People tend to wait until they aren’t well, to do things for wellness. I realized a long time ago that I need to maintain my self-care routine. I no longer wait until I’m breaking to start to put myself back together. My self-care routine is the glue that keeps me together. So here are 6 things that I do every month to take care of myself.

Mani/Pedi- I keep my nails done. I talk with my hands, so I take pride in having nice nails. I think it lends itself to a polished and professional look. The Parisian in Marietta sees me every 2-3 weeks depending on how well my nails last.

Body Scrub- Once a month, I go to JeJu Korean Spa and have the dead skin scrubbed from my body! I soak in a hot tub for 15 minutes and then relax (sort of) on a table while a nice Korean woman scrubs me from neck to toes. When I saw my skin rolled up on the table, I was in awe. For only $40, it’s the most effective body scrub I've ever had.

Waxing- I get waxed from the rooter, to the tooter at Brazilian Wax in Kennesaw. I stopped shaving with a razor a long time ago. A few years back, I found a bb sized bump in my left breast. I assumed that It might be from shaving with a razor and using traditional deodorant (it’s a long story). So I stopped shaving all together.

Botox and Juvederm- I used to get Botox once per year at WIFH. I haven’t had it in a long time, but it’s not off my list of self-care because I am open to getting it still. I get Juvederm to fill smile lines every other year. I try to maintain a youthful appearance, even though it’s really genetics! Thanks Mama!

Hydrafacial- Also at WIFH, they offer a hydrating facial that incorporates cleaning and scrubbing and ultra-moisture. I have a lot of clogged pores, and this facial helps manage them. I love the way my skin looks afterward, the plump look is temporary, but the deep cleansing lasts a long time.

Matching panties and bras- I ALWAYS match my undergarments. It’s something that nobody knows but me, however it makes me feel feminine and pretty to put effort in something that no one can see. It’s totally for me!