I think it's about time I pulled out my bubble bath supplies and made plans to have a proper soak this week. A good relaxing bath can really recharge the body and mind and that's something I could use about now. Here are my bath-must-haves:
1. Tub Overflow Drain Blocker: even though these overflow drains are very important they prevent grown people from filling up a tub high enough to provide proper coverage of the body. These plastic covers attach to the tub with lots of tiny suction cups and then have a small vent at the top. It does a great job of keeping the water from draining out before you have even finished filling the tub.
2. Bath Pillow: I love this one because it not only provides a cushion for my head but also for my upper back. It's a nice luxury for anyone who wants to have a relaxing soak in the tub but it's absolutely necessary for those of us with fibromyalgia and chronic migraines.
3. Bubble Bath, Bath Oil or Bath Bomb: I personally prefer bubbles or bombs because the oils usually leave a heavy scent behind on the skin that sticks around too long. When I buy bubble bath, I always buy the cheap stuff because it has very little scent that generally doesn't bother me and doesn't stick around after the bath. I like this aloe-vera bubble bath from CVS, doesn't trigger my head at all.
4. Soothing Playlist: I always have a least a couple calming albums on my ipod that get a lot of play during dinnertime at our house that are also great for a bubble bath. I love this little rechargeable ipod dock that allows me to take my music with me to any room in the house.
5. Candles: I like to use those small tealight candles in large numbers. The light never disappears into a hole created by the flame like with pillar candles. They are the perfect size and price for one-time-use in large numbers and they don't require special holders. I buy them in bulk super cheap so I can use 10 or 15 (or more) at a time. If my head is in rough shape I will forgo the tealight candles and instead use my flameless pillar candles.
Okay, I'm officially ready for a bubble bath. Now I just need to find the energy to clean the tub and it'll be go time.
Okay, I'm officially ready for a bubble bath. Now I just need to find the energy to clean the tub and it'll be go time.
How awesome! I can no longer use bubble bath or oil or anything with a scent anymore because it triggers my fibro and headaches. I so miss that! I have to buy unscented everything now. I hope you get your relaxing bath soon!!!!
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