Philips Norelco CC5060 Kids Clippers

Imagine my surprise and uncontainable excitement when I was able to try the new Philips Norelco Kids Clipper . I’m all about saving money and with three boys, I figure I’m saving a nice chunk by just being able to cut and style their hair myself.

My untrained hands were able to give my boys a haircut just the way they wanted . The clippers are lightweight, quiet and easy to operate, All without messy cords that get in the way .

The Kids Clippers have 15 length options (with only  2 attachments) and the kid friendly clipper combs are designed with rounded tips so I don’t hear blood curdling screams from nipping an ear. Norelco understands the fears of both parents and kids!

Norelco took care to include a DVD that helped learn simple cuts with to the point instructions and extra tips I’d not heard of.

As a parent in a busy household where money tight, I would highly recommend the Philips Norelco Kids Clippers to parents wanting to avoid those pricey hair salon hair cuts.

Product Features

    * Ultra Quiet. Reassures and calms kids (and moms) during the haircut . No loud motors here.
    * Kid friendly designed hair clipper comb tips. Rounded tips protect skin and ensure a comfortable cutting experience.
    * More compact and lighter than average clippers. Made for women’s hands and easier maneuvering around your child’s head.
    * How-to DVD includes tips and tricks on cutting different kinds of styles (buzzcut, long sports cut, the fade and curly hair)
    * Easy maintenance to save you time. Self sharpening blades need no oil or other care.

The clippers priced affordably at $39.99 on Amazon.com and can also be found at Target and Drugstore.com.

As an added bonus for MomGadget readers, visit Philips.com/store and enter KIDSCLIPPER into the promo code option at the shopping cart and receive a special $5 off!

Always Fresh Containers – A Holiday Season Must Have

Store and Save with Always Fresh Containers The Always Fresh storage system will help you keep food fresh up to 50 days longer!

With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to be thinking ahead to saving all those yummy Thanksgiving and Christmas leftovers.

These plastic food storage containers prolong the lifespan of edibles by eliminating food-spoiling ethylene gas released during the natural ripening process. You’ll be able to save time and money by making fewer trips to the grocery store! This food storage solution also eliminates freezer burn and reduces vitamin loss without the use of harmful chemicals. Always Fresh Containers are by far the smartest choice for all of your food storage needs!

CouponMom.com can Save a Family of Four over $6000 a Year

Start saving money this school year; learn how to save with coupons and have more money for your family

Atlanta , Ga –As the kids head off to school, it’s a great time for moms and dads to school themselves in saving money at the grocery. Coupon Mom Stephanie Nelson says a family of four can save over $6000 a year when they follow her system at www.couponmom.com.

"Cost saving doesn’t mean sacrificing a healthy diet or the foods your family likes," says Nelson, "With meal planning strategies and simple recipes families can enjoy cooking quick, delicious and nourishing meals.  It’s never been simpler."

Nelson has been called "the rock star of the recession" by the Washington Post and has taught millions how to save with coupons on Oprah, The Today Show, CNN, Wall Street Journal, Good Housekeeping and Good Morning America.

Because of the recession, more than 40 million people nationally are printing online coupons, up 20 percent from last year, according to a recent report from the Simmons Market Research Bureau.

Coupon usage is definitely on the rise, and more shoppers are looking for help with their grocery spending. Membership on the site has jumped from 180,000 in early 2008 to more than 1.9 million members now.

"Consumers are realizing that coupons are real money when the products they use are offered," said Nelson, "Our coupons are for popular products , just this month we have coupons from Kraft, Kellogg’s, General Mills, Procter & Gamble and many other quality manufacturers. We also have a great offer from restaurant.com, a gift certificate for $25 that you can buy for only $6 or less with special promotions.

Nelson, a mother of two, says cutting your grocery bill in half is easy. She launched CouponMom.com eight years ago to show other shoppers what weekly sales and savings are available - saving them time, and of course, money.

Here are some of the Coupon Mom’s favorite ways to "Strategically Shop" on a trip to the grocery store.

1. Pick one day a week to shop and plan your week’s meals and snacks carefully to make a comprehensive shopping list.  The extra planning time will save time and expense of unplanned shopping trips mid-week.

2.  Compare prices for your common items at a few nearby stores and cherry-pick the deals if necessary.  Nelson finds the lowest prices on fresh produce and pantry basics at local discount stores and buys the rest of her week’s groceries at a typical supermarket using sales, loss leaders, "Buy one, Get one free" offers and doubled coupons.

3. Study the stores’ sales circulars and use online resources like www.CouponMom.com to find the best sales. The free service does the work of finding coupons and deals for shoppers by listing grocery bargains at 41 retailers in 50 states. 

4. Stock up on your common items when they are at their rock-bottom prices. By getting a few weeks’ supply of an item, you will have enough on hand until the next sale. Getting in the cycle of stocking up in this way will get you out of the cycle of paying full price for anything.

5.  Maximize your coupon inventory.  Buy multiple copies of the Sunday newspaper during high coupon weeks, watch for coupon displays in the store, pay attention to your register receipt coupons, use electronic coupons at grocery store websites and even email the customer service contact at manufacturers’ websites to request coupons for their products.

6. Sign up for your stores’ loyalty cards and provide complete mailing and email information. You may be sent coupons for products you buy regularly. 

10 ways to save on your water bill

As the summer heat rolls in, the grass grows to a golden shade of brown and kids playing in water to get a little relief from mid-day heat – water bills are on the rise.

I stumbled on this list of 10 ways to save on your water bill and found it worthy of passing on – some may be common sense, but I bet there’s a couple of tips in there you have never come close to thinking of.

Find out how you can save on your water bill

Online Trading – How to Barter Online

Times are tough! We are all feeling the pinch these days and many of us are taking necessary steps to tighten up our budget.

One method you might consider is bartering your services!

We all have a trade or talent that is highly marketable – why not use your skills in exchange for something you might need – be it plumbing, auto repair, web design, etc.

Check out these bartering websites to see what others are offering up and get a little inspiration on how you can join in the action to save the strain on your wallet.

Bartering Websites:

BabySitterExchange.com – Swap baby-sitting hours with members in your community.

BarterPlanet.com – Everything from legal services to power tools

BizXchange.com – A major business-to-business trading network

Care.com – Nanny and senior care services

Craigslist.org – Bartering boards broken down by state

SwapStyle.com – Clothing and accessories

SwapThing.com – Home furnishings and jewelry

SwapTree.com – Music, movies, books and video games

U-Exchange.com – Cleaning and carpentry services and much more

Zwaggle.com – Kids’ stuff

I’m already finding lots of items that I’m checking into for trade. This is exciting stuff in trying times!

If you happen to join one of these sites and make a great trade – please keep us posted. I love to hear of the great treasures our readers uncover.

Enjoy!