How to Avoid Feeling Like a Frumpy Mom

Although all moms feel frumpy at times, this affliction seems to hit young mothers the hardest. When many of their peers are still out dancing the night away at trendy clubs, young mothers are struggling to juggle all the responsibilities involved in raising a child to become a productive member of society. However, there are a few simple tips that can help these women get back that "spark" they fear they lost.

Instructions

1. Step 1
   Invest in a good makeup kit. What mother has time to spend hours applying multiple cosmetics in the morning, trying to decide what looks right? Kits like Avon's mark "Flip For It" compacts make it easy to get a pulled together look. Each kit has two eye shadows, two lip colors, two lip glosses, and one blush perfectly matched to help you look your best.
   
2. Step 2
   Find a signature scent. Chocolate orchid, lime lavender, lemon sugar, honey jasmine... there's nothing like the power of a great fragrance. Mark offers shower wash, scent mist, body butter, and moisture milk so you can layer your fragrance for maximum staying power. Being a mom doesn't mean you're doomed to spell like a combination of spit-up and Clorox.
   
3. Step 3
   Buy some new jewelry. It may not be practical to chase a toddler around in a skirt and heels, but wearing a pretty necklace or a fun bracelet is a simple way to brighten your day. Accessories are also cheaper than an entire outfit, which is a plus when you're saving up to take the kids to Disneyland.
   
4. Step 4
   Take time to pamper yourself. Once the kids are in bed, flip through your favorite magazine as you perk up your complexion with an oil absorbing mask. Just keep in mind it doesn't count as relaxation if you're reading something that includes articles on potty training or husbands who won't help out around the house!
   

Snipping male genitals effects female reproduction

Washingtona: By tearing parts of male genitalia in tsetse flies, researchers induced changes in female reproduction, including reduced ovulation, reduced sperm storage and increased re-mating attempts by the females."To the best of our knowledge, this was the first study to look at female choice following experimental manipulation of both male and female genitalia," said William Eberhard, staff scientist at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) and professor of biology at the University of Costa Rica.
Cryptic female choice - the ability of females to control which sperm reaches their eggs during and after the mating process - leads to rapid evolutionary changes in genital structure and is probably influenced by the number of times a female mates with different males

"The tsetse fly Kama Sutra is long and elaborate," said Eberhard, who described the 30-minute ritual during which the male rubs the underside of the female's abdomen with his hind legs, sings to her by buzzing his wings, rubs her eyes with his front legs, and so on.
With Daniel Brice'o, professor of biology at the University of Costa Rica, Eberhard modified male genital structures by cutting off a tooth that is typical of this species of tsetse fly and by smoothing a bristly surface by applying a coat of nail polish. Besides, they modified the sensations perceived by the female from these structures by altering the female sense organs on the portions of her body that these male structures contact during copulation, said a STRI release.
"We were surprised by the number of female processes that were influenced by modifying the stimuli received by the female from the male's genitalia," said Eberhard.

Lichen sclerosus

Lichen sclerosus (LI-kun skluh-RO-sus) is an uncommon condition that creates patchy, white skin that's thinner than normal. Lichen sclerosus may affect skin on any part of your body, but most often involves skin of the vulva, foreskin of the penis or skin around the anus.
Anyone can get lichen sclerosus, but postmenopausal women and children who have not reached puberty are at highest risk. Left untreated, lichen sclerosus may lead to other complications.
You may not need treatment because sometimes lichen sclerosus improves on its own. If you do need treatment, your doctor can suggest options to return a more normal appearance to your skin and decrease the tendency for scarring.

 

Lichen sclerosus is a rare skin condition characterized by white, blotchy patches of thinning skin.  

Skin anatomy

 

Your skin has three layers that house your sweat and oil glands, hair follicles, melanocytes and blood vessels.  

Skin layers and melanin

 

Melanin is a natural pigment that gives your skin its color. It's produced in cells called melanocytes.  

Lichen sclerosus in genital area

 Lichen sclerosus may affect skin on any part of your body, but most often involves the skin of the vulva, foreskin of the penis or skin in the anal area.

 

Episiotomy

The external female genitalia include the labia, the opening to the vaginal canal, and the clitoris. During birth, the vaginal canal expands to let the baby through.

 

An episiotomy may be needed if the baby's head is too big for the mother's vaginal opening, or the baby is in a breech position (feet or buttocks coming first) and there is a problem during delivery.
Just before the baby is born and while the woman is awake and pain-free (local anesthesia), an incision is made at the bottom of the vaginal opening to enlarge it for the delivery of the baby's head.

 

Stitches (sutures) are used to close the incision after both the baby and placenta have been delivered. The stitches are absorbed by the body and do not need to be removed.

 

Vulvar cancer

Vulvar cancer is an uncommon cancer of the outer surface area of the female genitalia.
Most vulvar cancers are squamous cell carcinomas — a type of skin cancer — that develop slowly over years. A small number of vulvar cancers begin as melanoma. Rarely, vulvar cancers develop in the mucus-producing glands on the sides of the vaginal opening. The sexually transmitted infection human papillomavirus (HPV) is believed to play a role in developing this form of vulvar cancer.
Getting regular gynecologic exams may increase your chance of early detection of vulvar cancer, which means a better chance of successful treatment. You may also be able to prevent vulvar cancer by engaging in safe sexual practices, and you may be able to control other risk factors as well.

Vulva

 The vulva is the outer part of the female genitalia, including the labia and clitoris. Vulvodynia can cause lasting pain and irritation in the area around the vulva.

Vulvodynia (vul-vo-DIN-ee-uh) — or chronic vulvar pain — is characterized by pain in the area around the opening of your vagina (vulva). The pain, burning or irritation associated with vulvodynia may make you so uncomfortable that sitting still for long periods or even having sex becomes unthinkable. The condition can go on for months or years.
Experts believe vulvodynia is underreported. There are several reasons why. It may be partly due to the absence of visible signs in vulvodynia. Or it could be the reluctance of many women to talk about their symptoms.
If you or someone you know is living with vulvodynia, don't hesitate to get help. Treatment options are available to lessen the pain and discomfort of vulvodynia.

Body Mechanics - Female

A good place to start is on the outside. While some women can label up parts of their external genitalia, do not worry if you are one of those who cannot. Don't worry either if parts of your genitalia appear larger or smaller than in the diagram. As with other parts such as nose, ears and hands, genitalia come in many different sizes.

 

 

On the Inside	Explanation
Ovary	There are two ovaries in the body. Ovaries have a store of eggs (ovum). Each month one, or sometimes more, is released by one of the ovaries. Ovaries are about the size of an almond.
Fallopian Tubes	Once the egg is released it travels down through the fallopian tube towards the womb or uterus
Womb/Uterus	The womb or uterus is where the baby will eventually grow. Before pregnancy, it is the size of an upside down pear, but during pregnancy it grows to accommodate the baby. After the pregnancy, the womb shrinks back down to its pre-pregnancy size.
Cervix	This is at the top of the vagina and at the bottom of the womb. During pregnancy it provides a barrier to the outside. Later in labour it opens up to allow the baby to pass through and down into the vagina.

On the Outside	Explanation
Parts of the anatomy	There are four parts of the anatomy on the outside, which consist of the clitoris, opening to the vagina, vulva and perineum.

Female external genitalia (vulva)

The external female genitalia (vulva) include:

• The opening of the vagina (also called the birth canal). The vagina is part of the reproductive tract and extends from the womb (uterus) to outside the body.
• The fleshy lips (labia majora and labia minora) around the vagina.
• A small bump of tissue (clitoris) covered with a thin flap of tissue. The clitoris is the main source of sensations during sexual activity.

During a vaginal self-examination, you can also see the urethra, an opening that leads to the bladder, and the anus, the opening that leads to the colon.

How a baby is born

Normal anatomy

The external female genitalia include the labia, the opening to the vaginal canal, and the clitoris. During birth, the vaginal canal expands to let the baby through.

Indication

An episiotomy may be needed if the baby's head is too big for the mother's vaginal opening, or the baby is in a breech position (feet or buttocks coming first) and there is a problem during delivery.

Just before the baby is born and while the woman is awake and pain-free (local anesthesia), an incision is made at the bottom of the vaginal opening to enlarge it for the delivery of the baby's head.

Aftercare

Stitches (sutures) are used to close the incision after both the baby and placenta have been delivered. The stitches are absorbed by the body and do not need to be removed.

Anti Aging Skin Care: How to delay Aging effects

If you start anti aging skin care before the aging effects then it will be more beneficial from preventing your skin to aging effects. Aging is sure and this always effects everyone’s life but if you apply some useful remedies for anti aging then aging effects will surely be delayed on your skin. To delay the aging effects you must take care of your skin by having anti aging skin care tips. Check below some of the very useful anti aging skin care tips.

• To start with anti aging skin care first you need to know your skin type, it is dry or oily. Sensitive or very thick? Only when you know your skin type only then you can start anti aging skin care.

• As you get to know your skin type, use the skin care products matching your skin type. Use only some natural skin care products that suit to your skin.

• Hydrating your skin is very important. Drink lots of water in a day to properly hydrating your skin. Regularly take 6-8 glasses of water and avoid fast foods. Fast foods may give pimples on your skin and after that they convert in wrinkles and give aging effects earlier. So, don’t eat much fast food.

• A good and healthy diet will always delay aging effects. So, take a healthy diet including green vegetables, salads and fruits with rich source of vitamins and proteins.

• Take a good sleep. This is very important for anti aging skin care. Avoid the sun and protect to your eyes from dust and sun. Put one or two drops of rose water in your eyes before sleep. This is very effective for eyes.

• Regular exercises are also very important. You can do yoga and other exercises. Face exercise is also very important to delay aging effects.

• A final step for anti aging skin care is clean your skin regularly. It should not have any dust particles on it.