Jan 26, 2016 | Body & Beauty
Pregnancy isn’t an easy adventure for anyone, but the hardest challenge comes with trying to stay comfortable. The body is expanding and growing a miracle, and it hurts. Of course, it’s still a beautiful process, but if she’s not comfortable, then any enjoyment is out the window.
A well-nurtured pregnancy is well worth the effort, and we know these tips will help you get there.
Tips for Staying Comfortable During Pregnancy
Help Her Sleep
She’ll need a lot of sleep, and if she doesn’t get it, you can bet on a difficult day. So respect her needs. She may need to sleep in or even go to bed early and rise early. Some days she may need darkness, others light. Some days white noise and other days, silence. Try to be flexible. Remember, it doesn’t have to make sense, it just has to be respected.
Invest in a Body Pillow
Get her a body pillow. These are wonderful additions to the bed as they support the hips, the belly, neck, and back depending on how you use them. This will not only make for a better night sleep but also come in handy when the baby is born.
Keep Her Hydrated
It’s vital that she stay hydrated both for herself and the growing child. If she is dehydrated, there won’t be enough embryonic fluid, which can lead to complications. If she can’t handle the taste of water, play with it. Add ice, lemon wedges, or cucumber slices and a couple drops of stevia to sweeten it. Don’t be discouraged if she doesn’t like it. Remember, this is frustrating for her too.
Body Care
Keep body relaxation and pampering on the schedule regularly. Book her weekly or monthly massages if it’s in the budget. Rub her neck, feet, and hands a few times per week without complaining. Use the best Eucalyptus Oil ShowerMist to make her a foot soak or a steam shower to not only relax those tired muscles but to help energize her without the use of caffeine.
Remember, her body is constantly changing, and she has more hormones circulating through her than she knows what to do with. If she’s edgy, see how you can help but be sure not to take anything personally. Her feeling sick and uncomfortable is not your fault. But if you’re short-tempered, defensive or aggressive, that will be your fault and not a smart move. Just be loving and patient. Be sure to invest time into yourself and remember that this too, shall pass.
Those are just a few ideas to start with, but we are confident that they will make a world of difference, so try them!
What other pregnancy tips do you have? Share them in the comments and spread the word on social media!
Jan 25, 2016 | Health & Wellness
We’ve all been there for whatever reason be it an intense activity, standing all day at work or walking around an amusement park, but foot pain can be really intense. Of course, the best remedy for this is to get off your feet, but aside from kicking back and relaxing, we want to share some easy relief giving tips you can use to ease those tired and sore feet.
5 Quick Tips to Heal Foot Pain Naturally
Steam and Soak
Sometimes aching feet are simply the result of bearing too much stress on the muscles or connective tissues. The best remedy for this is a Eucalyptus foot bath. Just soak your feet in a small tub or in a store-bought foot spa with warm to hot water for 5-10 minutes. Before adding the water, add a couple sprays of our Eucalyptus Oil ShowerMist to the water for a cooling effect as well as anti-inflammatory benefits. If your feet are swollen, hot, or tired, use cool water instead of warm and elevate your feet for a half hour or more after the soak.
Stretch Well
Muscles contracting or spasming are from being overworked or stressed. Stretch your feet, calves, legs, and hips to counteract this tightness. The best time to stretch is after intense activity and a warm soak when the muscles will be most relaxed.
Massage
This is always your preferred method, right? Best done after the soak and stretch, simply apply oil or lotion to your soles and massage, placing gentle thumb pressure to any sore areas of the feet. Focus on the length of the arch, from the ball of the foot to the heel. You can best feel it on the sole of your foot when you flex your toes upward.
Wear Arch Supports
For the best maintenance, be sure to use a daily arch support in your shoes. These will help decrease the shock that your feet experience with every step. The heel and ball of the foot are especially prone to soreness, and full-length arch supports will help cushion these areas. Custom-made supports are also available, offering specialized support and accommodating specific foot problems.
The arch of your foot is important to take care of since it gives form and support to the foot, which helps absorb shock when your feet hit the ground. Tightness of the inner arch can often be a root cause of heel soreness.
Check Your Shoes
Check if your shoes are a large contributor to your pain. It’s important that you choose functionality over function. These days it’s easy to find good shoes that not only support your feet but look fashionable as well, so don’t compromise. If you do have proper shoes, but they have excess wear and tear, they’re likely contributing to your sore feet. Also be sure to have your feet measured before your next shoe purchase; you’d be surprised to find out how many people are wearing the wrong sizes.
Use these tips and find relief today. There’s no reason to live with excessive foot pain anymore.
Do you have any helpful foot pain relief tips? If so, comment below and share this on social!
Oct 19, 2014 | Uncategorized
Anxiety is a problem that plagues a majority of the population but that doesn’t mean it should stay.
Prescription medications can have damaging side affects and aren’t always effective. What you need are a few easy ways to find relief from your anxiety at home fast and naturally. You deserve it.
Worst Case Scenario
Many times we get anxious because we are seeing a dramatized version of reality. We fear the worst. So imagine the worst case scenario, in all of it’s fright and think of what you would do. It’s likely that in the worst realistic scenario, you are still fed, still have a place to sleep (even if it’s a friend’s couch) and even the friend who let you use it. This leads me to the next point…
Gratitude
Yes, this word is thrown around like a trend, but the truth is, it’s vital. Be thankful for those friends that are there for you no matter what, even if you can think of just one. Be thankful for every bite of food, for every smile you encounter, for every breath you take effortlessly…. Rest in that gratitude and then DO something with it.
Get Activated
You’ve imagined the worst, found gratitude for what really is, and now it’s time to be activated. Breathe deeply. Get the oxygen flowing to all corners of your brain; that’s when it functions the best. Get outside and touch nature. Breathe deep. Run. Stretch. Dance. Laugh. Find what feels good and do LOTS of it.
Feel Good
Do things that make you feel good. It’s not narcissistic and selfish; it’s pure self love. How can you give to others if you are empty? Pamper yourself. Of course, we recommend our Eucalyptus Oil Shower Mist for a day at the spa, or just for a relaxation night at home. Turn off the TV and social media and just rest. Find a book. Journal. Draw. Close your eyes and see all the beauty unfolding in your life.
Pass It On
The best way to keep your newly re-activated positive mood is to pass it on to others. This time, you be the one to share a smile or encouraging word. The moment you feel better, be contagious about it! You’ll be amazed to see how much your own sense of peace grows and gets stronger!
Your inner health is as important as your outer health. At Eurospa, we are committed to quality in our products that allow you the possibility for both. So, today, let the stress go and take care of yourself. You matter. That’s why we are here!
Apr 14, 2014 | Uncategorized
Grabbed your attention with that one, didn’t I? That’s because you deserve to look incredible at any age, for any occasion. When you have a big event or are going somewhere, being told that your skin can be glowing in less than an hour can seem far fetched but it’s entirely possible and true!
It’s so easy to be discouraged when we know we need to (or want to) look our best but see an image far from youthful or glowing in the mirror. From our diets and stressors to locations and energy levels, life can really take a toll on your skin.
We can all agree to that when we first wake up and take a look in the mirror with the drooping skin reminding us of both gravity and the progression of time.
But can we beat this natural progression…..naturally?
I am happy to say that while we may not be able to beat it entirely, we can slow it down with these simple and easy to implement tools and habits. Choose them all or the ones that feel right and watch your metamorphosis take place!
Ready? Let’s do this.
1. Water : I can’t stress this aspect enough. You know that feeling that overcomes you around 3 or 4pm when you just feel like a wilted flower? Well, logic tells us that when a flower wilts, there is a need for some serious hydration. You can have all the sun you want, but in the end, it’s the water that provides the supple life vibrancy in plants, animals and humans. Try to get 60 to 80 ounces a day for best results. Pound down some H2O and watch the dark circles get lighter and skin get tighter. Drink to your health.
2. Baking Soda Scrub: It’s crunch time and the day has taken it’s toll on your skin. If you’ve worn makeup, massage a little olive oil to remove it, and then sprinkle some baking soda onto your finger tips. Massage *gently* in small circular motions, avoiding the more sensitive eye areas. Rinse with warm water and then splash your face a few times with the cold stuff. Your circulation will thank you and your skin will be silky soft!
3. Egg White Mask: This tip is one of my favorites. What you will need: a little bowl or dish a fork, 1 egg white and a lemon wedge. Put the white in the bowl and add the lemon wedge juice, whipping it gently with a fork until the vitamin C creates little foam bubbles. With your fingers or a paint brush, gently spread the mix along the tops of your cheeks, chin, nose, jaw and across your forehead, avoiding the eyes entirely, as lemon juice is not a friend to our eyes! It may begin to itch or feel tight. It could run a little. I suggest laying down in a hot bath as it sets and dries. After about 10-15 minutes, take a wet cloth and wipe off the mask, starting at the top and working your way down. Add your favorite moisturizer and presto! You look incredible.
5. Steam: Go traditional and simply add our eucalyptus shower spray to one pint of steaming water in a large bowl or pot. Lean over the container, covering your head with a towel and allow your face to take in the steam for 5-10 minutes. (Alternatively, while your in the bath, add it to the bath water) This supports the skin’s natural self cleansing functions, opening pores and reducing buildup and eruptions.
You are now fully equipped with some natural remedies to revive that youthful glow that loves to shine through you! To enhance your experience further, please visit us at Eurospa to find out more about our menthol crystals and eucalyptus products for home and spa! We look forward to serving you!
Mar 19, 2014 | Uncategorized
Stress is a hot topic everywhere whether you are male or female and so often it has to do with our busy lives and family dynamic. But how do you relieve that stress when you feel there’s just no time to handle it? It’s time we talk about the simple and affordable tips to relieve stress quickly at home and on the go.
Let’s talk about the men first. We know you guys. You are a hard working crowd with a lot of pressure on your shoulders. And whether you are the game watching or fine dining type, you have the right to experience the relaxing fruit of your labor!
And Ladies? We know you too. Whether you are a mother at home, working hard at your career or the busiest of the two worlds: BOTH, we invite you to take the time here and there to reward yourself for your thorough dedication to your many responsibilities!
I know we all have heard of the dangers stress brings to our lives, but I do want to touch base on a few major points (before I go into the fixes) so that we remember to take it seriously and take charge of the stress relief we so greatly deserve.
So what is stress? It’s simply a fact of nature. Forces from the inside or outside world affect people in various ways and the individual responds to stress in ways that affect both themselves and their environment as well. Due to the overabundance of stress in our modern lives, we tend to think of stress as a negative experience, but from a biological point of view, stress can be a neutral, negative, or positive experience. In general, stress is related to both the external and internal factors. External factors include the physical environment, such as your job, relationships with others, your home and all the situations, challenges, and expectations you have to deal with on a daily basis. Internal factors determine how your body responds to and deals with the external stress-inducing factors. The internal factors that influence your ability to handle all that stress include your nutritional state, overall health and fitness levels, emotional well-being, and the amount of sleep and rest you get.
Now that that’s clear, let’s talk about some simple ways to deal with it all!
- Move Your Body: Pretty clear, don’t you think? When we move our bodies via running, dancing, yoga, weight training, cycling and other forms of movement, we release dopamine (a happy hormone) and get rid of cortisol (the stress hormone that wreaks havoc). Our heart rate increases and our whole bodies get into a groove of joy and excitement.
- Eat Well, Live Well: Just a few simple rules here. Stay away from white foods as much as you can. This includes white breads, pastas, rice and sugar. These cause peaks and lows with our blood sugar, contributing to mood swings and feelings of anxiety. Make sure your food includes veggies and fruits in a variety of color (extra greens if you can) and that you are adequately hydrated. DRINK WATER. You may be surprised at how much that single tip helps!
- Breathe Deep: Annoying people and frustrating circumstances are all around us and this is the most easy tip yet the hardest to remember. Breathe in through your nose slowly and deeply, pausing at the peak of inhalation. This activates the back of your brain, causing a slower and calmer reaction time.
- Relax: This is, of course the most enjoyable tip. What relaxes you? Whether it’s a massage or a slow walk in the park, you can determine what you will enjoy. I know for me, my favorite two things are to sit in a hot tub or sauna or to sit in the sunshine with a book.
- Gratitude: Be thankful. Yes, times can be hard. I’m not at all saying it’s easy. We can recognize the pain, feel it and then take a deep breathe and really be thankful for the beauty that *is* in our lives – the things that are working, the people that do love us and the health we are experiencing.
- Laugh: Enjoy your laughter! Talk to an old friend and think back on old times. Recall stories that make you smile. Play with children. Invite friends over for charades! Watch a comedy. Laughter is healing. Don’t underestimate it’s power.
- Sleep: Here’s the most medicinal one. We tend to slack on sleep because our work and family load can keep us busy until midnight. Then we wake to being our recurring routine at 6 am the following morning and then wonder why we are burnt out. Many medical studies agree that we need to turn off all media at least an hour prior to bed time. In that hour, practice the art of being in the present moment and just letting everything else go. Take a hot bath with some drops of lavender oil and a few sprays of eucalyptus shower mist to the steam – and do the same with the lavender and eucalyptus to your pillow and bed sheets for an even deeper sleep relaxation. Read, pray and be thankful. Trust that tomorrow will have plenty of beauty of it’s own to be thankful for as well.
Your health is so important and it begins with your state of mind and being. Take care of your mind, body and soul and the rest will begin to fall more peacefully into place. At Eurospa we want to know that people’s live are enriched and full of beautiful health. Don’t hesitate to ask what we can do for you!
Enjoy the day that awaits you!
by: Navae Fiona
