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How Transparent Lending Practices Boost Consumer Trust in Online Loans

Modified on July 17, 2025 at 12:26 PM

How Transparent Lending Practices Boost Consumer Trust in Online Loans

Key Takeaways Why Transparency Matters in Online Lending Online lending has transformed personal finance by offering a wealth of flexible options to borrowers from all walks of life. In the early days of online lending, many people had concerns about the legitimacy and transparency of … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on July 17, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Filed Under: Finances
Tagged With: finances, lenders, lending, money, online lenders, online loan

How Parents Can Earn Extra Income Without Sacrificing Family Time

Modified on March 10, 2025 at 6:22 PM

How Parents Can Earn Extra Income Without Sacrificing Family Time

Balancing work, family and finances can be challenging for parents. Many seek ways to boost their income while still making quality time for their children. The good news? Earning extra money without taking on extra work is entirely possible, often by generating passive income, which means you can … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on March 10, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Filed Under: Finances, Home Life, Parenting
Tagged With: finances, Parenting, passive income, personal finances, stay at home mom, work from home, work from home moms

Mom’s Secret Weapon: How AAA Batteries Keep Kids’ Toys Running and Parents Sane!

Modified on May 8, 2024 at 12:47 AM

Mom's Secret Weapon: How AAA Batteries Keep Kids' Toys Running and Parents Sane!

Every mom is constantly looking for tools and strategies to keep their little ones happy and entertained. Amidst the plethora of parenting gadgets and gizmos, one humble item stands out as a true lifesaver: AAA batteries. These unassuming power sources play a crucial role in keeping kids' toys … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on May 5, 2024 at 12:42 AM
Filed Under: Stuff For Kids
Tagged With: batteries, kids toys

Empowering Parents: The Benefits of Child Custody Mediation

Modified on December 14, 2023 at 1:09 AM

Empowering Parents: The Benefits of Child Custody Mediation

Divorce is undoubtedly one of life's most challenging experiences, and navigating the complexities of child custody arrangements can be emotionally exhausting. Amid the legal intricacies and emotional turmoil, parents often find themselves at an impasse, unable to reach an agreement that serves the … [Read more...]

Posted By Guest Blogger
on December 14, 2023 at 1:09 AM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: custody, divorce, divorce lawyer, getting divorced, mediation, Parenting

Summer Drawing Tips For Parents

Modified on March 6, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Summer Drawing Tips For Parents

Summertime is almost here, and parents across the country are looking for ways to keep kids entertained and help continue to encourage learning and creativity during the break. But instead of forcing kids to do worksheets, or watching them destroy the house with a finger-painting activity, these … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on July 12, 2023 at 6:56 PM
Filed Under: Parenting, Stuff For Kids
Tagged With: artistic, drawing, drawing tips, stuff for kids

Mindfulness of Nature and Your Child’s Healthy Development: Parents Can Lead the Way on Nature-Based Learning Opportunities  

Modified on May 8, 2023 at 6:19 PM

Mindfulness of Nature and Your Child’s Healthy Development: Parents Can Lead the Way on Nature-Based Learning Opportunities

Being in a relationship with nature has always been essential to the health and well-being of all humans since the beginning of time. We can notice, when we spend time in nature, we feel better. We can breathe a bit deeper, think a bit more clearly, feel a bit calmer and more grounded, or joyful and … [Read more...]

Posted By Guest Blogger
on May 8, 2023 at 6:18 PM
Filed Under: Education, Homeschooling
Tagged With: education, homeschool, homeschool resources, homeschooling, learning, nature, waldorf

The Importance of Self-Care for Foster Parents

Modified on May 1, 2023 at 10:57 PM

The Importance of Self-Care for Foster Parents

Fostering a child is an incredibly rewarding experience, but parenting any child can be emotionally or physically taxing at times. As a foster parent, it's essential to prioritize self-care to avoid burnout and provide the best possible care for your child, whether you’re fostering for the first … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on May 1, 2023 at 10:57 PM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: Parenting, parenting advice, parenting tips, parenting tools

How To Make Parenting A Little Easier This Winter

Modified on November 16, 2022 at 6:35 PM

How To Make Parenting A Little Easier

Whether you've just welcomed your first child into the world or are bringing up an entire brood, you're sure to agree that, as parents, we'll do whatever to make sure our children are cared for and safe. Although there is no foolproof method to parenting, there are certain general guidelines to … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on November 16, 2022 at 6:35 PM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: Parenting

Things You Should Absolutely Never Do as the Parent of a College Student

Modified on September 22, 2021 at 4:05 PM

Young men and women get into college when they are starting to undergo a series of significant physical, social, and emotional changes. During late adolescence, these students are concerned with establishing independence and occupational identity. Issues of personal morality and creating a code of … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on September 21, 2021 at 9:53 AM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: College, college classes, college students, Parenting, parenting advice, parenting tips, student, students, studying

Best States For New Parents To Raise A Family In 2021

Modified on September 16, 2021 at 11:32 AM

Best States For New Parents To Raise A Family In 2021

Raising a family is not without its difficulties and worries. Concerns about getting the best education for your kids, and job prospects in the area are high on the list for parents today. There are plenty of other concerns too, such as whether or not your child will be safe and if they’ll get bored … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on September 16, 2021 at 11:32 AM
Filed Under: Home Life
Tagged With: city, Home Life, moving, moving with kids, Parenting, parenting advice, parenting tips, parents, travel

Traveling With Pets: Here’s Why Every Pet-Parent Should Opt For Pet Transport Services

Modified on June 28, 2021 at 5:45 PM

Traveling With Pets: Here's Why Every Pet-Parent Should Opt For Pet Transport Services

Traveling is fun, but with a pet in your company, responsibilities increase exponentially. Apart from taking care of your furry friends' safety and health, you also need to ensure that they stay comfortable throughout the journey.  It might sound like an intimidating task, but pet transport … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on June 28, 2021 at 5:45 PM
Filed Under: Pets, Travel
Tagged With: moving with pets, pet owner, pet transport services, pets, traveling, traveling tips, traveling with pets

9 Tips to Help You Survive Nursing School as a Christian and a Parent

Modified on December 2, 2020 at 6:53 PM

9 Tips to Help You Survive Nursing School as a Christian and a Parent

Nurses follow Christ’s call to care for one another. While it is possible to demonstrate God’s love in a wide variety of professions, there are few career paths that demonstrate this concept as much as nursing. Nurses will live out their religion and faith on a day-to-day basis, as they provide … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on December 2, 2020 at 6:53 PM
Filed Under: Work & Business
Tagged With: career, career path, medical career, nurse, nurse practitioner, Nursing, nursing career, nursing school, study nursing, Work

Internet Safety Advice: Top Tips for Parents

Modified on July 13, 2020 at 10:37 PM

Internet Safety Advice: Top Tips for Parents

Every parent wants their child to take advantage of all the wonderful educational and enjoyable opportunities and experiences that are available to them on the Internet. At the same time, every parent is aware of the risks and dangers that may exist online if a child isn’t careful, and isn’t taught … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on July 13, 2020 at 10:37 PM
Filed Under: Parenting, Stuff For Kids, Technology & Apps
Tagged With: child safety, family safety, Internet Safety, Internet Security, Parenting, parenting advice, parenting tips, safety, safety tips

Parenting: How to Spot Attachment Disorder in Children

Modified on July 20, 2018 at 1:13 PM

How to Spot Attachment Disorder In Children

A foster child will arrive with a foster carer with many issues that need to be resolved in order for them to learn, thrive and develop. What can complicate matters are attachment difficulties. But what is attachment disorder and how do foster carers spot the signs? When a child falls and scrapes … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on June 1, 2018 at 8:43 AM
Filed Under: Parenting
Tagged With: caregiver, child care, foster care, foster parents, fostering, mom talk, Parenting, parents

Leaving Home: 5 Beneficial Experiences for Teens

Modified on September 4, 2020 at 4:55 PM

Most parents are conditioned to expect that their children will leave home when they’re 18, or their first semester of college begins, or whichever comes first. Teary moms and hiding-theirs-tears dads have expected and prepared for this moment for years, yet it rarely becomes easier. However, in … [Read more...]

Posted By The Fashionable Housewife
on April 14, 2016 at 7:54 AM
Filed Under: Home Life, Parenting
Tagged With: boarding school, high school, school, summer camp, teenagers, Teens, volunteer

Baby Wearing & Bed Sharing: The Scandal of Attachment Parenting

Modified on March 10, 2010 at 8:42 PM

Courtesy of www.inhabitots.com It turns out attachment parenting isn't scandalous at all, though some still consider it to be. In my opinion, it's the healthiest form of parenting for a child and it's how I am raising my second son, Daniel. But, I have still received criticism from friends and … [Read more...]

Posted By Sarah Polyakov
on March 11, 2010 at 9:00 AM
Filed Under: Home Life
Tagged With: attatchment parenting, baby carrier, Ergo, Ergo Baby Carrier, gentle parenting, motherhood, Parenting

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Hello, there!

Hi! I’m Sarah-Jean. I’m a Christian, the wife of a handsome Molecular Biologist, and the mother of 6 beautiful kids here on earth + one in Heaven.

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Some moms drink iced coffee. Some moms reheat the Some moms drink iced coffee.

Some moms reheat the same cup 4 times and still forget it in the microwave. (I see you!)

Me? I just shake up a @gopureboost powder in my water tumbler and pretend I’ve got my life together. 😆

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When our homeschool days feel long, I need a clean When our homeschool days feel long, I need a clean, nourishing lift to keep going… (and we both know that third cup of coffee is just going to make us anxious!)😆😵‍💫

The Pureboost Original 10‑Pack delivers 6 hours of crash‑free, jitter‑free energy, thanks to B12 and natural green‑tea caffeine with zero sugar, sucralose, artificial flavors, or colors! 😮 This stuff is the real deal. 

Each packet also pours in a powerful blend of 25 vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, and herbs like turmeric, ginger, and vitamin C all of which support hydration, mental clarity, and immune strength while we keep up with everything on our plates. 🫠😮‍💨

With only 2 grams of carbs and 25 calories per serving, it fits beautifully into keto, paleo, gluten‑free, and vegan lifestyles. May this little boost help you show up refreshed, focused, and energized. 💪🏻 

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I finally found a way to keep his name close to me I finally found a way to keep his name close to me every day. 💛 🐢 🌊 

This simple ring from Mint & Lily holds the name of my stillborn son—delicate, beautiful, and deeply meaningful. It’s a small way I get to remember Dylan, honor him, and carry his memory with me in the quiet moments of motherhood.

Custom jewelry like this makes space for the unseen stories so many of us carry. 💔❤️‍🩹

If you’ve ever wanted to wear your child’s name—whether they’re in your arms or in Heaven—this is a beautiful way to do it.

💍 You can customize your own name ring with @mintandlily and wear your love right on your hand.☺️

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My oldest and my youngest. 🥹🥲 Time slow dow My oldest and my youngest. 🥹🥲

Time slow down. It goes by too fast. 

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“FREEDOM IS NOT THE RIGHT TO DO WHAT WE WANT, BU “FREEDOM IS NOT THE RIGHT TO DO WHAT WE WANT, BUT WHAT WE OUGHT.” —St. John Paul II

Let us not forget that. ✌🏻 

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Let’s be real—getting kids to brush their teet Let’s be real—getting kids to brush their teeth correctly is like asking them to fold laundry and enjoy it. Not happening. Especially when you’ve got a neurodivergent kiddo who already feels like brushing is a sensory warzone. 😩

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It’s cute. It’s powerful. It’s like a tiny robot dentist doing all the work for you.

I’m obsessed—and so is my autistic son who now thinks brushing is “cool” (his words, not mine 🥲).

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