The holidays have passed, and 2026 is... you know, whatever 2026 is. But that doesn't mean we've moved past every last vestige of Christmas. In fact, Scary Mommy editors are still yapping about the stuff we got in December that has enhanced our lives in some way. This roundup is devoted to them: our favorite Christmas gifts. These are things Scary Mommy editors actually received, and would 100% re-buy for ourselves.
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Not taking care of your feet. I have regularly seen older patients come into the hospital with very long toenails and nail fungus that HAS to be a 20-year (at least) case. I know the older folks are often on a fixed income, but Medicare pays for a podiatrist to do nail trims. This is not a luxury. If you can't reach your feet, see a podiatrist regularly. There are treatments that work. As we age, often the blood vessels in our legs aren't optimal, so it's important to address issues early. Ingrown toenails and fungus can present - or indicate - other problems.