Atlanta's Frugal Mom

"'Tis the season to blow your nose!"  And now is a great time to stock up on all things needed for allergies, and the inevitable impending cold and flu season.  There are some great coupons available now for a limited time, but HURRY!  Some of these will not be around after today!!   First, for your allergies, here are some high value Zyrtec coupons: *  $7/1 Zyrtec Product printable *  $4/1 Zyrtec Product printable *  $2/1 Zyrtec Product printable And this one for Allegra  - when you sign up for their monthly savings club, you'll get a coupon for $4 off

Check out all the coupons that will be available in this Sunday's paper.  Rumor has it there will be up to SIX inserts in this weekend's paper, so check back frequently for updates with the Sunday Coupon Preview . As always on the first week of the new month, the Proctor and Gamble insert will be included; also look for RedPlum, and a Pepsico insert as well.  Click here to get a sneak peak at what's to come, courtesy of the Sunday Coupon Preview! Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

Image courtesy of www.clker.com I just wanted to post a quick warning/reminder about external links posted by others on this blog, on my Facebook wall, or Tweeted to me.   I do NOT advise clicking on these links , as it is very likely spam comments, especially if posted by good ol' "Anonymous".  While I have filters in place to catch this, need I say, nothing is foolproof.  Thus, please heed this warning, as I just deleted 3 comments with spammy-looking links this morning. Thus, please also note if you post links on my Facebook page , on the blog, or Tweet them to me and I cannot vouch for you, they will be deleted promptly.  If you wish for me to help you or your organization, please contact me so I can post properly. This message holds true, not just for Atlanta's Frugal Mom, but for any of your favorite blogs as well.    Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara **This post may contain affiliate links.**

Look at all this loot!  All for under $10!! Here's my latest mini-haul from CVS.  In my first transaction, I got:  one package of ThermaCare heat wraps (sale price $3.79),  2 boxes of Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Cleaning Gel (2/$6),  a bottle of Tide Stain Release laundry booster (on clearance for $3.36),  and a pack of CVS diapers ($6.99). I utilized the following: 

My blogging friend, Heather, over at Family Friendly Frugality has an awesome coupon database , and I encourage you to check it out!   If you're looking for a particular coupon, you type in the name of the product, and it'll tell you if said coupon exists.   If it's a printable coupon, it'll even give you a direct link to print it off.  Be sure to bookmark the coupon database , for your convenience!  Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

My daughter and I took a li'l trip to my dearly beloved Target this morning, and -as always- I had to check out the trial/travel size section.  Was I ever-elated to see multiple items with those lovely red stickers on them -- the amount of stuff on clearance was enough to send me in to overdrive!  I'm happy to say, I showed a wee bit restraint.  :o)   Keep in mind: clearance items may vary by store, but here are some of the highlights I saw at my location today.  (I could only stand to be in there for so long, afraid I would overheat with excitement!!) Shout travel wipes (4 pk) - $0.48  * $0.75/2 printable coupon About 10 cents EACH after coupon!!

As part of their $5 off 10 participating items deal this week (with Kroger card), you can score some Barbara's cereal for as low as $1.49 a box.  It is on sale for $2.99, but in conjunction with the $5 off 10 items, it's only $2.49.  Further, use this printable coupon to save $1.00 off the cereal!    ...what can I say, I feel obliged to promote a product with such a great name!!  And that it's "crunchy" and "wholesome" to boot, well, that's just icing on the frugal, healthy cake!  (hee hee hee!) Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

YAHOOOO!!! You can now access Red Plum coupons RIGHT HERE at Atlanta's Frugal Mom! :o)   Also, check out the Coupons.com widget here . And for an extensive list of printable and digital coupons available to you, click here . Ain't life grand?!?

iPhone Into Cash - Old, Broken  -  Here's an easy cash deficit solution: Sell your old iPhone!  Got an old or broken iPhone just sitting around, collecting dust?   Send in your old or broken iPhone for cash.  An iPhone 4 in fair condition can fetch you as much as $100!!   Click here for details. Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

I have a Gymboree coupon code, good for 20% off your entire purchase.  This is a one time use code, o if you use it, please either comment below to say so, or send me a quick email , and I'll let folks know.   Coupon expires September 30, 2011.  (...not that I expect it to last that long!!)

Cafemom.com   - Join the Cafemom community and meet moms sharing ideas, swapping articles and posting pictures.   Click here to sign up. Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

Right now, Curves is offering a free one week trial membership.  But you must act fast, only 115 slots available today! Then, if you decide to join, you can get started for only $10! Locations in the metro Atlanta area include: Sandy Springs, Vinings, Oglethorpe University, and TWO in Alpharetta.  Other locations available state-wide. Click here for more information.   Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

Prilosec OTC Free Sample    Got heartburn?  Take a quick survey to see if you qualify for your free sample of Prilosec OTC.  Hurry, while supplies last! Click here for offer details. Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

It is that time of year again when all the little and big kids need a new costume for Halloween. Get a jump on your friends and order a costume from BuyCostumes.com .  -- they've got  all your Halloween costumes for men, women and children.    <-----  Click on the picture to your left for more details. Your best deal: buy 3 kids' costumes for $9.99 each, and use the code SAVE5  to get $5 off your order.  Other codes available for higher $$ purchases.  Also, check out the "5 for $5" section, too!  Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

According to the AJC , McDonalds is trying to take a step in the right (healthier) direction, by automatically adding apple slices to its kids meals (both Happy Meals and Mighty Kids Meals).  Before, one could choose from apples or fries.  In addition, the fries portion has gotten smaller.  For those who opt out of fries, you may double-up your portion of apple slices. To kick this off, from September 16 - 22, participating Atlanta area McDonalds are offering BOGO kids meals from 2 to 7 p.m.   (Thanks Atlanta on the Cheap for this information!)    Finally, if you live near the McDonalds at 3324 Northside Pkwy NW (off I-75 near West Paces Ferry), you can RSVP to attend a special kickoff party, sponsored by Atlanta Moms Like Me.  Click here for more details.   Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

Any good couponer has experienced that invigorating  coupon high , but what happens when you find yourself going to extremes, all in the name of saving a few bucks?  There's been quite a buzz in the blogosphere created in recent months thanks largely in part to TLC's  Extreme Couponing .  Many viewers are left with the impression that couponing creates, or encourages hoarding, shelf-clearing of sale items, and downright obsessive behavior.*   Admittedly, I've found myself in situations where I was running out to buy something, all in the name of a "good deal", only to later be ridden with buyers remorse, often thinking, "I didn't even really need  that product!"  I've spoken to many of you, my dear readers, and quite a few of you admit to being new to couponing, so please bear my cautionary tale.  Just like any thing else, couponing CAN become addicting, and it, too, may spiral out of control.

So tonight I ventured in to the world of cooking on the fly, a task I had not done in quite a while. The plan was to make frittatas, based on a combination of two recipes I'd seen.  BUT, given my current forgetfulness brought on by a heavy dose of preggo brain, I kept forgetting to get the veggies needed for what I was attempting to make.  Instead, I opened the fridge, and threw this together.  I was nervous, but even my two-year-old daughter (Picky Ricky) ate a few bites. Hashbrown, cheesy frittata 15-20 oz frozen southern style hash browns  1 tbs oil 1 carton Egg Beaters (16 oz) 1/2 c salsa 1/4 c bacon pieces 1/3 c finely chopped baby spinach 1/2 c + 3 tbs shredded cheddar cheese

Did you know, if you're a member of Huggies Enjoy the Ride website, you can print high value coupons?  Included are $2.00 coupons for Pull-Ups and $1.00 for Little Swimmers.  They're bricks coupons, so you may print them twice.  Check back often, as I suspect the coupons will be in rotation. In addition, there are tons of prizes to be won, and rewards to be had when you join.  Have you signed up yet? Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

One thing on MY shopping list at Kroger this week is Dial Complete Hand Soap.  It's on sale for $0.88, AND there's a printable coupon worth $0.35 right now.  If your Kroger doubles, you can pick up a bottle of soap for as little as 18 cents.   (Remember, you can click the "back" button, and print this one twice.)  Click here to (twice!) print this hot coupon. I love the foaming soap; it's been a fabulous asset with a newly potty-trained child.  She can clearly see the bubbles she's supposed to scrub off her hands.  :o) Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara

Right now at HalfOff Depot, you can get tickets to select shows for Sesame Street Live's "Elmo's Super Heroes" for 50% off!  Shows run September 9th,10th, and 11th.  Click here to get this deal! Not a part of Half Off Depot yet?  Create your account here , and get started!  Keep on saving!  :o) --Barbara