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Why Mental Health is Important | UpMore.Today Review
Are you tired of the daily grind? Do you want to improve your mental health and well being to lead a more satisfying life? Have you been wondering how to find your purpose in life? Maybe you know why mental health is important for finding meaning in life but you just can’t seem to shake your demons? (This post is sponsored by UpMore.today.) I’ve been there too. Soon after my husband and I got married almost 10 years ago, we tried to start a family. Long story short, after over a year of disappointment month after month, then 5 years of tests, procedures, 4 rounds of failed IUI and 2 failed IVF cycles we turned to…
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What is Brachycephaly?
My youngest daughter was recently diagnosed with severe Brachycephaly. When our pediatrician first suggested that we go to see a specialist for an official diagnoses I had questions. What is Brachycephaly? What causes it? Is it my fault? How can I fix it? At my daughters‘ two month check up our pediatrician expressed concern about the flatness of the back of my daughters’ head. She advised us to keep her off of it as much as possible and she would reevaluate it at her four month appointment. My daughter started rolling over at 2 months 6 days old. She started sleeping on her stomach shortly after she mastered rolling. Between…
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Nebula Genomics Review | 30x Whole-Genomics Sequencing
Nebula Genomics is changing the world of DNA testing by offering whole-genome sequencing. Founded by George Church, professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School, Nebula Genomics‘ mission is to use whole genome sequencing to understand the causes of disease and develop gene therapies to eventually cure genetic diseases. Sequencing your DNA through Nebula Genomics will not only give you personal insight into your genetics, heritage and genetic dispositions but it will also contribute to the science of genetic testing/research. Being a health science major myself and learning about Nebula Genomics and their mission, I was highly intrigued. I wanted to purchase this particular kit because: Heritage/family history: I know a…
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What Happens During Infertility Testing?
The first question that I wanted an answer to before scheduling any appointments was, “What happens during infertility testing?” Infertility is scary! You are emotionally and physically drained by the time you start wondering when to seek infertility treatment. But you also have NO IDEA what to expect emotionally and physically during it! What all will you have to endure??? What happens at your first infertility appointment? Your first appointment will be a “get to know you” appointment. You will more than likely start out in an office setting rather than an exam room. During this time the doctor will: Look over your gynecologic/medical history with you. If there are…
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When Should You Seek Infertility Treatment?
Knowing when to seek infertility treatment is the first step. It is also not an easy step. You may not know it at the time, but you are actually starting the grieving process at this point. You are more than likely in the stage of denial. I know I was! You don’t want to believe that you may not be able to have children of your own. To read more about the stages of grief being present throughout infertility treatment you can read my post, Overcome Infertility | Recognizing the Stages of Grief. You should seek infertility treatment if: You have been actively trying, yet unable, to become pregnant after…
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Overcome Infertility | Recognizing the Stages of Grief
To overcome infertility you must first understand grief. During my years of struggling with infertility, I didn’t realize where my thoughts and feelings were coming from. I didn’t realize that I was actively trying to process a loss. I was in the midst of the seven stages of grief and I felt hopeless. You may ask, “How do you grieve something that you never had?” Infertility is tricky. You have feeling and thoughts that you never thought you could or would have. For example, during my struggle with infertility, I remember wishing for a miscarriage…How messed up is that?? Of course, my sane mind now thinks that ‘grieving me’ was…
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Homemade Black Bean Corn Salsa
This quick and easy black bean and corn salsa recipe is packed with fiber and FLAVOR! Gaurenteed to delight your taste buds AND your waistline! #fiber #flavor #salsa #healthylifestyle
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Normalizing Vulnerability | What I Don’t Know CAN Hurt Me
Normalizing vulnerability may result in hurt. However, it may also result in awareness, knowledge, growth, and strength. Is it worth it??
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