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Articles in Home | Health & Fitness | Womens Issues Sort By: Title|Newest|Oldest When Is My Menopause Started?  By : Riana Lance - There are some women who wondered and worried about what will happen when they reach menopause. Menopause is not a scary moment. So, don’t be scared. In fact, menopause can be a positive experience. It is a chance for all women to focus more on themselves and make changes that will improve their health. There's no way of predicting exactly when your menopause will occur. In other words, each of us has an internal biological timer that is programmed before birth to set o... Five Tips For Unplanned Pregnancies  By : Sandra Montano Pregnancy is often a pleasant surprise. Of course, there are times that pregnancy can come as a shock. Although most unplanned pregnancies are still pleasant surprises, it doesn't make the situation much easier. There are steps you can take to make an unplanned pregnancy a pleasant experience. First, speak with a friend or family member you can trust. You'll need someone who will be supportive and not condescending. It's already an emotional time for you. The last thing yo... Natural Remedies For Perimenopause And Menopause Symptoms.  By : Lynn Donn More and more women are seeking natural alternative treatments for symptoms of menopause, for a variety of reasons. Perhaps the most compelling reason for many is the association between conventional hormone replacement therapy and a number of serious health risks, including an increased risk of breast cancer and blood clots, although the link has by no means been proven, and the issue is currently the subject of serious debate among women’s health experts. Many women have ex... What Are The Causes Of Yeast Infection In Women?  By : Kathryn Whittaker Some yeast can be found harmlessly inside our bodies but when they grow and multiply, they become a yeast infection. It is necessary to know the causes of yeast infection and how it affects you so that predominately preventive measures can be taken. There are mainly three things that can make you susceptible to yeast infections. First, during pregnancy, your increased estrogen level causes your vagina to produce more glycogen, making it easy for yeast to grow there. Yeast... Understanding Menopause  By : Michael Jason Menopause refers to a stage in woman’s life characterized by a permanent cessation of her menstrual activities. It implies that a woman stops having her monthly menstrual periods for the rest of her life, after she achieves the menopause. A normal healthy woman reaches the menopause between the ages of 40-50. Menopause marks the end of a woman’s fertility and reproductive years. During the menopause, production of the estrogen hormone reduces drastically in a woman and her ov... When Not To Color  By : Jenny Andrews B We all know the girl. Every time you see her, she has a different color hair. One week it might be streaked with blond highlights, the next it is vibrant red. And so it goes until the day you see her with an extremely short cut or worse yet, a ball cap. When you ask what happened, she blames it on a color disaster. She got a hold of a box of color that had something wrong with it or some similar excuse. But you’ve seen it coming. I mean, how many times can you actually color ... Spotlight Your Beauty Spots – Tips & Tricks  By : Bridget P. Allen When it comes to favorite beauty spots, fashionistas everywhere have a definite preference. Whether it is your hair stylist, colorist, manicurist, or your favorite spa, these carefully guarded secrets should be shared with your best pals. Usually, the best way to find a fantastic beauty spot is to ask around. Word of mouth spreads reviews like wild fire, so do not be shy! Ask your friends, family members, neighbors, or coworkers to find that spot that can help you become your... What Too Much Color Can Do To Your Hair  By : Jenny Andrews B Sure, we all want to change our look every once in a while and sometimes that involves changing our hair color also. But there are a few adventurous souls that have taken changing their hair color to a whole new level with frequent colorings leaving their hair lifeless and damaged beyond repair. While there are many professional hair coloring systems out there that only cause minimal damage to hair, many people still insist on buying hair color from department stores so th... When To Take A Pregnancy Test  By : Olinda Rola Knowing when to take a pregnancy test will help you know whether or not you're pregnant. If you're wanting to know when to take a pregnancy test, the timing depends on the type of test. There are two basic types of pregnancy tests - the urine test and the blood test. Both tests look for the hormone that is only present if a woman is pregnant. This hormone is called 'human chorionic gonadotropin', also referred to as 'hCG'. Blood tests can detect hCG about 6 to 8 days after... Female Hair Loss Treatment And Information  By : Paton Jackson Did you know that female hair loss is part of the lives of more than 25 million women in the United States alone? Most of them are not using any female hair loss treatment and only few are aware of the existing hair loss treatments. In almost all the cases Female hair loss could be avoided, stopped and new hair growth could be stimulated. Female pattern hair loss is similar to what is known as the "male pattern hair loss" for men. It is caused by an increasing amount of a... Hair Straightener – Is The High Temperature Safe For Your Hair?  By : Paton Jackson Hair straighteners are more popular than ever. I use a Sedu hair straightener, most of my friends do and if you still don’t use a hair straightener I certainly recommend using one. But does this high temperature straightening technique safe for our hair? Well, not necessarily. Actually, could be destructive and totally ruin our hair. Read on to find the best tips for using a hair straightener and maintaining a healthy hair: 1. Check the heat distribution of the hair stra... Affect Of Alcohol On Women  By : David McCarthy Women and Alcohol It is often quoted that females have a lower tolerance to alcohol than males and this is an indisputable fact but few people ever go on to tell exactly what the affect is and why. Hopefully this article will help shed light on exactly what happens when you drink alcohol and why you often do things that you regret later. Also give some insight into what alcohol actually does to the brain. This is not an anti alcohol article, it is presented in the hope tha... Days To Get Pregnant - When Is The Best Time To Get Pregnant?  By : Olinda Rola Are there better days to get pregnant? When is the best time to get pregnant during the reproductive cycle? The best days to get pregnant will generally be the time when ovulation occurs. To better understand when is the best time to get pregnant, here are tips that are related to getting pregnant: 1. Know your most fertile time - generally, ovulation occurs about 14 days before your next menstrual period begins. That means if your menstrual cycle is a 28-day one, that... Odds Of Getting Pregnant And Age  By : Olinda Rola The odds of getting pregnant decline with age. The odds of getting pregnant are the greatest for a woman in her early twenties and then slowly decline with the passing years. Here are some numbers related to the chances of getting pregnant and age: 1. For ages early to mid-thirties - a woman in general will be about 15-20% less fertile. 2. For ages mid to late thirties - fertility will generally decline by up to 50%. 3. For women ages early to mid-forties - fertility... Making Scents Of Perfume Choices  By : Bill Duff In the cut-throat world of perfume design and manufacturing, perfume is a complex chemical mixture of essential oils, aroma compounds, fixatives, solvents, beautiful bottles and celebrity-endorsed marketing. For those who wear perfume however, the final product is much more than the sum of its parts: for many, perfume is a much-loved element of personal preparation, as essential as dressing or brushing one’s teeth. A quick tour of the cosmetics and personal care section of... Basics Of Breast Augmentation  By : Stephen Kreutzer Breast augmentation is one of the most sought after plastic surgery procedures. Women of all ages, sizes and walks of life get breast augmentation. For some women the choice is a matter of looking better, for others it may be a way to aid recovery after breast cancer. Whatever the reason it is still surgery. Surgery should always be taken seriously and before undergoing this surgical procedure a women should know as much as they can about it. Breast augmentation is surgery... Weight Loss After Pregnancy - What They Didn´t Tell You!  By : Rene Graeber Sarah is a pregnant mother of three who continues to breast-feed her 18-month-old. After each of her pregnancies, she has had difficulty losing weight. With all of her responsibilities, weight loss isn’t a priority. Still, she wishes that, once this pregnancy is over, she will be able to return to her pre-marriage weight. The average woman gains more than 25 pounds during her pregnancy. The procedure of childbirth may result in a weight loss of up to 14 pounds, wh... Ovarian Cysts  By : Pieternel Van Giersbergen What are ovarian cysts? A cyst is a little balloon filled with air or fluid on one of the ovaries, which then exerts pressure on the right or left side of the lower abdomen. These cysts can be painful. Besides the pain in the lower abdomen, some other symptoms are: erratic, painful periods, often with much uterine bleeding as a result of elevated estrogen levels, painful intercourse, heel pain, and excessive hair growth. When the ovarian cyst bursts the pain is relieved, t... Take An Online Pregnancy Test For Free  By : Olinda Rola To take an online pregnancy test, you'll need to answer some questions. These questions are related to signs that indicate pregnancy. To take an online pregnancy test, answer the questions below. Please note - it will take about a week for the fertilized egg to implant in the uterus after conception. Once implantation happens, you can begin to experience one or more of the signs that indicate you are pregnant. Are you experiencing any of these signs: 1. Light Spotting? Spo... Good Exercises To Do When Pregnant  By : Adwina Jackson Most women can and should exercise when pregnant. Unless your pregnancy is high risk or your doctor has ordered you to stay in bed, there is no reason in fact you can’t exercise while pregnant. Studies show that there are numerous benefits to exercising while pregnant. You can improve your energy levels, get your blood pumping to your legs and improve your circulation, and improve your chances for a speedy recovery. Another reason to exercise? Moms who worked out whil... Finesse Female Facial Hair Removal  By : Bodworx International First and foremost, a female should determine the underlying cause of her facial hair before deciding on a removal method. How Changing Your Diet Can Influence The Sex Of Your Baby  By : Adwina Jackson Boy or girl, boy or girl…. Which is it? Many parents enjoy the ups and downs of trying to guess the gender game when it comes to a baby. For others selecting the sex of their baby is serious business. Believe it or not, there are scientifically grounded strategies for influencing the sex of your baby one way vs. another. No, this isn’t magic it’s just body chemistry. Your diet can actually influence the pH of your body, making your vaginal secretions either alkaline o... Conceiving A Baby And Conception Positions  By : Olinda Rola Conceiving a baby successfully means understanding the best conception positions, your monthly reproductive cycle and your overall health. Conceiving a baby and pregnancy are wonderful events that are complex but very satisfying and exciting. Here are tips on the best conception positions and getting pregnant: 1. Know your fertile time - in general, ovulation occurs about 14 days before your next period begins. For women with cycles of 28 days, that could make day #14 your... Maternity Clothes: Dressing For Your Pregnancy  By : Michael Jason Are you a mom-to-be? You must be relishing the life of a baby inside you. You must be the happiest woman on the earth right now! But now, is the issue of maternity clothing nagging you constantly? Are you wondering what clothes can I wear, and what types of maternity clothes are available in the market for me? Relax! There are dozens of maternity clothes that would keep you comfortable and stylish during your entire pregnancy period. Not satisfied yet, and want to know ... Creative Breast Enhancement Techniques  By : Naldo Camarones Are you tired of saggy breasts and want to enhance the shape of your breast without surgery. Perhaps, it’s time you wanted your breasts to stand at attention and get some wow! It’s simple you can get the breasts you always dreamed of with the look of air brush perfection without the dread of surgery. A little breast can go along way all you need is the right attitude, and the right clothes to create a perkier breast. Clothes should never be to risque but should help to enh... Vitamins For Female Hair Loss Prevention  By : Kathlene Capelle In today's image conscious society, physical appearance is more important than ever to a woman's self-esteem. Imagine the heartache caused when a woman notices her hair thinning? It is estimated that over 25 million women experience thinning hair in the United States. Many are genetically predisposed to the condition. Most wonder if there are any natural remedies to help or prevent their female hair loss. Several vitamins have been found to be very effective in supporting... Fitness While Pregnant - Is It Safe?  By : Tina Titas For many years it was believed that once a woman became pregnant she should just lounge on the couch and rest for hours on end, each and every day. After numerous clinical studies it was found that most women should do quite the opposite. In most cases, women should continue with their daily routines, and if they are not doing so already, they should begin a regular daily fitness regimen. It has been found that exercising during pregnancy has numerous beneficial effec... Pregnancy Fitness After The Baby Is Born  By : Tina Titas What happened to that pre-pregnancy body you once had? After nine months of your body going through numerous changes, many of which you do not like or enjoy, your newborn is here and its time to lose the excess weight you have most likely gained. You can speed the process of regaining your pre-pregnancy shape by exercising regularly. While it may not help eliminate any stretch marks you may have, exercise will help you regain the body you had prior to becoming pregnant. S... Fitness While Pregnant - Information You Should Know  By : Tina Titas Pregnant women can and should exercise in moderation unless there are health factors or risks that prevent them from participating in a fitness program. This should consist of intervals of no more than thirty minutes at a time, several days each week if not every day of the week. Exercising has been proven to help pregnant women feel and look better, and also will help in minimizing the amount of weight gained during pregnancy. Keep fit during pregnancy can help prevent o... Abdominal Hysterectomy Recovery Time After Hysterectomy  By : Olinda Rola Having an abdominal hysterectomy and the recovery time after hysterectomy are significant events in any woman's life. Since an abdominal hysterectomy is an in-patient surgical procedure, you should plan on being away from home and work during the surgery and perhaps during the beginning recovery time after hysterectomy. The length of the hospital stay depends on what type of hysterectomy you have, how your surgery goes and what your doctor recommends. While the hysterecto... Best Tips On Getting Pregnant  By : Olinda Rola The best tips on getting pregnant include understanding your reproductive cycle, understanding conception positions and paying attention to your overall health. Getting pregnant and pregnancy is a wonderful event that is complex, satisfying and exciting. Here are seven best tips on getting pregnant: 1. Know your most fertile time - generally, ovulation occurs about 14 days before your next period begins. So if your cycle is a 28-day one, that could make day #14 your most ... Hysterectomy: Recovery After A Hysterectomy  By : Olinda Rola Hysterectomy recovery after a hysterectomy is a crucial time in a woman's life. Recovery after a hysterectomy means a woman needs some time to adjust, to heal and to complete her hysterectomy recovery process. Here are some tips for speeding up the recovery time: 1. Your first two weeks at home will likely be the most difficult, depending on what type of hysterectomy procedure you have had. Use this time to sleep, relax, read, and listen to your favorite music until your ... Your First Time Brazilian Bikini Wax  By : Paton Jackson First, you must be sure that you want to get a brzailian bikini wax. Consider trying first the standard bikini wax which will remove the hair from your bikini line or the full bikini which will remove most of your pubic hair apart from the most sensitive areas. A brazilian bikini wax removes ALL your pubic hair. We advice you to get your first brazilian bikini wax by a professional. Many women who try to give themselves a brazilian bikini wax, cause damage and their bikin... How To Give Yourself A Brazilian Bikini Wax?  By : Paton Jackson Before you give yourself a brazilian bikini wax, be warned that most women don't find it comfortable. Pulling out your pubic hair and ripping them out from the roots is not the best feeling – After all, you are dealing with your most sensitive and intimate regions. Make sure that you want to have a brazilian bikini wax – You may get a standard bikini wax or a full bikini which can cause you less damage. The first step would be to make a long warm shower washing and clea... Where Can I Get A Brazilian Wax?  By : Paton Jackson A brazilian bikini wax should be done by and only by professionals. We do not advise to consider giving your self a brazilian bikini wax. Those professional waxers are easy to find. There are people who will come to your house to do the waxing process, but most of the women go to cosmetic salons to get their brazilian bikini wax. Finding these salons could be done by searching via the web through the yellow pages or through any search engine. Just type “brazilian wax” +”n... Top 2 Ways To Look For Breast Augmentation Info Online  By : Amy Metz Be honest- are you one of those people who wants all the work done for them? I am too. Given the shear volume of content that is produced every single day, looking for news and information is getting more difficult. Well, don't worry. Because, we've done a lot of the basic research on breast augmentation for you. And the best part is, we've boiled it down to the 2 best ways to go about looking for the information that you need. Also, we are not medical professionals of any so... Why Child Bearing Is Healthy  By : Dr. Randy Wysong Although bearing children may be a choice of convenience, it is also a choice that has health consequences. Not having children puts women at disease risk, while unbridled reproduction restricts life choices and puts population pressure on society and the environment. Nature holds the answers. Things You Should Know About A Molar Pregnancy  By : Sarah Mitchell Pregnancy is an exciting time for any woman, but with the many pregnancy complications out there, it can also be scary for first time mothers. It has been reported that one in every thousand pregnancies in the U.S. is a molar pregnancy, which makes it one of the most common pregnancy complications for women today. What is a molar pregnancy? This occurs when a sperm fertilizes an empty egg. Even though it’s empty, it continues to develop and a placenta is formed despite th... A Quick Guide On How To Get Pregnant  By : Sarah Mitchell Congratulations! So you’ve decided to take the big step into becoming a parent. While it is one of the most important things a person can do in their life, it is also the most challenging and the first challenge is conceiving. Many people assume that once they stop taking contraception they will immediately conceive. Our bodies are slightly more complicated than that and this guide on how to get pregnant will give you tips on the best methods and the timing to get pregnant. ... Breast Augmentation: Considerations  By : Sandy Baker Many women would like to take advantage of breast augmentation in one way or another. Many do not like the shape or size of their breast. Others are looking to have them match better. Augmentation can work to help you in any of these situations. You will find that you can make some serious improvements in your body’s look with these changes. But, what does it all mean to you? Should you be worried that something can go wrong, and how do you find someone to do the work? Con... Short Trendy Hairstyles  By : Marcus Grant Short is hot. Yes! The short hairstyles are yet again invading the hairstyles of the season. The simple reason is that a short trendy hairstyle is easily manageable, looks sexy and is in. Do not be afraid to cut short your long tresses. You have so many short hairstyles to adorn your self that you will find them really appealing and compelling as compared to your same old fashioned straight long hair. You are the one to decide how much is short for you. You can cut your h... Pursefection  By : Ernie Sanders Many women are looking for that special accessory which will give the ultimate perfection to the wardrobe at hand. It is the “Ne Plus Ultra” otherwise known as Pursefection. Most women strive to create that flawlessness look that others will idolize and seek to copy. Some women try to create an appeal that others only dreamed that they would have thought of first. You see it everyday when you look at trendy magazines and fashion vogues. How is this achieved? Simply by one ... Common Pregnancy Complications  By : Sarah Mitchell Complication during pregnancy is more common than most people think. Even for those who are healthy and have had children before, early pregnancy complications could arise, at no fault to anyone. This article explains some of these complications and what to watch out for. Early pregnancy complications When you find you are pregnant, the first thing you must do is go see your obstetrician/gynecologist. They will perform an ultrasound to make sure that your pregnancy is a... The Benefits Of Pregnancy Massage  By : Sarah Mitchell Whilst pregnancy is a time for a mother to really bond with the child she is carrying, it can also cause all sorts of physical aches and pains. As your pregnancy progresses and your stomach enlarges, the backaches and joint sores will only get worse. Having a massage can greatly alleviate these pains and is something all pregnant mothers should consider. What is a pregnancy massage? Having a massage during pregnancy differs from a normal massage as the masseuse performi... What To Expect From A Home Pregnancy Test  By : Sarah Mitchell A home pregnancy test is a quick and efficient way of finding out if you’re pregnant. They have a high accuracy rate (about 97%) and are available from most drugstores. If you are unsure how a pregnancy test works, read on! How does a home test work? When a woman is pregnant, she starts developing a hormone called HCG. Basically, these tests measure the amount of this hormone in your urine. Home pregnancy tests vary in sensitivity so depending on the one you have purcha... Tips For A Healthy Pregnancy  By : Sarah Mitchell Giving birth will no doubt be one of the most magical moments of your life and to ensure that your child is strong and happy, it is important you do all you can to have a healthy pregnancy. To help you and your baby on your way, this article has compiled a number of tips that are guaranteed to make those nine pregnancy months the best they can be! The first thing you must do when you find you are pregnant is to visit an obstetrician/gynecologist (OBGYN). They will give you... What To Expect From A Twin Pregnancy: ABC’s Of Multiple Birth  By : Sarah Mitchell Imagine wishing and trying for one baby and ending up with two! Statistics show that there has been an increase in twin pregnancy the past few years and this short guide should answer any questions you have to giving birth to multiples! How do twins begin? There are two kinds of twins: identical twins and fraternal twins. In the case of identical twins, the egg is fertilized and then splits into two cells. Each cell carries identical DNA and so both children will look exa... European Human Hair Wig - How Much Does It Really Cost?  By : Franek Migaszewski I am sure you have wondered what the truth is about the prices of wigs made from European human hair. From shop to shop you will find a huge variation in prices - anywhere from 300 USD to as high as 10.000 USD (!). So let me take you through each step of the process of producing high quality handmade wigs, and show the real costs. Firstly, take the acquisition of hair. The cost of hair for one wig (0,2 to 0,4 kg) varies from 30 to 40 USD throughout most Eastern European co... Ashton & Demi: A Giant Step For Older Women?  By : Barbara Morris So, Ashton Kucher, 27, and Demi Moore, 43, got married with her kids and ex-husband in attendance. It’s great! It’s Bizarre! She’s a cradle robber! It’s a giant step for older women! Which one is it? How about “A giant step for older women.” Well, almost. It’s not unusual for older female celebrities to hook up with much younger men. Fame and fortune are powerful magnets. But men are visual creatures. What happens after her beauty fades? Not to worry. Loss of a... Why Are Most Human Hair Wigs Made Of Asian Hair?  By : Franek Migaszewski At first sight the answer seems very obvious – they are cheaper. And of course that is true. But in fact Eastern European hair is not that much more expensive – the amount necessary to make a good wig is about 30-50 USD in Poland or Czech Republic. That is not a fortune if you are going to spend a few hundred dollars on a wig. So what is the catch? The problem is on the supply side. There are over 2 billion people in Asia and only 200 million in Eastern Europe. Most of peo... Does Shaving Your Bikini Lines Drive You Bonkers?  By : Bodworx International Considering the daring styles of swimwear many people, both male and female, are wearing today, no doubt keeping bikini lines in check is an important issue. Some Facts About Wild Yam Cream And Progesterone  By : Wild Yam Cream has be advertised as a treatment for menopause, hot flashes, night sweats, PMS, migraine headaches, mood swings, fertility, larger breasts, heart disease, and osteoporosis. The people who sell these products claim they contain “natural hormones” and “hormone like compounds.” To many people, suffering from these conditions, this seems like the perfect “medicine” to help them. In most cases these creams are not effective because the product advertised does not co... Does Shaving Set A Fire In Your Armpits?  By : Bodworx International Just consider the type of negative press any female well known in the media gets when it's revealed she's not shaving her armpits. Remember that shot of Julia Roberts with her arm raised exposing a tuft of dark hair? No matter how much we adore Julia - On some level, this tarnished her "clean" image. 2005 Prom Hairstyles  By : Marcus Grant Getting ready for the prom evening 2005! Proms are all the fun and excitement. The evening is laced up with fantastic music and great food to be enjoyed with your friends. No guesses that you would like to look the best in the whole gathering. You cannot afford to relax because every one at the prom night is going to give you a stiff competition. You have to have the perfect dress, shoes, make-up and not to leave out -- the perfect hairstyle. The 2005 prom hair styles are... Pregnancy Naturally  By : Nicole Bandes A rush of emotions. A little stick. Will it be pink! Or blue? Who should you tell first? What do you do now? Pregnancy can be a wonderful experience that is full of excitement and love and anxiety and tension. There are a lot of decisions to be made and you must face the realization (whether it’s your first or your 12th) that life will never be the same. Once you have the details of the actual delivery, the who (midwife or doctor), what (your baby), where (home birth,... How To Choose Your Personal Scent  By : Mark Freeman There is nothing like wearing a particular fragrance as a signature. Long after you have left the room your fragrance can linger. A particular fragrance can make quite an impact, on both sexes. Most perfumes are made by combining three scents called notes. The top note lasts the least amount of time, the middle note lasts longer and the base note lasts around 24 hours. Generally when you first smell a perfume you will notice the top note. A few hours later you will smell ... Right Blusher For The Right Type Of Skin  By : Tania Jain Gone are the days when women stuck to one color blusher usually pinks or peaches. Now days, blushers come in a whole new variety of colors and different formulations. There are vast array of clever new formulas. The main choices are traditional powder, a cream texture, a modern liquid or a gel finish. So there is certainly one out there to suit your skin type. Powder blush is the easiest to use. If you prefer this type, choose one that isn't too sparkly or it'll enhance yo... Colour & Cosmetics  By : Jane Thurnell-Read Many people avoid artificial colours in their foods, but don't check out the colours in cosmetics and personal care products. It is only in recent years that cosmetics have started to carry a full list of ingredients on their packaging. Making sense of the ingredients can be difficult for the lay person. This is particularly true for colourings, which often go under the guise of numbers rather than names. In many countries colours in cosmetics are listed as colour inde... Pregnancy Massage Therapy  By : The modern mum-to-be is a stressed out individual, having to cater to increasing pressures of a fast paced society and work place. Yet at the same time, she knows that her wellness is crucial especially during her pregnancy if she wants a smooth delivery process and the birth of a healthy happy baby. This increased awareness has led to the search for alternative approaches in addition to traditional health services. Pregnancy massage therapy is one such alternative approa... Post Natal Massage Therapy  By : Some pregnant mums have it easy. Yet others have to go through many hours of labour. But one thing’s for sure. After the delivery process, many are just plain tired. In addition, having to breastfeed and nurse a newborn several times a night can be exhausting. The new mum today does not have much time to rest and relax during her confinement period at home. She needs to get back to work pretty quickly and that means, facing added pressure to lose weight so that she ca... How Much Weight Should You Gain During Pregnancy?  By : Kirsten Hawkins If you're pregnant, you're very likely concerned about the amount of weight you're gaining, the effect it has on your body, even how difficult it will be to take off after your pregnancy. Your OB/GYN or midwife is your best source of advice about healthy weight gain during pregnancy, but there are general guidelines. Depending on your weight at the start of your pregnancy, your doctor may tell you that a healthy weight gain for you is anywhere between 15 and 40 pounds. ... Menopause Hormone Bounce  By : Sandra Lovelace Women who are experiencing irregular periods, night sweats and all the other lovely symptoms that go along with menopause may feel they're doing a crazy dance called the menopause hormone bounce. Their moods may bounce up and down like a rubber ball due to the menopause hormone changes. While some fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone hormone levels does occur during menopause and makes a woman feel as if they're bouncing, menopause hormone levels are truly decreasing... Pregnancy Exercise And Diet Tips - Sensible Advice For Expectant Mothers  By : Tina Titas Mothers-to-be have many questions about pregnancy nutrition and exercise. The tips and advice below will help you get started on a healthy pregnancy. A diet containing the essential nutrients and vitamins are vital to the development of both mother and child. Vitamins are imperative to the health of a developing baby and the well being of the mother. Choosing foods that are rich in vitamins and other nutrients are a critical part of a healthy pregnancy nutrition plan and ... Choosing Tanning Products Wisely  By : Jerry Blackburn Why is it that people look so good and healthy with a little colour, yet tanning can be so harmful to your skin? Recent studies and the news report that there are more cases than ever of melanoma and we all know that extensive exposure to the sun will cause your skin to age more quickly. There are solutions to the problem of harmful UV sunlight that allow you to have all of the aesthetic benefits of a rich tan without the harmful side effects. The answer is in the types of... How Modern Hair Restoration Can Be Successful  By : Jerry Blackburn Before seeking the services of a hair replacement center, it is important to understand some basic information about hair loss and what can do about it.   Hair Loss Background   Approximately 95% of the estimated 60 million men and women in the United States who experience abnormal hair loss suffer from a hereditary condition called androgentic alopecia. This is the gradual loss of hair that usually begins somewhere between 30 to 40 years of age in men and is essentially ... About Anorexia  By : Ryan Larson Plainly put, anorexia is an eating disorder where a person starves him or herself. Anorexia mainly affects adolescent girls. They have an intense fear of becoming fat. They think they are overweight, but in fact most anorexics weigh a full 15% below their normal body weight. Anorexia strikes about 1% of adolescent females. This is about one in one hundred women. Some psychiatrists think anorexia is not just about being thin or fat. It stems from fear a of growing up and l... Hair Replacement And Restoration Techniques  By : David Riewe There has been a great deal of progress in the field of hair replacement and restoration in the past few years. Surgical techniques have improved greatly from the days when hair replacement first began. All hair replacement techniques involve the use of your own hair; therefore, hair replacement candidates must have some healthy hair, usually at the back and sides of the head. The process is a relatively safe procedure when performed by a qualified surgeon, however as with an... How To Lose The Baby Weight Without Starving Yourself  By : Carrie Lauth Are you currently pregnant and discouraged about getting back into shape after having your baby? Or maybe you're a new Mom who is exhausted and getting to the gym is the last thing on your mind! Either way, I hope the following tips help you lose that baby weight. I don't have any fancy initials behind my name, I'm just a Mom of 4 kids. I've been able to get into my favorite Gap jeans fairly quickly after my babies, and I've observed that women who do the same have a few ... Morning Sickness Survival Tips  By : Carrie Lauth "Just eat a few saltines and you'll be ok". I don't know about you, but as someone who suffered with prolonged, severe morning sickness (which I affectionately call morning noon and night sickness), when I hear someone say this, I just want to slug them! If you're suffering with nausea and vomiting of pregnancy, you're not alone. Most women experience it to some degree during their first trimester. If you're one of the unfortunate few whose symptoms last longer than the... Eye Cream: Believe It Or Not?  By : Leon Chaddock Does eye cream really work? While we cannot say for every brand out there, but what we do know is that many do, in fact they help you lose those crows feet and help provide you with more skin tone that you can be proud of. What most people do not know, though, is that eye cream works because of what is inside of it being as natural as you will find. The products that defy age work because they are filled with great quality ingredients that would make anything do well. So,... A Guide To Costume Jewelry  By : Alice Riley Costume jewelry is often created with non-precious metals, usually gold or silver plated, and with or without beads and stones. Costume jewelry has been extremely popular around the world for thousands of years. The Ancient Egyptians are known to have worn decorative beaded necklaces and Cleopatra is probably one of the original wearers of what we now call costume jewelry. In more recent times the people of the Germanic and Slovak regions became highly skilled at developing i... A Special 50th Birthday Night ...  By : Silvia Hartmann Last night, I received a phone call from a lady friend. It was the eve of her 50th birthday, and even though she is much better adjusted than most, it was still a big deal for her. I would make the reminder for gentlemen that there is an inherent and powerfully structural biological difference for ladies of this age, as they experience an inline incarnational death around this age - the childbearing person they were since their early teens comes to an end, and a structura... Female Hair Loss: Finding A Hair Loss Solution  By : Kathlene Capelle As a female, if you are facing thinning and losing hair, you are probably pretty stressed by it. However, you will not be worrying and causing more hair to drop once you understand some facts about female hair loss. You see, in many cases, female hair loss is just a temporary occurance and hence, finding a hair loss solution to it is relatively easy. Androgenetic alopecia is the hereditary form of baldness that affects 50 percent of men, and some women after 40. Female ... Tanning Bed Lotions Ensure A Safe Tan  By : Kathryn Whittaker For many years tanning beds were an easy and quick way to get a tan in the middle of winter or when preparing for a tropical getaway. Today, when doctors claim that tanning beds are as dangerous as the sun itself and can cause skin cancer and premature aging, more and more people stay away from tanning beds. However, there are certain benefits from using a tanning bed, especially when protecting the skin with the proper tanning bed lotion. Tanning bed lotions are used to ... Tanning Is Great! But Get Some Sun Protective Swimwear.  By : Colin P Summer is the season of fun at the beach and there is plenty of sunlight making it imperative to put on sun protective swimwear . Whilst the great pastime time during this period is sun bathing, the greatest danger lurking along beaches and swimming pools is ultra violet rays from the sun. Ultra violet rays are emissions from the sun that has the potential of causing damage to unprotected skin surface. Sun protective swimwear are clothing that we put on to fend off th... Can Women Build Big Muscles? Why Women Can't Build Big Muscles Easily.  By : Chris Chew Why Is It Difficult For Women To Build Big Muscles "I don't want to workout lifting weights because I don't want to build big muscles " or "I just do aerobics and sit ups to lose weight because if I lift weights, I may build muscle and looked like a man." Ladies. Have you made these comments before? Awww... c'mon ladies, if you have ever uttered these words, you have just done a terrible disservice to yourself and are missing out on many great benefits that working out... Do You Want A Sexy Perky B?utt  By : Chris Chew How to build sexy perky butts and buns? Do you know that whether you are a guy or a gal, one of your anatomies that are constantly being scrutinized is your butt? Many do say that a perky butt is one of the most attractive part of a human body. And don't you think it is? Certainly so! Take a look at your own buns right now. Is it tight perky and strong or is it saggy and lumpy? Worse, is it without any tone and just hangs there like a piece of flesh just out from the bu... Make Sachets With Potpourri And Essential Oils  By : Katelyn Thomas Do you have potpourri and essential oils coming out your ears? If so, you may want to consider using them to make simple sachets as gifts. Sachets are great for tucking into bureau drawers to make your clothing smell wonderful and also can be used in closets. To make a sachet, you will need muslin, ribbon, and some potpourri. Cut a four inch by eight inch piece of muslin. Fold it in half with the right sides together so that you make a four inch by four inch piece. Sew th... Sewing Machines: Making A Comeback?  By : Kathryn Whittaker While we don’t have to rely on sewing machines to satisfy our basic clothing needs, more and more people today turn to sewing to create unique, luxurious, one-of-a-kind pieces. Every family has that hand embroidered grandmother’s table cloth or a hand-made quilt, and these pieces are as cherished as the most sophisticated haute couture creations. And instead of paying hefty sums to someone for creating these little pieces of luxury for you, you can develop the easy skills of ... Are You One Of The 40,000,000 Invisible Women In Our Society?  By : Georgia Donovan It's a sad but true fact that so many women over forty feel invisible. Changing this has become my passion. One of the things that inspired me to do what I now do, after having had an executive position with a telecom giant, was an experience I had one day following one of my seminars. An attractive, well dressed woman came up to me and told me that the thing she hated most about becoming older was that she felt invisible. She explained how, everywhere you look, you see... Getting A Great Tan With Tanning Beds  By : Julia Brown Light is vital to the existence of all living things. You need natural sunlight to provide you with a controlled amount of ultraviolet rays. Just like the tanning bulbs, it could provide you with a change of skin tone because the bulbs contain ultraviolet A and B rays. But excessive amounts of sunlight could dry your skin or damage it – it is also the case with tanning bulbs. Do you often visit a tanning parlor? Do you own a tanning bed in your house? Do you really know h... Hair Extensions - The Fast Way To Grow Your Hair Out  By : Julia Brown Some people who weren't blessed with good hair are actually envious of those people who have the luxury of being able to wear their hair long and keep it that way in spite of whatever hassles that long hair may bring to a person. From taking a longer time in taking a bath as well as having to deal with all sorts of monthly hair treatments just to keep that long hair in tip, top, shape. Fortunately, for those who are at times in the mood for longer hair, there are actually ... Low Testosterone Women And Low Testosterone In Women Symptoms  By : Olinda Rola Low testosterone women and low testosterone in women symptoms are related to hormone levels in the woman's body. Testosterone production in a woman is about 10% of the amount typically made by a man. Testosterone is produced primarily in a woman's ovaries and adrenal glands. Along with the two other vital hormones - progesterone and estrogen - testosterone production declines as a woman ages. Low testosterone women may experience certain symptoms, the most notable symptom... Incontinence: Improving Muscle Tone  By : Kathryn Whittaker Incontinence is one of the most common problems among women these days. A treatable disorder, whose main symptom is frequent urination and leakage. An overactive bladder and incontinence affects 12 million North American women. Incontinence occurs when the urethra loses support from the vaginal walls. Overactive bladder is closely linked to incontinence, and is characterized by such symptoms as frequent urination, insomnia due to the urge to urinate at night, urine leakage... Controversial Implants Approved  By : Frank Hague On July twenty-eight 2005, the FDA ended a 13 year ban on silicone-gel breast implants and issued a letter of approval to Mentor Corp allowing the reintroduction of these controversial implants into the medical marketplace. This move came about as Mentor Corp. persuaded the FDA that its newer silicone implants are less dangerous and even more durable than older versions. The company will employ these implants only under the following strict safety conditions approved per FDA ... Alternatives For Hormone Replacement Therapy  By : Olinda Rola Do alternatives for hormone replacement therapy exist? Yes! Available alternatives for hormone replacement therapy are of two primary forms - synthetic therapy and natural hormone replacement therapy. The synthetic hormone replacement therapy drugs are not the same as natural hormones that occur in the body. Since substances occurring naturally cannot be patented, drug companies alter the molecular structure and create new substances that are patentable and therefore prote... Is Your Bra Hazardous To Your Health?  By : Georgia Donovan Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer found in women, and this year alone 192,000 new cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. It eventually strikes one out of every eight American women. Breast cancer also causes more deaths than any other form of cancer in women under age 55. As women, we all fear breast cancer. It is the one disease that sends chills down our spines and puts a knot in our stomachs. I am not about to go over all the reasons why women get breast canc... Fragrance – Is It Natural?  By : Jane Thurnell-Read 95% of chemicals used in fragrances are synthetic compounds derived from petroleum. It has been estimated that more than 3000 different chemmcials are used in fragrance production. Do these figures shock you? Yes, manufacturers are very clever – we see the packaging and the adverts showing flowers and nature, and we assume (as the manufacturer intends us to assume) that the fragrance in the product is derived from nature, but most fragrances are chemically derived. They do no... Symptoms Of Hormone Imbalance In Women  By : Olinda Rola Symptoms of hormone imbalance in women may begin as early as the late twenties to the forties. Symptoms of hormone imbalance in women tend to increase as a woman ages, especially if ignored in the earlier years. Hormone imbalance symptoms can be any one or more of the following: • Allergy symptoms • Depression, fatigue and anxiety • Endometriosis • Fibrocystic breasts • Hair loss and facial hair growth • Headaches, dizziness and foggy thinking • Low sex drive • Oste... Estrogen Side Effects - Do You Know Them?  By : Olinda Rola Estrogen side effects definitely exist, and one should understand the difference between natural estrogen and synthetic estrogen. The most commonly prescribed synthetic estrogen is Premarin, currently manufactured by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. According to the manufacturer, the most frequent estrogen side effects for Premarin are - vaginitis due to yeast or other causes, vaginal bleeding, painful menstruation and leg cramps. Wyeth also makes a Premarin vaginal cream - its most... [1] [2]	Authors Sign Up for a free account. Submit your articles. Publishers Category RSS feeds. Resources Accredited Home Schools Article Directory More Resources

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