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    <loc>https://www.the-golden-ot.com/blog/ponytailmodifications</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-03</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Blog - 6 Creative Occupational Therapy Modifications Using a Simple Ponytail Holder - 1. Create a Cup Grip for Easier Drinking</image:title>
      <image:caption>For individuals with decreased grip strength, arthritis, hand pain, or limited hand function, grasping a cup can be challenging. Loop a ponytail holder around a cup or water bottle to create an instant handle-like grip. Patients can slide their fingers through the elastic loop, reducing the amount of grasp strength required to hold and lift the cup. Benefits: Improves independence with hydration Reduces hand fatigue Supports individuals with arthritis or weakness</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 6 Creative Occupational Therapy Modifications Using a Simple Ponytail Holder - 2. Build Up Utensil Handles</image:title>
      <image:caption>Standard utensils can be difficult to hold for individuals with reduced hand strength, limited dexterity, or neurological conditions. Wrap several ponytail holders around the handle of a spoon, fork, or toothbrush to increase the diameter of the grip. This creates a built-up handle that is easier to grasp and control during feeding or grooming tasks. Benefits: Improves utensil control Decreases the need for a tight grasp Supports participation in self-feeding and self-care</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 6 Creative Occupational Therapy Modifications Using a Simple Ponytail Holder - 3. Secure Personal Items to a Walker or Wheelchair</image:title>
      <image:caption>Many individuals using walkers or wheelchairs struggle with transporting frequently used items such as water bottles, remotes, tissues, or small bags. A ponytail holder can be used to attach lightweight items directly to a wheelchair armrest, walker frame, or mobility device. This keeps essential items within reach and reduces the risk of dropping or losing belongings. Benefits: Promotes accessibility Encourages independence Improves safety and organization</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 6 Creative Occupational Therapy Modifications Using a Simple Ponytail Holder - 4. Create an Easy-Grasp Zipper Pull</image:title>
      <image:caption>Small zipper tabs can be difficult to manipulate for individuals with arthritis, tremors, weakness, or decreased fine motor coordination. Simply loop a ponytail holder through the zipper hole to create a larger pull tab. The larger loop requires less precision and provides a larger target for grasping. Benefits: Increases independence with dressing Reduces frustration Supports fine motor limitations</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 6 Creative Occupational Therapy Modifications Using a Simple Ponytail Holder - 5. Secure an Item to the Hand</image:title>
      <image:caption>For individuals with significant weakness, decreased grasp endurance, or neurological impairments, maintaining a grip on an object can be difficult. A ponytail holder can help secure lightweight items such as a washcloth, stylus, marker, or small therapy tool to the hand. The elastic loop helps maintain contact with the object while reducing the amount of active grip required. Benefits: Supports participation in therapeutic activities Conserves energy Encourages successful task completion</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 6 Creative Occupational Therapy Modifications Using a Simple Ponytail Holder - 6. Create a Straw Stabilizer</image:title>
      <image:caption>For individuals with tremors, weakness, limited upper extremity mobility, or reduced coordination, keeping a straw in the correct position can be challenging. A straw that constantly shifts can lead to frustration, increased effort, or even reduced fluid intake. A simple ponytail holder can be wrapped around a cup or water bottle and used to hold a straw in place. By threading the straw through the elastic loop, the straw remains more stable and accessible, reducing the need for frequent repositioning. Benefits: Promotes independence with drinking Reduces frustration and energy expenditure Supports individuals with tremors or limited arm mobility Encourages adequate hydration</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.the-golden-ot.com/blog/cognitive-activities</loc>
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    <loc>https://www.the-golden-ot.com/blog/interventionideaswithaponytail</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-05-26</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 1. Pony Tail Around Digits 2–5 for Finger Abduction/Adduction</image:title>
      <image:caption>Place a pony tail around digits 2–5 and instruct the patient to open and close their fingers against the resistance of the band. Purpose of the Activity: This intervention targets intrinsic hand strengthening, specifically finger abduction and adduction. It helps improve hand stability, coordination, and motor control required for functional tasks such as typing, grasping objects, buttoning clothing, and handwriting. The resistance from the pony tail also provides proprioceptive input and can assist with improving endurance of the small muscles of the hand.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 2. Pony Tail Around All Digits While Opening Wide to Place on a Cup</image:title>
      <image:caption>Have the patient place the pony tail around all digits, open the hand wide against resistance, and stretch the pony tail over a cup. Purpose of the Activity: This activity focuses on hand opening, grasp release, coordination, and finger extension strength. It also promotes functional grasp patterns and motor planning. Reaching to place the pony tail onto a cup can additionally incorporate shoulder range of motion and visual-motor integration depending on positioning.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 3. Pony Tail on Thumb and Digit 2 Progressing to Digits 3–5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Place the pony tail around the thumb and index finger first, then progress to thumb with digits 3–5 individually while opening and closing the thumb. Purpose of the Activity: This intervention targets thumb opposition, pinch strength, and web space mobility. Progressing through each digit challenges fine motor coordination and dexterity while activating different pinch patterns required for ADL performance such as zipping, manipulating utensils, managing fasteners, and handling small objects.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 4. Pony Tail Around Both Hands Opening and Closing Hands</image:title>
      <image:caption>Place a pony tail around both hands and have the patient simultaneously open and close their hands. Purpose of the Activity: This activity promotes bilateral coordination, hand strengthening, and symmetrical movement patterns. It can also improve motor timing and coordination between both upper extremities. This intervention is beneficial for patients working on functional bilateral tasks such as dressing, meal preparation, grooming, and carrying objects.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 5. In-Hand Manipulation with a Pony Tail</image:title>
      <image:caption>Have the patient manipulate the pony tail within one hand by rotating, shifting, or translating it between the fingers and palm. Purpose of the Activity: In-hand manipulation skills are essential for fine motor efficiency and independence with everyday tasks. This activity addresses palm-to-finger translation, finger-to-palm translation, shift, and rotation movements. Improving these skills supports tasks such as managing coins, buttons, keys, medication, and handwriting tools.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 6. Stacking Pony Tails on Cones While Focusing on Supination/Pronation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Place cones on a table and have the patient stack pony tails onto the cones while emphasizing forearm supination and pronation during the task. Purpose of the Activity: This intervention targets forearm mobility, coordination, and controlled upper extremity movement patterns. Supination and pronation are important for many daily activities including self-feeding, grooming, dressing, and opening containers. The repetitive movement also supports motor learning and endurance.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 7. Picking Up Pony Tails with Resistive Clips</image:title>
      <image:caption>Using resistive clips or pinch clips, have the patient pick up pony tails and transfer them into a container or on a cone. Purpose of the Activity: This activity strengthens pinch grasp, hand endurance, and coordination while incorporating functional reaching and release. Depending on clip resistance, the task can be graded for varying strength levels. This intervention is beneficial for improving fine motor control needed for clothing fasteners, opening packaging, and utensil management.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 8. Picking Up Pony Tails with a Reacher While Standing Unsupported</image:title>
      <image:caption>Scatter pony tails on the floor and have the patient retrieve them using a reacher while standing unsupported. Purpose of the Activity: This intervention addresses dynamic standing balance, functional reach, coordination, and adaptive equipment training. It also promotes safety awareness and body mechanics during functional mobility tasks. Using a reacher simulates real-life activities often addressed in occupational therapy for energy conservation and fall prevention.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 9. Standing Unsupported Ring Toss with Pony Tails and Cones</image:title>
      <image:caption>Set up cones and have the patient perform a ring toss activity using pony tails while standing unsupported. Purpose of the Activity: This activity targets dynamic balance, upper extremity coordination, motor planning, visual-perceptual skills, and postural control. Ring toss activities also improve graded movement and attention while making therapy more engaging and purposeful.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - 10 Occupational Therapy Intervention Ideas Using a Simple Pony Tail - 10. Standing Unsupported Picking Up Pony Tails with Feet</image:title>
      <image:caption>Place pony tails on the floor and have the patient pick them up using their feet while maintaining standing balance. Purpose of the Activity: This intervention focuses on single-leg balance, lower extremity coordination, motor control, flexibility, and core stability. It also promotes weight shifting and body awareness. Functional lower body coordination can support dressing tasks, fall prevention, and overall balance during daily activities.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.the-golden-ot.com/blog/medbridge</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-05-22</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Blog - Why MedBridge Is One of My Favorite Resources as an OT - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.the-golden-ot.com/blog/thingsiwasnotpreparedfordoublejawsurgery</loc>
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    <loc>https://www.the-golden-ot.com/blog/hair-care-products</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-05-17</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - CHI Iron Guard</image:title>
      <image:caption>Using a heat protector is a must to help protect your hair from high temps whether you are using a straighter, curler, or even blow dryer. I use this every time I put heat to my hair.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - UNITE 7 Seconds Detangler</image:title>
      <image:caption>Detangler Leave-In Conditioner Spray for Frizz Control &amp; Heat Protection. I put this in my hair right after a shower. Works great to get tangles and knots out - especially with my long hair.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - K18 Leave in Molecular Repair Hair Mask</image:title>
      <image:caption>I put this only on my face framing hairs to help protect them, regain strength, and help support them to grow - as they got pretty damaged from a previous hair disaster (story for another time). I put this on ONLY days I am NOT putting heat to my hair.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - Plant Therapy Rosemary &amp; Castor Hair Oil</image:title>
      <image:caption>Promotes hair growth, adds shine and softness to hair, and encourages a healthy scalp.I massage this into my roots once a month. I put it on at night, sleep with it in, and wash it out in the morning.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - Plant Therapy Argan Hair Oil</image:title>
      <image:caption>Multi-tasking oil deeply hydrates and softens hair while helping to restore damage and reduce frizz. Adding strength and a sheer shine to all hair types. I put this on my ends after a shower on wet hair ONLY on days I am NOT putting heat to my hair.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - Matrix Hydrating Shampoo &amp; Conditioner</image:title>
      <image:caption>I shampoo my hair every other to every third wash. You will notice in the next section below I have another shampoo and conditioner brand - I like to switch them up between the two. I really like both brands.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - Hask Tea Tree Shampoo &amp; Conditioner</image:title>
      <image:caption>Here is another shampoo and conditioner set I really like. Again - I shampoo my hair every other to every third wash.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - Odele Clarifying Shampoo</image:title>
      <image:caption>I use a clarifying shampoo once a week to get excess build up off my hair to keep it healthy and shine. I follow up with a hair mask listed below.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - COCO &amp; EVE Repairing &amp; Restoring Hair Mask</image:title>
      <image:caption>I use this following a clarifying shampoo wash once a week. I LOVE how soft and shiny my hair is after using this. I try to leave it on for about 10 minutes.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Hair Care Tips - Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides</image:title>
      <image:caption>I am a firm believer that our hair quality and growth is directly related to what we put in our body. I’ve noticed a huge difference in my hair when I am consistent on taking my vital proteins every day. Vital Proteins has various flavors.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-05-21</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Tips - Syringes</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will want to stay stocked up on syringes. One of the most helpful tools during my liquid diet phase after jaw surgery was a simple syringe. In the early days of recovery, swelling, numbness, and limited jaw mobility made drinking from a cup or using utensils difficult and frustrating. Using a syringe allowed me to slowly and comfortably get in fluids, protein shakes, smoothies, soups, and medications without putting extra strain on my jaw. It also helped me stay hydrated and nourished during a time when eating felt exhausting. As simple as they are, syringes became one of my recovery essentials and made the process much more manageable.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Tips - Blender</image:title>
      <image:caption>Having a good quality blender made a huge difference during my jaw surgery recovery and liquid diet phase. When you are limited to liquids for typically 6 weeks, being able to blend meals smoothly and thoroughly can make eating much easier, more comfortable, and honestly more enjoyable. A powerful blender helped me turn foods like soups, protein shakes, fruits, and even full meals into a consistency I could safely consume while still getting enough calories and nutrients. It also gave me more variety in my diet, which helped prevent me from getting burned out on the same few foods every day. I would recommend a Nutribullet or a Vitamix.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Tips - Wedge Pillow</image:title>
      <image:caption>Sleeping with a wedge pillow was one of the best things I did to help manage swelling after jaw surgery. Keeping my head elevated, especially during the first few weeks of recovery, helped reduce fluid buildup and made breathing and sleeping more comfortable. Lying completely flat often increased pressure and swelling in my face, so having a wedge pillow helped me maintain a more supported and elevated position throughout the night. It also made getting in and out of bed easier when I was sore and exhausted, making it one of my most-used recovery essentials.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>One recovery tip that made taking medications much easier was using children’s liquid Tylenol and ibuprofen instead of the adult liquid versions. After jaw surgery, swallowing pills can be difficult or not allowed at first, so liquid medications are often necessary. I personally found the adult liquid medications tasted extremely strong and unpleasant, while the children’s versions were much easier to tolerate because of the milder flavors. Having medications that were easier to take made staying on top of pain management and inflammation much less stressful during recovery. (FYI, you will need to adjust the dosing as these are meant for children)</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A jaw bra was one of the most useful recovery tools for both icing and heat therapy after surgery. During the first couple of weeks, it helped hold ice packs comfortably against my face without having to constantly reposition them or hold them in place by hand. As healing progressed, I was also able to use it with warm compresses to help with muscle tightness, stiffness, and comfort. Having a hands-free way to consistently apply ice and heat made recovery much more manageable and allowed me to rest more comfortably throughout the day.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Oral swabs were incredibly helpful for keeping my mouth feeling clean during the early stages of jaw surgery recovery. Because of restrictions from my surgeon, swelling, tenderness, and limited jaw mobility, I was unable to brush my teeth with toothpaste for the first few weeks after surgery. Using oral swabs allowed me to gently clean my mouth, remove buildup, and keep my lips and gums feeling fresher without irritating surgical areas. They became an easy and comfortable way to maintain oral hygiene during a time when normal brushing felt nearly impossible.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Tips - Microwavable Bean Bag</image:title>
      <image:caption>A simple bean heat pack became one of my favorite comfort items during recovery, especially at night. As swelling started to decrease and nerves began waking up, I experienced a lot of facial nerve sensations, tingling, and discomfort that made it hard to fully relax and fall asleep. The gentle warmth from the heat pack helped calm the nerve noise in my face, ease muscle tension, and give my nervous system a sense of comfort and regulation. It became part of my nightly routine and helped make the recovery process feel a little more soothing and manageable.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Sleep was one of the hardest parts of my recovery during the first few weeks after jaw surgery. Between swelling, discomfort, difficulty finding a comfortable position, and waking up frequently throughout the night, getting truly restful sleep felt almost impossible at times. One of the things that helped me the most was using The Hatch, white noise. Having a consistent background sound made it easier to relax, quiet my thoughts, and stay asleep longer despite the discomfort and interruptions. While sleep still wasn’t perfect, white noise created a sense of calm that made those long nights feel a bit more manageable.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A humidifier was one of the most helpful things I used during my recovery after jaw surgery, especially in those first few weeks when congestion was at its worst. I experienced a lot of nasal stuffiness and even frequent bloody noses, which is common after surgery, and because you can’t blow your nose, it can feel very uncomfortable and frustrating. Running a humidifier helped keep the air moist, which made breathing easier and helped soothe the dryness in my nasal passages. It also reduced irritation overnight and made sleep a little more comfortable during a time when congestion felt constant.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Using vitamin E oil and silicone-based scar support became an important part of my post-surgery routine as my incisions began to heal. I applied vitamin E capsule oil twice a day, gently massaging it into the scar area to help keep the skin moisturized and support overall healing. Alongside that, I used Mederma strips consistently, which helped provide continuous coverage and pressure to support smoother scar formation over time. Being consistent with both made me feel like I was actively participating in my healing process and helped me stay mindful about long-term scar care as recovery progressed.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Eating and drinking in front of a mirror was unexpectedly one of the most helpful tools during my early recovery. Because of numbness, limited control of facial muscles, and the tendency to drool in the beginning, it was difficult to know what was actually happening without being able to see it. The mirror gave me real-time feedback, helping me adjust how I was sipping, swallowing, and positioning the syringe or cup so I could stay cleaner and more controlled. It also reduced frustration and mess, making me feel more confident while navigating something that initially felt very awkward.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Using GUM flossers became an easy and effective way for me to keep my teeth clean while I had braces during recovery. With limited jaw mobility and sensitivity in the early stages, traditional flossing was difficult and uncomfortable, so floss picks helped simplify the process. They made it much easier to gently clean between brackets and around wires without needing as much jaw opening or precision. Being able to maintain some level of oral hygiene, even in a simplified way, helped me feel fresher and more in control during a time when so much else felt out of my hands.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A Ninja Creami ice cream maker was such a helpful and honestly motivating tool during my recovery and liquid diet phase. When most foods are restricted, being able to create “ice cream” that still felt fun, satisfying, and nutrient-dense made a big difference mentally and physically. I used it to blend protein shakes, yogurt-based mixtures, and fruit blends into a smooth, easy-to-eat consistency that felt more like a treat than a necessity. It helped me get in extra calories and protein when my appetite was low, while still giving me something to look forward to each day. During a recovery that can feel very limited, having small moments of normalcy like this made a big impact.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>One of the most underrated parts of jaw surgery recovery is how much your clothing can impact comfort day to day. In those first few weeks, I lived in soft, loose-fitting pajamas and lounge sets that didn’t require pulling anything over my head or putting pressure on my face. Stocking up on comfy PJs ahead of time made a huge difference when energy was low and even simple tasks felt like a lot. My go-to was the COMFRT lounge set because it was soft, breathable, and easy to wear all day without feeling restrictive. (Use my link to get 15% off your purchase) Having a few reliable, comfortable outfits ready to rotate through helped me feel more at ease during recovery and removed one more small decision when I needed to conserve energy for healing.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Red Light Therapy Red light therapy was another tool that I personally feel supported my recovery and helped with facial swelling after double jaw surgery. Once I was cleared to use it (around 2 weeks post op), I incorporated short sessions (5 min) into my routine to help promote healing and reduce inflammation. I found it especially helpful during the weeks when my face still felt very tight, puffy, and sore. While red light therapy is not a “quick fix,” I felt that using it consistently alongside proper nutrition, hydration, rest, and movement helped support my overall healing process. It also became a relaxing part of my daily routine during recovery. As always, I recommend talking with your surgeon before starting red light therapy to make sure it is appropriate for your stage of healing. Here is the red light mask that I use: INIA Glow use code MEGAN20 for $20 off your purchase.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Managing Swelling During Jaw Surgery Recovery - Sleep at an Incline</image:title>
      <image:caption>One of the simplest things that made a huge difference in my swelling was sleeping at an incline, especially during the first few weeks after surgery. I alternated between using a wedge pillow in bed and sleeping in a recliner to help keep my head elevated throughout the night. Keeping your head raised can help reduce fluid buildup in the face, which may improve swelling and pressure by the morning. I personally noticed that my swelling was always worse when I laid too flat, so maintaining an elevated position became a very important part of my recovery routine. It also helped me feel more comfortable overall, especially during the early stages when breathing, congestion, and facial tightness were at their peak. While it may not be the most comfortable sleeping setup at first, I truly feel it made a noticeable difference in my healing and swelling management. Here is the wedge pillow that I used: Wedge Pillow</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Snacks</image:title>
      <image:caption>For the first few weeks of my recovery, drinking/eating things that were thickened went down a lot easier than thin liquids. Apple sauce pouches will be your best friend, trust me! There are many good brands out there but here are a few brands that I really enjoyed. Very flavorful and nutritious. Mamma Chia Noka Pumpkin Tree Notes: All of these are available for purchase at Thrive Market. Use my link to save 40% off your first order.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Loaded Protein Shake - Carrot Cake</image:title>
      <image:caption>I relied heavily on protein shakes throughout recovery to help meet my calorie, nutrient, and protein needs each day. I typically made one large smoothie that would last from morning through mid-afternoon, so feel free to adjust the measurements depending on the portion size that works best for you. Carrot cake was one of my favorite guilty pleasures. Ingredients: 1 scoop Arbonne Chai Essential Meal protein powder 1 scoop Vanilla Almond powder 1 tsp vanilla paste 2 large carrots 1 frozen zucchini for added nutrients and thickness 1 cup ice 2-3 cups Almond Milk 1-2 tsp date syrup Instructions: Blend all ingredients until thickness desired Notes: My Vitamix blender worked great to blend everything up Adjust measurements depending on how large of a protein shake you want. If you do not have chai protein powder you can use Vanilla protein powder - however I would add cinnamon and nutmeg to get the carrot cake flavor.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Loaded Protein Shake - Dark Cherry Chocolate</image:title>
      <image:caption>Again, I relied heavily on protein shakes throughout recovery to help meet my calorie, nutrient, and protein needs each day. I typically made one large smoothie that would last from morning through mid-afternoon, so feel free to adjust the measurements depending on the portion size that works best for you. Ingredients: 1 cup frozen dark cherries 1 frozen zucchini for added nutrients and thickness 1/3 cup chocolate essential meal protein 2 tsp Watkins cherry extract 1 tsp chocolate date syrup 2-3 cups almond milk 1 cup ice Instructions: Blend all ingredients until thickness desired Notes: My Vitamix blender worked great to blend everything up Adjust measurements depending on how large of a protein shake you want.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Loaded Protein Shake - Pistachio Banana</image:title>
      <image:caption>Ingredients: 1 frozen banana 1 frozen zucchini for added nutrients and thickness 1/3 cup vanilla essential meal protein 1 tsp vanilla bean paste 1 tsp chocolate date syrup 2-3 cups almond milk or pistachio milk 1/3 cup pistachios 1 - 2 tsp pistachio cream 1 cup ice Instructions: Blend all ingredients until thickness desired Notes: My Vitamix blender worked great to blend everything up Adjust measurements depending on how large of a protein shake you want. Pistachio milk available for purchase at Thrive Market. Use my link to save 40% off your first order.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Sweet Potato Brownie</image:title>
      <image:caption>This is a great recipe for those craving something sweet. I personally felt like it tasted like a warm chocolate brownie! Ingredients: 1 baked sweet potato 1 tbsp nut butter of choice 1 tsp cocoa powder Squeeze of honey to desired sweetness Instructions: Bake 1 sweet potato at 400 °F for 1 hour. Separate sweet potato skins from potato When potato is warm mix all ingredients together If you need this softer - add milk of choice to soften Links: Vintage glass mugs</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Blended Tacos</image:title>
      <image:caption>For some reason, tacos became my go-to meal during recovery. Once blended together, the flavors were surprisingly delicious, and it never felt like I had to force myself to get it down like I did with some other meals. The ingredients are all very healthy too. It reminded me of a flavorful taco soup. You can really customize it with whatever taco ingredients you enjoy and blend it with bone broth, but here’s the combination I used if you’d like a starting point. Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey (you can use beef - I personally prefer ground turkey) 1 packet siete taco seasoning 1 avocado 1 - 2 cups cooked white rice 1 handful cilantro 1 limes 1 pepper 3/4 can black beans Kettle and fire bone broth Instructions: Brown your meat and add taco seasoning Cook white rice Blend all ingredients together (again Vitamix works wonders) Now this is going to make a lot - once I found a recipe I liked, I made a large portion so I could have a few meals prepped and ready for the next couple of days. (You can even freeze it too)</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Protein Yogurt - Lemon Blueberry</image:title>
      <image:caption>I lived off of protein yogurts combinations. Lemon blueberry was one of my favorites. Recipe: 2/3 cup yogurt of choice (I’m a dairy free girly so I stick with almond yogurts) 2 tbsp lemon vital proteins 1/2 tbsp beef gelatin 2 tbsp blended blueberry Catalina Crunch Squeeze 1/4 lemon Notes: Now for this recipe you could either blend up frozen blueberries or do what I did - I blended an entire bag of Catalina Crunch and used 2 tbsp of the cereal. I personally liked the added protein, carbs, and texture of the cereal. Adding 1/2 tsp of beef gelatin gave it a good thickness.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Protein Yogurt - Strawberry</image:title>
      <image:caption>Protein-packed yogurt can be a great recovery food after jaw surgery because it provides nutrients that support healing while still being easy to eat on a liquid or soft-food diet. Here is another protein packed yogurt. Recipe: 2/3 cup yogurt of choice (I’m a dairy free girly so I stick with almond yogurts) 1/3 cup FeetFit Strawberry yogurt 2 tbsp Strawberry Catalina Crunch Notes: Now for this recipe you could either blend up frozen strawberries or do what I did - I blended an entire bag of Catalina Crunch and used 2 tbsp of the cereal. I personally liked the added protein, carbs, and texture of the cereal.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Simple Protein Yogurt</image:title>
      <image:caption>Keep it simple with adding just chocolate or vanilla FeelFit protein powder to your yogurt. So simple and so delicious. Protein-packed yogurt is a great recovery food after jaw surgery because it provides protein your body needs to support tissue repair and healing. Its smooth texture makes it easy to eat during the liquid and soft-food phases, while also supplying important nutrients like calcium and probiotics to support overall health and digestion during recovery.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Recipe: 2/3 cup yogurt of choice (I’m a dairy free girly so I stick with almond yogurts) 2 tbsp FeetFit vanilla protein powder 1 tbsp pumpkin puree 1 tbsp cinnamon graham Oat Haus</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Recipe: 2/3 cup yogurt of choice (I’m a dairy free girly so I stick with almond yogurts) 2 tbsp FeetFit vanilla protein powder 1 tsp chocolate date syrup 1 tbsp cookies &amp; cream Oat Haus</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - Jaw Surgery Recovery Foods - Protein Ice Cream Root Beer Float</image:title>
      <image:caption>First off, make your vanilla protein ice cream in your Ninja Creami a head of time. This is probably the healthiest root beer float you will ever consume - with no guilt either! Recipe: 1.5 cups almond milk 1/4 cup Arbonne Feel Fit Vanilla protein powder 1 tsp vanilla paste Instructions: Mix ingredients together Freeze for 24 hours Run Ninja Creami on Lite Ice Cream If dry add a little almond milk - a little goes a long ways - run on Re-Spin - repeat if still dry Enjoy with a Poppi Root Beer!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Around week 5 to 6 post op, I was able to progress to a soft diet. I found that I was able to break up fish and potatoes in my mouth. Salmon Recipe: Preheat air fryer to 400°f Pat dry salmon Drizzle salmon with olive oil and add McCormick Himalayan Pick Salt with Black Pepper and Garlic All Purpose Seasoning Cook for 10-15 min or until internal temp 145°f Drizzle hot honey on salmon once cooked Potatoes Recipe: Preheat air fryer to 400°f Wash and cut up potatoes in 1 in chunks Drizzle olive oil and add McCormick Himalayan Pick Salt with Black Pepper and Garlic All Purpose Seasoning Cook for ~20-30 min or until soft</image:caption>
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