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Taking Care of an Ill Loved One

I didn't think of myself as the nurturing type as I grew up, but when my grandmother became seriously ill while I was in college, my caregiver side came out. I started living with her and balancing her care with my schoolwork. It was very challenging, but seeing her recover and regain her ability to live independently was well worth the five years of hard work. Now I'm returning again to help my grandmother so she can once again stay at home, and I've decided to share some of my experiences online to help other caregivers feel like they're not so alone.

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Essential Strength Training Exercises Featuring Exercise Balls For The New Mom After A C-Section
Whether your Caesarean Section was a planned or emergency procedure, it is important to remember that you had many muscles, connective tissues, fat cells and the uterus itself cut through to deliver your child. While some moms who experienced vaginal deliveries have been able to start light exercises like walking and stretching soon after childbirth, your doctor is much more likely to forbid it until your six-week checkup and you may need to see a physical therapist if the muscles don't heal as they should.

How To Change Your Lifestyle To Make Egg Donation Simpler
Egg donations mean that you will be giving the gift of a child to a couple that may not be able to have one. Couples that have issues with infertility or male couples who need egg donors to produce a child are looking for individuals who can help make their dreams come true. Egg donations will mean that you have to go through a number of tests, procedures, and remain on certain medications.

Considering A Tummy Tuck After Gastric Bypass? Should You Have Breast Augmentation As Well?
If you've recently lost a significant amount of weight following gastric bypass surgery, you may be enjoying shopping for smaller clothing and participating in activities that were previously too difficult due to your size. However, losing major weight can sometimes leave you with sagging excess skin, and you may be considering following up your gastric bypass surgery with a tummy tuck to remove this lower stomach flap and leave you with the flat belly you've always wanted.

How Can You Get Rid Of Acne Scars?
When you clear up your acne, you can breathe a sigh of relief that your skin is clear and you can finally put your best face forward. But sometimes, acne's hold on your life doesn't end when the pimples stop appearing. Acne scars can last for years, continuing to mar your appearance. What can you do about these acne scars? Read on to find out. Fading Creams and Solutions There are several over-the-counter fading creams that can be purchased in the drugstore.

Have Osteoporosis? 3 Tips For Minimizing Your Chances Of Spinal Fractures
Osteoporosis significantly increases your risk for spinal fractures in addition to fractures in other bones of your body. If you have low bone density, there are steps you can take to help minimize damage to your spine. Be Meticulous About Your Treatment Your doctor may have prescribed a medication to help thicken your bones. The medications typically used for osteoporosis are bisphosphonates, which are commonly prescribed as a large monthly dose.

What Is Causing Your Respiratory Symptoms?
It's springtime and the living is stuffy. You have congestion, sneezing, and drainage, so you figure allergy season has struck with a vengeance. Since you are not a professional, you may be misinterpreting your symptoms. As a result, you need to know the difference between allergy symptoms and those of other respiratory issues. Allergies Respiratory allergies are caused by pollen, mold, dust mites, and other triggers in the air that you breathe.

Cervical Cancer Vaccine: Is It Really Necessary for Your Tween?
If your family doctor offers your tween daughter the cervical cancer vaccine, you may wonder if it's really necessary for her to get it. Although the vaccine may seem scary to you and your loved one, it may actually protect your daughter from a number of conditions, including cervical cancer and vaginal cancer. In addition, the cervical cancer vaccine may prevent cancer of the neck and head. Here's how cervical cancer develops and how the cervical cancer vaccine works.

Tips For Juggling House Work While Caring For An Elderly Parent At Your Home
Having an ill elderly relative in your home can make it more difficult to get through your everyday chores, while keeping up with the special medical needs of your elderly parent can be overwhelming. Getting the right kind of help for your situation, staying organized and keeping the help spread evenly throughout the week is important. Get Supportive In-Home Care Supportive in-home care givers complete small errands and chores around the house.

How To Make Chronic Conditions Easier On You
If you are suffering from a chronic condition that's making it more and more difficult for you to get around, then you should consider making some changes in your life that can make each day a bit easier on you. When you have problems with mobility, not only can it be hard to go about a regular, daily routine, but it can also be physically risky, since you more than likely have an increased chance of falling.

Getting Past Weight Loss Issues
If you have been trying to lose weight unsuccessfully, then there are some things you can do to try to get those results to happen. Sometimes, weight loss can come to a standstill, or be extremely difficult for one reason or another. It is important for you to try different things, so you can see what works best for you and get past any problems that may be preventing you from seeing the results you should.