Many things happen to our bodies while pregnant that linger with us after the baby is born. Maybe that extra 10 pounds? Maybe dark spots? Hair loss and most of us even get hemorrhoids. Yes, I said it… and you shouldn’t be ashamed. Today we featured a few mommy hacks on Tampa Bay Morning Blend, but we have so many more to share (we only had 4 minutes to dish on TV). Let us know your favorite mommy hack, and we’ll be back with more soon.
At the beginning of my pregnancy, my doctor told me “if you don’t have them already, it’s only a matter of time”. She was talking about hemorrhoids and she was right. A lot of moms hide their discomfort and find it shameful to talk about. Not me, for goodness sake, our bodies made a human, so of course, there will be some side effects. I do have some hacks to make you feel better fast.
1) Keep the Tucks Medicated Cooling Pads in the freezer to really enhance the soothing effect.
2) Lay the pads along a sanitary napkin for extended relief. Especially if you will be sitting for a while.
Tucks Medicated Cooling Pads
PRICE: $6.99
SHOP: Walgreens
Tucks offer immediate relief from the burning and itching. The formula is gentle and safe.
The witch hazel soothes and protects inflamed tissue, while the soft pads are ideal for sensitive areas.
Next Mommy Hack: Use your baby’s products on YOURSELF! This will save you coveted bathroom real estate, and they’re super clean and also work fantastic. I started stealing Ace’s sunscreen, and now I’m stealing his Organic Mustela Olive Oil and Aloe baby wash and lotion. I’ve never been softer! hah
Mustela Organic Collection
PRICE: $11.99-$17.99
SHOP: MustelaUsa.com
Straight-forward, fragrance-free and vegan formulas with fewer ingredients that keep simplicity in mind for both product and user – safe for the entire family from newborn to grandparent.
Dark spots- A lot of us get hormonal patching during pregnancy. Some marks fade but some stay with us. If you’re like me, you don’t want to use anything too harsh as a treatment because that could possibly transfer to your little one. Dr. Julius Few, aka Gwyneth Paltrow’s plastic surgeon, created a clean vitamin C serum that brightens with a customizable approach. The whole line called Afore is phenomenal. This serum is incredibly lightweight and designed to work with your skin type and on all skin tones.
Afore C Serum
PRICE: $125
SHOP: AFOREBeauty.com
This hydrating vitamin C serum repairs sun-damaged skin, helps improve sun protection when used with sunscreen, and stimulates collagen production. The serum was designed to provide additional hydration to dry skin types, while stimulating cell oxygenation and revitalizing and firming the skin. The vitamin C serum also comes in an Oily skin formula.
Another issue for mom’s post-birth can be massive hair loss. Now, doctors will tell you most of the time, it’s normal, and your hair will return eventually. I am all about kick-starting that process with BosleyMD Follicle Energizer. The best part, its perfect form moms on the go because you can put it right on your scalp, wet or dry. Less to forget while jumping out of that shower when you hear MOM!
BosleyMD Healthy Hair & Scalp Follicle Energizer
PRICE: $30
SHOP: ULTA
Support healthy hair function in areas of thinning with Bosley’s Healthy Hair & Scalp Follicle Energizer, an intensive, advanced leave-in treatment serum featuring Biotin and caffeine to help inhibit the effects of DHT on hair and scalp and strengthen hair follicles.
Blondes in Tampa are prone to brassiness due to the city water. Do you go back to the salon on the reg for a toner to remove the dinge and orange? Not necessary my blonde sister! Clairol Professional just launched three new products in their iconic Shimmer Lights Collection for some at-home maintenance. Spend your valuable mommy time at the salon for color, not to remove the brassy tones.
Clairol Professional Shimmer Lights Violet Toning Mask
PRICE: $10.99
SHOP: Ulta
Shimmer Lights Violet Toning Mask provides the perfect balance of violet toning and deep conditioning to keep blonde hair bright and shimmering with breakthrough technology. Violet pigments neutralize brass for a cool result with lavender extract and a special blend of jojoba, coconut and argan oils. Perfect for blonde, highlighted, and silver hair. Your blonde has a new best friend!
And one of my favorite mom hacks of 2020 (especially for Zoom meetings ) is to find a solid headband! Girl, a headband can hide your roots, pump up the volume and give you that little extra glam you need!
BelleFIXE Rose Collection Knotted Headband
PRICE: $16.00
SHOP: BelleFixe.com
Elevate any look with the classic knotted headband in a matte-satin rose finished fabric.
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