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Signs & Symptoms of Pregnancy After 40
Women who get pregnant after the age of 40 experience many of the same symptoms as younger women, but they are more apt to mistake the signs for menopause, according to the Option Line website. Since women over 40 are at special risk of pregnancy complications, it is especially important to determine pregnancy early and to get proper prenatal care, according to the March of Dimes.
The 33 Signs of Menopause
Once a taboo topic, menopause and its symptoms are now discussed openly and information on the subject is widely available. There are roughly 33 classic symptoms of menopause. For menopausal women, a concise cataloging of what to expect during this transition time can be invaluable. While not every woman will experience every symptom, such lists provide vital facts in an assessable form.
Sleepless Nights: A Mother’s Survival Guide
I used to see late nights with the kids as the mental-emotional equivalent of a spike-ridden ball and chain. Walking around a dark dwelling half-lidded with the temperament of a menopausal dragon, this “ball and chain” was constantly tripping me up. While my grumpiness seemed necessary, it made the challenges of functioning with a late-night…
National Raisin Week: Celebrating Nature’s Candy!
If ever there was a fruit that I didnt mind eating in its humiliated form, it would have to be grapes. Golden brown, sweet and chewy raisins are truly a unique thing. And being that this week is National Raisin Week… I think its only fair that we place the spotlight on these wonderful little gems!
Osteoporosis in Women
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes brittle bones that can break easily. A minor injury or fall can result in a fracture in a person with osteoporosis. A lack of calcium in the bones often results in this condition. Focusing on bone health at an early age can help prevent osteoporosis, but even those who are older can take steps to strengthen their bones.