Spring into Green Mother’s Organic Giveaway (ends Apr. 8 value $375)

Welcome to Money Saving Parent! If you’re new here, you may want to subscribe to receive daily email updates. You can also join us on Facebook! Thanks for visiting! Welcome to the Spring Into Green Mothers Organic Giveaway! I’ve teamed up with Eco-Crazy Mom and an amazing group of bloggers to celebrate the grand opening (Continue Reading…);

Put away the plastic and get $2.00 customizable, reusable Halloween tote bag

These  new brighter, customizable tote bags are the perfect Halloween accessory for your little ghosts and witches. Last year these were a lifesaver.   We took them everywhere with us.  We used them for grocery shopping and the girls would carry in whatever was in “their” tote bag. (Hooray for the help!) We attended a number of (Continue Reading…);

DIY Homemade and Healthy: Glass cleaner, furniture polish, and all purpose spray

Making your own cleaning products can not only save you money, but often be better for your health and the health of your pets and family than those that you purchase.   Here are a few DIY, Homemade and Healthy cleaning recipes, submitted by our reader Ginger F.  Thanks so much for sharing!~ Homemade Glass (Continue Reading…);

Smart Strip Surge Protector Giveaway

I love products that help our family go green and save green so I was really excited about this opportunity!  Money Saving Parent has joined with Koupon Krazed to offer one reader a chance at trying a Bits Limited Smart Strip Surge Protector (appr. $30 value)! Haven’t heard of them yet? Well these days we (Continue Reading…);

Green Clean Mrs. Meyer’s Giveaway and Reviews

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It’s no secret that I like to save money, but I also like quality cleaning products. Many of my cleaners I make myself using things from the pantry and cabinet like baking soda, vinegar, and lemons. But there are hundreds of recipes out there to help you clean healthy and save money. Here are some (Continue Reading…);

Free online kids games that save money, energy and the environment

Are your children already bored this summer?  Are you looking for ideas that will help you beat the beat, provide them with fun and maybe even help the whole family learn a little something?  If so, then the whole family will enjoy the newest kids online learning games offered by TXU.  KidsPower offers a free collection (Continue Reading…);

Spray and DEET free mosquito-repellent bracelets $14 for 20

Bug Repellent Bracelets $14 for 20 mosquito-repellent bracelets, shipping included $14 for 20 mosquito-repellent bracelets. These bracelets are 100% non-toxic, DEET-free, and safe for all age groups. Shipping is included, and all sales are final with this Save. Bracelets ship within 6-8 weeks of purchase. I love this idea!  I always worry about what I’m spraying on and (Continue Reading…);

Get a free trial of The Honest Co. products – find out how!

Founded by Jessica Alba and Christopher Gavigan, the Honest Company was created to help moms and to give all children a better, safer start. Within the Honest Company, you will find Products that take care. Products that exceed expectations. Products guaranteed to not only satisfy, but also delight. They state that they are “relentless in (Continue Reading…);

Recycling Made Easy with Rubbermaid Giveaway!

Do you want to go greening and cleaner in your kitchen? Then enter to win your own Rubbermaid Hidden Recycler! Here are some of it’s really cool features: Easy attachment to a cabinet door with hooks included with the product or screws A convenient handle allows the bag to easily be transported to wherever your (Continue Reading…);

Review: Bella Viva Organic Gift Box

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Our family has been trying to incorporate a great many more organic and healthy food options in our diet, so when I heard about a gift box that is filled with organic, natural fruit and nuts as a gift I decided I just HAD to try it! Here’s our Organic Gift Box   Isn’t it (Continue Reading…);

Whole house natural cleaning success and recipes

Clean your home from top to bottom with these environmentally friendly and inexpensive cleaning recipes. Window cleaner: Clean your windows with a mixture of 1/2 cup vinegar to one gallon of water using old newspapers instead of paper towels or clean coffee filters to dry your windows. You can also use: 1/4 cup undiluted white (Continue Reading…);

Back to basics: Cleaning green with items in your home

It is easy to clean your home with natural ingredients. Almost, just as easy as it is to cook some of your favorite recipes. But just like with any cooking recipe you need to have the right ingredients. In my home there are some basic cooking ingredients that are a must–ingredients like garlic, fresh ground (Continue Reading…);

Daily chance to win $50 at Bed Bath and Beyond from Oxygenics

Win $50 to Bed, Bath & Beyond simply by ‘liking’ Oxygenics’ Facebook page. Right now they are giving away a $50 to BBB gift every day until June 9th on our Facebook! Oxygenics makes water conserving, energy saving, eco-friendly showerheads that create an in home spa experience. You know that we at Money Saving Parent (Continue Reading…);

Saving water, saving money: Moisture control, gardens, lawn and landscaping

What is a moisture controller? Hint: It’s not an anti-aging cream. A moisture controller is a really a tool to measure the moisture content of soil. Soil moisture controllers are designed to bypass the scheduled automatic irrigation system timer if the soil water content is above a certain moisture level. The sensor is buried is (Continue Reading…);

Natural Pest Control Methods for Your Home

No matter how clean your house there is always the chance that you will be bothered by insects, otherwise known as bug and every time I see one called a pest. There are plenty of effective chemical based insect treatments, both over the counter and professional, but if you are trying to “go greener” or (Continue Reading…);