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Let’s talk about preparing yourself for an AM sex break. Over the years, I’ve learned that sexual pleasure doesn’t happen by accident. I’m much more likely to experience it if I have the right habits: habits that make me feel clean and confident, sexy and sensual. Some of these habits are sleep hygiene basics (sleep eight hours a night, wake up at the same time every day, charge my phone outside the bedroom), but the real magic happens when I wake up. So let’s help you feel like yourself all day, starting with a 10/10 morning routine. Breathing in bed…
Setting boundaries with family during pregnancy is critical to your well-being. But it needs work! Trust us when we say that it’s worth learning to set boundaries with family, because you’ll need to reinforce them throughout your parenting journey. As you set boundaries, remember you are not alone! Setting boundaries with family during pregnancy We’re here to provide seven helpful tips for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries during pregnancy and much more. 1. Determine your needs Ask yourself what is important to you and for you during pregnancy and after delivery. And if you have a partner, include them in…
Finding food freedom is a pretty magical thing. I’ve heard people describe it as feeling like a sigh of relief. Although the process of making peace with food is often scary and exhausting, and looks a lot like a wavy line that gradually tends upwards, rather than the straight upward progression we expect when you’re in a place where you’re no longer watched for culture of the diet, it is very nice. Except for one thing…The diet discussion is happening hell annoying. When a colleague tells you all the details about their new raw vegan locavore diet, it makes you…
I’m sharing some of my favorite online workouts and how you can try them for free. Hello friends! I hope you had a beautiful morning. The kids are back to school and I’m back to the routine here. I have 1:1 coaching calls, a podcast interview, and trying to get the house back together after our trip. For today’s post, I wanted to share some of my favorite online training options. I know many of you are trying new things in 2024 and these might be fun options to add to the rotation. These fitness apps provide unique workout experiences…
PFAS are chemicals that can cause cancer, diabetes and other diseases. Research from örebro University now suggests that these chemicals affect humans as early as the stage of fetal development. We see that PFAS likely has a large metabolic impact, which suggests an increased risk of certain diseases later in life.” Matej Orešič, professor of medical sciences Per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of thousands of synthetically produced chemicals used in a wide range of everyday products worldwide. They are often called “forever chemicals” since these substances take a long time to break down naturally and…
Start your new year with us and the Refresh & Reset program! Get excited girl because we are bringing you our best program yet!! We’re starting the new year ready to get strong and sculpted thanks to our four-week Refresh & Reset program! Next month is all about building a strong mind and body, thanks to a mix of workouts that include strength training, HIIT, yoga, mobility and meditation! Each week, the workouts get harder as you get stronger! Due to the progressiveness of the program, you will stay challenged, motivated and excited for the next workout! And of course,…
01:50 pm August 29, 2023 When it comes to cosmetic procedures, time can make all the difference. While most treatments can be performed year-round, there is value in scheduling certain interventions during specific seasons. Here is a practical guide to help you navigate the world of cosmetic surgery and choose the perfect time for your cosmetic procedure. Keep in mind that a consultation any time of year with one of our cosmetic dermatologists can put you on a treatment plan to achieve your desired skin goals, whether it’s for the next year or the next decade! Treatments for all seasons…
One of the things I’ve really appreciated about leading MiddlesexMD is the opportunity to connect with a network of others who provide support to both women and men as they manage their health in midlife—including maintaining sexual health and intimate relationships . Hearing from colleagues who represent the male perspective can support open, two-way conversations about the changing nature of intimacy. Okay, so you’ve gone through menopause and you’re feeling a little down. Along with changes like weight gain and irritability, you now also have doubts and fears about things you didn’t have before. Questions like “am I still desirable?”…
My puppy Milo deplores excess vitamin A in his diet. As someone who doesn’t have children, my dog is my family. After working with clients from all over the world for over 12+ years in my nutrition practice, a common finding I see in trials is that people are overdosing on vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin that is stored in the body and does not leave easily. if you take too much. It hangs around and sinks your liver. This is from eating too much dairy/liver/eggs, eating too many brightly colored vegetables (think sweet potatoes, carrots, red peppers, etc.), topical…
In a recent study published in the journal PLoS One, researchers investigated the efficacy of lavender essential oils in suppressing atopic dermatitis (AD) using an AD cell line. They didn’t just establish the anti-AD benefits Lavandula essential oils of the genus and its derivative, linalyl acetate, but they did so without the need for human clinical trials or animal testing. They further established the non-sensitizing nature of the essential oil, highlighting its potential as a stand-alone or adjunctive suppressor of AD-induced skin pruritus. Study: Aromatic lavender oil as a suppressant of atopic dermatitis. Image credit: PhotoStockPhoto / Shutterstock What is…