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Hammocks Makes You Feel Relaxed Dec 08

Hammock swings have long been a symbol of relaxation – and with good reason! The gentle swaying motion encourages you to let your stress go. In today’s busy world, relaxation has taken on new importance. Taking time for yourself is essential to your wellness, and hammock chairs and hammock swings can help. More and more people are finding that hammocks are the ideal indoor and outdoor retreat. Their design is perfect for allowing your body to relax and a few attractive accessories can create hammock bliss that compliments any decor. In this article, we’ll show you how hammocks are being used as a tool for health and wellness.

Most people buy hanging chairs or garden hammocks for their comfort. A polyester hammock can be extremely comfortable, but if relaxation is your first priority, then a cotton rope hammock is your best choice. The natural fiber conforms to the shape of your body and creates a better surface to lie on. Rope hammocks are an excellent place to practice relaxation exercises such as yoga or meditation. Yoga adjusts the muscles of the body so that the tensions are equal. The use of a hammock relieves pressure points and relaxes the muscles. Hammocks and swinging chairs provide you hammock bliss and a comfortable seat as an alternative to sitting on the floor, a yoga mat or a cushion.

There are also accessories available that can increase your comfort. Putting a spring at the end of the support ropes can make an unbelievable difference to the motion of your hammock. The swaying will become more smooth and gentle instead of feeling like you may tip over. Some higher end models have these built-in, or you can buy them as an extra, at very little cost. If you opt for an outdoor hammock, then you may want to get a canopy or netting to shield you from insects and the weather. Canopies also protect the hammock from sun damage and getting moldy from exposure to rain. Another great accessory is the rocker kit. This fabulous pulley system allows you to gently rock your hammock while you’re reclining in it!

Whether you choose an indoor or outdoor hammock, hammock accessories are the key to creating a blissful experience. Not only are they comfortable, but they can prolong the life of your hammock by protecting it from moisture. Pillows, throws and blankets add visual appeal while keeping you snug and warm on cool days and evenings. If you are using an indoor hammock, you can coordinate your accessories with your decor to create an amazing focus piece in a room. Cozy cushions and pillows should be your first choice. Some people prefer a small pillow just to support their head and neck while others enjoy body pillows that cover the entire hammock.

Quality sleep and relaxation allows the body to refresh and energize itself. You don’t have to take an expensive vacation to get away from the stress of your life. A relaxing Sunday afternoon spent swaying in a hammock in your own backyard can undo the stress you’ve accumulated during the week. Add some plump pillows to support your neck and head and perhaps a few springs to stabilize the sway of your hammock, and you’ll have hammock bliss. For indoor hammocks or hammock chairs, surround yourself with deliciously scented candles and play quiet music. You deserve this retreat from your busy schedule.

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Once upon a Baby Moon Dec 08

An exciting new trend is the practice of parents-to-be taking a ‘Babymoon’ – basically a trip that pregnant couples take before giving birth in order to relish in some rest and relaxation before their baby joins them. If you, or someone you know, is looking for some quietude and pampering before sleep deprivation and midnight feedings become the norm, then a pre-baby getaway is the perfect answer!

The term ‘Babymoon’ comes from the more traditional term ‘Honeymoon’ and was first coined in 1996 in a book by childbirth educator Sheila Kitzinger entitled ‘The Year After Childbirth’. “The transition to fatherhood is easier,” wrote Kitzinger, “when a man can take time off to be with his partner and baby in what I call a ‘Babymoon’.”

Many couples took Kitzinger’s advice, however, most opted to turn the Babymoon into a trip taken before the birth of their baby – not afterwards. Noticing the ever increasing numbers of pregnant couples checking in for Babymoons all over the world, the tourism industry seized on this hot new trend and nowadays pre-baby vacations are among the most requested travel packages and with good reason.

Babymoons are so popular because parents-to-be know that the bliss of holidays without sterilisers and diaper bags in tow may be unobtainable for a while, so they seize the opportunity for one last romantic getaway. As such, Babymoons are specifically designed for optimum indulgence and luxury and provide the perfect setting to unwind and reconnect as a couple before embarking on the path to parenthood.

A growing number of resorts and destinations are offering special packages tailored to the needs and interests of parents-to-be and at Mount Tamborine’s Witches Falls Cottages, the experience is made even more exclusive due to the property’s peaceful location and the natural privacy and tranquillity of its setting.

Tucked away on Tamborine Mountain, in Australia’s Gold Coast Hinterland, the Witches Falls Cottages offer intimate and cosy accommodation for couples and are the ideal location to relax, rejuvenate and reconnect at any time. During a Witches Falls Cottages Babymoon, plan to do nothing more than rest, relax, be pampered and, as dusk falls, stargaze from your cottage’s large double spa through the glass ceiling above.

The Witches Falls Cottage Babymoon Package includes your choice of gourmet or BBQ breakfast in the morning, a cuddly companion for your baby from the local Teddy Bear Shop and the sheer indulgence of a one and a half hour pamper session in the privacy of your cottage. Choose a one and a half hour massage by therapists trained in pregnancy massage, or a one and a half hour Pamper Package that includes a ½-hour facial, a ½-hour manicure and a ½-hour pedicure.

If you are looking for the best Mount Tamborine accommodation you will delight in the gentle sanctuary of a Witches Falls Cottages Babymoon.

Earlier this year, Jonathan and Amy wrote in the Witches Falls Cottage’s Guest Book, “We spent ages gazing up at the stars and making wishes for our unborn bub. Thank you for providing an exquisite Babymoon getaway!” We look forward to welcoming you to Witches Falls Cottages soon – the stars await you…

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