Calling all you content creators! In terms of blogging and social media, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year for several reasons. Increased engagement, increased sales and commissions - and itβs just so much fun to create this magical content. It certainly gives us all those nostalgic warm and fuzzy feelings.
Blogmas is a content creating challenge in which a blogger publishes a new blog post and social media posts every day leading up to Christmas in the month of December. That means 25 days holly jolly photography, recipes, holiday decor, winter travel and more.
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Letβs the honest, as women our periods are a bit of a drag. And it adds insult to injury that they also wreck havoc on our environment because most period sanitary products on the market are not designed with eco-friendly materials.
The average woman will dispose of 11,000 sanitary items in a lifetime, most of which contain plastics and are not biodegradable. Many of these disposed products end up in landfills and our oceans.
The good news is thereβs a growing market for both eco-friendly and zero waste period sanitary products. For all my frugal savvy gals, investing in these products will actually save you a lot of money in the long run. It takes an average of 3 period cycles for these products to pay for themselves.
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We often associate IV drips with sickness and hospital stays. You may not realize that IV drip bags have recently become a new wellness trend and IV bars have started opening up in wellness hot spots cities such as Los Angeles, New York City and London. Instead of going to a juice or smoothie bar, you can actually go to a IV bar to get boost of vitamins and hydration.
With the increasing interest in IV treatments, it is helpful to know more about the different options. IV treatments deliver vitamins and electrolytes straight into the bloodstream, which is ideal for those who may use them at a pace the body canβt keep up with or for those who have difficulty absorbing vitamins and minerals.
One of the most popular options is the Myers Cocktail. It gets its name from John Myers, M.D., who pioneered the use of intravenous vitamins and minerals to treat various medical conditions. Hereβs all you need to know about the Myers Cocktail.
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Blogtober is a content creating challenge in which a blogger publishes a new blog post and social media posts every day in the month of October. Not only is it a great way to pump out crucial content during a peak season, itβs also a really fun way to enjoy everything the fall season has to offer.
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The state of California is known for its natural beauty. The landscape varies greatly from region to region - from majestic mountains with dense forest floors to dry and vast deserts. The amount of outdoor recreation activities in California is enormous, and with the ever-changing seasons thereβs new adventure to explore throughout the year.
California has nine national parks, which is the most of any one state (Alaska comes in second with eight national parks). Across the United States thereβs a total of 62 national parks. The definition of a national park is land set aside by the federal government to protect it from development so that the general public can enjoy its natural beauty.
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Once the weather starts to get cold in the autumn season, I immediately I want to bundle up with a hot cup of tea in my hands. You really canβt get the full hygge experience without a warming hot beverage to sip and enjoy.
Artisan teas are especially wonderful on chilly days because you are enjoying both the aromas and the warmth in your mug, itβs truly a delight for the senses. These loose leaf teas are handcrafted by tea connoisseurs who carefully select the best herbs, flowers, dried fruits and more to create these highly complex tea blends.
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I am a huge Etsy fanatic, both my home and closet are filled with handmade gems from artisans selling on Etsy. As a freelancer myself, it genuinely gives me joy to support a small business owner who is living the dream of being self-employed. Not only does the Etsy platform allow small businesses to thrive, but they also elevate and support artists who are pushing the limits in the design world and serving up fresh inspiration.
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Christmas truly is a special time of year, itβs as close to magic as we can get as adults. My idea of a hygge Christmas is making new memories at home and enjoying quality time with family. All the while indulging the senses with all the classic holiday joys.
The cold winter weather makes us naturally want to cuddle up and partake in nostalgic holiday rituals. All it takes is a little effort and preparation to really bring the season to life in the perfect hygge setting.
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For Halloween we decided to choose a family costume that honored both my husbandβs and daughterβs Mexican family heritage - Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera and Scout was baby Frida.
I was really excited about dressing up in traditional Mexican dresses because the garments are so bright and colorful. They feel so festive and really embody the carefree spirit of feminist hero Frida Kahlo.
In this blog post youβll find the top places online to purchase authentic traditional Mexican dresses online. These websites purchase directly from the artisans and support those communities.
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In my own personal opinion, pesto pizza gives the traditional red-sauced pizza a run for its money. The savory and salty flavor of homemade pesto adds a new layer of seasoning, and itβs complimentary to so many different toppings. Itβs very easy to customize your pesto pizza to create a crowd-pleasing culinary dish.
This cashew pesto pizza recipe is also incredibly versatile. You can alter the recipe to make it vegan, vegetarian, plant-based and even keto. Either way you decide to make this favorite food, itβs always a healthy yet still satisfying and filling.
Making your pesto with cashew nuts instead of the traditional pine nuts is a very easy swap, and the flavor is not terribly different. Both cashew and pine nuts have an abundance of healthy fats, which give your pesto a creamy texture and flavor. Cashews are also less expensive than pine nuts so you can save some cash too.
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Los Angeles is one of the most dog-friendly cities in California. Whether youβre brining your dog on vacation or a local pet owner, thereβs plenty of places to explore with your pooch. We regularly travel all over California and we often bring our Black Labrador Holly along with us.
This guide covers the most popular areas and neighborhoods in Los Angles, pretty much the best places to spend your time. Youβll find over 75 dog-friendly parks, beaches, walking trails with city views, restaurants, breweries, outdoor shopping centers and much more.
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Sometimes when you travel, it can be equally about both the journey and the destination. When you decide to road trip in a car thatβs just plain fun to drive, it adds some adventure and whimsy to your travels.
Many folks also rent retro and classic cars for weddings, photos and special occasions such as prom, anniversaries, and more. Whatever your reason for wanting to incorporate a cool ride into your life, youβll find many rental options for California in this blog post.
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Located just under an hour outside Sacramento, Apple Hill is a popular place for both families and adults to enjoy picturesque countryside scenery.
Along with being wine lovers, we are also parents and we donβt always have childcareβ¦ so we are always looking for child-friendly wineries to frequent when we have to bring the whole family.
For this guide to wineries in Apple Hill, I contacted each one of the below locations and asked them about their policies around brining children. So you can feel confident when you begin making plans for your trip to Apple Hill.
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Palm Springs is one of Californiaβs favorite playgrounds for both bachelorette gals in their 20βs to families with children. This desert oasis offers warmth and sunshine most of the year, but events and temperatures vary from month to month.
Every month of the year offers benefits and challenges with traveling to Palm Springs. Iβve broken down the highlights of each month so you can best plan your perfect vacation.
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Palm Springs is a mecca in the desert for everything modern and fabulous. Of course that means youβll find some of the best foodie eats inside trendy restaurants with killer aesthetics and decor.
During your visit to Palm Springs youβll most likely be indulging in plenty of pool time at your fancy hotel. Between sunbathing youβll be brunching, enjoy patio lunches, happy hour cocktails and then of course dinners.
This blog is all about the best eateries to frequent on your vacation. Thereβs many options to choose from in Palm Springs, but Iβve narrowed it down to the most Instagrammable and trendy spots for all you cool kids. Itβs all about atmosphere paired with good food to really make you feel like youβre in a desert oasis.
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When youβre pregnant getting dressed can be a daily challenge. Your body is growing and changing every few weeks, and youβre probably feeling pretty uncomfortable as well. Maternity clothes can be pretty expensive and you may not want to spend a bundle on maternity pieces youβre only planning to wear for 9 months.
Most of the dress styles in this blog post you can wear throughout pregnancy, during postpartum, and even into your new years of motherhood. The cuts are very forgiving around the waist and hips, giving you plenty of room for your baby bump.
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Half Moon Bay is known as both a beach town and a cute farming community that comes alive in the autumn season. There are several family farms that convert into festive pumpkin patches for the public to enjoy.
The coast is one of the perfect places to take some time to capture special moments on camera. Thereβs so many beautiful backdrops for both families and Instagrammers.
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My husband and I had an elopement wedding in San Francisco on July 8th, 2019. The city of San Francisco is a special place for us because itβs filled with so many memories. We met when my husband was a college student at the University of San Francisco.
Our early days of courtship were spent exploring the city, and we eventually got an apartment together in Nob Hill. Getting married in San Francisco was perfectly fitting for us.
This comprehensive guide to eloping in San Francisco covers so many topics including budgeting, legal requirements to elope in San Francisco, selecting a location, reception and your honeymoon.
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When it comes to toys for our kids, we often think the fancier the better. But the reality is sometimes they can be so entertained by the simplest things. And if we are being honest, shiny new toys purchased from the store become βoldβ and uninteresting very quickly. The best part about using common household items is that many of them you have around your house will make perfect toys to entertain them for hours.
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