Simply Tasheena: December 2021

The holidays are meant to create memories and to spend time with your loved ones. As a mom, I know the holidays can become pretty stressful. From shopping for friends and family, family gatherings, to volunteering your time. You can be stretched pretty thin, leaving you with little time to actually enjoy those little moments, and time for self-care. A few years ago, I started incorporating self-care days during the holidays. In the past, I would typically host intimate holiday dinners at my home, which takes a lot of time and energy to execute. I started planning at-home spa days before and after those events. I feel so refreshed after my at-home spa day. It’s like having a mini-vacation but at home, whether it's just for the holidays, or you start to incorporate your at-home spa day into your schedule. Below, I'm sharing tips to assist you in creating the perfect self-care day at home.

Tidy
I've learned that it's not fun to have a self-care day if your home isn't tidy. Try to schedule your special day during a time when you clean or have your home professionally cleaned. For example, if you know for the holidays you typically have a cleaning service come a week before Christmas to clean your home, plan your self-care day for the same day in which they come if possible. It's one less thing you have to do, and you really can enjoy your home. If you typically clean Saturday mornings, schedule your at-home spa day for Saturday evening or Sunday morning.

Don't Over Think
It's so easy to overthink the first couple of self-care days, especially when your children are smaller. Once these days start to be on rotation in your schedule, it makes it a lot easier to incorporate them. Don't overthink the small stuff! If you forget something, add it to your at-home spa day list.

Wish List
Create an at-home spa day wish list. There may be products that you would like to try or even a wish list of products that you would like to order or books you would like to immerse yourself in on your special day. Write a "wish list" of items that would make your day extra special.

Plan
As a mom, our schedules can be pretty busy. Look at your calendar, whether you're using a planner or the calendar on your phone. At first glance, you may not see that you have any time for self-care. Perhaps you have to wake up a little early on Sunday to have the perfect spa day at home or go to sleep a little later than usual. Look to see what works for you, and implement those days.

Shopping List
Create a shopping list for your must-haves in order to have the perfect spa day at home. Do you need the perfect exfoliant or body wash? The perfect plush robe? A nail polish kit? Or a good book to conclude your perfect day?

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It's offocially the holidays, and the temps are already starting to feel like winter in Connecticut. Up until last year, I would get sick before and/or after the holidays. I remember one year, maybe about two years ago. I had a speaking engagement. I noticed waking up I just didn't feel right, and about two hours before the event I felt horrible. Of course, I didn't cancel, I felt so bad because I honestly didn't feel like myself. It was actually my last speaking engagement I had, and I vowed to myself that this wouldn't happen again. The event was about an hour away from my home, and I remember getting off the away to get some cold and flu remedies. My throat was swollen, and I could barely speak. From that point on, I've educated myself, and I'm happy to say that last year, was one of the first years in which I could remember that I wasn't out of commission for about a week. Being a mom, I did have obligations, and I honestly just had stuff that I wanted to do. Plus, it just sucks not feeling your best.

6 Simple Tips to Stay Cold and Flu Free

Immune Boosting Products
One of my favorite daily routines is drinking warm lime/lemon water in the morning. This drink has so many amazing benefits. I created a post all about it here. It's so important to make sure that you include immune-boosting foods in your daily diet in order to stay healthy.

Bundle Up
From trial and error stay bundled up! No one has the same immune system. What works for some. May not work for others. It's also very important to note that our immune system changes over time. So as a child, you could go outside during the colder months without a jacket. Though it's considered a myth. If you had gloves on and touched a door after someone sneezed on it, you inadvertently protected yourself.

Sleep More
Noting getting an adequate amount of rest can lower your immune system. It's so important to have daily nightly routines to ensure that you're getting enough rest.

Stress Less
Just like not getting enough sleep can cause you to get sick. Stress is also a leading factor.

Exercise Often
Since starting my healthy lifestyle, I've seen firsthand the difference in my health. It's so important to incorporate exercise into your daily life. Whether your goal is to take the stairs while out and about and/or at work or walk 5 miles each day. It doesn't matter how you start, as long as you start.

Wash Your Hands
Yes, hand sanitizer liquid and wipes are fine, and it's amazing if you do not have anything in reach. However, please, if you have soap and water in your reach. Use it!

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Products I use on a daily basis (as recommended)

Immune Boosting Recipes

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This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.

The holidays are very special, and it’s the perfect time to spend with your loved ones, and simply just be in the moment. I've been on the hunt for the perfect self-care products for myself, and to give as a gift to my loved ones. Practicing self-care is so important, especially during the holiday season. I always look forward to partnering with Babbleboxx, they always introduce my family to so many amazing new and exciting products. I love getting the opportunity to try new stuff and share them with you guys. Plus, I'm able to try some products that I've never heard of before. My most recent Babbleboxx was jam-packed with some amazing products for the ultimate self-care experience for this holiday season and beyond.

Vitamin C Cleanser & Vitamin C Peel Off Mask from InstaNatural

I am very selective when it comes to skincare products and I have to say that InstaNatural products were love at first try.

The InstaNatural Vitamin C Cleanser felt amazing on my skin. I love that it’s perfect for all skin types and it brightens skin, reduces signs of aging, and minimizes pores & blemishes. What I also love about this product is that you can use it twice a day, and it only requires a dime-size amount of this cleanser.

The InstaNatural Vitamin C Peel Off Mask has been a total game-changer for my skincare routine. I honestly can't remember the last time I tried a peel-off mask, and I’ve really been missing out. Not only was this mask super fun to use. It also has so many amazing benefits like:
Instantly exfoliates for softer, smoother skin.
Minimizes signs of aging and reduces enlarged pores, blackheads & blemishes.

My skin felt so soft after using this mask, and I'm so happy that it's now a part of my self-care routine.

Moroccan Rose Shea Sugar Scrub from Tree Hut

I was introduced to Tree Hut products for the first time last year, and I’m so happy that I’m now getting the opportunity to experience the Moroccan Rose Shea Sugar Scrub. I just love how this scrub makes my skin feel, and has so many amazing benefits for my skin. Sugar is a natural exfoliant that effectively polishes away dead skin while helping to boost circulation to the skin surface. Plus, Natural Shea Butter is known to deeply moisturize, nourish and soften dry skin while helping to promote elasticity, and the Natural Oils condition skin to help prevent dryness and balance hydration for a refined, healthy glow. The winter months can cause havoc on my skin, and I’m so happy that I have Moroccan Rose Shea Sugar Scrub from Tree Hut as part of my self-care routine. Plus, it also makes the perfect stocking stuffer for a loved ones.