There’s nothing like travelling with kids. It’s magical, exciting, memorable – and a ton of work. It’s worth it for the memories created and time spent together, but saving money on family vacations makes all of the effort that goes into it a bit easier […]
Baby gear can be expensive, and as a first-time parent it’s hard to know what you actually need and what you can skip. You want to give your baby the world, and as a result many of us end up buying stuff we don’t need, […]
In Part 1 of this series, we looked at our finances at the high-level. We took a snapshot of our current financial picture, and examined where our money is going. Then, we identified our priorities going forward, and made sure we were protected with appropriate […]
This stage of life can be a strain on a family’s finances. Kids are expensive. Childcare alone can easily cost more than your mortgage. You might be living on a reduced income, due to maternity leave(s) or a modified schedule at work. You may be […]
Hi! I’m Laura. My husband and I are juggling two busy professional careers while raising three kids – two boys, ages 8 and 6, and 3 year old girl. I love organizing and crave quiet, which is often at odds with our very busy family. My goal with this blog is to create a resource for all of us to quiet the chaos in our lives, to give us back the time and energy to focus on what’s important. Thanks for joining me!
Want to learn more about me and Chaos & Quiet? Start here.