December carries its own brand of the invisible load - planning, ordering and tracking family gifts, school performances, teacher gifts, travel planning, grocery lists, fun social events, coordinating extended family, and keeping the magic alive for your kids. It’s usually all (or mostly) great... but it's also a lot. And so many parents (yes, I know it's mostly mothers, but I want to give credit to the dads out there carrying the load too) feel like they’re “failing” when re

It’s here! The 2025 Breathing Room Home Holiday Gift Guide is live, and I’m so excited to share it with you. This year’s guide is filled with thoughtful finds from mostly female-owned businesses that are near and dear to my heart.

There’s something about packing for New York that makes me want to simplify. I know I’ll be walking everywhere, layering for the weather, and wanting to feel put-together without overthinking it. I pulled out my small rolling suitcase and created a mini “wardrobe rack” at home to plan it all visually before packing. Seeing everything together helped me spot easy mix-and-match combos: It's so helpfully to physically put together different outfit – to see how many outfits you c

(All photos link to the items seen) When I first moved into my home, I was excited about the spacious areas that promised endless possibilities (while we were still in a single story farm house, we have about 1,000 sq feet to work with). However, one room left me feeling overwhelmed – It was a large space behind the living room couch that seemed to lack direction. I had envisioned a calm area for reading and writing, but instead, it felt like a blank canvas I didn't know how

We've had Ozzy for over 2 years now. Many of my friends, even my husband, still can't believe I (neat freak) got a super-shedder golden retriever. I get asked a lot how I deal with all the fur. Honest answer – we have light floors and it blends in. Besides that, here are my favorite dog accessories and tools that keep me sane and Ozzy happy. Slow-Eat Food Bowl Insert Food & Water Bowls Dog Food Mat Heather Taylor Home Dog Bed Foggy Doggy Dog Collar Dog Wash + Conditioner + Wi

Each week, the questions I get asked the most often are always about the paints, stains, and floors in my home. Below you'll find the...

Mother's Day gifts she'll love and use... The Greatest Mom Tee Mama Keychain and Hair Clip Hearth Display Mindful Journal Freda Salvador...

Stocking Stuffers Sugar Paper x Breathing Room 2025 Planner Ilia Lip Wrap Overnight Treatment Molly J Gummies   For the Hostess Branche...

While my makeup selection is minimal (tinted moisturizer + mascara), I can't claim to be a minimalist when it comes to skincare. And I'm...

"Sweater Weather"... it's just the best. The SNL skit (I love you, Maya Rudolph) and actual weather that requires sweaters. I think we're al

Oh, so this is what "fall" is all about... Vibrant red leaves, fog-capped mountains, true apple picking, and the faint smell of smokey...

Oh how I love fall. And I love a solid fall list even more. Here are my current favorites... For your wardrobe: denim, stripe top, velvet...

It's been a while since I've written an actual blog post. Life with 3 kids, work, and most recently, aging parents. With any extra time,...

The simple formula: socks you love + outfit you love + shoes you love = don't overthink it, we're all just excited to cover our ankles...

** None of these items are affiliate linked. I get no commission – I just simply love these items, the brands and the humans running...

I'm so excited that the newest members of the Breathing Room x Sugar Paper collection include personalized holiday cards and custom...

It was my honest attempt to come out with The List each month... but then I went and got a puppy (of and those 3 kids and a full client...

Here's a few of my favorite things for July... Freda Salvador Keen Mules Even when it's hot outside, there's just times you don't want to...

Here's a few of my favorite things for May... White Wide Leg Denim Let's just say... they're even worth the risk of wearing them around...

Here's a few of my favorite things for April... Typology Floral Cardigans Moussy Denim Freda Sandals Project Pad Outdoor Voices Jacket...