Buying Scrubs online

February 28, 2016


Hey y'all,



Most of you, if not all of you, know that I am an ambassador for Allheart scrubs. Now, I absolutely adore Allheart, but I was a little worried about how to order scrubs online. I think a lot of us run into similar problems. We want to be able to try them on or have the items right away. However, after dealing with Allheart for a little while now, I have discovered that online shopping is the way to go! 

First off I get to try on my scrubs from the comfort of my own home and in normal lighting. Second off, I am able to get the right size because Allheart always has everything in stock or in their second warehouse. That means when the new brand lines come out, I am able to get it that second! WooHoo! And Third, who does not love getting packages! 

To help ease you into online shopping, Allheart and I have partnered for this post on how to get your most accurate measurments! The best way to get your measurements is to always have someone else take them with a soft measuring tape. Another good test is to take a pair of scrubs that fit well and look at what measurements the size chart shows for the size you wear in that brand, and compare it to the sizing of a brand you're ordering.  

For Tops:
  • Bust Measurement (chest for guys): have your helper wrap the measuring tape around your back RIGHT above your bra line (right under shoulder blades for guys) and make sure it is straight. They will then wrap the tape around to the front make sure it is centered at the fullest part of your chest. Record where the end of the measuring tape hits without being pulled tight. It shouldn’t be loose or pulling. Round to the nearest ½ inch. This is your bust/chest measurement.
  • Waist Measurement: The circumference around your natural waist, just above the belly button. Again, have your helper start from the back, keeping the measuring tape straight, and wrap around to the front. Resist the urge to “suck in” your stomach, which could result in a measurement that is a bit too small (and pants that are too tight!). Also make sure the measuring tape is not loose, but also not too tight that you cannot take a deep breath comfortably. Round to the nearest ½ inch. This is your waist measurement.
  • Center Back Measurement: Have your helper start the measuring tape right at the base of your neck, on the center of your largest vertebrae, where the collar of a crewneck t-shirt would normally start. Run the tape straight down your back to the desired length of your scrub top. This measurement is more subjective- some prefer their tops longer, while others don’t. Have your helper stop the tape where you would feel most comfortable with the length. This is your ideal center back measurement.
For Pants:
(use your waist measurement from your top)

  • Hip Measurement: Your hip measurement should be taken right in the center of your pelvis, and measure the widest width around your rear. Have your helper position the measuring tape from the back, around the fullest part of your behind. Keeping themeasuring tape in a straight line, have them wrap the tape around to the front keeping in line with the position at the back. Always make sure you are relaxed in your stance, and the tape is not pulled tight, nor hanging loose. Round to the nearest ½ inch. This is your hip measurement.
  • Inseam: Stand with your feet hips width apart. Have your helper start the measuring tape from the very top of one inner thigh (you can hold it there) and run all the way down to the arch of the foot in a straight line. This measurement will determine how long your ideal pant length would be. Keep in mind you will also be wearing shoes, which generally add at least ½ inch of height. Record thismeasurement to the nearest ½ inch. When selecting from petite, regular, or tall lengths in scrub pants, take into account which shoes you usually wear, and how tall the heel is, so you know how much to add to your inseam. Ideally it should not be above the ankle or dragging on the floor!

Now that you know your correct measurements, choosing sizes should be much easier! ALWAYS check the size chart when purchasing an item you can’t try-on. A best practice is to choose the size that is closest to your measurements without being too small.


Thanks Allheart for partnering with me on this post!!

Badge Review: Be-YOUtifulbadges

February 21, 2016

Hey friends,

If you do not know by now, then I should tell you that I am obsessed with changing my work badge. I do not know what it is, but I love being able to personalize them to my mood, holiday, or scrub outfit. I also love being able to use them as a conversation piece.

Well a little while ago (okay maybe a lot), the owner of Be-YOUtifulbadges on Etsy contacted me about trying out a few. Of course, I had to say yes! (I also love her etsy account name!)

She sent me two gorgeous hello kitty badge reels with just enough bling on one of them. I thought the material was durable and that my badges would last me for awhile. I scrolled through her Etsy account and everything is also reasonably priced! Which only adds to me buying more and more. Jessica, the owner, also has great customer service as well! Huge plus in my book when I buy items. 

I had her answer a few questions for the blog! And PSA she is starting to move into embroidered badges!!

1. Tell me about yourself.
My name is Jessica Rhodes.  I am 33 years old.  I have been a Licensed Practical Nurse since 2009.  Prior to that I was a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA).  I started my transition to Registered Nursing in May of 2015, and will graduate April 29.

2. How did you start/decide to make badge reels?
I had bought a few off a shop on Etsy, and a fellow nurse-coworker of mine makes them out of vial caps.  I figured this has to be pretty easy to do.  I went to a few craft shops and picked up a few items.  I wore them one weekend to work and a coworker of mine actually convinced me to create my Etsy shop, and bought one of my badges too.  I really didn't have any intentions due to time limits from school.

3. Are you looking to branch out and make other nursing accessories?
I have thought about making keychains.  Until I finish school, I have to stick with what I can manage at the moment.  My friends have suggested having someone help me with my creations.  I am a perfectionist with a moderate amount of OCD.  I don't think I could allow someone else to do the work for me.  I do want to invest in an embroidery machine at some point.

4. Where do you find your inspiration?I find the most inspiration when I am at the craft stores (Pat Catans, Hobby Lobby, Michael's, Joann Fabric).  I also browse the internet, you tube and Etsy for inspiration.  I listen to my customers also, and they inspire me as well.

5. If you had to choose, which badge reel is your favorite?Definitely my jewelry reels.  I have sold a few of them, and I wore mine to my clinical's at the hospital.  Wearing my product is my best sales pitch.  


6. What is one surprising thing you have learned about this process?
That social media is the best networking tool.  I've learned to keep my customers as happy as I possibly can.  I have a 100% satisfaction guarantee behind my product.  

7. What is your favorite part?

That "cha-ching" notification on Etsy.  Sales are exciting!!  Feedback from my customers though has to be my favorite part of all.  Without my customers I would be nothing.  They are the reason for my success.  

8. Anything else?
I have a giveaway each month on Etsy.  Anyone who makes a purchase will be entered into a drawing to win a free badge at the end of the month.  This is the least I can do to say thank you!

A huge thank you to Jessica for allowing me to ask her a few questions and try out her products first hand! Be sure to follow her on instagram at beyoutifulbadges and shop her etsy account here!

Handling two clinicals a week

February 17, 2016

Hey Friends!


I am not sure how every nursing school works, but typically mine only has us attend one clinical a week for 16 weeks. However, there are two different semesters where you juggle two clinicals a week. My first semester was already completed last year with PEDS/OB and this semester I am juggling my mental health clinical and my community clinical. The material is not hard, but managing your time  is struggling. 

The best way I have learned to manage it for the last five weeks is to prepare ahead of time. I make sure I have my lunch packed and ready to grab in the morning and my clothes with shoes laid out on the floor. Although these clinical rotations we are not required to wear scrubs, but my Sapphire pants from Cherokee are a perfect mix of scrubs and business pants, so I typically wear those! 

Another challenging part to my clinical day is that I follow it up with teaching the Sophomore nurisng students basic nursing skills for three hours. As I am driving from my clinical site to our facility, I make sure to eat something with protein. My favorite right now is sliced apples with peanut butter. It is just so yummy!! 

Although my Tuesday's/Thursday's often feel horrible, I would not change what I do for the world. I love being a school nurse at a local high school. It is truly amazing to see how open the students are with talking about items in there life. It's a great reminder of how peer pressure can really affect almost adults. I also love my mental rotation so far. My main motivation for starting nursing school was to make a difference in individuals lives. I also love hearing people's stories. My mental rotation allows just for that. I get to sit down with individuals, hear their lives story, and show them that to me they are not their diagnosis. And to me we do have things in common. 

Well this was just a short update from me. I know I have been busy and neglecting the blog, but I am still here and I still do care!!! 



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