Laser Hair Removal – Firstly, let me say that I am an advocate for doing exactly what you want with your own body. If you want to grow your body hair and dye it bright blue, absolutely go for it! However, on the flip side if you want to have a body free of hair, with long term results then this is something you should explore too. Remember you are the only person who has to live in your body, so you are the only person who gets to make decisions about what you do with it and how to live. [Read more…]
A Guide To Recovering From Unexpected Injury
Recovering From Unexpected Injury – We spend much of our life trying to avoid accidents or put ourselves out of immediate danger. The fact we are so naturally inclined to keep ourselves out of harm’s way is what makes unexpected accidents so jarring. Whether you’ve been in a car accident or come to harm in your own workplace, you may be struggling to grasp how to proceed. After all, an unexpected injury or ongoing inflammatory pain may require us to take time off work or engage in legal proceedings. [Read more…]
You Are What You Sleep?
You Are What You Sleep – Bit of a random topic this evening, but I am going to try and incorporate more lifestyle posts into my blog. Apparently, there is a life beyond pretty dresses, who knew!?
Pregnancy Complications: What You Can Do
*Content Warning: Pregnancy, miscarriage, possible baby loss* For many women, pregnancy is a rollercoaster, a time of extreme highs and, sometimes, lows. There are some inevitable side effects of being pregnant – morning sickness is very common, as are cravings. Lots of women will also experience strong mood swings that they aren’t always prepared for. Most of these side effects are expected and manageable and, to some degree, are part of the experience.
Pregnancy Complications
Because most women expect some degree of weirdness from their bodies during pregnancy, they might not know whether something they are experiencing is normal or an indication of something going wrong. Generally, your body does a good job of letting you know whether something is normal or not – if it feels wrong, then you should consult with a doctor.
Here are some of the more common pregnancy complications and what you can do about them.
Don’t use this advice as a substitute for a doctor’s visit though.
High Blood Pressure
Known as hypertension, high blood pressure is caused by a narrowing of the arteries that reduces the flow of blood from the heart to your organs. As a result, your heart begins to beat harder to compensate. For pregnant women, this can reduce blood flow to the placenta.
If you already have high blood pressure, it will continue during pregnancy. For healthy women, gestational hypertension usually develops during the second half of the pregnancy. Pregnant women can take the same beta-blockers that are normally used to treat high blood pressure, just ask your doctor for a prescription.
Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes is when a woman develops diabetes during her pregnancy. This occurs when hormonal changes interrupt the body’s production of insulin, which leads to glucose building up in the blood.
Gestational diabetes can be a serious condition, especially if left untreated. However, your doctor will be able to provide you with an appropriate treatment plan to manage the condition throughout the rest of your pregnancy.
Bleeding and Spotting
For the duration of a woman’s pregnancy, her periods will stop. When pregnant women notice vaginal bleeding or spotting, it can be very scary and many women assume that it is a sign of miscarriage. However, while bleeding and spotting during pregnancy should always be reported to your doctor, it is not necessarily an indication that a miscarriage is going to occur.
Reporting Complications
If you are ever uncertain about the state of your pregnancy or are concerned about symptoms you are experiencing, you should always talk to your doctor. It is perfectly natural to worry about any symptoms that arise, and no concern is too small when it comes to your health and the wellbeing of your baby. Healthcare professionals are there to support you, so don’t hesitate to seek reassurance or medical advice—your pregnancy is too important to ignore any doubts or discomfort.
If you do report symptoms to your doctor and feel that your concerns are not being taken seriously, or if a misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis results in complications such as miscarriage or stillbirth, you may have grounds for a medical negligence claim. Medical professionals have a duty of care, and failure to meet that standard can have devastating consequences. Seeking legal advice from specialist solicitors, such as the-medical-negligence-experts.co.uk, can help you understand your rights and options if you believe negligence has played a role in your experience.
Pregnancy is both a joyous and sometimes overwhelming journey, filled with excitement but also natural concerns. If you ever feel uncertain about your symptoms or overall health, trust your instincts and reach out to your doctor. Prompt medical attention can provide reassurance, prevent complications, and ensure the best possible outcome for both you and your baby.
Vaping at Your Favourite Pub: The Do’s and Don’ts
Vaping is a new phenomenon for most of the world, including pubs and other public service businesses. Like most other businesses and entities within the public sphere, pubs are still figuring out how to negotiate the vaping scene. Do they treat it the same as smoking? Or do they recognize that it has a far better health profile, is more environmentally friendly and does not have a negative impact on the health of others, as cigarette smoke does with second-hand smoke?
The extent to which pubs and clubs have embraced vaping culture will usually depend on whether the management is aware of vaping, and whether they perceive a demand from clientele to
support vaping in their businesses.
support vaping in their businesses.
These do’s and don’ts will help you negotiate the vaping scene within the context of your favourite drinking establishment.
Do: Find Out What the Rules Are
The first and most important step to vaping in your favourite pub is to find out what their rules are regarding vaping both indoors and out. Some people say it is better to ask for forgiveness than permission. They merely vape discreetly and apologize afterward if they are “caught” and asked to stop. However, this can lead to an uncomfortable confrontation or
potentially to being asked to leave. Your relationship with the pub could turn negative, which obviously no one wants.
To avoid any conflict, it makes sense to ask what the rules are. Your bartender, the manager or proprietor may not be informed about vaping and how it differs from smoking, which gives you the opportunity to share some education as well. This could potentially lead to vaping being permitted inside your preferred establishment or having the rules relaxed to
allow vaping in different areas.
allow vaping in different areas.
Do: Offer to Share
Sharing is caring, and if you intend to vape in a public social space, make sure you are prepared to share your stuff with others. This may mean sharing your hardware — though inadvisable
with total strangers — or sharing e-liquid flavours with other people who vape and are interested in what you are blowing.
As a plus, vaping is by nature an activity that is conducive to socializing. It can distract from social awkwardness, act as a talking point with people you have just met and enhance
the vibe of your favourite drinking establishment. Sharing your favourite flavour with fellow pubgoers is a great way to make new pals on a night out.
the vibe of your favourite drinking establishment. Sharing your favourite flavour with fellow pubgoers is a great way to make new pals on a night out.
Do: Develop Rapport with Your Bartender
Perhaps the most important step towards being able to vape with ease inside your favourite pub is to develop a solid relationship with the bartender.This includes basic courtesies like waiting your turn, being patient while you wait for drinks, always paying your tab at the end of the night, not ordering drinks that are unnecessarily complicated or inappropriate for the location (mojitos, we are looking at you) and always saying thank you. It also includes tipping well and consistently, preferably in cash.
By making sure you have a good rapport with the people who are the eyes and ears of the establishment, you will have the highest possible chance of getting your request to vape granted. Pubs never want to risk losing an excellent customer, so your requests will be more strongly considered.
Do: Pay Attention to the People Around You Situational awareness is a lost art in this day and age. People are often oblivious to others around them and the impact they may be having on their experience. This goes double for the pub setting, where the senses tend to soften. It is essential to pay attention to your fellow pubgoers as you vape — especially their reactions as you are vaping. Do they seem upset? Interested? Confused? Do they get up and leave their tables?
If people are unhappy that you are vaping, it is a sign to move elsewhere or stop altogether. After all, pubs live and die by their customers, nd chasing away paying customers is a sure-fire way to be asked to leave yourself. However, many people may believe you are smoking if they see you from afar and get upset for that reason. This is an awesome opportunity for sharing the
vape love and educating them about the differences.
vape love and educating them about the differences.
Do: Support Pubs that Support Vaping
Supporting pubs that support vaping is a great way to promote the community. If your current preferred establishment is so strict they refuse to allow vaping indoors, outdoors or anywhere on the premises, it may be a sign that it is a good time to find a new favourite locale that is a little more open-minded. After all, nothing goes as well with a pint as a puff of the best eLiquid on the market.
Not only do many pubs in the UK and across Europe allow vaping in either an indoor setting or outdoors on a terrace, but many of them have moved specifically towards advertising themselves to the vaping community.
This often includes selling vape hardware and eLiquid to interested vapers, as well as having vape-friendly areas inside and outside with comfortable furniture.
Don’t: Break the Rules
This should be obvious, but it is rude and probably inappropriate to vape when you are explicitly asked not to, or when there are signs posted that prohibit vaping. Being respectful of the rules helps to spread a positive image of vaping and promote the vaping community. By following the rules and requests of your bartender, you make sure the bartender and fellow pub-goers know vaping is something they might enjoy. No matter which pub is your primary watering hole, following these tips will ensure you can vape comfortably and happily while also enjoying
a pint or two.
Looking After Your Eyes
As a blogger and social media enthusiast, I spend a lot of
time sat behind a computer screen. When you couple that with the fact that I
work a desk job sat at a computer, it stands to reason that doing something to
make sure this is all done in the right way should be done.
time sat behind a computer screen. When you couple that with the fact that I
work a desk job sat at a computer, it stands to reason that doing something to
make sure this is all done in the right way should be done.
Using Computers
When it comes to sitting at a desk and using a computer,
lots of us are told about making sure we have the desk set up correctly. We
know that a supportive chair is important and that we should make sure that we
sit correctly so as not to damage our posture. In the work place we’re often
given assessments to ensure that we have our desk in the right way. Screens need
to be in the right position and keyboard/mouse set up needs to be straight so
that your body is not twisted in a strange way.
lots of us are told about making sure we have the desk set up correctly. We
know that a supportive chair is important and that we should make sure that we
sit correctly so as not to damage our posture. In the work place we’re often
given assessments to ensure that we have our desk in the right way. Screens need
to be in the right position and keyboard/mouse set up needs to be straight so
that your body is not twisted in a strange way.
Sometimes sitting in the way that is best for us can take
some getting used to as we are so used to sitting in a way that feels most comfortable. However, once you follow any guidelines set to you and you are more
used to sitting that way you’ll actually find it much more comfortable – especially
long term!
some getting used to as we are so used to sitting in a way that feels most comfortable. However, once you follow any guidelines set to you and you are more
used to sitting that way you’ll actually find it much more comfortable – especially
long term!
Looking After Your Eyes
Of course, one of the dangers of sitting at a computer all
day is strain on your eyes. If you’re someone that ends the day with a headache
then this is something that you need to make sure you address. Getting an eye
test sooner rather than later is something that I would really recommend.
Headaches can be really unbearable and you don’t want them to start affecting
your work if they start to happen more frequently.
day is strain on your eyes. If you’re someone that ends the day with a headache
then this is something that you need to make sure you address. Getting an eye
test sooner rather than later is something that I would really recommend.
Headaches can be really unbearable and you don’t want them to start affecting
your work if they start to happen more frequently.
One thing to also be aware of is the amount of un-natural
light that our devices omit. The light from these devices isn’t the same as
sunshine and so affects our eyes and brain in a much different way.
light that our devices omit. The light from these devices isn’t the same as
sunshine and so affects our eyes and brain in a much different way.
Known as blue-light this light can affect our eyesight in
many different ways, as well as being a factor in keeping us awake late. We all
know that we would benefit from switching screens off a while before we sleep
and this is because blue-light keeps our eyes and brain active.
many different ways, as well as being a factor in keeping us awake late. We all
know that we would benefit from switching screens off a while before we sleep
and this is because blue-light keeps our eyes and brain active.
One thing that is recommended is to invest in a blue lightfilter for your laptop or other device. As
the name suggests this helps to
filter out blue light and protect your eyes.
filter out blue light and protect your eyes.
Other Hints and Tips
There are different ways that we can protect our health when
it comes to using computers and electronic devices. For starters having a break
away from the screen is highly recommended. Not only does this give your eyes a
break from staring at the screen but if you get up and have a walk around the
office you’ll do your body the world of good too! Have you ever felt really
stiff standing up after being sat for so long? A break way from your device and
a quick walk around will prevent this!
it comes to using computers and electronic devices. For starters having a break
away from the screen is highly recommended. Not only does this give your eyes a
break from staring at the screen but if you get up and have a walk around the
office you’ll do your body the world of good too! Have you ever felt really
stiff standing up after being sat for so long? A break way from your device and
a quick walk around will prevent this!
Debz x
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The Essential Grooming Products For Surviving Summer
There’s nothing quite like waking up on a summer morning to glorious sunshine and the promise of a spectacular day.
Maybe it’s the sudden burst of Vitamin D, but everyone just seems to be in a better mood.
Al fresco BBQs, strolls around the park and maybe a cheeky wee pitstop at a beer garden – there’s definitely lots to keep everyone smiling.
But the downside of the sweltering heat and outdoor festivities – clammy skin, sunburn, frizzy locks – isn’t quite so much fun.
With that in mind, here are a few essential grooming products that’ll see you stylishly and comfortably through even the hottest days this summer. Check them out.
#1: a protective moisturiser
Whilst you should hopefully be well versed in regularly slathering your shoulders, arms and other exposed body parts with sun cream, remembering to do the same with your face (especially if you wear makeup) isn’t always so easy.
Before you leave the house and before you start applying any foundation, slap on a healthy layer of a facial moisturiser containing SPF (Dream Screen from Benefit offers factor 45 protection and won’t leave your skin feeling greasy).
#2: salon professional styling tools
Want picture-perfect beachy waves capable of surviving an afternoon in the blazing heat without going flat and limp? Stars like Blake Lively may make it look totally natural, but it’s a hairdo that requires some serious styling tools and plenty of patience to achieve.
Shop the Mark Hill range to nab yourself a salon professional hair wand at a budget-friendly price – it’ll create curls and ringlets with the staying power to last all day.
#3: waterproof mascara
All it takes is one cramped, hectic bus journey on a hot morning to have all the makeup that you spent so long carefully applying running down your face.
That’s why, if you make only one beauty product substitution this summer, it should definitely be swapping to waterproof mascara. Whether you’re heading to the office for work or enjoying a day of sunbathing, it’ll stay perfectly in place throughout.
#4: a hydrating face mask
A hydrating face mask is the perfect way to get your skin feeling soft and pain-free after overdoing it in the sun.
You can make your own at home but, if that’s too much hassle for you, you won’t beat Garnier’s Moisture Bomb tissue mask. At only a couple of pounds from Feel Unique, it won’t break the bank either.
#5: a mattifying face powder
Keep that shine at bay by carrying a mattifying face powder in your bag throughout summer. It takes barely a minute to pat some on, but it’ll totally transform your makeup from tired and sweaty to fresh and flawless.
Matte Maker Powder from Maybelline is one of the cheapest available, plus it also gives a good amount of coverage.
What are your summer grooming essentials?
Debz xx