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Keep what works. Choose well when it’s time.
Thoughtful living starts with the things you already love. When you need something new, a little knowledge makes choosing easier.
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From the journal
What's Actually in My Diaper Bag
A peek inside my diaper bag: my picks for diapers, wipes, and snacks. Plus the product that replaces diaper balm, hand sanitizer, and Neosporin.
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What's in Your Dust (Thank Me Now for the Spring Clean Motivation)
Dust is more than just a housekeeping annoyance. It turns out it's more like a record of everything your home is slowly shedding. Why it may be worth knowing what's in yours. Here's the full range of clean air wins, from ripping out your carpet all the way down to taking your shoes off at the door, and the products that can help along the way. Use this post to inform your spring cleaning checklist.
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How I Swapped All My Kids' Clothes for Natural Fibers
You don't need to spend a lot or do a huge overhaul to do this! A lot of kids' clothes are cotton, especially baby clothes!. Thrift stores are full of natural fiber kids' clothing because children outgrow things so fast. Buy those. When you need something new, Burt's Bees on sale covers most of the basics beautifully. Check the tag on everything. Done.
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