When I was younger, I never got migraines. I could stay up all night, running on empty, and remain completely unaffected. (Boy, those were the days!) Today? Well, let's just say that migraines and I have become fairly well acquainted. I typically get them around "that time of the month", and they are completely and utterly miserable. I tend to become very sensitive to both light and sound, and my head will feel like it's literally about to explode. When these migraines strike, I become cranky, weepy, and just want to go hide somewhere dark in a fetal position and cry it out. I'm sure many of you can relate, since migraines affect a whopping 113 MILLION people. At least that's how many folks called in sick to work due to a migraine. Staggering statistic, don't you agree? Thankfully, there are some ways to help minimize the effects of a migraine as soon as you feel the onset of one. I personally use all of these methods, and I have found they do provide some much-needed relief.
Stopain Migraine Topical Pain Relieving Gel is safe, effective, and works quickly to help relieve pain caused by migraines. It is a Homeopathic product that contains Mentholum, Belladonna, Iris Versicolor and Sanguinaria Canadensis. It does not contain aspirin, caffeine, or acetaminophen, and has absolutely no known drug interactions. It is also free of any artificial dyes or fragrances. This product is safe to use, and is applied to the skin, just behind the ears. This is actually where migraines start. (You can check out THIS VIDEO to learn how to apply Stopain properly.) The best time to use Stopain is right when you start feeling the discomfort and pain of a migraine. Once applied, Stopain goes to work right away to ease migraine symptoms. You will feel an immediate cooling sensation right away. If symptoms persist after 30 minutes, you can reapply, up to 4 times daily. It can be used alone, or in conjunction with oral migraine medications. I have been using this product for a little while now, and I have to admit, it really does help! Does it eliminate my migraines completely? Well, no....But it does take the edge off and reduce my discomfort greatly while I wait for my OTC meds to kick in, if the coffee hasn't, already. I have truly noticed a remarkable difference using this topical pain relieving gel, and it has become a must-have in my medicine cabinet. Stopain Migraine Walmart Contest Take some of the headache out of shopping and enter to win a Walmart gift card. Ten winners will each receive a $50 gift card Walmart. Weekly winners announced on the Stopain Migraine Facebook page each Friday through 7/17 Find Stopain Migraine at Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com, as well as at www.StopainMigraine.com. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take advantage of a special $2 on-box instant coupon at Walmart stores! CLICK HERE FOR A $3 OFF COUPON. Stopain Migraine is available at Walmart stores and www.walmart.com. To learn more about Stopain Migraine, visit www.stopainmigraine.com and LIKE the brand on Facebook. This is a product-provided, sponsored conversation that contains affiliate links. I received a package of Stopain Migraine for my own personal use. All opinions, text and experiences are my own. Welcome to theJW Pets Summer Fun SweepstakesSponsored by JW PetsOrganized by Budget Earth[insert giveaway button] With summer here in full force, many of us are excited to be spending time outdoors with our favorite dogs. To make summer even better, JW Toys is excited to announce two new lines of toys - their Megalast Glow in the Dark toys and JW Hol-ee bones. These fun toys allow for hours of fun indoors and out by giving your dogs durable, safe toys. While the Megalast toys glow in the dark to make nightime play more fun, the Hol-ee bones allow you to place treats inside, keeping your dog busy for hours as they try to figure out how to get the treat. To learn more about these wonderful toys for puppies and adult dogs, check out Budget Earth's JW Megalast & Hol-ee Bone Toys review! Want to win some fun toys for your dog for summer play? Budget Earth and some of their favorite bloggers are excited to be working with JW on this fantastic giveaway, where one lucky reader will win an assortment of JW toys featured in the picture below. To learn more, make sure to read the rules and then enter through the Rafflecopter.JW Pets Summer Fun Sweepstakes
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Anyone who knows me is well aware of the fact that I suffer from absolutely horrible allergies. I am allergic to SO many different things, such as dust and mold, pollen, grass, and almost every kind of furry animal. I sneeze and wheeze all year long, unfortunately. I wish I could say that in 34 years I have gotten used to it, but how does one truly ever get used to feeling perpetually miserable?
While my allergies are terrible, I also love my pets. We have a zoo going on here, with both cats and dogs living among us. We adore our fur-babies, but I'd be lying if I said that their fur and dander didn't cause me some pain. I deal with it because my animals are worth it to me. Since we are in a multi-pet household, I am always looking for ways to improve our indoor air quality. I hate the way pets can smell, and I also don't like allergens floating around constantly invading my sinuses. There HAS to be a way for everyone to coexist peacefully. I have found that air purifiers have been a complete Godsend in my home. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Like most women, I definitely appreciate beautiful things. Whether it's freshly picked flowers or one of those oh-so-trendy charm bracelets everyone's raving about, I often find myself admiring these things of beauty.
Unfortunately, the fact that I have 3 kids, one of which is a teenage boy that eats as much as a small army, prevents me from buying a lot of "fancy things" for myself. I'm not complaining, mind you. The kids ALWAYS come first, and I am happy to make personal sacrifices to ensure they have the best childhoods possible. Still, I do catch myself admiring beautiful things and wishing that one day we could afford such luxuries. So when I learned about the more affordable charm bracelets from Soufeel, I was definitely excited and curious. Bracelets with the look and feel of Pandora, at a fraction of the cost? Is it too good to be true? Caprese Chicken Pasta Salad Featuring Door to Door Organics #JoyDelivered #KitchenMavenCLE #Ad7/12/2015 ***Disclosure: I received complimentary service to facilitate my review. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Door to Door Organics is famous for their customizable subscription produce boxes. In these produce boxes, you will receive amazingly fresh, organic fruits and veggies. You can opt for the preselected boxes, or substitute items if there's something your family doesn't particularly care for. Like onions. We skipped the onions.
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That's right! The brand new movie, "Minions" is in theaters right now! How cool is that?! I know my kids are super-excited, and I am pretty sure we will be making a surprise trip to the movie theater later this week. (Shh! Don't tell the kiddos!) Anyway, in celebration of "Minions", the folks at MEGA BLOKS have an exciting new line of building sets featuring everyone's favorite mischief-makers, the Minions. These sets are perfect for those rainy days that we've been having so many of, since they will keep kids entertained for hours on end. They are great for kids ages 5 and up, although I found that my 38 year old husband was sucked into the fun, too! The decision to have a baby is a major milestone in any woman's life. It's the decision to allow your heart to go walking around outside of your body, and it's not to be taken lightly. Sadly, conceiving doesn't always come easily for every couple. I know this all too well. It took Dan and I quite some time to have our daughter and son, and we even suffered a few losses before we successfully completed our family. It was a long road, but looking back, all of our struggles were worth it ten-fold. Are you trying to conceive? Here are some easy, relatively painless ways that you can improve your chances of success:
HOW IT WORKS: When trying to conceive, it is vital to provide an environment where sperm has a chance of survival. Environmental conditions are affected by pH levels, osmolality (the concentration of substances like sodium and potassium) and the consistency of egg white cervical mucus. While traditional lubricants may affect these conditions and inhibit sperm motility, studies have shown that Astroglide TTC is compatible with sperm, oocytes and embryos and allows sperm to move freely. TTC is specially formulated with adjusted pH levels, compatible osmolality and a consistency similar to that of your own cervical mucus, making it less likely to hinder sperm motility than traditional lubricants. TTC also contains galactose, which is found naturally in semen, as well as fructose, the main source of energy for sperm. Like all Astroglide products, TTC also temporarily relieves vaginal dryness during sexual activity. Astroglide TTC™ retails for $12.99. (This is a great price, folks!) You can purchase it at Amazon, Drugstore.com, CVS, and otherfine retailers. Connect with Astroglide on Facebook and on Pinterest. You can even submit your own testimonial. Astroglide TTC™ sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine " "***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Summer is synonymous with fun in our home. After long, brutal winters, we enjoy being able to finally head outside for both play and relaxation in the sun. Unfortunately, Mother Nature has had other ideas, and we've had more than our share of rainy afternoons lately as well. (Thank goodness we have plenty of Play-Doh for indoor creative play!)
Yesterday, however, was absolutely gorgeous. Mid to upper 70's, sunny, with a nice, cool breeze. Perfect weather for some outdoor play. When I told the kids we were going to take the party outside, they were more than happy to oblige. Okay. I DID have an ulterior motive in driving the kiddos outdoors. With so much rain recently, my family room had been taken over by toys, and there was a TON of dried-up "Play-Doh Gravel" embedded in my carpets. I needed a break from the screaming, and I needed to clean up a bit. Since I have a teenager in the house, I often have him take the littles outside so I can get some work done. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation was provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Do your kids love being creative? Mine sure do! They love being able to draw, paint, mold, or sculpt any chance they get. I am a huge fan of creative play, as studies have shown that creative minds often find success in academic areas as well.
One of Sophie and Xander's favorite ways to express their creativity is through playing with Play-Doh. I mean, come on! What kid doesn't LOVE Play-Doh?! This is a classic childhood favorite, and definitely much loved in our home. Recently, the awesome folks at Hasbro sent us a couple of fun-filled Play-Doh play sets featuring some of our favorite characters: My Little Pony's Rainbow Dash and of course, the lovable Minions from Despicable Me. |
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