I was originally planning to share a “May Favorites” blog post—but instead, I want to share something more meaningful and personal from my midlife wellness journey.
Over the past several weeks, I have been recovering from a painful fall that fractured my L5, L2, and T12 vertebrae. It’s been a tough and humbling chapter in my midlife wellness journey—one that reminded me how important rest, recovery, listening to my body, and self-care really are.
During this healing period, two brands have played a quiet but powerful role: GroundingWell and Babe Original. These aren’t just products I enjoy—they have brought real comfort and confidence into my life when I needed it most.
How GroundingWell Supports My Midlife Wellness Journey
After my injury, the team at GroundingWell reached out and kindly gifted me their grounding bedsheet and mat. I had heard of grounding before—also called “earthing”—but hadn’t explored it deeply until now.
Grounding is the practice of connecting your body directly to the earth’s natural energy, which may help reduce inflammation, calm the nervous system, and improve sleep.
I have only been using both the mat and sheet for a few nights, but I can already tell you this: I have had two of the most restful, uninterrupted nights of sleep in a long time. After weeks of discomfort, pain, and slow progress, it feels incredible to wake up feeling just a little more restored.
Sleep is medicine—and this feels like a new tool in my recovery toolbox.
👉 Shop GroundingWell’s Essentials: Click here to browse
💸 Use code GWTINA-986 for 10% off your entire order
Babe Original: Lash Confidence in My Midlife Wellness Journey
My relationship with Babe Original started long before my injury, but it’s been just as impactful in its own way. A few years ago, I began using their Essential Lash Serum because my lashes were thinning and losing length.
Within four weeks, I noticed a dramatic difference—my lashes were longer, fuller, and looked healthier. I’ve never been someone who loves mascara or false lashes, but I was seriously considering both before finding this serum. Now, I don’t need either. Most people assume I’m wearing mascara… but I’m not.
It works—and it gave me back a sense of ease and confidence that fits my low-maintenance beauty routine.
💋 Shop Babe Original’s Lash Serum: Click here to shop
Why These Brand Partnerships Matter
I don’t say yes to every brand that reaches out. As I grow Midlife Lifestyle, it’s important to me that I partner with companies that align with my values, midlife wellness journey, and products I truly use and believe in.
GroundingWell and Babe Original support me in two very different, but very real ways: one helps me heal and rest better, and the other helps me feel more confident in my skin—without extra fuss.
That’s what midlife wellness is about for me: showing up, taking care of myself, and finding tools that actually support this season of life.
Want to Explore Them Yourself?
🌿 GroundingWell – groundingwell.com – use code GWTINA-986 for 10% off
💋 Babe Original Lash Serum – babeoriginal.com
If you have questions about either brand or my experience, feel free to reach out to me on Instagram (@MidlifeLifestyle).
Thanks for being here—and for walking alongside me as I continue to heal, grow, and share what works.
~ Tina
PS: If you’re new here, welcome! You can catch up on how this blog started in my story:
👉 From Tech Sales to Lifestyle Blogger: My Journey to Midlife Lifestyle