Stuff that's Worth the Splurge | Frugal Fit Mom Podcast

This week, Christine and Dave sit down to discuss the items they personally believe are worth the splurge. From mattresses to dairy products, you’ll find out what expensive and high-end items the Frugal Fit Spouses agree (and disagree!) are worthy of their hard earned dollars.
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[@dbartz5510]

I was laughing so hard at the Walmart bike conversation. 16 years ago my husband decided to start mountain biking with a group of guys that had been biking for years. He went and bought a $120.00 Walmart mountain bike. They took him out to show him some tips for a city race in a week. He raced in his age group and won!! He was so proud, but the bike was literally trash after. He decided to race for a team and bought a new TREK that cost more than our cars, lol. The parts are so easily replaced. He still races and is 63!

[@asimplekindofchaos]

I have to say, the best thing I started doing was making Noosa yogurt at home! It has live cultures so you just use it as a starter for your own yogurt. Where I’m at, you can’t actually buy plain anymore so I just buy a single serving and scoop the plain yogurt out around the “filling”. Best ever! It tastes just like Noosa for the price of a bottle of milk. Then just continue to save a bit from each batch. You’ll only have to replace your starter every 6-8 times. Game changer!

[@amymizell1349]

Bologna is a hotdog pancake! 🤣😂🤣😂 You two are hilarious!!

[@stephaniegaddis1716]

I was also traumatized as a kid by the off-brand American cheese slices and super thin packets of lunchmeat. I haven't eaten bologna since high school 30 years ago! My list of things worth the splurge: hiking shoes and tennis shoes/sneakers, chef's knife, pots & pans, vacation activities that create unforgettable memories (though these don't always require money), properly fitting bras.

[@Midwestmomvolunteer365]

Bras - yes !

[@patriciabellah9392]

You should do a show like this but what's good in each price bracket.

[@lben614]

Shoes, teeth, matress, pillow, supplements, healthy food 😊

[@sarahjohnson-si7iw]

A GOOD BRA! Especially when you’re a bigger gal with bigger jugs, them bad boys will give you a full on hunchback, shoulder and back pain like crazy!! And I spend a little more on laundry detergent that I like the smell and gets the clothes actually clean rather than the cost of the time and money to rewash the clothes when they just don’t feel/smell CLEAN.

[@jacquelinek5036]

Amen, sister! A quality bra that has been professionally fitted can change your life.

[@cookshackcuisinista]

😅❤🎉 you two are so sweet together. I am glad there are things that you splurge on. My mother always bought one-ply bathroom tissue and then she'd yell at us for going through so much of it when he practically had to use your bare hand! I don't pay the most for bathroom tissue but I do like a good quality two ply!

[@saeedanasir]

Switch to Bidets. Wash with a bidet and then dry with toilet paper. They are amazing.

[@Chrisplainjane]

$30 for your wife’s happiness. Priceless ❤ lol 😂

[@ajmckinney33]

Did you do the matchy Texas shirts on purpose. Cause it’s adorbs 😍

[@pamjohnson2168]

Agree 100% with your choices. I recently started splurging on Birkenstocks and Bombas socks. Game changers. Also a good bra for those ladies that need one. Third Love full coverage is a MUST!

[@amywilson4120]

High quality paper towels and toilet paper are a must - you can use less. Also, good quality chocolate - there is a difference in taste and quality. My husband would say high quality tools that will last. I agree with you on shoes and bikes. We have bought high quality bikes used for a fraction of the price.

[@CookingwithCatLover0330]

I love your podcast on YT! I told my husband he needs to tell his friend about this. They just found out they are having twins. First children! He asked my Husband, "Should I pay off the house?" LOL! I will share you guys all over my day!

[@jamiegreenlee2367]

Shoes without a doubt… love my Brooks. My fiancé would agree on socks. He loves his Feetures. I’d also probably have to include pots & pans. It makes a world of difference in cooking.

[@susanatwell8274]

John Wooden wasn't just one of the greatest coaches of all time, but was a gentleman and a wonderful human being through and through. He lived in a small town just 25 minutes south of me and my 4th grade teacher was a schoolmate of Mr. Wooden's . . . . so happy to know that he and his socks philosophy made the "splurge" list in a sideways manner !! You 2 are HOOT !!!

[@mariekeller685]

I totally agree on the Mac computer. I bought my daughter one when she graduated from high school in 2010. She used when she went to college to be a Graphic Designer. She used it for 4 solid years and it is still going! It does need to be replaced but only because the OS is out dated. That was a good investment because she is earning a living at being a Graphic Designer.

[@Midwestmomvolunteer365]

Enjoyed the laughs this morning. I have to say I agree with all of these items, beyond the sports stuff only because that is nothing I use but I get it. For us it has become a quality of life thing. Solid shoes, good kitchen knives, comfortable bed and bedding. Just makes life a little less stressful and more enjoyable.

[@kristinam2719]

Totally agree about the knives since I love to cook!

[@carolswinconos1455]

For those that like to bike ride outside a quality bike from an actual bike shop. Not only do I feel you get a better quality bike over one purchased from a big box store, but service after the sale has been spot on from my local bike shop. I am also supporting a local bike shop.

[@dbartz5510]

Totally agree! They take care of you!!

[@debrasmussen2859]

I'm so with you on the darn tough socks!

[@linmurray436]

I agree with MacBooks being worth it. I'm on my 2nd one now and it's 8 years old, I dropped it so many times all the corners are bent up but it still works great. I bought a new one last year just in case mine totally dies one day but I love it so much I'm just keeping the new one in the box!!

[@Ravedoll_210]

Love that they both were wearing Texas t-shirts 🤠

[@kristinam2719]

Great topic! I would also say organic fruits and veggies as well as comfortable well made furniture are worth the money to me. Nice furniture will last forever and a day!

[@Paige0311]

I maybe watch too much. I knew without a doubt you would say mattress as #1.

[@oompy2711]

I just wanted so say that I’m am so thankful for you ❤❤. I really enjoy listening to you and your husband

[@jenniferlee2498]

Yes to all of this!! I was a Payless shoes girl for a couple decades and my feet HURT all the time and had so many issues. Now, we all get good shoes and makes such a difference! We bought a new mattress after 17 years...I KNOW!! We splurged and I can't believe we waited this long....got good pillows too. I do splurge on food items like Avocado oil, better breads, oatmilk creamer or non-dairy items....just items that make ME feel better. I am over 40, and certain foods (looking at you cheese/dairy) just don't make me feel as good so I buy particular items when I can!

[@kathrynhilder9609]

I'm a sock gal!! As a runner Injinji toe socks are worth their weight in gold!! No blisters...EVER!! Can run an ultra without changing out your socks. Never need to use lube on your feet. They're a game changer! 😊

[@Celeste-new49]

Agree on most - especially shoes (and insoles). One of my biggest regrets was wearing cheap shoes (with bad/no insoles) most of my life. I walked at least 10 miles a day until my 40s then started having lots of trouble with my feet - have multiple neuromas and had to have physical therapy. I had foot/ankle injuries when I was younger, but nothing that slowed me down this much. Having to limit my main form of exercise (and meditation) added to the middle age weight gain I'm currently battling. I wear good quality walking/hiking shoes and insoles now and am making sure my teen kids have them to. Really enjoy your podcast!

[@TammyGates-k9f]

😂Buddig Meats-if I recall That’s NOT a sandwich!😜 And, YES we totally agree!!! Boars Head Meat & Cheese rock!! Loved this video of random topics!!❤😊

[@irmawing591]

I love Boars head garlic bologna .it’s a guilty pleasure once in awhile.

[@nancybrewer8494]

High thread count sheets and down pillows on my really good mattress! Comfortable shoes that last. Butter, not margarine. I agree on Boar's head meats. Good bread. Can't hardly afford to buy good bread these days. You have to make it yourself. I feel the same way about pies, cakes, and cookies. Store bought is just a waste of calories.

[@sheriseice4077]

We just bought a helix because of you and Dawn! 5 nights in.... LOVE it so far we got the King size PLUS My hubby is a Big guy so far so good !:) Thank you for being honest and trust worthy about this expensive investment .but oh SOOO Important!

[@rachelmunoz]

I really enjoyed this and I agree with everything y’all mentioned! 😂 Also, did you two plan to match with your Texas t-shirts? 😏

[@dianasimplifies]

I splurge on FOOD!!!!! All of it. Nothing beats good quality food. We eat tons of produce and we don't worry about in season either. If we want fresh strawberries all year we buy them. ❤❤❤

[@kellyg9468]

Noosa is ABSOLUTELY worth the price!! Best yogurt ever. My favorites are either lemon or strawberry rhubarb.

[@jocelynholmes]

Hahaha!! My boyfriend found stretchy denim pants and he won’t wear anything else. I love a good shoe and good fitting pants also.

[@NOVAFrugalFamily]

I wanted to buy a good school backpack but I couldn’t find any good quality bags. I am with you on shoes and we have been talking about a good mattress but you lost me at mascara 😂 I don’t wear makeup so didn’t relate. I don’t love lunch,eat but the story was hysterical.

[@michellecurrie5553]

I love listening to your podcast

[@tonyamarvin231]

Loved this. What you like to hear more. I am very frugal. I now spend money on good shoes. (Brooks, Oofoos, and more), good mattress, just got the best knifes I have ever owned. We have hiked for years and have only bought one back pack each because we bought good ones, hiking shoes, Boar’s Head for sure!, gonna try your mascara and need to find the right bra. Love good socks. I now spend money on good supplements, good hair supplements, hair supplies and skin care. Thanks!!!

[@brerock1540]

Carl Budding deli meat!! 😂😂😂

[@valeried2941]

I love your ideas...for me, it is a mattress because you cannot replace or put a price on sleep! Health insurance also because you never know and it doesn't have to be world's most expensive plan...I also agree with shoes. One or two good pairs that will last and last and same for some clothing...like a hood coat or jacket. Snow boots etc and when buying pants tops etc in vest in classics that will not go out of style!

[@rg-mi5hh]

We like to splurge on birthdays and Christmas. Other times we save for things we really need mostly.

[@LorettaNance]

Good workout shoes and socks are worth every penny. Good mascara, hair care products, and skin care products also worth the money.

[@kathymills9572]

Great topic! Love the two of you together!! ❤️ ❤️

[@emmaharris8529]

Christine!!! Have you tried the L'Oreal Lash Paradise? I've heard it's an exact dupe for the two faced better than sex mascara. I've been using lash paradise for years, and have always loved the results!

[@julieridenhour545]

completly agree with good socks. I am so picky when it comes to socks.

[@rosahinson2166]

I will add a good dependable vehicle if you live in the middle of nowhere. I had a Land Rover Discovery Sport for a year. It handled wonderful for the middle of nowhere and fortunately it had a problem while I was in a city and it went into limp mode, expensive to fix and not convenient if I would have been 90 miles from an auto repair without cell service. Sadly we had to get rid of that vehicle.

[@amandafrederick8308]

The dynafit trail running shoes... Is there a specific one youd recommended? There's a ton on amazon, at different price points. $80 doesnt seem too steep for just getting into them. Looking for mens.

[@frugalfitmompodcast]

I use this one - amzn.to/3QUAH3A But the sizing is WEIRD!

[@zo_471]

I would suggest investing in some microphones for better audio quality. Also, did you guys both wear Texas t shirts on purpose?

[@gladyschandler6724]

I'm with Dave a good backpack my son has one for years.

[@ajmckinney33]

Here I’ve been buying Sams tub of Greek yogurt like an idiot 😂

[@And_mary_rose]

Timely splurge … some school supplies (crayons, pencils, highlighters, glue sticks).

[@courtneyglasco2216]

Hot Dog pancake.. so funny... i'm going to call it that now.

[@gaelenoconnell-bidabadi]

Splurge on: Mattreses, pillows, Walking shoes, Mac Computers, healthy food (organic, wild-caught fish), clean supplements, tea, a non-toxic sunscreen + other non-toxic personal care items, bath towels, a good haircut and colorist, massages, good health insurance/dental/vision plan, maxing out 401k/contributing to a Roth, child's college education fund, travel, Amazon Prime subscription, Costco membership, KZbin premium (avoids ads!)

[@kerryf9796]

I grew up with that block of Velveeta. I didn't know the difference. I thought it was actual cheese lol. For us, toilet paper is non-negotiable. It has to be Charmin. And socks, OMG once I tried Bomba socks I was hooked. I threw away all my others. They are soooo comfortable!

[@geniej2378]

Sunglasses with real UV protection for your eyes. Really important for eye health. Also braided cables, especially for your phone charger, are 100% worth the splurge because they’ll save you from needing to buy another cable!

[@mariaolker]

I agree with the mattress and also good quality shoes.

[@maeganblanchard8542]

A good quality vacuum!

[@rockstarfan886]

I only wear darn tough exclusively there a beast

[@melissabarnes617]

Yes, good shoes are on my list.

[@gladyschandler6724]

Maybelline has been my favorite for years. Mascara last 6mos.

[@dianasimplifies]

I don't wear it anymore but when I did I paid a few dollars for Great Lash. I feel like it's the best drug store one.

[@capturedbyannamarie]

Mac’s all the way. Every single pc laptop I had died after 2 years. My first Mac laptop still works like 12 years later. They are incredible, same with their phones. They just work. I so agree about socks, shoes, and mattresses.

[@lmacdonald1281]

Darn Tough merino wool socks RULE

[@cookshackcuisinista]

Fried bologna and carmelized fried onions with mustard is very good tasting! And I don't really like baloney!

[@AwesomeMom-g7m]

Good shampoo and conditioner and good quality sheets.

[@tammymyer5347]

A good car. Toyota, Lexus are my go to brands. I’ve had a lot of different cars over the years. I’ve never ever had any trouble with my Toyotas or my Lexus vehicles.

[@jolene_S]

Dawn dish soap

[@lynncrooks64]

My absolute worth the money food items. Good Culture cottage cheese only kind to buy. Paleo Valley meat sticks!

[@addieladd-galliher6323]

The nostalgia of the cheese sandwiches 🙈

[@SalShaw-s1b]

A good dishwasher!

[@kristiemichalski5152]

Good sheets, agree good shoes & socks, comfy clothes

[@forgetmenot3078]

Yay Mac, Noosa, Dietz and Watson sliced turkey from Costco!

[@donnamullins2089]

You two are so funny but Boar's Head Deli meat and cheese is so good. Don't get me wrong HEB can stand head and shoulders with the big boys. But Boar's Head Black Forest ham is so good and with Munster cheese makes the best grill cheese. Try spreading a light coat of real mayonnaise in place of the butter on Sour dough bread. Over the top good. Dave did you miss the Costco Noosa sale last week? I agree shoes and for me good bed sheets. None of that microfiber carp. Bath towels big and fluffy but absorbent. Costco TP. and Blue Bell vanilla bean ice cream.

[@patriciabellah9392]

Grilled cheese make with mayo also.

[@marilyns6043]

Worth the price: the cost of a second cordless drill. The time savings when switching between a drill attachment and a power screwdriver attachment….worth every dime.

[@Griffinand3]

Shoes. YES! YES! YES!

[@patriciabliesner9794]

Splurge worth it: imported (cut off stamped wheels) of Italian Parmesan Cheese!

[@TheRealJules]

Growing up we had miracle whip (not mayo, MIRACLE WHIP - ick!) sandwiches with gubment cheese my grandma got for free. Grandma would make headcheese from scratch, too. It would sit in the fridge and jiggle when you opened the door. Talk about having no appetite after seeing that … 🤢🤮

[@sharongeibig9282]

Christine tell me what kind of flip flops you mentioned that make your feet feel so good. I've replayed it 3 times and can't understand what you said.

[@charlafraley8340]

Oofos Sandler, my foot surgeon recommended them.

[@sharongeibig9282]

Thank you so much!

[@mollyb8136]

I am with Dave on the socks! Good socks, good bra's and good underwear! Life's too short for uncomfortable underwear

[@ajmckinney33]

I feel the same way about kids guitars as you guys do about kids bikes Stop buying toys!! Granted, if a kid wants to learn guitar, they can learn on $100 guitar it’s not gonna be easy, it’s gonna be very very frustrating. But if you buy a nice used guitar, then your kid takes some lessons and decides they don’t like it, you can resell that guitar for the same price you bought it for.

[@gladyschandler6724]

Mattress, shoes, also walking sneakers and work wardrobe

[@gladyschandler6724]

I'm a baker so good quality butter and cream are the best.

[@crystalblack4870]

For me it's shoes, sewing machines, and kitchen knives. Nothing has frustrated me more than cheap versions of those items. We also love speakers in my house. If you have a tuned ear (like we do) then cheap speakers sound awful and are totally distracting. I've had people over who can't tell the difference, but our whole family can tell you the difference between brands of high end speakers, let alone the cheap ones. It's painful to watch movies at other people's houses or in hotel rooms because they sound so awful.

[@Skiskiskidoubleblack]

The Icelandic yogurt is the best 👍 worth the cash.

[@daniellecomeau2996]

Vitamin blender.

[@lynncrooks64]

Stretchy pants are always worth the money!!!

[@gladyschandler6724]

Store brand yogurt is pretty good. I buy Trader Joe's .99 each

[@robbiegleason4462]

Dude, mascara is the one thing that even n beauty influencers get at the drugstore. Lash Paradise is the same as, and many people think better than, Better Than Sex. I know some makeup is worth the splurge, but not mascara. You go through it so fast!! I use a maybelline one called Lash Sensational (in the black tube with purple letters) that smokes every high-end brand I've tried.

[@debbiebrunner1049]

i love all your cast i follow all you say I live on 1100 a month in food stamps of 45dollars I am blessed with a sponsor from a group the sponsor gives me 100 a month this time to due to a bad spine I have to do quick meals unable to stand long periods of time sometimes I have to stop set and go back to finish the cooking your programs really help besides your so cute (funny)please keep it up did your daughter start collage yet

[@gladyschandler6724]

Tires are worth the money

[@nikkebirde]

Noosa is literally a dessert.

[@suvi4215]

Canned tuna! One time as a student I bought the cheapest tuna and it was just mush and looked like there were white worms. Never again!

[@feliciaortega8062]

Shoes!! all shoes from running to heels you get what you pay for

[@patriciabellah9392]

Doterra sunscreen. Awesome

[@gladyschandler6724]

I use Neutrgena 70

[@carolinerobertson18]

The audio is echoing. Tricky to listen to on Apple Podcasts 😢

[@bridge7528]

Noosa yogurt isn’t even organic. Go for the Costco organic plain greek yogurt for the best nutrition

[@patriciabellah9392]

Oh fresh milk is so much better.

[@melvanini]

Mattress and shoes for sure. And toilet paper. Never buy the cheapest toilet paper.

[@charlainereynolds7113]

Thorlos socks