This Mom Is Raising 12 Children After Her Sister Died
3 min read
When it comes to getting a good night’s sleep, there are many factors that, as a mama, are hard to control. Who’s going to wet the bed at 3 am, how many times a small person is going to need a sip of water, or the volume of your partner’s snoring are total wildcards.
One thing you can control? Tricking out your bed to make it as downright cozy as possible. (And in these times, is there anywhere you want to be than your bed like 75% of the time?)
I’ve always been a down comforter sort of girl, but after a week of testing the ridiculously plush and aptly named Snug Comforter from Sunday Citizen, a brand that’s run by “curators of soft, seekers of chill” who “believe in comfort over everything,” it’s safe to say I’ve been converted.
Honestly, it’s no wonder. Originally designed as a better blanket for luxury hotels and engineered with textile experts to create this uniquely soft fabric, it has made my bed into the vacation I so desperately want these days.
The comforter is made up of two layers. On one side is their signature knit “snug” fabric which out-cozies even my most beloved (bought on sale) cashmere sweater. The other, a soft quilted microfiber. Together, it creates a weighty blanket that’s as soothing to be under as it is to flop face-first into at the end of an exhausting day. Or at lunch. No judgement.
Miraculously, given the weight and construction, it stays totally breathable and hasn’t left me feeling overheated even on these warm summer nights with just a fan in the window.
Beyond being the absolute most comfortable comforter I’ve found, it’s also answered my minimalist bed making desires. Whether you opt to use it knit or quilted side up, it cleanly pulls the room together and doesn’t wrinkle or look unkempt even if you steal a quick nap on top of it.
Also worth noting, while all that sounds super luxe and totally indulgent, the best part is, it’s equally durable. It’s made to be easily machine washed and come out the other side as radically soft as ever, forever, which totally helps take the sting out of the price tag.
My only complaint? I’ve slept through my alarm twice.
Here is my top pick from Sunday Citizen, along with the super-soft goods I’m coveting for future purchases.
Braided Pom Pom Throw
Because this degree of coziness needs portability, I’m totally putting the throw version on my list. It’s washable, which is a must-have given my shedding dog and two spill-prone kiddos who are bound to fight over it during family movie night.
Crystal infused sleep mask
Promoting sleep by creating total darkness and relaxation, I’ve bookmarked as my go-to gift for fellow mamas.
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