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everyday essentials to remind you- you are more than your diagnosis🤍
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items all the things that make living with high risk diagnoses *a little bit* easier. type 1 diabetes, hashimotos, endometriosis, brca+, factor 2
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Post Surgery Must Haves
IVF🩵
Essentials
Post Surgery Must Haves
love these (unflavored) because they don’t have any after taste and DO NOT make my blood sugar spike.
Buoy Electrolyte Drops- unflavored and blood sugar friendy
my best friend that sits at my bedside to help with nausea or to diffuse when my autoimmune asthma flares. Smelling this takes away my nausea quickly and is perfect for after any surgery and you’re kicking out post surgery meds!
100% Pure Peppermint Essential Oil by Revive
this baby follows me room to room. auto shuts off and different heat levels —and massage options if you need them! my literal comfort blanket.
calming weighted heating pad🕯️
my skin and medical tape are not besties. I use this on all my injection and pump sites after the tape sits on them for 7 days. it has so many uses, but this actually has helped me more than a lot of the higher priced ones on the market!
Unscented skin barrier cream with zinc oxide paste
Perfect for swollen calves and feet… I use these at least once a week to relieve tightness and tension or if I’ve been sitting too long!
Leg Massager with Heat and Compression
Water intake is a non negotiable, so an actual good water bottle is a NEED. It keeps ice and cold water - actually cold for over 24 hours… and can drink from without any spill.. perfect for my down days.. p.s. I have 3 because they always have new pr...
SIC® 27 oz. Water Bottles
I use this when I’m recovering from a big surgery or procedure mostly, throw 1 or 2 in my water bottle or right under my tongue and it takes the edge off.
Boiron Arnica Montana - Muscle Pain Relief
Hands down the only thing that keeps my lips hydrated most of the time or on any wounds/cracked skin I get from medical tape or after a surgery. I can't confirm it is 100% clean ingredients, but it is dependable and heals when I need it to.
Aquaphor Healing Ointment
My feet are always the first thing to get cold, so I always have on a pair of fuzzy socks & slippers. So far my favorite (and budget friendly) are slippers from Target, any style from the Auden brand. Keeping feet warm - esp in cold and flu seaso...
Fuzzy Slippers- Auden™ Tan
*amazon affiliate link included* after every surgery I get sent home with a couple of these and realize how convenient they actually are for on the go, bad days where you can’t sit by your heating pad…
Dynarex Instant Hot Packs - Disposable Pain Relief
Any time I am not feeling my best, recovering from a surgery (or life) I always grab a cozy set. It makes me feel put together yet actually is cozy. The waistband is also thick enough it doesn’t dig into sensitive areas!
Fluffy Pajama Set - 2 Piece Plush Sleep Set
My feet need to be warm at all times for the safety of all.. I wear fuzzy socks all the time and go through them often! Never met a sock I didn’t like. These ones were gifted to me and have held up the longest even with extra washes!
Soft Cozy Fluffy Socks - 5 Pair
A good supportive pillow can make you feel like a human again. This was one of those purchases I cringed at, but when I was in the thick of healing I was so so happy I had this for my bed, the couch, or anywhere I was trying to be and heal.
Supportive Pillow
Lightweight and easy to move around, again one of the essentials that make me feel human on a bed bound day. Still using them post surgery as a way to work from bed or have a picnic in bed!
Bamboo Bed Trays
IVF🩵
i started using needed egg quality vitamins when we started ivf, i needed something that wouldn’t interfere with my blood thinner or mess with synthroid. This was my best option. No upset stomach and they send little inserts for smells!!! Have the pr...
Needed Vitamins for Egg Quality & Prenatal Support
Essentials
My best investment for my health I made last year, recommend this to anyone and everyone.
Rose gold ōura ring 4 to monitor day to day everything!💕
this has kept my pump and medical supplies organized so much- it is way easier to see what needs re-ordering or quick grab in the middle of the night. Fits right in our closet so its out of the way!
3 Tier Shelf Rolling Cart
hey brain fog, I never thought I’d use this but broke down after a surgery and never looked back. It goes on every vacation and helps keep me on schedule every week. Also bought a matching one for my mom🥹
cute pill organizer
My other favorite toner I've used (something about Rose Water!). It keeps my skin hydrated and makes me feel a little bit human again when I look dull or had a ‘bed rot' day. Not harsh on skin at all and no strong scent, just light and floral. This i...
cocokind Rosewater Facial Toner
tis the season when my autoimmune system does me dirty and the first thing to show up to the party is a cold sore, i start using this as soon as symptoms show up!
clean cold sore treatment with super lysine cream
If I have to wear things on me 24/7 you better believe they’ll be decked out. This brand so far has been most consistent and always has fresh designs! Plus customer service is great.
Pretty Little Diabetic Patch - TypeOne Style
Whenever I get a head cold, everything goes straight to my lungs. Sometimes I use the little vicks tabs and sometimes I add a bit of peppermint oil into the water basin. This helps every time right before bed or right in the AM!
Vicks Personal Steam Inhaler
For the antibiotic sprints… I was in a rush trying to find the cleanest probiotic possible and these were sticking out most!
trunature Women's Daily Probiotic, 90 Vegetarian Capsules
Another grab for when I am trying to get to sleep and don’t want to hold an essential oil bottle.. plus they are reusable! 10/10 i love these!
Essence Oil Nasal Diffuser Nausea Relief 3-Pack
living in FL with heat & staying active is hard, I caved and fell in love with my portable walk pad / treadmill. I use it for work outs while watching my fave trash TV OR to quickly get a high blood sugar down.
Portable walking mat to strut in peace💃🏻
an absolute must have. I’ve relied on these for quite awhile… when I start to feel my cheeks flush, I take a few drops under my tongue. I do truly believe it takes the edge off without any drowsiness. PS these are HSA eligible. They walk you through ...
Apothékary | Take the Edge Off
Just ordered this for myself— trying to stay away from plastics! Its gorg there’s no doubt!
Dosey
I will always be wrapped up with a cozy blanket, doesn’t even matter if I am in FL. The comfort of a cozy blanket is always a mood regulator for me.
Bedsure Large Fleece Throw - Beige