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Quick Tips

5 Fast Beauty Fixes From Dr.E

March 18, 2011

We are busy. There is no way around it. The same way there is no stretching 24 hours into 30, or adding an extra day to the week. I get it! On some days, a mom’s “beauty regime” consists of brushing her teeth and hoping her clothes aren’t sporting the kids breakfast/milk/snot;  the “clothes” that [...]

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Re-cap on the 2 Week Meal Plan

March 15, 2011

Here is what I set out to do 2 weeks ago. Two weeks of meals for seven people for about $240. How did it all pan out? Actually, surprisingly well! I have to say that my stress level lowered quite a bit over dinner time. While I’ve been planning our dinners ahead for quite a [...]

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Beauty on the Go – a guest post from Dr. E

March 11, 2011

Today I have a guest poster. My friend Dr. Emily. Before I let her take over, let me tell you a little bit about Dr. E – which, by the way, I’ve never called her to her face. I just say it to myself when I mentally refer to her. She’d probably hate it. Or [...]

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Streamline Your Mornings

August 24, 2010

Whether it’s getting organized for back to school, trying to get the kids ready a little faster in the morning, or trying to avoid the morning clothes battle with kids, here is a quick tip from Actual Mom for you.

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Quick Tips: The Whining Monster!

August 19, 2010

My kids never whine. Really. Well, at least that’s true in my dreams; the rest of the time, I wear ear plugs.  Bad joke, but it a tempting thought.  The real truth? This is how we handle the special beast known as the “Whining Monster.” For a few other interesting tips on toddlers, tantrums and whining, check out this [...]

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