Steep It Loose — LIFESTYLE

by Ellen O'Brien These are our favorite stress-relieving products, and we think your mom will love them, too. Finding a great Mother’s Day gift doesn’t have to be complicated. Likely, your mother (or the motherly figure in your life) is in need of some relaxation. Help her cultivate a stress-free day with gifts that allow her to rest, sleep, read—and take care of her body (and mind). We tested each of these products to ensure they would be appreciated by moms, grandmas, aunts, and sisters everywhere. Here are our top seven gift ideas for Mother’s Day—or any day when you...

by Allie Hogan Celebrate your mom with these thoughtful gifts. It’s that time of year again when you shower your mom with gifts and praise as a thank you for the other 364 days she spends supporting you. This Mother’s Day treat your mom to a gift she actually wants. From indulgent skin-care products to cozy comforts for moments of relaxation, we’ve curated a list of goodies any mom would cherish. ... The Tea Spot Mama's Tea Time For the moms that love a hot cup of tea to start the day or close it out, this set is idyllic. This set...

The Spring Equinox marks the time when day and night are in balance — when light and dark are in equilibrium with one another. It’s also that time of the year when nature, and our bodies, begin to wake up from the cozy hibernation of winter. Spring inspires love, hope, youthful adventures, and growth. The Spring Equinox is an ideal time to find a comfortable space and take ten minutes to sip quietly and seek some balance and clarity within, by doing a self-guided meditation with tea. The onset of Spring can help bring mental clarity. Just like the planet,...

Pearl Dexter is one of the great personalities in the tea industry. She published the book “Presidential Tea Families” with Beulah Munshower Sommer from which I pulled these fun presidential tea facts.  * Tea figures prominently in the White House. It’s a tradition which historically has transcended partisanship, with the outgoing FLOTUS inviting the incoming first lady to tea at the White House, and presumably some juicy tips on the role. Also, each Mother’s Day, it’s customary for FLOTUS to host a tea for military spouses. Favorite teas for first ladies include flavored black teas and soul-soothing caffeine-free teas.  *...