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MOMS I HEART: MEREDITH PAGE + LIZ LIVINGSTON

MusingsLauren Phelps

I am proud to bring you a new edition of MOMS I HEART: highlighting the inspiring moms in my life.

For this edition, I am joined by Meredith Page and Liz Livingston: founders of Page House Studio.

Page House Studio is a mom-owned interior styling brand based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded by longtime friends and creative collaborators Meredith Page and Liz Livingston. With roots in interior design and a shared love for thoughtful, functional beauty, the duo launched the studio in 2023 to simplify home decorating for modern women. Their signature product bundles - featuring design-forward vessels, pedestals, pillows, and more make it easy to transform a space with minimal effort and maximum impact.

More than just home decor, Page House Studio is about creating intentional, lived-in spaces that reflect real life. Meredith and Liz understand the juggle of motherhood, work, and daily life, and their collections are designed to meet women where they are, offering style that’s edited, essential, and effortless. With every set, they help customers bring polish and personality into their homes without the stress of starting from scratch.

I love Page House Studio because they make elevated, everyday design feel beautifully doable. Read along to hear Meredith and Liz’s motherhood wisdom and shop my Page House favorites.

MOMS I HEART

MEREDITH PAGE + LIZ LIVINGSTON

FOUNDERS OF PAGE HOUSE STUDIO

WHO OR WHAT MADE YOU A MOM?

Callaway, a little over 4 years ago. The most surreal day of my life. And then a little less than 13 months later, my boy, Sawyer. They are often confused as twins and so completely obsessed with one another that they also feel that way to me. I don’t know where one ends and the other begins! Their intrinsic connection get deeper as they grow has been the most sacred gift of motherhood. – Meredith

Elinor made me a mom in March of 2020. While those early days were challenging, becoming a parent in the middle of a global shutdown gave me the rare gift of uninterrupted time with her. We were holed up together in our little cocoon, and I got to soak in every moment in a way I likely wouldn’t have if the world had been moving at full speed. - Liz

A RECENT BIG LITTLE MOMENT…

Callaway has been in dance camp this summer and taken on a whole new personality when she begins to move. Her entire energy shifts as she embraces this new freedom taking over her body. It reminds me of the stories my family tell about me when I was her age and putting on “shows” when the right song came on. I want her big confident, bold expression imprinted in my mind forever! – Meredith

Just recently, both of my girls competed in a lead line class at the Tryon International Horse Show. They proudly walked around the big jumper ring in their tiny show gear, clutching rainbow-colored ribbons and a stuffed animal prize. It was such a full-circle moment—having ridden and competed all my life, seeing them in that same space brought me to tears. It was quiet and sweet and deeply meaningful all at once. - Liz

DAILY RITUAL?

If I’m being honest, I don’t really have a daily ritual right now—we’re in the thick of it with a five-year-old and a two-year-old. My husband travels back to LA every month, and I’m also building a business I’m incredibly proud of. “Me time” doesn’t really exist in this season. But the one small, savory moment I can count on every morning? That first sip of coffee. It’s brief, but it’s mine. - Liz

THE ADVICE YOU DIDN’T TAKE

Unfortunately, I took all the advice. I crammed my brain with everything I could learn about sleep training, solids, gentle parenting—you name it. And while knowledge can be empowering, sometimes it clouds your own inner compass. Looking back, I wish I hadn’t rushed so many milestones with Elinor. I wish I’d let her keep her paci longer—she loved it, we all slept better, and she’s probably going to need braces anyway (we both did!). I wish I hadn’t pushed potty training or moved her to a big girl bed so early just because she “seemed ready.” She wasn’t climbing out, she was happy, and we were all okay. I wish I had trusted that things would unfold when they needed to. - Liz

THE ADVICE YOU NOW GIVE

I feel really keen on letting my kids understand who I really am. I love bringing them down to our studio and letting them touch all the materials we work with everyday and talking to them about creative life. Not in a performative way, but as a means for us to bond by sharing a side of me that they may not ordinarily be able to observe. I want them to have early memories of being my sidekick and feeling like I was vulnerable and open with all the things that make me feel alive. I think that’s something I really like to encourage. Boundaries are important, but also being someone to them other than provider of chicken nuggets and bedtime stories feels meaningful in hoping they return the same respect when they have the own identities cultivating. - Meredith

YOUR WISH FOR EVERY MOM

To feel it so deeply you can’t see beyond your space with them. Given all the noise in today’s society, I feel so convicted in remembering what it was like when I was a child and there was no social media or means to have insight into others’ homes. More and more, I try to be intentional with shutting out the world, even for a few minutes, to be as present as possible in hearing the innocence of my kids’ questions and silly thoughts running through their heads. To take time to give such reverence to how unbelievably special and unique this role is my wish for every mom! - Meredith

 

MY PAGE HOUSE FAVORITES

I love to have a handful of trusted sources I can go to that I know are going to have chic, unique items to elevate my home that I won't see everywhere else. Page House is at the top of my list. The selections are perfectly curated to create a space that feels both sophisticated and approachable. Shop my favorites here.

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MOMS I HEART: ELANA DEGNBOL

MusingsLauren Phelps

I am proud to bring you a new edition of MOMS I HEART: highlighting the inspiring moms in my life.

For this edition, I am joined by Elana Degnbol: founder of Gooselings. The Scandinavian-inspired luxury nursery and children's bedding brand was founded 2018, and specializes in creating a sense of calm and comfort for both parents and children during the often overwhelming journey of parenthood. Inspired by the Danish concept of "hygge," which embodies coziness and contentment, Gooselings aims to bring warmth and serenity into family life through its products.

Gooselings' product line includes high-quality bedding items such as duvets, blankets, sheets, and pillows, all crafted from premium materials to ensure durability and comfort. The designs are timeless, aiming to serve as heirloom pieces that can be cherished and passed down through generations.

Beyond products, Gooselings fosters a community centered around shared experiences of parenthood, offering a lifestyle that values simplicity, warmth, and meaningful connections. The brand's mission is to provide not just physical comfort through its products, but also emotional support by resonating with the intimate moments of family life.

Read on to hear more from Elana and shop my Gooselings favorites.

MOMS I HEART

ELANA DEGNBOL

FOUNDER OF GOOSELINGS

WHO OR WHAT MADE YOU A MOM?

My daughter, Amalia. Pregnancy was nerve-wracking, and I’m very superstitious—so it didn’t feel real until she was placed on my chest. I exhaled, held her close, and knew in my bones: I was her mother, and life would never be the same.

A RECENT BIG LITTLE MOMENT…

As a mom of four, chaos is constant—but when one spots me from afar and beams the biggest smile, everything pauses. In that instant, I’m reminded I’m their safe place, their whole world—their number one.

DAILY RITUAL?

If I can steal five minutes, I love doing my skincare and makeup—it feels like me-time, even with chaos in the background. With an infant, even a short walk or stroller stroll feels like a reset. Fresh air works wonders.

THE ADVICE YOU DIDN’T TAKE

“Sleep when the baby sleeps.” I thought I could do it all—laundry, emails, cleaning—while the baby napped. But I’ve learned that rest is its own kind of strength.

THE ADVICE YOU NOW GIVE

Listen to your gut—every child is different, and so is every mother. You already have what it takes. Don’t let the noise, unsolicited advice, or imposter syndrome drown that out. Trust yourself!

YOUR WISH FOR EVERY MOM

That every mom feel hopeful for their child’s future. May we raise a generation of people who have a say in their own bright destinies.

 

MY GOOSELINGS FAVORITES

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