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    Home Hacks · Household UX · Out Of Office · Travel

    Credit Card Points Travel Strategy For Large Families: How I Hacked My Way to a 5-Person Canadian Vacation (Without a Finance Degree)

    ByAmanda Jackson June 9, 2026September 15, 2026

    Two years ago, while multi-tasking on a non-essential conference call, my algorithm started educating me about credit card points hacking. Naturally, I assumed this is something for DINKs and never would there be a credit card points travel strategy for large families like mine. I also thought “who has the time?” I currently manage the…

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  • enneagram 9 motherhood and mental load impact as woman sits on a therapist's couch
    Mental Load · The Third Shift

    The Peacemaker’s Prison: Enneagram 9 Motherhood and Mental Load

    ByAmanda Jackson May 6, 2026September 15, 2026

    I’ll be honest: when I signed up for an Enneagram class at church, my intentions weren’t exactly “spiritual growth.” I mainly did it for the guaranteed weekly 1-hour escape from the Third Shift—that invisible, relentless labor of managing everyone’s schedules, emotions, and misplaced socks. I expected a few personality charts and maybe a polite discussion….

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  • Husband Communication Cheat Sheet: Why Your Husband is Like a 1.0 AI Model
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    Husband Communication Cheat Sheet: Why Your Husband is Like a 1.0 AI Model

    ByAmanda Jackson May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

    I was in therapy today explaining a common situation that I think many married couples have. I wanted my husband to listen to me vent about how burnt out I am, and he immediately fired back “well, you need to stop signing up for so many things.” 

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  • A moody, high-contrast photo of an overflowing diaper bag on a messy wooden park bench, showing a Jisulife stroller fan, Thinkbaby sunscreen, and a half-full iced coffee next to a blurred playground.
    Gift Guides · Household UX · Product Reviews

    Survival Guide: Top 10 Summer baby Items for First-Time Moms

    ByAmanda Jackson April 24, 2026September 15, 2026

    This Baby Summer Survival Guide 2026 isn’t about “enjoying the sunshine”—it’s about survival. Let’s be real: after months of being trapped inside with an infant, you are desperate for Vitamin D. But taking a baby into 90-degree humidity isn’t a “relaxing stroll”; it’s a tactical mission. One wrong move and you’re dealing with a heat-rash…

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  • Baseball Moms are Annoyed: The Truth About Why Dads Forgo Snack Duty
    The Rant · The Third Shift

    Baseball Moms are Annoyed: The Truth About Why Dads Forgo Snack Duty

    ByAmanda Jackson March 10, 2026September 15, 2026

    Baseball moms sign with me: Take me out to the ballgame, take me out to the crowd, take me out to the Google calendar, the Sign Up Genius, the GameChanger app, etc. etc.  Yes, it’s that time of year again. Baseball season. Also known as the time where a mom’s mental load increases twofold. This year,…

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  • Mother’s Day Gifts 2024
    Gift Guides · Household UX

    Mother’s Day Gifts 2024

    ByAmanda Jackson April 30, 2024September 15, 2026

    Here are a few items that the special caregivers in your life will love! Trendy moms and caregivers will appreciate an updated and unique Stanley cup or a sleek and roomy everyday bag. For the memory makers or the memory keepers, try a mother-of-pearl inlay frame or my favorite- Aura Frame. The Aura Frame allows…

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  • Cleaning Products That Save Time
    Home Hacks · Household UX · Product Reviews

    Cleaning Products That Save Time

    ByAmanda Jackson April 11, 2024September 15, 2026

    Some weeks. No, wait a second. EVERY week the goal of cleaning my house falls to the bottom of the list after keeping kids alive and fed, working to get paid, and crashing out by 9pm. After putting in hours of driving the parent shuttle, attempting to explain genetics to my 10 year old, and…

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  • Gift Guides · Product Reviews

    Electronic Deals on Prime Day Eve

    ByAmanda Jackson July 11, 2023September 15, 2026

    For those gearing up for the Amazon Prime day extravaganza for July 11-12, you may not be aware of some of the pre-prime day(s) deals happening RIGHT NOW. Here, we have rounded up a few of our favorite home electronics deals. You can’t go wrong with a Fire Tablet and this one has lots of…

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    Mental Load · Product Reviews · The Third Shift

    Quit lit books: The best books for mindful drinkers

    ByAmanda Jackson June 24, 2023September 15, 2026

    Working moms experience overwhelming pressure to “do it all,” from being a nurturer, teacher, homemaker, and employee. Alcohol can provide a temporary escape from this never-ending cycle, allowing us to momentarily forget our worries and unwind. However, this reliance on alcohol can quickly become problematic. “Quit lit” books offer tips and guidance for anyone who…

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  • podcasts for 8-10 year olds
    Household UX · Product Reviews

    Podcasts for 8-10 Year Olds: Educational and Entertaining Audio Fun

    ByAmanda Jackson June 5, 2023September 15, 2026

    Podcasts have become a popular form of entertainment and education for people of all ages. They offer a unique platform for children to explore different topics, ignite their imaginations, and develop their listening skills. They are also great for long roadtrips. If you’re on the lookout for the best podcasts for 8-10 year olds, you’ve…

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