Days out with Kids in Edinburgh on a budget
Looking for ideas for cheap days out with kids in Edinburgh? Here are my top five suggestions. It is definitely possible to have a fun day out with kids without…
Haven Craig Tara review – what did we think?
Please find below my Haven Craig Tara review - hopefully it will help you make your mind up if you are considering going on holiday there. We, a family of…
Is it worth signing up to Amazon Prime just to save money on nappies?
This post has been updated for March 2020 I will start by stating that I have been an Amazon Prime member for years. I couldn't be without it. Being able…
Meal planning – the foolproof, flexible way I meal plan
Why I do meal planning My main reasons for doing meal planning are as follows: I save money by no longer buying things on impulse and it also makes me…
3 steps to paying the lowest price online for ANYTHING
I have a bit of a reputation among my friends as a bargain hunter, I refuse to pay full price for anything online. Let's face it, everyone wants to save money…
Updating Your Wardrobe on a Budget: 5 Key Pieces That Do the Work
I don’t know about you, but I seem to have a wardrobe full of clothes and still somehow feel like I’ve got nothing to wear. Between fluctuating sizes, changing trends,…
Side Hustle Ideas for Busy Parents That Fit Around Nap Times or School Runs
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably daydreamed about earning a bit of extra cash without sacrificing precious family time (or your sanity). The cost of living keeps creeping up,…
Teaching Kids About Money Without Boring Them (And Without Breaking the Bank)
Money talk can be awkward — especially with kids. It’s one of those life skills they really need, but most of us never got any proper guidance on how to…
Smart Ways to Cut Your Household Energy Bill Without Freezing the Family
Every winter, I tell myself this will be the year I keep our energy bills under control. And every winter, I get that sinking feeling when the first big bill…
Building Your First Emergency Fund: How Much, How Fast, and How to Stay Motivated
If there’s one piece of financial advice I’d give to anyone trying to get their money in order, it’s this: build yourself a little safety net. Life has a funny…
