You can understand why families tend to spend the bulk of their time inside. Some 85% of the UK live in urban areas, and in that environment, it’s just natural that we’re more likely to find ourselves in our living rooms than outside. Throw in the fact that the UK receives more than its fair share of rainfall, plus the fact that we’re all slightly — or very — addicted our smartphones, and it becomes even more understandable.
When we hear the words feminine hygiene, our minds often jump to the usual suspects—period products, soap choices, and maybe even the age-old debate about scented vs. unscented. But the reality is, there’s a whole world of hygiene that rarely gets airtime. The quiet, less glamorous side of womanhood. The stuff we whisper to our friends or Google in private. Well, consider this your safe space, mama. Let’s unpack the feminine hygiene essentials that deserve more attention—and way less shame.
Sun protection is nothing to joke about. In fact, when you’re busying yourself slathering on some SPF, slapping on a hat and slipping your feet into sandals, you should be looking to protect your eyes. Sliding up some shades is a great idea, as this is a vital part of your body that can often be left out when it comes to the sunshine checklist each day. So, here’s how to protect your eyes in the sunshine.
Everyone can definitely agree that childhood is such a magical time. It’s full of wonder, laughter, and memories that stay with kids for life. But when you’re balancing a career and a million other responsibilities, giving your little ones that fairytale childhood can feel like a pipe dream. There might be sweet things you really want to do, such as taking them on a spontaneous trip to Disneyland, helping them out in sports, spending more time helping them with homework, doing more movie marathons, or whatever else.
Trauma can create some deep residue in us that is pervasive and touches on all parts of our lives. Oftentimes healing from trauma — be it physical, emotional, or psychological- is a labyrinth of sorts. The good news is that with the help of a great support system, and the right strategies you can not only make it through this but come out stronger on top. Healing your trauma, and reclaiming your life starts with internal chaos-awareness and then weaving all parts of you back together to regain wholeness. In this guide, we will introduce you to the fundamentals of how to recover and thrive after experiencing trauma, so that you get stronger rather than lose your trust in humanity forever.