MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'holiday shopping'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:25:36 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4214212&cid=t_214892_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FOzRN5W6g9a8%2F Now that Thanksgiving is over, we’re officially in the thick of the holiday season: Hanukkah is around the corner, Christmas is almost here, and even if you don’t celebrate either of those holidays, it’s hard to escape December without getting the holiday shopping itch. We don’t have anything against buying really good gifts for the people you love, but we do think there are better ways to spread cheer than to buy a bunch of gift sets, holiday specials, and seasonal treats that will end up in the trash or in your storage unit until this time next year. What’s more, if you can resist the impulse to buy a bunch of crap you don’t need, you might just have some money left over to do something fun with your friends and family that will leave you a lot happier... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4214212 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:00:00 +0100 4214212 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4214216&cid=t_214892_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FZy7fh7vKsJ4%2F photo: Thinkstock.com If your shopping budget wasn’t completely sapped by Black Friday sales, it’s now Cyber Monday, and instead of catching up on work emails, you’re probably sifting through enticing online sales and contemplating whether you should go for those boots that are on sale an com with free shipping. Am I right? But according to Psychology Today’s blog, you’re probably making shopping decisions differently than you normally would – and you might end up with the wrong stuff in your closet because of it. We’ve all been there: Standing around in a crowded store, clutching the last set of pink mixing bowls that’s marked down 30%, trying to decide whether to seize the deal and keep our nonrefundable purchase, or leave it to some other shop... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4214216 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:58:15 +0100 4214216 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2011471&cid=t_214892_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FNIRnEKUMVeo%2F Hey Guys, I’m back from the long Thanksgiving weekend…………… ah……………. Did you get to take any time off? I hope so. I’ve learned that my blood sugars are much more manageable when I rest and take life at a reasonable pace. I want you all to know that I did say a prayer for all my fellow diabetics out there! I want you all to be happy, healthy, and strong! Of course, the night before Thanksgiving, I was thinking about all the stuff I had to do and feeling a bit overwhelmed. Wouldn’t you know it, I had a massive low blood sugar that night. Ugh. Doesn’t it figure? It didn’t matter, though, My family and I had a lovely day and I hope you did too. I came across this quote that I think you might enjoy: The... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2011471 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:57:19 +0100 2011471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2005723&cid=t_214892_111_f&fid=34712&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdigitaldoorway.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fgifts-that-give-more.html As many of us gear up for the holiday season, purchasing gifts for everyone on our list can be difficult. This is especially true when we would rather not spend our money at Big Box stores that care little about where products are made, how the workers who made them were treated, and other factors that make being a conscious consumer a morally and ethically painful experience.With that thought in mind, here are suggestions for ways to give that will delight the recipients while also giving back something meaningful to the world at large. This is not an exhaustive list by any means, but it is a good start for those who wish to shop in a manner that has a ripple effect beyond the cash register.Global Exchange Fair Trade Store: fair trade gifts from around the worldThe Hunger Site Store: gift... Digital Doorway blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2005723 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:33:00 +0100 2005723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2006517&cid=t_214892_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FBreastfeeding123%2F%7E3%2FjmZ2LT91HU0%2F This year bloggers from around b5media’s Lifestyles, Health and Wellness channels are giving readers a special surprise. We’ve created a virtual mall to help you choose the perfect holiday gifts! I have made shopping for everyone on your list easy by hand-picking my favorite book for each recipient, from infants and toddlers to mothers, fathers, grandparents, and medical professionals. Check out the Breastfeeding 1-2-3 gift giving guide. Stop by Kettle and Cup and select your favorite hot beverage, then kick back and browse the rest of this year’s Holiday Gift Guide Shopping Extravaganza. Cherie from Career and Kids has the perfect list for the business woman/working parent. Mary Emma from One Book Two Book shares a suggested shopping list for the avid reader and artist ... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2006517 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:08:47 +0100 2006517 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1999171&cid=t_214892_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2FxKnhGB_IqQQ%2F Just a reminder that Cyber Monday is here.  Check out this list of shopping ideas from the b5media Lifestyles and Health/Wellness bloggers.  They’ve compiled a Virtual Mall of items you can shop for those special Christmas gifts. Alzheimer’s Notes and my other blogs are participating with their shopping lists.   So, you can sit right at home, click on your keyboard and get your shopping done without battling crowds or weather. Enjoy! (Jomashop  image) Tags: Alzheimer's Notes, Christmas shopping, Cyber Monday, gifts, holiday shopping, shopping, virtual mallShare This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1999171 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:00:26 +0100 1999171 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1996453&cid=t_214892_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F6ALEnIeRV-s%2F Super Shopping To aid you in preparing for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we at the b5 Lifestyles and Health/Wellness channels have compiled shopping lists and suggestions.  The lists also are usable beyond these two shopping days.  You can get ideas here for your gift giving. I have lists (in the Pages sections of my blogs) posted at:  One Book Two Book, Quilting and Patchwork, and Alzheimer’s Notes.  One Book Two Book: 2008 Holiday Gift Guide (Mary Emma) Quilting & Patchwork: 2008 Holiday Gift Guide for Quilters & Fabric Artists Alzheimer’s Notes: Holiday Shopping for Alzheimer’s Caregivers Did you find one list more helpful than another?  If so, which one? Enjoy! (Christmas Central image) Tags: Alzheimer's Notes, Black Friday, Christmas shopping, Cybe... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1996453 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:00:59 +0100 1996453 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1944381&cid=t_214892_136_f&fid=37852&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdonnatrussell.com%2F2008%2F11%2F08%2Ffighting-cancer-still-fabulous%2F Shopping for an inexpensive gift for the afflicted loved one in your life? Consider these. Many colors and styles available. Most designs come in note cards. pins and coffee mugs as well as shirts. [Ed. note: I have no connection to the companies/organizations involved and receive no compensation for clicks or purchases.] More cancer/fabulous here. More newsboy/cancer here. More nurses/cancer here. More new/cancer-free here. More oncologist/homeboy here. More work/cancer here. More foxtrot/cancer here. Posted in Cancer, Humor   Tagged: cancer patient, cancer survivor, gift, holiday, shopping    (Source: Donna Trussell) Donna Trussell blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1944381 Sat, 08 Nov 2008 18:36:31 +0100 1944381