With Breast Cancer Awareness Month in full swing, I celebrate the survivors and honor those lost. As my gal pals and I talk about how we all have been affected by this horrible disease, more stories are shared and one in particular left several of us very inspired. Although this is not a breast cancer […]
How To Talk With Your Kids About Money
October 12, 2011 By
Manic: Quickly giving my kids their allowance without really explaining the value of their earned dollars. Managed: Taking some time out of our busy week to have a good discussion about the value and importance of budgets and money. So when an expert offered to write a post about how to talk to your kids about […]
My Daughter’s Sweet Surprise that Made My Throbbing Feet Worth It All!
October 3, 2011 By
My 3TV name is the manic managed mom and boy did the manic managed part fit all of the mothers, fathers, grandmothers and teenagers all weekend who worked very busy volunteer shifts to raise money for youth theatre arts. Parents, teenagers and friends of the Ahwatukee Children’s Theatre came together to put on six American Girl […]
Simplify Suppers with E-Mealz.com, Get a 10% Discount & Some Freebies, Too!
September 28, 2011 By
Manic: Dinner period! Being responsible for planning, shopping for and preparing dinner seven nights a week with after-school activities, etc. is not an easy task! And no, I don’t make dinner every single night. My family is lucky if they get a home-cooked meal four nights a week…and that is during a good week, I […]
Childhood Depression: Know the Signs
September 26, 2011 By
Managedmoms.com writer Lisa Walton takes on a difficult topic today and she does a great job with it. Read on to learn about the signs of childhood depression because our kids don’t come with manuals and they don’t come with revised manuals when they become teenagers, either. Lisa did her homework and learned about signs […]
Bridget’s Design on a Dime Zebra Bedroom Decor
September 21, 2011 By
Manic: Your kids outgrowing their rooms and you are on a tight budget! Managed: Asked my talented interior design-gifted friend to share how she transformed her daughter’s room for a really reasonable price. Check out her incredible design on a dime decor ideas! Bridget says: Here are some photos of what I did to create a zebra […]
8 Minute Popsicles Plus Other Foods & Drinks That Hydrate
September 15, 2011 By
Drinks & Foods That Keep Kids Hydrated
September 7, 2011 By
Manic: Our hectic back-to-school schedule with homework and activities that leave our family little time to remember important details like staying hydrated! Managed: In addition to everything else we parents have to remember, we also can’t forget to keep our kids hydrated. Managedmoms.com writer Lisa Walton reminds us how important this is and has […]
Back to School: Homework Dos & Don’ts
August 30, 2011 By
Manic: Me one recent evening when I returned from a dinner out for my birthday and realized that my daughter’s homework was in my car the entire evening…and it was due in the morning. Yikes! Managed: My daughter who woke the next morning at 5:30 am (on her own) to do the assignments that […]
Healthy Meal Ideas for Busy Families: My 3TV Segment
August 25, 2011 By
Manic: Meal time during the school year! Breakfast on the run and coming up with unique lunch box ideas is yet another pressure we parents face during the hectic school year. Managed: Tried some new recipes with my tween and teen and all items were a hit. Take a look at the segment to see […]
Back-to-School Beauty Tips & Product Picks: My 3TV Segment
August 23, 2011 By
Manic: With limited time in the busy school year mornings to get out the door, how does everyone get out on time…and looking good? Managed: This summer my family and I got it together and got organized before the first day of school and our methods are working….so far, so good! Plus with a […]
Back-To-School Cool Cuts 4 Kids Coupon
August 21, 2011 By
Manic: In addition to everything else you have to do with the busy back-to-school season, you forgot to get the kids a haircut and looking at their untamed mane reminds you! Managed: Found out how you can get a $5 off coupon at the very cool Cool Cuts 4 Kids locations. Not only does Cool Cuts […]
Soul Surfer A Great Family Movie & On DVD Now
August 17, 2011 By
Manic: Your family wants to watch a good movie together, but it isn’t always easy to find a film that is clean, has a good message, is entertaining and one that the entire family can agree on. Managed: Problem solved! See Soul Surfer! Our family watched it this summer and we saw it again […]
Website Protection for Kids That Parents Should Know About
August 16, 2011 By
Manic: After my tween daughter saved up her money for over a year, I decided to give in and let her buy that $200 laptop that she was longing for, even though I wished that she had saved up for something more child-like. At her age, my piggy-bank money was spent on designer jeans or a […]
Back-to-School Get Organized Tips: My 3TV Segment This Week
August 11, 2011 By
Manic: School just started and I’m already buried in paperwork, permission forms and an overbooked calendar. How did this happen so fast?! Managed: Implemented a few ideas to get and stay organized through the busy school year and guess what? My family has embraced these ideas and we are off to a good…and more […]
