Ah, kids. They come into this world in their birthday suits, and as parents, it’s our job to make sure they’re dressed. Sounds simple, right? Wrong! Shopping for kids’ clothing has become a maddening experience that leaves many of us wondering, “Why? Why? Why?” as we contemplate a life of nudity.
- Walking into a mall store feels like stepping into a tween pop music extravaganza. The bright signs! The sparkles! The mountains of clothes! The thumping music! Calm down, folks, we’re just here for some simple leggings!
- Who in their right mind would spend $100 on an outfit that will be outgrown in a matter of months? Seriously, I’m not a grandma trying to impress anyone.
- Why do all the t-shirts seem to be screaming at us in ALL CAPS? Yes, we understand that PIZZA IS YOUR JAM!!! (You’re 7, so we assumed you liked pizza already.) Do we really need shirts that yell?
- Why on earth is there a size 2T that requires dry cleaning? Two-year-olds exist to turn everything into a snack zone, and dry cleaning is for adults or no one at all!
- Why must we juggle a plethora of coupons, spending bucks, and promotional emails that delay our shopping? Clothes shopping for kids shouldn’t feel like we need a personal assistant.
- What’s with the overpowering perfume wafting through the store? And then the long lines to boot? All this does is make us cranky and nauseous, and the only cure is to indulge in a giant pretzel afterward!
- Why are all the “nice” clothes itchy and rigid? We’ve landed on the moon and created the Internet, yet dressing up for a family brunch feels like torture?
- Speaking of the Internet, why must we wade through 23 pages of shorts just to find the one pair we need? Now our minds are cluttered with too many options about shorts, which could have been used for other thoughts. Great.
- Why is everything for girls pink and sparkly? Girls have more interests than just pink! Not all girls are obsessed with glitter, and it’s about time we acknowledge that.
- Why can’t we find pajamas that don’t feature One Direction, Spongebob, or princess cats? (What’s even the link between cats, princesses, and sleep?)
- Why does it seem like the designers of kids’ clothing don’t actually have kids? We’re not aiming for runway looks; we just need to get them out the door!
But here’s some good news! You might just find relief in the kids’ clothing department thanks to a fantastic new mom-owned website called Primary.com. They offer a range of basic clothing for kids, all priced under $25, making the shopping experience far less stressful. Plus, if you enter the code HOMEINSEMINATION at checkout before May 31, you can enjoy free shipping for an entire year—no minimum required! And throughout May, they’re giving away a free t-shirt, tank, or babysuit with any $25 purchase (while supplies last, one per customer) using the code TEEPARTY at checkout.
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In summary, navigating kids’ clothing shopping can feel like an uphill battle, but with the right resources like Primary.com, you can simplify the process and save money.