Bra Shopping Online Vs. In-Person: Which Is Better?

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It is challenging to find the best wireless bra, strapless bra, or any bra for that matter. It is a common struggle among women to find the right bra. No matter the measurements or equations or test fits, it seems that finding the perfect bra is beyond reach. Still, you must try.

There are more opportunities than ever before to find the best bra for your bust. The number of retailers both online and in-person is always expanding. That said, what is the best way to shop for a bra? Is it necessary to see and feel the bra in person or can you rely on consumer reviews? There are pros and cons for both shopping options.

Online Shopping = Convenience

You can type in a search for the best t-shirt bra and find plenty of online reviews and retailers proclaiming the definitive bra. The question you have to ask yourself is can you trust the information?

Online shopping is convenient, personal, and for the most part stress-free. You can browse the collections of numerous retailers in a matter of minutes, not hours, allowing you to assess a variety of bra styles and reviews.

While online shopping is convenient, you want to be careful about the sites you trust and purchase from. Always check the authenticity of an online retailer and make sure that they use proper security measures to protect your payment and identification information.

You should also check sellers against different licensing bodies and consumer protection agencies. A legitimate business should have a license and an excellent standing in the industry.

If it is a newer business without a lot of background information, look for consumer reviews. Don't just look for glowing recommendations or negative reviews. You want to read through several reviews and take note of specific issues with products, customer service, and transactions.

In-Person Gives You an Accurate Fit

The primary issue with online shopping is that you don't get to see or experience the bra in person before you buy it. Bras are not one-size-fits-all. Your measurements and body shape play a significant role in how the bra fits.

Online shops may have resources like guides detailing what is my bra size. The guides are helpful for at-home measurements, but mistakes can happen. 

Shopping at a brick-and-mortar location gives you access to the salespeople. Most lingerie stores hire and train sales associates, helping them become experts in sizing. Being able to talk to an actual person and seek advice from someone knowledgeable can make all the difference when shopping for a bra.

If you have purchased your fair share of bras over the years, you may not have a problem buying a bra online. That said, if you are new to the bra shopping experience or are still developing, buying a bra in person at a store is the best way to go.

Are you ready to buy your next bra? Visit a local retailer or check out a popular website to see the options and talk to a knowledgeable salesperson.

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Halloween Books For Adults From Books2Door

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The spooky season for me starts as soon as September has finished. October is the month that I like to transform our house with pumpkins decorations, orange and brown furnishing and a smell of pumpkin spice in the air. It's also one of my favourite seasons to snuggle up with a book and I am currently reading some new Halloween books for adults from Books2Door. If like me you enjoy a scary story then these will be a perfect choice.

Disney's Twisted Tales

You may already know I am a huge Disney fan and whilst I love the heroes and princesses I am also drawn to the villains in Disney movies. Who doesn't love a good baddie? The idea behind the Twisted Tales series is that the Villains are the main characters and it's their storyline that is the main attraction. They are a great read and perfect for Disney lovers like me. 

Disney Twisted Tales Vol. 1

1. A Whole New World

2. Once Upon a Dream

3. As Old as Time

There are 3 stories to enjoy with the Disney Twisted Tales Vol.1 collection. The stories are based around Aladdin, Sleeping Beauty and Beauty and The Beast. 

Disney Twisted Tales Vol. 2

1. Reflection

2. Mirror, Mirror

3. Part of Your World

If Vol.1 isn't enough you can also enjoy Vol.2 of Disney's Twisted Tales following the stories of Mulan, Snow White and The Little Mermaid. 

The collection is perfect for both young adults and older. They are spooky rather than scary with lots of Disney magic in there too.

You can buy Vol. 1 and 2 combined which is cheaper than buying both separately. 

Stephen King - Movies Collection

Stephen King has been a well-known figure in horror and science fiction writing for decades. His first release was Carrie, originally published in 1974. That was quickly followed by Salem’s Lot in 1975 and The Shining in 1977. There have been many adaptations of King’s novels over the years. This collection contains 4 of the most notable titles that were adapted onto the big screen, The Shining, Pet Sematary, IT and Doctor Sleep, Stephen King - The Movies Collection.

Stephen King has always been John's favourite author and although he has read most of his books many times he will always go back to his favourites. 

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These books will certainly keep us busy this October. What are you reading this Spooky Season?

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Halloween Lakeside Light Trail Review

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Last week we visited our very first Halloween Light Trail. We have done lots of light trails over the years around Christmas time but we have never done a spooky one before. We were all really excited as we do like a light trail, we had no idea what to expect we just knew to wrap up warm and prepared for a spooky walk. 

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Supporting A Child's Emotional Literacy With Mighty Cards

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We are now heading in to the final year of primary school and whilst little J is showing no signs of anxiety or nervousness, I know this year will be tough on him for many reasons. Firstly the last year of primary means the end to everything he has known for the past 7 years. He will be split up from his friends as they head to different secondary schools, preparing and revising for KS2 SATS will also be a tough time as no one likes exams. Supporting a child's emotional literacy is very important and I am going to try everything I can to keep him as calm and stress free as possible. 

When we were recently sent a set of Mighty Cards, I knew that these may be what I had been looking for. The cards which are designed for ages 4-11, provide effective and engaging strategies to help children manage their feelings and emotions. The pack consists of 36 cards which are divided in to 3 types of activities.

There are a wide range of emotions that we experience every day including happy, sad, excited, worried, embarrassed and anxious. Sometimes these may be difficult to deal with so having some simple strategies to follow can really help deal with those tricky feelings. 

The cards are really simple to use and understand, and for us we have been taking the time to choose a card just before dinner to help us enjoy our evening a little better and then before bed to help us feel rested and content. 

Breathe 

Breathing strategies to calm your body and focus on your mind.

A sample of a Breathe Card is Finger Breathing.

Use a finger from your right hand to gently trace up and down the fingers on your left hand.

Each time you trace up a finger, take a slow deep breath in through your nose. Each time you trace down a finger, slowly release your breath through your mouth. 

Once you have traced the fingers on one hand, swap hands and repeat. 

Move

Physical exercises to help relieve tension in your body.

A sample of a Move Card is Wall Push.

Stand in front of a wall and place your arms out in front of you so your hands are touching the wall. 

When you are ready, try with all your strength to push the wall over. Count for 10 seconds, pushing hard. Then shake your arms and legs gently to release the tension in your body. 

Repeat 3 times. 

Create

Creative activities to build a sense of calm and control. 

A sample of a Create Card is Calm Poster.

Write the word CALM on paper in big writing. Colour and decorate the page using your favourite colours and stickers. 

As you are colouring and decorating, imagine that you are filling yourself with calmness and joy.

Place your CALM poster somewhere where you can see it often. 

How you use the cards is down to your own personal choice however even though they are designed with children in mind we have all been using the cards and after just a few days we have already felt the benefit. 

Dr Gail Sinitsky is a child psychologist and founder of Young & Mighty and has been working with children and families for over 15 years, providing assessment and therapy, in schools and NHS clinics. As part of her work, she specialises in designing and delivering highly successful workshops and groups for children experiencing 'tricky emotions', low self-esteem, trauma, and relational difficulties. 

If you would like to know more about Dr Gail and Young and Mighty you can visit the website.

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How To Choose A Good Fitness Tracker For Family Days Out

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Getting out and about with your family is a hugely important thing to do, and you should try to fit it in - or, even better, prioritise it - as much as possible. There are, of course, a few things that can make a day out with the family even better, and one of these, perhaps surprisingly, is a fitness tracker. 

These devices don’t only help you stay active, but they can also help you bond as a family because you can set goals to work towards together, for example, plus they can even help you stay in touch, just in case someone gets lost. With that in mind, here are some things to consider when you’re choosing a good fitness tracker for a family day out. 

Find A User-Friendly Design 

When you’re looking for a fitness tracker, you’ll need to search out a user-friendly design and make this one of the first things you look for when you’re working out what tracker is going to work best for you. 

If you’re using the device as a family, you’ll want to make sure everyone can use it and understand it, so look for things like an easy-to-read screen, easy navigation, and comfortable wristbands (that are adjustable). You can even find models that are specifically designed for kids, so if you don’t intend to wear your fitness tracker other than when you’re out with the family, that could be a good idea too. 

Read Reviews

It’s also really useful to read reviews of the various makes and models you might consider buying. When you do this, you can compare a few different designs and functions and see what other people thought of the different fitness trackers on the market. 

Even if a review is a little older, it’s still worth reading through, as the information will generally still be correct. For example, this review of Garmin's Vivoactive 3 is a few years old, but it will still give you plenty of information, and it might even save you money because buying an older model will usually be cheaper than a newer one, and if it’s got all the functions you need, it’s a bargain. 

Durability 

Some days out will be peaceful and quiet, and that’s great, but some will be loud and busy and active. This is also wonderful, and important, but these days can take their toll on your equipment, from bags to shoes and much more, so it’s wise to think about durability when you’re choosing things to take out with you. 

That’s important for your fitness tracker as well, so when you’re starting your search, you’ll need to check how durable each option is. Depending on what you and your family like to do and where you go, it can also be a good idea to look for a water-resistant version, just to be on the safe side - the last thing you’ll want to do is find a great fitness tracker that does everything you want it to do, but that breaks as soon as it gets wet.

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