Mama Mia! How to Thrift for Mom Life
Hi friends! Long time no talk- to sum up the last several weeks….
We had a baby! (5 weeks early) And we are adjusting to the parent life. It sure is wonderful, tiring, and a blessing.
This is our little Abner Dale Jones
We are pretty obsessed with him 🙂 He helped me blog this post 😉
Anyways! Now that I’ve entered the mom life, thrifting definitely took a seat on the back burner, but I managed to make my way into Goodwill last week to try and find a few things. So here are my tips for thrifting as a mom with a tight schedule!
- Give yourself a time limit. I gave myself 15 minutes.
- Choose 2-3 sections you want to shop in. I was looking for some nursing friendly and flowy tops for fall/winter. I also wanted to take a gander in the housewares department because I feel like I never give it a fair chance. That meant 5 minutes each for the sweaters, dresses, and wares sections.
- Learn to skim. It’s like learning to do all the things with one hand (you learn pretty quick with a baby!) I was looking for TEXTURE. I didn’t have specific things in mind- but I knew I would KNOW if it was something I wanted when I saw it. I also knew I wanted a few things that would go with the boots I already had in my closet.
I found some great things in just 15 minutes guys!
The “shacket” trend is huge right now so when I saw this acid washed denim piece with snap buttons I knew it would be perfect for layering and for nursing! I think my 2006 self would be super proud of my layering skills 🙂
I also found this great cabi brand sweater dress. The cowl neck and a-line shape is perfect for wearing around the house and still makes me feel put together, but I can wear it out too! I love the versatility (and the fact that is hides spit up!)
I also found this great poncho that doubles as a dress by wearing is backwards! How cool is that? And finally, I grabbed this fun floral abercrombie & fitch dress that can be layered with a halftee and truly worn year round!
I even found this cute little crate for $2.50 ~ my grandma always says women love things to put things in… this describes my life to a tee…
How do my fellow moms fit thrifting into their schedule? I’d love your tips!
XOXO ~ Taylor
When our babies were newborns, I could put them in the Ergobaby Carrier, they would sleep while I snagged 20 or so minutes to browse. Sometimes I would chance unstrapping them to lay on their carrier while I tried things on (a stroller would probably be better, but I preferred wearing them while out and about).
I love the start of “mom wear”…I’ve been waiting for your take on modest options during the breastfeeding phase. Always enjoy your insights!
I can’t wait to be able to take Abner with me! My mom was kind enough to watch him while I ran some errands. Thank you so much for your support!
I’m glad you put Abner to work as your “helper.” Who wouldn’t love that. You look so cute, just don’t think they are for me—what about it? The items you chose to put together are just so cute. Love them, and love you. Mimi
Thank you, Mimi!
Your little man is so cute!! I love how tiny he looks against that laptop, sitting up on the couch 🙂
Thanks, Elizabeth!