Must-Haves for Surviving Lockdown
We’re well into week FOUR of lockdown and we’re honestly not quite sure how we’re surviving, but we think it’s because of all of you (thank you!) and because we’re relying heavily on a few key items to get us through. Check out our list of “must-haves” for staying somewhat sane during self-isolation and let us know what you couldn’t live without right now!
Coffee Maker - we can't hit up Starbucks every morning, so we’ve had to learn how to make our own coffee 🤣
Our Mom Truths Book - y’all have said it’s your lifeline throughout all of this. If you need a pick-me-up or a laugh, this book will make you feel good about the craziness that we’re all living in right now.
Locks & Mane Headband - we’ve been rockin’ our fave "hide your dirty hair headband" on the daily because there is literally no need to wash our hair every day but we still want to look good 💁🏼
Apple Watch - it’s like a personal assistant that’s attached to our body lol. We use it to monitor our movement (or lack thereof 😬) and it makes receiving/responding to texts and emails from home super easy and efficient.
Our Mom Truths Game - we may be physical distancing but that shouldn’t stop anyone from having a party! Gather your girls together for a virtual game night, pour yourself a glass of wine and HAVE FUN 🎉
Electric Griddle - we can no longer order in or go out to eat, which means we’re forced to cook every. single. meal and feed all these people on the daily 🤯 This electric griddle with removable handles is everything.
Face Razors - just because we’re not seeing anyone in person anymore, doesn’t mean we shouldn’t tame the beast when necessary. We owe it to ourselves.
Wine Fridge - we can’t leave the house, so we’ve had to stock up on essentials, like wine… And now it’s gotten to the point where it deserves its own fridge 🍷
TruLOCAL Meat Subscription - since we’re avoiding grocery stores, now is the perfect time to have a TruLOCAL subscription! We’re getting all our favourite meats delivered right to our door. Take advantage of our promo code CATANDNAT25 and you’ll get $25 off the regular box or a free pack of bacon with the small box 🥓
iPad Mini - this is an essential tool for the kids' learning over the next couple months. And not going to lie, it buys us some “me-time” when they’re using it because it’s like the only time they aren’t attached to us….
Rose Quartz Roller - life has gotten even more stressful over the past month, so it’s important that we practice self-care and do little things each day to help us de-stress.
AirPods - these babies are crucial for taking business calls from home and for listening to music and podcasts while working out…or to put in when we want to block out the kids 🤪
Face Mask - Nat (and TJ’s) favourite pastime is applying (and removing) this face mask !! Just apply and then lay back and relax while your kid peels it off you. You’re basically getting a free facial 😏
White Terry Sheets - the days are exhausting and seem to last FOREVER but when they finally do end, we deserve a good night's sleep in the world’s comfiest sheets 😴 Use our code CATANDNAT10 for 10% off your order.
Self-Tanning Lotion - since we can’t have TANZON in our lives at the moment and we’re not getting outside as much, this moisturizer is the only way we can get some colour and avoid looking like a ghost 👻
Tripod/Selfie Stick - we’ve been using these forever, but if you don’t have one yet now’s the time to get one!! It will come in handy for all the video calls you’re doing with work or with friends and family. Your arm will thank you!
Tanning Mist - if you’d prefer to mist yourself rather than rub tanning lotion all over your body, this is the perfect alternative to the moisturizer. It’s even easier to apply and will leave you with a golden glow ✨
Outdoor Fire Pit - we talked about this the other day on Facebook Live! If you can’t afford a pool, get yourself a fire pit so you don't look crazy sitting outside and staring at your fence for the next month and a half 🤣
Alarm Clock - we’re kinda past this stage but we think this alarm clock could help a lot of you so we added it to our list! It’s a clock that lets your kid know when it’s OK to get out of bed (so like not at the crack of dawn). The days at home with little ones are already soooo long, so hopefully this buys you some extra time in the morning 🤞🏼