Bulk Pancake & Waffle Mix Recipe
We got through a LOT of pancakes and waffles at my house. It’s probably our most frequent breakfast. I make our pancake and waffle mix myself – 10 pounds at a time. Here’s my recipe.
Father’s Day Gift Guide
The day to celebrate dad is just around the corner. Do you have plans yet? We’re sharing some of our favorite gift ideas from budget to splurge, fun to practical, and everything in between. Check it out for inspiration!
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
Mockingbird High Chair Review – THE High Chair This Mom Of 6+ LOVES!
Are you on the hunt for an amazing high chair? I have to say, it’s been a disheartening hunt over the years. I was starting to think that companies must not have prototypes they have ACTUAL PARENTS test out. WHY…
Hot Off the Shelves: 14 Baby Must-Haves Every 2025 Mom Needs ASAP
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Are you expecting or maybe you have a new baby at home already? If so, this post is for you! As an expectant mom due in 2025, I’m rounding up a…
Top Gift Ideas For Dad This Father’s Day
This ‘Top Gift Ideas For Dad This Father’s Day‘ post contains Amazon affiliate links. Make sure you mark your calendars for Father’s Day 2025, happening on Sunday, June 15th! (PS> Father’s Day is always celebrated on the third Sunday in June…
E-WIN Champion Upgraded Series Ergonomic Computer Gaming Chair Review + Discount Code
Do you have any gamers in your life? Or maybe you know someone who just needs a REALLY awesome, supportive office chair? No matter why you’re in the market for a new seat, E-WIN has you covered with their E-WIN…
63 of the BEST Happy Birthday Memes
Since I’m a huge meme fan and I know many other people are too, I thought I would share a post of my favorite Happy Birthday Memes! These happy birthday memes are the perfect thing to send to a family…
Say Goodbye to Boring Summers – These Family Finds Are Pure Magic!
Summer is my favorite season. I LOVE it! All the time outside is what I crave. We love to have friends and family over for cookouts, spend evenings outside at the fire pit, and even enjoy backyard camping nights. Today…
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!