The arrival of spring feels like a much needed relief after a heavy winter. And while so much remains tenuous around the globe, we can find comfort in the knowledge that even when everything seems bleak, the flowers will bloom again. As the poet Seamus Haney once said, "If we winter this one out, we can summer anywhere." We are so close!

The Shopping team is springing forward this week, and we're here to help you stock up on warm weather essentials like sandals and swimwear while also making it easy to stay on top of your spring cleaning necessities. Keep reading to take a look at some of our must-have picks for the upcoming season, a new series that puts the spotlight on small businesses and much more.

xo, Lourdes

Comfortable walking sandals, according to a podiatrist

A podiatrist explains how wearing the wrong sandals can cause serious problems, including Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, pain in the big toe and even stress fractures. Wearing the right sandal is key to preventing foot pain in the long run — click through to find out which styles are expert-approved.

The best swimsuits for big busts

Swimsuit shopping an be fraught, so we're making it a little easier with the best swimwear brands for people with a bra cup over D/DD. These bikinis and one pieces are supportive, but still cute — and specially made for folks with large chests.

Check out our favorite pet products of the week. They're guaranteed to make life easier:

• What You Need To Groom Your Cat At Home, According To Groomers

• The Best Dental Chews For Dogs, According To A Veterinarian

• 9 Gentle And Comfortable Dog Harnesses That Are As Cute As They Are Sturdy

• Litter Boxes You Won't Want To Hide When House Guests Come Over

Introducing: HuffPost Small Business Spotlight

Small Business Spotlight is a new series aimed at highlighting small businesses that are making a positive difference while forging new and significant futures in commerce. For Women’s History Month, HuffPost’s Small Business Spotlight is featuring Act+Acre, a woman-owned hair care line that puts scalp health first so that beautiful hair can follow. Helen Reavey and her brand were one of the first small companies to address scalp aging and its connection to hair health while remaining dedicated to the most sustainable practices available in her industry. Learn more about Reavey and the science behind her products, plus where you can try them out for yourself.

I regret to inform you that this Sunday Riley skin care duo could transform your complexion

Deepest apologies for once again recommending such a splurge-y skin care product, but it simply cannot be helped. Sometimes expensive skin care products really are more effective, and that's definitely the case with Sunday Rile's Good Genes treatment and Luna retinoid oil.

'Queer Eye's' Bobby Berk shares his spring cleaning must-haves

This "Queer Eye" cutie spilled the details on the four products help keep his home clean and organized — and they're all under $100.

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