Today, our dietitian Sarah Becker MS RD is taking us to school on all things folic acid and folate. Let’s start with the TL;DR (too long, didn’t read it): Regardless of your genetics, the type of folate you take is important. Make sure your prenatal has methylated B vitamins in it.  Turn over your prenatal or multivitamin bottle and take a peek at the label. Does it have folic acid or folate? Folate, also known as B9, is one of eight water-soluble B-vitamins. Our body cannot store B-vitamins, rather we use what we can and pee out the rest. Ever have bright yellow or neon urine? That ..read more

Dear Jules, This is my first Valentines day without a significant other in a long time. How can I make the day less of a reminder of what I don’t have? It’s so hard to see all the love all over social media… Thank you   Hi Sweet reader! First, I’m sending you lots of love and grace on this day. Take your power back and take a phone break! Cutting back on/staying off of socials on V day could be really helpful. Why subject yourself to content that isn’t going to lift you up? Maybe we can also try to shift our focus a bit. + What DO you have? + What’s going well? + What are you grateful for ..read more

     “to hug a person who saved your friend’s life. i still cant quite put into words what that meant.” -Sarah Swanberg, Indigo Co-Founder Melissa and the first responders who saved her life on 1/9/23. by Sarah Swanberg, Indigo Co-Founder One year ago, my dear (and incredibly lucky) friend Melissa Fay was running on a treadmill at the New Canaan YMCA when she had a sudden cardiac arrest. This story could’ve ended terribly, but many stars aligned that night and Melissa is still with us. Typically an outdoor runner, Melissa ditched her usual trail run that night due to the col ..read more

Dry January is the perfect opportunity to reset after the holidays. While we hate to be the fun police, research shows again and again that the best amount of alcohol to drink is none. The great news is, as we look at improving our own health habits, there is a significant cultural shift toward alcohol-free and sober-curious lifestyles. Whether you're committed to Dry January, prefer alcohol-free alternatives, or are exploring a sober-curious phase, we've got you covered. Our team has curated a list of our top alcohol-free picks to keep your spirits high and your head clear.   seedlip If ..read more

Happy Birthday! We’re wishing you a beautiful and healthy new spin around the sun. Birthdays are an ideal opportunity to set new intentions and dream big. We really believe in the power of manifestation and reflection. Here are 6 journaling prompts our team uses with clients to think about the year ahead. What are you calling in for your year ahead? Be specific! What’s one action you can take in the next week towards that? What do you want to leave behind in last year? (patterns, behaviors, people, places, things) What’s a wellness goal that is not weight related that you’re going to a ..read more

welcome to indigo 2.0! this journal entry is a guest entry from the creative behind our rebrand, samantha wills. Samantha is a multi-disciplinary creative powerhouse – an author, designer, founder, and what we affectionately term a 'brand scientist.' Known for founding one of Australia's most renowned accessories brands, she has also penned the best-selling memoir 'of gold & dust,' chronicling the intricacies and challenges of building a creative business and the journey of a female founder. Beyond her design work, Samantha is a dedicated creative educator, having developed a comprehensive ..read more

Our shelves are stocked with wellness gifts! We've handpicked the best in self-care, non-toxic scents and skincare, supplements, and little delights for you and your loved ones. You can buy items individually, but we've also put together gift bundles for your friends, family and partners including: The Self-Care Bundle The Co-Worker Bundle The Bestie Bundle The Hostess Bundle ...and lots more. Your Secret Santa/White Elephants just got an Indigo upgrade. If you're CT local, select the option to pick up at checkout at our Stamford or Westport offices and save on shipping. A ..read more

Want to be everyone's favorite gift-giver this year?  Here are Indigo's top 5 services to grab a gift certificate for: Energy Healing: a session with Aly will replenish you on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Every appointment is different, but you will leave feeling nourished and connected to yourself. Virtual sessions are also available. Therapeutic Massage: for anyone with aches and pains, or who really needs some forced relaxation, a therapeutic massage with Kiah is the move.  Indiglow Sculpting Facial: for anyone complaining about winter s ..read more

We love a massage for physical aches and pains, we all know how good it feels to work on muscles and knots. But in this time of stress and carrying a lot on your shoulders, massage and bodywork can help with emotional pain as well. Here are a few reasons why you should put a massage on your to do list: Emotional and stress support: Massage stimulates production of endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine. All of these feel food neurotransmitters are known to elevate mood and promote relaxation. Tension headache and migraine relief: Lymphatic Massage has been f ..read more

This Sunday, we gain an hour of sleep as the clock "falls back" an hour. Woohoo, unless you have young kids, in which case, sorry! This time change means the sun will rise a little earlier, and it also means we are heading into deep winter. And less sunshine and colder weather can do a number on the ol' mental health. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) seems to be triggered by a lack of sunlight. Here are 5 things we recommend doing in the coming weeks:  1. Get your "10 before 10". Getting 10 minutes of sunshine before 10am is so helpful for your circadian rhythm. Getting sunlight, ideal ..read more