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10 Habits to Stay Healthy While Traveling

10 Habits to Stay Healthy While Traveling

Colorado Summer Bucket List Ideas

Colorado Summer Bucket List Ideas

An Italian Vacation: Our 10 Day Italy Itinerary

An Italian Vacation: Our 10 Day Italy Itinerary

5 Summer Hikes Near Denver

5 Summer Hikes Near Denver

Denver Travel Guide: my favorite spots in the Mile High City

Denver Travel Guide: my favorite spots in the Mile High City

How to Make Friends in a New City as an Adult

How to Make Friends in a New City as an Adult

Hiking Essentials I Never Leave Home Without

Hiking Essentials I Never Leave Home Without

Goodbye NYC, I’ll Always Love You

Goodbye NYC, I’ll Always Love You

A Dog Friendly Fall Getaway in Stowe, Vermont

A Dog Friendly Fall Getaway in Stowe, Vermont

7 Fun Outdoor Things To Check Out In Brooklyn

7 Fun Outdoor Things To Check Out In Brooklyn

6 Ways to Spend a Summer Afternoon in Manhattan

6 Ways to Spend a Summer Afternoon in Manhattan

The Catskills: A Mini Vacation in the Mountains

The Catskills: A Mini Vacation in the Mountains

Visiting San Francisco: A Recap of My 7 Day Trip

Visiting San Francisco: A Recap of My 7 Day Trip

15 Magical Photo Spots in NYC at Christmas

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Hi and welcome to Headstands & Heels! I’m Melanie — a Digital Strategist turned Wellness Entrepreneur, certified yoga instructor (RYT 200), dog mama, and content creator based in Denver. I hope to encourage others to follow their dreams and cultivate a healthy, balanced lifestyle filled with mindfulness and positivity. šŸ’• Send me a note at: mel@headstandsandheels.com

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The person who sent you this wants to have a spook
The person who sent you this wants to have a spooky date night in to celebrate Halloween šŸŽƒ

Halloween isn’t my fav holiday but I do love a themed cozy evening with my favorite person… and it feels even more special these days as new parents. So we decided to have a SPOOKY date complete with homemade pizzas (with ghost shaped mozzarella), blackberry smash cocktails, a candle painting craft, pumpkin ice cream, and a rewatch of ā€œHaunting of Bly Manorā€ šŸ–¤ 

PS: I’m not a big horror movie fan but this show is such a well done metaphor of how grief can haunt you and the tone feels much more gothic romance than classic jump scares 

Anywaaay, after tomorrow I’m looking forward to decorating our home for Christmas and you can expect lots of cozy, whimsical ideas to savor and celebrate the holiday season coming soon ā˜ŗļø

#datenightin #cozyseason #halloweenishere #romanticizeyourlife #datenightideas

Is it just me, or is fall flying by? 🧔

Here a
Is it just me, or is fall flying by? 🧔 

Here are a few of my #fallfavorites from the archives featuring lots of leaf peeping, spooky treats, and fun moments with family and friends.

#lifelately #autumnarchives #fallgirl #cozygirlfall #cozyseason #babiesfirstfall #romanticizelife #simplejoys #newmomlife #fallphotodump


Bringing you behind the scenes of the Halloween Ri
Bringing you behind the scenes of the Halloween Ride & Haunted Happy Hour I hosted for my @denverfitfriends community this past weekend! šŸ‘» šŸŽ¶ 

The gals showed up in costume and @ritual_indoorcycling led us through such a fun 45 min ride with all the best spooky vibes šŸ–¤ 

A big thank you to our vendors @alythactive, @truvani and @drinkparch for making this an extra special experience! 

I have one last DenFit event planned for November to wrap up the year so if you’re in the Denver area stay tuned for details coming sooooon āœØā˜ŗļø

#denverfitfriends #denfit #denverfitnesscommunity #denverfitness #dayinmylife #halloweenevent #wellnessgirl

ā€œWhen we are together darling, every night is Ha
ā€œWhen we are together darling, every night is Halloween.ā€ šŸ–¤

Lily was invited to her first Halloween party yesterday so we obviously had to dress up as one of the most iconic, creepy + kooky families ever! And I know I’m so biased but I don’t think I’ve seen a cuter Wednesday Addams 🄹

Such a fun way to celebrate spooky season (and a pretty easy family costume if you’re in need of something last minute!) 

But what do you guys think? Is it creepy or cute? šŸ‘‡šŸ¼

#addamsfamily #familyhalloweencostumes #halloweenparty #wednesdayaddams #familyhalloween #theaddamsfamily #babiesfirsthalloween

Welcome to my ā€œCozy Cornerā€ 🧔 a new series
Welcome to my ā€œCozy Cornerā€ 🧔 a new series where I’ll share some of my favorite things each month that can help you slow down and savor the season

I have so many things I want to chat with you all about and can’t wait to dive into more of these! You can expect lots of cozy hobby ideas, self care tips, book recommendations, gift guides, fitness/wellness favs, recipes I’m loving, and more — just let me know if you have any requests! 

I’m kicking things off with 3 of my favorite fall crafts that I’ve been loving for both solo cozy nights in or for hosting friends ✨. You can find tutorials and video examples of all three in my recent reels

I hope you guys enjoy our cozy chat šŸ’¬ 

#cozyhobbies #cozycrafts #fallgirl #selfcaretips #comfortcreator #wellbeing #wellnessjourney #softwellness #hobbiesareimportant #romanticizeyourlife #cozycorner #joyfulliving

You all know I love a mindful morning routine, but
You all know I love a mindful morning routine, but in this season of life, cozy evening rituals have been everything for me āœØšŸ’•

If you’re looking for quick and simple ways to add a little more hygge into your evenings, these are some of my personal favorites to: 

Restore your Body
✨just a few minutes of intentional movement or nourishing self care can help your body relax, unwind and prepare for a good night’s sleep 

Clear your Mind
✨ stop the scroll and opt for more positive ways to reduce the mental clutter. Taking a few minutes to reflect and reset your thoughts can help you fall asleep with a clear mind 

Soothe your Soul
✨the quiet moments of the evening provide the perfect opportunity to choose activities that make you happy. Whether it’s reading a book, trying a new cozy hobby or even as simple as stepping outside to look at the moon & stars… choose to end your day with warmth and ease 

If you’d like to receive my free printable Autumn Reflections guided journal, just comment JOURNAL and I’ll send it straight to your inbox. It’s the perfect thing to add to your cozy evening (or morning) routine 🧔

#mindfulmoments #cozyvibes #cozyseason #joyfulliving #happyandhealthy #hygge #intentionalliving #cozyrituals #healthyliving

Move over PSL because this viral iced salted maple
Move over PSL because this viral iced salted maple latte is the new ā€œit girlā€ of fall drinks! šŸ All you need are 4 ingredients to whip this up at home 

Recipe:

✨ 1-2 tsp Trader Joe’s maple butter 
✨ pinch of salt
✨ 2 shots espresso 
✨ milk of choice 

Let me know if you’ll be trying this! 🧔 

#fallvibes #fallgirl #fallrecipe #coffeeathome #morningsips #coffeemorning #maplelatte #softgirlera #comfortcreator #cozyseason #cozyathome #pinterestaesthetıc #cozyvibesonly

What would you add to this list? šŸ’•āœØ

#romanti
What would you add to this list? šŸ’•āœØ

#romanticizeyourlife #lifeisbeautiful #iamwellandgood #positivemindset #wellbeing #mindfulness #intentionalliving #happyandhealthy


This autumn leaf bookmark is still one of my favor
This autumn leaf bookmark is still one of my favorite cozy fall crafts! It’s so cute and simple to make — perfect for a crafternoon with the girls or as a bookclub activity šŸ“–šŸ§”šŸ

Just comment ā€œbookmarkā€ and I’ll send you everything you need to make this yourself! Or send this to someone you want to have a cozy craft day with ā˜ŗļø

#fallvibes #fallcrafts #cozyhobbies #cozyseason #hobbiesareselfcare #romanticizeyourlife #fallgirl #craftinspo #girlswhoread #bookstagram

#JUSTINSbrandpartner šŸ Send this to someone you
#JUSTINSbrandpartner šŸ Send this to someone you want to have a snack-filled cozy, outdoor movie night with! 

You all know how much I love hosting and this snack station is sooo perfect for an outdoor movie date night or girl’s craft + movie night with friends! I loaded up the table with popcorn, apple cinnamon muffins, apple cider and justin’s NEW Peanut Caramel Nougat Chocolate Mini Candy Bars

JUSTIN’SĀ® Peanut Caramel Nougat Chocolate Candy Bars are USDA-certified organic, gluten-free do not contain stevia or sugar alcohols– and most importantly, they taste amazing! They come in both 1.4oz single-size bars or the mini-size bars that you see here! 

Be sure to stock up on these for your next cozy Fall gathering or Halloween party! šŸŽƒ 

#autumnvibes #fallgirl #autumnparty #cozygathering #cozysnacks #outdoormovie #movienightathome #fallhardwithjustins #JUSTINScandybars

Hocus Pocus + pumpkin painting may just be the mos
Hocus Pocus + pumpkin painting may just be the most wholesome girl’s night in combo 🧔

Wait till the end to see how our lil pumpkins turned out and send this to someone you want to do this with! 

#romanticizeyourlife #cozyseason #outdoormovienight #fallvibes #fallactivities #cozycrafts #girlsnightin

✨Cozy season = hosting season✨ and I’ve got
✨Cozy season = hosting season✨ and I’ve got you covered with 5 super cozy, creative & cute fall gatherings to bring your friends or family together! 

Trust me when I say you’ll want to save this for later or send to a friend who you want to do one of these with! šŸŽƒ

🧔PUMPKINS & PSLS: combine cozy home cafe vibes with an autumnal crafternoon 

🧔COOKBOOK CLUB POTLUCK: pick a cozy, seasonal themed cookbook and have all your friends pick a dish to make, bring & share! 

🧔 GILMORE GIRLS NIGHT IN: set up a spread from ā€œLuke’s Dinerā€ and spend an evening watching some of the best fall episodes (I’ve listed a ton in my Autumn watch list post) 

🧔SPIRITS & SPELLS SOIRƉE: get your coven together for a witchy cocktail party complete with dark candlelight and potion inspired sips 

🧔 MYSTERY BOOK CLUB: pick a fall friendly mystery, serve mulled wine and get together to discuss all the plot twists and theories 

Let me know if you’ll be hosting any of these and if you want to see a similar roundup for the holiday season in November!

#fallgirl #autumnparty #hostingideas #girlsnightideas #fallparty #cozyseason #cozyvibes #fall2025


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The person who sent you this wants to have a spook The person who sent you this wants to have a spooky date night in to celebrate Halloween šŸŽƒ

Halloween isn’t my fav holiday but I do love a themed cozy evening with my favorite person… and it feels even more special these days as new parents. So we decided to have a SPOOKY date complete with homemade pizzas (with ghost shaped mozzarella), blackberry smash cocktails, a candle painting craft, pumpkin ice cream, and a rewatch of ā€œHaunting of Bly Manorā€ šŸ–¤ 

PS: I’m not a big horror movie fan but this show is such a well done metaphor of how grief can haunt you and the tone feels much more gothic romance than classic jump scares 

Anywaaay, after tomorrow I’m looking forward to decorating our home for Christmas and you can expect lots of cozy, whimsical ideas to savor and celebrate the holiday season coming soon ā˜ŗļø

#datenightin #cozyseason #halloweenishere #romanticizeyourlife #datenightideas
Is it just me, or is fall flying by? 🧔 Here a Is it just me, or is fall flying by? 🧔 

Here are a few of my #fallfavorites from the archives featuring lots of leaf peeping, spooky treats, and fun moments with family and friends.

#lifelately #autumnarchives #fallgirl #cozygirlfall #cozyseason #babiesfirstfall #romanticizelife #simplejoys #newmomlife #fallphotodump
Bringing you behind the scenes of the Halloween Ri Bringing you behind the scenes of the Halloween Ride & Haunted Happy Hour I hosted for my @denverfitfriends community this past weekend! šŸ‘» šŸŽ¶ 

The gals showed up in costume and @ritual_indoorcycling led us through such a fun 45 min ride with all the best spooky vibes šŸ–¤ 

A big thank you to our vendors @alythactive, @truvani and @drinkparch for making this an extra special experience! 

I have one last DenFit event planned for November to wrap up the year so if you’re in the Denver area stay tuned for details coming sooooon āœØā˜ŗļø

#denverfitfriends #denfit #denverfitnesscommunity #denverfitness #dayinmylife #halloweenevent #wellnessgirl
ā€œWhen we are together darling, every night is Ha ā€œWhen we are together darling, every night is Halloween.ā€ šŸ–¤

Lily was invited to her first Halloween party yesterday so we obviously had to dress up as one of the most iconic, creepy + kooky families ever! And I know I’m so biased but I don’t think I’ve seen a cuter Wednesday Addams 🄹

Such a fun way to celebrate spooky season (and a pretty easy family costume if you’re in need of something last minute!) 

But what do you guys think? Is it creepy or cute? šŸ‘‡šŸ¼

#addamsfamily #familyhalloweencostumes #halloweenparty #wednesdayaddams #familyhalloween #theaddamsfamily #babiesfirsthalloween
Welcome to my ā€œCozy Cornerā€ 🧔 a new series Welcome to my ā€œCozy Cornerā€ 🧔 a new series where I’ll share some of my favorite things each month that can help you slow down and savor the season

I have so many things I want to chat with you all about and can’t wait to dive into more of these! You can expect lots of cozy hobby ideas, self care tips, book recommendations, gift guides, fitness/wellness favs, recipes I’m loving, and more — just let me know if you have any requests! 

I’m kicking things off with 3 of my favorite fall crafts that I’ve been loving for both solo cozy nights in or for hosting friends ✨. You can find tutorials and video examples of all three in my recent reels

I hope you guys enjoy our cozy chat šŸ’¬ 

#cozyhobbies #cozycrafts #fallgirl #selfcaretips #comfortcreator #wellbeing #wellnessjourney #softwellness #hobbiesareimportant #romanticizeyourlife #cozycorner #joyfulliving
You all know I love a mindful morning routine, but You all know I love a mindful morning routine, but in this season of life, cozy evening rituals have been everything for me āœØšŸ’•

If you’re looking for quick and simple ways to add a little more hygge into your evenings, these are some of my personal favorites to: 

Restore your Body
✨just a few minutes of intentional movement or nourishing self care can help your body relax, unwind and prepare for a good night’s sleep 

Clear your Mind
✨ stop the scroll and opt for more positive ways to reduce the mental clutter. Taking a few minutes to reflect and reset your thoughts can help you fall asleep with a clear mind 

Soothe your Soul
✨the quiet moments of the evening provide the perfect opportunity to choose activities that make you happy. Whether it’s reading a book, trying a new cozy hobby or even as simple as stepping outside to look at the moon & stars… choose to end your day with warmth and ease 

If you’d like to receive my free printable Autumn Reflections guided journal, just comment JOURNAL and I’ll send it straight to your inbox. It’s the perfect thing to add to your cozy evening (or morning) routine 🧔

#mindfulmoments #cozyvibes #cozyseason #joyfulliving #happyandhealthy #hygge #intentionalliving #cozyrituals #healthyliving
Move over PSL because this viral iced salted maple Move over PSL because this viral iced salted maple latte is the new ā€œit girlā€ of fall drinks! šŸ All you need are 4 ingredients to whip this up at home 

Recipe:

✨ 1-2 tsp Trader Joe’s maple butter 
✨ pinch of salt
✨ 2 shots espresso 
✨ milk of choice 

Let me know if you’ll be trying this! 🧔 

#fallvibes #fallgirl #fallrecipe #coffeeathome #morningsips #coffeemorning #maplelatte #softgirlera #comfortcreator #cozyseason #cozyathome #pinterestaesthetıc #cozyvibesonly
What would you add to this list? šŸ’•āœØ #romanti What would you add to this list? šŸ’•āœØ

#romanticizeyourlife #lifeisbeautiful #iamwellandgood #positivemindset #wellbeing #mindfulness #intentionalliving #happyandhealthy
This autumn leaf bookmark is still one of my favor This autumn leaf bookmark is still one of my favorite cozy fall crafts! It’s so cute and simple to make — perfect for a crafternoon with the girls or as a bookclub activity šŸ“–šŸ§”šŸ

Just comment ā€œbookmarkā€ and I’ll send you everything you need to make this yourself! Or send this to someone you want to have a cozy craft day with ā˜ŗļø

#fallvibes #fallcrafts #cozyhobbies #cozyseason #hobbiesareselfcare #romanticizeyourlife #fallgirl #craftinspo #girlswhoread #bookstagram
#JUSTINSbrandpartner šŸ Send this to someone you #JUSTINSbrandpartner šŸ Send this to someone you want to have a snack-filled cozy, outdoor movie night with! 

You all know how much I love hosting and this snack station is sooo perfect for an outdoor movie date night or girl’s craft + movie night with friends! I loaded up the table with popcorn, apple cinnamon muffins, apple cider and justin’s NEW Peanut Caramel Nougat Chocolate Mini Candy Bars

JUSTIN’SĀ® Peanut Caramel Nougat Chocolate Candy Bars are USDA-certified organic, gluten-free do not contain stevia or sugar alcohols– and most importantly, they taste amazing! They come in both 1.4oz single-size bars or the mini-size bars that you see here! 

Be sure to stock up on these for your next cozy Fall gathering or Halloween party! šŸŽƒ 

#autumnvibes #fallgirl #autumnparty #cozygathering #cozysnacks #outdoormovie #movienightathome #fallhardwithjustins #JUSTINScandybars
Hocus Pocus + pumpkin painting may just be the mos Hocus Pocus + pumpkin painting may just be the most wholesome girl’s night in combo 🧔

Wait till the end to see how our lil pumpkins turned out and send this to someone you want to do this with! 

#romanticizeyourlife #cozyseason #outdoormovienight #fallvibes #fallactivities #cozycrafts #girlsnightin
✨Cozy season = hosting season✨ and I’ve got ✨Cozy season = hosting season✨ and I’ve got you covered with 5 super cozy, creative & cute fall gatherings to bring your friends or family together! 

Trust me when I say you’ll want to save this for later or send to a friend who you want to do one of these with! šŸŽƒ

🧔PUMPKINS & PSLS: combine cozy home cafe vibes with an autumnal crafternoon 

🧔COOKBOOK CLUB POTLUCK: pick a cozy, seasonal themed cookbook and have all your friends pick a dish to make, bring & share! 

🧔 GILMORE GIRLS NIGHT IN: set up a spread from ā€œLuke’s Dinerā€ and spend an evening watching some of the best fall episodes (I’ve listed a ton in my Autumn watch list post) 

🧔SPIRITS & SPELLS SOIRƉE: get your coven together for a witchy cocktail party complete with dark candlelight and potion inspired sips 

🧔 MYSTERY BOOK CLUB: pick a fall friendly mystery, serve mulled wine and get together to discuss all the plot twists and theories 

Let me know if you’ll be hosting any of these and if you want to see a similar roundup for the holiday season in November!

#fallgirl #autumnparty #hostingideas #girlsnightideas #fallparty #cozyseason #cozyvibes #fall2025
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