Thanks to SUDAFED® for sponsoring today's discussion. We've had spring like weather for weeks now in Western Washington. It has been absolutely lovely. But with Spring often comes Sinus pressure, pain, and discomfort. Do you suffer from sinus pain? Are you missing out on everyday life because of it? Well, keep reading. This season, I've dealt with more sinus pressure than normal. We've actually had the warmest weather on record in February. Sinus pressure can keep you indoors, … [Read more...]
Eight Ways to Combat Stress Naturally
I had an eye opening moment recently. An epiphany I suppose. I was lying down next to my Little Man one afternoon. Flipping through the television channels and I saw one of those doctor shows on and the topic was stress and anxiety. It was then that I realized that I am suffering from stress and anxiety - nothing serious, but enough that I wanted to do something about it. You know when you know something is wrong with you, but you just keep sweeping it under the rug? You take care of others … [Read more...]
Could You Use an Online Health Record Keeper for Kids?
Do you keep track of your children's health records? Or like me, is everything shredded and you trust that your local doctor has everything organized and on file? What about during an emergency or after office hours and you need some piece of information? That is where Kinsights comes in. Not just a health record keeper, Kinsights is also a great community of parents that offer help and advice in this difficult task of parenting. [Tweet "Because you never know when you might need your child's … [Read more...]
How You Can Help Pregnant Moms Around the World
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central and Kangu. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. I have been blessed to have two healthy babies. My birth stories were positive and my medical care was top-notch with both of my babies. I realize how blessed I am to live here in the US, have great medical insurance, and have healthy kids. I know that many people in our country and around the world do not have this same luxury. In fact, … [Read more...]
My Husband Eats the Same Breakfast Everyday!
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BreakfastDuo #CollectiveBias For the last three years my husband has eaten the same breakfast everyday! Yep. Steel cut oats to be exact. He loves it. It is one of those things I absolutely love about him, but also drives me a little crazy. It is really his personality to love a certain food and eat it daily for life. But in all honesty, I am thankful - he is so healthy, healthier … [Read more...]
Have You Heard of the Underwareness campaign?
Thank you Depend for sponsoring today's post about the #dropyourpants #underwareness campaign. Did you know there are 65 million people suffering from bladder leakage each year? In fact, maybe you suffer from bladder leakage. I have an aunt who purchases products each month at the store for light bladder leakage. There should not be embarrassment associated with this health condition. In fact, it is pretty normal. Just not talked about often. Another close family member began suffering … [Read more...]
A Brain Cancer Update (My Wish This Season)
This post brought to you by What’s your wish?. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Long Wait For Isabella. I realized that I haven't updated you all on how my sister-in-law, Melanie is doing. As many of you know, she found out she had terminal brain cancer 3 years ago. After a few brain surgeries and a year of chemotherapy, I am excited to say that the brain tumor is not growing back at this time. She still must go back in for an MRI every 3 months but right now things are … [Read more...]
