Bringing in the New Year is always fun, but in 2022 I’ve vowed to make life easier and make more time for ME. While most of you know we are Empty Nesters which you would think leads to lots of downtime. However, that isn’t always the case especially between Brady’s work schedule and of course our grandbabies. So as the calendar flips into a new year we are preparing for our “normals.” Whatever, that may look like, because as you know 2020 and 2021 were a bit rough in spots.
So without further adieu I bring you Self Care Must Haves in 2022!
No more lugging out the big vacuum when it’s time to clean up the office at the end of the day. One of my latest additions is the Ayla Vacuum by Ayla & Co. This lightweight cordless one that looks like a chic water bottle but it also fits into bags like a glove.
Meet Ayla Vacuum by Ayla & Co., the trendy and efficient new way to clean at home, work, or traveling. It’s a parent’s lifesaver and designed by parents to make life easier. It takes the mess, and the chaos, out of everyday events for a quick cleanup wherever it happens. While my “car seat” days as a parent are over this would have saved me hundreds of dollars over the years, if not thousands.
The compact, powerful Ayla Vac features dual-speed suction and long battery life for a full day’s messes. This cordless vacuum is easy to empty and grabs everything from glitter to Puffs. I love that it is only 11 inches tall and weighs just under 1 pound. Making it perfect for on the go or in the office.
So why is this included in my “Self Care Must Haves”? Because it will allow you to clean up messes quickly and easily allowing you more time to spend on yourself. Plus, it has a rechargeable USB battery which allows you to take your Ayla Vac on the go and use in all those hard to reach spaces without the restriction of a plug in cord. Hello, beaches, mountains, cars, and everything in between! This is a MUST have for busy moms everywhere!
The Ayla vacuum offers the convenience of cordless cleaning. This powerful upright vacuum has a dual-speed motor to provide extra power on tough messes and features a direct-drive cleaner head for picking up pet hair and fine dust.
The Magical Girl’s Guide to Life
By Jacque Aye
Transform into your most magical self with this one-of-a-kind, manga inspired self-care guide designed to help you discover and harness your inner power- anime style! While this one was a little far fetched for myself, I know there are lots of people that love animes, mangas and the magical girl you can become. It is inspired by the wand-wielding, crime-fighting magical girls in your favorite animes and mangas, The Magical Girl’s Guide to Life teaches you how your self-care journey starts by uncovering the magical girl within.
With fun exercises, journal prompts, and personality tests, you’ll quickly learn everything you need to know about your magical girl self, including your magical girl name, what type of power you possess, and what cute companion will perfectly complement your magical girl journey. Once your magical girl identity is locked in, you’ll learn how to take on the world and continue your self-growth by:
- Discovering your magical girl gang
- Punching fear in the face/defining your monster
- Developing your magical girl beauty routine
- Finding love after fighting crime
- And more!
With gorgeous illustrations and entertaining animated characters, The Magical Girl’s Guide to Life reveals how self-love, sisterhood, and magic go together. Perfect for fans of anime and manga like Sailor Moon, Cardcaptor Sakura, and more!
The Ultimate Baking for One Cookbook
Have your cake and eat it too without any leftovers or waste with these 175 essential, delicious, and decadent baking recipes perfectly crafted for one. Since I’m often times alone for 2 weeks at a time these recipes are PERFECT for me to keep at my fingertips. My favorite recipe so far is the Caramel Apple Pie recipe with a close second being the Turtle Cheesecake. But let me tell you baking for one is dang near impossible, or at least it has been for me.
The good news is that it’s now possible to prepare single-serving recipes that are full of flavor, easy to make, and economical with The Ultimate Baking for One Cookbook. This cookbook allows you to make fresh, homemade baked goods for one without having an entire cake, dozens of cookies, or a full tray of brownies leftover.
Each of the 175 single-serving recipes are quick and simple to make and will save you both time and money. And while the common ingredients can be found in everyone’s pantry, the results are anything but ordinary. From mug cakes to muffin recipes, you’ll be able to enjoy delicious versions of all your favorite desserts, no matter what the occasion.
Whether you live alone or are just searching for the perfect sweet treat, baking solo never needs to be challenging (or overwhelming) again! Making this the perfect addition to our Self Care Must Haves in 2022.
Soo’AEs (SOO-WAY)
Mom’s can never have to many beauty items in their arsenal but my latest favorite brand is Soo’ AEs Squeezed Lemon Collection. Soo’AE are vegan, natural, and cruelty-free. Ingredient-focused and affordable, Soo’AE blends luxury and affordability while pioneering new and innovative approaches to skincare. Squeezed Lemon Collection will quench your skin’s thirst with the refreshing power of lemon. Their Lemon Collection is absolutely heaven in a bottle!
Squeezed Lemon Collection Quench your skin’s thirst with the refreshing power of lemon. The Squeezed Lemon Collection has a very subtle lemon scent that isn’t over powering which is amazing. This Collection of Squeezed Lemon products is for all skin types and refreshes as well as brightens the skin. I love that the entire Squeezed Lemon Collection is less than $70 for 6 beauty products.
Squeezed Lemon Eye Patch-With Lemon Extract, this hydrogel eye mask helps skin look bright & revitalized. And at under $5 it is the PERFECT way to spoil yourself from time to time.
Squeezed Lemon Scrub-This scrub helps to exfoliate unclog pores and appearance of blackheads for looking clearer skin. Gentle on skin and leaves skin feeling softer and younger looking, which is a huge benefit in my book!
Squeezed Lemon Serum-This serum contains lemon complex to help refreshing and hydrating skin. This one of the most “skipped” steps in most beauty routines, but it’s one of the most important because it helps refresh and hydrate your skin.
Squeezed Lemon Moisturizer-This moisturizer helps to reveal fresh and hydrate skin with Lemon and Hyaluronic Acid. This moisturizer is perfect because it is lightweight and is perfect for layering.
Squeezed Lemon Toner (Mist)-This water type toner replenishes moisture and feels freshens up skin. This is one of my favorite products especially in the morning!
Squeezed Lemon Cleansing Foam– Formulated with Lemon Extract, this a thick and creamy cleansing foam that effectively removes dirt and impurities while leaving skin fresher.
Buddha Board
Give the gift of a healthy mind state with Buddha Board which is the perfect way to practice self care and mindfulness. This is the perfect gift for people who love to create on paper. You can create beautiful designs and then watch them disappear as you go about your day. This is a great tool to de-stress, relax and bring on the creativity.
Buddha Boards are a screen-free tool that allows you to create unlimited designs while calming the mind one brushstroke at a time! Simply dip the brush in water and create on the board. When you are done watch as your design slowly disappears over time.
A must-have mindful gift for adults and kids alike!
Buddha Board Highlights:
- Designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic
- Reusable
- Quick to set up
- Enso and Mini fold closed for streamlined carrying
- Creating with water is truly MESS FREE
- No ink, paint, or chemicals
- Encourages mindfulness
- Doesn’t add to your digital footprint
- Taps into your creative side
- Fun for all ages
- Helps kids explore the creative process judgment free
Perfect for relieving stress at home, in the office, or when traveling! I’m going to be using my Buddha Board daily throughout the year because it is a great way to get a few minutes of self-care in.
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