http://www.minti.com/members/savetime/activity/ Latest activity by savetime on Minti Copyright 2009 Minti en-uk savetime I was determied to have children with names that wouldn't have 2 in their class and yet not be weird. My first, Emily, was uncommon until that year and ever since, lol, so she has 2 other Emilys in... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/834679/baby-names/#883389 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/834679/baby-names/#883389 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 22:01:57 -0800 savetime That's true Kellz - as long as you get across the message, it doesn't have to be long or detailed:) Now if only I could motivate dh to write one... I love your love notes idea, Becca :) I've done... Now if only I could motivate dh to write one...
I love your love notes idea, Becca :) I've done...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7953/Love-Letter-Tips/#565125 http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7953/Love-Letter-Tips/#565125 Sun, 25 Nov 2007 21:27:48 -0800 savetime Walking is great exercise for anyone and everyone. It is cheap and easy to do and has a lot of benefits for your mind and body. But how do you get the most out of your walking... But how do you get the most out of your walking...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7954/Making-the-most-of-walking-as-exercise/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7954/Making-the-most-of-walking-as-exercise/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:56:41 -0800 savetime Whether it is for Valentines Day, an anniversary or just because, writing a love letter is a personal and special expression of your love. It is a unique gift that any lover would be proud to... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7953/Love-Letter-Tips/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7953/Love-Letter-Tips/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:50:50 -0800 savetime By Tash Hughes of Save Time Online How often do you go onto the Internet to find something and find that you’ve been there for ages? Other jobs aren’t done and you’re not... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7952/Save-Time-Online/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7952/Save-Time-Online/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:40:42 -0800 savetime by Tash Hughes of  Save Time Online Bobbing for apples is an old party game that can still be a lot of fun at parties or for other groups of children. The traditional version requires a... The traditional version requires a...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7951/Bobbing-for-apples/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7951/Bobbing-for-apples/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:39:08 -0800 savetime Making lunches to take to school, work or play can become a chore, especially if you want something more than a vegemite sandwich everyday. One option is to go to the supermarket and stock up on... One option is to go to the supermarket and stock up on...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7950/Saving-on-lunches/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7950/Saving-on-lunches/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:33:24 -0800 savetime by Tash Hughes Whether it’s the kids arguing about it, adults nagging about it or an unspoken conflict between the adults, many families have battles with getting the dishes done. Or doing... Whether it’s the kids arguing about it, adults nagging about it or an unspoken conflict between the adults, many families have battles with getting the dishes done.
Or doing...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7949/Whos-doing-the-dishes-tonight/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7949/Whos-doing-the-dishes-tonight/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:31:17 -0800 savetime by Tash Hughes How many trees did you climb as a kid? Can you remember how much fun it was and what games you played in and around trees? With the urban sprawl and different lifestyles, I would... How many trees did you climb as a kid? Can you remember how much fun it was and what games you played in and around trees?
With the urban sprawl and different lifestyles, I would...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7948/Climbing-trees/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7948/Climbing-trees/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:28:18 -0800 savetime Santa works hard on Christmas Eve, and he deserves a snack for the energy to keep going. It is also a good thing for kids to give Santa something in return for his work and gifts. Of course, you...
Of course, you...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7946/Snacks-to-leave/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7946/Snacks-to-leave/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:20:45 -0800 savetime There is only one Santa, and he lives at the North Pole watching children’s behaviour and creating toys. Or so the story goes!  At some point in November, Santas start appearing in... At some point in November, Santas start appearing in...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7945/Santas-helpers/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7945/Santas-helpers/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:17:31 -0800 savetime In these days of materialism, most of us and especially children have many possessions. And with each Christmas and birthday, we tend to increase the total. Our houses are overflowing with things... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7944/Personalised-Gifts/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/7944/Personalised-Gifts/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:14:50 -0800 savetime Decorations around the house help make a child’s birthday party special. But when you’re on a budget, decorations may seem like an unnecessary extra. Decorations give a lot of pleasure... But when you’re on a budget, decorations may seem like an unnecessary extra.
Decorations give a lot of pleasure...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5679/Budget-party-decorations/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5679/Budget-party-decorations/ Wed, 25 Apr 2007 03:17:55 -0700 savetime How to help with homework... without doing it yourself! Homework is a chance for children to do some work that will enhance what they do in school. There is no point in homework if parents or older... Homework is a chance for children to do some work that will enhance what they do in school. There is no point in homework if parents or older...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5678/How-to-help-with-homework/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5678/How-to-help-with-homework/ Wed, 25 Apr 2007 03:12:35 -0700 savetime Once you have children, fitting in a quick trip to the gym or an evening stroll becomes more difficult. Regardless of your motivation to exercise, you have to work it in around the needs of your... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5677/How-to-exercise-as-a-busy-parent/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/5677/How-to-exercise-as-a-busy-parent/ Wed, 25 Apr 2007 03:07:15 -0700 savetime Definitely agree that a biting child gets put down immediately. Take away attention and they will quickly learn that biting isn't acceptable, even if they don't undertsnad the reasons for a... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/301095/biting/#301097 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/301095/biting/#301097 Tue, 13 Jun 2006 03:55:15 -0700 savetime When you are operating on a budget, every cent can be important. It isn’t easy to make a little money go very far, but we all need to eat to survive and to enjoy life. Enjoyable food... Enjoyable food...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/448/Cheap-Cooking-Tips/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/448/Cheap-Cooking-Tips/ Tue, 13 Jun 2006 03:49:09 -0700 savetime When is the last time you just sat and did nothing? Or watched a sunset in a quiet place? Or stopped and really listened to a piece of music? Unfortunately, doing things like that is uncommon in our... Unfortunately, doing things like that is uncommon in our...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/268/Busy-Busy/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/268/Busy-Busy/ Sat, 06 May 2006 21:41:11 -0700 savetime Young Children and the Road by Tash Hughes of Word Constructions It’s every parent’s nightmare – a child getting away from you and running in front of a car.  In 2001, 36... by Tash Hughes of Word Constructions
It’s every parent’s nightmare – a child getting away from you and running in front of a car.
 In 2001, 36...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/267/Young-children-and-the-road/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/267/Young-children-and-the-road/ Sat, 06 May 2006 21:37:55 -0700 savetime Although the term babysitting club implies a group of early teenage girls sitting around waiting for babysitting jobs to come in, it is actually something of use to parents! Many parents would like... Many parents would like...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/266/Baby-sitting-clubs/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/266/Baby-sitting-clubs/ Wed, 31 May 2006 05:02:40 -0700 savetime There’s a special ring to that phrase – “home cooked meals”. It conjures up images of a family setting, fresh foods, warmth, love, healthy eating and comfort. What is a home... What is a home...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/265/Home-cooked-meals-in-a-modern-world/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/265/Home-cooked-meals-in-a-modern-world/ Sat, 06 May 2006 21:33:28 -0700 savetime For some parents, choosing to put a child into care is a tough one, others take it as expected, and many fit in between the two. Once that decisions is made in favour of a child care centre, how can... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/248/Choosing-a-childcare-centre/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/248/Choosing-a-childcare-centre/ Sun, 25 Nov 2007 21:50:01 -0800 savetime PND, or post natal depression, is becoming recognised as a problem, but many people don’t really know what it is. Not all women with PND actually feel depressed, and many cases are milder than... Not all women with PND actually feel depressed, and many cases are milder than...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/247/What-is-PND/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/247/What-is-PND/ Thu, 04 May 2006 02:59:45 -0700 savetime Folate is a vitamin found naturally in certain foods. It belongs to the B group vitamins – in fact, it is also known as B9. The synthetic (or man made) version of this nutrient is called Folic... The synthetic (or man made) version of this nutrient is called Folic...]]> http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/246/What-is-folate/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/246/What-is-folate/ Thu, 04 May 2006 02:57:31 -0700 savetime  Most women know that a pregnancy test requires a urine sample, preferably first thing in the morning. They know that a colour change or new line appearing (depending on the test brand) will... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/245/How-do-pregnancy-tests-work/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/245/How-do-pregnancy-tests-work/ Thu, 04 May 2006 02:55:45 -0700 savetime Women‘s bodies work in cycles, and they are only able to conceive in one particular part of their cycle, and this part is called their fertile period. The exact length of a fertile period... http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/244/What-is-a-fertile-period/ http://www.minti.com/parenting-advice/244/What-is-a-fertile-period/ Thu, 04 May 2006 02:52:13 -0700