Carhartt Scrubs Review -- Guest Blog

When you own many different brands and styles of scrubs, you always have that “go-to” pair that you love. Well, let me just say, I have found my new go-to pair of scrubs with Carhartt!  The 3 items I got are the V-Neck Media Scrub Top, the Utility Boot Cut Scrub Pantsand the Knit Mix Zip Front Jacket. 

First, let me tell you about the fabric, it is similar to other brands I have worn before, like Jockey; but there is lightness to this fabric that I love.  I don’t feel weighted down or restricted like some scrubs make you feel.  The fabric is a stretch dobby 94% Polyester and 6% Spandex and has FastDry^®, Stain Breaker^® and RuggedFlex^® technology.  The fabric stretches, moves with you and hold its shape all day and if you’re constantly running around like I am, then you will appreciate the movement of these scrubs. 

Secondly, I can’t get over the way these scrubs wash and dry.  I have been wearing these for a few months and they look just as good as they did the first day I got them.  I also want to note that I have 2 cats and a dog and I have no problems with pet hair sticking to my scrubs.

Lastly, I love the pop of color that each piece has. When having to wear the same color everyday, it’s nice to find brands that stay within the uniform policy, but allow me to have a little fun and personality with color accents!

Now onto the Scrub Top..
This V-Neck style scrub top is very flattering, but also provides a professional appearance. The length of a scrub top is important to me as I prefer a longer top and this one was perfect. 

There are plenty of pockets to put all of my pens and tools. Four lower pockets as well as a pen pocket, a hidden cell phone pocket and a double pocket on the left sleeve and I love that this top has a place for my headphones! I always seem to have music playing so this feature is a plus for me! The buttonhole could also function as a place to hang your badge holder if you wanted, or you could hang that from the d-ring on the right lower pocket.



Bottoms Up
I am 5’9” and depending on the brand, I am on the borderline of needing tall scrub pants, but these Carhartt scrub pants were the perfect fit with the regular length.  Just like the top, there is plenty of storage with 2 front, 2 back, an EMT inspired cargo pocket with lots of little extras and a double pocket on the right side! The d-ring on the right pocket is the perfect place for you to hang your keys or badge. 

The waistband is elastic in the back and drawstring in the front, I like the combination of the drawstring and elastic waist so I can adjust the tightness to my comfort. All elastic, to me, is too restricting and all-drawstring makes me worried I might lose my britches.

I can’t tell you how much I love this fabric; it is so light, yet durable; so fun, yet professional.

The Jacket…
It has all of the same great fabric features as the scrub top and scrub pants but also has knit panels and a thumb opening on each sleeve. This warm-up jacket is light just like the scrub top and pants, but also does its job to warm you up when you need it! No more heavy jackets or sweaters that make you sweat as soon as you start walking in them. I wear this even when I’m not working ;)

The Price is Right…
Alright guys, now onto the nitty gritty. The price.

Let me just say, trying to keep a certain budget in mind when purchasing scrubs is a good idea when you’re a new nurse or in nursing school; but lets be honest, sometimes you get what you pay for. That is why I do not mind investing a little bit more on my scrubs because I know that I need to be comfortable, I need them to be durable, and last more than 10 or 15 washes, and I need them to be fashionable, of course!  

V-Neck Media Scrub Top - $24.98
Utility Boot Cut Scrub Pants - $26.98
Knit Mix Zip Front Jacket - $33.98 

I know what you’re thinking—I don’t want to spend that kind of money on scrubs!  But think about it, what clothes do you spend most of your time in? Scrubs. Why not get the best and avoid having to replace the same pair of pants 2 or 3 times because of fading, pilling or tearing? When you replace that $14.99 scrub top and $16.99 pair of scrub pants 3 times at Walmart, guess what? You could have saved yourself about $45 by buying a Carhartt scrub top and scrub pant instead!

Closing Thoughts..
Carhartt Scrubs are now at the top of my list for performance scrubs, ready to wear scrubs and easy care scrubs. I am the kind of girls that needs to get ready in a hurry in the morning and ironing has no place in my routine. The fabric is perfect for me and the fit was spot on. I will be purchasing more Carhartt scrubs from Scrubin Uniforms very soon!

Carhartt seems to go on sale a couple of times a year, so if you can’t quite afford the regular price, be on the look out for the sales and stock up!

Like Nike says, “Just do it!!!” and use code BLOG50 for free shipping when you spend $50. 
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Men's Health Month offers a great reminder to schedule that annual physical

And now, something for the gents. June brings us the 23^rd Annual Men’s Health Month, which includes Men’s Health Week from June 9-15.

This is the time for men everywhere to take stock of their well-being. Need a physical? Schedule it now, and don’t forget to ask the doctor if you’re due any preventative screenings. While you’re at it, reappraise the exercise regimen, or lack thereof, and reappraise your diet.

As always, Men’s Health Month carries an emphasis on preventative care and early detection.  To heighten awareness there’s plenty to read online, but there also will be thousands of events to raise awareness for the various issues concerning men’s health.

For one, there is Meatless Monday, a day to raise awareness of better dietary choices for men. Too much cholesterol and sodium is a big cause for the high rates of heart disease for American men. June brings Father’s Day, a fine reminder that the dads in this country can make a real difference in the lives of their families by honoring their own health and switching to a more heart-healthy diet.

Then there are free prostate screenings being organized all over the country. Yes, it’s nobody’s favorite process to undergo. But did you know that prostate cancer is easily treatable if detected early enough? With current testing and treatment methods, there is no reason this disease should take another life. No man middle-age or above should go without an annual test.

There will also be stations for blood-pressure tests, screenings for other cancers, blood sugar tests. Gyms will be promoting discount memberships so that men can get on a quality regimen of regular exercise.

Don’t see an event that emphasizes enough a particular topic in men’s health? Start up your own … and on June 17, be sure to wear blue. Why? Blue is the color of Men’s Health Month, and you can show your support just by donning a blue ribbon or picking out some of the blues from your wardrobe and sporting those on June 17.

And lest we forget, Men’s Health Month and Week isn’t just for grownups, but male children and adolescents as well. Proper rest, proper diet and developing a regimen of regular health checkups is invaluable to get the jump on a long and healthy life. Good lifestyle choices are good life choices, period. To help boys develop the habits that will help them become healthy men, throughout the month there will also be campaigns to prevent tobacco use among children and adolescents, the first and best decision a burgeoning adult can make for their long-term health.

So check out the events online. Get tested, get screened. Schedule that physical. And if those don’t apply to you personally, then bring it up with the men in your life: husband, father, sons, brothers, any man you care about and who you’d like to have around for a long-time to come. Scrubin is excited to help make the 23^rd Annual Men’s Health Month the best one yet