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Tammy is a freelance writer from Canada and graduated from the University of Western Ontario.

She has three writing stars for Helium and is a level four content producer for Associated Content.

Her interests include parenting, pets, real estate, vegetarianism,

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Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Simple ways to save money during the holidays: 2 of 56
The holidays are expensive and it's easy to get stressed. There are presents to buy, gifts to wrap, parties to attend and dinners to host. With the economy at an all time low, your budget is sure to be tight. For great tips on reducing your holiday expenses, see my list of ideas below.1. Bake your own treats- Instead of purch... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Working Parents Going back to work after having a baby: 1 of 28
After enjoying two wonderful years at home with my children, I recently returned to my place of work. My biggest challenges were my fear of change and a constant longing to be with my children. This was my second return to work, after a one-year leave when my son was born. Based on my personal experience, see Tammy's Ten for ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior The pros and cons of buying a house that needs work: 1 of 22
Are you purchasing an investment property or your principle residence? Does the house require general updating or extensive renovations? The experience of flipping a house for profit differs greatly from renovating your home while you are living in it. I recently finished renovating the entire main floor of my home and also f... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Should you find out the sex of your baby before birth?: 1 of 20
Yes! Why would you want to be left in the dark about anything regarding your baby? The last thing I would want is my doctor keeping secrets or withholding information. If the doctor knew my baby would have a freckle on their butt, I would want to know! I have both a boy and a girl and knew their sex in advance both times. The... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Feeding & Breastfeeding How to keep an older child busy while you're breastfeeding: 1 of 17
"It is only in the act of nursing that a woman realizes her motherhood in visible and tangible fashion; it is a joy of every moment." (Honore de Balzac/quotegarten.com) Who is she kidding? I bet she never had to potty train a toddler while nursing an infant! De-latching your screaming baby to help your toddler use the bathroo... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) Is the use of parental control on your TV bad or good?: 2 of 33
"Holy Mary Mother of God!" my four year old repeated after watching the movie The Goonies' for movie night last month. Did I freak out? Did I hide all the movies with any kind of violence or adult content? No. I explained to my child that not all words or sayings he hears are acceptable for him to be using. Isn't that what pa... More..
Entertainment > Television (Other) How can people spend so much time watching tv: 2 of 33
For better or worse, most people love their televisions more than their own spouse. Is it any wonder the divorce rate is close to 50%? People today spend more time watching TV than any other leisure activity. Here's my list of reasons why that's not about to change.1. Television is entertaining. With hundreds of channels depi... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Transitioning from the crib to a bed: 1 of 13
Your baby is now a full-fledged toddler. Where did the time go? Once your child is running and climbing around, it may be time to get rid of that crib. If you feel that your child may be ready for a bed, there are things you can do to prepare. Before purchasing that first new bed for your child, see my list for helpful advice... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories How to help a baby wean off a pacifier: 1 of 11
As a parent, I was overjoyed when my son learned to soothe himself with the aid of a pacifier. Sucking fulfills a baby's need for contact and security and pacifier use is now believed to be a preventative measure against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Good news! My friend even told me "Breaking the pacifier habit is eas... More..
Entertainment > TV Characters & Personalities Who is your favorite character from the Days of Our Lives and why?: 1 of 10
My favorite character on Days of Our Lives (DOOL) is Samantha (Sami) Brady. Wikipedia describes her character as a troublemaker, Salem's resident bad girl and America's favorite villain. See Tammy's Ten for reasons Sami is the best character on the show and makes DOOL worth watching.1. The same actress, Allison Sweeney, has p... More..