As someone who suffers with severe eczema, I have tried to many different creams, lotions, etc to keep the itching at bay. With Eczema comes the need to not only keep your skin hydrated, but keep away from things that irritate your skin. These are are some of the items that I rely on and resources that are great to reference to learn more and seek support.
Weather your already in therapy and looking for some self care tools to compliment it, or you aren't into/can't afford therapy; This list has some self care items that I use to help keep my mental health in check.
Nurses and Healthcare Workers are an entity of their own! We give to a fault, poor from our own glass way too often, care for all, work until we are exhausted and then work some more… and we often have a warped sense of humor. (We just can't be that perfect!). So, what you will find, is anything and everything that is All about the Nurse!
As someone who stress and worry a lot, I've had to find self care methods that gives me relaxation and relief. Here are my top tips to relax your mind and body and helps you feel better even during stressful times!
I want to help you to get in shape! Get your feel-good body and try out some new things. Losing weight can be easy if you have a plan and a helping hand. There are workouts for every fitnesslevel. You can also look at my blog “mehr isst weniger” - there are some recipies, moivation and easy workouts!
Caring for my mother 24/7 in her home for years, with her never fully understanding her condition or my role in helping her, was both the most challenging and rewarding experience of my life. Every situation is unique, but I hope the insights and resources I’ve gathered here can offer some guidance, comfort, and support to those walking a similar path. Whether you’re just starting your caregiving journey or looking for new ways to help, I truly hope you find something here that makes a difference for you and your loved one.
My go-to products and tools that are helping me survive and thrive on Accutane. From gentle moisturizers to supplements, these essentials keep my skin healthy, comfortable, and protected every step of the way.
Your body is an oasis, so treat yourself like royalty. 👑 This list is filled with my favorite feminine wellness, personal hygiene and self-care essentials—from intimate care and probiotics to supplements, body care and everyday products that help me feel fresh, confident and cared for.
I'm getting a kidney transplant soon, and I know all too well how hard long stays at the hospital can be. These are a few items that help make it just a little better :)
I'm currently on 7.5mg of Zepbound and have been loving it. In 8 months I have lost 40 lbs and I have a daily goal of 90g of protein. These items help make the day to day a little easier 😊. Also I can't cook lol.
I know having that bloated look can be tough. 😩 Let me show you what kicked off my gut health reset. you’ll find my favorite gut-friendly drinks, quick tips, and a mini shopping list to make healthy choices simple. These are easy swaps and goodies that actually work—perfect for boosting digestion, energy, and overall wellness.
These are my everyday essentials that I use for my health and mental well being. From my favorite vitamins,
proteins to little activities to do for self care, it’s all here waiting for ya!
You’re living with anxiety, but you don’t have to suffer from it. I’ve learned that prioritizing your own comfort is the key to living a happier life. Here’s a few of my favorite anxiety-busting do-dads.
A little peace of mind goes a long way when life throws curveballs. This list is packed with smart, comforting, and practical things to have on hand when you need them most. Think of it as your “just in case” kit for whatever comes your way.
Shopping for Mom, Dad, or a beloved grandparent? This list gathers cozy comforts, gentle wellness tools, memory keepers, and clever home helpers that make everyday life a little easier — and a lot more enjoyable. Every pick is practical, easy to use, and chosen with love. Links may earn me a small commission — thanks for supporting my lists!
Toxin-free shouldn't mean boring or tasteless! These simple swaps helped us reduce the toxins in our home AND stay clean, eat delicious food, and feel great with everyday choices.
I'm no stranger to anxiety and depression. But after the birth of my son, it was different. It was a thick coat I couldn't take off. I was drowning in new motherhood. Every aspect of my life suffered. Today, I'm doing better, but it wasn't without work. I hope maybe you find this list helpful if you're struggling too. #ppd #mentalhealth
I’m on a wellness journey and currently navigating a very over-saturated market and even more deceptive recommendations! Trying to find real solutions to naturally support my energy levels , promote calm and peace of mind and also aid in my weight loss journey.
I will be covering any and all of my favorite products that I use consistently. No trendy shop recommendations, just honest reviews that I hope will help someone out!
are you looking to upgrade your hospital or building ID?! these recs are amazing for doctors, nurses, students, CNAs, and any healthcare professional not mentioned! 🩺👩⚕️ (& teachers too!)
As a mom/wife/probs the oldest one in my cohort—going into her 2nd semester of the traditional BSN program; these are the things I’ve used/use/LURRRVVVVVV.
Let’s be real—the program itself and unpaid clinicals already cost so much money (and time)—so if I’m listing something pricey—it’s because I truly believe it’s something that’s helped and that I love so far in the program.
Alrrrright everybody smile on, “FIGHT OR FLIGHT!!!!!” **snaps picture** 🤣😭💀
Explore a curated selection of today’s leading vape devices, from smart vapes with Bluetooth and OLED displays to reliable pod systems and classic disposables. Each product is reviewed for performance, puff count, and innovation to help you compare features and find the perfect device for your preferences.
I used to give a healthy side eye to supplements because really, who needs those if you're eating well and taking care of yourself. Well, then I hit my 40s and realized I could never eat/take care well enough to compensate for things my body needs and needs more of now.
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.
sensory-friendly picks for the neurodivergent woman who's been masking her senses her whole life without a name for it. quiet tech, deep pressure, soft fabric, and tools that actually help you regulate, not just look cute in a photo. nothing here for the aesthetic, just what actually works (:
I use the Kids Magnesium to settle them before bed time (after bath). For pregnant ladies wanting to ease the horrendous leg cramps at night - this product works like a charm.
Armpit care is essential for our health, I have found amazing products. From hair care for the kids to lunch box items and travel refillables. This list has my natural Wellness goodies that I use daily.
As an Ulcerative Colitis warrior, comfort is key when it feels like your body is working against you. Here are some items that can help make life a little bearable.
struggle to stay hydrated or just want to add a little pizazz to your every day drinking routine? try these! here you’ll find the best bottles, cups, and fun healthy drinks
Wellness and fitness supplements and equipment to help with your wellness and healing journey from outside and within. These include supplements that I use daily for gut health and equipment to promote healing
Dealing with chronic lower back pain or flare-ups? Before booking costly treatments, these top-rated, non-invasive tools, ergonomic upgrades, and anti-inflammatory essentials are recommended by physical therapists and pain specialists to help decompress the spine, relax tight muscles, and reduce inflammation naturally.
Disclaimer: Always consult with a physician or physical therapist for severe or persistent spine issues.
I considered myself a scrunchy mom, meaning a try really hard to limit toxic ingredients and maintain a clean lifestyle. Here are some of my favorite products/remedies for when me or my kids are sick!
My daily supplement routine. These are the items I've found to add value, and be worth consistently using. I am not a doctor. Please make good decisions for you and your body!
Discover my favorite health and wellness essentials for living a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. Explore vitamins and supplements, healthy living products, self-care essentials, sleep support, hydration must-haves, stress relief tools, meal prep accessories, and wellness products designed to help you feel your best every day.
As a carer, I always try to encourage and promote independence, helping individuals maintain their motor skills and a sense of control over their own lives and choices. Empowering older adults to perform simple tasks independently can make a significant difference in their self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being. That’s why I’ve created this list of items — from practical kitchen aids to walking aids — each one chosen with ease, dignity, and reassurance in mind. There are a lot of tools and different variations of each, but I will share the ones that are readily available and don't require prior assessment from OT.
Ive always struggled with motion sickness since I was super little. Once I got pregnant, it got so bad I could barely be in the car for 5 minutes. We made frequent 8 hour trips between MO and TX, so I got really good and fighting it.
Let's keep it simple. These are my favorite low-tox household swaps- stuff/ really use every day like clean toothpaste, cooking oils, and safer detergents.
Nothing complicated or fancy, just better options that work for me and night work for you too.❤️
Before my dad died, my family and I had to take care of him. Watching him struggle to even do the basic tasks made my heart ache. Hopefully this list will help those who need a little care or caring for someone they love.
These are the small daily rituals that help me feel nourished, energized, and centered. From soothing cacao and functional beverages to supplements that support my health, these are the things I reach for to start my day on the right note and keep me feeling my best.
I am very blessed to have been working with such cutting edge-technology and products that have helped me and others. The more we can work with products that avoid toxins, the better for our body and for quicker healing!
Picture the end of a long workout day: a hot bath, a muscle soak, then magnesium spray and balm on tight shoulders and calves. This post-workout recovery self-care list gathers Milk + Honey Sore Muscle Soak, HigherDOSE, ELEMIS and Oars + Alps from Ulta and BBW, plus a Theragun Mini. Bath first, gadgets after.
Picture the last ten minutes of the day: a Saje roll-on on the wrists, a Nodpod over the eyes, a lavender bath soak running. This stress relief list collects aromatherapy, Theragun and Miko massagers, pillow mists and shower steamers, all from Ulta, for a slower wind-down before sleep.
I’m an off and on again fitness enthusiast. I love working out and trying new things, but I definitely take breaks when it’s doing more harm than good. These are my favorite fitness items that I’ve tried though.
For some reason sleep became a problem in my early thirties and I wasn't even a mom yet. Sleep hygiene is an essential part of my night time routine. Remember that you cannot make up sleep.
Your go-to list for all things wellness 🤍 From vitamins & supplements to healthy habits, wellness gadgets, and little products that help you feel your best every day 🌿💊✨
These products are well known, and loved in our home. I love having a tool box of holistic support for my family on hand. I always feel so equipped when they come down with something and it empowers me so much!
A collection of supplements and drinks I actually use and like. These are simple, cleaner options that fit easily into my routine and help me stay consistent with hydration and nutrition.
Nursing is long hours and these are some things to help my day be a little more less stressful. These are my real life nurse work bag essentials that get me through 12 hour hospital shifts. From comfort must haves to snacks, tech, and little things that make long days easier. If it doesn’t survive a full shift, it doesn’t make this list.
These are the vitamins I take every day to help me feel good and stay on track. Nothing fancy or extreme, just products I actually use and keep in my regular routine. Sharing in case it helps if you’re looking to build something simple that works.
If you're looking for healthy, non-toxic alternatives to add to your bathroom, this list compiles a few items and brands that I rotate regularly. Whether it's makeup, medicine, or general beauty products, I've listed them here!
i’ve grown up around budget-friendly finds that actually work, especially for everyday skin issues, minor aches, and little things you end up reaching for all the time. this list started with Dollar Tree creams, gels, and topical products that my dad and I personally use and trust, but I’ve also added other good Dollar Tree finds like snacks, candles, and random everyday essentials worth grabbing. everything here is affordable, easy to find, and chosen because it’s practical and genuinely useful without costing much. if you love a good deal and finding surprisingly good things at Dollar Tree, this list is for you. let me know if you’ve tried any of these or have favorites I should add!
A curated collection of autoimmune-friendly essentials designed to support daily comfort, energy, and routines. From supplements and cozy clothing to household items and gentle wellness tools, these picks are made to support autoimmune needs with ease and intention.
As a nurse practitioner in the Valley, I get asked all the time where to get care without breaking the bank. These are the free and low-cost health resources I share with patients and families: sliding-scale clinics, help applying for Medicaid and CHIP, prescription savings, and hotlines you can call any time. #rgv #riograndevalley #healthresources #lowcosthealthcare #texasmedicaid
I’ve struggled with super painful periods from the moment I started having them. I have pain off and on weekly and severe cramps during that time of the month to the point I was fainting. I was diagnosed in 2021 with endometriosis via laparoscopic surgery. Here’s what helps me cope every month, I hope this helps someone else out there find some relief. 🫶🏻
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 :).
This list is a collection of the supplements and wellness tools that truly made a difference in my health—helping me feel more energized, balanced, and rested. After dealing with low energy, poor sleep, and hormone imbalances, I finally found a combination of natural solutions that worked. These aren’t just trendy products—they’re real game-changers backed by science and experience. You’ll find my go-to supplements along with a few wellness items I use at home to support better sleep, reduce stress, and feel like myself again.
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!
A small collection of the workout gear that’s actually made moving my body feel enjoyable and doable. These are the pieces I reach for when I want a good sweat without overthinking it — simple, reliable equipment that’s helped me build routines I can stick with. Sharing them in case they make your workouts feel a little more empowering and a lot more fun.
Ugh, I've been feeling like death warmed over for last few days, here are some things that help me get through it, from movies, books, soups, and cold meds
if you've been struggling with hormone symptoms like acne, weight gain, irregular periods, or fatigue – these are the things i swear by to feel more balanced. this list is all about real tools that help me support my body naturally🌿
Items to help lower the toxic load around your home, on your skin and body. Research shows that the average woman uses 12 cosmetic products composed of 168 chemical ingredients daily. Research indicates that not all of these chemical ingredients may be safe for human use (ref: environmental working group)!! See low-tox products for cleaning, eating and body If you know of any great low-tox brands that you love, please share them 🤍
Living with sciatica can be extremely painful. I have had it for over 10 years and I am serious about managing it! It’s brought me to my knees and I’ve almost falling down a flight of stairs! I promise these things will change your life🩷
Recovery isn’t pretty, and it isn’t linear. It takes daily commitment, patience, and a lot of grace. These are the real, simple, grounding tools and resources that helped pull me through my darkest moments and kept me moving forward. Whether you are navigating your own path or supporting someone you love, I hope these practical essentials bring peace, structure, and strength to your daily routine.#RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthMatters #Sobriety #SelfCareTools #HealingJourney
Looking for supplements that actually work with your GLP-1 journey? This curated list was hand-picked by me—a registered dietitian and GLP-1 user—featuring the exact products I personally take and trust. Each one was chosen to support real-world needs like nutrition, digestion, and muscle maintenance, so you don't waste money on products that are low quality or don't work..
In the fight of your life, these are things that can help to make chemo more comfortable. 💝 I have shared things that were shared with me, along with comfort items that I’ve discovered since going through chemo. 💞 The best way to feel prepared is to plan ahead and have things you might need - just in case. Better to have them and not need them, and just pass them on, rather than not have something you wish you did! 🥰 I hope these will be a blessing to you the way they have been to me! 💖
I created this list for anyone building a calmer, more consistent daily wellness routine with practical tools instead of complicated promises. These recommendations support hydration, movement, stretching, relaxation, sleep routines, mindfulness, and everyday organization. They are intended for general lifestyle support and are not substitutes for professional medical advice. Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
I am on a weight loss journey with the GLP-1 Mounjaro Medication. I began taking the injection in October of 2022. Since then, as of February 2024, I have lost 100 pounds. Below are an abundance of things that helped me stay hydrated, remain healthy, and see results!
"I’m not a doomsday prepper and you won’t find me hiding in a bunker. I’m just a realist watching the world change. While I’ve made sure my household is ready for emergencies, I see too many friends and neighbors who aren't. I’ve never been an 'influencer' or a content creator, but talk alone is not working and the urgency is real. Starting today, I will do more than talk. I will take a Gen X approach (Benables) and begin sharing my practical, battle-tested recommendations based on my actual experience—so you don't have to figure it out alone. No hype and no nonsense.. Here is the place where you will find everything you need to make and keep you and your family safe in an emergency or disaster.
There’s no better time than now. I’m improving my mood, sleep, energy levels, and body. Yummy gummies, teas, massaging machines, and green juices to benefit both inside and outside. All on Amazon.
This women's wellness list is all about feeling strong, balanced, and energized. From my go-to workout equipment and supplements to recovery tools, sleep support, and self-care essentials--these are the products that elevate my daily routine. Perfect for anyone building healthy habits and wanting to glow from the inside out!
Empower yourself on your journey to healing from Lyme disease. Discover natural approaches, expert-recommended supplements, and insightful books to support your recovery and reclaim your vitality. The best I've found from appointments from leaders in the field and research.
If you work in healthcare, then you need these essentials. From resident physician to ICU nurse, I've compiled a list of items I commonly use and see in my field of work.
Insomniacs incoming!
Here is my list for things that helped me :)
Anyone who has struggled with sleep can feel my pain. I have spent so much money on things that straight up don’t work, and it sucks spending hundreds of dollars for things that don’t help.
More importantly, make sure you go get checked for any underlying conditions that may present itself that way.
And another huge thing that helped me that is free, is acceptance, knowing that you aren’t going to sleep sometimes and get up do something calming in the mean time. Reading books, journaling, or listening to calming music is a life saver 🫶