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How to Do Abdominal Workouts After Pregnancy

Diastasis is a common effect of pregnancy, but one that many women don’t know about. As the uterus expands during pregnancy, it puts increasing pressure on the belly button area, which is a weak muscular point in the body. The continual pressure can cause the outermost abdominal muscle to separate, creating a bulge down the middle of the belly. This condition, known as diastasis, can be aggravated further by doing abdominal exercises incorrectly or using the wrong kind. Julie Tupler, RN, developed a set of exercises to help repair the muscles and get rid of the mommy tummy bulge.

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Foot Massage Techniques

While many people incorrectly use the term foot massage as a catchall term to encompass anything that involves rubbing the feet, the truth is there are several different techniques that can be used to give a foot massage. For centuries, foot massage has been used to reduce stress, heal illness and improve circulation. For many cultures, their own specific foot massage techniques are still widely used to do so today.

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About Foot Massages

Considering that our feet bear the physical burden of each step in our day, it should be no surprise that foot massages can ease the tension and soreness of the feet almost immediately. Foot massages promote circulation, reduce cramping and help soften tense foot muscles. Foot massages not only help the feet relax, they help the whole person relax as he feels the stress being rubbed away.

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Teen Pregnancy Health Risk

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that teenage girls experience more medical complications during pregnancy than adult women. Because a teen’s body is still developing, a number of physical problems can arise. Teens also face more personal, economic and social problems related to pregnancy. While data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that more teens may be delaying sex, research suggests that a teenager’s environment often influences the decision to become sexually active at a young age.