Pumpkin Spice Pancake & Waffle Mix Recipe
We got through a LOT of pancakes and waffles at my house. It’s probably our most frequent breakfast. During fall I like to fix these Pumpkin Spice Pancakes and Waffles. They are delicious!
35 Halloween Food Ideas for Kids!
Halloween is almost here! My kids love dressing up in costumes and going trick or treating. I always try to make a fun Halloween-themed menu for us too. Here are 35 fun Halloween Food ideas that kids will love!
Salmon Patties Recipe!
I’ve never been a big fan of seafood…except for these salmon patties! My mom made these growing up and I make them now for my own family. They are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids.
In 2010 I was a new mom and my husband and I were trying to shift from two incomes to one so I could live my dream of being a homemaker. I discovered extreme couponing, cloth diapering, thrifting, and Thrifty Nifty Mommy was born.
Over the years my topics have expanded beyond thrifty living to just about anything that might be of interest to moms, including recipes, product reviews and giveaways, parenting tips, gift guides, and so much more. I’ve even expanded to include other writers on this site as well.
Our family of 3 has grown to a family of 9 and many of you have followed along all these years. Whether you’re a new reader of Thrifty Nifty Mommy or someone who has been here for many years, I’m glad you’re here! Thanks for your virtual friendship!
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Since 2010, Thrifty Nifty Mommy has been a place where you’ll find helpful posts about affordable family life, nifty ideas, motherhood, recipes, homeschooling, giveaways, product reviews, and more. We’re so excited you’ve stopped by and hope you’ll find a lot of useful information for your family.
It’s always great to discover a delicious new recipe! At Thrifty Nifty Mommy, we like to share recipes that are family-friendly, kid-approved, and easy for busy moms to make. Some of our most popular recipe posts are the skillet cube steak recipe, cowboy casserole, Dorito casserole, dirt pudding recipe, air fryer baked potato recipe, and air fryer onion rings.
Looking for some delicious wintertime recipes? This Air Fryer Fried Chicken is a family favorite, along with this stuffed pepper soup recipe and this southern meatballs and gravy recipe.
Air Fryer Recipes
I got my first air fryer a few years ago and fell in love with it! Air fryers are a great way to cook so many of your favorite foods! Check out all of these great air fryer recipes.
All Recipes
We love to cook for our families! You can find a list of all of the amazing recipes we’ve shared on our site here.
Dessert Recipes
Do you have a sweet tooth? I love a great dessert and you are going to love these delicious dessert recipes!
We’re here to help you find ways to keep your kids busy! For babies and toddlers, check out these 10 high chair activities plus this list of fun activities for babies 6-12 months. My kids love this Bubble Bath Slime Recipe, these easy-to-make squirrel feeders, and these recycled cardboard crafts.
Stay on Task with Index Cards!
Do you struggle to stay on task? Do you never seem to get all of your chores done? Do your kids need help getting THEIR chores done? Using index cards revolutionized my chores! Here’s how.
Organize the Toy Mess
With 7 kids, we have a LOT of toys and games. I had to find a way to organize them and keep them organized. We’ve lived in houses of various sizes (even 1500 square feet with 6 kids) and this is how we organized the toy mess!
Maintaining a Clean Home with Kids
I understand that kids can make a big mess really quickly. Maintaining a clean home is very important to me. These are the things we’ve implimented to keep it that way!
Recent Blog Posts
Scholastic Books Make Great Gifts (For All The Kids!)
This ‘Scholastic Books Make Great Gifts (For All The Kids!)’ post contains Amazon affiliate links. There’s one gift that never goes out of style… books! 📚 Have you seen that meme that says, “How do you get your kids to…
What It’s Really Like to Be Pregnant at 41+ Weeks
I always knew that pregnancy could feel long, especially toward the end, but nothing quite prepares you for being 41+ weeks pregnant. It’s a strange in-between space: physically uncomfortable, emotionally intense, and mentally exhausting. You feel so ready to meet…
Why Our Christian Family Celebrates Halloween
Every year around this time, the same question comes up in Christian circles: Should Christians celebrate Halloween? It’s a question I’ve wrestled with myself over the years. Growing up, I wasn’t allowed to participate in Halloween festivities. My mom believed…
My Favorite Baby Shower Gifts That Moms Actually Use
Expecting a little one—or shopping for a new mama? With baby aisles overflowing with gear, gadgets, and adorable must-haves, it can be overwhelming to know what’s truly essential. (Trust me, I get it! As a mom of six, I’ve been…
Stanley Quencher 30oz Review & Giveaway
This ‘Stanley Quencher 30oz Review & Giveaway’ post features Amazon affiliate links. It’s time to stay hydrated in style! Stanley: The Brand That Just Keeps Gaining Momentum If there’s one drinkware brand that has taken the world by storm, it’s…
Rollors Outdoor Game Review & Giveaway
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. The holidays are right around the corner and a game that will get everyone up and outside always makes for a great gift! Enter: Rollors! Rollors: The Outdoor Game the Whole Family Will Love…
We love celebrations here and we have a lot of resources to make your next birthday, anniversary, or holiday a success! Your friends and family will love this collection of funny birthday memes. Express your love by sending one of these funny I Love You memes or one of these flirty memes to your spouse.
Affordable Birthday Parties
It’s always fun to celebrate a birthday, but it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg! We’ve got ideas to keep those birthday celebrations affordable!
Rainbow Cupcakes
These cupcakes are so colorful – kids will love them! Not only are they colorful, but they have a great surprise on the inside!
Backyard Activities
For an affordable and fun birthday party at home, check out this list of great backyard activities that are affordable or even free!
Most Popular Blog Posts
Month after month, these posts continue to be some of the most popular posts on this site. If you haven’t read them yet, make sure you check them out!
DIY Nerf Gun Wall
Do you need a place to store all of his Nerf and dart gun weapons – we’ve got the nerf gun storage solution for you! In just a short amount of time you can create this awesome Nerf Wall in your home!
Air Fryer Donuts Recipe
My air fryer is one of my most used, favorite kitchen gadgets and this recipe is one of our favorites. It’s perfect as a beginner air fryer recipe! With just a few simple ingredients and about 5-8 minutes, you’ll have a great-tasting dessert!
Blueberry Bramble Bake
This recipe seems to be LOVED by anyone who tries it! It’s a favorite for weekend breakfast and brunch, and seems to be especially loved for holiday menus – many people even make it for Christmas and Easter mornings. Try it – you won’t regret it!