The Daily Tip Off

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Summer Tip and a touch of spa

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For a touch of spa in your weekend or week, peel and slice some cucumbers or lemons or oranges and put them out in a transparent pitcher with ice and water. You can do this when friends are over for... (Continue reading)

Less Toxic Cleaning Options for Tubs, Sinks and Tiles

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Tired of all the toxins that come with bleach and the various strong home cleaners? Heard this from a friend – try dishwashing liquid (buy the cheapest option in bulk) for tubs, tiles, sinks for a less toxic option. ... (Continue reading)

Daily tip- wash gum from hair

Ok..This has happened with my 4 yr old girl a couple of times..She loves to have gum ..but at the end it get stucks mysteriosuly in her hair..The first time I had to cut an inch of hair off…A friend... (Continue reading)

How to sell your house in this tough market

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My house sold after being on the market for 16 days. In this economy it’s simply unheard of, but not impossible. You can set yourself up for success too.  Just remember you will need to go above and beyond what... (Continue reading)

A little bit of Spa

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For overall stress relief, I have touches of spa in my bathroom and linen closet. Even when I cant actually go to one, I can look at these little touches and feel better. Its very simple, here is what I... (Continue reading)

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Home Remedy for Eczema

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Eczema Home Remedies for babies and toddlers seemed a good idea for me, as many babies and kids get Eczema, especially in the US where they are in air conditioning from day one which dries up the skin like nothing... (Continue reading)

Earth Day – Everyday Things to Replace with Reusables

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Disposables are attractive and convenient. But are they indispensible? We tried weaning ourselves off certain disposables and found it to be surprisingly easy. Its just that habits have become so ingrained that any break from them seem more difficult than... (Continue reading)

Checking if Muffins or Cakes are done

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I did not like using a toothpick for checking if a muffin or cake is done. The fork makes too many punctures and the toothpick, well, I dont feel like using a toothpick just for this. So here are two... (Continue reading)

Must have in purse – Stain Wipes

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If you dont do this already, keep a stain removing wipe like Shout in your purse. Many a times, if you are clumsy like me, and spill drops of coffee or sauce, it comes really handy and works very well... (Continue reading)

Unclogging drains the natural way

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I learnt this one yesterday from a friend, and it works. Pour some baking soda into the clogged drain. Add some vinegar. Wait about 10 minutes and flush it out with water. ... (Continue reading)

Remedy for rough skin – Post Holi or Sun Exposure

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Skin feels rough post Holi or Sun exposure? The Sun or the colors and the soap that follows can leave your skin feeling rough. For a quick pick me up and soother, take the cream that forms on top of boiled... (Continue reading)

Preventing Cracked Nails in Kids

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If you kids get cracked nails, try giving them more Jello. The gelatin apparently helps improve nail strength. ... (Continue reading)

The Efficient Mom – 5 things I cant do without part 2

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In my last post, I mentioned there are five things I must have with me before leaving the house.  The first one is antibacterial wipes and the second is little packets of tissue.  I stash them in my purse, diaper... (Continue reading)

Healthy Snacks for Kids on the Go

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Having a child with food allergies makes snacking when we’re not at home a bit challenging. I have to prepare ahead of time because I can’t stop and pick something up at a restaurant or a vending machine. This challenge... (Continue reading)

5 Things You Never Knew Your Cell Phone Could Do

5 Things You Never Knew Your Cell Phone Could Do ... (Continue reading)

Efficient Mom – Things I can’t do without

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I can’t leave the house without my Wet Ones antibacterial hands and face wipes. I keep a canister in the car, which fits nicely in the cup holder. I keep the individually wrapped Wet One’s in my purse and diaper bag.... (Continue reading)

Holding the pen correctly

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Do you have problems getting your kids to hold the markers correctly when they are learning to write? I found that Crayola pip squeaks are so small that they are bound to grip them the right way. Suzie ... (Continue reading)

Avocado Hair Mask at Home

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For valentines day, here is a quick but effective (and messy) hair treatment. The avocado makes your hair unbelievably soft and shiny and young. Avocado for Hair: Mix 1 Avocado (you can even use those ones which have become too soft to... (Continue reading)

What I got when I was scared of driving accidentally into a ditch or pond or lake

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Do you remember there was a big bridge collapse a few years back and there were stories of cars and vans driving into the water and people and kids unable to get out? I am somehow terrified of that scenario.... (Continue reading)

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Reducing Minivan Mayhem – Travel Potty

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There’s nothing worse then driving around town in the rain with a toddler that has to go to the bathroom urgently.  Even though he went before we left the house. I used to end up stopping at a fast-food restaurant,  just... (Continue reading)

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