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i almost didn’t buy this gate… now we have 2 more 😅 after trying bulky gates with bars at the bottom that everyone tripped over, this one has honestly been such a good find. it feels super secure, closes automatically behind you, and somehow was one of the most affordable ones i found too. little things that make everyday life at home easier >>>> ‼️FYI- you’ll save money by buying the pack of two! 🤍 save this if you’ve been or will need to look for a better baby/dog gate 🤍 follow @neutralsbydanee for more realistic home finds, small space ideas, and life in our not forever home 🏷️ baby gate, dog gate, retractable gate, hallway gate, toddler home, dog mom, toddler mom, affordable home finds, amazon home finds, small home ideas, functional home, cozy home, realistic home inspiration, renter friendly home, family home, home organization LTKmomlife LTKBaby LTKHome

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I’ve been wanting a washer + dryer countertop for our laundry room for sooo long and i finally have it 😭

no more losing clothes behind or between the machines, no more folding clothes in random piles around the house, no more putting our detergent in cabinets!

I love our new countertop more than I expected. And the two tier + wood tone is so perfect!!

it really is the little things that make everyday life easier 🥹

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these black out Amazon pinch pleat curtains is one of my favorite finds/purchases and … they’re so affordable ✨

curtain details:

— color: Natural (how beautiful is this linen blend material/texture?)
— pinch pleat
— I purchased two sets of the 40W x 102L
— full black out (under my curtains, I have these beautiful black out Roman shades but the light would still shine through the sides. Adding an extra layer of these curtains really did the trick and blocked out all of the light)

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Making the most of every square inch with this bedside hack. My space-saving solution:

Buying dressers, and using them as nightstands

Not only are these nightstands/dressers beautiful, they are so functional for this space

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My favorite knife set is on sale for Prime Day! It’s 66% off!!

It comes with scissors, looks beautiful on the counter, and the quality has honestly impressed me. We use these every single day, and they’ve held up so well.

If you’ve been looking for a good knife set, this is one of those kitchen purchases that’s actually worth it

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If you’ve been thinking about getting my washer + dryer countertop, now is the time! 🤍

This has easily been one of the best upgrades we’ve made to our laundry room. It gave us so much more functional space for folding, organizing, and keeping things from falling behind the machines.

It’s one of those simple upgrades that makes laundry feel just a little less chaotic. Sharing the link while it’s on sale!

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My all-time favorite baby gates are currently on sale! 🤍

We’ve tried quite a few baby products over the last couple of years, and these are one of the few I’d buy again without hesitation. They’re sturdy, easy to use, auto-close behind you, and don’t have that annoying bottom bar to trip over.

We loved ours so much we ended up buying more for other areas of our home. If baby-proofing is on your to-do list, now’s a great time to grab them while they’re discounted!

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My beautiful living room Shady Lady tree is on sale! 🤍

It’s one of my favorite pieces in our home and adds the perfect organic touch to the space. Sharing the link while it’s discounted!

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My favorite co-sleeping bed rail (and one I’d absolutely recommend for toddler beds too) is currently on sale! 🤍

This is one of those products we use every single day and it’s given me so much peace of mind at night. I love that it folds down when needed, feels sturdy, and makes the transition from co-sleeping to a toddler bed so much easier.

If it’s been on your wishlist, now’s a great time to grab it while it’s discounted for Prime Day!

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We actually replaced our Hatch with this… and I wasn’t expecting to like it more!

We use it for every nap and every bedtime, and after taking it with us on a recent trip, it’s become one of those products I wouldn’t want to be without

What I love most is that everything can be controlled directly on the machine. No app. No Bluetooth. No monthly subscription!! It so simple and easy to use

It also comes with:
• 30 soothing sounds
• 12 night light colors
• 5 timer options
• 36 volume levels
• Travel-friendly size
• A more affordable price point than many popular alternatives

It helps block everyday household noise, keeps sleep routines consistent, and just works without any extra hassle

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We’re one step closer to turning this little hallway into a functional mini mudroom!!

It took months of searching to find “cabinets” that were affordable, the right depth, and actually fit this narrow space. I originally considered IKEA’s PAX system, but it was too deep for our hallway. (Can you believe these are bookcases?!) Now that they’re finally here, the fun part begins 🥳

Still on the to-do list: • Add shelving to the bottom cabinets for everyday storage • Find baskets that fit perfectly on the shelves • Install hooks in the upper section for backpacks, bags, and jackets • Frost the glass to help hide visual clutter while still letting light through

Storage is limited in our home, so I’m always looking for ways to make every inch work harder for our family!

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This bed rail has been one of my favorite purchases. We originally got it for co-sleeping and will use it when my son transitions to his own toddler bed. It has given me so much more peace of mind at night

I love that it folds down when needed, so getting in and out of bed isn’t a hassle

Comment SHOP and I’ll send you the link.

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This is one of those small changes that made a bigger difference than I expected
The hanging cord on our digital calendar wasn’t a huge deal, but it was one of those things that I kept looking at when I walked by (and something my son kept tugging on 😭). Adding a cord cover made the whole setup look more finished and put together

The best part? You can use these anywhere you have visible cords:
 • TVs • Digital calendars • Desks • Lamps • Entertainment centers • Home offices

It’s such a simple and affordable fix!

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I’ve owned another digital calendar before this one, so I wanted to share what I like and don’t like about the Winnovo after using it. Overall, I’ve found it really easy to use, responsive, and helpful for keeping everything in one place.

One of my favorite things is that there’s no monthly subscription, and I love being able to manage our calendar, meal plans, grocery lists, and to-dos from either the screen or my phone.

If you’re considering one, hopefully this helps you decide whether it’s a good fit for your family.

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These are my favorite aesthetic baskets for storing toys, and I currently have four of them throughout our home!

This is how I use them:

Living Room
• Large basket: toys
• Small basket: diapers + wipes for quick changes downstairs

Bedroom
• Large basket (budget-friendly option): toys
• Small basket (budget-friendly option): books

I love that they blend in with our decor, hold a surprising amount of toys, books, etc, and help keep the toy clutter contained without sacrificing the look of our home

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I recently received this digital calendar and have been testing it out over the last few weeks to see how it compares to the one we’ve been using

As a mom, I feel like I’m constantly trying to keep track of appointments, meal plans, grocery lists, chores, and everything in between. Having one place for it all has been really helpful!

Some features I like:

• Shared family calendar
• Syncs with Google, Apple, and Outlook calendars
• Two way syncing (updates from your phone or the screen)
• Meal planning
• Grocery lists
• Chore tracking
• Reward system for kids
• Custom lists and to dos
• No monthly subscription (!!!!)

I also love that I can make changes from my phone when I’m out and about, and everything updates automatically

I’ll keep sharing my thoughts as I continue testing it, but so far it’s been a really useful tool for keeping our family organize

✨ this is the 21.5” in Teak wood!

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How we prep for swim lessons 🏊‍♂️

Before swim:

1. Quick bath rinse before swim lessons.
2. Apply coconut oil all over his body. We usually use Costco’s coconut oil, but the one linked here is a great affordable alternative.
3. Spray Rowe Casa Vitamin C Spray on his skin (not linked). Vitamin C is commonly used to help neutralize chlorine and chloramines on the skin after pool exposure.
4. Coterie disposable diaper (not linked).
5. Reusable swim diaper.
6. Swimsuit + water shoes.

After swim:

7. Wash his hair and body with Babo Botanicals shampoo + wash.
8. Give Dr. Green Mom Vitamin C drops (not linked. We do this because there’s a chance some pool water may be swallowed during swim lessons, and vitamin C is often used to help support the body after chlorine exposure.)

Just sharing what works for our family and our swim routine!

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lately, we’ve been using this bed rail every single night, and it has given me so much more peace of mind while co-sleeping

i love that it folds down when we don’t need it, and that we’ll be able to use it again when it’s time to transition to a toddler bed!

few things to note: if you have a lower bed frame like ours, the rail won’t fold all the way down. it doesn’t bother us, but it’s something to be aware of before purchasing!

also, we only have one rail installed because my son consistently sleeps on the same side of the bed

and before anyone says it… yes, it kind of makes our bed look like a hospital bed 😅 but safety comes first, and the extra peace of mind is 100% worth it

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this movable tv stand might be one of the smartest things we added to our home!

whether we’re watching something in the living room, following a workout in the bedroom, or pulling up recipes in the kitchen.. this goes everywhere. and especially in a smaller home, i love anything that makes a space feel more flexible without adding clutter!

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Tbh, I was hesitant to spend the $ on this oven bc I wasn’t sure I’d love it or use it that much. But since purchasing it, we’ve used it every single day

it air fries, bakes, roasts, toasts, broils, and reheats… AND it’s nontoxic! It’s perfect for quick meals, reheating leftovers, cooking without heating up the whole kitchen, and tbh just making life easier

also… it’s finally on sale!

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Sharing the H&M Home Memorial Day sale items that are in my basket!

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after we set up this gate at the bottom of our stairs, I realized it wouldn’t be very easy to take down since it’s drilled in. and every time I take photos of this part of our home, the gate will be seen in the background

At first, i was a little worried. Then I asked myself.. why would I need to worry about something like this? this is just the season of life we’re in right now- safety gates everywhere. and I don’t need to hide it

And tbh, I love this season more than I care about having a “perfect” picture. sooo here’s a moment for my baby gates + shady lady tree ✨

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I wanted the olive tree look without worrying about watering it, leaves falling everywhere, or trying to keep another plant alive 😅

I added this faux shady lady tree to this faux limestone planter (FBMP find) and it honestly made the whole space feel warmer and more finished. One of those little changes that somehow makes a big difference 🤍

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I never used to make my bed. Tbh, I hated it.

But lately, I’ve realized that slowing down, making the bed before getting the day started, tidying corners here and there, and caring for our home in small ways has changed how it feels more than anything else ever has

My home isn’t big, perfect, or always clean .. but it’s taken such good care of me. And caring for it back in these small, everyday ways has completely changed how I feel inside it

Sometimes the smallest routines really do matter the most!

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My go-to homemade goldfish setup!!

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this movable tv stand has honestly made our home so much more flexible. we move it from room to room, rearrange things constantly, and never have to commit to one layout. one of those simple things that ended up making everyday life easier

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a moment for my new living room curtains that perfectly kiss the floor ✨

Curtain details:

* color: ivory white
* header style: triple tailor pleat
* panel width: 105”
* panel length: 103” (perfect floor-length for our home)
* liner: privacy shading
* trim border: none

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Sharing my go-to nontoxic muffin setup!

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as a mama, I need to use my time wisely, and this laundry basket just makes life easier

we have a really small closet, so instead of juggling 2 or 3 baskets, we made one system for all of us and it just works

how we separate everything
• dark clothes
• light clothes
• my son’s dark clothes
• my son’s light clothes

everything stays separated as we go, so by wash day it’s basically done

one of those small changes that makes a big difference

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Sharing the acrylic calendar I have in my bedroom! We’ve had this for about 3 years now and have loved it. It’s a bit pricey but imo it’s so worth the splurge to keep a part of my life organized.

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a few looks of our new two-tiered washer/dryer countertop 🤍

Other details:
- liquid detergent is @rootandsplendor (our favorite nontoxic detergent)
- paper mache bowl is a FBMP find
- glass amber vase is from @homegoods
- the countertop doesn’t shake when our washer/dryer is on
- our front load washers came with our home when we purchased it & of course we weren’t gonna turn them down (for everyone who says they’re trash 🙂)

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I didn’t want to spend a ton on barstools, so I took a chance on these from amazon and they ended up pulling everything together way more than I expected! I love that they’re:

• affordable
• simple but still look good
• fit the space & add some warmth
• actually comfortable & sturdy

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I didn’t want to spend a ton on barstools, so I took a chance on these from amazon and they ended up pulling everything together way more than I expected! I love that they’re:

• affordable
• simple but still look good
• fit the space & add some warmth
• actually comfortable & sturdy

it’s such a small change but it made this whole area feel warmer and a bit more put together

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i finally fixed something that’s been bothering me in our living room for way too long… my curtains were too long and constantly dragging 😩

i always thought longer = better but nope. they were collecting dust, getting dirty, and making the whole space feel off

switched to the right length (just touching the floor) and it instantly made everything feel cleaner, taller, and actually finished

it’s such a small change but it made a huge difference in how the room feels day to day

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details:

* color: ivory white
* header style: triple tailor pleat
* panel width: 105”
* panel length: 103” (perfect floor-length for our home)
* liner: privacy shading 60–80%
* trim border: none

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finally found baby gates that check every box
safe, sturdy, no bottom bar, and they actually look good in our home

after way too much research… these were the ones

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small living room? same here! and honestly.. i’ve started to prefer it (+ they’re cozier anyway)

1. fewer pieces, bigger ones that actually make sense (like our rug, sofa, and coffee table)
2. left space open instead of filling every corner of the room
3. focused on how the room feels, not just how it looks

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