Kid-Friendly Money Tips
Money saving tips for parents and cool ideas to keep the kids happy and entertained
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10 Quick and Easy Breakfast Ideas: Breakfast on a Budget
Breakfast is an easy meal to skip or skimp on—throw some cereal in a bowl, splash some milk on it and then you’re out the door. You may even just grab a coffee to go or buy a snack at your local cafe on the way to work (which can be very costly and make … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/10-quick-breakfast-recipes-to-feed-your-family-on-a-budget/">Continued</a>
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20 Free Activities For Kids During The Holidays
With the school holidays approaching, it’s best to get prepared with some easy and exciting activities to keep the kids entertained. Most parents don’t want to spend a fortune keeping their kids occupied, but rest assured – there are plenty of fun and free activities for kids that won’t require you to take out a … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/20-free-kids-activities-put-smile-dial-holidays/">Continued</a>
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19 Money Saving Birthday Ideas
Birthdays are meant to be special, joyous times—especially for families. Filled with desserts, gifts and games, and all with the people we love. If we’re not careful, though, birthdays can cost more than we’d like. But don’t worry, there are several ways to save money without sacrificing on the fun. Instead of stressing, let the … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/19-money-saving-birthday-ideas/">Continued</a>
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Giving Money to Children: Bribery or Reward?
Our children are everything to us. We live and breathe to give them the childhood we had or wished we could have had, and do everything we can manage to ensure that they have enough of everything that can ensure that they are comfortable. While we spend money on them at every opportunity, as they … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/giving-money-to-children-bribery-or-reward/">Continued</a>
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5 Delicious & Cheap Family Meals For Under $20
It is amazing how much money goes into the food portion of a family budget. No matter how much you try, it just doesn’t seem like you can keep those growing kids full – and it can sometimes feel like you need to take out a small loan just for the groceries! For most families, … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/5-delicious-healthy-recipes-to-feed-a-family-for-under-20/">Continued</a>
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Making Sure the School Holidays Are More Budget Friendly
It’s not uncommon for parents to dread school holidays. As well as having to mind the kids, there’s the need to feed their constant want for entertainment. As many parents know, entertainment can be a very expensive thing to manage. School budget blowouts are therefore not uncommon and can leave parents struggling afterwards. Swoosh have … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/making-sure-school-holidays-budget-friendly/">Continued</a>
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How to Entertain Your Kids on the Weekend for Free (Or At Least On the Cheap)
We all know kids aren’t cheap. First, it’s nappies and bottles and ALL the rest of the stuff. And some more nappies. And of course, you need to clothe and feed them. Can we say cha-ching? Yes, yes, they are worth it, but when money is tight, it’s nice to come up with free or … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/how-to-entertain-your-kids-on-the-weekend-for-free-or-at-least-on-the-cheap/">Continued</a>
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How To Make Healthy Family Meals On A Budget
Sometimes you give in and just let your kids eat whatever their hearts desire because the fight isn’t worth it. But most days parents fight the good fight, trying to feed the whole family a healthy, well-balanced diet. That’s where our cheap healthy family meals come in! But it’s a tough pill to swallow every … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/problem-healthy-eating-costs-money-solution-make-healthy-family-meals-on-a-budget/">Continued</a>
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12 Tips for Home Schooling During Lockdown
12 Tips for Home Schooling During Lockdown With governments across Australia keeping schools closed as a precaution, many people have found themselves working from home AND having to home school the kids! A lot of schools have sent their kids home with activities, it can still be a juggling act trying to keep them busy, … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/12-tips-for-home-schooling-during-lockdown/">Continued</a>
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