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Mandi Welbaum

Hi, I’m Mandi, mom of three currently living in southwest Ohio. I’ve been blogging since 2008 and over the years have explored all sorts of topics to write about: parenting and family life, travel, food, and even a little DIY and crafting.

Saving Money To Buy Your First Home

Buying your first home is an exciting step for your future. Things haven’t been made easy for first-time homeowners in recent years, thanks to rising house prices and the lingering effects of the world economic crisis – but that doesn’t mean that you can’t get yourself on the property ladder. Saving for a deposit is …

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The Family Vacation Mistakes That Cost Valuable Time

When we go away, most of us have at least some idea of kicking back, forgetting, and finally switching off. But, when it comes to family vacations, how often is that actually the reality? If your family trips are anything like most, you end up feeling more exhausted than you did when you went away. …

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What’s The Ideal Vacation For Your Kid?

As the summer holiday is getting closer, it’s time for parents to answer a simple and yet decisive question about their children’s preferences. Holiday is, after all, that time of the year where everyone can recharge their batteries. And it’s fair to say that for a lot of families, the typical holiday destination focuses on …

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I’m Embarking on a Challenging but Fulfilling Journey

This post is sponsored by The American Women’s College and SheKnows Media I was given the opportunity to attend a class at The American Women’s College at Bay Path University in exchange for sharing my experience in this blog post. I started my motherhood journey when I was very young (only 18!), and I never really got to …

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