http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/ennoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Sun, 27 Nov 2011 16:41:44 PSTBlogger http://www.blogger.com76125MamaKnowsBesthttp://feedburner.google.comhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/FLMViEpuWp8/parents-magazine-299-for-year.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Sat, 15 Oct 2011 09:40:55 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-2109037942076764319 Now is your chance to subscribe to the Parents Magazine for only $2.99 for a year subscription. That's just a quarter an issue!! To get your subscription, head on over to Tanga.com and use the code PARENTS to get yours now. For an even better deal, lock in that price and get the first 3 years! 2011-10-15T12:40:55.411-04:000http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2011/10/parents-magazine-299-for-year.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/5xDiILTuw5g/couponing-tips-and-tricks-how-to-create.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:04:19 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-1737045412423087219 Couponing: The New Frontier Everyone all over the TV and internet is buzzing about the newest fad to hit mainstream America, couponing! And why wasn't it bigger sooner? Why pay full price for anything if you can get it for free or cheap? This was some of the questions I began asking myself a little over 3 years ago when I began my couponing venture. I am now well enough versed in the 2011-10-12T12:04:19.453-04:000http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2011/10/couponing-tips-and-tricks-how-to-create.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/cJUEzRcrrzU/quick-update-on-my-daily-life-lately.htmlmommy bloggerbloggingUnconscious MutteringsAbout Menoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:45:55 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-6975476118399717671I have been working deeply in a few areas lately, and I figured it is about time that I updated everyone here on my progress. I am sorry to leave you all in the dark for so long, however if you have read my other blogs, you would know that I am still around.Besides having my third child in late March, my oldest daughter is off of school for the summer. So, my house has been chaos to say the least2009-07-07T11:45:55.848-04:002http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/07/quick-update-on-my-daily-life-lately.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/TfmagzOY4Ss/my-son-bouncing-in-jumbo-bouncy.htmlAbout Menoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Sat, 06 Jun 2009 15:34:55 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-5193345871251637944Just wanted to share a recent moment of my son. He is the small one with the blue "vest" on. (Really that vest is his Baby Chaleco courtesy of BabyChaleco.com. Click here to enter to win a FREE Baby Chaleco for yourself.)Also, this video was taken with my brand new Vado that I am testing out courtesy of NewBaby.com and MomTV.com join me on those sites as well here and here.2009-06-06T18:34:55.420-04:000http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/06/my-son-bouncing-in-jumbo-bouncy.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/fSvPsVAO03A/10-fun-frugal-fathers-day-ideas.htmlgivehelpideashelpfulFather's Daynoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:08:20 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-8913465987128191348 Father's Day is right around the corner, taking place on Sunday, June 21st this year. Take this opportunity to show the man in your kid's life how much he means to you and them. Here are some helpful, fun, and thrifty ideas to celebrate Dad.1. Give him a framed picture.Yes, this is becoming a little outplayed or boring. So, spice it up too... have the kids decorate the frame, have someone 2009-06-05T10:08:20.278-04:003http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/06/10-fun-frugal-fathers-day-ideas.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/7BAiFqau0DU/rubiks-world-review.htmlRubik's WorldNintendo DSReviewstwitterexperiencenoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:08:58 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-2878607988561530519Today I want to share with you my review of Rubik's World for the Nintendo DS by Game Factory. If there hasn't been a previous game worthy enough for you to get your very own DS, I can tell you that Rubik's World will be that one. I haven't really had the time or the energy to play any games (even my Brain Age or Wii Fit), however I am now making the time to play Rubik's World.I first was drawn 2009-06-05T10:08:58.088-04:001http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/05/rubiks-world-review.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/3q2Sf8BA-H4/new-tool-sunday-pandora-radio.htmlfree online radioPandora RadioNew Tool Sundaynoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:09:23 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-806734560173188355Have you ever had a certain song stuck in your mind and all you want to do is listen to it over and over again? Have you worn out your CD listening to that one particular track on repeat? Do your friends and family bug you to play something else? If any of these sound like you on a regular basis, then I have the solution...Pandora Radio.I recently came across this site and absolutely fell in love2009-06-05T10:09:23.783-04:001http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/05/new-tool-sunday-pandora-radio.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/GT-FNEH8w1A/stamp-out-hunger-may-9th.htmlgiveStamp Out Hungerfood drivenoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 08 May 2009 10:24:46 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-7510773879819833531Saturday, May 9th is the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.It's so easy and simple to help too. Simply:Place a bag filled with non-perishable food next to your mailbox, and...Your letter carrier will pick it up and deliver to local food banks.2009-05-08T13:24:46.492-04:000http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/05/stamp-out-hunger-may-9th.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/kMFHjPJRSsA/wordless-wednesday.htmlPisa picturesfunnyphotosWordless Wednesdaynoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Wed, 06 May 2009 01:09:00 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-6121799529780820161For more pictures, check out the Cabinet of Wonders.2009-05-06T04:09:00.825-04:001http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/05/wordless-wednesday.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/8silTqoXVMo/new-tool-sunday-linkbee.htmlmaking money onlineNew Tool Sundaybloggingtwitternoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Sun, 03 May 2009 09:16:46 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-4972278782534213580I was cruising around VineFire this morning (I occasionally find some really great money making sites there), when I stumbled across a link for LinkBee. It's a promising site that allows you to shorten URLs (something I have to do often to post links to Twitter) and earn commission on the ads they place on those links.Yes, I know what you're thinking... 'Oh well there's the catch, they place 2009-05-03T12:16:46.250-04:000http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/05/new-tool-sunday-linkbee.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/OH8AJnTzXMU/frantic-friday-spring-cleaning.htmlFrantic Fridaybaby slingtwitterspring cleaningchoresAbout Menoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 01 May 2009 13:50:43 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-2889712561960864222I began my spring cleaning last night in a burst of motivation that is not often prevalent in my house. It's been very difficult with my new babe needing constant attention, holdings, and feedings (literally). She developed colic and for many hours of the day she loves to be talked directly to, nursed, or will just scream due to gas or other discomfort that she cannot voice any other way. I feel 2009-05-01T16:50:43.551-04:000http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/05/frantic-friday-spring-cleaning.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/eFTebUVtHNM/trip-tuesday-toting-toddlers.htmlTrip TuesdayNew England AquariumtwitterNew ThingsexperienceAbout MeBostonnoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:05:19 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-518509311494573683Well, not just toddlers... a toddler and an infant, newborn infant... ack. What were we thinking? LOLJust kidding, it really was not all that bad. My daughter was a perfect angel, much more than we could have ever hoped for. And my son was just as darling as ever, until he missed his nap time. We ended up having to put him in the back of the stroller and cover it with a blanket so he could nap. 2009-04-29T21:05:19.620-04:000http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/04/trip-tuesday-toting-toddlers.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/Ynz3G3PE3OM/maniac-monday-more-to-do.htmlManiac Mondaynoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:02:11 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-6096177323741210620I am debating between calling this "Manic Monday" or "Maniac Monday" and well today seems very much like a Maniac Monday, so I am going with that.We are planning a trip for tomorrow to Boston's Children's Museum and the Aquarium. We have been wanting to go there for quite some time, mostly because my son loves fish, however finances and timing were never on our side.We got lucky this summer 2009-04-27T13:02:11.331-04:001http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/04/maniac-monday-more-to-do.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/Hgad8KNgpzU/kalintria-skye-my-daughter.htmlNew BabyAbout Menoreply@blogger.com (Melissa's Crate)Sat, 25 Apr 2009 17:21:01 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-2914873338126915583I meant to update this blog so many times, but with the new baby needing constant attention, feedings, and holdings I have literally had my hands full with her.I had my baby girl on Monday, March 23rd at 5:39 PM. She and I are doing wonderfully, and the whole family is ecstatic that she is finally here. I have spent the past month enveloped in motherhood again. So, I hope everyone forgives me for2009-04-25T20:21:01.816-04:004http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/04/kalintria-skye-my-daughter.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/SDxaaxg-uDI/yay-baby-is-finally-on-her-way.htmlNew BabyAbout Menoreply@blogger.com (Melissa's Crate)Mon, 23 Mar 2009 03:07:45 PDTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-8898085358661998778Ok, so I am sitting here waiting for my hubby to get back from dropping our son off with my mom, leaking water like no other (slowly but surely) and feeling very tired and winded. My water broke around 4:30 this morning and has been trickling out ever since. A far distant stretch from the gush with my son, but still I am positive that I am having a baby today :-DI wanted to update and post to my 2009-03-23T06:07:45.982-04:005http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/03/yay-baby-is-finally-on-her-way.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/Fmixqz18v50/life-and-gpts.htmltoolsmaking money onlineDealBarbiePaysmarketingtwittermotivationCash crateAbout Menoreply@blogger.com (Melissa's Crate)Fri, 06 Mar 2009 19:12:08 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-5695113180955832561I like the extra money I am getting in from Cash Crate and Deal Barbie Pays. Free money is always fun, especially when it does not take a rocket scientist to earn it. LOL. Such simple, quick, and easy work is... well... simple, quick and easy to earn FREE money. Who wouldn't love that?Anyways, the point of this post, is that I am needing to find a balance. Since finding Deal Barbie Pays on March 2009-03-06T22:12:08.488-05:001http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/03/life-and-gpts.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/BvGVbHgacw0/just-little-rant-for-week.htmlrandombloggingtwitternoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:14:18 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-4509475431272339698So, I am sure most of you have been wondering where I am. I know I have been tweeting and posting about random Cash Crate things. But I haven't been really talking about myself or my family lately.Well, we have been hitting a lot of rough patches that I have been wanting to overlook and in turn burying myself in my "work" to avoid thinking about it all. I am still up in the air about how I feel 2009-02-27T21:14:18.695-05:005http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/02/just-little-rant-for-week.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/alkOqjLsaPw/what-is-me2everyone.htmlmaking money onlineonlineMe2Everyonetwitterexperiencenoreply@blogger.com (Melissa's Crate)Mon, 02 Mar 2009 15:29:18 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-8638013382541704119Have you heard of Me2Everyone lately? I hadn't either... I came across it randomly while surfing the web (my passion nowadays), and was intrigued at the concept. A virtual world, similar to Second Life, where members get real world shares for FREE....!! Huh?Yeah, well skeptical, but none the less still interested I did a quick Google search for "Me2Everyone scam" and what did I come up with? 2009-03-02T18:29:18.355-05:003http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/02/what-is-me2everyone.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/TYsoW8wf3Cg/quick-update.htmlmommy bloggerprogressmomfreetwitterAbout Menoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Sat, 21 Feb 2009 09:48:43 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-621015074027133629Sorry everyone that I haven't been updating. As most of you may know, I have been ultra busy with my newest blog, I Want To Be Debt Free, and earning free money online. Check out my new blog for ways to earn free money online, and to see how much I am making right now.But as for Mama Knows Best, I have been compiling a very long list of ways to advertise your home business offline (instead of 2009-02-21T12:48:43.081-05:000http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/02/quick-update.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/-I2nnyXgNvg/home-business-ideas.htmlmaking money onlinehelpmommarketingbloggingtwittermotivationCash cratenoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:04:30 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-1756254110293360035I have been thinking lately of more and more home business ideas. I am still on a roll with Cash Crate, and I have even made a new blog dedicated to becoming debt free using it. So, check me out there, and once I get my check in March (which I am already guaranteed to get) I will post a pic for you all to see the proof. In the meantime, besides pouring myself into my kids and Cash Crate, I still2009-02-09T21:04:30.802-05:003http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/02/home-business-ideas.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/2zJ2LHZU3Mg/mackenzies-school-work-contract.htmlmomhelpfultwitterchoresnoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Thu, 05 Feb 2009 16:07:12 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-5257168728020465259Ever since we moved, Mack has been bringing home work assignments that are not her best work. Even her coloring is worse than it was when she was 4! She really is seeming to be digressing in her efforts, and this is worrying us. Her paternal Grandma has been planning a trip this summer for about a week and a half to Florida, and we were going to let her go with. However with her lack of effort 2009-02-05T19:07:12.910-05:001http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/02/mackenzies-school-work-contract.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/a6LJOTnBmek/10-tips-to-help-you-get-started-earning.htmltoolsmaking money onlinehelpmomfreemarketinghelpfultwittermotivationexperienceCash cratenoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Sun, 01 Feb 2009 10:43:01 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-5109150095260153004Yes, it's true. I finally cracked last night and began using Cash Crate to make some money online. I was reading an article on Work At Home Mom Revolution which directed me to Frugal Dad's post for Side Hustles To Keep Your Family Finances Afloat. He has some really great ideas, but some that would not work for me right now. However I grew more curious about other information he gave out on his 2009-02-01T13:43:01.566-05:002http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/02/10-tips-to-help-you-get-started-earning.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/LodRE11uW4o/shapeways-valentines-day-contests.htmlValentines daygiveawaytwitterShapewaysnoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 30 Jan 2009 05:54:19 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-102727995662690449To celebrate Valentine's Day, Shapeways is holding two Valentine's Day contests for all consumers and 3D designers alike. With the Shapeways Creator, you can create light poems and ring poems in your own words, memorializing a special memory or creating a new one. A Shapeways' light poem can be customized in minutes and hold memories that last a lifetime. With a modern and sleek design, sweet 2009-01-30T08:54:19.290-05:002http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/01/shapeways-valentines-day-contests.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/v_6e6pwdkow/i-had-small-heart-attack-today.htmltoolsrestorerestorationhelpmomhelpfultwitterphotosNew Thingsnoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 30 Jan 2009 06:39:21 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-1876466013635479707Ok, first let me say, it wasn't a real heart attack. My health is fine.However, I almost wasn't when I was looking through the multitude of pictures on my camera's memory card and instead of only deleting one picture, I accidentally deleted them ALL!Yes, ALL, everything, 100 percent.... AHHHH!!! And of course because I am such a procrasitinator, just guess what pictures were also still on the 2009-01-30T09:39:21.294-05:002http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/01/i-had-small-heart-attack-today.htmlhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MamaKnowsBest/~3/hKwMpW38XbI/feelings-of-accomplishment.htmlmommy bloggerprogresshelpmomhelpfultwitterchoresAbout Menew apartmentnoreply@blogger.com (Mama 4 Kids)Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:12:59 PSTtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7188147031197189375.post-7866155690641275983I am feeling rather accomplished and proud today. I have finally gotten through to my husband that I need help around here, and it is going to happen whether he likes it or not. I got all the dishes cleaned and caught up on, and I refuse to let them get behind again. If my husband fills any with water, I stand over him until he washes them himself. I have demonstrated to him my concept of rinsing2009-01-23T13:12:59.516-05:002http://mama4kids.blogspot.com/2009/01/feelings-of-accomplishment.htmlnonadult