Jessica Dunkley

I’ve struggled with painful, heavy periods my whole life and am currently in the process of being evaluated for endometriosis. Recently, I’ve turned to nutrition as a way to better understand and support my hormone health — learning how certain foods can truly make a difference in how I feel day to day. The recipes here are ones I’ve personally tried and absolutely love, along with some of the cookbooks and hormone health books that have become must-reads for the women in my life. This list is something I deeply care about and plan to keep growing over time. I’m making the list public to start sharing what’s been helpful for me, but I’ll be making regular updates — adding my favorite recipes and including the research behind each ingredient so you’ll understand why it matters for hormone health and overall wellbeing.

These are the beauty staples I never stray from. I’ve repurchased each one more times than I can count. They’ve earned my trust because they simply work.

You can always find me curled up with a cozy blanket and a book. I love any chance to escape into a new realm with magic, dragons, faeries and more, and if there's a love story, EVEN BETTER! These are some of my all time favs that I recommend to any avid reader that loves a good romantasy! I've also marked them with what I believe their spice rating to be (between 1 - 5 scale with 5 being the sizzlers).

Caring for plants has been a beautiful mix of trial, error, and everyday joy. I’m still learning as I go, but each new leaf and bloom feels like a small win worth celebrating. This list includes the tools and essentials that have helped me nurture my little indoor jungle — products that make plant care easier, more enjoyable, and a little more magical along the way.

These are my most trusted makeup product. I’ve gone through each of these several times over and keep going back for more!

I love gaming — whether it’s solo time to unwind or playing side by side with my husband. These are some of my favorite finds that make my PC setup comfy, functional, and fun!

I am a full-time remote worker, so it's important to me to have a space that feels like me. I want my office to be cozy and grounding so I can be in an environment that foster creativity and allows me to put my best foot forward in the work I do. These are products that I use regularly and love - some are more practical, while others help give my space the flare it needs!

If there's one thing about me, it's that I am ALWAYS wearing jewelry. I'm a huge fan of dainty pieces that I can stack and I change out my earrings, necklaces and rings on a daily basis. I try to source my jewelry from small businesses and frequent Etsy often, but sometimes I run into some beautiful pieces at larger stores that I just can't walk away from. This list has some of my go-to staples and a few others that I just simple love!

During COVID shutdown, I decided to learn how to do my own nails – partly out of boredom, partly because I missed that “fresh manicure” feeling. What started as a small self-care experiment turned into one of my favorite rituals. Now, doing my nails is my reset time. I’ve saved so much money since ditching salon visits, but more than that, I love having full control over how my nails are cared for. From prep to polish, it’s become a mindful moment that makes me feel put-together and confident. Here are my go-to products – the tools, polishes, and little luxuries that helped me turn a pandemic hobby into a full-on self-care ritual. 💅✨

These are the products I keep coming back to as a mom of two pups—things that have made a real difference for them and have earned their official “pup approved” stamp.

I struggle with hormonal acne and as a result my skin is very sensitive to the products I use. I know everyone's skin is different, so I'm not claiming these are the end all be all, but these are some of the items I regularly use that have helped my skin and do not agitate it.

Self-care is a work in progress, but these are the things that help me show up for myself a little more easily.

I’ve been going to concerts for years, and over time I’ve learned what it takes to stay comfortable, hydrated, and fully in the moment from the opener to the encore.

I grew up going to Renaissance Faires as part of our annual family tradition, and they’ve held a special place in my heart ever since. Over the years, I’ve collected pieces here and there — corsets, skirts, jewelry, and accessories — slowly building my perfect Renn Fest wardrobe. I’m sharing some of my favorite pieces here!

I have been happily married to my partner for three years now. We had so much fun planning our wedding and I wanted to share some of the pieces that made it feel extra special. Maybe this will help give inspiration for future newly weds!

This list includes some of my favorite tools and essentials for anyone getting into sourdough baking — the items that have made my process simpler, more consistent, and even more rewarding.I inherited my sourdough starter from my parents — it’s been alive for over five years now — and for the past two years, I’ve been lovingly keeping it going while learning the rhythm of sourdough baking. It’s truly a labor of love. There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh bread baking or the pride that comes from slicing into a loaf your own hands created.