Well Being – Tweens And How To Laugh At Them

Sometimes if you don’t find humour in the drama’s of parenthood then we as parents would not survive. After all laughing releases endorphin’s which are so it’s kinda OK to laugh at their behaviour right? (Warning – Never do this to their face as they will attack).

You might recall my previous article on dealing with back chatting . So I am sure by now you can see where my head space is at and why my new Well being section is currently dominated by parenting and womanhood.

I have a 7 year old who is advanced for her age. So she naturally thinks she should be allowed to drive a car, eat what she wants and when she wants, not get out of bed and of course run my entire household by her own dictatorship.

(OK it’s not really that bad, but I am sure by the time puberty hit it will no longer be an exaggeration. )

This article is very funny and called the Multiple Personalities of Tweens. If you have one of these rare creatures then it’s a must read.

If you still feel like you need to “laugh it off, Laugh it off” then check out this tween drinking game. If she slams a door you have a drink, wine, vodka or coffee.

(Remember to drink responsibly because a hangover with a tantrum throwing tween is truly like fingers down a chalkboard)

OK, now I am off to do some craft so that the tension can flow away…

There is something wonderfully old-fashioned about a herbal bath soak. Before bath bombs and glittery shower steamers took over the bathroom shelf, a simple bundle of dried herbs in warm water was one of the easiest ways to turn a bath into a little moment of comfort.

This Herbal Bath Soak for Muscle Relief from CraftBits is exactly that kind of recipe. It is simple, natural-looking, and made with easy-to-recognize dried herbs rather than complicated cosmetic ingredients. The mix includes chamomile leaves, crushed bay leaves, rose petals, sage, rosemary, and oregano, creating a strong herbal bath blend designed for tired, aching muscles.

What I like about this project is that it feels very practical. It is not trying to be overly fancy, and it does not require special equipment. You simply combine the herbs and either swish them directly into the bath water or place them into a square of muslin fabric tied with cord, then drop the bundle into the tub like a large herbal bath tea bag. The muslin option is the one I would personally choose, because it gives you the herbal soak without leaving lots of loose herbs floating around the bath.

The recipe is especially nice for people who enjoy warm, earthy, garden-style scents. Rosemary, sage, oregano, and bay all have that kitchen-garden herbal feel, while chamomile and rose petals soften the blend a little. It is not a sweet, perfume-style bath soak. It is more of a rustic, apothecary-inspired soak, which makes it appealing for people who prefer natural bath and body projects.

The CraftBits instructions suggest soaking for around 15 minutes, which makes this an easy add-on to an evening routine rather than a long spa session. The recipe also notes that the mix makes enough for two to three strong baths, or smaller amounts if you are sensitive to stronger herbal scents.

This would also make a thoughtful handmade gift. Pack the dried herbs into a decorative jar, muslin bags, or a small basket with a wooden scoop and a label that says “Herbal Bath Soak for Muscle Relief.” It would be lovely as part of a self-care hamper, a gardener’s gift basket, a post-workout pamper gift, or a handmade present for someone who likes natural bath recipes.

For gifting, I would definitely include usage instructions on the label. Something like: “Add to a muslin bag and steep in warm bath water. Soak for 15 minutes. External use only.” This makes the gift feel more polished and helps the recipient understand exactly how to use it.

Have you read?

Leave a Reply