I’ve really struggled with heat since having a baby. Any recs for how you stay cool and cope with the heat?

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Susanita · Answer

Venty Fan: USB chargeable (and can act as a charger), has a light, remote control, carrying case, multiple levels and swivel action. I've brought it to pickleball, on boats, to the mountains, and sometimes just point it at me when I sleep. Quiet and fantastic.

Mo · Answer

Face ice bath: Basically hold your breath and dip your face in an ice water for about 30 seconds. Helps activate vagus response and triggers vasoconstriction which will reduce stress and help to cool you down (not to mention putting your face in ice will just generally cool you). can also be done by putting ice water in a zip lock bag and putting it over your face if you want less mess.

SammyBoBammy · Answer

frogg toggs!: They’re neat!

Very Carrie · Answer

KIDEE Neck Fan: Have you tried one of these before? It actually tricks your body into feeling cooler (I can’t explain the exact science behind it) but it absolutely works. My friends and I used to wear them in a pottery studio we belonged to that didn’t have AC and it was a lifesaver.

Noelle · Answer

nuud deodorant:  I discovered this deodorant cream when I was newly postpartum and in that weird hormonal zone where you smell like a wild animal. I went from smelling like a feral beast to smelling like…nothing. It is some strange magic. And you only have to use it every few days.