Mikki At MomsBestNest

Easy add-ons to curbside orders that say, “I’m taking care of myself today.” Some are small, others are investments. Be your own personal assistant!

The Read Across America Day Seuss book character costumes I wrote about in my blog post were inspired by these books. momsbestnest.blogspot.com/2012/02/homemade-dr-seuss-costume-ideas.html Be aware that some books were under scrutiny a few years back due to racial sterotypes in the illustrations. As a 30+ year educator and librarian, I can say without reservation that many brown-skinned teachers and students have joyfully read Dr. Seuss's books through the years. I believe they are of far greater value than the potential unintended nuances of their illustrations. But you do you :)

Budget-friendly basics for getting ready when house guests are coming — simple bedroom and bathroom comforts that help people feel welcome without overthinking it.

Sometimes my husband’s good intentions don’t keep up with my determination. That’s when a great product can save the day.

Gift ideas for musically-inclined kids, including practical picks for guitar, ukulele, piano, and singers — tools that support practice and performance.

Cozy solutions for staying warm without touching the thermostat. Draft stoppers, thermal curtains, warm layers, and smart little upgrades that help you survive winter with a Thermostat Hawk in the house.

I can see road signs just fine — it’s menus, makeup, labels, and tiny print that get me. This is a real-life toolkit for Gen-X eyes: the readers I actually wear, the backups I rely on, and the little helpers that make everyday life easier.

Dr. Mom isn’t a doctor — just a mom who’s stocked a lot of medicine cabinets over the years. This list is a mix of time-honored remedies and modern fixes — the kind of things I want in my adult kids’ dorm rooms, first apartments, and backpacks just in case. Some of these come from my mom and grandma. Some are modern lifesavers I’m very grateful for. None of this replaces medical advice — it’s simply the practical, comforting stuff you’re glad to have when you need it.

Easy, crowd-pleasing stocking stuffer ideas for teens and adults — all available with fast delivery for those true last-minute moments. Small gifts that feel thoughtful, fun, and useful, even when time is not on your side.

A carefully curated list of thoughtful, useful, and cozy gifts for librarians, teachers, and true book lovers — ranging fromaffordable gifts for Christmas stockings to end-of-year teacher thank-yous to spectacular literary destination packages.

A personal collection of GLP-1 helpers I use — practical items that support comfort, nutrition, hydration, and everyday needs as my body changes. Not medical advice, just lived experience and supportive finds that help make the journey feel more manageable.

Fitness during the most wonderful time of the year can become less of a priority. These things can make Christmastime walking fun and comfortable, so you can finish the year strong!

This is a collection of my favorite tech & electronic items along with a little explanation of why. If you know you need tech but hate buying it, or if you enjoy a handy gadget, I'm happy to be of assistance!

Easy, no-stress, thoughtful gift ideas that are either useful or delightful or both! Included are gifts in a range of prices — for stocking stuffers, birthdays, thank-yous, teachers, friends, or a little “thinking of you” moment. These are the kinds of gifts people actually keep, use, and quietly love.

This list is for the products that show up for me when motivation, time, or energy don’t. The ones that actually work, cut corners, and make life easier — especially in real homes that are lived in, not staged. If you’re stocking your own place, a first apartment, or quietly upgrading what your adult kids have under their sinks… these are the “guys” I trust.

These are the things I don’t buy lightly… but I would buy happily. A mix of practical luxuries, deeply satisfying upgrades, and a few “who even am I?” moments — like the ice maker that makes you feel oddly accomplished every time you use it. No pressure, no panic buying. Just a thoughtfully curated list for the splurges that actually make everyday life nicer.

A curated collection of the best things from the 1980's — items that earned their place back then and are still available today. No novelty, no irony — just proof that some things were done right the first time.

Beauty & hygiene essentials I rely on and rebuy. These are the products I consistently return to — not trends or experiments, just the staples I trust.

Fun, thoughtful stocking stuffer ideas for women — all available with fast delivery. Small gifts that feel special without a lot of effort, perfect for last-minute shopping, extra surprises, or filling out the stocking just right.