Here's an interesting bit of trivia: Did you know that Robeez started out in 1994 as a mom-run, home-based business? The company is named after creator Sandra's son, Robert. My, how it's grown in just 15 years!

Right now, Robeez.com is having a sale with up to 40% off select boots, Soft Soles, and more. Check out these adorable Robeez Puppy Booties, sized for kids 0 to 24 months. They're $26, down from $39.95. You'll find Minis for $21.99 to $24.99 and select Tredz for $22.99 to $26.99. Soft Soles, the "classic" Robeez, are as low as $29.99. Enjoy free standard shipping when you buy two pairs or more.

You can earn 4% for college when you shop Robeez.com through Upromise. Plus, you can earn 1% extra when you use your Upromise credit card.

Got an Old Navy credit card? You're in luck, since  with it you'll save 30% off your OldNavy.com order through 11/8. Plus, when you spend $75 or more, you'll get free standard shipping through 11/8 with code ONSTUFF30 .

Make this deal even sweeter by heading straight to ON's sale/clearance department, where you'll find huge price reductions on next year's Halloween tees, discounts on microfleece tops, jackets, one-pieces (baby), and sleepwear for the whole family, and even some great prices on stocking-stuffer-worthy socks for kids. Expecting moms should definitely take a peek at the tops on sale in the maternity department.

You can earn 5% for college when you shop OldNavy.com through Upromise.

Looking for a few quick gifts? Here are four toys for the under-five set from Target.com's toy clearance section. You know what else is great? They're all 50% off or more and cost under $14.

LeapFrog New Fridge Recorder is 50% off at $9.99. Ages 3 and up.

Little Einsteins Pat Pat Rocket Mission Station is 50% off at $13.99.

George Luck Flower Family Way Puzzle is $7.49 (50% off). Ages 4 and up.

Noodleboro's Learning to Share Funpark Game (shown top, left) is 50% off at $12.99. Ages 4 and up.

You can earn 2% for college when you shop Target.com through Upromise. Plus, earn 1% extra when you use your Upromise credit card.

If you've been reading MSB for a while, you know that Sierra Trading Post is one of my favorite sites to score great deals on active wear and shoes for the whole gang. Right now, for example, take 20% off select apparel through 11/5 with code ALVOCTOBER9A . Take a look at these outerwear steals I found for the littlest members of your family (and there's a lot more where this came from):

This Avalanche Wear baby bunting retails for $30. With the coupon, you'll pay $13.26. Also available in blue and cream. Sizes 6, 12 and

18 months.

This Columbia Sportswear Snow Top Bunting retails for $45. It's $17.89 with the coupon. Sizes 6 to 24 months.

The Mountain Sprouts Toucan Jacket with Polartec fleece $16.61 with the coupon. Retail price is $47.95. Sizes Small and Medium (0-12 months)

You can earn 3% for college when you shop SierraTradingPost.com through Upromise.

Stylish things come out of Sweden. Some are super budget-friendly (IKEA), while some are a bit more luxe, like the offerings from beloved clothing retailer Hanna Andersson. We're talking luxe today, because you Hanna fans will be happy to know that all items at Hanna Andersson's online store have been reduced by 20% (priced as marked) through November 2. Excludes sale items. Here are a few ites that caught my eye:

This All Smiles Sweater Tunic (above) for girls is $41.60 down from $52. This would look adorable with leggings.

These cozy Fleecy Friends Slippers are $20.80, down from $26.

This cheery red Ski Sweater is $38.40, down from $48.

Save up to 60% on summer clearance and fall favorites. Hanna Andersson's clearance department.

Standard shipping starts at $6. You can earn 2% for college when you shop Hanna Andersson online through Upromise.

Cold nights require warm and cuddly pajamas, and footed fleece pjs are a kiddie sleepwear staple. Kids outgrow footed pjs quickly, though, and it make sense to find a good deal. Here are some deals you can cozy up to:

JC Penney's Okie Dokey sleepers (top left) are $11.99 (originally $20). Sizes 3T to 5T.

Carter's 2-Piece Blanket Sleeper (right) is also $11.99 at JCP. Sizes 2T to 5T.

Blanket sleepers (left) are 3 for $30, or $12.50 each at The Children's Place. Sizes to 3T.

Performance Fleece blanket sleepers are $16.50 at Old Navy. In sizes up to 5T.

Kohl's has select Carter's fleece footed pjs for just $8 (down from $20). In sizes up to 4T.

You can earn up to 5% for college when you shop these online retailers through Upromise.

Parenthood brings a whole new level of difficulty to staying organized, and The Container Store can make that job a lot easier. Save 20% on your entire order at ContainerStore.com with coupon code SAVENOW through 11/2. Here are a few Mommy Saves Best picks:

Multi functional Dot Baskets (right) can be used to corral toys and more in any room of the house. $4.99 to $7.99.

Cute Monkey Door Hangers (left) keep coats and more off the floor. Choose from pink yellow or brown. $9.99 for a set of three.

These Erasable Multi Purpose Labels (right) were featured in Parents magazine. Label toys, storage bins, lunchboxes and more. $10.99.

Use Click & Pickup and you'll pay no shipping fees. Call ahead at most locations and they'll bring your order out for you--very kid friendly!

You can earn 3% for college when you shop ContainerStore.com through Upromise.

Through 10/23 (Hurry!) Take 25% off your order at SmartBargains.com when you shop through this link. I recently told you about SmartBargains' deals on KidKraft furniture and bedding. Wait until you see the kids' rockers and storage furniture they have now! I'm seeing some excellent clearance prices on Steiff bears, as well.

You can earn 4% for college when you shop SmartBargains.com through Upromise.

What a great coupon! Save 40% off your entire online order at Justice through November 4 with coupon code 775. Justice sells the latest fashions for girls and preteens. You'll find savings on everything from underwear to outerwear, and even shoes, boots and fun accessories. Jeans that cost $29.90 regularly are under $18 with the coupon. Jackets that run $59.90 are less than $36 with the coupon. Yippee!

Don't miss the clearance section for some fabulous stock up opportunities for next summer. You can pick up graphic tees for under $5 each.

Standard shipping starts at $5. You can earn 3% for college when you shop ShopJustice.com through Upromise. Plus, earn an extra 1% when you use your Upromise credit card.

It's Fall Sale time on the web. Clothing retailers like 77kids.com (American Eagle's kiddie clothing store for the size 2 through 12 set) are busy clearing out fall items and remaining summer clearance to make way for colder weather wear.

Save up to 60% during 77kids' Fall Sale (ends 10/20). Find tees and tops for girls more than half off at $7.95, skirts under $10, pants under $12, and hoodies for both boys and girls under $15. The girls' jacket shown here is $19.99 (reg. $29.50).

Enjoy free standard shipping when you buy three or more items, or get free standard shipping through this link [link] when you spend $100 or more. If something doesn't fit, returns are free. You can earn 2% for college when you shop 77kids.com through Upromise.

Here are five tough and toasty boys' jackets that won't break the bank. Plus you can earn up to 4% for college when you shop these retailers through Upromise.

Athletech's Hooded Ski Jacket (left) is 40% off at $23.99 at Kmart.com through 10/17. Features Velcro snap cuffs, lining, and a pull-through vent for a media player cord. Sizes 4/5-14/16.

Faded Glory Hooded Reversible Puffer Jackets (right) from Walmart are a low, low $13. Features elasticized cuffs, five pockets. Sizes 4/5 through 14/16.

This Puffer Jacket from JCPenney.com (left) is on sale for just $22.49. Features fleece lining, fleece-lined pockets, inside and outside chest pockets, and more. Sizes 4-20.

The Black Dot Puffy Hooded Jacket (right) is 66% off at $19.96 at Sierra Trading Post. Features fleece lining and zip front pockets. Sizes 4-7.

JCPenney's lightweight but warm Arizona Vestee jacket (left) is on sale for $22.49. Features fleece-lined hood, interior and pockets and removable hood. Sizes 4-20.

Related post: Five Cute and Cozy Girls' Jackets Under $30

One of my favorite sources for discounted activewear and outerwear for the whole family is Lands End Overstocks. Part of the fun of shopping at Lands End Overstocks is that they introduce new markdowns on Saturdays, and they're 75% off by Friday. You never know what you'll find, but you can be sure that the price will be right.

Not surprisingly, the deepest discounts I'm seeing right now are on summer items. There's not a better time to stock up for next year on swimsuits and swim shorts for girls and boys (from $6.99) and flip flops (3.99).

School uniform items are more than 50% off. I'm also finding jackets 15% to 25% off and rain boots for $14.99.

You can save 3% for college when you shop LandsEnd.com through Upromise.

The way I see it, any store with the words "smart" and and "bargains" in the name is worth checking out! Here's what I found at SmartBargains.com:

This wooden KidKraft storage table (right) is $74.97 at SmartBargains. List price is $145. The Storage Chest with Chalkboard Plaques from KidKraft is also $99.99.

Kids' bedding is up to 76% off. I love this Bullseye coverlet set (left). $29.97 gets you the coverlet and a sham.

Need a gift for a new mom? The adorable, eco-friendly Baby Burt's Bees Bear Gift Set Basket is $54.99. It includes a teddy bear, frame, rattle, baby cap, bib, burp clot, and receiving blanket.

Shipping is $9.95. Get free standard shipping on orders of $75 or more when you shop through this link by 11/2. New customers receive 12% off orders of $100 or more through 11/2 when you shop through this link. You can earn 4% for college when you shop SmartBargains.com through Upromise.

Are you hosting a Halloween party this year? If not, you'll want to after you check out the creepy goods at Oriental Trading Company.

Oriental Trading Company is your source for everything Halloween, including unique candies, spooky party decorations and yard decor.

• Where else can you pick up a 28-piece "Bag of Bones" ($29.99)?
• Strobe light make anything spooky. Mini strobe lights are $12.99.
• Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween cups are $5.99 a dozen. Add Skeleton Straws for $4.99 a dozen.
• Oriental Trading Company carries a monster selection of Halloween costumes as well, with prices as low as $7.99.

Free standard shipping on orders of $49 or more with code FREESP9 through 10/31. You can earn 4% for college when you shop OrientalTradingCompany.com through Upromise.

There's no need to spend a mint on a winter coat that may only be worn for a season. Here are five cute and cozy winter jackets for girls, and they're all under $30! Plus, you can earn up to 5% for college when you shop these online retailers through Upromise.

Kmart's Protection System Hooded Bubble Jackets (above, left) are 50% off right now at $27.50. They feature a faux sherpa lining and snap pockets. Sizes 4 to 6x.

Walmart's Faded Glory Reversible Bubble Jackets for girls (right) are just $13 with .97 standard shipping. Available in several colors. Sizes 6 through 14.

Target's Cherokee Heavyweight Puffer Coat (left) is $19.99. Fully lined, with zippered pockets and a hood. Free standard shipping when you spend $50. Sizes XS to XL.

Puffer Jackets from The Children's Place (right) are $34.65 less 15% with code HA99. You'll pay $29.45 after the coupon. $5 flat rate standard shipping. Sizes 4 to 14.

Want something longer? Walmart's Faded Glory Girls' Parka Coats (left) are $25 with .97 standard shipping. They feature a detachable hood, snap pockets, and an interior pocket. Sizes 6x to 14.

Coming soon: 5 Tough and Toasty Boys' Jackets Under $30

It's "Gear Up for Fall" time at Baby Age. Take 10% off baby gear at BabyAge.com through 10/5 (Monday!) with code babygear09. Get free standard shipping on orders of $74.99 or more. Otherwise, standard shipping is a flat $9.99.

Need wheels? Check out these sweet stroller deals:

• The popular Kolcraft Contours Options 3-Wheeler stroller is over 20% off at $159.99. You'll save another $16 off that with the coupon code above. The Contours Tandem stroller is also over 20% off at $229.99. It's $216.98 with the coupon.
• The Jeep Liberty Limited is more than 30% off at $159.99. It's $153.98 after the coupon.

You can earn 3% for college when you shop BabyAge.com through Upromise. Plus, earn an extra 1% when you use your Upromise credit card.

Happy October, everyone! The start of a new month always brings new savings opportunities at your favorite retailers. Here are some of the newest offerings from BabyUniverse.com:

• Save $40 and get free standard shipping when you buy a Tripp Trapp High Chair and Baby Set.
• Free standard shipping on JJ Cole Collection Bundle Me. Love those!
• $50 off and free standard shipping on Kid Kraft Table and Chair Sets. They're $149.99.
• Free Carters deluxe Waterproof Crib Pad ($17.99 value) with any bedding order of $100 or more.
• Buy one, Get one 50% off Diaper Dude items.

Don't miss the outlet while you're at BabyUniverse.com. There you'll find more deals, like the popular Graco Metrolite shown here for just $87.99.

Save $20 off your order of $199 or more when you shop through this link. You can earn 4% for college when you shop BabyUniverse.com through Upromise.

Check this list for some screaming bargains on Halloween costumes for kids and grownups. Shop these retailers through Upromise and you can earn up to 8% for college!

• Get .99 standard shipping on costume purchases of $29 or more at Sears.com with code SCOSTUMES99S (exp. 10/4). Costumes are 25% off.
• 25% off Halloween costumes at Kmart.com. Enjoy .99 standard shipping on orders of $29 or more with code KMCOSTUMES99S (exp. 10/4).
• Standard shipping on costumes for the whole family at Walmart.com is just .97 (exp. 11/1).
• 30% Halloween costumes at TheChildren'sPlace.com (exp. 11/1).
• 15% off Halloween costumes, accessories and decor at Walgreens.com (exp. 10/4).
• 20% off Halloween costumes at Kohls.com with code SPOOKY20 (exp. 11/1).
• Free standard shipping on costume orders of $10 or more at eToys.com when you shop through this link (exp. 10/18).
• Costume items for teens and grownups are 25% off at wetseal.com (exp. 11/1).
• Save up to 30% on costumes and accessories at Drugstore.com (exp. 10/23).Free standard shipping on costumes.
• Save $5 off a $20 purchase at party superstore Shindigz.com with coupon code SZCJB9 through 11/1. Save up to 90% on clearance Halloween costumes.

Right now you'll save 30% to 60% on bedding and furniture for kids and teens at JCPenney.com.

JCP's room decor selection is so hip! I love the new Komboze line by LittleMissMatched. 384 "kombonations" of bright, reversible, coordinating fabrics let you pull together a bedroom without being too "matchy-matchy." Even the sheets are reversible! Room in a Bag sets from Komboze are $89.99 right now at JCP (twin, reg. $129.99). The Room in a Bag includes comforter, three pillow cases, two half-and-half sheets, a bedskirt, a reversible accent pillow, and two sheets of wall stickers.

I also adore the storage baskets built into this Linden Street storage bed, part of Linden Street's Create Your Own Bedroom" collection. What a great way to keep toys and books out of the way but easily accessible. The bed is $379.99 (twin).

You can earn 3% for college when you shop JCPenney.com through Upromise.

I'm so glad I have a little boy who's just about outgrown Robeez. Otherwise I'd have a real problem resisting sales like this one at Robeez.com, especially since standard shipping is FREE when you buy two or more pairs (it's $6.95 if you buy one pair).

Save up to 40% on select Robeez styles through October 1 at Robeez.com. There's a large selection of included styles to choose from. You'll find Tredz, Robeez shoes for toddlers and preschoolers, for $22.99 (reg. $39.95), Robeez Minis, featuring a flexible sole and foam insole, from $18.99, and Robeez Soft Soles, the "classic" Robeez style, from $18.99. Select Weekenders, Robeez "slip on casual shoes" for infants, are just $14.99 (reg. $27.95).

Earn 4% for college when you shop Robeez.com through Upromise.

It's been raining for more than a week where I live. Thank goodness for rain gear! Since rain boots are not a wear-everyday item, however, it's smart not to spend too much. Here are five cool pairs of kids' rain boots for $25 or less: 

Kohl's.com has Jumping Bean rain boots (top right) on sale for just $11.99 this week. Earn 3% for college when you

shop through Upromise.

Kmart.com's Hannah Montana rain boots for toddlers (left) are 19.99. Earn 4% for college when you shop through Upromise.

I love these Western Chief Penguin rain boots (right) from Piperlime.com. They're $25. Free standard shipping and returns. Earn 6% for college when you shop through Upromise.

These Hello Kitty rain boots (left) are $16.99 at Target.com. Free standard shipping when you spend $50. Earn 2% for college when you shop through Upromise.

These Girls' Butterfly rain boots (right) are just $15 at Walmart.com. .97 standard shipping. Earn 1% for college when you shop through Upromise.

Outdoor gear and clothing outfitter Cabela's now carries kids clothes, and it's not all camo, either! You'll find exceptional values on infant, toddler, and kid clothing from Life is Good, Carhartt, and more.

Look what I found for under $10 in the Bargain Cave:

• Infant/Toddler Carhartt Toddler Shadow Graphic Tees: $2.99 (reg. $12)
• Life Is Good infant Boo Boo romper: $5.88 (reg. $25)
• Kids' Acorn Versa Socks for $4.88 (reg. $9.99. Love these!)
• Crocs Girls Nadia Boots for $9.88 (reg. $49.99)
• Columbia Infants' Mean-Lil-Monster Hat for $8.88 (reg. $12.95)
• Infant/ Toddler Seclusion 3D Dress for $2.88 (reg. $19.99). Okay, this one's camo.

Standard shipping starts at $5.95. Get $5 standard shipping on orders of $175 or more with code 99CELEBRATE through 9/22. You can earn 4% for college when you shop Cabelas.com through Upromise.

Hooded sweatshirts are a teen fall wardrobe staple. Girls' hoodies are buy-one-get-one-FREE right now at teen retailer Aeropostale.com. You'll find styles as low as $29.99. Complete the look with Aero jeans, all currently $19.99 to $24.99.

Check out the guys'' clearance and girls' clearance department for savings of up to 70% off on warm-weather items like polos and tees. You'll find tanks from $5.99, tees from $7.99, pants from $16.99, and shoes from $14.99.

For younger kids, visit P.S., Aeropostale's kids' area, where you can pick up backpacks and lunch boxes at 50% off. Standard shipping at Aeropostale is reasonable at $5.95 to $7.95.

You can earn 2% for college when you shop Aeropostale.com through Upromise. Earn an additional 1% extra when you use your Upromise credit card.

Shopping for any baby or kid gifts? Red Envelope carries a unique selection of keepsake gifts for births, first birthdays, and other celebrations. Here are a few picks:

• The cotton Enchanted Quilt, which comes in pink and red or blue and green, is already 30% off at $69.95.
• Adorable and stylish silver-plated Elephant Bookends are already 40% off at $29.95. They can be engraved, too.
• The Hand Print Growth Chart lets parents record their child's hand print as well as her height. It's on sale for $34.95. May be personalized.

Save 10% on any purchase, 15% on purchases of $80 or more, and 20% on orders of $125 or more at Red Envelope.com when you click through this link. If you prefer, get free standard shipping by shopping through this link.

You can earn a whopping 12% for college when you shop RedEnvelope.com through Upromise through September 18.

Many of us buy art supplies for our kids from a drugstore or a discount department store. Next time you're in the market for a cool birthday or holiday gift, think outside the "big box" and head to The Crayola Store online. Why? The Crayola Store offers art sets featuring characters from Thomas the Tank Engine, Clone Wars, Toy Story and more. They also sell refills for specialty products like Color Wonder so you don't have to go out and buy parts you don't need just because you're out of one thing.

Save up to 40% and find sale items starting at $2.99 in The Crayola Store outlet. Plus, through October 1, get free Crayola markers with any back-to-school order of $20 or more. Use code . Free standard shipping on orders of $75 or more.

Earn 3% for college when you shop The Crayola Store through Upromise.

I admit it. I've already done a little holiday shopping. Since it's just September, I'm a bit embarrassed to call it that, so I just call it thinking ahead and getting great deals. Speaking of which, I'm ga-ga over these toy finds from the Land of Nod outlet:

• Good Wood puzzle is $12.95, reg. $24.95. (48% off)
• The "Love that New Farm Smell" 61 piece wooden farm set is $19.99, reg. $39.99. ($49% off)

You'll find savings of up to 80% on baby furniture, bedding, gear and more in other areas of Land of Nods Sale section. Free standard shipping on strollers and accessories.

Earn 6% for college during September when you shop Land of Nod online through Upromise.

Eat out for less at a great restaurant and earn money for college at the same time? Call the babysitter! Pay with a gift certificate you got for 90% off and you've got a real recipe for savings.

Starting September 9, for a limited time only, Restaurant.com is selling $25 gift certificates for ONE DOLLAR! The sale will start at 12:01 a.m. PST on 9/9 and will end at 3:01 a.m. PST on 9/13. Use coupon code NINETY for the discount. Plus, you can earn 17% for college when you shop Restaurant.com through Upromise during September.

Are you a Preferred Diner with Upromise? Dine in or get takeout at one of over 8500 participating restaurants and you can earn up to 8%. Plus, when you dine in September you'll earn a $1 bonus when you complete a quick survey about the restaurant. After you dine you'll receive a dining confirmation with a link to the survey, or if you haven’t opted in to receive Upromise emails, you’ll find the link on your Upromise account statement page, below your Rewards Network transactions.

If you aren't a Preferred Diner, you can upgrade with one click. Being a Preferred Diner will allow you to double your college savings when you dine at participating restaurants (details).

Justice sells trendy, fun clothes for girls in sizes 6 to 18. They sell shoes and boots, too! Take a whopping 40% off any order at Justice through September 8 with coupon code 779.

Stock up on basics like tees from $6.99 (less than $5 after the coupon code) and jeans in several hip styles from $29.90 (less than $18 after the coupon code). The sweater shown here is $32.90 (less than $20 after the coupon code).

In the clearance section you'll find some great summer clearance items:

• Long-sleeved tees for $9.90 when you buy two or more ($5.94 after coupon).
• Leggings for $12.90 when you buy two or more ($7.74 after coupon)
• Flip flops for $9.99 ($5.99 after coupon)

Earn 3% for college when you shop Justice online through UPromise.

Kids and t-shirts go together like mac and cheese, right? Here's a great deal from Hanes.com: Buy two Hanes bestselling Beefy-T tees for kids and get one of equal or lesser value FREE at Hanes.com through September 21.

These tees are 100% cotton, preshrunk, and come in a bajillion colors. They're regularly $6 each (already a good deal), so you'll get three for $12. That's $4 each! The kids' shirts come in sizes XS (2-4) through XL (18-20).

Buy five items, get free standard shipping through September 7. While you're at Hanes.com, be sure to check out the Daily Deal, where you'll find anything from bras to briefs at big discounts.

You can earn 4% for college when you shop Hanes.com through Upromise. Plus, earn 1% extra when you use your Upromise credit card.

77kids, American Eagle Outfitter's toddler and kid clothes store, is running a Tons for Ten sale through September 2. Pick up t-shirts, polos, tanks, leggings, bags and more for $10 each. That's up to 70% off regular prices. Get free U.S. standard shipping on orders of $100 or more. Return shipping is always free (in case something doesn't fit).

A few of the $10 offerings:

• Bouncy Jersey Skort (reg. $19.50)
• Solid Stretchy Flare Pants for girls (reg. $19.50)
• 77 FUNdamental Striped Polo for boys (reg. $19.50)
• 77FUNdamental Khaki Short for boys (reg. $19.50)
• 77 Weekday Trek Backpack (reg. $34.50)

While you're at 77kids, be sure to check the clearance section for up to 70% off summer items. Lots under $10!

You can earn 2% for college when you shop 77kids.com through Upromise.