Superior quality craftsmanship. Organic, harmful toxin-free and Australian-made. ‘Nuff said.
Superior quality craftsmanship. Organic, harmful toxin-free and Australian-made. ‘Nuff said.
Considering we spend half our lives sleeping, bedding is kind of a big deal. We sacrifice endless time and dollars optimising our health and the comfort / aesthetics of our surroundings when we’re awake, so devoting TLC in equal measure to our boudoir just makes sense right. That was a statement, not a question BTW, and wouldn’t it be a dream-come-true if there was a boutique bedding and furniture specialist with genuine commitment to the cause? Well cue the #PraiseBe’s friends, coz one high-end, non-toxic mattress, bedroom furniture and accessories pioneer is putting our physical and mental wellbeing at the top of their priority list. With unwavering allegiance to #StatusMint quality, natural materials, and sustainability, their mantra is artisanal design with a conscience. If you haven’t heard about The Natural Bedding Company, you’re welcome coz this bunch is changing the way we sleep, one bedroom at a time.
Priding themselves on hand-crafted, organic, and harmful toxin-free products, the excitement was palpable when this trailblazing organisation expanded to the sunny state. Launching their digs in Carrara twelve months ago #HappyBirthday, The Natural Bedding Company (TNBC) have gifted us a truly beautiful and tranquil space to experience their point of difference. Far from your average mattress and bedroom furniture / accessory shopping experience, the showroom feels are reflective of the products; high quality, relaxing, and natural. The entire product range is available to try and (mind-blown reaction incoming), the most popular products are in stock, ready to pickup / dispatch on the spot. Like, no waiting. None. Nada. Niente. And we’re flat out of N words but you get the gist.
Known as industry leaders, all of TNBC’s mattresses, hardwood bed frames and bedside tables are lovingly handmade in the company’s Sydney workshop. The pillow range is also proudly Australian-made, and only a small selection of bedding accessories are imported. Using certified organic materials in the construction of virtually all of their mattresses and pillows, not only are you supporting a local company but unlike many others in the space, TNBC also has a focus on Australian manufacturers #TrueBlue.
Using premium materials and adhering to stringent policies around sustainability, ethical production and avoiding the use of harmful toxins, TNBC is doing its part for the health of the consumer AND the planet. Suitable for people with health issues, their signature organic latex is naturally antibacterial, anti-fungal, and dust mite resistant. One look at the company’s reviews proves that customers rarely defect back to standard, toxic, and uncomfortable innerspring, pillow top style mattresses and srsly, why would you?
A labour of care, craft and love since day dot, we’re talking the 1980’s when founder Andrew was a yoga and shiatsu teacher and what a time to be alive. One weekend, a talented yogi, who was visiting from a dojo in Japan, showed Andrew how to make a cotton futon. This was the beginning of a life-changing journey – for both Andrew, and the rest of Australia! Successful in the space for many a moon, the futon’s trend factor started to take a bit of a dive, so Andrew turned his focus to the production of natural latex mattresses. Fast forward a decade or four but #Who’sCounting, The Natural Bedding Company has blossomed from a one-man-band to a team of 15. This means that when you place an order, you’re dealing directly with the people involved with making your new bed and this is a vibe.
As if you need an incentive, TNBC is having a 15% off in-store promo for their 1st Birthday until the end of March. And LISTEN UP because this is a bonafide exclusive. Inside GC readers will receive an extra spesh discount (outside of the sale) in-store only when they mention this article. See, stick with us kids – we’ve always got your back. Just like TNBC, who have it quite literally….
Where:4/98 Spencer Road, Carrara
When: 10am – 4pm Tuesday to Saturday
Instagram: @thenaturalbeddingcompanyau
Website: thenaturalbeddingcompany.com.au
Words by Bianca Trathen.
Image by Brittany Kreskas.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE NATURAL BEDDING COMPANY
With all the holiday shenanigans and silly season celebrations, there’s a good chance your liver isn’t exactly loving you right now. We know we’re not firing on all cylinders and admit a makeover wouldn’t go astray….from the inside out that is. If you concur but don’t really know where to start, the fairy godmothers of all-things-health-and-wellness have our backs…and our livers.
We’re talking about the highly qualified, knowledgeable and passionate naturopathic team at The Feel Good Society (TFGS) who have developed a Liver Love 32 Day Program. What makes this program extra, well, extra, is that participants not only learn about detoxification pathways, but also receive expert naturopathic support. Starting with your cells and your organs and moving through to your environment and emotions, esteemed naturopaths Brianna James and Suzzi Hartery (TFGS Founder) will disclose never-been-shared before information and we love a bit of inside goss – quite literally ‘inside’.
So what are the signs your liver is on struggle street? Feeling tired, sluggish, and more irritable for a start and so far, tick tick tick. Bloating and fluid retention is another red flag, as well as headaches, skin problems, waking hot in the night, PMS, high cholesterol, and a memory that isn’t quite what it used to be.
These are just some of the indicators that your detoxification systems might need some support and yep, the Liver Love Program is just what the doctor (or naturopath) ordered.
Geared towards adults – both women and men – the course is delivered online so you can take it at your own pace over the 32 days. It guides participants through three stages, the first of which is ‘Release + Encourage’. This focusses on releasing your body’s burden, recognising the symptoms your body is showing, and making sure you understand how to get your detoxification and elimination pathways working optimally.
The second stage, ‘Adjust’ looks at the steps required to ensure your body, mind and environment get the adjustment they need. And the third stage, ‘Sustain’ explains how you can continue to cultivate well-functioning detoxification systems, so that your body can effectively and efficiently detox every day.
So what exactly do you get when you sign up? 32 days of video education and guidance, two FAQ sessions with the naturopathic team, daily emails to keep you on track, downloadable resources, plus a personalised more-than-a-daily greens powder to kick-start your liver love habit journey. The team will also make suggestions around what to eat so that you can give your body what it needs to thrive.
Because The Feel Good Society know we’re all a bit skint this time of year, they want to make our bank balance feel good too. So, they’ve launched early bird offers and bring it on we say #BendAndSnap. The program, which will be open until 28th February, usually costs $229. However, if you join in January, you’ll pay just $99. Or, if you decide to take the leap in February, you’ll pay $149 which is still a significant saving and srsly, this only feeds our big love for these wellness warriors.
So, if you fancy an energy boost and would like to eliminate excess waste, boost your immune system, shed some silly season lard, and combat ageing, sorting out your liver is key. Find out how good your body is designed to feel, support your health naturally, and decrease your total body burden with The Feel Good Society’s Liver Love Program.
Where: Online! To sign up or for more information, go here.
When: Early bird offers valid in January and February 2023 only
Words by Bianca Trathen
Images by Brittany Kreskas
STORY SPONSORED BY THE FEEL GOOD SOCIETY
We Gold Coasters are connoisseurs of many things, beachside good vibes, five-star restaurants, fun for the whole family, the list goes on.
As of right now we’re also leading the way in revolutionary skin care thanks to a new studio that recently opened its doors in Broadbeach.
Light Years Skin Studio, found next door to Mamasan on Oracle Boulevard, is already receiving rave reviews thanks to their custom-made LED therapy cocoons, utilising the world’s leading technology and only taking 13 minutes per treatment.
The newbie is the brainchild of three talented Gold Coast gals who, after experiencing the aesthetic and therapeutic benefits of LED light themselves, wanted to create a special place for others right here in their hometown.
Light therapy saw co-founder, Megan Jurisich through recovery after a significant skin cancer removal, Katrina Sly discovered LED when requiring a little soul and skin rejuvenation therapy during her time in London and, with 30 years’ experience in the skin care industry, Studio Director Angie Tocco had been a long-term advocate and practitioner of LED.
The girls are on a mission to provide the most effective LED Light Therapy treatment available at an affordable price, so people can achieve the consistency of treatment needed. To make this happen they have created a pricing model practiced for years in the fitness industry so customers can utilise the studio as many times as they like from just $55 per week.
Turning another stigma on its head, LED light is not just for the women in fact, many of their first customers, are Gold Coast men who feel they are more experiencing early aging due to time in the surf or outdoors for their trade.
Unlike regular beauty salons, Light Years offers just five other beauty treatments on the menu. The purpose being to take the confusion and guess work from customers and just deliver the very best of treatments the team know work.
Their mantra is ‘real people and real results in real time’ and it looks like Light Years will be shedding the light on skin care for a long time to come.
If your skin could do with a little pep up after perhaps the most stress-filled year of your life, give the girls at Light Years Skins Studio a call.
LOCATION: The Oracle Blvd, Broadbeach
