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Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center in Daytona Beach Teaches New Moms the Art of Breastfeeding
Daytona Beach, FL (PRWEB) August 16, 2010
The BirthCare Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center (http://www.floridahospitalmemorial.org) is teaching new and expectant moms the art of breastfeeding their babies.
“Breastfeeding forms a beautiful bond between mother and baby,” says Susan Bekken, lactation counselor at the BirthCare Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center. “Breastfeeding also provides the baby with the essential nutrition the baby needs to grow healthy and strong.”
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) “Breastfeeding is the healthiest way to nourish our children. Mother’s milk provides protection for babies against infection. Breast milk also lowers a child’s risk of becoming obese or developing diabetes later in life.”
NIH also states that “Breastfeeding offers many benefits to nursing moms. Breastfeeding mothers have lower rates of certain kinds of cancers. Women who breastfeed also return to their pre-pregnancy weight more easily than women who bottlefeed.”
“If you are a new or expecting mom and would like to learn how to breastfeed, please contact us,” Bekken said. “Our BirthCare Center offers comprehensive breastfeeding and lactation training.”
Please visit Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center on the web at (w http://www.floridahospitalmemorial.org) or call the BirthCare Center at (386) 231-1400 to learn more.
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A Growing Number of Women are Undergoing Mommy Makeovers at The Swan Center for Plastic Surgery
Atlanta, GA (Vocus) May 5, 2010
In increasing numbers, women are looking to have cosmetic surgery for a mommy makeover. Atlanta women are no longer accepting the flabby, sagging skin, deflated breasts and pockets of fat left behind after pregnancy.
“One reason these series of procedures has taken off is the advancements in techniques and safety, which is important for surgeries that take several hours,” says Dr. Joseph G. Bauer of The Swan Center. “Another reason is simply that the stigma of vanity has faded when it comes to cosmetic surgery. It is accepted in the cities and the suburbs, not just Hollywood.”
With Dr. Bauer’s expert eye, each mommy makeover is tailored to each patient. During the consultation, he listens, evaluates and recommends the series of procedures that would best achieve the desired results.
The term ‘mommy makeover’ is an umbrella word for a series of procedures. Moms can choose one or all of the procedures, which are typically done at the same time. Breast augmentation, body lifts, liposuction, tummy tuck and breast lift are all considered part of the ‘mommy makeover’ when they are used to reverse the effects of childbirth and restore and enhance the body. When looking for a plastic surgeon, Atlanta moms have the experience and expertise of Dr. Bauer and the rest of the staff at The Swan Center.
A mommy makeover Atlanta can include one or all of these body contouring procedures to achieve your wishes and needs:
> Breast augmentation- This is probably the most common procedure performed. Pregnancy is hard on the breasts. As they lose tissue, they begin to look like deflated “pancake” breasts. Implants fill them out. A lift may be necessary to complete the look.
> Breast lift (Mastopexy)- When there is too much sagging or droopiness, a lift is the only way to restore the breasts to a perkier position. The breasts gain volume during pregnancy and breast-feeding, but when it is over, they lose this volume and sagging occurs. The lift removes excess skin and lifts the breast to a natural position. Implants are often used in addition to the lift to make up for the lost volume.
> Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)- Another common mommy makeover procedure. Babies stretch out the stomach and abdominal muscles to the point they may not bounce back. Mom may look like she is still pregnant because of the resulting bulge. A tummy tuck tightens abdominal muscles and gets rid of excess skin and fat.
> Liposuction/Fat grafting- Exercise and diet after baby doesn’t always get rid of the pregnancy weight. Dr. Bauer can contour the results of the mommy makeover by removing pockets of fat using a cannula, which vacuums the fat from under the skin. He can also use this fat to add volume to other areas of the body if desired.
> Thigh lift- Like the rest of the body, pregnancy is stressful on the thighs. Removing the excess skin of the outer and inner thighs helps slim the lines of the body.
“Because of advances in anesthesia, we can perform one or all of these procedures in the same session,” says Dr. Bauer. “And, after the healing is done, moms have a new body that they can be proud of. Just because you’re a mom doesn’t mean you can’t be sexy and youthful.”
Before committing to a mommy makeover, it is important to be at a stable weight, finished having children and finished breast-feeding. This is to make sure the final results are the best they can be. Future pregnancies and weight gain can reverse some of the mommy makeover cosmetic procedures performed.
As a world-renowned plastic surgeon and founder of The Swan Center, Dr. Bauer along with his colleagues are dedicated to offering personalized care to all of their patients. Dr. Bauer has an eye for seeing the uniqueness of each mom and he uses the mommy makeover to bring out the very best of her qualities.
The surgeons and staff at The Swan Center for Plastic Surgery are humbled by the many expressions of gratitude and appreciation from their patients both far and wide.
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Parker Center Introduces The Many Forms of the Mommy Makeover
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Paramus, NJ (Vocus) April 8, 2010
The term Mommy Makeover has really taken off in the cosmetic surgery field. It is an umbrella term for a series of procedures to correct problems caused by pregnancy. “The ravages of pregnancy can take on a variety of forms,” says New Jersey plastic surgeon, Dr. Paul M. Parker of the Parker Center in Paramus, NJ.
This is why the consultation is so important in determining what is bothering each mom and addressing those concerns with the right procedures. The three most common surgeries are breast surgery, tummy tuck and liposuction.
The various forms breast surgery can take in a mommy makeover:
Breast augmentation–after pregnancy and breast feeding have engorged and stretched the breasts, many women will lose volume in their breasts, particularly the upper portion of the breasts. A New Jersey breast augmentation can restore this lost volume and provide some lift to the breast.
Breast augmentation and lift – after pregnancy and breast feeding have engorged and stretched the breasts, some women will lose volume in their breasts and the breasts will sag significantly. Breast augmentation can restore this lost volume. In addition to this, the loose, sagging skin can be tightened with a breast lift procedure (also known as augmentation mastopexy) returning the breasts to a perkier, more youthful position on the chest.
Breast lift alone-after pregnancy and breast feeding have engorged and stretched the breasts, some women will retain volume in their breasts but the breasts will sag significantly. A New Jersey breast lift alone (also known as mastopexy) will tighten the loose, sagging skin and return the breasts to a perkier, more youthful position on the chest.
Breast Reduction with lift- after pregnancy and breast feeding have engorged and stretched the breasts, some women will gain volume instead of losing it. This can cause back pain, neck pain and leave them uncomfortable. Breast reduction reduces the volume of the breast by removing the excess tissue and skin. In performing a breast reduction, the breast is also lifted to a perkier, more youthful position on the chest.
The various forms a tummy tuck can take in a mommy makeover:
Liposuction- Some moms retain a lot of excess fatty pockets around the mid-section after the weight gain of pregnancy, but retain good skin and muscle tone. In these patients, liposuction alone will allow Dr. Parker to contour the abdomen.
Mini tuck- This is for the mom who develops some loose skin and loose muscles in the lower part of the abdomen. A mini tuck allows Dr. Parker to remove the excess skin and tighten these lower abdominal muscles; if there are excess fatty pockets, these can be treated with liposuction at the same time (mini lipo abdominoplasty).
Lipo abdominoplasty or tummy tuck- This is for the mom who has developed significant excess skin, fatty pockets and loose abdominal muscles. Dr. Parker uses VASER liposuction in conjunction with a tummy tuck procedure to remove unwanted fat, tighten loose muscle and remove loose skin.
Liposuction may be needed in different areas of the body for women who retain excess fat following pregnancy. Dr. Parker will commonly re shape the hips, thighs, buttocks, arms, back and/ or neck. Patients vary in terms of who will retain fat in these different areas.
“The combination of procedures that each mom needs depends on their age, genetics and how parts of their body have aged due to pregnancy,” says Dr. Parker. “One mom may need a breast augmentation and a mini-tuck while another mom may need a breast lift with implants, lipo abdominoplasty and liposuction of her hips and thighs. There are quite a number of possible combinations.”
In recent years, facial procedures have become more popular with moms. Over time, the effects of weight gain and loss after pregnancy can accelerate facial aging prompting these patients to seek face and neck lifts. Of course, some moms requesting these procedures are in their 50s and 60s and they want their face to match their younger-looking body.
New Jersey plastic surgeon, Dr. Parker, performs all of his mommy makeovers in his state-of-the-art on site, fully certified ambulatory surgical facility. Here, his experienced team of board certified anesthesiologists and registered nurses have worked tirelessly with him to ensure a safe and comfortable environment.
Many moms voice concerns about taking time away from their families to undergo and recover from these mommy makeover surgical procedures. The Parker Center’s Rapid Recovery program allows these patients to recover quickly, minimizing the pain associated with these surgeries.
As patients recover from mommy makeover surgeries, not only do they look great but emotionally, they feel younger with more energy, sexy and more self confident. Those who have put these procedures off for years will often say “If I had known I would look and feel this good, I would have done this sooner”.
About Dr. Paul M. Parker
Dr. Paul M. Parker, M.D. graduated from George Washington University of Medicine in Washington, DC, where he was the recipient of the distinguished CV Mosby Award of Excellence. He completed residencies in both General Surgery and Plastic Surgery at New York University Medical Center, where he received the Theodore Barnett Award for Excellence in Teaching. He also completed a fellowship in Microsurgery at New York University Medical Center’s Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery with heavy emphasis on innovative methods of breast reconstruction.
Dr. Parker is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He holds a certificate of advanced education in cosmetic surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Additionally, he has been selected as one of the top surgeons in his field by Consumer’s Research Council of America and has been named in Castle Connolly’s registry of “Americas Cosmetic Doctors” He has also served as Assistant Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at New York University Medical Center.
About The Parker Center
Located in Paramus, New Jersey, the Parker Center is a 15,000 square foot facility boasting an AAAASF and Medicare certified surgical center and state of the art medi-spa. The Parker Center for Plastic Surgery prides itself on enhancing their patient’s lives through individualized support and impeccable attention to detail.
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Daycare Advice On Picking The Proper Day Care Centers
Posted by: | CommentsA lot of parents these days spend a lot of time working in order to support a family. And even though most parents area quite anxious when it comes to finding the right kinds of day care center for their kids, the right daycare advice can help a lot in deciding which centers to go for and ease that certain worry from their minds. It is essential that parents see to it that their children gets to attend the right day care center before they are exposed to a school environment. Day care centers basically teach young children how they can socialize, easily get along with other kids, share toys and activities and basically prepare them for the formal academic training on alphabets, numbers and writing that a school in turn provides, and day care centers often are set on a part time schedule in order to keep the children interested and the easy schedules will not overwhelm them.
These day care centers are often the best choice for single parents or parents who are both working and are looking for ways for their children to be looked after during the day. Day care centers often operate within a full year program and the children are entrusted to the care of staff members and teachers who are well trained and can be relied upon to take extra great care of your kids during the day. Online webcams and automatic recurring child care payment processing are even being utilized by daycare centers across the country to ensure an additional layer of safety and security.
The best daycare advice states that children need to be about three to four years of age in order for him or her to blend in ideally in the day care environement. And there are special qualifications or qualities that parents would need to take a look at when they are choosing the right day care center for their children.
One of the first qualifications that you need to take a look at is there ought to be a particularly good match between what your child is interested in as well as their needs as well as the capabilities of the day care center to meet these interests and needs. It is also important that there is a strong, positive and continuous relationship between the day care center and your child. It is important to check the ratio of the children to the caregiver, the ideal number being four children to one caregiver. And it is also of great importance that each staff member is highly trained in child development, safety and health. Parents also need to take into consideration the hygienic practices and conditions of the center they would be leaving their children in since these are factors that can greatly affect the child’s health and safety.
Boston, MA (PRWEB) March 8, 2006
Pathways to Wellness, a Boston-based provider of holistic health services, recently launched a new Fertility Enhancement Program that combines acupuncture and yoga and is specifically designed to help women and men overcome problems related to infertility.
According to the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, an estimated 3 million couples are unable to conceive after one year of trying.
“The inclusion of acupuncture and yoga along with biomedicine creates a comprehensive fertility treatment plan that addresses all the various and complicated issues that can be present in the patient with infertility,” says Kristen Porter, MAc, LAc, Executive Director of Pathways to Wellness and New England School of Acupuncture faculty. “Holistic care provides an adjunctive treatment that brings support and nurturance to the patient in body, mind and spirit. Addressing infertility on all of these levels cultivates a landscape within that can better create and support a healthy pregnancy.”
Recent studies led by Dr. Paul C. Magarelli, an infertility doctor at the Reproductive Medicine and Fertility Center in Colorado Springs, CO and an earlier study conducted in 2002 by researchers at the University of Ulm in Germany have shown that acupuncture can enhance the success rate of in vitro fertilization (IVF). These studies indicate that using acupuncture in conjunction with IVF therapy increases the chance that the embryo will be implanted successfully and reduces the chance of miscarriage.
A 2003 Fertility and Sterility article, co-authored by a team of researchers at New York Weill Cornell Medical Center, provided a summary of research that supports acupuncture’s potential fertility-boosting benefits including regulating reproductive hormones, increasing blood flow to the uterus, and lowering stress hormones.
For many women, adding acupuncture to their infertility treatments has helped them become pregnant. And unlike many fertility drugs, acupuncture has no harmful side effects nor do women need worry about multiple births or ectopic pregnancies, common concerns when undergoing IVF and other infertility treatments.
Men, too, who are being treated for infertility problems may benefit from acupuncture according to a new study published in the July 2005 issue of the journal, Fertility and Sterility.
Findings from that study indicate that acupuncture treatments improved the quality of sperm and increased the overall number of normal sperm in a group of men with infertility problems. The researchers who conducted the study estimate that ten percent of men are infertile, and that the male partner is a factor in up to 50 percent of infertile couples.
Acupuncture and yoga can also relieve the stress and anxiety associated with infertility problems. According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, women being treated for infertility face stress levels on a par with those of women coping with illnesses such as cancer and heart disease.
Pathways to Wellness Fertility Enhancement Program’s yoga classes are designed to strengthen the body while quieting the mind and provide a supportive environment for women who are trying to conceive.
“The goal of the Fertility Enhancement Program is not simply a pregnancy, but rather identifying and rebalancing the energies of the body that are not flowing smoothly,” says Porter. “When we work at this root level, the patient experiences benefits in multiple aspects of their health and well-being. Acupuncture and yoga during pregnancy can continue to provide support and balance along with drug-free treatment of symptoms that may arise during the course of pregnancy.”
About Pathways to Wellness
Pathways to Wellness is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing equal access to high quality holistic therapies including acupuncture, shiatsu, Chinese herbal medicine, and yoga.
Open to all people needing care, Pathways to Wellness is one of the country’s largest providers of free and low-cost holistic medicine. Pathways practitioners specialize in chronic and life threatening illness, and work collaboratively in a team environment and in conjunction with Western medical professionals to offer an integrated approach to care.
Located at 142 Berkeley Street, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02116, Pathways to Wellness can be reached at 617-859-3036. Additional information on Pathways to Wellness’ services can be found on its web site at http://www.pathwaysboston.org
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