I've gone through 6 different surgeries and get infusions every 6 weeks. I know a thing or two about how to stay comfortable while you're healing.

Sober, sassy, and badassy. Here are some of my favourite tried and loved drinks, books, podcasts, products and everything surrounding living a full, happy, booze-free life. I struggled with my relationship with alcohol for a VERY long time and now have over a year of sobriety under my belt! So I'm here to help you not just “get through” the first year, but to thrive and rediscover how wonderful life can be without alcohol.

More than 10 years of working night shift has taught me to be proactive rather than reactive when it comes to sleep. Quality rest is hard when you have a busy mind. It's even more difficult when you're trying to accomplish it while the rest of the world is awake. Make getting good sleep a priority in your life and you will feel better in every way.

My favorite over the counter products for mild-moderate dry eye that I use myself and recommend regularly as someone that works in eyecare. This information does NOT constitute medical advice, treatment recommendations, or professional healthcare guidance. Always consult with your qualified, eyecare provider and inform them about all supplements, and health products you are taking or plan to take.

Drug-free pain management that works. The tools and tricks that helped me stop surviving and start working out again. As an Affiliate/Influencer I may earn from qualifying purchases from this list.

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 !

Items we use for my son who has CP. Our life is constantly being adapted!

All the things I used this year for and after surgery

Affordable options for differently-abled. All ages.

My at-home wellness toolkit — recovery, relaxation, and body care, curated for the solo life.

Looking for "crunchy" nontoxic ideas for your first aid kit? Here's a list of my go-to products. List is great for adults and children. I hope you enjoy!

Squinting at the number on your bathroom scale every morning, leaning forward until you almost fall off, then grabbing your glasses from the nightstand just to see if you lost a pound. If that routine sounds painfully familiar, you're not the only one over 40 dealing with this nonsense. I spent way too long testing scales before landing on ones that actually work for people who can't see tiny numbers. Save yourself the squinting.

Small rituals. Big energy shifts. A curated collection of the tools I actually use to reset my mornings, ground my body, and move through the year with intention. This kit blends analogue calm, cozy comfort, and movement essentials — everything you need to start fresh, stay consistent, and feel good doing it.

Muscle tension, overstimulation & every day stress is not fun - take a look at my list of relaxation tools…you're bound to find something to help! Most of these only require a few minutes because I know how busy we all are. A moment of relaxation, a deep breath, a massage is right around the corner for you. *** This list contains affiliate links 💕 That means I may earn a small commission if you shop through my links—at no extra cost to you!***

supplements, teas & little rituals that keep my hormones & skin happy

My go-to products to help relieve my chronic neck pain.

Spent three years telling myself I'd meditate ‘tomorrow’ — bought apps, watched YouTube videos, sat on my couch staring at walls feeling dumb. Turns out I needed actual physical tools to trick my restless brain into cooperating. Built for anyone whose mind races at 2am and who's skeptical that sitting still could ever feel like anything but torture. Took me a lot of failed attempts so you can skip straight to what worked.

I have severe ME and am 99% bedbound. This is a list of things that have helped me manage my illness, track my health, ease the pain or bring some joy into the day.

We love baby registries but this one is all about you momma!

My ostomy must haves - these are things that I have found to be so helpful when I have peristomal skin irritations. I also have included some of the products I use to apply my pouching system as well as things I use to remove my pouching system

I'm on a wellness journey and putting my Hashimoto's into remission. These are a few items that have helped me tremendously. Obviously I'm not a professional and have no idea what I'm doing. This is just my journey and what works for me so far. Everyone is different and I have consulted with my doctor over everything.

I’ve always battled migraines. Before it was stress induced tension headache/migraine crosses. Now I battle hormonal migraines.

Recovering from a myomectomy isn't easy, and having the right products made a huge difference in my healing journey. After undergoing surgery to remove fibroids and being diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis, I quickly learned that comfort, support, and mobility are essential during recovery. In this list, I'm sharing the exact products that helped me sleep more comfortably, protect my incision, get in and out of bed with less pain, reduce strain on my abdomen, and make daily life easier while healing. Whether you're preparing for a myomectomy, hysterectomy, laparoscopic surgery, C-section recovery, endometriosis surgery, or another abdominal procedure, these recovery essentials can help support a smoother and more comfortable healing experience. I've personally used or carefully selected each item based on comfort, convenience, and recovery support. From wedge pillows and incision protection pillows to bed rails and post-surgery must-haves, these are the products I wish I had known about sooner.

Saalt Menstrual Care focuses on comfortable, non-toxic period care that supports your body naturally. Their products are designed with clean, simple ingredients to help reduce irritation and provide reliable protection during your cycle. I fell in love with them when I changed to a disc.

Sick of pads bunching up, shifting around, and that awful plastic-against-skin feeling every month? Same. I spent two years testing period underwear from every brand I could find because I was done with disposables. If you've been curious but skeptical about whether they actually work without leaking through your jeans at work, this is everything I learned the hard way so you can skip the trial and error.

Everything I actually use on nursing placement as a UK nursing student. Practical realistic essentials that make long shifts easier and stop you from feeling unprepared on the ward ❤️

My daily routine 🪥 for clean teeth 🦷, healthy gums 🌿, and fresh breath 😁 — from toothbrush to supplements 💊. 👉 Complete your daily oral care routine with both external care 🪥 and internal support 💊 for a healthier, brighter smile 🦷✨

Long shifts at the hospital? New grads and unsure of what to expect? This list contains all your must haves for nurses & health care workers everywhere! As an RN myself, below you will find all of my go-to’s!

Sharing the holistic and homeopathic remedies that have actually worked for me! From natural immune support to everyday calm, and beyond!

Sleep troubles can be detrimental, here are some personally used picks to get you falling asleep quicker and staying asleep longer!

As a PCOS girlie who lost 80 lbs in 11 months with the help of a GLP1, these are some of the products I use in my daily life to help me stick to my goals!

Here are all my favourite finds that help me deal with my diabetic neuropathy and what it does to my feet. As some of you may know, the better you care for your limbs and digits as a diabetic, the longer you'll keep them. Of course these tips, and products would be relevant to anyone who needs some pampering for their feet. A lot of these products would also be good for those who stand on their feet for a living, athletes, those with foot disease/issues, and the disabled or elderly. I hope you can find something on this list that help you out! ;)

I'm all for finding products that actually work and help make my life healthier! All these products are vetted by me and my millienial mom friends that I use almost daily!

Spending every evening with a swollen belly and no idea which meal caused it is exhausting. If you have been Googling symptoms, cutting random foods, and still feel like a balloon by 6 PM, this list is for you. I tracked every bite for three months and finally cracked it. These are every tool, journal, and kitchen product that made the whole process manageable before I wasted another year guessing.

A hand-curated collection of ergonomic workspace essentials designed to relieve joint strain, boost circulation, and keep you comfortable all day long.

The products and services I personally use and recommend as a Menopause Wellness Practitioner and perimenopausal woman!

How about trying sodas with less sugar, natural sweeteners, no artificial ingredients, and added health benefits like prebiotics or probiotics? Have you tried them yet? If not, you should! It's a whole new world. This list includes the flavors that I have tried and enjoyed. Do you have any recommendations of your own? Please share any new brands that pass the taste test.

After 20+ years in LA - and years of healing from mold and MCAS - I’ve tried it all. This list is your go-to guide for a clean, feel-good day in the city: from low-tox coffee shops and detox spots to meditation retreats. Most of my recs are Eastside (because that’s home for me 💛), but everything here is actually tried, tested, and loved by me! Nothing trendy for the sake of it -just spots I keep coming back to because they've really helped me heal!

We all know about ADHD. But how often are we told about the MANY resources out there than help not just kids, but late diagnosed adults! There are so many things out there to help. I hope this list offers you some support!

Each of these items has genuinely made my life so much better, especially as someone who has a disability and so less energy and less resources.

From a new momma to a new momma this is a list of stuff I actually used after having my baby

These are my tried and true supplements that help support my health goals as a 40+ woman in the most natural way possible. I take everything here daily and I trust these brands!

When your period hits and you're curled up on the couch with a hot water bottle that goes cold in 20 minutes, you start questioning everything. Spent two years cycling through heating pads, stick-on patches, and DIY rice socks before landing on what actually works. If you dread that first twinge every month and want relief that lasts, this list took me a long time to put together so you don't have to suffer through the trial and error.

I have done a lot of searching to help me address food sensitivities, vitamin deficiencies, and other health challenges. Here are some things that have worked for me.

If you've been icing your knee with a bag of frozen peas wrapped in a dish towel that slides off every 90 seconds, I've been there. After ACL surgery and years of runner's knee flare-ups, I burned through a ridiculous number of ice packs, wraps, and compression sleeves before landing on stuff that genuinely works. This list is for anyone dealing with knee pain, post-op recovery, or swelling who wants to ice properly without holding a pack in place the entire time. Took me three years and way too much money to narrow it down, so save yourself the trouble.

if your on the crunchy, health based side of things then you probably know seed oils are 🗑️- here are some swaps for foods we love that are seed oil free!

I have been on a high protein diet since bariatric surgery Feb 2023. This list is just some of my personal favorite items. I love protein coffee in the morning and high protein snacks through out the day. If you are interested in high protein totally check this out

These are my picks for small, thoughtful stocking stuffers for the mindful person in your life, or for anyone who could use a calmer moment. Nothing here is big or flashy. They're little things that turn an ordinary minute into a small ritual: a pocket gratitude journal, reflection cards, a notebook worth writing in, caffeine-free tea and an infuser for slow evenings. There are tingsha chimes, a tiny singing bowl, a tongue drum and an energy chime for making a little music, plus a worry stone, a mini zen garden, a magnetic sand timer and a Speks sphere for busy hands. For winding down there's a sleep mask, a guided breathing lamp, a metal puzzle set, a 5-minute sand timer, an incense holder and unscented tea lights. Pick one or two and enjoy the slow moments.As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

For those in the menopause and perimenopause who do NOT care—and still dance to the beat of their own drum

These are the products I use to stay fresh, clean, moisturized, and smelling expensive at all times. This includes everyday body care and supplements I take daily, everything here is tried, tested, and Benable-approved. If you’re trying to build your smell-good starter kit, this list is your cheat code. Period.

“What I'd hand every new mom if I could” 🤍

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.

All of my favorite fitness influencers, health rituals, supplements, for a healthy and happy life as a college student and kinesiology major!

Spending 10 hours a day hunched over a laptop turned me into a human question mark. My neck hurt, my shoulders were permanently rounded, and I kept forgetting to sit up straight no matter how many times I told myself. This list is for desk workers, gamers, and remote employees who know they slouch but can't seem to stop. Took me a full year of trial and error, so steal my homework.

Not everything that helps a nighttime routine comes in a bottle. This list collects the free resources I point people to first: evidence-based reading on how sleep works, a structured insomnia-support app built by the US Department of Veterans Affairs, a sleep-cycle calculator, and the podcasts and audio apps that make lights-out easier. Most are free; the book can be borrowed from the library. Affiliate disclosure: some links in my lists may earn me a commission at no extra cost to you. This list is for general information only and is not medical advice — if sleep problems persist, talk to a qualified healthcare professional.

My favorite wellness finds ✨ From hair growth vitamins and daily women’s supplements to weight-management and self-care essentials. Products I love, wellness finds worth exploring, and little ways to invest in yourself. 💗

Cabin air is drier than most deserts, and the usual flight complaints (puffy ankles, cracked lips, a stiff neck, that dehydrated headache on landing) are all fixable before boarding. This kit covers the whole body in carry-on-friendly sizes, from compression socks and electrolyte sticks to saline gel, facial mists, filtered bottles and a proper snack plan. Everything here is a flight-health pick, nothing is a fashion piece.

Discover the ultimate in relaxation with our Wellness and Tranquility Collection.

My go-to products for postpartum health and recovery including right after birth as well as months later! Many are safe while breastfeeding

Being sick when it's beautiful weather out is actually the worst. This is everything I used to survive the flu in June.

I have suffered from migraines since I was a teenager (over 40 now!) so I know a little about how to treat and prevent them. They are life altering, but there are effective ways that help. Here are the best ways I have found to help me with my migraines. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Taking care of your physical, mental & emotional health should always be a priority. Even small acts of self-care can promote health, reduce stress, and enhance overall quality of life. Here are some things you’ll need!

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 always like stocking up on medicine and vitamins around the time school starts back up, aka germs 😷

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 someone with narcolepsy, I sleep a LOT, but that sleep isn’t always restful. Here are some of my suggestions for making the most of your nightly ZZZs.

These are the items I bought and have used after my rotator cuff surgery

During the pandemic I was forced to figure out how to transition from working out at my local gym to doing at home workouts. I now do a hybrid version of working out between home and at the gym. Home workouts are perfect for busy people and I am going to highlight everything you will need to get started on your home workout journey!

My unofficial bedtime starter pack because sometimes I need a whole ritual just to convince my brain to shut up. Think soft blankets, lavender everything, the perfect “one more episode and I swear I’m done” lighting, and all the tiny comforts that tuck me in like the world’s gentlest hug. If cozy had a soundtrack, this list would hum it.

Here you will find what's in my pantry to make sure I'm getting my protein, vitamins, collagen and all the stuff we need to maintain healthy skin, healthy gut etc. Besides getting the benefits, I also love a good flavor! These are the products that I love that also have a great taste!

Currently in my 3rd pregnancy! Pregnancy is such a beautiful time in my life, but it comes with a lot of changes to my mind and body. Here are a few of my favorite items that are helping me in my pregnancy. Advice coming from a 3rd time mom, not a doctor :).

Lying awake at 2 AM doing mental math on how many hours of sleep you'll get if you fall asleep RIGHT NOW is its own special torture. If you've tried melatonin pills that taste like chalk and ended up skipping them entirely, or bought fancy sleep supplements that did absolutely nothing, this is the lineup that finally broke my insomnia cycle. Took me eight months of testing so you can skip straight to what works.

Losing weight has always been hard but with these products it’s made it a lot easier and a lot more affordable.

Things that I won’t be caught without at work. Especially that vein light!!!!

Evidence-based books and workbooks grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, neuroscience, and lifestyle change to help manage depression and anxiety. Each title offers practical tools, structured exercises, or science-backed strategies that complement the methods introduced in Feeling Good: Overcome Depression and Anxiety with Proven Techniques.

A wide range of products that have helped with pregnancy symptoms, or made life a lot easier! From slip on shoes to protein hacks, these items have saved me and are things I truly, truly recommend for anyone who is expecting!

Here are my favorite herbal teas, green teas, and supplements for when I need a natural remedy! All of these have many benefits, but I put them under the category of what I use them for!

Everything you actually need for your hospital bag and recovery at home, no junk, just real relief. From hospital grade soothing sprays and cooling pad liners to cozy nursing wear and hydration must-haves, these are MY tried and tested postpartum staples that help moms rest, heal, and stay comfortable during those first few weeks after birth.

Sleep has always been a struggle for me, so I’m all about finding ways to make bedtime more relaxing and cozy. A little bit of everything for winding down, getting comfy, and hopefully sleeping better 🤍

These are my go-to favorite products that help me reach and maintain protein and calorie deficit goals! Balance and moderation is key… Nothing is off limits when in calorie deficit… these products are just tools to help you spend your calories wisely! ;)

If you're anything like me, the time of the month is something I dread. Here are some stuff that help me through out my cycle

Preconception health has become an important part of my health journey. I would love to have a family one day, and in my opinion it’s never too early to get started on planning and optimizing your health and fertility! Here’s a list of some of my favorite things I’ve found on this journey so far

I take my wellness, health and sleep very seriously so here are my favourites. This is for the crunchy holistic wellness girly that loves wellness products and low-toxic plastic-free living!

A busy wfh mom that believes in keeping fit and healthy! Here are all my items that I use to keep active. I also strength train at a local gym 3x per week. Please prioritize yourself, health is wealth!

These wellness products have genuinely changed my life, from hormone balance and gut health to stress relief. I only add items I actually use, love, and repurchase. Every product exudes holistic healing, low tox living, and gentle habits that support a softer, more balanced lifestyle.

Ready to feel your best this summer? I've rounded up simple, beginner friendly health essentials to help you glow from the inside out. From light supplements to comfy active-wear and mood boosting tools,this list makes healthy living feel easy,breezy and fun. perfect for starting (or restarting!) Your wellness journey.

Calm down kit necessities for my friends with anxiety, panic disorder, or who just need some calm. ❤️

I’ve tried a lot of vitamins and supplements, and these are the ones I trust and personally use myself. This list focuses on daily wellness supplements for gut health, immunity, and energy support. If you’re looking to support your body with high-quality vitamins I actually use, these are my go-to picks.

just a list of my travel faves as a crunchy-ish mama!! ❤️

I've been suffering with endometriosis and these are things that helps me with pain.

Sick kid at 2 AM, fumbling with a thermometer that takes 30 seconds while they squirm and cry. Or worse, you get an error reading and have to start over. After three flu seasons and way too many unreliable thermometers tossed in a drawer, I tested dozens and kept only the ones that actually work fast and accurately. If you have little kids, elderly parents, or you just hate being sick and guessing, scroll through before the next cold season hits.

Good sleep is essential for your health and beauty! Here’s products that I use every night to not only sleep well, but to also wake up looking my best.

These are the supplements I used to support ovulation, improve insulin sensitivity, and restore balance to my hormones. After a few months of consistency, my cycle became regular — and not long after, I was pregnant! Sharing in case it helps someone else on the same path. Along with these I also followed a high protein diet while in a calorie deficit. I focused mainly on Whole Foods. I also made sure to start walking more.

Lavender is such a versatile herb to begin a journey. You can eat it, drink it, use it in the house, and make remedies with it. And relax at the same time! 🪻🪻

A curated list of gifts for the health + wellness lover—no bulky/random gym equipment, no sketchy supplements. Just thoughtful, high-quality items that actually elevate daily wellbeing.

These are all the things that work for me to some degree. I've lived with anxiety my whole life and even tho these won't solve the problem they do help manage it.

As someone who has really bad anxiety and has struggled both physically and mentally from it , I’ve found that these products work best for keeping my mental safe and my body intact

Working as an emergency room nurse, I need a ton of things to help me get through my 12 hour shifts. These products make these shifts so much smoother & easier 🫀💉

Simple tools and everyday finds that can make a weight loss journey a little easier, from portion control and meal prep to staying organized and building healthier habits. No gimmicks or perfection required, just practical things that can help along the way.

Every month like clockwork, I'd spend three days looking six months pregnant and feeling like a water balloon. Heating pads helped the cramps but nothing touched the bloating until I overhauled my entire PMS routine. If you're someone who cancels plans because your jeans won't zip the week before your period, this is everything I tested over the past year that actually made a difference.

I’m sharing what actually helps me—basic self-care that feels doable when you’re tired, busy, and skeptical of all the wellness noise. This is everything I tried or believe in, not because it’s trendy but because it works.

I love looking to nature for health and these are some of the things in my home all the time

A curated collection of everything you need to feel comfortable, supported, and in control throughout your cycle. From gentle care products to mood-boosting comforts, this list brings together must-haves that make periods less stressful and more soothing. These are products I have used and I love them.