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Fun Things to Do in the Summer: Make A Routine

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Do you feel like the kids watch TV or play Xbox all day?  Is you preschooler constantly being needy?  All fun things for summer start with a routine. Last week, I shared Easy Ways to Save On Summer Childcare.  However, if you have tweens or teens who are old enough to stay at home or you are home part of the day with your kids, you probably ...

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Easy Ways to Save On Summer Childcare

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Working moms can find affordable, full-time summer childcare.  With these tips in mind, you will know exactly where to search and what to look for. Many working moms are in search of summer childcare that are offered during the full work day and don't require half of their weekly take home pay.  With a little research and an open mind, you ...

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Gifts for Students on Years Abroad

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Several gift ideas for students while visiting or living abroad. This post is by Holly Glover: When your child jets off around the world for their year abroad at university, it can be a very upsetting time for everyone involved. Your child will need to get by on their own for a whole year, and as parents, you know it might be several ...

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Rethinking Summer Vacation

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Summer vacation can be a stressful topic for working moms.  Schedules, budgets, and locations to consider.  It may be time to reconsider your definition of vacation. This is a guest post by Frugal Babe. Now that school is out for the summer, are you excited about taking a vacation with your family?  Or do the words “family ...

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Things to Consider When Giving Your Child His or Her First Mobile Phone

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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If you are the parent of a tween or teen who has a cell phone, read this guide on plans, protection, restrictions, and insurance. This is a guest post by Laura Ginn. Mobile phones are great devices for both parents and their children because they keep everyone connected no matter where they go. Parents can keep tabs on their children ...

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Filed Under: Family Tagged With: Children & Responsibility, Household Rules, Internet, Kids & Cell Phones, Teens, Tweens

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Welcome! I'm Raki. I am a working mom of 2 (22-year old son and 15-year old daughter). I share tips to balance work, family, and make time for you. More...

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