Confessions of a Frugal Mom Wannabe

I have to admit I often get jealous when I see all these fabulously frugal moms out there getting something for cheap or free by simply clipping coupons and shopping at the right store at the right time.

When I try to be the super frugal mommy I often get overwhelmed, discouraged, or confused as to how to do all of this.

In my process to become a frugal mom I have learned a few things I would love to share with all the other frugal mom wannabes out there:

• It’s a process! You may see all these women getting something for nothing, but know this that they too had to learn the secrets and it sure didn’t happen over night.

• You need to clip coupons. I know for me I would clip coupons then forget to use them, or my organization methods just never really panned out and it really turned into one of the things that made me feel overwhelmed. My suggestion to all the frugal mom wannabes is to find an organization system that works for you. I recently started the coupon binder system and so far it has worked incredibly well.

• You need to be willing to print coupons. When I first started on the path to become a super frugal mom I was opposed to the idea of printing coupons. I really didn’t feel like it was necessary until I saw how many people were using online coupons to get these awesome deals! If you want to be a super frugal mommy then you need to be willing to print online coupons.

• It takes time. It takes time to build up your stockpile of coupons, and when you have that stockpile you will certainly find more and more great deals. Be patient and take the time to build your stockpile of coupons.

I am a firm believer in the saying “A penny saved is a penny earned.” and I feel as Stay at Home Moms we can help contribute to the family budget by being frugal and saving our family some money in the stores.

So get on out there and save some money, mama!

Here are some websites I use to help me save money:

• A Full Cup
• IN Good Cents
• Deal Seeking Mom

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Friday Finances: Saving Money on Groceries

No doubt you have groaned at the soaring prices of groceries these days. With the economy on the downturn, we are all finding new ways to save on grocery bills. Here are a few suggestions that you may find helpful.

There are a myriad of online coupon sites wherein you can print out generic coupons for use at local supermarkets. Checking the supermarket circular every week can also help reduce some of the cost.

Check the Sunday papers; there is always a coupon booklet inserted that can save you money on your next trip to the supermarket. In addition, most local supermarkets always have sales. If you stock up on the sale items, you can significantly save money in the long run.

Shop at your local farmer’s market where, by establishing a relationship with the owner, you can benefits from savings on fresh vegetables and meat.

Buying generic products can save you quite a bit of money. Most of the products are somewhat equal to premium brands, but if you choose to buy generic for items such as paper and canned goods, the savings is immeasurable.

Clubs such as BJs and Costco, where you can buy in bulk, is another way you can save money on groceries. While it is a bother to box your own items, it is nonetheless worth the savings.

Another way to save money on groceries is to plan your menu a month ahead of time. In this way, you will buy only those items you need and can spend a Saturday preparing the meals, freezing them, and having them ready for your family’s dinner. It does work!

If you plan a monthly budget and utilize all of the suggestions herein, you can save money and, at the same time, still be able to prepare delicious meals for your family.

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