Baby,Pregnancy and Healthy world !!

Ectopic pregnancy is not a normal pregnancy, the sperms reach the egg in the fallopian tube, where fertilization occurs, and then, this fertilized egg travels on to reach the uterus and implants itself there to complete the gestation period. The fertilized egg fails to reach the uterus for the gestation period and instead implant itself anywhere outside uterus, like cervix, fallopian tube, abdominal cavity. In general, the fertilized egg implants itself in the fallopian tube.SymptomsEctopic pregnancy is usually diagnosed around six weeks of pregnancy. Your spouse should consult her obstetrician if she has any of the following symptoms:Pain or tenderness in the abdomen or pelvis, especially while coughing or moving bowels, and which may become more severe or chronic with timeVaginal bleedingShoulder pain, especially while lying downLower abdominal pain, which increases over a period of time, accompanied by lower back painShoulder pain, which occurs, as the fetus draws blood for its growth, hampers the functions of diaphragm. Ectopic pregnancy symptoms can include vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, and severe abdominal pain. Other ectopic pregnancy symptoms are quite similar to the normal signs of being pregnant. These include nausea or morning sickness, tiredness, a missed menstrual period, and breast tenderness. This can make diagnosis somewhat difficult.If you have symptoms of bleeding and stomach pain, be sure to see your doctor immediately. They can determine if you have tubal pregnancy from a simple blood test or an ultrasound. The key is early detection. If it can be treated early on, then the risks to your health and future pregnancies are greatly reduced. By keeping yourself aware of the signs of ectopic pregnancy you can eliminate potential health risks.Though in many cases, the causes are unknown, the most common factors that lead to the risk of Ectopic pregnancy symptoms are fallopian tube problems, which can be due to pelvic infections (sexually transmitted diseases, pelvic inflammatory disease), intrauterine contraceptive devices, and endometriosis. Smoking, abdominal surgeries involving the reproductive system and several hormonal drugs like fertility drugs, contraceptive hormonal medication have also been associated with Ectopic pregnancies.Slow rising hCG levels: Your doctor may run a quantitative hCG test in early pregnancy if you are having vaginal spotting or if he suspects ectopic pregnancy. Slow rising hCG levels can be an indicator of an ectopic pregnancy. During a normal pregnancy, hCG levels will double every two to three days in early pregnancy. With an ectopic pregnancy, hCG levels may rise but they tend to go up very slowly and not double like they should. If your hCG levels are low or not doubling your doctor may order more blood work or an ultrasound to rule out ectopic pregnancy or other complications.Cramping: Mild cramping during early pregnancy is normal, but severe cramping or cramping accompanied with spotting, is not normal and could be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy. Cramping may be on one side or may feel like menstrual cramps.

It is far from a hidden truth that there is a shortage of nurses in the United States. Hospitals, doctors and nursing homes have been clinging to dear life for years in the attempts to find and keep a good group of nurses. With the shortages in the profession, the pay rate has climbed to far exceed expectations and this leaves nurses with many options. For the nurse this is an excellent opportunity, but for the providers it can prove costly. If you are on the fringe of making a decision between a nursing degree and some other here are some things to consider.
The American Association of College Nursing estimates that there will be a shortage of over 300,000 nurses by the year 2012. That could not only create a hazard to the medical industry, but also provide nurses with an excellent paying career. Nursing is one of those careers that not only provides good pay, but also gives the individual the greatest reward ever. This reward can be seen on a daily basis with the fact that they help those in need and it is the thanks in the eyes of a child that sustains the career choice.
There are several options that nurses have afforded to them. There are different certifications in nursing and with them brings different duties as well as pay. Another positive about the nursing profession is the fact that there are so many options. One nurse may work in Pediatrics and another can work in Geriatrics. There is no limit to the opportunities in the nursing field. Here is a look at the types of certifications and a little bit about each.
LVN/LPN:
A year’s worth of college training and a set amount of experience can help you obtain the certification of either LVN/Licensed Vocational Nurse or LPN/Licensed Practical Nurse. While completing the required academic requirements the nursing student will spend time shadowing nurses, doctors and other health care providers for hands on and/or practical experience. After all the requirements have been fulfilled the nursing student will be expect to take the state exam, which is not easy. It is recommended that students purchase a good study guide or course to refresh and prepare for the test. A LPN or LVN can expect to make an average of $37,000 per year. LVN or LPN can be responsible for administering medications, giving injections, drawing blood and/or starting IV’s as well as a host of other medical duties.
RN:
The RN or registered nurse is gained by attending college for two to three years and passing the state’s respective exam. The test consists of educational material as well as practical information, making it necessary to study for the exam. The major shortage in nursing comes with the licensure of the registered nurse. The RN certification opens many doors and opportunities to those wanting to pursue a career in the medical profession. In most cases the Registered Nurse oversees other medical tech., interns, LPN (LVN) and Certified Nurses Aids. The average salary reported on the Internet for a RN is in the range of $55,000 per year. RN’s can work in private practice, doctor’s offices, hospitals, traveling situations as well as other medical options.
BSN:
The BSN or Bachelors of Science in Nursing can be obtained after a nurse completes a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Many universities are now offering an online option or correspondence classes for nurses to achieve the higher level of education. The RN may wish to return to school to enhance his/her skill and salary level. This transition may not be obvious to a patient by sight, but the experience and knowledge could be a tale-tale sign. A BSN also looks better on paper and hospitals, doctors, nursing homes will ring your telephone off the wall. Generally, the BSN works in a managerial position reviewing case files, dealing with administrators and advocating for patients, but can hold a variety of other nursing positions. The Internet reports the average salary for a BSN at well over $60,000 per year.
Regardless of the nursing path that is chosen, it is extremely important to prepare. While in school take good notes, keep textbooks and other information obtained during the educational experience. Pay close attention in the practical training provided in the hospital or with other medical professionals. The state exam that you will be taking to obtain your license must be taken seriously. There are a variety of great preparatory study guides that will help prepare you for your big day. It is also recommended and advisable to obtain the furthest degree in nursing possible. The more education and letters behind your name the more opportunity that you will have. Nursing is one of those fields that no matter where you go or live there is always a job waiting for you.
If the predictions of the American Association of College Nursing is correct and there is truly that big of a shortage in the future, the pay rates for nurses could double, even triple. The pay scale is already exceptionally good, but imagine what will happen when the nurses of today are retiring. The pay rate will rise and since you have the education and experience, you will be in high demand.

Solutions for Common Pregnancy Complaints

There are many changes that take place in a woman’s body when she becomes pregnant and as the baby grows within her. There are also many resources that detail the “complaints of pregnancy.” Virtually every pregnancy book lists these complaints and offers solutions for them. I will concentrate on those most often presented in my practice, and the solutions most of my clients find helpful.

Nausea

The increased hormones in pregnancy cause over-production of stomach acids. I recommend eating every two to three hours, even through the night. Keeping something in the stomach seems to minimize the effect of these acids. Also, either drinking mint or ginger tea or sucking on mint or ginger candy or chewing mint or ginger gum often provides a calming effect on the stomach.

Leg Cramps

Try eating a baked potato with sour cream or have a banana with a glass of milk at bedtime. Or take a potassium supplement and consider also a supplement of calcium citrate with vitamin D and magnesium (this will have the added benefit of helping you sleep better when taken within an hour of bedtime).

Indigestion or Heartburn

Eat small meals (eat something every couple of hours rather than concentrating on three meals a day), and limit spicy and greasy foods. Try slowly chewing a pinch of raw oatmeal when experiencing discomfort. Antacids are an option but I suggest limiting their use.

Headaches

Headaches are another side effect of the increased hormones of pregnancy. Ensure consumption of at least 75 to 100 grams of protein a day, a minimum of two liters of water each day, and some form of regular exercise. Many women find relief with essential oils. My favorite is a drop or two of peppermint oil on the temples. If the headaches persist, an over-the-counter pain reliever is an option, but I encourage limiting their use. Occasionally one of my moms benefits from a progesterone cream.

There are many discomforts that can be experienced in a normal, healthy pregnancy. Most of them can be dealt with relatively easily. The good news is that they do not last forever!

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Reflux is a condition babies can develop through having a weak stomach valve, that allows the milk in your babies stomach or food, to come back up the throat, burning it with stomach acid and most commonly, whatever is on the way back up is projectile vomited out. However there is also silent reflux, which can sometimes be unnoticed or misdiagnosed, where your baby has all the above, but is not projectile vomiting. As this is the main sign of reflux some doctors may not be willing to put the rest of the symptoms down to reflux. You may notice that when your baby is feeding, he or she suddenly takes a deep swallow, like a gulp then bursts out crying, this may be your baby swallowing back down what was on the way up. If you suspect your baby has silent reflux, take your baby to the GP and explain the symptoms. If you are dismissed in anyway, make sure you stand your ground and ask for your child to be tested. Reflux really begins to show at about 5 weeks of age, as your baby gradually begins to take more milk. Before this time, as most mums feed little and often, babies are more settled. Signs of reflux are fussing and screaming whilst feeding, baby arching its back while feeding, Gulping quickly when feeding then screaming, excessive drooling and being very unhappy whenever baby is laid flat. If you suspect your baby suffers from this condition, see your GP immediately and be firm about having your baby tested. If your baby has mild reflux, you will most likely be recommended to change babies formula (if bottle feeding), to one of the formulas specifically designed to be thicker and easier to digest to help stop the milk coming up as easily. Omneo Comfort from Cow and Gate has a great reputation for helping with reflux and even better, in the uk it can be got on prescription. If you breast feed you may be prescribed infant gaviscon, which you will need to administer to your baby before each feed, following the instructions that come with it. In some cases the reflux is severe and your GP will sort out the appropriate medicine to help combat it. Reflux most commonly gets better with the introduction of solid foods and by the time your baby reaches the end of the first year. Below are some other tips for helping your baby: * When feeding your baby try to keep baby as upright as possible to help stop the milk coming back up. * Feeding little and often and make sure baby is properly winded will help some babies. * Once finished feeding avoid lying your baby flat on its back, keep baby up right for a good half hour. * Prop babies cot up at one end, either with a pillow under the mattress or books under two of the legs of the cot so your baby sleeps with its head higher than its body.

Are you interested in a career in nursing? If yes, then you have made the right choice as the field of nursing has expanded during the past several years. Now you can choose from several nursing career avenues after acquiring a nursing degree. Nursing is considered as one of the noblest professions and nowadays-nursing jobs are an important part of our society. Nursing jobs are generally classified as registered nurses, licensed practicing nurses, nursing assistants or licensed vocational nurses. Inside the nursing field, you can opt for different job options. Here are some of them:
. Hospital nurse- In a hospital, the nursing staff is divided as per the floors or the units to treat patients depending on illnesses and conditions, human medical needs, newborn babies and even dying seniors. Nurses have to gather information from patients based on their physical condition, life style, emotional state, family, hopes and fears etc. Nurses assist doctors in surgery as well as handling the patient’s needs that are often based on emotional or spiritual or physical assistance.
Nurses are considered the ‘eyes’ of the doctor and the ‘voice’ of the patient. They plan the goals based on the diagnosed report. Whenever possible, nurses encourage patients to participate in health care. Nurses also have to go ahead and teach the patients about self-care and display physiotherapy exercises to improve flexibility after surgery.
. Nursing Ability- Professional nurses are hired by temporary rehabilitation centers, recuperation units and also as nursing care for senior citizens who need help. While handling patients, the nurses have to be tolerant, loving and understanding. They are supposed to maintain their cool and work non-stop to make a patient’s life better and comfortable.
. School Nurse- This job is either full time or part time and this job profile includes work like checking students for chronic problems like asthma symptoms and vision problems. They are also supposed to advice students on treatment options for problems like ringworm, head lice, or any other acute symptoms common in school children. It is the school nurse’s job to check whether a child needs advanced care or whether the illness is contagious. Nurses are also expected to complain about child abuse to the authorities.
. Company Nurse- Large business houses hire nurses as part of their staff to handle health issues of their employees. In a company, the nurse should be able to recognize and treat viral fever like flu or eye injuries or bodily wounds. Nurses hired by companies have to be well versed to handle the first aid techniques and they have the full authority to seek medical assistance if they find the environmental problem very uncomfortable or polluted with gas leak, hazardous levels of carbon monoxide etc. The nurses are obliged to recommend a company to temporarily shut down if essential.
. Medical Office Nurse- Nurses are also employed at the doctor’s office or clinic and there they are supposed to prepare a patient before the examination by the doctor for charting vital signs and symptoms. Nurses also assist the doctors in taking blood samples, pressure and even give injections. Nurses assist the doctors to make the visit smoother for the patients.

There is so much controversy surrounding homebirth; many people in our country are simply appalled at the suggestion that homebirth still exists. At the same time, there are those who would not consider birthing any other way. There are several studies that indicate no difference in outcome for a healthy mother and baby experiencing a healthy pregnancy. However, homebirth is still very much the exception in the U.S.
I have no doubt that many more would consider homebirth if they understood more about modern birth practices. There is a new video available through most video rental stores called “The Business of Being Born.” It is a documentary by Ricki Lake and Abbie Epstein that depicts the history of modern birth practices and showcases the depth and power of homebirth, contrasting it with hospital birth. There is no doubt that a natural birth enhances mother/baby bonding and eases breastfeeding.  
If women knew what they were giving up, I am certain they would overwhelmingly choose to birth their babies naturally. The difficulty with birthing naturally in the hospital is the unfamiliar surroundings, the unfamiliar staff, and the immediate “option” of pain relief. While birth is an intense process and it is difficult to not want relief, women who successfully birth naturally indisputably experience a “high” that is indescribable. Additionally, there is something about making it through, reaching deep into ourselves for an inner strength we did not know we had. It is a rite of passage that most women in America no longer get to experience. It is something that we can carry forward into those long nights awake with a sick baby, the difficulties of raising a teenager, all the challenges that life throws at us; we know where to reach inside for that place of strength we might not otherwise know how to access.
One thing is certain: mothers who birth naturally in the intimacy and familiar comfort of their homes generally experience greater bonding with their babies, greater success with breastfeeding, and closer-knit families. Perhaps this is all a reflection of who they are; perhaps it is because there was not a disruption of the natural hormones and pheromones present at a birth with no interventions.

For more information on homebirth, visit my websites: TheMidwivesOnline.com, SonomaMidwife.com and NapaMidwife.com.

The first reaction to early sign of pregnancy is disbelief, joy followed by a feeling of uncertainty. A visit to the doctor and a blood test is the only way to confirm your pregnancy. Early pregnancy tests are very reliable and even show the accurate results of a 2-week-old embryo. Before the visit to a doctor for the confirmation of pregnancy, it is very important to watch out for pregnancy symptoms. The precautions taken during early sign of pregnancy is very important for embryos health and well being. Some of the most recognizable signs of pregnancy are as follows.
Classic pregnancy symptoms
These pregnancy symptoms appear soon after fertilization, within 8-10 days after conception. Some of the pregnancy symptoms stay with you for the entire period of gestation, while some pregnancy symptoms disappear as the pregnancy advances. They stop troubling you as your body starts getting used to change in hormones and settles to the imminent body changes. A few temporary early signs of pregnancy are:
Missed periods or less bleeding at the onset of periods. The absence of periods during the duration of pregnancy is because now the uterine lining need not be shed but used for implantation of the embryo.
Lower abdominal cramps, which begin soon after the implantation of embryo, disappear within a week or two. Headaches caused by rising levels of hormones in the first few days of pregnancy too disappear once the body accepts the change in hormonal levels.
The pregnancy symptoms that last the entire period of pregnancy are:
Nausea and vomiting are the early signs of pregnancy starting in the second week itself. The degree in which you feel sick varies from full fledged to none as the pregnancy advances. It is fairly controlled during the third trimester, making you feel more relaxed and happy.
Tender and swollen breasts appear soon after conception and stays with you till the entire period. It is the natures way to make the breast ready for babys breastfeeding. In the last trimester the breasts secrete a liquid called colostrums, which provides immunity to the baby.
Enlarging and darkening of areola is the first sign of pregnancy, and lasts throughout.
Frequent urination and constipation is early sign of pregnancy and increases with the advancing pregnancy due to the pressure of the growing embryo on the surrounding body organs.
Exhaustion and tiredness occurs from initial stages of pregnancy and stay the entire duration of the gestation.
Food cravings for a particular type of food are still an unsolved mystery. Some doctors feel this is the way the body acquires the adequate minerals required by the growing embryo. This pregnancy symptom is an early sign of pregnancy and stays on till the end.
Increased sense of smell and taste too varies in all stages of pregnancy.
If you experience these pregnancy symptoms then take care of your health. Avoid harmful products; start taking balanced diet and some extra folic acid for happy and healthy pregnancy.

Can you easily tell if someone is gay or not? Do gays commit perverse sexual acts? Read on and discover more facts and fallacies about homosexuality.

Homosexuals are easily recognized. False. People who openly profess their homosexuality are easy to identify but silent homosexuals are indistinguishable. They act, look and speak like everyone else. Not all homosexuals act like girls nor do all lesbians look masculine. In most cases, Sherlock Holmes can’t tell the difference.

“In our society, conventional images of male homosexuals are that they are in some way ‘feminine’ or perhaps that their sex interests make them a danger to children. The vast majority of homosexuals fit neither of these ideas. They are just ordinary people – not identifiable by body type, mannerisms, dress or occupation. Most non-homosexual people will, without realizing it, have friends and relatives who are homosexual,” said the Diagram Group in “Man’s Body (An Owner’s Manual).”

“In terms of age, social class, education, occupation and interests, the homosexual is represented in every segment of society. Homosexuals do not usually act, speak or dress differently from heterosexuals. But many prefer to conceal their inclinations and activities because of the ridicule, alienation and legal punishments that they would possibly face if their activities become known,” added Paul M. Insel and Walton T. Roth in “Core Concepts in Health.”

Homosexuals perform perverse sexual acts. False. The sexual practices of homosexuals are no different from those of other people. No single sex act can be singled out as truly or exclusively homosexual for this is also practiced by other couples.

Like heterosexuals, homosexuals also perform mutual kissing and caressing. Their main sexual techniques, however, are mutual masturbation, fellatio (oral stimulation of the penis), pederasty or anal intercourse, and interfemoral intercourse (where the penis is stimulated by being moved between the partner’s thighs). Except for the latter, most of these techniques are common in heterosexual activity.

Female homosexuals or lesbians, on the other hand, perform cunnilingus (oral stimulation of the vulva and vagina) and mutual masturbation. Contrary to popular belief, lesbians do not always use phallic substitutes or dildoes to mimic heterosexual intercourse. In most cases, the fingers are enough to stimulate the clitoris and achieve orgasm.

“The manner in which homosexuals behave in their sexual relationship does not differ from the way heterosexuals behave. Homosexuals often maintain that a member of one’s own sex is far more capable of understanding one’s sexual needs than a member of the opposite sex,” according to Dr. Niels Lauersen, a diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Steven Whitney in “It’s Your Body (A Woman’s Guide to Gynecology).”

“What characterizes an act as homosexual is not the act itself but the fact that both partners are of the same sex,” Insel and Roth said.

It is commonly believed that homosexuals take an exclusively male or female role while having sex. In truth, homosexuals often alternate between active and passive roles in sex. They may assume both the male and female role at a time they choose.

“Another common misconception is that homosexuals assume and maintain either an active or passive role in their sexual activities. To the contrary, most partners alternate between active and passive in any given act or from one relationship to another,” Insel and Roth explained. (Next: Still more myths about homosexuality.)

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What is Psychiatric nursing?
Psychiatric nursing is a flexible profession, which involves the application of expertise that evolves out of a wide range of knowledge and addresses many concerns. Not all mentally challenged patients receive sufficient medical care and support from family and friends, to help in effectively conveying the illness to the medical establishment. These patients have impaired ability to process information.
Psychiatric nursing is ideal to help reorganize relationships and nursing responses. The nurse is required to be engaged and self-directed in the on-going professional development. It is the responsibility of the nurse to practice leadership within the paradigms of the profession and the community at large.
Levels Of Education In Psychiatric Nursing
Clinical practice of psychiatric nursing takes place at two levels.
-Basic: At this level, registered nurses work with families, individuals, communities and groups. They diagnose the mental ability and define the nursing plan. They are also responsible for putting the plan into practice and assessing the nursing care.
-Advanced: At the advanced level, psychiatric nursing requires nurses to possess Masters Degrees in Psychiatric Nursing. They take the role of Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist. They evaluate, diagnose and treat families and individuals with psychiatric disorders and problems. These nurses work as researchers, professors with private agencies and programs and hospital administrators.
There are a number of programs available to pursue a career in psychiatric nursing. A two-year program for an associate degree in nursing, a hospital based three-year diploma in nursing and a university four-year bachelors degree in psychiatric nursing are just some of the available options. All graduates are eligible for the registered nurse license.
A degree in advanced practice registered nursing makes a person eligible to specialize in Forensics or Substance Abuse, Gero-psychiatric Nursing and Child-Adolescent Mental Health Nursing. There are few who specialize in consolation liaison, where they can counsel people who suffer from physical illnesses or suffer from psychiatric problems.
Many debates have been sparked over the relationship between the psychiatric patient and nurse. Besides the medical and education qualification, a psychiatric nurse should possess compassion and understanding, to create a bond of trust with the patient. A patient usually appreciates the efforts of a nurse who makes an attempt to understand his situation and works diligently towards improving it. The nurse is also expected to manage ethical dilemmas. This profession demands the patience to tackle all kinds of mental and emotional upheaval.
Salary
Like most other professions, the salary in of a psychiatric nurse depends on the experience and the size and location of the hospital or agency. Psychiatric mental health nurses usually earn $35,000 to $40,000 per year. Advanced practice registered nurses earn $60,000 and above. Nurse executives earn $100,000 and above. Teachers and faculty members earn approximately $65,000 and above.
Future of Psychiatric Nursing
The demand for psychiatric nurses is expected to rise in the coming years. At present, there is an increase in the number of students pursuing careers in psychiatric nursing. You can access lots of information from books and journals, easily available online.