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2022 Ultimate Gift Guide

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I love this time of year, everything gets merry and bright, people are generally nicer and there is that holiday cheer to put us in a great mood. I personally love it because of the gift giving (and receiving) and glorious vacation! I. cannot. wait. for vacation! I am on a somewhat mini vacay as I type this - It is the day after thanksgiving, there’s no work and the house is quiet. So, I have decided to put together a gift guide since they have been so popular on the blog - you all generally like them and find them helpful. So here goes, I hope you find something for yourself, a friend or a loved one.

Lifestyle & Travel, MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithNovember 28, 2022Gift Guide, gift guide, 2022 gift guide, elevenComment

Electric Toothbrush Round-Up

The holidays are among us and it is a time of year that is for togetherness, family, spreading holiday cheer and gift giving! I have started a tradition of putting together gift guides this time of year. In 2021 these were among the most popular posts on the blog so I am back again with the guides this year. Seeing that I am an Orthodontist, no gift guide of mine is complete without oral care goodies and it just so happens that some of my favorite oral care brands are having major sales this holiday season. I have rounded up a few electric toothbrush options for you and linked them. Not only are the items up to 50% off but you can save additionally with my coupon codes. hey make great stocking stuffers!

Motherhood, Lifestyle & TravelDr. Patrice SmithNovember 22, 2022gift guide, oral care, smile tips, elevenComment

Foreo ISSA Collection: Luxury For Your Mouth

As a dentist (Orthodontist), I get very excited when I am introduced to any new and revolutionary dental product. Every now and then oral care brands send me items to try, have my patients try and give my feedback. One of these said companies is Foreo (pronounced for-ray-oh). Foreo is a swedish beauty brand that has made their way into oral care - they really are a self-care brand in my opinion. Having their products is like taking the spa home with you - all their products are luxurious, high-end, high quality, promotes taking care of your body and are backed by science and technology.

Lifestyle & Travel, MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithNovember 18, 2022smile tips, Gift Guide, elevenComment

Increase The Good Bacteria in Your Mouth With Dental Probiotics

Did you know there are over 700 species of both good and bad bacteria that populate our mouths? Our mouths have a diverse ecosystem of bacteria in it. The key to a healthy mouth is maintaining the right balance of bacteria where the “good” bacteria outnumber the “bad” bacteria.

Lifestyle & Travel, MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithJune 15, 2022smile tips, oral care, oral health, nineComment

Father's Day Gift Guide

Father’s day is June 19th this year and since my gift guides have become quite popular I have decided to create one for dad, too. So here we are! I am rounding a few amazing gift ideas for the dad/father figure in your life.

Motherhood, Lifestyle & TravelDr. Patrice SmithJune 14, 2022Gift Guide, motherhood, nineComment

Cozy Earth Mother's Day Gift Guide

One of my favorite brands is having a Mother’s Day Sale and I had to share. I was introduced to Cozy Earth several months ago and I kid you not, they have some of the best quality products I have come across in a long time.

MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithApril 26, 2022Gift Guide, motherhood, mothers day, nineComment

My Favorite Mommy Accessory: Tushbaby Carrier

Wearing the TushBaby is very comfortable, and it’s easy to put on. You simply wrap the TushBaby around your body, above the hips, and secure the velcro as well as the buckle. It feels very secure and with the heavy-duty velcro, it’s not going anywhere! Then you simply set your child on the seat. Discount code included.

MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithApril 22, 2022motherhood, Gift Guide, nineComment

Mother's Day Gift Guide

I love receiving gifts! (perhaps it’s one of my love languages) and I equally love giving them, so I have rounded up a few gift ideas for the mommas in your life.

MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithApril 17, 2022Gift Guide, motherhood, nineComment

How to Balance Work and Parent Life - Tips from Experienced Moms!

Balancing family and work has become an issue for modern families. It’s overwhelming and stressful, especially when you’re giving more attention to one at the expense of the other. This behavior has led to dysfunctional outcomes like strained family ties, poor physical and mental health, and inefficiency in the workplace. Here are tips from experienced moms to get you started.

MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithApril 6, 2022motherhood, balance, nineComment

Mental Health Toolkit for Winter 2022

There are many times in the year when our mental health comes under fire with challenges. Challenges that come from every direction of life. Those challenges can come from motherhood, from marriage, the comments people say, from work, and the list goes on.

Lifestyle & Travel, MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithFebruary 25, 2022self care, mental health, personal development, eightComment

How to Smash Your Goals in 2022

The years 2020 and 2021 taught us a lot about uncertainty. Nevertheless, the beginning of a new year is a hopeful time. Let’s set and smash our goals in 2022!

Lifestyle & Travel, Motherhood, Professional FinancialDr. Patrice SmithJanuary 4, 2022goal setting, new year goals, new year, eightComment

Hospital Bag Packing List

This is for the mama’s to be who will be delivering their little bundle of joy in the near future and just want a little clarification on the necessities.

MotherhoodDr. Patrice SmithNovember 15, 2021motherhood, hospital bag, sevenComment

2021 Ultimate Gift Guide

The holidays are upon us, which means it’s gifting season! I love getting gifts for my loved ones, whether for friends, family, co-workers, staff/team at the office. I love giving them as much as I enjoy receiving them and as such have compiled a list of great gifts that you can share with your loved ones.

Motherhood, Lifestyle & TravelDr. Patrice SmithNovember 10, 2021Holidays, Holiday shopping, Gift Guide, seven, gift guideComment

The Mommy Truck: My Top 5 Picks

I was absolutely not in the market for a new car. I loved my small SUV, It was perfect for me and seemed to fit a carseat pretty comfortably. However, shortly after the birth of my son I quickly realized that I did not have quite enough space for all the things that I now needed.

5 Secrets To Work-Life Balance

These days, especially with some of us working from home it seems almost impossible to have a little separation between your career and your life. In fact, for many people, their career is their life. But it doesn't have to be that way. Being happy and fulfilled requires making time for yourself just as much of a priority as your career.

Balancing Motherhood & Professional Life

Mother - of all my titles, this is the one I am most proud of. I have been a mom for just under 2 months now and It has been one of the most fulfilling journeys, but it can be exhausting.