One thing that drives me nuts about wedding literature is the focus on all of the crazy things people expect you to do to your body for beauty. It’s all, don’t eat anything, ever! Put this crazy acid treatment on your face! Pay $500 to make your teeth two shades whiter! And I understand that every bride wants to look her best…but hello, Photoshop! Just kidding.

Sort of.

Anyway, ladies, don’t buy this crap. Not to sound cliché, but you’re beautiful just the way you are (seriously, I’ve met you, and you’re all beyond cute!). Your fiancé loves the way you look RIGHT NOW. Don’t drive yourself crazy over this stuff.

With that in mind, I’d like to direct you to a piece I wrote a couple of months ago about pre-wedding health. (Did you know? I’m a professional blogger, too. Yes, actually professional, as in I get paid for this stuff. I know, you hate me.) I was so excited to get this assignment because there’s a real need for a down-to-earth guide, which I hope I’ve delivered. Basically, it’s written for real women, not some mythical turbo bride that doesn’t exist outside of magazines. Anyway, without further adieu, here it is:

Pre-Wedding Health Guide: 25 Things Every Bride Should Do To Stay Healthy Before the Big Day

Enjoy, and let me know what you think!