Monday, May 18, 2020

Things To Consider When Getting Cosmetic Procedures

A cosmetic procedure is something that can be both invasive and non-invasive. Some people get these procedures for vanity purposes, or it might be something that could benefit them physically or mentally. If you’re considering any type of cosmetic procedure, it’s worth making sure you’re fully prepared for what’s ahead. Here are some things to consider when getting cosmetic procedures.

Do Your Research
Doing your research is the first step to making sure that what you’re doing is something that’s right for you. It’s worth looking at the procedure itself and what you will likely expect when you get it. This can help to ease some of your concerns and to answer any questions you may have. It’s also important to do your research on what’s out there when it comes to those individuals who can perform the cosmetic procedure for you. There are those that will have plenty of experience and be qualified, but there might be those out there that might not do the best of jobs. It’s good to do enough research so that you feel confident about getting the procedure itself and having the right person do it for you. There’s nothing worse than going into something and expecting it to be better, when in fact it could be much worse.

Assess The Risks
As with all cosmetic procedures, those both non-invasive and invasive will have some risks. These might simply be side-effects or things that could go wrong during the procedure. Theses educational tummy tuck videos are an example of how doing your research can help you know the ins and outs of the procedure itself. It can also ensure you’re finding the right person to do the procedure. If they’re relaying all the possible risks and side effects correctly and that match up to what you researched, then you have the best chance of it going smoothly.

Think About The Expense
The cost of some of these procedures can be very expensive, and so it’s important that you’re checking the price tags before you start getting your hopes up. Thinking about the expense can also make you aware of those clinics and individuals that are going to be more genuine and experienced than others who might charge it at a fraction of the price. If something sounds too good to be true or is priced that way, then it probably is.


Make Time For Recovery
And finally, remember that you want to think about any recovery time that you’ll need when it comes to your treatment. Some invasive and non-invasive treatments might need you to take some time off or have a few hours of downtime. Other treatments might be something you can get without needing to have any downtime at all. There are lots of different ones available, so make sure you check this and make the relevant accommodations for this. 

Cosmetic procedures are something you want to take very seriously because they can certainly have their risks if you’re not careful. Do your research and make sure it’s something you definitely want.

Mindfulness During Pregnancy and Early Motherhood



For some women becoming pregnant is as simple as trying once. For others, it can be very difficult to become pregnant and can take years, with specialist help. 


But, regardless of which approach you need to use, becoming pregnant is a great feeling and experience. To make the most of the experience and give your baby the best start in life you’ll need a good gynecologist Sydney and the ability to develop mindfulness during your pregnancy and early motherhood.


What Is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness refers to being in the moment and aware of what is going on around you right now. It’s a way of de-stressing as you focus solely on the here and now. Instead of concerning yourself with what could happen you simply enjoy what is.


It can be difficult to adopt an attitude of mindfulness. After all, we live in a society where instant gratification and stress are daily occurrences. The idea of simply accepting things as they are is not one that many people are accustomed to.


But, there is little doubt that the fast pace of modern life contributes to elevated stress levels. As stress is a key factor in many age-related diseases this is something you want to focus on reducing.

Mindfulness is a great way of reducing your stress levels, that’s good for your health and your baby’s.

You should also note that mindfulness will help you to be in touch with your own body. This means you’ll be more aware of aches and pains and be able to take the right steps to deal with any issues before they become serious. 


Boosts Positivity

Stress and other factors in your daily life can make it hard to be positive about the future and the world that you’re bringing a baby into. This is normal.


 But, developing mindfulness will help you to appreciate the good things and this will improve your positive outlook on life. These feelings of contentment will also benefit your baby, helping them to be calm when they are born and during life. The things you do during pregnancy and early motherhood really do affect the development of your child. 


How To Develop Mindfulness

The main step in developing mindfulness is to find time for yourself. Ideally, you should schedule this in to ensure you always have time for yourself.


The idea is to find a quiet place and get yourself into a comfortable position. It can be standing, sitting, or lying down, the position doesn’t matter as long as it’s comfortable. You then focus on one thought and nothing else.


It will release your stress and help you to realize how unimportant so many things actually are in life. 


Premature Birth

Early studies have suggested that mindfulness can reduce the likelihood of premature birth. It’s believed that this is connected with stress levels. Stressed babes are more eager to get out of the womb and are more likely to experience complications in the birthing process.


This is simply a relaxation issue. Being mindful allows you to relax and your baby, ensuring the smoothest possible delivery when they eventually decide to come out.

Check out this article from Spread Great Ideas titled Attitude, Presence, and Gratitude Quotes: The Importance of Being Present




Preparing for a Summer at Home

The weather is starting to improve, and summer is very much on its way. But, while we’re all looking forward to better weather, this summer might be a little different. We don’t know yet whether we’ll be able to go on vacations in other countries, or even if we’ll get days on the beach closer to home. You might be able to visit parks and other outdoor spaces with members of your own household, but will you be able to meet with friends and more distant family members? A walk might be possible, but will you be able to eat in your favorite restaurant?

Many places, all over the world, are taking tentative steps towards normal life, or at least a new normal out of lockdown. But, it’s probably safe to say that many of the restrictions will still be in place for the next few months, some places that you love may remain closed, and social distancing will remain part of our lives for the foreseeable future. 

Sunday, May 17, 2020

Crucial Details People Forget Starting Their Own Business

Are you thinking about getting started with your own business? If so, then you need to be aware that there’s a lot to consider. If you miss out on any of the key points, then you will struggle to thrive with this particular choice in your career. 

Legal Liabilities 


You need to make sure that you are thinking about legal issues when you are running a company. A lot of new business owners assume that if you have no intention to break the law then you will automatically remain on the right side. Well, this just isn’t the case. There are many instances where you can accidentally slip over to the other side. For instance, you might start operating without the right certification. It’s true to say that you need certificates and legal documentation for most businesses these days whether you are employing TABC food handlers or trading goods internationally. 

It’s A Lot Of Money

Unfortunately, even though you hear all those stories about how people started their business with 5 dollars, this likely isn’t going to be the case for you. This is a very rare occurrence and is the exception where you are more likely to fall under the rule. Starting a business is a lot of money, and you’re not going to be able to get around this, but that doesn’t mean that you have to finance it yourself if you don’t have the money. Instead, you can look at some of the alternative options that are available to you.

The first one of these is that you can look for an investor to put the money up for your business. It might be possible for you to find one person who is willing to put up all the money, or you might need to go out and find multiple to make it up. You can find investors at trade shows, or you can search for well-known investors and book an appointment with them. You should be aware though that they usually own a percentage of your company.

If you don’t want to do this, then you can try crowdfunding. There are a number of platforms online that allow you to do this, and you aren’t going to owe anyone a penny. People choose to help you fund your business, and you don’t have to pay it back, even if your business succeeds.

You’re Only As Strong As Your Staff


Ask yourself what the most important aspect of your business is. Business owners often have a variety of different answers to this question. However, there’s only one truly correct choice. It’s your team members. Think about it, they are the ones who your customers are going to interact with. They are the ones who are going to make that crucial impression. Without the right team, your business is dead in the water.

We hope that this article has been helpful, and you now see some of the crucial details that people forget when they are starting their own business.

Saturday, May 16, 2020

Summer 2020 Reading List (plus more) by The Kerrie Show Blog


Yes, friends, family, fans and freaky fast readers, it's that time again, and I don't know about you, but I'm excited to get crackin' on The Kerrie Show Blog's Summer 2020 Reading List!

Not sure what your part of the world looks like right now, but our library system here in the middle of America is a little bit still on lockdown and has been for a coupla months. That means I've been digging out some buried books from my closet as well as ordering some new ones from eBay … and then sitting by the mailbox in a chair waiting for them to arrive. My husband thinks I have a problem but, hey, when I'm reading I'm out of HIS hair, right?!

Conversely, find me on Goodreads and let's connect so you can see what I'm reading and I can see what you recommend! And here is the 2020 Summer Reading List!

I have to admit I already started this one. I get bored with it, then something perks me up and makes perfect sense. I read it to Sam the other night and it made him sleepy. He's 10. Anyway, my goal is to get unstuck from a whole lot of writing projects as homeschooling slows down and summer hits my household full force.

I think I picked this one up at church and never read it. It's pretty thin but I'm hoping it packs a helpful punch.

LOVE Shirley Jackson. Watched The Haunting of Hill House series a while back based on her novel, then recently read a short story by her called Charles to my 12-year-old daughter and we laughed and laughed. Our ex-neighbor recommended the story The Lottery, so I said why not get even more stories by her? (I'm wondering already if Suzanne Collins got the idea for the Hunger Games series from The Lottery)

I like my husband. I love my husband. I should be praying for him with more specific intentions.

This will just be a guilty pleasure read, I'm guessing. (started May 11, finished _______)


I like my kids. I love my kids. I'm gonna pray for them with more specific intentions.

I kinda feel like I have to read this one since we moved to a city called Peculiar, MO. My kids don't normally like this kind of dark stuff, so I'm doing a pre-reading for them. I like that there are more books after it.

Been meaning/needing to read this one for years. 


I love me some vintage times. When the kids are all moved out, Aron and I plan to burn all our current furniture (except for the items he made himself) and buy up all the mid-century modern we can get our grubby hands on!

My friend Ginette mentioned this once and I thought it sounded like a good thing to check out.

I got this one years ago with a Half Price Books gift card from my dad and stepmom, but I never read it. Loved his earlier stuff when I was in my 20s. Hope I also love this one.

Pretty sure I proofread this for one of my very first clients on Fiverr like 7 years ago. Full of good info.

This is one of my favorite authors, or she used to be anyway. Haven't read her work in a long time. Loved The Handmaid's Tale … haunting (check out the slow taking of power from the women and the people over time). Read The Robber Bride to Aron when we were first dating (poor guy). Got my daughter Callie's name from The Blind Assassin in 2000. Hoping to fall deeply in love with this book.

If none of these float your boat or you flew through them and need more ideas, check out the 2020 Summer Reading List by Sarah's Bookshelves here.