Are you looking for the perfect gift for the mom in your life? Would you like it to be affordable, practical, and much loved? Then look no further. Nature's Bounty now has essential oils and a diffuser available at Walmart for a very affordable price. And the mom in your life will definitely thank you. Just this week, three moms, share their love for essential oils with me. Since I tried them a couple months ago, I am hooked now too. Do you know a mom who'd love to have her spirits … [Read more...]
How many hours of sleep do you need?
We all know how important self-care is (and, if you've got a family, the importance of caring for others). But in the frenetic rush to get everything done, it's easy to forget that proper sleep is absolutely crucial to good health. [Tweet "Proper sleep is absolutely crucial to good health."] But what, exactly, is "proper sleep"? Nearly everyone's been asked at some point if they're getting enough sleep. And the National Sleep Foundation recommends seven to nine hours for most adults. And … [Read more...]
A Simple DIY Feel Better Care Package this Cold and Flu Season
We flew back from our annual family Thanksgiving multi-generational vacation late Thursday night. And unfortunately, my mom picked up a bug. She is sick. Would't you know, I woke up Sunday morning not feeling well either. Don't you hate cold and flu season? I am just thankful, we picked up a bug at the end of our traveling and not the beginning. You can pretend you’re not sick and hope for the best, or take the first steps to feeling better. Luckily Robitussin® 12 Hour Cough Relief and … [Read more...]
Gently Relieve Nausea in Kids
This post brought to you by Nauzene Kids. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Long Wait For Isabella. As a child, when my parents started going to church on a nearby reservation, I suffered from terrible nausea. Every week, we'd drive 50 minutes to go to a church on my mom's home reservation, and every week I'd get sick. I suffered nausea to the point of throwing up - almost every single week. At least until I learned to see the signs and quit doing whatever it was that … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Help Others This Holiday Season
This is a sponsored post with Womensforum and Walgreens. All opinions are mine. Start a new tradition this year and take some time out of your life to help others. Check out these six easy ways you can make this your most memorable holiday season yet! Support Your Local Food Bank The holidays are a great time to donate food to your local food bank, as they rely heavily on donations from the community. Here are 10 items food banks really need. Volunteer at a Homeless Shelter This … [Read more...]
Suffering from Sleeping Issues? Here’s What I’m Doing
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for the National Sleep Foundation. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. As a mom to two younger kids and an at-home job as a blogger, I honestly suffer from sleeping issues. Work-at-home moms and I suppose outside the home moms all suffer from the guilt of not spending enough time with kids. Now that my son is in school part time I have been working those three hours in the morning. Then, … [Read more...]
Breast Health Education: Get the Facts
As you know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is the time of year to increase awareness of the disease. I am thankful that I can use my blog as a place to raise awareness and offer information regarding breast health. Family history, I might not have shared often enough on this blog: my husband's mom, aunt, and grandmother all had breast cancer. So as a parent, with a daughter, with that breast cancer history in her paternal family, I honestly worry about her own breast … [Read more...]
