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FREE Pregnancy Journal & Organizer

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March 9, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Free

published date: December 29, 2009
modified datt: March 09,2020

PreNexa Prenatal Vitamins is offering a FREE pregnancy journal HERE.

Don’t forget the FREE Baby Organizer I told you about from Land of Nod HERE – this was a REALLY cute organizer I got back in September. It is great for keeping tracking of vaccines, growth, etc.

Hey mamas – do not forget our Busy Mom Binder! You will need this. Also see our baby hacks and tips.

If you don’t need them, get them for a friend!


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Couponing Acronyms and Explanations

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March 9, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Beginners

published date: December 31, 2009
modified datt: March 09,2020

All of the acronyms I use for couponing are found on the center/right column of Frugal Coupon Living. Below, I have provided a more detailed explanation.

SS – Smart Source. SS is a coupon resource both online and in the Sunday paper.  The larger the city, the larger the SS Sunday insert (and the smaller the town, the smaller the insert size.) Thus, Smart Source coupons can vary by regions.  Almost every Sunday, there is a SS insert in the newspaper. Visit Smart Source for printable coupons that change/vary each month.

RP – Red Plum. Much like SS, RP is a coupon resource both online and in the Sunday paper.  The larger the city, the larger the RP Sunday insert (and the smaller the town, the smaller the insert size.) Thus, RP coupons can vary by regions.  Almost every Sunday, there is a RP insert in the newspaper. Visit Red Plum for printable coupons that change/vary each month.

P&G – Procter and Gamble.  Much likes the other inserts, P&G coupon resource is found in the Sunday paper.  P&G inserts tend to be consistent across the board. In other words the same coupons tend to be in every city/town.  Unlike the others, they come out once to twice a month.  Usually around the front end of the month. P&G e-coupons HERE.

MFR – Manufacturer Coupon. A manufacturer coupon is put out by the company of the item represented. It can be combined with a store coupon in most locations (grocery stores/pharmacies.)  Most MFR coupons have the most expensive item displayed as a picture on the coupon so it is important to read the fine print. Sometimes you can use a MFR coupon on a trial size item. When this is possible, it is best to do this because the savings is a much larger percent then if you were to buy they full size item. Ten bottle of trial size shampoo work just as well as one large bottle (and can end up being FREE!)

SC – Store Coupon. This is a coupon that can exclusively be used in the store in presents. For example if CVS puts out a coupon for Colgate, this can only be used in a CVS location.  This SC can be combined with an MFR to produce a greater savings.

CC – Competitor Coupon. A CC is a store coupon that can be used in another store. For example, I could take a Winn-Dixie coupon and use it at Publix. You can also create a combination of mixing and matching MFRs, SCs, and CCs for an even larger savings! Two places that regularly take competitor coupons are Publix and Home Depot.

B1G1/BOGO – Buy One, Get One. The name basically supplies the definition. When you buy one product, you get the next product for free. In some locations, B1G1 sales reduced items to 50% off so you can only buy one item in the B1G1 sale. I will make a note of this when this is the case. In most locations, for B1G1 sales, two products need to be in the purchase. I personally appreciate B1G1 sales because you can use two coupons. You are getting two products!

WYB – When You Buy. An example of when this phrase is used is get $1 off product x when you buy product y.

YMMV – Your Mileage May Vary. Your mileage may vary is a phrased to describe the situation where you have success at one store and not at another store. This is usually the case because clearance items, sales, or managers discretion may change per store. YMMV can be the case for two stores in the same city or for two stores on different sides of the country.

MIR – Mail in Rebate. A mail in rebate is a situation where you get back a percentage of the amount you spent on a product. A MIR usually requires a UPC (universal product code – CHECK ON ACTUAL ACRONYM – bar code on the side of a box) , original cash register receipt, a form all mailed in a self stamped envelope.  During a MIR, you do need to pay for the product upfront but are refunded your money either in the form of a check or gift card.  Sometimes, MIRs provide you with a product instead of the refund of a check/gift card. In this case, you would know this before sending in the MIR. On average, MIRs take around 8 weeks for a full refund.

FAR – FREE After Rebate. This case is usually accompanied with a MIR. The item would be FREE after you submit a rebate for a refund of a check/gift card.

$1 SS 1/4 – $1 coupon in the Smart Source Inserts on January 4th. I use this phrase when matching coupons to sales. If we were talking about Dove Deodorant, I would be directing you to cut the $1 Dove Coupon in the Smart Source Insert that came out January 4th. If you keep your inserts intact, with the date on the front, this is easy to locate. You can keep them in a binder, in a file system, or cut them up and arrange the coupons by month or by type (health and beauty in this case.)

OOP – Out of Pocket. This is the money you are required to pay out of pocket. This money is usually amount you will pay before a rebate or “reward money” found in the form of Extra Care Bucks or Register Rewards (See CVS 101 and Walgreens 101 below.)

WFC – Weekly Flyer Coupon. This is a coupon found in a store weekly sales flyer. This coupon is required for the discount on the item. It is not a “clip free” coupon.

$1.50/2 – $1.50 off two items. In this example you get $1.50 of the price of two items. If I do not provide a back slash and number, then the discount is off one item. I provide the discount price followed by a slash and number to share with you when you have to buy more than one item for the coupon reduction.

ECBs – Extra Care Bucks. This is a money system found at CVS stores. It is like paper money that can be used on products in their store only. ECB sales are found weekly in their store flyer. Sometimes, CVS has items that are FREE after ECBS (much like the FAR system.) See more on shopping at CVS with ECBs below.

Wags – Walgreens. Acronym used for Walgreens.

RRs – Register Rewards. This is a money system found at Walgreens (Wags) stores. It is like paper money that can be used on products in their store only. RRs sales are found weekly in their store flyer. Sometimes, Wags has items that are FREE after RRs (much like the FAR system.) See more on shopping at Walgreens with RRs below.

Related Posts:

Eight Tips to Couponing HERE

CVS 101 HERE

Walgreens 101 HERE

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Expo TV – Review Gain

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March 9, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Uncategorized

published date: November 04, 2009
modified datt: March 09,2020

gainIf you haven’t begun Expo TV yet, you really should jump on board. Currently you can get 500 points for reviewing Gain detergent.  If it is your first video upload you get an automatic 2000 points. This would total you 2500 points which could immediately earn you great gifts like a cupcake stand, a cute camera case, popular DVDs, an Applebee’s $20 gift card or wait until you get 500 more points (review Honey Bunches of Oats or Cheer Detergent) and get a JCrew gift card or a Bass Pro Shops gift card for $25 (just to name a few – there is a lot to choose from.) Sign up Here.  More about Expo TV Here.


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Expo TV – Review Pantene

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March 9, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Uncategorized

published date: November 05, 2009
modified datt: March 09,2020

pantene products

If you haven’t begun Expo TV yet, you really should jump on board. Currently you can get 500 points for reviewing a Pantene Product – ANY product. If it is your first video upload you get an automatic 2000 points. This would total you 2500 points which could immediately earn you great gifts like a cupcake stand, a cute camera case, popular DVDs, an Applebee’s $20 gift card or wait until you get 500 more points (review Honey Bunches of Oats, Gain Detergent or Cheer Detergent) and get a JCrew gift card or a Bass Pro Shops gift card for $25 (just to name a few – there is a lot to choose from.) Sign up Here. More about Expo TV Here.


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Huggies Enjoy the Ride Codes

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March 9, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby

published date: November 04, 2009
modified datt: March 09,2020

huggies enjoy the ride

Huggies has released some new Huggies Enjoy the Ride Codes. Enter them Here.

BCCBD JBCTB HFPGB (1 point)

BCDXM ZPMFW SQPGB (1 point)

BCCHZ WFLLX GGPGB (1 point)

BCXSF DDGFC GXPGB (2 points)

PBWSM QGKCL BKPGB (5 points)

BCRXS LGWCN NKPGB (5 points)

Make sure you are checking your wipes and diapers. I have seen a lot on my packages lately.


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This Season’s Best Swimsuits, Part 2

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March 10, 2020 by FCL Filed Under: Amazon, Fashion, Online Shopping

published date: March 10, 2020
modified datt: March 09,2020

Yesterday, we shared some fabulous, trendy swimsuits that will be a hit this summer at the beach and pool. Still looking for the perfect one? We have even more for you in part 2 of our roundup of this season’s best swimsuits!

I just love this VECVOC Women’s High Waisted Cut Out One Piece Swimsuit. It has a fun monokini style, smocking and cute ruffles. What’s not to love?! The monokini style will make you stand out, too.


I love combining florals and stripes, and this CUPSHE Women’s Floral Printing One-Piece Swimsuit does that so well! There are different floral patterns to choose from. I am loving the one we have pictured!


This Palmacea Women’s Caoba One Piece isn’t your typical one piece swimsuit. The one strap makes it more unique than other one piece bathing suits we see, and it will definitely make it stand out!


Who loves polka dots?? This CUPSHE Red Polka Dot Belted One Piece Swimsuit is too cute with its polka dot pattern and fun belt around the waist.


If you love gingham, you’re going to fall in love with this CUPSHE Black & White Gingham Ruffle One Piece Swimsuit. Not only does it have a fun gingham pattern on the top, but it has cute ruffle detail, too.


This CUPSHE Women’s Stripe Reversible Bandeau Top High Waisted Bikini is perfect for anyone who loves high waisted swimsuits. I love the ruffles and fun striped pattern on this bathing suit.




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Best Buy – LG Washer/Dryer

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March 9, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Online Shopping

published date: November 22, 2009
modified datt: March 09,2020

lg washer

Best Buy has LG WM2016CW 3.6 Cu. Ft. 5-Cycle Washer (white) and LG DLE2516W 7.0 Cu. Ft. 5-Cycle Electric Dryer (white) for $350 each. To save on shipping you can select in-store pick up, otherwise it’s $70. (My location did not have it available for in-store pick-up.) I compared it to other places on the internet where it is around $600 each (one place had it for $419.) It has 4.7/5 stars on BestBuy.com.

Get it Here.

Chris took this deal to Home Depot and they price matched and took of 10% – Hot Stuff! You can try this same thing at HHGregg and I think at Sears too!


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Elf on the Shelf – $14.99 and up

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March 9, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Holiday

published date: November 20, 2009
modified datt: March 09,2020

elf on the shelf

Have you heard of him? Have you met him?

I was first introduced to Elf on the Shelf when I was teaching. Elf is a little guy that moves around the room. Using arriving around Thanksgiving, each new morning Elf is found in a new location keeping in eye on your children’s behavior for Santa. Paired with a book, this Elf is adorable for children.

I have been hunting for the best deals on Elf (usually priced around $30.) Below is what I have found.

Hallmark

Priced $29.99 – I used my $5 coupon I told you about Here . I also used a 40% off mailer I got for being on their mailing list (You get 1 item 40% off – the item must be found in the catalog sent out.) I got him for $14.99 with tax!

Amazon

Priced $33.68 with FREE S&H. See that price and others Amazon Here.

Shop at Home

Sky Mall has it for $29.95 (4% cash back) Here.

Loving the elf them – Create your family into dancing Elves Here. This brings ADORABLE memories for years. It really is neat looking back at my family last year.


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I am a wife, mother, daughter, blogger, teacher, friend – a woman of many different hats. My delights are my husband, my five kids, reading, shopping, and spending time with friends and family. I am a Florida girl transferred to the heart of the DC-Metro area. I'm glad you're here! Learn more about Ashley.

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