I found out I had PCOS after a miscarriage, which was my first pregnancy. These items have really helped me maintain my health without spending tons of money on doctors appointments.
Oral hygiene items I currently use and will always repurchase! These items are worth the money because you need to take care of your teeth well. Everyone knows any dental work is expensive so you should take preventative measures for your teeth,gums, and tongue!
My naturopath recommended these products, and I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my overall health. *Please consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplements*
Living with PCOS and PMDD for the past few years has been incredibly challenging. From hormonal imbalances, fatigue, and mood swings to irregular cycles and emotional lows, it’s been a constant struggle to feel balanced and in control of my body. After trying so many things, I finally found a few products that have truly helped me. They’ve supported my hormones, eased my PMDD symptoms, and brought more stability to my cycle and mental health. These aren’t miracle cures - but they’ve made a real difference in my daily life. I’m sharing this in the hope that it helps someone else feel a little less alone.
Becoming severely ill over the past two years has made me change everything. What you put in your body matters! Here you will find everything from supplements to foods that saved my life. Enjoy reading/browsing!
These are health and wellness products I personally use as part of my everyday routine. Nothing extreme or trend-driven..just simple, realistic finds that support energy, recovery, sleep, digestion, and overall balance in real life. I only add items I’m genuinely comfortable recommending and would (or do) repurchase myself.
There's nothing worse than when one of my chronic illnesses flare up. Generally, I just have to ride them out in bed. But these are all the things I use to survive.
While there are no wasps in the winter, there is a scarier bug lingering everywhere you go. THE FLU 🤧
It's got me down too. Here's some items that will get us both through this.
Biohacking is a term that refers to incremental changes you can make to your body and your lifestyle. Biohacking has the potential to improve one's overall health, one tiny hack at a time. This is a list of tools you can use to increase and preserve your well being as you age. I use quite a few of them: some daily, some weekly, and others when I remember :)
I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder 1 sixteen years ago and through the struggles I have learned that support from my safety network is imperative to not just surviving but being able to heal and thrive. When you want to give something helpful or meaningful to show your care & support these suggestions just might fit the bill, but just remember you don't always have to give a store bought item to show you care. Your stable presence, kindness, patience and consistency mean everything.
With my kid and husband having eczema, I started paying more attention to everyday products we use. After many tries & products swap, these are what working for us without irritated their skin. I also included some personal items I used for myself that is made without synthetic materials.
Not just cute stuff I found on Amazon—these are the daily staples I actually use, love, and reorder. These are wellness wins that make my routine better—without trying too hard
Long 12-hour nursing shifts can be physically and mentally demanding but the right tools and products can make a world of difference. In this post, I've curated a list of must-have nursing essentials designed to support you through those long hours on your feet. From comfortable shoes and compression socks to time-saving gadgets and wellness items, each product is nurse-tested and shift-approved.
Everything is essential. I always have these medicines on deck inside my purse. Road Trips, Vacation, where ever, I believe its better to be prepared than to panic…for instance, I remember its midnight and driving down the road trying to find a CVS pharmacy before my tummy explodes, Im thinking in my head like “OMG H*ll Noooo”…from then on, I always have everything on deck. Peace of mind is the way too go, always!
As a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner, I’ve hand-picked these supplements and fitness tools that I personally use and recommend to support energy, balance, and overall wellness. From daily vitamins to workout essentials, this collection is all about making healthy living simple, effective, and enjoyable.
I'm super into everything self development, anything that can give me an edge and help me do more in our super short 24 hour days. As a high performer women, I always felt SO BURNT OUT!!!! Implementing this night routine has helped me get the most out of my recovery time and makes me refreshed and energized to conquer the next day!
when it comes to treating and healing under the broad spectrum of mental health, one size does NOT fit all. If affirmations give you hives, and forced positivity makes you roll your eyes so hard you strain your optic nerve, then you've come to the right place my friend. In this house, the treatment plan is liberal use of sarcasm and dark humour, a fuckton of rude words, and a soupcon of rage for flavour. Insight focus on the “in”, not the “sight”, and worksheets are worth the paper they're printed on. Patient - heal thyself! For the physicians surely won't.
STOP wasting your money on low-quality supplements that are not supporting your body. As a long-time health & wellness girly and functional nutritional practitioner, let me guide you to which supplements are actually worth it and can make a difference in your health.
This list is to help families with aging loved ones find the right supplies to safely keep them in the spot they call home. from gloves to transfer belts, this list pulls together the critical items to get things started. It can be dauting taking care of a family member or organizing care. My hope is this list helps you kick start and shows your versions of common items that work well… hopefully taking some of the guess work out. All of this comes from my experience owning an In Home Caregiving agency called Providential Home Care in the Portland, Oregon area. I hope you all find this helpful! Just remember, YOU can do this, it will be hard, and give yourself some grace…. you get points for being the person that stepped up! Be kind to yourself - Have more questions about care? Check out our website: Providential Home Care - phcoregon.com
A curated collection of my favorite self-care + wellness essentials to help you relax, recharge, and feel your best. From cozy comforts to beauty must-haves, these are the little things that make life softer, calmer, and happier — perfect for gifting or treating yourself. ✨💛
If you struggle with endometriosis/adenomyosis or overall need ideas for anti-inflammatory snacks and treats-I made this list for you! It's important to note that everyone's body processes things differently so there is no exact tried and true anti-inflammatory diet. This is solely based on my experience and what my body doesn't react to. Hope this helps someone!
These are my absolute must haves for everyday life, a bad day, infusion days, doctors appointments, and certain things I keep in my bag when I’m on the go!
I’ll continuously update this because I am always trying and finding new things to help day to day life with multiple sclerosis!!!
Things I wish I knew as a newbie to chronic illness especially as someone who got issues or diagnosed as a teenager. Saving you time, energy, and a ton of burnout from not knowing. Feel free to leave any questions or comments, I'd love to answer or chat about anything on here, or related to these topics:)
Non-medication support that I use currently. Everything I actually use and find beneficial. If I haven't tried it, it won't be here. Migraines are hard enough without all the scams I have tried. These are my tried and true.
As winter is coming and I never feel prepared enough to tackle the cold, these are the things that get me through dark winter evenings. This list contains affiliate links.
Whether you’re a gym-goer, a home workout warrior, or just starting your wellness journey, these Amazon health finds are game-changers. These Amazon health finds will help you crush your goals, stay consistent, and make wellness a part of your everyday routine.
These are the items I have implemented into my nightly routine to ensure I get sleep. I used to not sleep for weeks at a time. Zero sleep. I have implemented these into my routine and have been getting good sleep ever since. I swear by these! I have ptsd,bipolar,depression,anxiety and a sleep disorder that makes sleep near impossible. If you're struggling give these products a try.
i’m more of a finished basement type of lady if you know what I mean, these things are all essential in preventing my “flooding” or “headaches” associated with my basement. period care is so so important and if you don’t love the products you use for your period, I highly encourage a reusable option. and most definitely some other lady
if you’re a neurospicy baddie, especially one that feels aches & pains in the body & is energetically sensitive, this list will give you tools for working with your lymph, fascia & creating a safe space for your system to fall into with tools that support recovery 🤍
Recently a loved one had major surgery and it was a new experience for us. Here is what we recommend if you have a similar situation (and I hope you don’t!)
When your energy dips and mood wavers, the right support can change everything. This handpicked collection is made to fight fatigue, sharpen focus, and bring emotional balance back into your day. From adaptogens and clean supplements to mood-boosting essentials, these favorites help you feel grounded, energized, and ready to shine again. ⚡🧠✨ Disclaimer: This list is for wellness and informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting new supplements or treatments.
Neurodivergent people struggle with carrying extra energy, emotions, and sensory input without a healthy outlet. For many ADHD and autistic adults, sensory stimulation isn’t for casual fun it’s the only thing that keeps us from a melt down (internally exploding.)
What looks like a “toy” to someone else can actually be a lifesaver for us. These sensory tools can help with focus, productivity, mood support, stimming, and emotional regulation, especially during high stress.
This list includes my favorite sensory tools for neurodivergent adults that help ground the body, calm the nervous system, and make everyday environments, outings, and learning more tolerable, while also boosting mood and comfort.
My mental health is something I've been trying to focus on more. These are some of my favorites for relief, just allowing myself to be down, or picking myself back up.
It can be so hard to find time to workout as a mom, but health and fitness should be a priority because it makes such a huge difference in our mental and physical health. Healthy mama = healthy kiddos! These are all the things I use!
All of these are supplements I, as a chronically ill person with multiple disabilities, use to help keep my symptoms in check. If one catches your eye and you think it would help you, do your own research and be safe! Everyone’s body is different
As A Caregiver to my Mom, this list is some of the things I have learned that help me get through everyday. She has dementia and has live with with for over 2 years. Elder safety is something I learned as time went by. The Security Cameras not only give me the ability to keep an eye on her while doing chores around the house but also give me the ability to escape to a private space and take a breath without having to worry as much about her. The door alarms would be my second favorite item I use. Most of the time she is just going out to sit on the porch but once in awhile she tries to wander farther away. when I hear the door alarm if I can't ran right to the door I can quickly check the cameras and see that she's Ok. I hope you find this list helpful and I will keep adding to it.
My life has always been an active lifestyle but, after being my mom’s primary caretaker through cancer twice, I decided to take care of the rest of my health as well! Here’s some things I’ve loved and made my life easier (or just made me smile🤷🏻♀️). ps I never tell myself ‘no’ if I want something but, I don’t eat things out of feeling bad for saying no anymore and it’s GREAT!
These are the things I invest in to help me sleep well and feel good. Paying attention to what my body needs to sleep at night is one of the best things I have done for myself. I hope you enjoy these recommendations.
Things I use to find relief and temporary treat my HS flare ups. I have stage 1 and none of these products are guaranteed to work. Please keep in mind I’m no doctor, please reach out to your doctor if you need it.
As an autistic adult, I find it really hard to find tools and systems that work for me and that don't feel infantilizing to use. All of my recommendations are genuine and from personal experience. I've made this list to cover as much as I can, in hopes that my recommendations may help you or a loved one solve a issue or support them. 💕
When I don’t have the energy to do everything for my PCOS, this is the low-effort stack I fall back on that still makes a difference for me.
Not medical advice. Please discuss with your primary care provider.
Real perimenopause solutions from someone who's living it. After a year working with a functional medicine doctor, these are the products and resources that transformed my sleep, mood, and energy during perimenopause.
I was diagnosed with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (also known as ME/CFS) in 1990 and have been bed bound since 2017. There are no effective treatments, so the best we can do is to manage symptoms. These are the things that either make me feel better or help me save my limited energy. Many of these things were recommended to me by other ME people and have helped me so much, so I wanted to share the info. I hope you find it useful.
A collection of my go-to wellness and lifestyle essentials that support a calmer, more balanced routine. Thes are the small things that add up to feeling good daily✨
During my cancer journey, thoughtful gifts from friends and family became bright spots that made difficult days more manageable. While everyone's experience is different, these 15 items touched my heart and genuinely helped make treatment more comfortable. I'm sharing them hoping they might inspire you when supporting someone you love through cancer treatment, or help you feel more supported during your own journey. These aren't just products – they're gestures of care that truly made a difference.
Organic fans this is for you or for anyone who is wanting a healthier lifestyle! These products & food items have made all the difference for me! It’s crazy how you can tell the difference with natural 👏🏽 good 👏🏽 clean ingredients. Hope you try these if you haven’t!
My Health & Wellness Essentials
A collection of my favorite supplements, self-care tools, and daily habits that keep me feeling balanced, energized, and grounded. From gut health to relaxation, these picks support my overall well-being with simplicity and care.
Keto meal plans, keto shopping lists and keto diet books are the best way to get you started on the diet. It's a perfect way to organize your shopping lists and meal plans, making your meal preps stress free, within budget and organized.
No one likes the sicknesses that commonly arise in the colder season. We’re cooped up inside, so less natural vitamin D (eh hem looking at you sunlight). We tend to eat more poorly (holiday sweets and treats). All of which can negatively impact our immune system. BUT… here are some of my favorite ways to prevent illness or boost my and my family’s immune system when I’m sick to recover quicker! What works for us may not for you, but these are what we use and like.
On the path to a healthier lifestyle. Trying out new products. Here are some that I have started putting in my daily routine. Some great articles that have helped on my journey.
This recommendation is based on my personal experience for daily use with a standard dosage, and the brand was chosen based on my doctor’s recommendation.
Face it, we all have had protein powder or snacks that simply taste nothing like the flavor it claims to be, or a texture that is so chewy, chalky, or dense. These however, are my tried and true treasures when it comes to protein treats🤎🍽️ From powders, to brownies, to bars, there’s plenty of variety and flavors to choose from🍩
This is a non affiliate list, I just want to be helpful. I WISH when I went for mine, more people were aware. I wish more people stopped assuming it was the “easy way out” I’d be prepared for a c section emergency knowing what I know now.
PLEASE READ: Everything in this list is not to be taken as medical advice. I am simply showing what things have helped me with my LC symptoms. If you come across something that you think might help, please speak with a licensed medical professional about it. That being said, I'll share a little bit of my history. My post-COVID issues started in January 2021. Today (as of June 2024), I'm about 90% recovered. The symptoms that I still have are mild fatigue and slight sensitivity to touching certain things. I had a lot of other symptoms (chest pain, SOB, air hunger, heart palpitations, etc.) in the past that eventually resolved on their own, so in this list, I will share some things that I did to help with certain issues. I've had little success with traditional western medicine and had a good amount of relief with integrative/functional/eastern medicine. You may notice that some of the things in this list seem rather “woo woo” or full of quackery, but I implore you to keep an open mind. I was once in that resistant mindset until I gave these things a try.