holiday gift guide: 10 perfect gifts to give moms for every budget

moms everywhere will rejoice when they receive any one of the gifts we have sourced for you. we've got you covered for every price range and type of mama....now, what are you waiting for? get shopping!

samsung x300

it is truly incredible what amazing photos you are capable of taking with such a compact camera. samsung has made a dream of a camera that truly lets you take your photos and video to a whole new level. i personally love the built-in wi-fi, that makes it so easy to get the shots you want and share them with all your friends. you can even connect wirelessly to your smartphone and share via your favorite social media channels. if i could find a samsung under my tree every year i would be one happy mama.

ovation cell therapy gift set
i, like many women, have struggled with thin, fine hair my entire life. since using ovation i have noticed a major difference in my hair and it truly is getting thicker and stronger. the ovation gift set is only available for a limited time (and sells out quickly) because it is such a fantastic deal for the amount of product you receive. packaged in a beautiful gift box, you receive over $150 of products for just under $60, including the new intensive hair repair mask that is heavenly and smells amazing. hurry and grab this limited gift offer for the mama in your life.

shark rotator powered lift away

okay...i know that this might not seem like the obvious choice, but i honestly don't know a mama that doesn't want a kick booty vacuum that gets her work done easier and faster. the brand new shark vacuum is amazing. it is so light weight and because you can simply and easily detach and "lift away" the main canister, it goes where vacuums i have previously envied can't reach, like under couches and other tight spaces. with kiddos with allergies, i love their anti-allergy technology that locks in 99.9% of all dust and allergens and keeps them out of the air we breathe. it really is like having three vacuums in one with all of the options. i am in love with this vacuum and know so many mamas out there would be thrilled to find it under the tree this season. 

  lay-n-go cosmo cosmetic bag

i am a product junkie and for some reason when i travel, i bring even more with me. this cosmetics bag is so dreamy. i can stuff it full of all sorts of goodies and then it lays out easily flat so i can see each and every treasure. i love it for travel or just everyday use. perfection. 

  breville compact juice fountain juice extractor

for the healthy mama in your life, give her the gift of juicing. you can purchase cleanse after cleanse and there are many amazing fresh-pressed juices available at the grocery store, but why not make your own? juicing is surprisingly easy, affordable and delicious. i know a ton of mamas that would love to see this beauty on christmas morning. 

  the pioneer woman cooks: a year of holidays

ree drummond is a cooking goddess and her recipes are delicious and easy to follow. cookbooks are a wonderful addition to the library of any chef in your life and this one is sure to be the star of the collection.

  bose soundlink bluetooth speaker III

music keeps me sane while cleaning the house, cooking meals or just trying to de-stress from a busy day. nobody does speakers like bose and to find such quality in such a small package makes for ease of use and storage/display. i love that it has bluetooth and connect to my cell phone music library where my most current downloads are. i think the whole family will benefit from this present. 

archipelago botanicals signature soy wax candle

a beautiful candle is a essential addition to every room of the house. the variety of amazing scents that archipelago botanicals carries make this the best gift for even the most difficult person to shop for. 

cozy chic travel shawl

this shawl is a wonderful travel companion or for everyday use. it is softer than a cloud and is the ideal wearable companion for cold mornings and carpool.

personalized canvas pouch

i can never have enough make-up bags. i love that this one can be personalized with such a cute fabric applique letter.....personalized gifts are extra-special in my book. 

disclaimer: although we received some products for free, many are purchased on our own dime and *all* are products that we love and the opinions are all our own. also, from time to time we do use affiliate links in our posts.

holiday gift guide: stocking stuffers and gifts for moms

moms can sometimes feel like the hardest people to shop for. here are a few of our favorite things this season to inspire you and help to make this the happiest of holidays for you and the mama in your life. enjoy! 

book phone charger
i love etsy. it's an amazing online marketplace filled with wonderful creations....my biggest problem is not buying something everything i start to browse. i stumbled across rich neeley's store quite some time ago and fell in love. rich creates these wonderful book phone chargers that are adapted to your model of phone---he even makes versions to accommodate your ipad. there are countless titles available--there is sure to be one that is the perfect fit for you. just imagine how cute this looks on your nightstand?! stylish + functional = perfection.

clarisonic 'mia'
the clarisonic mia has changed my skin for the better. it's easy to use, charge and is waterproof so i can keep it in the shower to use. my skin has never felt cleaner and been more clear.....what mom doesn't want that?

hayden reis -- beach bag
hayden reis and the lovely ladies from palm beach lately have teamed up to bring you an exclusive limited addition sail cloth tote.  this bag is made of 100% dacron sail cloth, lined with 5 interior pockets, nautical sailing rope and mint stripe with leather club applique design. it is even available with a monogram *swoon*. genelle and i are huge fans of hayden reis--their products are functional and durable yet so fashionable. i own a couple but have had my eye on this one to add to my collection. this bag would make any mama on your christmas list happy. it is a must-have in my opinion!

leather leaf leather bracelet 
I have quite a few bracelets from leather leaf. i found them on etsy and love that they will custom engrave sayings, names or anything on a bracelet of your choice (many colors are available). they now have the ability to have custom handwriting onto a bracelet. hand write a short message or signature and have it laser engraved into a leather braided bracelet....or use the handwriting of a loved one that has passed or your child's writing. makes a great personalized gift, or a one-of-a-kind treat to yourself!

rebel pendant

i love getting jewelry as gifts. this piece from stella and dot has become a staple for me and I wear it all the time. i wear gold, but if you like, it also is available in silver. i love to throw on jeans and tee's and when i wear this necklace it makes me look much more stylish and put together than I deserve..... and what mom doesn't love that?! 

up by jawbone

up by jawbone is such a fun way to track steps, miles and workouts. i love that it syncs easily to its app by plugging it into my iphone and it holds a charge for days. up by jawbone even has a nifty alarm feature that gradually wakes me up (at a set time) by gently vibrating on my wrist so i (and everyone else in the house) are not awaken by a loud buzzer or music. i also love that it comes in so many colors--you are sure to find one that is the perfect color for someone special on your shopping list.

kindle paperwhite
a tablet is a must-have for the book lover in your life. i have used many, but the new kindle paperwhite is the best to date. it is compact, easy to use and holds more books than i could read in a year. heavenly. 

hydro flask insulated stainless steel coffee/tea/water bottle

my dear friend, darcy came to visit me a couple years ago in san diego and accidentally left her hydro flask in my car. she told me that i could keep it and thus started my love affair with the hydro flask. if i fill it with tea or coffee, it will stay warm all day and if i fill it with something cold and icy, it stays colds *with ice cubes still in it* hours later. every member of my family has one and i couldn't say enough about the product. the perfect stocking stuffer for moms and anyone else.

jo malone
jo malone's fragrances are so wonderfully refreshing and light. the sent does not overpower and is simply divine. the best part is that her fragrances are made to be layered so pick up the gift set and let your loved one custom make her own fragrance depending on the day and her mood. 

charm necklace
most moms i know *love* to have some sort of symbol of their kids and loved ones to display. i love the way that stella and dot allows you to customize with so many variations of styles and symbols to come up with a necklace that is as unique as you. what a thoughtful gift to find under the tree.

hanky panky underwear
moms are great at buying for everyone in their life except themselves. buying new, sexy underwear doesn't always rate high on the list. do your wife (and you) a favor and pick up this cute gift box of hanky panky underwear to stuff the stocking. hanky panky's are so comfortable, yet sexy and any woman would be thrilled with new underwear. 

tieks
have you ever wished you could walk in oprah's shoes? well, now you can. oprah is a huge fan of tieks and they are taking over the world of the ballet flat. said to feel like "walking on air" the tieks shoes are on my christmas list. i love that the already come wrapped in a cute box topped with a flower. a successful gift and no wrapping to do or pay extra for? what are you waiting for?

mac lipgloss
i don't wear a lot of make-up, but one thing i love to have in my bag to throw on and instantly feel a little better is lip gloss. this gift set makes a wonderful stocking stuffer and is something fun that i wouldn't buy for myself. 

simple silhouette pendant necklace
i found this lovely shop on etsy a while back and *love* their silhouette necklaces. the silhouettes are generic and not an exact match of your children, but I love mine that symbolize my little men and get so many complements on it whenever i wear it. 

a-z leather pouch
i am in love with this super cute initial tote and think it is the perfect gift for the gal in your life. it could be used as a clutch or even as a make-up bag....either way it is all sorts of adorable and i need it, in "h" of course ;-)

happy shopping! 

friday fun finds: simply right diapers

i used to be a diaper snob. with my first couple of kids, i somehow felt that i had to buy the most expensive diapers for their sweet little buns. i remember standing in stores like sam's club and staring at the diaper aisle. there were two options: one box of diapers that held the name brand version of disposable diapers and one box that held the less expensive brand of diapers. there were only two options so the price comparison was easy. still, i somehow always went with the more expensive option. surely, paying more money would mean that i was a smarter mom, right?

then i had a friend that looked at my diapers and said, "do you really think it's worth the extra money? you do realize they hold poop, right?" yeah...that changed things for me. why was i so concerned with buying the more expensive diapers? was it because i really believed those other diapers did a better job or was it merely because i was concerned with what people thought of me personally if i bought the more expensive brands? 

when it came down to it, i was worried about a few things. number 1: i wanted to take care of my sweet babies well. i was worried that the different diapers would not be as soft on their baby skin. number 2: i was tired of cleaning up newborn poopy explosions. who likes to do that, right? number 3: i was honestly concerned that people would judge me by the types of diapers i purchased. this one still makes me cringe as i take a frank look back at my former self. as a younger mother i was so worried that people were critiquing aspects of my parenting that it clouded my judgement. 

then, one day when money was really tight, (let's be honest...it usually is when you have as many kids as we do) i purchased a more inexpensive brand of diapers. the earth didn't shatter. people didn't look at me differently. the poop stayed in as well as it had with any other type of diaper. something else happened as well. there was a freedom that came from removing certain expectations on myself. why was i so bound up by appearances? these are the little disposable wonders that hold poop, for crying out loud! why was i thinking that paying more for them made me somehow better? freedom from worrying that you are messing things up is something that seems to plague mothers everywhere. letting go of one little piece of that unrealistic worry started an avalanche. i was saving money. my baby was happy. i was happy. things were good.

i have been using a package of SIMPLY RIGHT diapers and wipes from sam's club. the diapers have all of the elements that i like in a disposable diapers: the quality is excellent. they have elastic around the legs, elastic at the back of the diaper to keep "things" from climbing up the back, and good, extra stretchy side panels that were easily attached and unattached. my baby is one the move and these diapers have worked great as i've been chasing him all over, everywhere, all the time. 

the SIMPLY RIGHT wipes are just as helpful. they were thick and easy to use. i especially liked the packaging on the wipes better on this brand as the latch keeps little hands from leaving a huge pile of baby wipes on the floor when you walk out of the room. my kids don't have sensitive skin so allergies are not a problem but the wipes are hypoallergenic and fragrance free, just in case. they are soft and clean well. what more do i really need? the best part? these wipes are just as good (with a better latch and packaging) than other brands but cost less. why would i throw money away on more expensive products that are for wiping up poop?

i figured it out and when i stopped purchasing name brand diapers and wipes, i saved close to $400 a year. seriously. that's a lot of starbucks. most importantly, i'm a smarter mom than i was when i started. i can be more proud of myself for being frugal and still finding a great product than i ever was of myself for spending money unnecessarily. plus, i can reward my good shopping habits with a chai tea latte. now that is smart parenting! what about you? what products do you love that save you money and allow you to reward yourself in little ways during this parenting adventure?

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of SIMPLY RIGHT™ Baby Care Products.