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Top Tips For Choosing Your Bridesmaid Robes

June 1, 2022February 3, 2021 by Las Vegas Woman

You may have thought long and hard about the best gifts for your bridesmaids, only to settle on bridesmaid robes. After all, they are beautiful, practical, and affordable.

Since the bridesmaids are getting spoilt, its only fair to spoil the groomsmen too! Depending on what hobbies or interests they share, the possibilities are endless, from personalised beer stubby holders, matching ties, personalised cuff links or custom boots from Kader Boot Co.

However, before you jump into the purchasing process, take the time to think about the best ways to purchase your new robes. A little bit of research can go a long way. We’ve included some top tips for making sure the shopping process goes off without a hitch.

Research the Supplier

Even though you may have found the most beautiful robe on the internet, don’t rush into buying it right away. Take the time to find out more about the supplier so you can be sure about their reputation.

Look for online reviews from real customers. Real testimonials can give you insight into things like garment quality, shipping timeframes, value for money, and more.

It can also be worth finding out where they are based so you can enjoy peace of mind that you’re not waiting too long to receive them. For example, if you’re based in Australia, purchase bridesmaid robes online in Australia.

Check the Sizes

Even though robes are available in all different shapes and sizes, that doesn’t mean your preferred stockist will have the sizes you need. Narrow down your options based on whether they are able to cater to your sizing requirements. You can do this by clicking on your desired style and seeing the dropdown menu for sizes.

7 Healthy Eating Habits You Should Try

January 18, 2022December 16, 2020 by Las Vegas Woman

If you do any amount of research into staying fit and healthy, you will undoubtedly find copious text relating to the fact that what we eat plays a huge role in our well-being. Everything from diets to help lose weight, to lists of healthy and not so healthy food can be found. No doubt for some, the reason they have not yet altered their eating habits to healthier ones is that the sheer number of available diets make their head spin trying to decide which one to pursue.

You will be pleased to know that in this article we are not going to outline or recommend any specific diet that we believe you should follow. For a start, every person reading this will have different dietary needs, so any single diet is not going to be suitable for all of them. Instead, what we are going to do is highlight a range of healthy eating habits, many of which can be incorporated into any specific diet you may be following, or at least compliment it in some way.

As with any advice relating to health and nutrition, before implementing it and changing your dietary habits it is advisable to check with your doctor to ensure that they are suitable for you, especially if you have a pre-existing health condition.

#1: Start With A Plan: Any diet or goal relating to your health has a better chance of success if you have a plan to achieve it so plan your meals and your food shopping carefully and sensibly well in advance, including meals out.

#2: Drink More Water: Did you know that 60% of your body is water? To remain healthy, drinking plenty of water is essential. Replace sugary drinks and some of your caffeine drinks with water, and if necessary flavour your water with natural, unsweetened fruit juices.

A Beginners Guide To Meditation

January 18, 2022August 3, 2020 by Las Vegas Woman

Whenever the subject of our health and well-being is raised, in most cases the subject being discussed relates to physical health, at least that was the case until recently. With the world being more attuned to the importance of mental health, especially in light of how people had to cope with all that they had to face due to the Covid-19 pandemic, everyone is more aware that the health of our mind is every bit as significant, as the health of our bodies.

There are many ways in which our mental health can be affected, both positively and negatively, and if we were to write fifty books on these subjects, we would still barely be scratching the surface. Instead, we are going to look at one subject, and it is one which you will be pleased to know, seeks to impart positive effects on your mental well-being.

The subject we are referring to is meditation, and it is one that, sadly, far too many people know very little about. For those that do know about mediation, and more importantly, practice it regularly, they will all tell you that meditation is a positive experience and one from which they benefit enormously.

What Is Meditation?

Let us first define what meditation is, at least from a general perspective given that meditation can be practised in many ways. The most basic definition is that meditation is a calming and quieting of the mind. An analogy is comparing a busy road junction at peak times with cars, buses, and trucks all noisily driving through, with what that same junction is like at 3 am with barely one car per hour driving through it.

Substitute all the traffic going through the junction with the thoughts that are going through your mind when it is active and busy. With meditation, your mind is quietened, with your thoughts reduced to a bare minimum as you become more mindful.

How Botox Treats Migraines

January 18, 2022June 3, 2020 by Las Vegas Woman

Botox is a cosmetic injectable that thousands of people have seen value in for smoothing out their fine lines and wrinkles. While it’s certainly beneficial for this reason, several thousand people are also seeing the value in it for migraines. Could Botox for migraines be right for you?

How Does Botox Treatment for Migraines Work?

It’s natural to be dubious about using a cosmetic injection as a migraine treatment method. You may not see how the two could work in harmony or even why there would be any success. However, the studies look promising.

In one study involving adults with chronic migraines, Botox was able to reduce the number of days they experienced migraines and other headache types while also cutting down how many days they had off work.

Another study found that 70% percent of migraine sufferers were able to see a 50% reduction in the number of headaches they experienced. While extensive research is still ongoing, doctors believe Botox blocks the neurotransmitters that transport pain signals from your brain. This prevents them from accessing the nerve endings in your neck and head that result in the symptoms you experience.

What’s Involved in Botox Treatment for Migraines?

As nervous as you might be about receiving Botox treatment in your head for migraine treatment, there’s no need to worry. It’s a straightforward process when carried out by a trained medical professional.

What to Do After Getting Laser Eye Surgery

November 23, 2023May 4, 2020 by Las Vegas Woman

One of the most daunting parts of any surgery is the recovery process. You know the procedure is reasonably straightforward, but you’re worried about how you will respond after the surgery. Suppose you are weighing the pros and cons of laser eye surgery. In that case, the following information about what to expect after the procedure may be worth reading.

What to Do on The Day of Your Surgery

Your laser eye surgery will be over and done before you know it, especially if you have an experienced eye specialist from the Insight Eye Clinic to guide you through every step. Once the procedure is over, it’s essential to follow their advice to give your eyes a chance to begin healing.

Have someone bring you to and from your appointment, as you cannot drive immediately after your surgery. You must also keep your eyes well-lubricated throughout the day with provided eye drops and avoid reading, watching TV, or using a computer.

Your eye specialist will also recommend not staring without lubricating your eyes, avoiding alcohol, and not showering after the surgery.

Within A Day Of Your Surgery

While your actions may have been restricted immediately after your surgery, you certainly have more freedom the day after. You may shower, but avoid getting soap or water near or in your eyes.

How to Create a Sustainable Landscape Design

January 18, 2022March 4, 2020 by Las Vegas Woman

Sustainability has been on many people’s minds in recent years. We want to use less energy and chemicals, and we want to spend less money. This is all possible with a sustainable landscape design.

What does a sustainable landscape design look like, and how can you create one for yourself? Read on to find out.

Understanding the Principles of Sustainable Landscape Design

Before you can create a landscape design that emphasises sustainability, it helps if you know what it is. Sustainability in a landscape design incorporates many things, such as water saving, energy saving, biodiversity, produce growth, and pollution reduction.

You might incorporate all of these factors into your design or simply a few. However, having an awareness of them all can allow you to put more thought into the design process to make sustainability your priority.

Step 1: Measure

For accuracy and precision when purchasing products for landscaping, and the landscape process itself, make sure you measure everything. Draw the shape of your property and its boundaries on a piece of paper and measure along the edges.

Measuring the positioning of plants and trees that you’ll be keeping in place can also help you decide how to work around them and make the most of the space.

7 Outstanding Sites You Should Try To Visit Around Ubud

January 18, 2022January 18, 2020 by Las Vegas Woman

One of the major benefits of choosing to have a holiday in Bali is that you have an almost endless list of places you can visit whilst there. In fact, there are so many of them, that many people insist on returning to Bali on multiple holidays so that they can experience as much of what Bali has to offer as possible.

The diversity of places to visit in Bali is incredible, and your head could be forgiven for spinning as you try to plan out your itinerary. One way to make your planning easier is to focus your attention on the area of Bali that you are staying in, and for the purposes of this article, we are going to look at places that are located in and around Ubud.

Ubud is located towards the southeast of Bali and is a popular location for those tourists who want to experience some of the culture and traditions of Bali such as crafts and cooking. It is also a fantastic base for anyone who wishes to see some of the beauty and splendour of this idyllic island. With this in mind, here are 7 wonderful locations in and around Ubud, that you must try to visit during your time in Bali

Kanto Lampo Waterfall: Bali is famous for its many waterfalls, and one located near Ubud which is a magnet for those who want stunning photographs of this type of natural feature, is Kanto Lampo Waterfall. The sight of the crystal clear water cascading down the rocks is one to behold, and it is also a great location to cool off should you wish to stand within the falls or jump in the natural pool at the bottom.

Campuhan Ridge Walk: For a bit of light exercise, and a relaxing way to spend a couple of hours, you should make your way to Campuhan, where you will find its famous ridge walk. It measures only 1 ¼ miles so it should be suitable for holidaymakers of all ages. The best time to visit is in the late evening when you can take in one of the many stunning sunsets Bali offers.

5 Steps To Planning Your Ideal Kitchen

January 18, 2022October 4, 2019 by Las Vegas Woman

If you intend to have a new kitchen designed and fitted in your home, the process to go from the initial decision, through to the kitchen’s completion, can either be a smooth or a rough one. In the case of the latter scenario where things do not run smoothly, there will several reasons which lead to this, all of which are easily avoidable.

Some of the main issues will be a failure to determine what the priorities are for your kitchen, will include a lack of proper planning, not setting a timetable for the whole process, not establishing a budget, and probably the biggest fault, will be not seeking out professional advice.

Of course, if you do the exact opposite of what we have just described, your new kitchen project should run smoothly, run to schedule, be within budget, and the finished kitchen will be something which is a pleasure for you and your family to cook in or eat meals. To help you further, here are some more detailed outlines of the five main steps you should take in planning your ideal kitchen.

Determine Your Kitchen Design Priorities: One of the fundamentals that will help the process go well is to establish the main priorities you have for the kitchen. By this, we mean the style, the layout, what appliances you want including and the colour scheme. By deciding these at an early stage, the rest of the design process will ensure that the main goals for your kitchen are met once it is completed and in use.

Think About Practicalities Such As Power And Plumbing: A well-designed kitchen is not just about the visuals and by that we mean choosing the cabinet door design and worktop colours. Given the nature of what is done in a kitchen, the practicalities must be considered, with the most important being plumbing, electrics, and gas. There is no point in having a beautiful kitchen if it does not function properly due to oversight relating to the basic utilities.

5 Exercise Activities That Can Be Done During Pregnancy

January 19, 2022June 4, 2019 by Las Vegas Woman

Pregnancy is a time in a person’s life when many of their normal activities might take a back seat and that may include a postponement of their exercise and fitness routines. It is often thought that whilst pregnant, women should not be partaking in anything physical in nature, however, that is not the case for most individuals.

An expectant mother may be advised by her doctor to refrain from physical activity due to a medical condition or an enhanced risk to her or her unborn baby’s wellbeing that exists. However, for the majority of pregnant women exercise is not only possible but is encouraged. With this in mind, we thought we should highlight outline some exercise activities that can be done during pregnancy.

However, before we go into the details we must make the disclaimer that before undertaking any exercise, including those that follow, every expectant mother should seek the advice of their doctor to ascertain if there are any medical reasons why they should not. So, do not do any of the following exercise activities until you have been given the green light to do so from the medical professional who is advising you during your pregnancy.

Pilates

One of the core objectives of Pilates is to improve a person’s posture and balance. These become even more prevalent during pregnancy, especially as your baby grows larger. Pilates can help strengthen your core muscles including your pelvic muscles which can be invaluable during childbirth. Pilates will also help improve your posture as you are walking, something you will be especially grateful for in the latter stages of your pregnancy.

7 Amazing Activities In Canggu Everyone Can Enjoy

January 19, 2022November 3, 2018 by Las Vegas Woman

In the southwest corner of Bali, you will find Canggu, which is a location that you could describe as ‘recently discovered’ by tourists. One of the reasons it has become so popular is that it manages to combine several different facets of a holiday and provide them all in one area.

Whether you like to chill in bars, discover the delights of local crafts and traditions, or love nothing more than heading to the beach to surf the waves, then Canggu is a location which can tick the box for each of these. It also has many excellent restaurants, modern holiday villas and more than its fair share of small shops where you can spend hours browsing for souvenirs and other local wares.

To give you further insights into the many activities that Canggu can offer tourists here are 7 which we hope are diverse enough to include at least one activity for everyone to enjoy.

Go Surfing: One of the reasons Bali is so popular with those who love water sports is that there are plenty of opportunities to go surfing. Canggu is certainly one of those places and in fact, it actually has three top surfing spots. These are Berawa Beach, Batu Balong Beach, and Echo Beach which is the beach most suitable for intermediate surfers.

Visit Pura Tanah Lot Temple: Situated on the top of a rock formation, the Tannah Lot Temple is a popular tourist attraction as well as remaining a religious place for locals who pray to the sea gods. Should you visit in the evening you should have the opportunity to experience the sunset and in particular, viewing the sea turn gold in colour

Browse The La Laguna Gypsy Market: This is a shopping opportunity and an entertainment event all experienced on the same day. The market has over 150 stalls that sell a vast array of different ecological and organic products including spices, coffees, and foods. There is also live music, magic shows, face painting and if you feel peckish, a barbecue.