10 Most Effective Wedding Stress Reducers for the Bride-To-Be
The pressure of planning my wedding and having my mother-in-law in town for 3 months had me searching near and far for stress reducing tips. Yoga, Pilates, cutting out caffeine, etc. were some of the suggestions I found (and trust me, I tried them all) but they did not stop the constant headaches and insomnia.
Sensing the urgency, a friend gave me a handout she received in a Yoga class. It was titled 52 Proven Stress Reducers, provided by the National Headache Foundation. I can tell you, with authority, their method of attack to reduce stress really does work. Although all 52 tips were great, I found that the following ten helped me the most to get through the wedding and on to the honeymoon.
1. Get up fifteen minutes earlier in the morning. The inevitable morning mishaps will be less stressful.
2. Simplify, simplify, simplify…
3. Procrastination is stressful. Whatever you want to do tomorrow, do today; whatever you want to do today, do it now.
4. Get enough sleep. If necessary, use an alarm clock to remind you to go to bed.
5. Allow yourself time – everyday – for privacy, quiet, and introspection.
6. Schedule a realistic day. Avoid the tendency to schedule back-to-back appointments; allow time between appointments for a breathing spell.
7. Every day, do something you really enjoy.
8. Writing your thoughts and feelings down (in a journal, or on paper to be thrown away) can help you clarify things and can give you a renewed perspective.
9. Create order out of chaos. Organize your home and workspace so that you can always know exactly where things are. Put things away where they belong and you won’t have to go through the stress of losing things.
10. Learn to live one day at a time.
By Cindy Locke of zazastuff.com
No Last Minute "Under-Gown” Issues
Wedding Undergarment Suggestions
You’ve spent tons of time shopping for that perfect gown, right? However, for the gown to look “just right” you should also spend some time looking for the right undergarment too.
One of the most important articles of clothing for a bride, which is sometimes overlooked, is what is worn underneath the gown. I have seen many brides in a panic, just before the wedding, because they thought that what they wore underneath their gown would be an easy step...and it isn't always that simple. Consider the following when choosing your bridal undergarments.
Problems such as a low back gown, strapless, or even the material used for the gown such as silk, could pose an underwear nightmare. You don't want bra clips, straps or even a lace bra under a chiffon gown giving you unnecessary lines and seams. Give yourself plenty of time to find the right solution. Have a fitting and don't always go with what the fitter has in stock, (it's sometimes overpriced), but do find out your exact size. If you do find a perfect fit and have time to shop, you can save money by knowing the exact brand of bra or corset and shop online. If you're going to use the internet and have not tried sizes before, make sure you read the return policy from that site so that you're not stuck with an item that doesn't work. (I've had Brides buy two different sizes from us and just return the one that doesn't work.) Always return the garment before your ceremony so that you don't need to think about it again.
For you “shapely” brides that are a bit top heavy, give yourself ample time to find the right fit. Large or out of the ordinary sizes such as a 40C or 32DD can be a problem to locate quickly. You’ll want to have enough time to try on the garment and be sure it suits the dress and is going to be comfortable.
The best advice is to start early, and give yourself plenty of time...and don't forget your Honeymoon Lingerie
By Lingerie Larry of lingeriegifts.com
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