If you are considering having tubal ligation surgery, you need to learn more about Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (ptls). While we don't really know what percentage of women suffer from this problem, figures available online vary from 2% all the way up to 35%. That's because the medical community as a whole doesn't think ptls is a real side effect of tubal ligation and studies on the problem are very limited. But then, just a few years back, they...more
Have you ever gazed at a painting by Monet and felt as if you had been instantly transported to a lovely garden in Giverny, France? Have you ever walked into a flower shop and felt wonderfully overcome by the blended fragrances of sterling roses, stargazer lilies, and English lavender? Or have you perhaps recently redecorated your master bedroom in your favorite colors and have now created your perfect sanctuary? As women, we tend to be the...more
Overcoming the 12 hidden crises of working womenAre you a professional woman longing for a radical change?You are not alone.According to my researcha yearlong national study in partnership with the Esteemed Woman Foundationseven out of 10 women today, particularly those in their middle years, say they are facing a major turning point in their professional lives. After devoting years to building successful careers, they feel that their professional lives and identities no longer work. As a result, most are facing at least one of 12 hidden work-life crises, including chronic health problems, financial bondage, and painful losses of the "real me."There is good news, however. A professional crisisor "breakdown"is sounding an important wake-up call that, when answered, can lead to real and lasting change in how you work and live. In other words, breaking down opens the door to breaking through.Breaking downidentifying the crisesA true professional crisis is more than a "tough time." For most women, it feels like a no-turningback situationa point in time that demands reckoning and reevaluation. So how do you know when you've reached that point? If you frequently find yourself...more
Every woman wants to feel and look great. Some women want to look good for their husbands or boyfriends, some for strangers they don't even know and some want it for themselves. The reasons might be different but they can't achieve it without some right body shape fashion tips.I think I can speak for most women and say that one of the most...more
An ectopic pregnancy is one of the saddest things that can happen during pregnancy. It is a pregnancy that is implanted outside the uterus. Typically, pregnancies develop in the pelvic or abdominal region. The most common type of ectopic pregnancy is tubal pregnancy, which means that the pregnancy is in the fallopian tubes.What happens in an...more
When a woman becomes pregnant, it is always imperative that she will take care of her health in a more careful manner than ever. Because pregnancy involves the phase wherein a baby is prepared for its entry into the world in her mother's womb, it is important for the baby to obtain the proper amount and kind of nutrients that will ensure a healthy and safe delivery.Eating Right during PregnancyThere are various factors that a woman can do to ensure that her health and that of the baby is in good state. For some women, a little exercise will help while others have their own routine that are also beneficial for the baby and for the mother, along with providing a hope for a safe delivery. However, one thing that a pregnant woman should not ignore is to make the healthy choices of foods during pregnancy. During pregnancy, the baby is totally dependent on its mother for nutrients. This is why a pregnant woman must bear in mind that what she eats is not only for her own health but for the baby as well. Here, a lot of misinterpretations exist. Some pregnant women insist that just because there are now two of them to feed, it means she has to double her regular food intake. This is...more
One of the risks that people take during sexual intercourse is the possibility of contracting a sexually transmitted disease or STD. The consequences of acquiring one are even greater during pregnancy because the condition can severely affect the...more
For a majority of pregnant women, the toughest part about the first phase of pregnancy is bouts with morning sickness. Morning sickness refers to those symptoms that pregnant women experience such as vomiting and nausea. The symptoms affect...more
For most pregnant women, the termination of pregnancy is the most difficult part of the process. This is because labor involves a lot of pain. Because of this, most women resort to a C-section delivery, which is far less painful. However, there are...more
Because pregnancy is a very delicate stage in both the woman and her baby's life, a lot of effort is in place to make sure that a woman will have a safe pregnancy and delivery. The goal of this is to make sure that both mother and child will pass...more
Pregnancy and delivery can have a lot of effects on a woman's health. In most cases, a woman is caught unprepared for life after pregnancy. As a result, adjusting to the new life becomes a major challenge, which is likely to alter family relations....more
C-section or cesarean section is defined as a surgical procedure of giving birth. This is opposed to normal delivery or vaginal delivery. In a cesarean section, an incision is made through the mother's abdomen and uterus to deliver the baby. Why a...more