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What helps you juggle work and family? What's your favorite quick stress reducer? Have you found a way to squeeze in some 'me' time into your busy schedule? Share your tips!

I seem to always have an endlesss to-do list so anything that will allow me to save time, reduce stress and the amount things I have to-do is important to me. Recently, I saw an ad for online grocery shopping. I peaked my interest because going to the grocery store is time consuming. Then, you have to deal with your screaming child and other people's screaming child. Also, let''s not forget the long lines to check out. I use online grocery shopping because they deliver and you can still use manufacturer and store coupons. I saved time and was less aggrevated because I ordered my groceries from the comfort of my home and the groceries were delivered to my door.”

Posted by frugalone on 13th November 2009

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My son hates it when water or shampoo get in his eyes when washing his hair (as most kids), yet he wont keep his head tilted enough to keep this from happening. I place a washcloth on his forehead and push his head back as much as I can with the washcloth. This way, the washcloth absorbs the water and it never runs down his face into his eyes!

by oceans mom on 9th January 2009

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This is a funny one. I never have time alone so I signed my husband up for art classes, which he has always wanted. So, he goes out for 3 hours every Wednesday night and I have a few hours to myself after my son goes to sleep and my husband just thinks that I got him this gift because I love him! It works on all ends!

by oceans mom on 21st January 2009

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Every year I always leave making the goody bags for my son and daughter's party until the last minute. This year I found a true time saver! I purchased my favors from www.JLPartyFavors.com!

by busymomof2 on 28th December 2008

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Don't laugh - maybe you have figured this out already - when heating jarred spaghetti sauce - did you know you could heat it right in the JAR?! No need to mess up another container before putting it in the microwave. 1.5 minutes for a large jar of sauce and pour it right on the pasta. Fast and less mess to clean up! It's all about the little things for me =)

by VolunteerMom on 15th December 2008

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It drives me crazy when I see a floor full of toys, I really can't relax in a room like that. So I figured out this rule: no more than one box of toys on the floor. We don't open up another box until the first one is cleaned up. I have a boy - so small cars are in one large container, trains are in another, puzzles are in another one. To speed clean up - I start a game, we throw one toy each in the box, taking turns, or play who will be first to clean up - so far works like magic, the floor is clean in under 5 minutes and my stress level goes down drastically :).

by Maria O on 18th December 2008

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I figured this out by accident. My 11-month-old hates being strapped into the car seat and it's even worse with her heavy winter coat on. And it's frustrating to fight her on this issue, when I pick her up from daycare! So I buckled her in without the coat on, then put her arms through the sleeves of her coat, OUTSIDE the straps! (The coat on backwards, basically.) Kept her warm from the lobby to our car, and she didn't fuss as much! (This is such a tiny tip; I don't know if it'll save anyone's LIFE, heh, but it's been helpful to me the last 2 days!)

by Lee Thrash on 16th January 2009

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My first Life saver is my mom. Thank the Lord for Grandparents. But I truely love my day planner. I have used it every single day since My little girl was born. Yes i still forget things but not nearly as much as I would if i didnt have it. I use it to jot notes before i go to bed to relax, to make time for my self even if its ten min, shopping list, to hold all those crazy dr apts, homework assignments and everything that happens with my little one. First smiles, laughing out loud!!

by Juniper on 15th January 2009

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I've taken multitasking to a new level and built a Treadmill Desk!! Take a used or new treadmill with straight arms (important), velcro down a small shelf, add your laptop (and in my case, an extended keyboard) - and start walking! I can easily walk and type at about 1 MPH. It's very slow - but after a morning at work, I'm totally guilt free if I don't find time to work out. A work-at-home luxury that I hope will inspire some of you -- walk on!

by VolunteerMom on 19th January 2009

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OMG...I am so glad to have found the Grocery Game. As a busy full time working mom I don't have time to go around looking for good deals. With the Grocery Game, Terri's lists have been so time saving that I went to Winn Dixie and saved almost $60! I would recommend trying this, as a mom and a coupon clipper if you are one. Happy Shopping!

by bellesmom on 8th January 2009

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