Mother's Day Gift Guide 2016 -- Beauty and Bath

If your mom is anything like ours, she probably loves bath and beauty products, but won't splurge on them for herself. 

For this gift guide we are teaming up with Beauty Kind, a fabulous online beauty retailer that gives back 5% of the purchase price to the charity of the buyer's choice. How cool is that? :)

We love the fact that the charities range from larger charities, such as the United Way and the American Red Cross, to local charitable organizations like the San Antonio Zoo (for Meg) and the Bay Area Food Bank (for Kir). Plus, if you don't see a specific organization, you can request that your favorite cause be added to the list!

Here are some of our favorite products from Beauty Kind that will surely put a smile on Mom's face!

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We want to make shopping for Mom super easy this year, so Beauty Kind has offered Small Town Sisters readers a $50 gift code that can be used on purchases of $75 or more (plus, shipping is free!) That's $50 off your purchase of $75 or more! How great is that!?!

Use gift code "SISTERS" to receive your $50 gift code!

This mother's day, give Mom the gift of beauty and the knowledge that her gift is doing something good in return!

XOXO

Meg & Kir

PS: This post was sponsored by Beauty Kind! If you use the gift code, we will receive a small commission. As always, thank you for supporting the retailers that make this little blog possible!

Beauty Tips and Products: New Mom Must Haves

I am going into my second month of being a "mom" and I love it. Although getting myself out of bed, getting dressed and brushing my teeth is an everyday struggle, I have learned the power of a list. Before I go on a rant about how amazing and life changing making a list can be for oneself, I want to dedicate this post to my favorite, quick beauty products and tips for new moms. 

Lansinoh Disposable Breast Pads
I had no idea how many breast pads I would go through the first month. I realize that every mom is different but these were a huge life saver for me (and my clothes, and sheets, and anything else I could possible "lactate on")

Traditional Medicinals Organic Mothers Milk Herbal Tea
Once I got pregnant last year I made the switch to tea and haven't switched back. I have always loved tea since I was a little girl, and with this tea I can now make sure my little girl is getting all the milk she can handle. I like this tea made with half water and milk and about 1/2 TB of sugar. 

Gilligan & O'Malley Henley Nursing Cami
This is one of the most comfortable and convenient tanks that I have every worn. Plus, it is very reasonably priced and it has the easy hook on the straps to nurse without any fussing. 
*TIP: When pregnant keep an eye out for nursing camis and shirts that go on sale (although it would be nice to buy some nursing bras in advanced as well, you won't have any idea how big your Ta Ta's may get)

Olay Classic Moisturizing Lotion
Although I don't put makeup on everyday (especially when I don't plan on leaving the house) this face lotion helps me feel awake and put together. It is super lightweight, doesn't make my face feel oily or smelly (which is a plus, don't ya think)! 
*TIP: After I apply the OLAY LOTION, I like to add a little mascara for a simple look. 



What are your beauty products or tips for new moms!

-Kir