Kids Archive
The Juggling Act
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, parenting
We working moms are pretty much pros when it comes to juggling work and home life! But that’s not to say it’s easy – quite the opposite in fact. Having ‘it all’ is a constant struggle for most moms including Kerry Hayden Tunnell, who took... (more...)
Tags: balance, Kids, working mom
The Cost of Raising Kids
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, money, parenting
My Story Growing up as one of nine kids I often heard the expression- “cheaper by the dozen.” Back in the days before smart-phones and at a time when hand me downs and house calls were the rule not the exception, the expression was true.... (more...)
Baby Baby Baby!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, money, parenting, saving
Having a baby for the first time is obviously a beautiful experience that will completely transform your life. However, as exciting a time as this is for you it’s also an expensive time. So to help you navigate the financial toll of becoming a... (more...)
We Owe What? The Clark Family
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, TV show, money
Missed this weekend’s brand new episode of We Owe What? Don’t worry you can catch up on full episodes at http://livewellnetwork.com/We-Owe-What/8432944 Here’s a quick recap in case you’re short on time! Meet the Clark Family -... (more...)
Tags: LiveWell network, television, we owe what
Have a Frighteningly Fun & Frugal Halloween!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, parenting
With Halloween just around the corner it’s time to consider how your kids are going to look frighteningly good while trick or treating this year. Store bought costumes can be a little generic – I know last year my daughter wore the identical... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, Kids, saving
We Owe What? The Lafferty Family
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, TV show, money
Meet the Lafferty family - a fun-filled and active family whose busy lifestyle is proving to be too costly! With 3 kids and an inability to refuse them anything, Amy often found they couldn't afford to pay all their bills at the end of each month. Skating... (more...)
Tags: spending, television, we owe what
Kids and Money: Quick Activities
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle
“Mom I’m bored!” It is a sentence that drives me crazy. I mean how can a kid be bored! Between toys and books and activities- it is inconceivable that a kid – my kid- can be bored. The first time I heard those words come... (more...)
Tags: kids and money game
Sometimes You Just Gotta Rant!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, parenting
Fall is well under way, and with the turning of the leaves comes the new seasons of television shows. In the last week, those shows have been the topic of conversation of interns at work, college students in line at the coffee shop and tweens in front... (more...)
Tags: career success, Kids, television
Mary in This Month’s Parenting Magazine
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids
Check out my tips in this months Parenting Magazine! When I was asked “are there new money realities for kids today,” the answer was a resounding yes! While there are basic money truths that hold true from generation to generation, the experience... (more...)
Tags: money confidante, parenting
Cities with the Most Spoiled Kids
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids
Did you community make the list? Thanks to the folks at Bundle.com for sharing the data that points to the Big Apple as the most fruitful place to find spoiled kids. My Pal Tracey Jackson’s documentary “Luck Ducks” gives you the inside... (more...)
Tags: spoiled kids
