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Travel / Re: This Is Ajose Adeogun, VI Lagos And Not New York City. by webprince(m): 8:34am On Dec 10, 2015
I dont understand why we always ask for pics of our 'not so beautiful' city/town whenever pictures of the highbrow areas are being discussed.

Every beautiful city in the world have their slums, which might be worse than our Ajegunle sef, they only showcase the beautiful ones.

Below is a pic of Bankhead in Atlanta, GA overlooking the beautiful skylines of downtown Atlanta which is always showcased.

Second pic is Queens, New York. Whereas the beautiful Broad Street and Manhattan is always showcased like our Lekki and VI.

That being said, our govt need to develop other areas too and not just focus on Wuse, VI, Garki, Lekki, etc. but we need to stop our unending comparison with other countries.

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Travel / Re: This Is Ajose Adeogun, VI Lagos And Not New York City. by webprince(m): 8:21am On Dec 10, 2015
Aseco:
Y not decorate mainland hia like iyana ipaja, Egbeda, oshodi, abule egba and so on and so forth.... Rich are getting richer n poor are getting poorer

Same with every 'beautiful' city in the world!

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Culture / Re: Who Is Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, The New Ooni Of Ife by webprince(m): 8:20pm On Oct 26, 2015
'Ki ade pe lori, ki bata pe lese'

Culture / Re: Who Is Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, The New Ooni Of Ife by webprince(m): 7:46am On Oct 26, 2015
buzquet:
Political appointee! Gone are dose days wen the gods normally select the new king

Do 'gods' really select the kings in those days? or the priest (the gods' mouthpiece) and 'afobaje's (kingmakers)
Culture / Re: Who Is Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, The New Ooni Of Ife by webprince(m): 7:27am On Oct 26, 2015
Prince Ogunwusi, the new Ooni of Ife

Culture / Who Is Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, The New Ooni Of Ife by webprince(m): 7:08am On Oct 26, 2015
Barely three months after the death of Oba Okunade Sijuwade, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, a 40-year old real estate entrepreneur and prince from the Giesi Ruling House has emerged the 51st Ooni of Ile-Ife, Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola has said in a press statement.

Born 40 years ago to the Ojaja Royal compound of Agbedegbede in the Giesi Ruling House, Mr. Adeyeye attended The Polytechnic, Ibadan, where he obtained a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accountancy.

After school, he grew rapidly in business, becoming a successful real estate merchant.

Mr. Ogunwusi is a graduate of Accountancy and a certified member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and of the Institute of Management.

He has been involved in engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts locally and abroad for over 11 years.

He was involved in the development of the Northern Foreshore Estate, Cityscape International Limited’s Buena Vista project in Lekki, Primewaterview Limited’s projects, Westcom Limited’s projects, and the Ajaokuta Steel’s and Delta Steel’s resuscitation projects

Adeyeye is currently the Managing Director of Howard Roark Gardens Limited which is undertaking multi-million naira Jacob Mews Estate project in Yaba and the Lakeview real estate development in Lekki.

http://www.nigeriagists.com/2015/10/who-is-adeyeye-enitan-ogunwusi-new-ooni.html
Health / How To Get Your Blood Pressure Down by webprince(m): 7:54pm On Oct 15, 2015
Doctors have long known that systolic blood pressure below 120 was considered normal and meant a lower risk of heart disease and kidney problems. But they would often only treat patients if that top number crept above 140, the threshold for officially having high blood pressure.

So how can patients take their blood pressure down to 120? There are a number of lifestyle interventions they may be able to tap into instead of taking a new drug. Here are their options:


Medicate

Many people have to take blood pressure medication just to stay close to the 140 mark, Bisognano said. Some may even run marathons and lead otherwise healthy lives, but just can't get down in the normal range, possibly because they are genetically predisposed to high blood pressure.

To get down to 120, these people may have to take more blood pressure medication. The most common, Bisognano said, are the "ABCDs": ACE inhibitors, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers and diuretics. Typically, patients who need more than one medication would take one from each of these classes.

Although the ABCDs can lead to side effects, such as dehydration, headache and weakness, most people can tolerate them and the problems are usually not severe, Bisognano said. In addition, "we are in a golden age of hypertension treatment, where almost all of the drugs are cheap," he said.

A medium dose of one of these medications usually brings systolic blood pressure down by about 10 points, said Dr. Karen Margolis, director of clinical research at HealthPartners Institute for Education and Research.


Lose weight

Weight loss can lower blood pressure about as much as taking a single blood pressure medication, Margolis said. Research suggests that losing about 9 pounds could reduce systolic blood pressure by 4.5 points, and one study found that maintaining weight loss of about 7 pounds for a year could even bring it down by 11 points.

It is not clear why weight loss is so beneficial for blood pressure, Bisognano said. It may lead to changes in circulation, or it may be because of the dietary changes that can accompany weight loss, such as eating less salt. "(However) we have to appreciate how difficult it is to lose weight," especially if you are busy, Bisognano said. "Sometimes you can do it and sometimes you cannot."


Exercise

Along with weight loss, exercise is probably the best way to lower blood pressure without the possible side effects of medication, Bisognano said. It makes arteries more flexible and better able to dilate, which directly reduces systolic blood pressure, he said.

The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association recommend 2½ hours a week of medium intensity physical activity, such as jogging, swimming and dancing. One study found that 10 weeks of moderate exercise, such as walking and cycling, for an hour three times a week reduced systolic blood pressure in sedentary older adults by 5 points.

For some people, however, the slog of going to the gym after a long work day may be worse than the side effects of medication, Bisognano said. But even being a "weekend warrior" can help. "Then, when your life permits you to do something once or twice a week, you'll be in physical shape to do that," Bisognano said.


Scale back the salt

One of the most important dietary changes some people can make to lower blood pressure is reducing salt intake, Bisognano said. Many of us consume 9 to 12 grams of salt a day, but the American Heart Association recommendation is 3 or 4 grams. In one study, scaling back daily salt levels from 8 grams to 4 grams was associated with a drop of 6.7 points in systolic blood pressure.

But only people whose blood pressure is affected by salt may reap this kind of blood pressure-lowering benefit. "If you don't have salt-sensitive hypertension, it will not do much," said Dr. Samuel Joseph Mann, professor of internal medicine at New York-Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical College.

About half of black people and a quarter of white people have salt-sensitive hypertension, and the numbers are higher in older people, Mann said. You can see if your hypertension is affected by salt by reducing your intake for four or five days, such as by cutting out soups and processed foods and not eating out, and measuring your blood pressure at your drugstore before and after, Mann added.


Eat more fruits and vegetables

If reducing salt is not enough, people with high blood pressure have an entire diet designed for them. Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or DASH, was developed by the National Institutes of Health and has been voted one of the best overall diets.

The DASH diet is high in fruits, vegetables and fiber, and low in sodium. It may further reduce systolic blood pressure by about 3 points compared with a regular low-sodium diet, according to a trial of DASH.

However, a drawback of the DASH diet is that it's high in carbohydrates. This can stimulate the appetite and make it harder for people to lose weight, Bisognano said. If you are trying to lose weight and lower blood pressure, diets such as Zone and South Beach, which balance carbs with protein and fat, may be easier to stick with for six months or so, he added.


Snack on chocolate

Not every tasty treat is bad for your blood pressure. Research suggests that people who ate more dark chocolate over a period of two to eight weeks had lower systolic blood pressure by about 2 points. Antioxidants in cocoa, called flavanols, may help dilate arteries.

Although this reduction in blood pressure is relatively small, it may complement other interventions. However, Bisognano said, "if you have 400 calories of dark chocolate, you don't get to have 400 calories of something else."


Don't binge drink

High blood pressure is another reason not to binge drink. Studies suggest that alcohol reduction interventions can reduce systolic blood pressure by about 4 points among people who consume between 30 and 60 drinks a week. The American Heart Association recommends that women stick to an average of one alcoholic drink a day and men to two.


Meditate

It may not come as a surprise that meditation practices that aim to improve focus and reduce anxiety may also lower your blood pressure. An analysis of studies of transcendental meditation using a short mantra found it could reduce systolic blood pressure by nearly 5 points more than those who did not meditate or used other relaxation techniques.

"We know that transcendental meditation, and other relaxation techniques such as yoga, definitely work if done regularly. The question is, can people do it regularly?" Bisognano said.


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Nairaland / General / Dangers Of Smoking Shisha by webprince(m): 7:15pm On Oct 08, 2015
Shisha or also known as sheesha, is a tobacco mixed with molasses or honey that is used for Hookah smoking. Unlike the tobacco in cigars and cigarettes, which contains industrial chemicals and artificial additives, shisha is made of only natural substances and comes in a wide range of flavors.

Shisha is said to have originated from the northwestern provinces of India along the border of Pakistan in Rajasthan and Gujarat. It soon traveled to Iran and the rest of the Arab world. However, it was in Turkey that completed its revolution, where design and tradition took form as part of its cultural characteristic. Since then, shisha has been the standard of smoking in the Middle East and the world.


Why shisha has become so popular?

With its entirely different smoking experience, shisha has become so popular not only in the Middle East but also worldwide. It has been used to smoke away stress because of the relaxing sensation that one gets and the pleasure of a flavourful smoke as well.

Another reason for its increasing popularity is the widespread misconception that it is a safer alternative to cigarette and cigar smoking. Aside from its misleading labeling like “contains 0 mg tar,” many believe that since tobacco is inhaled through water, the harmful ingredients are filtered.

Unlike cigarette smokers, shisha users are not well informed of the damaging effects of shisha to the body. Only few research have been done addressing the shisha or tobacco smoking using water pipe, and on its prevention and cessation strategies.


The health effects & dangers of shisha

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Study Group on Tobacco Product Regulation (TobReg), contrary to the popular belief, the smoke that comes from a water pipe contains numerous toxicants known to cause lung cancer, heart disease and other diseases. Although it is true that the water does absorb some of the nicotine, still shisha smokers are exposed to a sufficient dose of nicotine to cause addiction. The World Health Organization further revealed that a single session of smoking shisha yields a nicotine intake equivalent to more than one pack of cigarettes. This means that a shisha user can expect the same risk that cigarette smokers are facing.

In the research conducted by the Department of Health and Center for Tobacco Control Research, people who smoke shisha or herbal tobacco can suffer from high carbon monoxide. As with cigarettes, the presence of high levels of carbon monoxide, tar and heavy metals can be carcinogenic or cancer causing in the body. Thus, there is a high risk not only for cigarette smokers but also for shisha smokers to suffer from cancer, particularly of the lips, mouth, tongue, throat and lungs, and also cardiovascular disease.


Other health risks

Not many shisha users realise that the risk of getting communicable diseases is very high. Shisha smoking may not directly cause it but it is associated with the sharing of water pipes. Getting tuberculosis, herpes and other common illnesses like cold and flu viruses are some of the dangers of shisha which can be another problem.


Prepare yourself to quit

Quitting can be very hard but it’s taking the steps to really quit that makes it even harder. You may sometimes not be able to control yourself from thinking negative thoughts on how difficult it might be to quit shisha especially if you have been used to it for quite a long time, but staying committed will help you quit shisha successful.

The need to develop a strong personal reason to stop shisha is also very important. If you want to live a longer and healthier life, and if you care about the people you love, you need to get yourself focused on your goal.

When you feel stress building up, you are likely to continue smoking shisha. Start conditioning yourself physically through exercise. You will not only build up your health and strength but it also makes you better able to respond to stress.

With support from friends and family, you are much likely to succeed in quitting shisha. Telling them what kind of support you need, when do you need it and making clear what you expect from them helps you pursue your shisha cessation goals.


Helpful methods to quit shisha

Some people get help through Medication Therapy, which is considered to be very effective. It is very crucial to talk to your physician on the different options of medication since not all smokers are the same. Your physician will figure out which medicine is right and what are the other methods to help you out in quitting shisha.

If you prefer for a more social interaction, Cognitive Behavior Therapy works for you. It involves working with a trained therapist to talk about issues and learn ways of coping with your feelings and breaking your shisha smoking habits. Its focus is on increasing your confidence in the ability to quit shisha.


Keep a positive attitude

Joining a support group will give you an opportunity to meet and talk to other people with similar concerns. Aside from your family and friends, these people will give you additional support and you get new ideas.

Set aside a time for things you enjoy most and makes you feel better. It will help you feel relaxed and forget about stress. Remember, stress can trigger the urge to go back smoking shisha.

Take also a time out for prayer, meditation or visualisation. Massage, exercise or any other calming tasks can also help focus your thoughts.

Stay active and give yourself a healthy diet. It gives you more stamina and a steady supply of energy.

There might be a time where you feel hopeless, talk to your physician right away and share your feelings with your family and friends.


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Nairaland / General / Re: Happy Independence Day Nigeria And Happy New Month!!! by webprince(m): 6:20am On Oct 01, 2015
Happy Independence Day to a Great Nation and Good People.

The labour of our heroes past shall never be in vain.

I am proud to be a Nigerian
God Bless Nigeria!

Family / Re: Traveling During Pregnancy (all You Need To Know) by webprince(m): 5:28pm On Sep 30, 2015
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Very Nice! Thank you!
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Eloho oya come ma gi u belle cos we fit travel with am oooo cheesygrin

LOL cheesy
Family / Re: Is Sex During Pregnancy Safe? by webprince(m): 5:26pm On Sep 30, 2015
kashamyanat:
jamex93 belive it or not webprince is 100percent right because am writting out of experience. Am a mother of two luvly guys one is six(6) and the other is a year and 10months. Child birth for me have been so wonderful, without a cut or tear.

Dont mind him, he knows
Family / Re: Is Sex During Pregnancy Safe? by webprince(m): 5:25pm On Sep 30, 2015
5minsmadness:
Pls is not safe what if it hit the baby's eye..

Eye? LOL
Family / Re: Is Sex During Pregnancy Safe? by webprince(m): 5:25pm On Sep 30, 2015
jamex93:





I tell u am not just hearing this for the first time


But I still don't buy d idea


U want make him use D break d innocent pikin head ni

You are funny! ...and your D cant even get close to the baby, when its not a snake LOL
Family / Re: Things To Know About Newborns by webprince(m): 9:02pm On Sep 28, 2015
Emlina:
Noted. It will soon be needed.
wink wink wink
Family / Re: Is Sex During Pregnancy Safe? by webprince(m): 9:01pm On Sep 28, 2015
Cutehector:
Hav some respect for d unborn baby


@Cutehector & @jamex93 ...Sex during pregnancy is healthy! it: Improves orgasms, Burns calories, Lowers blood pressure, Reduces pain, Improves sleep (For moms: Sex is relaxing — so it helps you sleep better; For babies: The rocking motion of a sex session often lulls baby to sleep), Boosts immunity that helps avoid colds and other infections, Boosts happiness, Increases intimacy, Speeds up postpartum recovery: Orgasms during pregnancy prepare the pelvic floor for childbirth, which in turn speeds postpartum recovery, etc.
Family / Traveling During Pregnancy (all You Need To Know) by webprince(m): 8:55pm On Sep 28, 2015
Research your destination
People and animals in different parts of the world can carry diseases that are foreign to our bodies. Because of these differences, some countries require that people be vaccinated before they travel there so they will be immune to certain diseases. Find out which are needed for the countries you plan to visit through the Centers for Disease Control's Web site. Also check on those that are required to get back into the United States. If you have not already received one of the necessary vaccines, it's not recommended that you receive it during pregnancy.


Talk to your doctor
Before you even plan your trip, discuss your medical condition and your destination with your doctor. Some overseas destinations are not considered safe for pregnant women. If you and your doctor have agreed on your destination, find out about all the steps you should take before departing, such as having a full checkup or getting started on a prescription. Also get a copy of your medical record to take with you.


Learn about foreign medical care
Regardless of your destination, it's important to find a doctor to contact in case of an emergency. And the odds are that your doctor won't have anyone to recommend if you're traveling overseas. Find out where medical facilities and doctors are in the countries you plan to visit. If possible, contact these hospitals before you go to find a doctor who speaks English. Also speak with your insurance company to inform them of your trip and find out what medical visits or procedures would be covered.


Prepare for unsafe food and water
Travel in other countries brings you in contact with diseases that are not common in the United States. Natives of a country are used to the organisms found in the food and water, but the same organisms can make a visitor ill. As a rule, it is recommended that pregnant women avoid tap water and undercooked meat while visiting another country. There may be some countries or American resorts where this is not the case, so speak with your doctor about it if you have any doubts. Here are some ways to avoid unsafe food and water:
- Drink only bottled water, bottled or canned soft drinks, hot tea or broth. Iodine used to purify water may not be safe for pregnant women.
- Don't use ice in your drinks and don't use glasses that could have been washed in tap water. Drink out of the bottle or use paper cups.
- Avoid fresh fruits and vegetables unless they have been cooked or can be peeled.
- Stay away from raw or lightly cooked meat. It can contain organisms that cause toxoplasmosis. This disease may injure the fetus.
- Make sure the milk you drink has been pasteurized.

Eating or drinking these unsafe organisms can cause traveler's diarrhea -- which may be a minor nuisance to someone who is not pregnant, but is a greater concern for pregnant women. If you do get diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids. Do not take any medication without checking with a doctor first. A doctor can arrange for medication that is safe for use during pregnancy.


Travel Safety in Mid-Pregnancy (Week 21)

Head for the hills or the beach or the big city! This is the best time in your pregnancy to take a trip. Miscarriage isn't much of a risk now, your morning sickness has probably ended, and you're still small enough to get around easily. Use these travel tips to make the most of your last vacation (at least for a while) without night feedings, diaper bags, or a babysitter:

* Move around. The riskiest thing about travel during pregnancy is the possibility of getting a blood clot, and travel often requires long hours of sitting in a plane, bus, train, or car, which increases that risk. Get up and walk around every hour or so. Avoid crossing your legs, and if you have varicose veins or swelling problems, consider wearing support hose.
* Take your most comfortable shoes and clothing. Support hose are especially important if you're going to be sitting in cars, planes, or trains for long periods of time.
* Head off dehydration by drinking extra fluids (choose water rather than caffeinated beverages, which can contribute to dehydration), breathing steam from a cup of hot water, and using an over-the-counter saline nasal spray.
* Most airlines allow pregnant women to travel until the 36th week of pregnancy, though expectant mothers at risk for premature labor or who have placental abnormalities should avoid flying.
* Forget those multicity tours. Opt for a single destination and a pace that allows you to get off your feet in the middle of each day.
* Choose a cool climate over a hot one, now that your metabolism is in high gear, or at least be sure your hotel has air-conditioning and you can stay out of the sun.
* Beat jet lag by avoiding new time zones or start switching time zones before you leave. Switch to local time when you arrive.
* Take your good habits with you. Pack your prenatal vitamins and stick to a healthy eating plan. Continue to exercise daily.
* Lift luggage carefully: Stand alongside your suitcase, bend at your knees, grasp the handle, and straighten up. Better yet, have your partner or the bellboy carry it.
* If you have a problem with swollen ankles, wear loose-fitting shoes. Rotate your ankles and elevate your feet to improve circulation.
* Get the name of a local obstetrician and carry it with you. Also carry your medical records and insurance card.
* Check with your health insurer to find out if you're covered for health problems that occur while you're traveling and determine whether you need your insurer's approval before receiving care.
* Pick a safe destination. Now is not the time to travel to countries with unsafe drinking water, high rates of infectious diseases, or civil unrest. If you must travel to a foreign country where vaccinations are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control, check with your health care provider to weigh the risk of every vaccination against the risk of getting the disease at this point in your pregnancy.
* Don't drink the water or swim in it if you're in a country where water standards are questionable. If you're in a region where the water poses hazards, don't eat raw or unpeeled fruits and vegetables.
* When you drive, wear a lap belt and shoulder harness. The lap belt should strap beneath your abdomen, and the shoulder belt should be snug without cutting into your shoulder or neck.
* Bring extra pillows and socks no matter how you travel. They'll come in handy for comforting your back and feet.


Traveling Late in Pregnancy (Week 36)

It's best to stay home during your third trimester. If you have to travel, keep these guidelines in mind.

Think twice before you hop on a plane during these last few weeks of pregnancy. It's best to stay close to home. If you go into labor, you'll be close enough to the hospital to get there in time.

Airlines may not allow you to fly close to your due date. Some airline requires a doctor's certificate if you want to fly within seven days of your due date, and you will be forbidden to board the plane if you are in labor. Some requires any woman in her 9th month of pregnancy to present a certificate from an obstetrician, signed within the previous 72 hours, deeming her to be physically fit for flying.

Airlines clearly do not want women giving birth on their planes.

If you must travel, take a copy of your medical record and your doctor's contact information with you in case you do go into labor. Have the name and phone number of a local obstetrician handy and know where the nearest hospital is and how to get there in a hurry.

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Family / Is Sex During Pregnancy Safe? by webprince(m): 8:23pm On Sep 28, 2015
When is having sex during pregnancy risky and when can you just relax and enjoy it? Whether it's finding the safest pregnancy sex positions or what you can expect after having sex during pregnancy, we've got the answers.


When It May Be Risky

Many women and their partners may wonder: Is sex during pregnancy really safe? Luckily, for the vast majority of women, sex right up until their due date is perfectly safe -- though it may become uncomfortable as the months pass.

In some high-risk cases, however, sex during pregnancy can be risky. Many doctors recommend that women at risk for preterm labor avoid pregnancy sex because semen contains substances that can cause the uterus to contract. Your doctor or midwife will let you know if you need to be concerned.

Having Sex During Pregnancy May Be Risky If:
- Your practitioner has counseled against it for any reason.
- You have unexplained bleeding and a history of premature birth or labor.
- You have placenta previa, a condition where a portion of the placenta covers the cervix.
- Your water has broken.
- You are currently experiencing bleeding.
- You're in the last trimester, carrying multiples.

If you fall into one of the above risk categories, be sure to ask your doctor or midwife to clarify the length of time that intercourse should be restricted and any other specifics, such as avoiding orgasm. And always call your practitioner if you experience a discharge of bright-red blood after sex (especially if it's accompanied by fever), or any leaking fluid.


What You May Experience After Intercourse

You may feel your uterus contract or increased fetal activity after orgasm. In fact, uterine contractions can last for up to 30 minutes after intercourse for some women. These contractions and movements are perfectly normal and you don't need to worry about them affecting the baby.

Due to increased blood volume and engorgement, your cervix may bleed slightly after sex during pregnancy. So don't worry if you see a bit of blood, particularly in the last trimester.


Sex in the Last Trimester

As long as your pregnancy has progressed normally, you should still be able to have sex in your last months, provided you're not carrying multiples. Despite all the myths, no link has been established between preterm labor and sex in the last trimester. Lying flat on your back at this late stage in pregnancy, though, is not a good idea. Talk to your doctor or midwife about positions that are still safe.

Finally, once your water breaks you should not engage in intercourse or insert anything into the vagina, as this could cause infection.


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Family / Things To Know About Newborns by webprince(m): 3:19pm On Sep 23, 2015
Sometimes, Baby may be a little funny-looking.
His head may be smooshed from his journey through the birth canal, and he might be sporting a "bodysuit" of fine hair called lanugo. He could also be puffy-faced and have eyes that are often shut (and a little gooey). After all, he just spent nine months in the womb. But pretty soon, he'll resemble that beautiful baby you imagined.


Don't expect rewards -- smiles or coos -- until about the 6-week mark.
Up until then, you're working for a boss who only complains! To get through the exhaustion and emotional upheaval, keep this in mind: your efforts aren't lost on baby in those early days. "He feels comforted by his father or mother, he feels attachment, he likes to be held," says Los Angeles-based pediatrician Christopher Tolcher, MD.


Give baby sponge baths until the umbilical cord falls off.
If it's kept dry, it falls off faster -- usually within two weeks. Besides, newborns don't get very dirty! If the cord does get wet, pat it dry. And if the stump bleeds a little when the cord falls off, that's okay, too, as Alyson Bracken, of West Roxbury, Massachusetts, learned. "It scared me at first," she says, but then she found out that, as with a scab, mild bleeding was normal.


The soft spot can handle some handling.
"I was terrified of the soft spot," admits April Hardwick, of New York City, referring to the opening in the skull, also called the fontanel, which allows baby to maneuver out of the birth canal. "Gemma had a full head of hair at birth, and I was initially afraid to comb over the soft spot," Hardwick says. But there was no need to worry: "It's okay to touch the soft spot and baby's hair near it," says Tanya Remer Altmann, MD, pediatrician and author of Mommy Calls. The spot may pulsate because it's directly over blood vessels covering the brain.


She'll let you know if she's getting enough food.
Baby needs to eat every two to three hours -- but if you're nursing, it's tough to know how much milk she's getting. "The baby's weight is the best indicator in the early days," says Dr. Tolcher. Your pediatrician will check it within a few days of discharge. A newborn loses 5 to 8 percent of her birthweight within the first week but should gain it back by the second. Diaper-counting can also act as a gauge: her schedule those first five days is haphazard, but after that, you'll see five to six wet diapers a day, and at least one or two stools.


Dry skin is the norm for newborns.
Initially, he may be soft and silky, but that changes. "If you soaked yourself in liquid for nine months and then hit the air, you'd be dry too!" says Laura Jana, MD, pediatrician and coauthor of Heading Home With Your Newborn. You don't have to do anything about dry skin (it typically peels and flakes off), but if you're so inclined, reach for a hypoallergenic baby lotion that is fragrance-free. Little pink bumps, diaper rashes, and even baby acne may also make an appearance. "Acne tends to last for a few months," Dr. Jana says.


You don't have to hole up at home.
"Lead a normal life, but use common sense when you go out in public," Dr. Tolcher says. Keep baby out of the sun, and avoid sick people (no toddler birthday parties!) and crowded enclosed spaces (such as the mall during the holidays). "Teach older siblings to touch baby's feet instead of her hands and face, which will help prevent the spread of infection," he adds. And make your older child the hygiene police, says Dr. Jana. He'll love telling guests, "Don't touch the baby without washing your hands."


Babies cry a lot -- that's how they communicate!
Their piercing wails will let you know they're hungry, cold, have a dirty diaper, or want to be held. These early "conversations" can be frustrating, but rest assured, you'll get a better handle on what she needs in time. Laurie May, of Boardman, Ohio, and her husband quickly learned to read their daughter's hunger signal. When they were brand-new parents, they set an alarm to go off every two hours to wake Carter for a feeding. "We did not need the alarm!" she says. "We love to laugh at that one now."


Newborn babies also sleep a lot -- but not for long stretches.
Those first three months are a free-for-all. Baby needs to eat every two to three hours, so you're not getting much sleep either. "It does get better," assures Dr. Altmann. "Most infants can sleep for six to eight hours by 3 months of age." In the meantime, try to get baby on a day and night schedule: during the day, don't let him snooze more than three hours without waking him to feed; at night let him sleep as long as he wants once he's regained the weight he lost at birth.


The newborn stage is fleeting.
Stressed, tired, and lonely? Yes, those early days are hard. But they'll soon be behind you. Barbara Evans, of New York City, says, "I wish I'd known how quickly the time goes." The mom to Luella, 8 months, says, "I didn't take enough pictures or keep notes!" Rabeea Baloch, of Sugarland, Texas, shares some veteran-mom experience: "With my first, I stressed over every single thing, from changing diapers to whether baby was crying more than usual. With my second, I just enjoyed holding her, smelling her, kissing her, and loving the time together."

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Health / Shisha / Hookah Is More Harmful Than Cigarettes by webprince(m): 2:48pm On Sep 23, 2015
Shisha smoking – also called hookah, narghile, waterpipe, or hubble bubble smoking – is a way of smoking tobacco, sometimes mixed with fruit or molasses sugar, through a bowl and hose or tube.

Shisha has become a trendy pursuit for youths, it is usually shared between friends and is an enjoyable and relaxing experience. But here’s the shocking truth – a single session of smoking shisha is the same as smoking 200 cigarettes, health expert warns.

Most shisha smokers are unaware of the health risks involved. Some don’t even realise that there’s tobacco involved and so they don’t regard shisha as smoking.”

Addressing the misconceptions about shisha smoking
Unlike cigarette smoking, which is always portrayed negatively in the media, the harmful effects of shisha smoking are not as well known. “Cigarette boxes carry mandatory health warnings but you don’t see similar warnings at shisha joints”.

For a start, shisha is often smoked in a social gathering, in the intimate ambience of a comfortable cafe. It has none of the negativity associated with cigarette smoking.

Also, shisha boasts natural fruit flavours such as apple, lemon, orange and melon. So those who are not in the know tend to associate shisha with being fruity and healthy. Some may even see it as a safer alternative to cigarettes.

How harmful is it?
But shisha smoking is far from benign.

Shisha smoke is often laced with carcinogens or cancer causing substances. Regular smoking of shisha may lead to cancer of the lungs, mouth, stomach and oesophagus. This is on top of health conditions like impaired pulmonary function, heart disease and reduced fertility.

According to recent research by the World Health Organisation (WHO), it is estimated that a smoker inhales half a litre of smoke per cigarette, while a shisha smoke can take in anything from just under a sixth of a litre to as much as a litre of smoke per inhalation.

Meanwhile, experts at the London-based Department of Health and the Tobacco Control Collaborating Centre have found that one session of smoking shisha resulted in carbon monoxide levels spiking to at least four times more than the amount produced by one cigarette.

Sharing a shisha pipe might also expose you to infections such as herpes and tuberculosis. “That’s because the water pipe may be a breeding ground for bacteria”.

The perils of second-hand smoke
Even if you’re not smoking shisha, just sitting with your friends at the same table exposes you to dangerous second-hand smoke.

Breathing in this less-than-desirable smoke means that you face an increased risk of health conditions like:
- Rhinosinusitis, an inflammation of the nose or sinuses
- Asthma
- Coughing and sore throat
- Cancer
- Heart disease

So if you don’t smoke shisha, it may be better if you didn’t hang around a shisha lounge. And if you do smoke shisha, it may be time to quit.

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Food / Re: Foods You Should Be Eating If You Want To Lose Weight by webprince(m): 12:57am On Sep 18, 2015
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Romance / Re: Signs You Are In The Right Relationship by webprince(m): 8:16am On Sep 17, 2015
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Romance / Signs You Are In The Right Relationship by webprince(m): 2:47pm On Sep 14, 2015
Relationships are tricky things. Sometimes they are difficult to navigate. Sometimes you’ve been in one too long to realize it’s not right. Sometimes you get so comfortable with unhappiness that you forget what happiness looks like, or don’t feel like you can do better.

But when you’re in the right relationship, everything is different. The sun shines brighter, your smiles are bigger, and even doing mundane chores becomes more enjoyable. It’s good to have clear signs that you’re in the right relationship, and it’s also good to have tasks that you can work on to improve your relationship. Either way, read on for 15 telltale signs it’s the real deal.

1. You spend time together doing things you both enjoy.
It’s great to do what he likes. It’s great to do what she likes. But what’s even better is to find things you both like, and to do them together. It took us nearly four years of marriage to really find things that we both like, but we’re starting to hit a great stride with things like working out together, mountain biking, playing paintball (yep, she loved it!), and even writing together.

2. You spend time apart, doing things you enjoy.
When you’re in the right relationship, your partner understands that there are things you want to do alone. Maybe he’s a gamer, maybe she loves Pinterest. We all need time to do our own things, and the right relationship is one in which both partners understand and appreciate that about each other.

3. You fight productively.
When you’re in the right relationship, fighting is never about winning. It’s not even about getting your point across (though sometimes it takes that ugly turn). A productive fight is about understanding the other person, finding common ground, compromising, and respecting each other throughout the process. If you end a fight feeling like you’ve won, you’re doing it wrong.

4. You each have your own friends and share friends too.
Some of my friends are in relationships where they only have couple friends. Others only have their own sets of friends. When you’re in the right relationship, you find balance between your social circle, your partner’s, and your shared circle. Missing any of those three elements may be a sign of concern.

5. You maintain self-identity.
You celebrate being you. Your partner does the same. And you appreciate each other more for maintaining your self-identity. In the right relationship both partners are nurtured to continuously improve and develop their “self.”

6. Your friends and family like you together.
One of the easiest ways to know if you’re in the right relationship is to pay attention to the feedback you get from friends and family. Assuming your friends and family want what is best for you, a lot of negative feedback is a bad sign. That doesn’t mean everyone will be enthusiastic about your relationship, but the overall sense you get should be positive.

7. You are able to disagree respectfully.
Some things you wont agree on. It happens. The right relationship isn’t about everything being perfect, but about partners maintaining a high level of respect when things don’t go perfectly. You can disagree. My wife and I disagree often. But what separates our disagreements from others I’ve seen is that we do it respectfully. There are no hurt feelings, no efforts to change the other person’s mind at all costs, nothing like that. We don’t need to agree on everything. And that’s an important realization, because we definitely don’t.

8. You better your partner, and they better you.
My wife makes me better. Her academic pursuits inspired me to further my own. Her writing inspires me to write. My love for running inspired her to start. It’s a back and forth of improving one’s self through the inspiration of the other. We make each other better, and that’s a sure sign that we’re in the right relationship.

9. You share a passion for your future together.
Ever met the guy who just isn’t interested in “settling down”? If you’re dating that guy, you’re doing yourself a disservice. In the right relationship both partners are enthusiastic about a future together. And while not everything lasts forever, partners who share a vision for what their future entails are in a much better position than partners who don’t, or worse, don’t even discuss the topic.

10. You’re attracted to your partner, mind, body, and spirit.
Sure, you’re attracted to them. That attraction is probably the first thing that motivated the pursuit of a relationship. But are you attracted to his mind? Are you attracted to her spirit? Is he the kind of person you could have conversations with years from now when you’re both old and wrinkly? Is she the kind of person whose joy will shine through when her face shows her age? You’re in the right relationship when you’re just as excited about the late night conversations as you are about what happens between the sheets.

11. You keep each other’s secrets.
Do you keep her secrets? Does she keep yours? Are you diligent about protecting your partner’s privacy? This is a small, but very important issue that signifies the level of respect and value you hold for your partner. You’re in the right relationship when you are impressed with how much your partner values protecting your secrets.

12. You make a good team.
Ever been in a kayak with your partner? That’s how I first realized my wife and I had some work to do with regards to being a good team. We couldn’t steer, we were super slow, and we complained a lot because we weren’t working together. We’ve since gotten much better. It’s a silly example, but there is value in it. If you and your partner are already making a good team, you’re in the right relationship.

13. You enjoy doing even mundane tasks together.
Grocery shopping is literally one of my favorite things to do with my wife. I take food seriously, and walking around in the grocery story planning our meals and trying new things is really fun. Even a day of errands and chores can be fun if you’re with the right person. Ask yourself this: Could you enjoy a day cleaning out the garage or attic with your partner? If the answer is yes, you’re in the right relationship.

14. You are compatible sexually.
This probably goes without saying, but I’m going to say it anyway! You aren’t always going to be on the same level. Sometimes you’ll want more, sometimes she will. Sometimes you’ll feel adventurous, sometimes he will. But, generally speaking, you should be compatible with your sexual interests and desires, in quality, quantity, style, and all other characteristics. If you’re a 3–4 times a week kind of person and your partner considers once a week a chore, you might need to reconsider the longevity of your relationship.

15. You share financial goals.
Finances break up even the best of relationships. It’s a good start to share ideas about financial goals, how much income you require to be happy and not stressed, what you want to do about retirement and savings, etc. Strong couples even share budgets and create financial challenges for themselves. If you have your finances in order, you’re probably in the right relationship.

There are many other telltale signs, but these are a few to get you started. Look over the list and do a relationship audit. Does your relationship show signs of being the right one? Are there areas you can improve to get yourself there? Is it time to re-evaluate the relationship you’re in? While these signs may not be universal, they are very telling as to whether or not your relationship even has the legs. Do yourself a favor and really observe your relationship with a keen eye. You may be surprised to find he or she really is the one. Or you may save yourself wasted years and a lot of heartache.

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Romance / Re: How To Make A Long Distance Relationship Work by webprince(m): 2:45pm On Sep 07, 2015
Abudu2000:
goodmorning all,well the op really tried but you know what they say that a dog tat is about to cross the road will never listen to the master's call do opp weting go happen will surely happen no matter what you do

lol ...thats like 'throwing in the towel' without trying.
Romance / Re: How To Make A Long Distance Relationship Work by webprince(m): 6:08am On Sep 07, 2015
phaieet:
Am in a long distance relationship and almost all wat you listed is wat we do. It helps and challenging too tho

Yeah it can be challenging. I pray everything work out for you

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Romance / How To Make A Long Distance Relationship Work by webprince(m): 11:10am On Sep 04, 2015
Many people believe that long distance relationships are never going to work out. Your family may discourage it, and some of your best friends may advise you not to take it too seriously, in case you get your heart broken.

Nobody says it is going to be easy — the extra distance makes many things unachievable. Things could get complicated, and you could get sad and lonely at times. However, the extra distance also makes the simplest things the sweetest, being able to hold the other person’s hand, eating together at the same table, feeling each other’s touch, taking a walk together, smelling each other’s hair… these small wishes could suddenly mean so much more in a long distance relationship.

Long distance relationship may be tough but it has its own surprises too. To keep your love alive and strong, here are the 21 tips to make your long distance relationship work:

1. Avoid excessive communication.
It is unwise to be overly “sticky” and possessive. You two don’t really have to communicate 12 hours a day to keep the relationship going. Many couples thought that they need to compensate for the distance by doing more. This is not true. And it might only make things worse. Soon you would get tired of “loving.” Remember: Less is more. It is not about spamming — you are only going to exhaust yourselves. It’s really about teasing at the right moments and tugging at the right spots.


2. See it as a opportunity.
“If you want to live together, you first need to learn how to live apart.” – Anonymous

View it as a learning journey for the both of you. See it as a test of your love for each other. As the Chinese saying goes, “Real gold is not afraid of the test of fire.” Instead of thinking that this long distance relationship is pulling you two apart, you should believe that through this experience, the both of you will be bound together even stronger.


3. Set some ground rules to manage your expectations.
Both of you need to be clear with what you expect of with each other during this long distance relationship. Set some ground rules so that none of you will do things that will take the other party by surprise. For instance, are you two exclusive? Is it alright for the other person to go on dates? What is your commitment level? It’s better to be open with each other about all these things.


4. Try to communicate regularly, and creatively.
Greet each other “good morning” and “good night” every day — this is a must. On top of that, try to update your partner on your life and its happening, however mundane some of the things may seem. To up the game, send each other pictures, audio clips and short videos from time to time. By putting in this kind of effort, you make the other person feel loved and attended to.


5. Talk dirty with each other.
Sexual tension is undoubtedly one of the most important things between couples. Sexual desire is like a glue that keeps both parties from drifting apart. Not only is sex a biological need, it is an emotional one as well. Keep the flames burning by sending each other teasing texts filled with sexual innuendos and provocative descriptions. Sexy puns work pretty well too.

1. Have a goal in mind.
“What do we want to achieve at the end of the day?” “How long are we going to be apart?” “What about the future?” These are the questions you two need to ask yourselves. The truth is, no couple can be in a long distance relationship for forever. Eventually we all need to settle down.

So make a plan with each other. Do up a timeline, marking down the estimated times apart and times together, and draw an end goal. It is important that you two are on the same page and have the same goals. So that even if you are not living in the same space and the same timezone, both of you are still working together in the same direction towards a future that includes one another.


6. Avoid “dangerous” situations.
If you already know that going to the club or going drinking with your group of friends late at night will displease your partner, then you should either 1. Not do it or 2. Tell your partner beforehand so as to reassure him/her. Don’t be careless about this sort of matter because your partner is only going to be extra worried or extra suspicious, and of course, very upset, because you are putting him/her in a position where he/she feels extra powerless/lacking in control.

Also, It could be easy for you to fall into the trap which you, unconsciously or not, set up for yourself by “hanging out” with your office eye-candy after work, or going out with a girl or guy from your past who has been flirting with you. You need to recognize the dangers before entering into the situation. Don’t just listen to your heart. Listen to your mind too.


7. Do things together.
Play an online game together. Watch a documentary on YouTube or Vimeo at the same time. Sing to each other on Skype while one of you plays the guitar. “Take a walk together” outside while video-calling each other. Go online-shopping together — and buy each other gifts (See #13). You really have to be creative and spontaneous about it.


8. Do similar things.
Recommend books, TV shows, movies, music, news and etc. to each other. When you read, watch and listen to the same things, you get to have more topics in common to talk about. This is a good to create some shared experiences even though you are living apart.


9. Make visits to each other.
Visits are the highlight of every long distance relationship. After all the waiting and yearning and abstinence, you finally get to meet each other to fulfill all the little things like kissing, holding hands, etc. which are all common to other couples but so very special and extra intimate for people in long distance relationships. It will be like fireworks, glitter bombs, confetti, rainbows and butterflies everywhere.


10. Have a goal in mind.
“What do we want to achieve at the end of the day?” “How long are we going to be apart?” “What about the future?” These are the questions you two need to ask yourselves. The truth is, no couple can be in a long distance relationship for forever. Eventually we all need to settle down.

So make a plan with each other. Do up a timeline, marking down the estimated times apart and times together, and draw an end goal. It is important that you two are on the same page and have the same goals. So that even if you are not living in the same space and the same timezone, both of you are still working together in the same direction towards a future that includes one another.


11. Enjoy your alone time and your time with your friends and family.
You are alone but you are not lonely, unless you choose to feel like it. You don’t have to let your world revolve around your partner — you still have you, your friends and your family. Take this time apart to do more with your friends and family. Go to the gym more often. Get a new hobby. Binge-watch shows. There are plenty of things for you to do that doesn’t involve your partner.


12. Stay honest with each other.
Talk about your feelings of fear, insecurity, jealousy, apathy, whatsoever. If you try to hide anything from your partner, that secret will sooner or later swallow you up from inside out. Don’t try to deal with things all by yourself. Be open and honest with each other. Let your partner help you and give you the support you need. it’s better to look at the problem during its initial stage than to only disclose it when it’s all too late.


13. Know each other’s schedules.
It’s helpful to know when the other person is busy and when he/she is free, so that you can drop a text or make a call at the right time. You wouldn’t want to disturb your partner when he/she is in the middle of class or halfway through a business meeting. Know the small and big events that are taking place or will take place in each other’s life e.g. college mid-terms and exams, important business trips and meetings, job interviews and etc. This is especially essential when the both of you are living in different time zones.


14. Keep track of each other’s social media activities.
Like each other’s photos on Facebook and Instagram. Tweet each other. Tag each other. Share things on each other’s walls. Show that you care. Be cool about stalking each other.


15. Gift a personal object for the other person to hold on to.
There is power in a memento. Be it a small pendent, a ring, a keychain, a CD of songs and videos, or a bottle of fragrance. We often attach meanings to the little things and items found in our everyday life, whether knowingly or not. This is what we all do — we try to store memories in physical things, in hope that when our mind fails us, we can look or hold on to something that will help us remember. This is why something so simple can mean so much to a person, when others may see little or no value in it.


16. Get a good messaging app.
This is extremely important because texting is the most frequent and common way of communication the two of you have. You need a good messaging app on your phones that allow interactions beyond just words and emoticons.


17. Snail-mail it!
Mail each other postcards and hand-written love letters. Send each other gifts across the globe from time to time. Flower deliveries on birthdays, anniversaries and Valentine’s Day. Shop online and surprise each other with cool T-shirts, sexy underwears and such.


18. Stay positive.
You need to be constantly injecting positive energy into the long distance relationship to keep it alive. Yes, the waiting can be painful and you can sometimes feel lonesome but you need to remind yourself that the fruits at the end will be sweet as heaven. One good trick to staying positive is to be grateful all the time. Be thankful that you have someone to love — someone who also loves you back. Be thankful for the little things, like the hand-made letter that arrived safely in your mailbox the other day. Be thankful for each other’s health and safety.


19. Keep each other updated on each other’s friends and family.
Because gossips and scandals are always the best things to go on and on about.


20. Video-call whenever possible.
Because looking into each other’s eyes and hearing each other’s voices can make everything feel alright again.


21. Give each other pet names.
Because it’s cute. It keeps the lovey-dovey going.

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Travel / Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by webprince(m): 4:01am On Aug 30, 2015
FinanceFitness:
Sorry, i didn't deliver in Atlanta- try shawbabe, mrsdan and ewa.

Popular hospitals - Northside, Emory.

You can also try Piedmont - they are reasonably priced for normal delivery.



Thanks, I appreciate
Travel / Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by webprince(m): 3:59am On Aug 30, 2015
firsttymum:

Sorry I'm not Atlanta bound so I have little or no interest in that area.
U can type "hospital in Atlanta" in d search option and see what u can get

Ok. Thanks
Travel / Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by webprince(m): 3:54am On Aug 30, 2015
ewa2014:
Try Emory... It's not so expensive

Thanks
Travel / Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by webprince(m): 10:14pm On Aug 28, 2015
firsttymum:
Nogen congratulations.... More blessings and favors awaits you amen

Hi @firsttymum

Pls do you know any other affordable Hospital for delivery in Atlanta aside Grady and Northside?
Travel / Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 2 by webprince(m): 8:45pm On Aug 28, 2015
FinanceFitness:
Go smart -$25 pm


Hi FinanceFitness, Pls I will like to ask you some questions about your previous delivery in Atlanta. How can I reach you? phone or email.
Thanks

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