The Health Care Evolution – Ten Trends That Can Revitalize Nursing
Posted by in Health Care on January 16, 2012
Nurses are at the forefront of an evolutionary wave in health care. Whether we take leadership or not will determine nursing’s future.
These ten trends can revitalize nursing if nurses break free from the confines of the medical model and use their education and skills to become wave riders.
1. Aging Boomers
Boomers are living longer. Quantity of life is driving a desire for better quality of life. This generation wants to learn how to stay vital, mobile, healthy and productive. They are looking for guidance in health promotion and wellness, not only disease prevention and treatment.
2. A 2nd Boom
Boomers Grandchildren are driving a huge demand for family health information and support for new and working moms. From birthing to family health education and sick child care, family systems need and want professional advice and innovative strategies to raise a brighter, stronger next generation. Read the rest of this entry »
Pregnancy Health – Four Reasons to Exercise With This Pregnancy Guide
Posted by in Health Guides on January 16, 2012
It can be incredibly frustrating to keep your body trim during a pregnancy. Although it is important to exercise, it can be hard to find an exercise that is effective, yet still safe for you and your baby. If you have not found that exercise, look no further than yoga. Yoga provides a great routine for a natural, healthy pregnancy while it helps you stay fit and keep that special glow.
Here are four reasons you and your baby should get yoga busy.
(1) Most importantly, Asanas, the Sanskrit name for yoga poses, will provide a challenging workout, yet harmless enough for you to do while pregnant. Furthermore, yoga will help stimulate your natural body to ensure the mental and physical development of your child.
(2) A yoga practice encourages blood flow vital to helping your baby develop, while fueling a healthy metabolism. There are certain poses to strengthen your sex organs and birth canal which help prepare you for delivery. Other stretches can help relieve cramps or discomforts such as morning sickness and mood swings commonly experienced during gestation. Read the rest of this entry »