Parenting - The Frugal Ginger

How Becoming a Mom has Changed Me

June 11, 2015 by hewella1 2 Comments

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Becoming a Mom can bring on a lot of emotions. It is scary, exciting, overwhelming, wonderful, and intimidating all at the same time. A lot of things have changed since my beautiful little girl came into this world. Some of the changes were expected while others were not. My outlook on life has completely changed and so has the meaning of certain words. Becoming a Mom has changed me for the better.

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Top 10 Nursing Essentials I Couldn’t Live Without

June 10, 2015 by hewella1 6 Comments

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I will be honest and say that I did not have an easy time nursing my baby. It was a struggle for both of us. There were some nursing essentials that made the process a lot easier for both of us though. Some of these things I used daily and couldn’t live without. I had registered for a lot of my nursing essentials but there were some things I didn’t even think I would use and really wish I had thought of them beforehand. I hope this list helps you get prepared for your little one’s arrival.

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5 Tips to Help Lose the Baby Weight

June 3, 2015 by hewella1 10 Comments

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I remember that feeling when I was 9 months pregnant. I had gained 40 lbs, I looked down at my HUGE belly and thought, “How am I ever going to get my body back?” The truth is that you may not get it back exactly like it was but you can get pretty darn close. We are not celebrities and don’t have the time to workout all day like they can so what are normal people to do? I have 5 tips to help lose the baby weight that worked for me. I hope they can help you too.

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Best Drugstore Sunblock for Babies and Kids

May 27, 2015 by hewella1 Leave a Comment

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With vacations coming up and the pools starting to open, I thought it would be a good time to talk about sunscreen. As you know, I’m a natural Ginger which means I am super pale! I know my sunscreen. I have to use a ton of it during the spring and summer months. Now that I have a daughter, I have been doing some research on the best drugstore sunblock for babies and kids.

Doing some research online, with Consumer Reports, by asking my doctor, and just my personal opinion, I have come up with a list of some of the best sunblock you can get for your kids from the drugstores. I prefer to get my sunblock from the drugstore because it is convenient and less expensive then purchasing online or from specialty stores. I want something that is going to be safe on my baby’s skin but is also effective in protecting her from the sun.

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How to Get Your Toddler to Eat Healthy

May 26, 2015 by hewella1 29 Comments

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Having a toddler can be a test to your patience. One of the struggles a lot of people have is getting their toddler to eat healthy. So far my daughter has been a really good eater. I know I am very lucky to have a toddler who isn’t so picky but that can change in an instant. One day she may like something, they next she may not. If you have a picky eater, here are some tips on how to get your toddler to eat healthy.

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