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Five Inexpensive Christmas Gifts for Moms: Intentional and Minimal

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It’s getting closer to the holidays and this post is for all of you family men married to Minimalist women. Moms do a lot of hard work to make Christmas a special experience for the kids, and in our house, Gabe tries to make Christmas nice for me too. I love getting gifts, but I hate clutter, cheap junk, or meaningless objects… Fortunately, he’s a master of creative gifts that are useful, meaningful, and don’t take up much (if any) space. These are some of my favorite gifts ideas for under $30 that tick all the minimalist mom boxes!

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How To: Have a Meaningful, Peaceful Christmas with 3 Small Children

Most of the time growing up, I would never have described Christmas as “Meaningful” or “Peaceful.” Busy, yes. Chaotic, yes. Exciting, absolutely. But Christmas was never really a slow process in my childhood home. Christmas has a way of getting busy. Really busy. Especially when kids are involved. I don’t know about you, but I’m…

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How to Prepare for a Good Birth – Baby #4

For most people, preparing for a GOOD birth is not an accident or a set of lucky circumstances. It is an intentional, empowered set of decisions that happen throughout pregnancy, which culminates in a birth experience that satisfies your goals and desires. What do you need to do to prepare for a good birth? This post outlines practical ideas, regardless of your birth location and specific preferences.

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How To: Minimalist Baby Set Up – 3 Guiding Principles

Three Guiding Principles for how to prepare for a baby as a minimalist. Tips and tricks for avoiding clutter and prioritizing what you truly need. Advice for small space living and transitioning into parenthood without drowning in stuff!

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One Month Meal Plan: How to Make Your Own

How to make your own one month meal plan for your family. 10 steps to plan your eating, strategize your buying, and stay within budget. Includes a sample one month meal plan and grocery list for WINTER.