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Jennifer's Single Parents Blog July 2006 Archive

By Jennifer Wolf, About.com Guide to Single Parents

Start Saving More of What You Earn With These Simple Money-Saving Habits

Monday July 31, 2006
For many of us, saving money requires the development of new habits. Perhaps we were never really taught how to manage money, or maybe we simply avoid thinking about it ... Read More

Selling Items on Consignment Can Help You Earn Extra Cash.

Wednesday July 26, 2006
Selling your old clothes, books, toys, and household items on consignment can be a great way to bring in a little extra money to purchase your kids' back-to-school clothing and ... Read More

Planning a Trip? Save Money on Gas Prices With These Online Tools to Help You Calculate the Cost of Your Trip and Find the Cheapest Gas Stations in Your Area.

Saturday July 22, 2006
If you're planning a road trip with the kids, you'll want to have a pretty good idea of how much it's going to cost you. You may be surprised ... Read More

In an Emergency, Would Your Kids Receive the Medical Care They Need? Print This Free Medical Release Form Today!

Thursday July 20, 2006
Let's face it. Emergencies happen. And as reachable as you may intend to be - through your cell phone or e-mail - it's always possible that when an ... Read More

Setting Up Regular Play Dates Can Help Parents Create More Free Time

Monday July 17, 2006
The makers of Dove Chocolate announced last week that more than 50% of women say they're just too busy to find time for themselves. Does that sound familiar? ... Read More

Is Your Child A Reluctant Reader? Summer is a Great Time to Renew the Habit of Reading Together.

Friday July 14, 2006
Reading to your child is one of the greatest ways to instill a lifelong love of learning. It's amazing what an impact you can have on your child's attentiveness ... Read More

Results of the Child Support Poll

Thursday July 13, 2006
On July 11th, we ran a poll to see whether the majority of child support payments are in the form of one "lump sum," or whether they go toward specific ... Read More

Do You Pay/Receive Child Support Payments? Stop By and Participate in Today's Poll.

Tuesday July 11, 2006

Which States Have Tax Free Holidays Scheduled in Time For Back-to-School Shopping?

Tuesday July 11, 2006
Find out which states have tax-free holidays, when they're scheduled, and which items you can expect to qualify. In addition, several states have added computers and computer accessories, so ... Read More

Be Prepared for the Questions Your Kids Will Ask When You Tell Them About Your Divorce/Separation.

Monday July 10, 2006
Of course, your kids are going to have lots of questions when you tell them about the upcoming changes in their lives. Take a look at these lists and ... Read More

Are You Wondering How to Tell the Kids About Your Upcoming Divorce or Separation?

Saturday July 8, 2006
Make sure you're prepared when you announce your impending divorce or separation. Follow the guidelines in Top 10 Things to Consider When You Tell Your Kids About Your Divorce ... Read More

Printable Emergency Contact Form for Single Parent Families

Thursday July 6, 2006
In an emergency, you want to be sure that you can easily locate the contact information for your children, and that they can easily contact you. Click here to print copies ... Read More

Inc.com is in Search of the Best Lemonade Stand in America!

Thursday July 6, 2006
Is there a young entrepreneur at your house? Enter Inc.com's lemonade stand contest for your chance to win a $1,000 savings bond and be on national television! Helpful Tools for ... Read More

July is National Ice Cream Month

Wednesday July 5, 2006
Now there's something to celebrate! How about making your own ice cream with About's Guide to Stay-at-Home-Parents, Barbara Whiting? Or plan on visiting three or four ice cream ... Read More

Check Out These Great Board Games to Play With Your Kids!

Monday July 3, 2006
Are you expecting rain on the 4th in your area? In case you have to postpone the outdoor festivities, plan on playing some great board games to pass the ... Read More

Get the Facts About Fireworks Safety

Sunday July 2, 2006
Be prepared for this year's Fourth of July celebration. Find out what kind of fireworks, if any, are legal in your state, and learn how to safely display and ... Read More

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