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The Best Kids Outdoor Gear for Cold Weather

November 11, 2024 by Claire Leave a Comment

We were gifted XTRATUF TUFS toddler boots to test out and review on the blog. As always, all opinions expressed are our own.

🎶 It’s that time of year 🎶… when I start to think about how I’m going to fit six sets of snow gear on our coat rack, and I think that I should reallyyy buy a washable rug for the entryway.

Living in Minnesota, we get to experience all the seasons in their natural beauty–and we also need all the gear to do that. I’ve tried out quite a few brands of kids’ gear through the years. Some have lasted and some haven’t worked well/have needed replacing after a kid or two. I’ve tried different price points (both purchased by myself and via hand-me-downs) and found where we can economize versus where it pays off to pay more.… Read More »

Filed Under: Lifestyle, Parenting Tagged With: healthy living, hiking, lifestyle, outdoor life, product review

Where to Find Gorgeous Wedding Stationery on a Budget

January 23, 2023 by Claire Leave a Comment

This is a sponsored post for Basic Invite. As always, all thoughts and opinions expressed in this post are my own.

I’m a sucker for a good piece of stationery. I have quite a large collection of invitations, holiday cards, thank-you notes, sealing stickers, etc. and I’m always on the lookout to add to my stash. Sending loved ones notes on pretty, occasion-appropriate stationery brings me joy!

So naturally, when I discovered a new-to-me company that offers beautiful custom stationery at great prices–I had to share. That company is Basic Invite, and the photos you see in this post are only a tiny sliver of their extensive wedding invitations collection.… Read More »

Filed Under: Wedding Tagged With: basic invite, product review, wedding

StoryPod Review + Benefits of Audiobooks for Kids

January 16, 2023 by Claire Leave a Comment

Every 90s kid had a boombox in their bedroom, right? My metallic blue boombox lived on the lower shelf of my nightstand. It was huge, ugly, and had awful audio quality. But it got the job done–playing my CDs and cassettes of music and stories–and there weren’t really alternatives at the time.

Of course, in 2023 we have tons of tech-y options for keeping our kids entertained, from interactive toys to smart watches and tablets. The question now is how much exposure to tech our kids should get, especially screens.

Whilst I’m not necessarily a screen-free parent, we do like to limit movies and shows to special occasions for e&a. At the same time, sometimes Mama needs a minute (or a few) to get things done around the home. So when I learned about modern audiobook/story players for kids, I knew exactly what I was getting them for Christmas!… Read More »

Filed Under: Parenting, Reviews, Toddler Tagged With: crunchy parenting, parenting, product review, toddler

Wardrobe Revamp, Part 3: Knickey Underwear Review

March 3, 2022 by Claire Leave a Comment

Just to clarify (hehe), this post is NOT sponsored by Knickey. I’m simply sharing a new-to-me product that I’ve tried and want to review for you!

Update 10/2023: My underwear purchased for this review is still going strong 18 months later. It basically looks like new! No holes, fraying, or stretched out elastic… Knickey is definitely a high-quality brand.

Last year, I decided to update my wardrobe for my new mom life. I sold or donated most of the things I bought in high school or college, and I’m in the process of rebuilding my wardrobe and refining my style to fit a 27-year-old mom of two.

However, while focusing on finding tops, jeans, dresses, etc. that I love–for a while I kind of forgot about the most essential wardrobe item: underwear. And yes, my Modest Millie self is totally cringing that I’m actually writing about this–but I think it will be helpful to anyone out there who finds themself in a similar, underwear-less situation.… Read More »

Filed Under: Style Tagged With: eco-friendly, lifestyle, product review, style, sustainable living, wardrobe, wardrobe revamp

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I'm 31, writer, wife, and mom of 4. Just to Claireify is a lifestyle blog for women who aspire to live healthy, balanced lives. (And, okay, it's a throwback to that girly 2010s blogger vibe sometimes too!) If that sounds like you, grab a cup of coffee and make yourself at home. (Learn more about me here.)

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