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We're a couple living a down-to-earth lifestyle at home. Half Half Home shares all the ways we live true to our values, through home improvement, raising a family, professional experiences and more.

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Lifestyle Sneaker Ideas for Cool Millennial Moms (My Picks)

What are some good sneaker ideas for everyday wear when you’re a busy mom? I picked my favorite comfy styles for lifestyle shoes that’ll be comfy and cute.
SlumberCalm 2-in-1 Sound Machine & Portable White Noise Machine (Review)

SlumerPod came out with a set of sound machines for little ones, and we tried the SlumberCalm sound machine for home, as well as the portable sound machine for travel. Do we recommend them?
Kindred Bravely Maternity Review: I Tried the Most Popular Products

For new maternity clothes and loungewear, I tried out Kindred Bravely’s products, including one of the best-selling nursing and pumping bras. How did everything go? Read this review before you shop.
Munchkin Duck Travel Baby Bathtub Review: Read This before Buying

We got the Munchkin Baby Duck Tub because it’s a highly-rated travel bathtub. In our review, see our real experience using it and what we’d honestly recommend about it.
How to Score a Ton of Your Baby’s Stuff for Free (A Mom’s Tips)

Would you believe me if I said I got a ton of baby stuff for free? In this list of how I did it, you’re welcome to use my tips and experiences to get baby products for free for your child.
Is Quince Good for Petites? What I Tried (Petite-Friendly Clothes)

As a petite woman, I wanted to wear Quince’s stylish clothes. Here’s what I tried, along with what fit, what didn’t and the products I suggest for petite-friendly ideas.
Quince Men’s Button Down Shirts Review: As Good as it Looks Online?

I tried Quince’s button down shirts for men to see if they were as great as the rumors say they are. Did Quince’s men styles work out for me? Read into this thorough review.
How to Hide Your Baby Bump as Long as Possible (With Example Photos)

I hid my baby bump longer than I ever thought I would, with a few style tips I came up with on my own! In this list of hacks, disguise your pregnancy belly for longer.
Quince Cotton Bath Towel Set Review: Why I’m Glad I Got Them

I wanted new bath towels that weren’t too bulky, and were stylish but an affordable price. I got the Quince Turkish Cotton Bath Towels to see if they were as quick-dry as they claimed.
How to Avoid Buying Maternity Clothes (15 Ways to save Money)

Ready to see how I wore “non-maternity” clothes during my pregnancy? With this list of tips, learn all the ways I saved money and avoided buying a maternity wardrobe.
12 Things to Get Done in Your First Trimester of Pregnancy (To-Do List)

To see what I did during my first trimester, head to this list of actionable tip and essential things to do, in order to stay healthy, enjoy your pregnancy and feel great.
Wild Rye Apparel Review: What to Know about the Women’s Outdoors Brand

I tried Wild Rye to check out this women’s bike apparel brand. In this review, see which styles I liked (I tried size XS and 0), and see my thoughts on the brand before you shop.
14 Smart Things to Do When You Find Out You’re Pregnant

While there’s a few things you’re “supposed” to do when you find out you’re pregnant, there’s a lot of smart things to do right away. In this list, see what I recommend and what I did.
11 Ways to Know If You’re Ready for a Second Child (Signs to Know)

We knew we were ready for a second child! With these ways to know if you’re ready for another baby, consider the signs that you’re both on board, or if you need to wait.
How We’re Raising a Screen-free Toddler (What to Do Instead of Screen Time)

We’re passionate about a screen-free lifestyle for our child. Here are my ideas for achieving “no screen time,” and the things we do instead of consuming media on screens at home.
How to Sell on Poshmark Like a Pro (insider Tips from 5 Years of Success)

After trial and error, I learned how to stand out and make sales on Poshmark. Here are my secrets to success, as well as what NOT to do when you first start selling on the site.
9 Great Benefits of Having a Baby in an Apartment (Why We Loved It)

After living in an apartment with a baby, I counted the benefits and perks for my parent lifestyle. In this list, see some of the big advantages to apartment living with a baby.
The Most Helpful Baby Items I Put on My Baby Registry (Don’t Leave These Out!)

I pinned down the most helpful products for my perfect baby registry. Here’s a list of my top picks for must-haves, and the reasons why they are perfect for first-time moms (or dads).
16 Ways to Survive Winter as a New Mom with a Newborn (What I Did)

Surviving winter with a new baby is far from easy, and I want to help you, as a new mom or new parent, get through winter with a newborn—not just get your newborn safely through cold months. Try my tips.
25 Thoughtful Questions to Discuss with Your Partner before a Baby Arrives

Have a few hard conversations with your partner before your baby comes, to make sure you’re on the same page about big “life” topics and sort out differences as your family grows.

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