When describing motherhood, I tend to start off by explaining how it’s the hardest and best job I’ve ever had. Then I literally visualize his face and warm squishiness (yes, that’s a word) and the gushes of love and tingles shoot me up the rainbow of praise for my boy. I love him as I’ve never loved before, but it sure as hell is exhausting. My little Ace is a toddler at 20 months, and a busy one. Sure, I need a break but I don’t think that comes when you decide to be a mom, and certainly not when you endeavor on being a single mom.
If you asked me what I want most for Mother’s Day, I would say sleep. Not just a nap for me, but a week of uninterrupted sleep for both of us at night. Since that’s probably not going to happen for a few more years, I’ll settle for some other things that are needed. I want my glow back without the use of makeup. I’m sure that left when sleep stopped. I’d also like my hands to stop cracking and burning with all the washing, and I’ll pretty much take anything that streamlines my day so there is more time to relax with Ace. Skip the spa and give me more time, please.
If you’re like me, I’ve got a list of little shortcuts and tips below that we shared on-air in Phoenix today. We didn’t have enough time to chat about all the little helpers out there but I have more segments coming in May.
Besides, mother’s Day should be celebrated the WHOLE month of May and not just on Sunday.
First off, if you’re going to get mom a gift, make it personal.
Thank You, Mom Candle
PRICE: $25.50
SHOP: @homesick.com
Make it personal with a handwritten note on the packaging!
Freshly trimmed flowers on the kitchen table. The smell of breakfast sizzling on Sunday. A house-made a home because of you.
Top Notes: Bergamot, Lavender, Sage
Mid Notes: Jasmine, Ylang Ylang
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Musk, Lily
Now let’s talk about #momface…You know what I’m talking about, the saggy, sleepless, anti-glow of being a mom. Most derms will tell you to layer your skincare starting with Vitamin C and ending with SPF. Sorry Doc but most moms don’t have time to layer, we need a multi-tasking product.
Strivectin Super-C SPF 30 Vitamin C Moisturizer
PRICE: $69.00
SHOP: @Strivectin.com
• lightweight daily moisturizer that utilizes one of the most stable powerful forms of Vitamin C, THD ascorbate, modified to be oil soluble
• This means it can be more effectively used in a moisturizing base to deliver maximum Vitamin C benefits
• advanced antioxidant protection paired with broad-spectrum SPF 30 doubles down on defense against damaging UVA/UVB rays, environmental stress, pollution, and blue light exposure
Did you know that #momhands is actually a thing? Well, I can tell you MY hands are a wreck. I simply cannot put lotion on after every wash anymore, and besides, I am washing my hands pretty much every 5 minutes. Can someone please make a soap that moisturizes but doesn’t make hands feel greasy?
Jergens Extra Moisturizing Hand Wash
PRICE: $5.95
SHOP: @walmart
Thoroughly cleanses skin while soothing dryness with a moisture-rich formula. Best for: Normal to dry skin. Our moisturizing soap creates a soft lather to gently cleanse and leave hands feeling smooth and clean.
Cleanses skin completely to remove dirt and germs.
Relieves dryness with a unique pH-balanced formula and soothing moisturizers.
Leaves skin lightly fragranced with JERGENS® classic Cherry-Almond scent.
Get It All Done in the shower.
if you’re like me and finally get a shower after everyone goes to bed, this next product is for you. It’s basically body wash, skincare, and moisturizer in two steps. I’m addicted and I literally dry off, put on my PJs and go right to bed post-shower. My little evening slice of heaven.
Olay Body Care Collection with Retinol
PRICE: $5.99 – $7.99
SHOP: Olay.com and Most Major Retailers
Take off the day and get healthier-looking skin in your sleep with this innovative duo from the body skincare experts: Olay Body Wash and Rinse-Off Body Conditioner with Retinol. Experts added the high-end skincare ingredient retinol to these two products, and they work overnight to moisturize to improve skin 3X better than the leading body wash, transforming your skin to look vibrant and radiant. Olay’s premium body care collection with Retinol is dermatologist-approved and available at most major retailers.
And it may not be a self-care mommy product but it is a mommy sanity item.
Want your kids to get more vitamins and nutrients but tired of nagging them? Carnation has been around since I was a wee-one and known for tasting yummy but being loaded with hidden vitamins, minerals, and protein. Now, the brand collaborated with some of the kid’s favorite cereals.
Carnation Breakfast Essentials
PRICE: $6.75 for a 6 pack
SHOP: @walmart
The nostalgic flavors from Carnation Breakfast Essentials® include Kellogg’s® Frosted Flakes®, Froot Loops®, and Krave™ and General Mills’ Golden Grahams™. Three flavors are now available at Walmart stores nationwide and at Walmart.com, and Frosted Flakes will launch in June 2021.
• 240 nutrient-rich calories
• 10g of protein
• 21 vitamins & minerals, including calcium and Vitamin D
• No artificial flavors, colors* or sweeteners
• Intended for ages 4 years and older, including teens and adults
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