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Fun and Frugal Family Activities!

editor — Wed, 15 May 2013 03:02:01 +0000

As the weather improves and we start thinking about summer vacation, we’re always looking for some family activities that don’t cost a fortune! Today on the blog is Jen from Inspiring Savings with some ideas for fun and frugal family activities! 1. Draw. Color. Paint. Whether you use blank paper, coloring books or FREE Printables, coloring with your kids can be a relaxing family fun activity. You can also strike up some great conversations over some crayons and paper. 2. Do a Puzzle. My kids have {Read More}

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Getting to the Core of Our Mom Core with Baby Boot Camp

editor — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:58:28 +0000

The number one area of concern I hear from most every mom that enters our Baby Boot Camp program is that they want to eliminate that post baby pooch. So what muscles is our core comprised of? And, what are the best exercises to work it? The core muscles are not just abdominals, but our obliques-around the side of our midsection, the lower back muscles called the erector spinae as well as a hidden layer of muscles underneath our “six {Read More}

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Saratoga “Springs” Into Action for a Worthy Cause

SaratogaMama — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:26:05 +0000

Selfless (adj.) [self-lis] – having little or no concern for oneself, especially with regard to fame, money, position, etc; unselfish. The other day I learned about two amazing organizations in our very own community, that should really be incorporated in the definition of selfless. Saratoga Springboard is a group of professionals who work together to help local non and/or not-for-profit groups right here in our community. Each year, many charitable organizations apply for help from this group. They comb through {Read More}

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What We Love About Being a Mom

editor — Sun, 12 May 2013 03:41:23 +0000

We asked you what you most loved about being a mother and your responses were beautiful and perfect and heartfelt. Here’s what some of you had to say about what you most love about being a mom. Happy Mother’s Day with love from SaratogaMama I love wet, open mouthed, baby kisses! “One thing I love being about a mother is that my life now has purpose! I am somebody’s mom!” There is nothing better than the words, “mommy I love {Read More}

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All About: Maple Leaf Childcare Center

SaratogaMama — Thu, 09 May 2013 03:23:05 +0000

I’ve been watching the progress of the brand new Maple Leaf Childcare Center location on Route 9 in Malta and it’s now officially open for business. The building is beautiful inside and out! We spoke with owner Linda Moran and found out the scoop on Maple Leaf Childcare Center. Since 1988 Maple Leaf Childcare Center has been family owned and operated, giving children ages six weeks through twelve years the foundation they need to build self-esteem and become lifelong learners. Linda and John {Read More}

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