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2021 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

November 8, 2021 By Melanie No Comments

I can’t believe it. This is the 4th year of releasing my annual Healthy Holiday Gift Guide and I am just over the moon! I know we’re only half way through November and for some this may be pushing the season a bit early. However, I am all kinds of holly and jolly right now and figure there’s nothing wrong with kicking my favorite holiday off a little early. Not to mention there are some major supply shortages happening this year sooo it appears I am no longer the only one releasing a gift guide a month out.

As always, I put together multiple categories for you to shop your gifts from! There will be a part TWO dropping soon with even more categories to browse so stay tuned. And in the meantime, I hope you all find this helpful as you pick out gifts for friends and loved ones!

If you have any requests for specific categories for part 2 just leave a comment on this thread or send me a DM on Instagram. Always happy to do some digging for you.

FITNESS JUNKIE: 

  1. Magnolia Gift Set Popflex Active: Because every gal could use a workout equipment refresh
  2. OXB sweatproof necklace: I never take these off! Sweatproof and showerproof so they never tarnish
  3. Dagne Dover medium backpack: Obsessed with this backpack! It’s chic, durable and has lots of pockets
  4. Bala Bangles 1lb: A must for those booty workouts or even leveling up a walk around the block
  5. Sip Sustainably Bundle: Love a sustainable set in a cute print
  6. Jumprope set: Because everyone should have a rainbow beaded jump rope
  7. Blogilates gold dumbbells: I never thought weight could look this chic
  8. Adidas Ultraboost 5.0: The best shoes for all your cardio needs
2021 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

HOSTEST WITH THE MOSTEST: 

  1. Margarita gift set: A quality glassware set never gets old
  2. Personalized Recipe Book: The perfect place to store all her family and friends recipes!
  3. DIY candle kit: These smell amazing and are perfect for any candle lover
  4. Champagne Earrings: Literally the cutest, festive earrings ever
  5. Marble Coasters: Love the simplicity of gold and marble
  6. Tea Set: The perfect adult tea set and would be so great for serving matcha!
  7. Crosley Radio Turntable: Anything vintage is always adorable

CLEAN BEAUTY QUEEN: 

  1. Sundays Polish Kits: save 10% off with code: headstandsandheels
  2. Vanity Planet Travel Mirror: This mirror has a ring light and cover to protect it during travels
  3. BareMinerals Lip Gloss: My fav OG non-toxic makeup brand
  4. TULA holiday kit: save 20% with code: headstands
  5. Mount Lai Gua Sha: a great addition to anyone’s skincare routine
  6. Vanity Planet Beauty Fridge: such a chic fridge to chill masks, serums and facial tools
  7. Tata Harper Daily Essentials Kit: the best way to sample one of my favorite luxe, clean skincare lines!
2021 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

PLANT ENTHUSIAST: 

  1. Gold watering can: Who said plant accessories can’t be chic and match your home decor?
  2. Llama planter: I loveee these cutie planters and have one above my desk
  3. Snail figurine for planter: Perfect for a bookshelf or inside a potted planter!
  4. Blooming Lollipops: These are so fun! The candy part is edible and you can plant the sticks to grow your own flowers
  5. Plant keychain: This is the perfect stocking stuffer for your plant loving friend!
  6. Plant Tarp: A must have for all your indoor planting needs
  7. “All things grow with life” suncatcher: Love this handmade suncatcher decal! It reflects such pretty rainbows when you place it on a window
2021 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

HOME CHEF:

  1. Click and Grow Indoor Herb Garden: I personally have one of these on my own Christmas list
  2. World Market Cheese Board: Love the combo of the wood and marble
  3. Vitamix Pro: a splurge but the most amazing blender I’ve ever had
  4. Butcher Block Cutting Board: Beautifully crafted and lasts forever!
  5. Smeg Frother: Creates the best froth and love the cute vintage look and color options
  6. Caraway set: Everyone raves about these sets and good cookware is always a must
  7. Loaf Pan (Anthropologie): Just think about how pretty banana bread will look in this pan

OUTDOORSY GAL:

  1. Cute Wool Beanie: Love the pattern and pom pom for these colder months
  2. Portable French Press Mug: perfect for camping trips
  3. FitBit: the best way to track your steps and health stats during a hike
  4. National Park Scratch Off Poster: I think this is such a cute idea for any adventurer!
  5. Flexible Cell Phone Tripod: Because you can’t always ask someone on the trails to take a photo of you
  6. Portable Fire Pit for camping: another must have for camping trips or even your backyard (just check your state’s open fire guidelines)
  7. Sweaty Betty Base Layers these are SO cozy and the perfect layering piece during the winter

DOG MAMA:

  1. Dog Treat Pouch: I’m obsessed with this treat pouch! It’s cute enough to use as a regular bag too
  2. Cute RainJacket: This jacket from Max & Bone is adorable! Nina loves hers
  3. Whistle Switch Collar: It’s basically a FitBit for your pet and we love the GPS feature
  4. Harness and toy set: Such pretty colors, the harness is well made and Nina gives the toys 2 paws up
  5. Personalized Couple Dog Print: I find personalized portraits like this to be so adorable and the perfect holiday gift
  6. Dog Treat Maker: A little extra, yes, but also a super easy way to make homemade treats
  7. Dog Bike Basket: If your friend has a small pup, this is perfect for bringing them on all their future biking ventures
2021 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

CREATIVE QUEEN:

  1. Ipad and apple pencil: procreate is such an incredible way to get into digital art!
  2. Sculpd Pottery Kit: this is such a fun weekend activity idea!
  3. Embroidery Beginner Kit: love the simplicity and colors of this design
  4. The adventure challenge book: I’ve been dying to try this out and they have versions for couples + solo adventures
  5. DIY Mochi Ice Cream Kit: any activity that ends with dessert is a good gift in my book
  6. Watercolor iphone cover case: I had to do a double take with this but it’s such a fun, creative iphone case for any artist!
2021 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

WANDERLUSTER:

  1. Travel Cube Kit: These guys are game changers for making more organized and efficient
  2. Polaroid Printer: such a cute way to print photos straight from your phone while on the go!
  3. Homesick candle: They have one for every state but Holiday Stroll is perfect for anyone who isn’t home for the holidays
  4. Passport and Luggage Tag: Personalized gifts are always the best
  5. Port and Polish Pill Box: Perfect for organizing those daily vitamins
  6. Dagne Dover Weekender: My favorite weekender bag! So roomy and love the neoprene material
  7. Personalized Travel Case: Idk about you but my jewelry is always a hot mess of knots when I travel. This is a great way to store them!

STOCKING STUFFERS:

  1. Mini diptyque candle: Because one can never have too many candles
  2. Cute ornament: Perfect stocking stuffer or for an ornament gift exchange
  3. NYC Stud Earrings: Maybe it’s just the New Yorker in me but I can’t get enough of these cute Kate Spade studs!
  4. Lip Kit from TULA: Use code HEADSTANDS for a discount
  5. Spa scrunchie set: love how plushie these are
  6. Lush bath bomb: The best bath bombs on the planet
  7. Mitten Tea Infuser: a cute addition to any mug of tea

THE MAN IN YOUR LIFE:

  1. Smith Sunglasses : My husband loves these so much he bought two
  2. Puffin Flannel Beer holder: A fun stocking stuffer for any guy
  3. Trade Coffee Subscription : The gift that keeps on giving and perfect for any coffee aficionado
  4. Urban Map Cocktail Glasses : Get a set with the city that is meaningful for you both (or maybe mix them up!)
  5. Wallet Clip: I’ve never heard someone talk so much about a wallet before but Bay is truly OBSESSED with this one
  6. Kindle: Always a classic
  7. JCrew Suede Moccasin Slippers: So cozy and well made!
  8. Chrome and Resin Shaving Set: Add a little luxury to his daily shave

THE NEW MAMA:

  1. JellyCat Stuffed Bunny: Cute, cuddly and gender neutral
  2. Blush Bath Robe: Because mama deserves a comfortable spa feeling at home
  3. Mama Must-Haves Skincare Kit: Such a thoughtful gift for a new mom or mom to be!
  4. Baby Memory Book: So she can write and print out all of her baby’s big moments
  5. Mama’s Me Moments Set: A lovely non-toxic spa kit so she can treat herself to self care
  6. Teddy Bear Fleece Jacket: Such a cute jacket for her little one!
  7. Winc Wine Subscription: So you can treat her to the wine she loves every single month

THE BOOKWORM

  1. Jane Austen puzzle: A must have for any Pride & Prejudice fan
  2. Bookshop pin: The perfect bookworm stocking stuffer
  3. Reading Journal: A great way to keep track of the books you’re reading
  4. Bookstore postcard set: Send someone little notes from the prettiest bookshops across the world
  5. Bookworm canvas tote bag: To carry more books in of course
  6. Pressed flower bookmarks: The most beautiful bookmarks I’ve ever seen!
  7. Planter bookend: I’m pretty sure every bookshelf deserves a vining plant or two

THE COZY CUTIE

  1. Faux Fur Daisy Slippers: I mean how cute and cozy do these look?
  2. Voluspa Vanilla Candle: One of my favorite warm, sweet scents
  3. Silk Sleep Mask Kit: For a little added luxury
  4. Little Book of Hygge: A must have for every homebody
  5. Lunya Washable Silk Set : I’m obsessed with these soft and sustainable pjs!
  6. Heatable Plushie: For extra cozy comfort (and much needed cramp relief)
  7. Jungalow Throw Blanket: Such a pretty throw that comes in multiple colors

I hope you all enjoyed this year’s Healthy Holiday Gift Guide round up! Stay tuned for round 2 coming soon AND I’ll be sharing two products I’ve been personally working on that are PERFECT gifts for the holidays. I can’t wait to show you!

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✨Swipe through my lil scrapbook and let me know which ones you also love incorporating into your #morningroutine ✨

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Celebrating another year around the sun and my fir Celebrating another year around the sun and my first year as a mama with a Mama Mia themed dinner party in our backyard! 🥂🦋🍋💕

I honestly can’t think of a more fun way to spend my birthday eve than eating yummy food, sipping on limoncello spritzes, singing and dancing with my girl friends 🎶. I woke up feeling so loved and incredibly grateful for all the beautiful people in my life 

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Welcome to my morning bliss list ~ featuring five Welcome to my morning bliss list ~ featuring five minute habits that spark all kinds of joy 💛

Mornings look a little different these days but I’ve noticed when I’m able to squeeze these 10 different things in my mental health is SO much better 

✨Swipe through my lil scrapbook and let me know which ones you also love incorporating into your #morningroutine ✨

10 Habits:

❣️Making my bed 
❣️Getting morning sunlight 
❣️Gratitude journaling
❣️Coffee in a cute cup 
❣️Skincare & Makeup routine 
❣️Positive Affirmations 
❣️Tending to my garden 
❣️Dressing for success 
❣️Never skipping breakfast
#Ad Self-Care morning routines are a little shorte #Ad Self-Care morning routines are a little shorter these days and that just means I’ve learned to prioritize habits and products that go the extra mile to make me feel my best! ✨

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The Kiwi Strawberry flavor is so refreshing and the blend of Dermaval and Biotin helps to protect skin’s natural collagen & elastin plus support hair, skin and nails. The best part? It tastes amazing and has no sugar, calories, carbs or artificial sweeteners.

Head to my stories for the link and let me know if you’ll be trying this for yourself! 💕

#UltimaPartner #GoUltima #MorningRoutine #Electrolytes #MorningRituals #HealthyLifestyle
A little reminder that your younger self would be A little reminder that your younger self would be so PROUD of how far you’ve come and this life you are currently living is worth celebrating every. single. day. 💛

I’m someone who is always chasing new goals… and while I appreciate my willingness to hustle, I also know that without intentionally pausing to find gratitude in the present moment it can be far to easy to get used to the things you once were working so hard for. 

This morning, in the midst of my brain starting to spiral thinking about “what’s next” (and having a minor meltdown), I had a moment where I looked around and realized “wow, THIS life is exactly what you dreamed of years ago.” 

And if I look back on so many previous years of my life, I had countless other “aha” moments like that too. Many things that my younger self would have never dreamed possible, became a reality… sometimes in the smallest, most subtle of ways 

All this to say, it’s SO important to keep chasing your dreams. This world needs you. It needs you and your voice, your gifts, your talents and your unique perspective ☺️

Just don’t forget to pause every once in awhile and look around with gratitude for the life you are living right now too 💕
#Ford_Ambassador Welcome back to “romanticizing #Ford_Ambassador Welcome back to “romanticizing routines,” a mini series where I’m sharing different ways to find joy in the small, everyday moments. 💛

Today’s tip is all about leaning into seasonal joys and with it being early summertime that calls for gardening!🪏🪴🫜It’s times like these that I’m SO happy I have my 2025 @Ford Explorer® SUV because the cargo space is perfect for large hauls. 

The available feature back seats fold down with a touch of a button and it’s been a game changer for road trips and grocery shopping. In this case I was able to fill it with multiple bags of soil, a pot and lots of starter flowers, herbs and strawberries! 🍓🌼 

This is just the beginning of plenty more planting I plan on doing this season and I can’t wait to share more. I already know we’ll be spending lots of time out on our back porch, whether we are gardening, barbecuing, sipping coffee in the morning or hosting friends for dinner. 🍽️ 

Let me know if you want to see the start of my cut flower garden and maybe a full garden tour later this month!

2025 Ford Explorer® ST SUV shown with optional equipment.

#GardenGirl #RomanticizeYourLife #SmallJoys #HappyHabits
We made it halfway through 2025 and it’s the per We made it halfway through 2025 and it’s the perfect time for a mid-year reset! Think of this as your invitation to check in on the goals you originally set for yourself, make small shifts to your routine and celebrate how far you’ve come

Be sure to swipe through all 6 wellness tips and SAVE this post to put this mid-year check into action!

✨CELEBRATE THE HIGHLIGHTS✨
This is an opportunity to practice gratitude and honor how much you’ve already grown & gained so far in the past 6 months! Pick your fav photos to be printed, write out your proudest moments and journal your favorite memories 

✨REVISIT YOUR GOALS✨
This is your time to reconnect with your purpose and let go of what’s no longer serving you. Whether that’s setting a new intention, adjusting your old goals, or brainstorming solutions to challenges you’re facing 

✨ REFRESH YOUR ROUTINES✨
June is a great time to refresh your daily routine to best serve this season of life that you’re in. Try letting go of habits that don’t bring you joy, help you grow or make your life easier 

✨RECOMMIT TO YOUR WELLBEING✨
Let this reset give you the permission you need to focus on your own wellbeing and realign with routines that support your mental, physical and emotional health 

✨RECONNECT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY✨
Use this time as an opportunity to reach out to the people who light you up and make you feel supported. Make it fun by hosting a small gathering, joining a class or scheduling a fun outing with a friend 

✨GROUND YOURSELF IN THE PRESENT✨
Time moves quickly and it’s up to slow down and savor where we are right now. Take a mindful walk, try a meditation or journal practice, and maybe take a little screen time break to give yourself a chance to just be and reflect 

Let me know if you’ll be doing any of these this month as you set yourself up for whatever success looks like for YOU for the remainder of the year 💕
Mondays are for matcha and I’ll be having this b Mondays are for matcha and I’ll be having this blueberry iced #matchalatte all summer long 🫐🩵

It’s so easy to make and tastes sweet & refreshing! Here’s a little step-by-step of how to make the BEST matcha at home: 

✨ sift 1 tsp ceremonial grade matcha powder to remove clumps 
✨ Pour 1/4 cup of hot water, ideally between 160-175 degrees Fahrenheit, over matcha 
✨ Using bamboo whisk, whisk vigorously in a W shape until microfoam forms 

For the blueberry portion, muddle fresh blueberries with blueberry syrup (or make a homemade blueberry syrup by heating blueberries with sugar, lemon juice and water over the stove)

Pour blueberry syrup in glass, add ice, pour in milk of choice and top with matcha for a beautiful layered effect 

Swirl and enjoy! 💙🦋

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June is in 🌸𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘮🌸 #lifelat June is in 🌸𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘮🌸
 
#lifelately #sundaymornings #weekendvibes #romanticizeyourlife #farmersmarket #happysnaps #lifeisbeautiful #summervibes
Spend a morning with me and my two little pups, Ni Spend a morning with me and my two little pups, Nina and Chip! 💕🐶 Many of you know we adopted both of these cuties years ago and even though our (human) baby has changed up our daily routine, these pups are always along for the ride and have adapted to our new family member beautifully. 

Since wellness is obviously super important to me, you know that means I take EXTRA care with what I feed my pups! 💚 Luckily @crumpsnaturals makes such a wonderful line of all-natural, premium dog treats made with simple ingredients and no artificial
flavors, colors or preservatives! Nina’s fav are the duck mini trainers. 

Chip also really loves their Fish & Superfood Greens meal topper – I just sprinkle it on his food every morning for extra vitamins to help his skin and coat! 

I’m just grateful that it makes caring for my furbaby’s wellbeing super easy and one less thing this busy mama has to think about every day!  #ad ☺️

#morningroutine #healthylifestyle #healthyhabits #morningvibes
Because life is too short to not have a million ho Because life is too short to not have a million hobbies, right? ☺️🦋💕

#healthylifestyle #romanticizeyourlife #cozyhobbies #hobbiesarefun #smalljoys #happyhabits #balancedliving #wellbeing
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