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.
Periods are just a part of life, let's make the best of it with these amazing products. I love the fact that basically all these items are also FSA / HSA approved! So don't forget to use those funds for stuff you're going to need anyway.
This past year or so I've been really focusing on a healthier lifestyle and throughout my trial and error I've learned a lot about different products! Here are some products that actually made me notice a difference in my life and then I also have some gym clothes listed in here as well!
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!
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!
Moms in healthcare have to be 100% for home and work. Often times this leaves us in fight or flight or depleted and struggling. If this sounds like you, I’m here to support.
Yummy snacks for when you’re on the go. Obviously these aren’t “whole foods” and the most nutrient dense, but they are great for those busy days when you want a treat + some protein
I'm Dochi — a dad of two who spent years running on broken sleep before I started over-researching every fix. These are the 15 sleep tools I actually keep reaching for, from bedding to gadgets.
i always dread that time of the month, especially because my periods are super heavy and painful. but even if yours are lighter, lets be real... it still sucks! these are some of my favorite period essentials, menstrual care products, and pain relief items that make my cycle a little bit more bearable. i also included some supplements i use to balance my hormones, because i've struggled with that for awhile!
Scrolling my phone for two hours while technically sitting down is not relaxing and we all know it. This is for anyone who finishes a long day, collapses onto the couch, and somehow feels more wound up by bedtime. Took me a full year of trial and error to build a routine that actually brings my nervous system down — save yourself the wasted money and dead-end purchases.
Need to put in a deep sanctuary sleep? Add these products to your nightly routine! Help to feel calm, cozy, and relaxed! These products will make you have the best dreams and deep sleep of your life! Sweet dreams 🌙
POTS is tough to manage… It can impact so many aspects of daily life including eating, hygiene, clothes, etc. hope this list of products that I use can be helpful for someone! nothing here is medical advice it's for educational purposes, please talk to your doctor
Meditation and wellness are a big part of my life. So, I am sharing my favourite free yoga classes available on youtube. If you don't have access to a studio, here are classes you can follow to build a strong, flexible body and mind.
I am all about natural options, and I am obssessed with essential oils, healing crystals etc. So I wanted to share my love of all these with others who love or are interested.
As someone with EDS, POTS etc, these essentials are things that I use frequently to help myself out! I truly can only recommend them, but since I’m not a doctor I cannot tell you they will work for you. I do however think very highly of this list! 🦓🧂🩻💤
Daily Supplements for Stress Relief, Energy & Overall Wellness
Taking care of your mind and body starts with the right daily supplements. I’ve curated my must-have vitamins and nutrients that support anxiety relief, stress management, and everyday health. From Vitamin C for immune support, to fish oils packed with omega-3s for brain and heart health, each of these essentials helps me feel more balanced, energized, and focused throughout the day. These supplements are perfect if you’re looking to boost your mood naturally, improve concentration, or just give your body the daily nourishment it needs to thrive.
This list includes products I use daily with patients - and at home myself! It's got everything from health, fitness, skincare and women's intimate care. They have all been put through the clinical ringer - I truly LOVE every one of these products!
understanding my body and the phases that we naturally go through as women truly changed my life and set me up for amazing success. its a game-changer for productivity, motivation, family planning or preventing and just understanding the daily changes our body goes through! this list is where you can find everything you need to aid your menstrual, follicular, ovulation and luteal phases
Looking to increase your protein intake? Low calorie meals / foods? Increase your overall nutrition intake? Take a look through this list of grocery finds to add to your own personal list!
Every winter my lips would split open mid-conversation and my nose felt like sandpaper by 2pm — I tried drinking more water, slathering on chapstick constantly, nothing worked. If you're the person who bleeds from their knuckles in January and wakes up with a sore throat from dry air every morning, this is everything I pieced together over two brutal winters. Grab what you need before the first cold snap hits — trust me, playing catch-up in December is miserable.
The list I wish I had before my c-section so I could have prepared ahead of time. These things made my c-section recovery so much more comfortable. Of course, consult your doctor for their recommendations for your specific case, these are just items that worked for me!
A full list of everything I needed for my Hysterectomy recovery!
extra suggestions:
- meal prep + snacks
- find activities or media to prevent boredom
- eat healthy beforehand
- braid your hair for surgery so you don’t have to detangle later
These are small everyday habits that help me keep my HbA1c stable while living with PCOS.
Disclaimer: This is not meant to be taken as medical advice, please discuss those with your personal care provider. These are swaps and systems from my lived experience that helped me keep my HbA1c around 5.4 without medication for several years.
Struggling with pain and sickness can feel so isolating and debilitating, it’s one of the worst feelings. That’s why I’ve compiled a list of the products I’ve tried that have helped me the most, so hopefully you can feel more comfortable.
As an autoimmune girly, I've bought my fair share of things to either help me feel better or make my days easier. These are all the things that help me and I reach for them on a daily basis.
Slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat and slide on some sunnies. This list has tips and products to help you stay safe in the sun. Some sections contain affiliate links from which I may receive a small commission.
Over the past few years, I’ve noticed that the little things I do daily make the biggest difference in how I show up for myself and others. This list is a collection of habits that ground me, boost my energy, and help me feel like the most confident, aligned version of myself. These aren’t “perfect routine” kind of habits—they’re simple, sustainable practices that remind me to slow down, take care of my body, and protect my peace of mind. If you’re looking for ways to feel more balanced, intentional, and at your best, these are the habits that have been true game-changers for me.
I'm huge on wellness, diet, and fitness and have curated these goodies over the years to help keep my hormone health, stress, skin, digestive health, and weight management in check✨
Alllll winter I was so so sick. Shingles was literally THEE worst ever. Looking back on it, here's the products that "gave me life" when I felt so crappy.
Stock up on these products for the next time you feel crappy!
We know PCOS can’t be cured, so it’s all about managing the symptoms and taking care of ourselves by lessening stress, taking care of our skin, and relaxing!
Your guide to staying comfortable, clean, and confident throughout your aligner journey. These are the exact essentials that make wearing Invisalign SO much easier—no pain, no stains, no funky breath… just smooth progress and a cleaner smile every day.
This list includes:
• Pain & pressure relief essentials for the first few days of a new tray
• Cleaning + hygiene must-haves to keep aligners crystal clear
• On-the-go tools so you’re never caught without what you need
• Storage + organization picks to keep your routine simple
• Products that prevent staining, dryness, and bad breath (aligner wear struggles we all know too well)
Whether you’re just starting or halfway through treatment, these items make a BIG difference in comfort, confidence, and results. Your teeth (and sanity) will thank you.
For those nights when you’re completely exhausted, but your mind is still going a mile a minute. This list is for moms who want a softer, easier wind-down routine with calming bedtime products for racing thoughts, body tension, stressful evenings, and making the bedroom feel more restful overall.
Everything I actually love having for those long NHS shifts. 👩⚕️💛
From little things that make a busy shift more comfortable to practical essentials that make life that bit easier when you're on your feet all day.
These are my go-to finds as a part-time NHS nurse and busy mum — tried, loved, and worth sharing! ✨
These are some of my favorite supplements that we use daily. From vitamins to electrolytes you will find high quality products that can help you feel your best.
*This list contains affiliate links, and I may earn a small commission when you purchase through them, at no extra cost to you.* I'm over 40 and my health and nutrition are a top priority. These supplements keep me feeling my best. I want to do everything I can to boost my longevity and healthy aging!
If you're dealing with endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, painful periods, bloating, fatigue, or flare-ups, you're not alone. This guide highlights chronic pain relief must-haves that can help make difficult days a little more manageable. From heating pads and wearable heat therapy to supportive self-care essentials, comfort products, and symptom-management tools, these are some of the items many people with endometriosis keep within reach during painful flare-ups. ✨ In this guide: Endometriosis pain relief essentials Heat therapy and comfort products Self-care tools for flare-up days Everyday chronic pain management favorites Tips for creating a more comfortable recovery routine Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been navigating endometriosis for years, these must-haves can help support your comfort and daily well-being.
Children have 5 to 8 colds a year on average.
This is because there are hundreds of different cold viruses and young children have no immunity to any of them as they have never had them before.
They gradually build up immunity and get fewer colds.
Most colds in younger children get better within 2 weeks.
These are some things I use during flairs, or to reduce flairs. I recommend using the Cetaphil body wash and hibiclens together, especially if your skin is really sensitive... For antiseptic effects and gentle moisture. Add a few drops of hibiclens on top of the body wash... I used it all over. I will add more soon.
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!
Health can be the overwhelming and I’ve done a lot of research trials and testing to finally find brands that I love and trust - I hope you can find something to help your health & longevity journey :)
This is a list of supplements I take and recommend. It is hard to meet your nutritional needs from diet alone. I feel a difference when I take several of these supplements especially collagen, CoQ10, and magnesium. This list contains affiliate links where I may earn commissions at no extra cost to buyers.
Real-life bariatric surgery finds from someone who has experienced both gastric sleeve and gastric bypass. I share honest recovery essentials, protein favorites, portioning tools, comfort items, and products that made each stage a little easier.
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
Whatever stage in your TTC/IVF journey you're in, I'm sorry you're a part of the club. I hope this list will help you lessen the decision fatigue – and do also know you're not alone!(While your clinic will equip you with everything you truly need, these extras are worth it, as it's the little things that can really make a difference in your journey.)
These are all of my favorite things for ME! Because Mommying is hard and each day is different, I always like to prioritize my health so I can take care of everyone in my family. Also, I like to hit the easy button. I work smarter, not harder, so these are not complicated or crazy—just simple and effective.
Unfortunately I have a low immune system and find myself fighting sickness at every corner. I need all the tricks to keep the germs away and stay healthy. I am trying to ensure all the products are natural too. I hope you find this list helpful.
Because I don't need 75 more hard things in my life. Things I am using on my 75 soft journey in 2026! The goal each day is to drink 100 oz of water, movement for 45 minutes, read 10 pages of a book, no alcohol, and eat well (for me this means limit the snacking and sweet treats)
SE Asia will give you be best meals of your life, but one wrong food/drink and you have to have an emergency meeting with some meds. As a Crohn's girlie, I had to hope for the best but prepare for the worst. The food was incredible across SE Asia. What was more incredible was I never suffered any digestive issues (outside of one way too spicy wing with red gravy). This list is all the items I purchased to keep me feeling my best while being able to eat most everything wanted! The best part about this list…is almost every item can be purchased with an HSA/FSA card on the CVS website.
These are some of the products I used besides better diet and lifestyle changes that made my son calmer and have less tantrums. He is a completely different person, makes eye contact, and responds to everything we tell him to do. Hope this helps your children as well. He changed a lot after using these products consistently, and especially after I started giving him smoothies and cooked veggies and greens with food. I cut off cow’s milk and fast food completely.
These are items that have help me survive gestational diabetes. These are helpful for checking blood sugar, planning meals, and staying prepared during the day.
NICU days are long, and moms need care too. A journal for the updates, something to drink, a layer for the cold room, and little comforts for when you finally get home. Ask the bedside team what's okay to bring in. Lavender is for home, not the NICU.
I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder 1 as a teenager 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.
Taking care of our bodies is the most important thing we can do, especially as we get older. Here are a few of my non negotiables when it comes fueling my body and making sure I’m in my best shape. All products are from Walmart!
This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you.
A few of my faves that make navigating life on a GLP medication a bit easier. I’ve been on and off these medications for roughly three years.
*not medical advice*
Trusted essentials and cozy comforts to help you breathe easier, sleep better, and get back to feeling like yourself. (Please consult your doctor before trying medication suggestions)
gifts for the neurodivergent mom in your life (or for yourself, no judgment). these are the things that actually help with sensory overwhelm, touch fatigue, and days where your nervous system is just done. nothing fussy, nothing that needs “one more step.” just stuff that makes life a little softer (:
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!
Hey, I'm no doctor so please don't take this as medical advice. Let's beat belly fat together. Seems like the older you get the more important it becomes. Belly fat is actually dangerous to your health. Diet, rest and excercise help too…
I’ve worked M-F in a clinic, Assisted Living, Dementia, Hospital, and Corrections. I’ve worked 16 hour shifts back to back, 12s, days and nights. I like to think I’m a super nurse 🦸🏻♀️
A curated collection of wellness essentials that support recovery, energy, fitness, and everyday health — including supplements, hydration favorites, and products that help me feel my best.
these items have helped me through a lot of pain and suffering. i discovered arthritis in the neck by the age of 23, years later a fibromyalgia diagnosis and then an unfortunate severe car accident that fractured my hip. and yet, i'm still here. but now just dealing with the daily immeasurable chronic pain. pain no longer deserves to live in YOUR body.
collection of the mental wellness staples + homeopathic remedies that keep me grounded, balanced, and sane on the hardest mom days. all my must-haves that actually make a difference. everything here is tried, loved, and used in my home.
start healing from the inside out — mentally, emotionally, and naturally. these are the tools I swear by in my wellness journey!
Coach spécialisée, j'ai testé un tas d'outils pour mieux vivre avec un TDAH et m’organiser avec ma motivation de loutre et ma mémoire de poisson rouge. En voici quelques uns !