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    Looking for tips and tricks to make parenting easier? You've come to the right place! Here you will find all sorts of tips for toddlers to tweens.

    Consider learning how to Get Rid of Hair Tangles to make your mornings quicker. Want kids to help more around the house? You'll love these Tips to Teach Kids to Use the Dishwasher. Teach kids about the importance of saving with these Spend Save and Give Jars.

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    • Helping the Shy Child Prepare for Kindergarten
    • Teaching Kids About Money with Spend, Save, Give Jars
    • Get Rid of Hair Tangles Plus a Recipe for Hair Detangler
    • 10 Tips for Surviving the Terrible Twos
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    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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