Building a Lifelong Reading Habit

By Maggie Murphy As we head into March, which is National Reading Month, this can be a wonderful creative outlet for children. My children shared...

Caring for Those Who’ve Lost A Loved One on Valentine’s Day

By SWSM Contributor Editor’s Note: In the spirit of giving to others on Valentine’s Day anonymously, our writer wishes to remain anonymous. My mom’s mother passed away...

Trump Accounts: What Parents Need to Know

By: Catherine Martinez The White House recently announced a new savings initiative, Trump Accounts, to help children jumpstart their savings journey. All babies born between...

The Food Pyramid Reimagined: Eating Well on a Budget

By Elizabeth Webb For decades, the food pyramid was a familiar fixture in classrooms and on food packaging—emphasizing carbohydrates at the base and placing protein...

4 Things to Prepare for the 2026 Tax Season

By Jordan Jantz It may seem as though 2026 has only just begun, but as the shine of the new year wears off, it’s already...

How Smart Women Set Financial Goals: 8 Tips for 2026

By SWSM Staff 2026 is here, and that means it’s time to revisit your financial goals. Setting goals for your finances can seem overwhelming, but...

Marriage & Money: What We Learned in Our First 9 Years

By Jamie Oleka When my husband and I got married nearly nine years ago, we were full of big dreams, optimism, and a deep belief...

Celebrate The Holidays by Giving Back

By Catherine Martinez The hustle and bustle of the holiday season has arrived! That means parties, shopping, and festive food. But while you’re planning your...

Lessons From The Little Drummer Boy

By SWSM Staff In today’s culture, it’s surprisingly easy for Americans to settle into a comfortable mindset of materialism, subconsciously accepting the attainment of material...