Photo cred: misuma Getty Images/iStock photo I don't know about you all, but I get very complacent with my beauty routine, rarely switching up products and doing my research. In the past, my "research" has consisted of what is available at Target, whether I deem it affordable, and if it simply works for my skin. … Continue reading Grading your skincare regime
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Lessons from Heaven
When you experience the loss of a child, it's hard to get in the mindset of finding a "light" amidst all of the darkness. When you do however, it gives you strength and courage to put one foot in front of the other and keep living your life. Being reflective means you can find some … Continue reading Lessons from Heaven
Red raspberry leaf tea
Back when I was expecting our first child, I approached my doctor about drinking "pregnancy tea". If you are unfamiliar with the tea, it is a blend of red raspberry leaf, nettle leaf, and a proprietary blend of spearmint life, lemon verbana leaf, rose hip, and alfalfa leaf. Drinking it in pregnancy is supposed to … Continue reading Red raspberry leaf tea
September 24th
Today one of my students asked me if I had a son. I started to shake my head "yes", then rolled it into a "no", back again, and then just looked away. You see, today is also the day my son was due. Since his birth and passing, I have had countless hypothetical conversations in … Continue reading September 24th
PAIL Awareness Month
Believe it or not, October is fast approaching. While you are most likely aware that it is Breast Cancer Awareness month, did you also know that it is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness (PAIL) month? Back in 1988, President Ronald Regan designated the month of October to babies gone too soon. Movements and missions have … Continue reading PAIL Awareness Month
What to expect, when you’re not expecting
This particular post has been forming in my head for months. I've struggled with what words I want to use, what information I want to share, what I feel like is just enough to say without offending anyone. In the end however, what type of platform would this be if I didn't speak the raw, … Continue reading What to expect, when you’re not expecting
Weekly Winter Skincare Routine
When taking care of yourself, it is important to not forget your skin. Creating a skincare routine specific to your skins needs while taking into consideration the seasons and what you expose yourself to is vital. The key to implementing a skincare routine that works for you, is to get to know your skin. Determine … Continue reading Weekly Winter Skincare Routine
Getting Started with Essential Oils
If you saw my recent Style & Health post, you read that I was recently getting into essential oils. While I am not sure I'm ready to jump in and order every oil on the market and substitute over the counter medicine for them, I do like the idea of promoting healthy living in a … Continue reading Getting Started with Essential Oils
Tips for a New Year
Essential Oils
I am extremely new (and late) to the essential oil game. While I am not a connoisseur of all things oil - I have recently grown intrigued by their supposed super-powers of healing and aiding in improving health. For a while, I have had a few bottles (eucalyptus, tea tree, rosemary, and lavender) hanging around … Continue reading Essential Oils
