minimalism

The best Montessori-inspired toys for kids ages 1-5

The secret: Look for toys that are open-ended, toys that will last for years, toys that encourage creativity, and toys that benefit development.

I’m trying to be a minimalist mom, but I’m sentimental and a LOT of things spark joy

All moms are craving what I am—a sense that I am in control of my life and home, not my stuff.

True life: My family’s clutter makes me anxious

I was seriously stressed in my own home.

Minimalism drastically improved my mental health–and my motherhood

Here are three areas to focus on, mama.

‘Baby Shark’ breaks into the Top 40

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Why we’re asking for experiences, not toys

We're choosing love and memories over toys. Discover why experiences matter more for families today.

15 simple & beautiful holiday gift ideas for the minimalist mama

Sometimes, less really is more.

Create a cozy, minimalist home by ‘quieting’ your space

With the drapes down, you realize you never finished painting the walls. With the rug gone, you remember how much you love the wood floor. Without the bookshelves, you see how large the room truly is.

Motherly nursery tour: bohemian meets minimalism in this cozy space

Is it wrong to be jealous of a baby's room?

Getting rid of “stuff” saved my motherhood

I believe mothers need minimalism more than anyone else.

How to declutter when everything feels sentimental

The feelings and love will remain intact. We don't need to provide heirloom clothes and toys to feel this connection between the generations.

Serena Williams’ living room is being taken over by toys

We've been there, mama.

True life: My home used to be overrun with toys

Here's what I learned (and now do) to keep us from getting back to that place of too many toys.

How many toys do kids really need?

The answer might surprise you.

After my kids head back to school, the first thing I do is de-clutter

Starting the school year with a minimalist purge airs out my head, heart and home.

My perfect summer day involves cleaning out our closets—no, really

For me, self-care means a guilt-free day to purge my head + home and make room for summer

11 simple ways for any mama to become a minimalist

7. Say yes less for more time to do things you love with people you love.

16 minimalist baby brands you need to follow on Instagram—now

Double-taps for all.

I’m simplifying my life to make room for things that matter

Clutter makes me anxious.

10 furniture + decor pieces no one will know you bought at Walmart

Minimalism at affordable prices. ?