Finding the perfect gifts for the glam mom in your life can be a delightful challenge. Fortunately, gift cards for beauty, fashion, and self-care make fantastic presents, offering the recipient the opportunity to indulge in their favorite products and experiences. Whether you want to treat your mom to a luxury shopping spree, a rejuvenating spa day, or a professional beauty treatment, there are plenty of options to consider. This article explores the best gift card options for the glam mom, from activating Visa gift cards to finding discount gift cards online.
The Perfect Shopping Spree
For the glam mom who loves to stay ahead of the latest fashion trends, a gift card from her favorite clothing store is a thoughtful present. You can easily buy gift cards online from popular retailers, giving her the freedom to choose her own stylish ensembles. Look out for gift card deals and discount gift cards to maximize your budget and give her even more to splurge on. Whether she prefers high-end designer labels or trendy, affordable fashion, a gift card allows her to curate her perfect wardrobe.
When selecting gift cards online, consider egift cards or electronic gift cards for added convenience. With a few simple clicks, you can have the gift card delivered directly to her email inbox, making it an ideal last-minute gift option. Whether it’s a prepaid Visa card or a virtual gift card, the versatility and flexibility of these options make them the perfect choice for the fashion-forward mom.
Pampering Beauty Treatments
For the glam mom who values self-care and beauty, consider a gift card for a luxurious spa experience or a professional beauty treatment. From revitalizing massages to rejuvenating facials, there are plenty of spa gift card options to cater to her relaxation needs. Look for reputable spas that offer gift cards online and provide a wide range of services to pamper her from head to toe.
Alternatively, you can explore beauty salons that offer gift cards for specific treatments such as hair styling, manicures, pedicures, or even makeup application services. An egift card or electronic gift card from a renowned beauty establishment will not only provide her with a pampering session but also show that you value her dedication to looking and feeling her best. (If you’re looking for more gift card ideas for mom, check out some of these.)
Unwinding at Home
For the glam mom who loves to unwind at home with indulgent beauty and self-care products, consider a gift card from a premium beauty retailer. This allows her to browse and select her favorite skincare, makeup, and hair care products. You can often find discount gift cards for these retailers, allowing her to stretch the gift card value even further and indulge in a full pampering routine.
Additionally, virtual gift cards or egift cards can be sent directly to her email, enabling her to instantly shop online and have her chosen products delivered to her doorstep. With a prepaid visa card, she can even have the flexibility to shop from a variety of beauty and self-care brands, ensuring she gets exactly what she desires.
Activating Visa Gift Cards
If you opt for a Visa gift card, it’s important to ensure that it’s activated. Activating a Visa gift card is a straightforward process that can typically be done online or over the phone. Once activated, the glam mom can use the Visa gift card online or in-store, providing her with the freedom to select her gift from a wide array of beauty, fashion, or self-care options.
When purchasing a Visa gift card, consider the nominal activation fee and any potential monthly maintenance fees. Additionally, read the terms and conditions to understand any expiration dates or limitations on where the card can be used. A prepaid Visa card offers flexibility and convenience, empowering the glam mom to indulge in her favorite treats with ease. (Got a glamping mom in your life? Check out some of these ideas.)
Maximizing Value with Gift Card Deals
To get the most out of your gift card purchase, keep an eye out for exclusive gift card deals and discount gift cards. Many retailers and online platforms offer promotions that provide extra value or savings when buying gift cards online. This can range from bonus gift cards with a minimum purchase to discounted gift card values, allowing you to give the glam mom more for her special treat.
To summarize
When searching for the perfect gifts for the glam mom, consider the thoughtfulness and flexibility that gift cards for beauty, fashion, and self-care provide. Whether you choose to indulge her with a virtual gift card for a shopping spree or treat her to a pampering spa experience, the options are plentiful. With the convenience of egift cards and the flexibility of prepaid Visa cards, you can ensure that she receives a gift tailored to her glamorous tastes.
In a world filled with endless options and opportunities, gift cards offer the gift of choice and self-indulgence, allowing the glam mom to celebrate her style and well-being in a meaningful and personalized way.
This article originally appeared on GiftCardGranny.com and was syndicated by MediaFeed.org.
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Personal Care for Elderly Adults: 12 Tips From a Professional Caregiver
Personal care for seniors means helping them with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, brushing teeth, grooming, and helping with continence care if needed. Saige Via is a caregiving supervisor at Chestnut Knoll assisted living community in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. She shares with us her expert advice on personal care for seniors, and how to accomplish essential caregiving tasks while also maintaining the senior’s dignity. For a smoother and safer experience, follow these important steps tips from Via, such as incorporating the person’s existing routine, organizing their bathroom items, and respecting their privacy and comfort level.
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- Seniors might need help with their personal care as they age. Caregivers can help seniors with personal care activities, like bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Elderly hygiene issues become serious if neglected. Skin infections are a common health problem in elderly adults, and dental care is also important to avoid health problems.
- Caregivers should respect a senior’s personal care preferences. Loss of independence can be stressful to elderly, so caregivers should respect a senior’s wishes as much as possible.
- Seek help if needed. The senior might prefer a professional caregiver to bathe them over a family caregiver.
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Though difficult for anyone to address, lack of hygiene is one of the most important signs an aging parent needs help with their daily living tasks. However, relying on others’ help with personal care can feel invasive and even humiliating for many seniors. It’s important to have honest discussions about what kind of help your loved one feels comfortable with to relieve stress and create trust, explains Via.
“Providing care to someone is a very personal and private thing,” she says. “Some people may not want to accept help from you. It’s best to have these kinds of conversations ahead of time.”
If you notice your loved one struggling to maintain their daily hygiene tasks, start a conversation with them to learn more about their preferences and abilities. Try asking them the following questions:
- Do you prefer a family member or a nurse or caregiver to help you?
- What activities do you need help with the most?
- Do you prefer someone of the same or opposite sex to help you shower or shave?
- Is there anything about help with hygiene that makes you feel uncomfortable?
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If you’re the primary caregiver helping your loved one with their personal care, try to match their routine as much as possible. Following your aging parent’s normal routine will help them feel more comfortable, Via notes. For example, if your parent showers in the morning, try to maintain that schedule for them. If they like to use specific items — such as certain washcloths, soaps, or shampoos — keep their favorite items consistent, too.
“There’s no need to add confusion by changing their routine,” Via says. “Try to stick to their normal schedule. You have to remember that you’re entering their space. It can help you build a better relationship.”
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Hygiene needs for the elderly may be different than you expect. A full shower or bath twice a week is typically sufficient for an elderly person unless accidents occur, Via explains. Sponge baths (using a sponge or wash cloth) should be utilized between full showers or baths. If someone wears incontinence pads or diapers, frequent sponge baths are especially important to avoid infections.
“When someone is incontinent, I will give a quick wash and dry when changing them to avoid any skin breakdown from occurring,” Via says. “I also wash them with soap and water thoroughly every night before bed and every morning when they get ready for the day.”
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Some seniors may feel more comfortable holding towels over their private areas as much as possible during bathing or showering. Although the towels will need to be worked around to fully clean those areas, that bit of partial privacy might make your loved one more comfortable during the entire experience.
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Preparing and organizing items is one of the simplest ways to help ensure bathing goes smoothly. Have these basic materials ready before you begin:
- Sponges
- Towels
- Washcloths
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Soap or body wash
“It’s important to have everything you need in one spot, so you can focus on the senior,” Via says.
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If your elderly parent has poor balance or can’t stand for long periods of time, you may need to make the shower or bathtub more accessible with some small home modifications.
Consider the following modifications to help ensure safer bathing practices:
- Grab bars near toilets and showers
- Nonslip adhesives on the shower floor
- Shower stool or bath bench
- Handheld shower sprayer
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Bacteria grows under skin folds and can lead to dangerous infections if not addressed. Therefore, it’s important to clean under every fold and wrinkle, including:
- Breasts
- Neck
- Stomach folds
- Genitalia
It’s also important to make sure to rinse away soap completely so your loved one’s skin doesn’t become too dry or agitated. And always dry these areas fully with a towel to avoid fungal infections.
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Skin infections are one of the most common infections in the elderly and a primary reason proper senior hygiene is so important. Skin becomes more sensitive with age and a skin infection can lower the immune system and overall health and comfort of the senior. So it’s important to keep senior skin clean, dry, and moisturized.
Via suggests patting senior skin dry with a towel instead of rubbing after a wash, to avoid aggravating the skin. Apply moisturizer to prevent dryness and cracking. Moisturizing can even be a bit therapeutic for your senior loved one if you gently massage it into their skin.
The American Academy of Dermatology offers these skin tips for the elderly:
- Keep baths and showers to around 10 minutes
- Use warm water instead of hot water
- Use a soft cloth for washing
- Apply moisturizer to damp skin
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Maintaining dental hygiene as part of personal care for seniors is another important step for long-term health. Seniors need to see their dentist every six months or more often, depending on their medical conditions. Dentures should be checked regularly for proper fit, and gums need to be checked for gum disease or cancer.
Via recommends practicing good oral hygiene in the morning and before bed. She prepares toothbrushes with toothpaste for seniors who can brush their teeth on their own. If someone can’t brush their teeth on their own, Via will either guide their hand with hers or brush for them. Take care during brushing to not hurt your senior loved one’s gums.
The American Dental Association recommends these oral hygiene practices for seniors:
- Use rotating toothbrushes
- Brush with a high-fluoride toothpaste
- Use topical fluoride (daily mouth rinses or fluoride varnish applications)
- Maintain a healthy diet
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Your involvement with hygiene-related tasks depends on your loved one’s needs and abilities. Do your best to help them remain in control, Via recommends.
“I help with shaving, dentures, brushing teeth, and washing faces, and I approach all of these types of care the same way,” she says. “I ask if they need me to get the items ready or physically assist them. Sometimes they just need items laid out. I try to let them do as much as possible to help them feel independent.”
Always try to help your loved one maintain their dignity and decision making power over their personal care whenever possible.
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It’s natural to have good and bad days as a caregiver, especially when helping with personal care for seniors. When you’re feeling frustrated, Via suggests putting yourself in your family member’s shoes to understand how they may be feeling.
“It’s a new and sometimes scary experience for seniors,” she says. “Always be patient, understanding, and communicative.”
Via also says you need to know your limits when providing personal care for seniors to avoid caregiver burnout. When you’re caring for a family member, there may be times when you need to ask for help. It’s best to learn your personal limits, as well as your loved one’s limits. Boundaries can help you develop a healthy and functional caregiving dynamic.
FROM THE EXPERT: DEALING WITH OBSTACLES
If your mom won’t shower, take a step back. Maybe someone else can get her to do it, or maybe someone else has an idea to help.
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Helping your loved one bathe can feel overwhelming without the right tools and techniques. Remember, you’re not alone in your caregiving journey. If your loved one relies heavily on receiving personal care, it might be a good idea to consider full-time assisted living arrangements.
Senior living communities provide a full range of personal care services for seniors. Caregivers are available to all residents on-site to help with their activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, grooming, and other needs. Communities also provide a range of living accommodations, scheduled on- and off-site activities, and dining options. The senior living environment is designed so that your loved one can be as comfortable, clean, and safe as possible.
If you’d like to seek help on your caregiving journey, contact one of our Senior Living Advisors. They offer families free advising on their local senior care options, such as assisted living communities and home care. Advisors are trained to help ease the stress of finding local senior care options and will tailor their recommendations to your loved one’s specific needs and budget — all at no cost to your family.
This article originally appeared on APlaceForMom and was syndicated by MediaFeed.
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