Unwind, relax, and rejuvenate! Explore the amazing benefits of different types of massage therapy. From relieving stress to improving flexibility, these are the best massages that make a big difference in my life!
As a mom of a toddler, who also has chronic Migraine, having tools on hand to manage migraine can make all the difference when debilitating migraine strikes. We know as mother's, our wellbeing directly impacts the happiness and stability of our families. I hope this can help you along your journey to Migraine relief.
As a nursing student myself, I've curated a list of must-have accessories that have been indispensable throughout my journey. From practical tools to stylish gear, these items are tailored to meet the unique needs of nursing students like us. Stay organized and prepared with essentials like quality stethoscopes, durable medical bags, and comfortable footwear designed for long shifts and clinical rotations.
My ongoing list of online trauma, somatic, and mental health courses by The Centre of Healing and others. I discovered The Centre of Healing while browsing for online courses. Later, I came across their trauma-informed certificate and gave it a try. It was such an easy to follow course. The online community was very engaged and there were lots of videos and written content. You can get a 10% discount on their courses by using the code FOUZ. My list of “other mental health courses” covers other important topics like men's mental health and learning therapies like CBT, ACT, etc in a way that's accessible. Are there any other trainings or courses you would add? Let me know!
Hate taking 100 vitamins just to feel a little better? Me freaking too… I hate swallowing pills, I hate taking too many things every morning. Here’s my tricks to avoid all that and still get what I need daily to make my body feel fueled, productive and health.
A carefully curated list of high-quality health monitoring tools, medical devices, and first-aid essentials tailored for every home. From accurate blood pressure monitors to reusable hot & cold gel packs, these selected products are highly reliable, easy to use, and vital for keeping your family safe, healthy, and well-prepared for any minor medical emergencies
I made this list because sleep was something I struggled with my entire life. Insomnia is awful and although I have it occasionally it’s pretty much gone now. I practice “sleep hygiene” The items listed have helped me on my journey to zzzzzzz.
As neurodivergent person with a neurodivergent adult daughter, these have been lifesavers to help reduce stress, find missing items, and just feel better all the way around!
Products that I use and love for my hygiene health and keep me smelling and looking my best. I have started taking my overall health seriously and I love to share what I have been using to others who are trying to do the same.
Schizophrenia is ALL CONSUMING. It needs a ton of support and care. These are things we have come across in our battle with Schizophrenia and trying to thrive despite SMI=serious mental illness
My mother has several significant medical issues. Caring for her through these matters and as she ages has been quite an experience. These are some tools or resources that really help!
Want more energy, better focus, and an easy way to feel your best? These supplements and health hacks make staying healthy way less complicated. Little changes = big results, and it all starts with taking care of your body.
My favorite Health and Wellness must haves for me and my family. I try to use clean ingredients as much as possible. I feel good about giving these to my kids.
As a girly who knows the struggle of seasonal depression (or Seasonal Affective Disorder) all too well, I completely get how tough it can be when the days get shorter, and the weather gets colder. I've curated a list of some of my favorite cures for the winter blahs, and I hope these help you feel a little brighter too!
These products have helped me thrive after receiving a diagnosis of an autoimmune. It helped me go from bed ridden to thriving in my career as a teacher
This list is a gentle, practical collection of menstrual self-care essentials designed to make period days feel more comfortable, organized, and a little bit softer instead of stressful. From hygiene basics to comfort items and mood boosters, these are popular products girls actually use and recommend because they truly help during that time of the month. Everything here can be found on trusted American online stores so it is easy to verify and shop. Scroll through, save what speaks to you, and at the end choose your top pick or share which item you already tried and would recommend based on your own experience.
As a former wellness writer, I've tested hundreds of products aimed at improving your overall well-being. From an infrared sauna blanket to the ear plugs I can't sleep without, here are some of my top recommendations.
Personally, I've used these natural supplements. They have a great taste. They have helped support my various health and wellness needs such as mood, immunity an sleep.
A collection of supplements I use as a neurodivergent adult to support focus, calm, immune health, and overall balance. Shared from personal experience—not medical advice.
As I’ve aged I’ve shifted my perspective away from wanting to be skinny and toward just being healthy, whatever that looks like. I’m also much more concerned about staying active in my later years and risk of fracture. To combat that I’m focused on strength training to maintain balance and improve bone density.
As a nurse who works 12 hr shifts, I have to pack my entire life into my workbag. I thought I’d share a list of everything I keep in my bag in case other people needed ideas.
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As someone that has been on a health journey for years, landing me 200lbs lighter, off my adhd and anxiety meds and just doing life as naturally as possible - these are my staples. Many are for glp1 support. Some are for ADHD / Focus support.
I take these daily to feel my best, most energetic, and keep my immune system strong. The way I split it ensures maximal absorption and avoids and counteraction between supplements.
Romanticize your wind down routine, all favorites I use nightly - from candles to lip masks 💤 all nightly essentials I use to stay moisturized and ready for the next day!
I cannot stress enough the importance of sleep, especially as a parent. Sleep is essential for overall health and well-being. In my household, we try to be vigilant about things that may affect our sleep quality, such as diet, screen time, light, etc. We have a set bedtime even on the weekends (mainly for the children), we don't allow TVs in bedrooms (just the living room), we don't do any screen time at least an hour before bed, no bright lights, and we create a good sleeping environment. Here are some things you can add into your home/routine:
Here’s a list of all the items that have been beneficial to me while being on GLP-1! You’ll find my favorite protein/fiber enriched snacks.. my go-to supplements & some other items that have helped along the weight loss journey!✨🥗💪
Slouching at your computer all day? This curated toolkit targets posture correction, upper back tightness, and neck strain caused by long hours of desk work. Incorporate these everyday tools to align your spine, relieve pressure, and build healthy habits while working.
Whether I’m going to run an errand or dressing up for an event I never feel fully confident leaving the house without making sure my oral care is up to par. Here are a few tips, items and suggestions to help you feel like your best self!
Sharing these ESSENTIAL products because they have really helped with my histamine intolerance and arthritis issues. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
As an Endo warrior who deals with intense pain, I get it. We need all the help we can get! Here are some products and resources that make periods and Endometriosis much easier to deal with!
If you’ve never had chronic dry eye, “my eyes are dry” sounds like a minor inconvenience. If you have it, you know your eyeballs can somehow be dry, burning, irritated AND watering like you’re crying at the same damn time. 😭 These are the little things I keep around to make my eyes less angry.
I was diagnosed with Junior Rheumatoid Arthritis at a year old, now since having children I also have degenerating disc disease and migraines. These are all the things I use to help relieve pain without steroids and strong medication, especially since I was breastfeeding.
These vitamins and supplements helped change my life, Whether it be from gut health to daily essentials to workout supplements. These are my ride or die products.
Some of my weekly staples that have helped me on my weight loss journey! Currently 60lbs down and still going! Prioritizing high protein, low sugar, and a calorie deficit.
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.
When I was consistent with these vitamins, my cycle was actually on schedule. At have had irregular periods for a few years now (I’m 36.) we just conceived! (6 months of trying but only our first try with the app and tests!
Everything I've gathered (and personally love) for making my therapy office feel calm and supportive — for both in-person and virtual clients. Fidgets, cozy comfort items, my favorite pens and journals, and the behind-the-scenes tech and organization that keeps sessions running smoothly.
Are you a morning girly who likes to take care of herself before the world wakes up? As someone who has been waking up early for years, I wanted to share some wellness focused items that I feel are necessary to starting your day off right
Auntie Flo just arrived. Here are the comfort essentials I always reach for on the first day of my period to help make cramps, bloating, and low energy feel a little more manageable 💚
A few of my favorite supplements and self-care items to manage my PCOS symptoms from face masks to vitamins! I was diagnosed at 14 and have been trying to figure out my body ever since. #pcos #womenshealth #selfcare
Nurse Life Must-Haves 🩺💖
The things that make long shifts, busy days, and caring for others just a little easier! From work essentials and practical favorites to those “I don’t know how I worked without this!” finds. 👩⚕️✨☕
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.
This is a great list of the natural remedies I go to when I don’t feel well. Note that these have all worked for me and my personal experience. But also note that I am not a doctor. Please see a doctor for more info or before using any of these remedies. My advice is not medical in nature. Just experiential.
Constipation, abdominal pain, coughing, congestion, diarrhea, rashes, indigestion, gassiness, bloating… been there, done that. Here's how I manage MCAS symptoms from skin to stomach.
Winter months are approaching and it brings SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder AKA Seasonal Depression with it - getting ahead of it before the symptoms hit you, here are items that are essential to ensure, we stay happy doing these shorter months !
Between hurricane season, summer heat rashes, kitchen burns, and scraped knees, every Central Florida home needs a well-stocked medicine cabinet. These are the first-aid and home-health essentials I keep on hand for my family in Kissimmee and Poinciana, all easy to grab on Amazon. Build your kit before you need it.
This list is full of my go to products I keep in my scrub pockets, my go bag, my desk and even extras in my car! I am the type of person that when I find something really like, I usually buy extra for incase purposes. After being in the medical field for 10 years you tend to have your favorites all the way from scrubs to pens—don’t steal my pens 😂
I have a few chronic illnesses, and they impede my life and a lot of aspects. I have POTS, Anylosing Spondylitis, Hashimoto’s disease, IBS, and anemia
So these recommendations are my trade in true testing of what I use and what helps me
Over the past year I have worked with over 200 brands and have done A LOT of repeat work with dozens of them. That's a lot of products to try!
This is a list of brands I actually love AND use regularly. Whether I was paid to create for them or not 😆
Do you have a little one on the way and are feeling a little (maybe a lot) anxious about birth? I get it! The unknown is scary. But guess what? The more you know, the less you fear! And if there is one thing I want you to know, it is that YOU ARE BUILT TO BIRTH! Watch some of the videos for tips, tricks, and helpful knowledge for all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
On November 30,2024, I will celebrate 10 years in sustained recovery. My life is so incredible today. This year alone, we welcomed a new baby into our family, we bought our first home, and my ex-husband and I remarried after being divorced for 5 years (and not speaking at all for 2 of those years). Recovery is possible! But it definitely helps to know all the help available!
A roundup of all my wellness essentials I CANNOT live without. From supplements to beauty tools, these are all the high maintenance products I use to be low maintenance! Each product will list the frequency in each description.
Taking care of our teeth and gums is so important. These are some of my favorite products that I love to use in my routine to help keep my mouth healthy.
This is the list I wish I had in the months leading up to my RNY! I really hope this list will help you feel more mentally, physically, and emotionally prepared for your journey to a healthier you.
As someone who deals with chronic pain and deals with an autoimmune disease, one of the keys to my ability to function is how I take care of my body outside of prescriptions. I take it seriously and focus on quality ingredients in therapeutic doses with bioavailability, meaning you get the most out of every supplement or vitamin, and I do my best to stick to simple but effective gadgets, only splurging when it's absolutely the best!
People ask me all the time - does red light therapy work, or is it just a gimmick? I use red light therapy on aching body parts, mostly for hypermobility symptoms, every single day. Multiple times a day. I have for years. That said, it's really important that you get the right kind of red light or it won't do anything for you. I have a post on my Instagram with all the research I've done on the topic.
There is so much noise around what supplements you should be taking to stay healthy. As a busy, and self-described lazy girl, these are some that have worked well for me — so you don’t waste your time or money. I’m also a budget babe who believes in finding the most affordable, simple options.
This is for the girls who are in their self love era! All things working out at home (with kids!) This stuff is the stuff I use or have used before and liked!
When you're under the weather, having the right essentials can make all the difference. These must-haves have helped me rest, hydrate, and recover swiftly.
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.
Protein, Supplements, and Everything else! In April of 2023 I finally let myself have Gastric Weight Loss Surgery. I was always afraid that people would consider any loss the “easy way out”. Well, I am here to tell you that weight loss surgery is NOT THE EASY WAY OUT! But it can be very effective for some people. It was for me! After a year and a half I have lost 115lbs. These are the products that I wish I had known about from the begining!
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!
I believe in treating my body with respect and being proactive with my health so I don't have to be reactive when things go wrong. I also love exploring natural options. I'm all for products that are going to make me look and feel good! Here are some of my favorites!