Discover Practical Tips for Making Thoughtful Purchases and Building a Strong Financial Foundation We live in a time when spending money has never been easier—from one-click online shopping to endless subscription services. But with all this convenience comes the challenge of staying in control of our finances. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or just want to... The post Mindful Spending: How To Get More Intentional With Your Spending Habits appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

It is that time of year. The beach! My favorite place on earth. I just got back from an incredible trip where I was able to fall asleep listening to the waves and waking up to view like this. Every morning I would take a stroll in the sand right at the edge of the... The post Waterproof Jewelry to Wear to the Beach appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

Whether you’re looking for a new washer, dryer or both, it is important to consider energy efficiency. It’s not for the environment; b and reduce bills and a home’s carbon footprint. Energy efficient washing machines might cost more upfront, but they pay for themselves with savings in water and electricity bills. This guide will help... The post The Ultimate Guide to Energy Efficiency – How Your Washing Machine Choice Matters appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

The kids need new backpacks this year. You want a new bag to carry all of your mom gear. But didn’t we just buy these items a year ago? They get dirty, torn, and start falling apart at the seams. Into the landfill they go because you can’t even give them away in the condition... The post Why You Need a Sustainable Backpack appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

Just last night the family was trying to find a show or movie to watch together. The first one we clicked into that looked promising was rated R! We immediately switched over to a more kid-friendly profile. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a streaming service dedicated to kids? One where you feel safe letting... The post Bentkey Kids Streaming Service appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

The temps are turning cold. The leaves are falling. This is the time of year that the sniffles start and your skin turns dry. I don’t know about you but I start being extra vigilant about what I put into my body. This includes eating the right foods, walking 10,000 steps a day, using the... The post 5 Vitamins to Keep You Healthy This Fall appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

As you know we are a baseball family. My husband has been a player, coach and instructor since I’ve known him. All our boys played and my youngest is still active all year round. It’s actually one of the family businesses – baseball! Of course we were excited to watch The Hill baseball movie. Here... The post The Hill Baseball Movie Giveaway appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

P’Diddy’s favorite breakfast we call the Chick-fil-A Yogurt Parfait. It is an item he orders frequently at that restaurant because he likes it so much. One day I asked him if he’d like me to try and make it at home and he said yes! I now make it all the time, but with a... The post Dairy Free Fruit Parfait appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

Organic fresh fruits! Our fridge is full of them right now since many are in season and they are so hydrating in this hot weather. With Fourth of July upon us, we put together Red White Blue Fruit Kabobs which make a great kid friendly snack this time of year. In fact the kids really did all... The post Red White Blue Fruit Kabobs appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more

Nothing gets me out of bed in the morning better than the smell of coffee brewing. I’m forever grateful for my single serve machine that helps wake me up with just the thought of that first, hot, sip. I don’t have a coffee brand that I am dedicated to. I like to try new ones... The post Best Compostable and Recyclable Coffee Pods for Home appeared first on Crunchy Beach Mama ..read more