Baby Got Back Support
Oh. My. God. Look at her back. These are the words (ok, well almost) that I’ve heard a lot from my husband over the last few years. Usually, this has been immediately after I’ve been complaining of back pain and he glances at my back which on one side seems to be almost swollen down my spine. So, when I was sent the Kiss My Back back support by Dandelion Dreams, Inc., I was psyched. After all, they were the ones who created The Total Sleep Mask System which helped relieve some agony from my other ailment…migraines.
I never considered myself as someone with a bad back as I was growing up. Maybe that was because I knew a family friend who had major scoliosis and had to wear a back brace everyday…and another friend who had metal rods in her back. Both of them were limited in the physical activities they could do. Luckily, my minor scoliosis was just a slight curve in my spine which really never limited me in my activities. I was a cheerleader, in gymnastics, and on the dance line growing up with no challenges movin’ and groovin’.
But as I was growing older, my back starting bothering me a bit more here and there. Usually, it was when I wasn’t working out and the only weight I was lifting was my two little boys for piggyback rides, into and out of the car seats, and, well, just for snuggles. Luckily, my workouts help me relieve most of that back pain. But, skip those ab workouts one too many days and my pain is back (pun intended).
These fab back supports Kiss My Back on road trips!
Well, Kiss My Back to the rescue! The ergonomic thick mesh back support has been created for use in your car, office, or on a chair at home with an adjustable buckle and nylon straps to fit almost any chair you choose. It helps reduce neck, shoulder, and back pain and gives me great lumbar support as most chairs provide nada for your lower back. In addition, the comfort covers come in great colors. My favorite is the Wild Leopard and Midnight Blue colors though they also offer Executive Black and Sizzling Pink.
Kiss My Back! Adjustable Strap
My favorite spot to use Kiss My Back is on my office chair (I’m actually using this now as I write), where I tend to be a bit lacking in the posture department. However, the Kiss My Back is so lightweight that I often also toss it in the car and take it with us on our family road trips which helps prevent that long car ride stiffness upon arrival. And isn’t comfort the key with travel?
The Kiss My Back Deluxe Set is offered for a steal at $25.99 and comes with 1 back support and 1 cover of your color choice. However, you can also buy additional Stylish Comfort Covers at $14.99 in case you’re loving more than just one color or want to switch up that back support look! One more bonus? It’s recommended by Physical Therapists, Chiropractors, and Spine Specialists.
The Kiss My Back can be found at dandeliondreamsinc.com along with their fabulous Total Sleep Mask System. Grab them for relief! I’m sold and now this baby’s got back support.
Sweet Dreams on our road trip to the Outer Banks, NC
As a mom of two little rambunctious, high-energy boys, I value my sleep…tremendously. So when I was sent The Total Sleep Mask System by Dandelion Dreams, Inc., I couldn’t have been more excited…excited to head to dreamland! Uninterrupted sleep? Sign this mama up.
I tested out The Total Sleep Mask System for the first time on our road trip to the Outer Banks in North Carolina earlier this summer. That road trip was two long days of driving for 8 hours with constant requests to this Mommy for snacks…and water…and tablets…and directions…and more. But once the kiddos were content for a few minutes (and Daddy had directions to the next pit stop), I grabbed my new, cozy travel eye mask and signed off in the passenger seat for a much needed nap.
And wow. Not only was the Total Sleep Mask System super plush, but it drowned out the highway noise, the podcasts, all of the daylight, and the kids saying “mom” on repeat. I couldn’t remember a time when I slept that deeply on a road trip!
It must be how it is designed to not only cover your eyes (without smudging your make up, by the way) but also to cover your entire ear without putting pressure on the face. There are customizable cheek guards, earplugs included to reduce outside sound even further, and bamboo blend fabric which wicks away any moisture while you sleep on the go.
But, don’t get me wrong. This is not just a travel necessity. It’s an at home necessity too…I use it to catch some zzzzs while my husband is up late watching SportsCenter on TV or when he & the kids are getting rowdy at home and I need a quick cat nap escape! But, my favorite time to use this mask is when I have a migraine headache and a sliver of light or the slightest sound can make my life miserable. The Total Sleep Mask System shuts out the surrounding noise and light around me helping me relax and recover faster.
Now, if I could just keep my husband’s hands off of it! He has also discovered how wonderful the Total Sleep Mask System is and now often snags it before I get the chance to…especially to drown out the neighbor’s dog who barks almost all night every night. We received the classic black Total Sleep Mask System but I see a wild leopard sleep system in my near future too…that is if I ever want to use it again!
The Total Sleep Mask System can be found at dandeliondreamsinc.com and retails for $49.99…and really, isn’t one uninterrupted nap worth at least that? This tired mama thinks so!
Miami can spoil you pretty quickly by adding magic to just about every event in your life…even your yoga class. Usually, I have to take a pass on most of these fun activities as they’re often located on Miami Beach…which tends to be a wee bit difficult to get to when you’re a mama in the suburbs, 30+ minutes away (thank you, Miami traffic). Still, I’ve been majorly focused on improving my health and wellness this year and I’m making it happen…just in my not-so-magical living room at 6 a.m. But OHM my gosh…
I’m SO excited!
Starting tomorrow, Wednesday, August 10th, at 7 PM there will be a Rooftop Yoga and Sunset Meditation class in Coral Gables! Exercise and ambiance? I’m so in.
The Westin Colonnade, Coral Gables has teamed up with Upstairs Yoga, a Gables yoga studio, and JoJo Tea, a Coral Gables tea house to host the first installment of this new monthly series of Rooftop Yoga & Meditation at the beautiful Westin Colonnade rooftop pool. Here you can practice your Ashtanga and Mysore yoga for an hour followed by an exclusive tea tasting and ending the evening with a brief meditation to energize the the mind, body, and spirit.
The Westin Colonnade, Coral Gables is located at 180 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL. For more information, please call (305) 441-2600 or visit www.westincoralgables.com.
So, join me in a little ohm, tea, and mediating tomorrow but please RSVP with rsvp@workshopcollective.com first! Space is limited and is based upon availability. Valet and street parking are available.
Today, June 20th, is the first day of summer! Yippee! For most of us, that means warm sun, toes in the sand, cold drinks, total relaxation, and that vacation that’s long overdue. Not sure of your vacay destination yet? Good news…24 hour flash summer travel sales are happening now! Here are the escape details…
Summer Solstice Sale
Take advantage of Summer Solstice 24-hour flash sale at The Langford Hotel and it’s modern accommodations in downtown Miami with 30% off best available rates. Other perks are welcome cocktails for two, room upgrade based on availability, continental breakfast for two, and a one day admission for two to the History Miami Museum. Offer valid until midnight on June 20th, 2016. Book the Summer Solstice Package online at www.langfordhotelmiami.com with code: SSP.
Cyber Summer Sale
Also available for the 24 hours of the first day of Summer, June 20, 2016, grab discounted rates at 19 hotels & resorts with savings up to 50% off during the fourth annual CyberSummer event. View all properties participating at www.CyberSummerTravel.com and book today, June 20th, for travel valid throughout the summer, and in some cases through the end of the year. Participating hotel destinations ranging from Florida, the Caribbean, Mexico, and even Latin America. Book fantastic hotels and resorts including the W Fort Lauderdale, The Palms Hotel & Spa in Miami Beach, and Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa Costa Rica at CyberSummerTravel.com
Happy Summer Travel Sale!
Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida
Holiday travel can be stressful, especially with little kids who are out of their normal routine. Keep your Florida family vacation holly and jolly with these travels tips this festive season:
What to Pack:
- Shorts because it’s always warm
- Lightweight fabrics
- Light jacket for evenings in case it’s breezy
- Swimsuit – you won’t be able to resist the pools & beaches
- Festive sweaters – just wear them inside in the blasting AC
- Sunscreen – the Florida sun doesn’t quit
Get Psyched:
- Let each family member choose an activity on the trip
- Read kids books on the destination
- Check out hotel photos online
Bring the Holly Jolly:
- Invite your The Elf on the Shelf or The Mensch on A Bench on vacation
- Pack up dollar spot holiday surprises for the kids
Hit up Florida Festivities:
- The Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center and their annual ICE! Indoor Winter Wonderland
- The Orlando World Center Marriott and their life sized gingerbread house
- Legoland’s Christmas Bricktacular
Keep Kids merry with these treats:
- Magical 3-D Holiday Glasses
- Tour of holiday light displays around town
- Holiday cookie run
- See the latest family holiday movie
- Wear animated Santa hats from the drugstore
Happy Holidays!
When it comes to holiday gifts, the priveleged few who travel year round and can claim the title of “jetsetter” may be the hardest to buy for on your list. Afterall, what else could one want than to travel the world? Lucky for us gift givers, top brands everywhere do the hard work and create unique stocking stuffers for jetsetters year after year. It’s just a matter of finding these treasures. Lucky for all of you travel-loving readers, I love digging these life-on-the-go goodies up. Here are 12 stocking stuffers for jetsetters for the 2015 holiday season…and here’s to either being a jetsetter yourself or claiming that frequent flier status next year! For more deets on these items above and why I am loving them, check out my full write up on Beyond Words. Happy Holiday Shopping!
Shoes / Michael Kors pink gold watch / White Warren long shawl / Laura mercier cosmetic / Restoration Hardware colorful home decor / Kate Spade Wash & Wear Lingerie Bag Set / Mobile Foodie Survival Kit / Polaroid Cube+ 1440p Mini Lifestyle Action Camera with Wi-Fi Image… / Henri Bendel Charge Me Up Solar Charger / Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Eye Mask / essie gel setter Top Coat 0.46 oz (14 ml)
Meet Ashley
Former NYC fashion industry girl, forever traveler, foodie at heart, and now Mom in Miami. My blog, Arrive Chic, covers the style I find in everyday life both on the road and at home, often with my two energetic little boys in tow.
