How many times can I say it? I have a love/hate relationship with this city. But if you do the checklist of pros vs. cons (like Miranda did with Steve in Sex and the City), the pros always outweigh the cons every time.
In fact, one of my favorite things as a NYC mom is the ability to have pretty much anything come to you. From groceries to cleaning ladies and laundry pick up to yes, spa services. Moms don’t have time to lug home boxes of diapers, or haul bags of heavy laundry, or hey, sometimes even get a manicure or facial. And in the city of dreams, you can just pick up your smart phone and have all these magical people just show up at your doorstep instead. That’s bliss.
Spa Bear
In my old(er) age and a birthday around the corner *GAH* I’ve obviously been trying to take care of myself more. With high levels of stress and work as a single mom, it’s hard to find the time to always eat well, exercise and well, pamper. So let me introduce Spa Bear. When I first met the founder, I immediately knew we would be good friends. I love the concept, and the affordable services that I can have come right to my home so I can have some TLC while Max is right there.
Perks of Spa Bear:
– Nails, Waxing and Facials IN YOUR HOME ranging from $35-$125. That means yes they’re competitive with the salon down the street, and you don’t even have to leave your home!
– pre-appointment analysis to make sure you receive the proper treatments for your skin types
– 40% off your first booking when you sign up
– PAWS (points for services that tally up to earn you discounted services!)
How it Works:
Book an appointment via their mobile-friendly website from your phone or computer. Have a 4×4 area in your home ready for them to work. They might require an electrical outlet. That’s it. While baby sleeps, or toddler watches a movie, I’ve been able to get my nails done, get a massage and a facial all while Maximo took his afternoon naps. Seriously – as a mom, worth. every. penny.
Note: Spa Bear is currently only available for Manhattan residents at this time. However, you can still help spread the word and/or fund their Crowdsourcing to expand and still receive some great goodies like a nail honey-kit in the mail! Or if you live in NYC, you can fund $50 and receive the $130-value premium mani and pedi PLUS a hot-stone massage!
{Giveaway}
Listen, mom or not, we all deserve a little pampering. And in our hectic lives and schedules, what is a better way than getting it to come to you? Thanks to Spa Bear, I’m giving away 15 – yes FIFTEEN $50 credits to try it out. That’s enough to try any one of their three services (nails, waxing or facial).
How fun! I love the idea they come to your house around your schedule!
I love this! Would love to have this service available in my neighborhood.
This is so awesome that they come to the house!