Best Puffy Jackets for Kids 2025

A great way to help keep kids warm in the winter is a puffy jacket, filled with either a down or synthetic insulation, these jackets often give a very “puffy” appearance, hence the name. Puffy or puffer jackets come in all styles, shapes, and budgets. If you want to skip the info on insulation, click … Read more

Best Kids Snow Pants & Bibs of 2024

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One of the most common questions friends ask is “What snowpants should I buy?” Snowpants are such an important part of keeping kids dry and warm when they play outside in the cold and snow. Our team has rounded up (what we think) are some of the best kids snow pants. Snow pants and bibs all have … Read more

Best Winter Gear for Kids 2024

Every year I like to pull together a round-up of the gear we are using and our thoughts on it. If you live in a cold climate, quality winter gear for kids is essential to have for both safety and comfort reasons. This post will be updated throughout the winter of 2024-25 as we continue … Read more

The Best Snow Pants for Curvy Women

Woman at sunrise standing on the side of a mountain with a snowboard on her back wearing Burton bib snow pants.

At Tales of a Mountain Mama, we believe that the outdoors are for everyone. And we recognize, and celebrate, that outdoor mamas come in all shapes and sizes. But finding quality snowpants for curvy body types is really hard! If you’re a curvy mama looking for snowpants, this post is for you.

Best Winter Boots for Kids 2025

Best Winter Boots for Kids

Over the past 12 years we have had SO many kid boots come through this house. Some have been fantastic at keeping our kids’ warm during a cold winter and others have been ones we just didn’t keep around. Winter boots for kids’ feet are a big thing – they are sometimes the difference between … Read more

Best Outdoorsy Stocking Stuffers 2024

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Looking for some stocking stuffers for the outdoor-lovers in your life that won’t be just thrown away in a couple weeks? We’ve got you covered! Below you’ll find a list of great outdoor gear stocking stuffers for the whole family! From camping stocking stuffers to stocking stuffers for outdoorsman, there is something for everyone on this … Read more