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HOT FOOT BATHS In this method, the patient should keep his or her legs in a tub or bucket filled with hot water at a temperature of 400C to 450C. Before taking this bath, a glass of water should be taken and the body should be covered with a blanket so that no heat or vapour escapes from the foot bath. The head should be protected with a cold compress. The duration of the bath is generally from 5 to 20 minutes. The patient should take a cold shower immediately after the bath. The hot foot bath stimulates the involuntary muscles of the uterus, intestines, bladder and other pelvic and abdominal organs. It also relieves sprains and ankle joint pains, headaches caused by cerebral congestion and colds. In women, it helps restore menstruation , if suspended, by increasing supply of blood especially to the uterus and ovaries. COLD FOOT BATH Three to four inches of cold water at a temperature of 7.20C to 12.70C should be placed in a small tub or bucket. The feet should be completel...

One of the main reasons for feeling insecure in a marriage is the loss of self-esteem. If your spouse is busy and is unable to give you sufficient time it could invite trouble. You may feel that you are not good enough for your spouse, and he/she is doing you a favour by being with you. These thoughts are extremely negative, not just for you but for the marriage. Below are some tips that can help you against such negativity. 1). Communication One of the worst things that sets off insecurity in marriages is the lack of communication. Instead of letting it affect your marriage, make sure you communicate your feelings and emotions honestly. Remember that not everyone will think and feel the same way about a situation. 2). Trust Trust is a big thing, and you must learn to build it. When you lose faith and trust in your spouse, you doubt him for every thing. This begins the cycle of mistrust, doubt, and insecurities in a marriage. Unless you have had any reason to doubt your s...

Children are inbuilt intruders in a marriage. They need much attention, so much help and assistance, so often. Immature parents often fail to see that children, despite all their needs, also need boundaries, and end up putting parenting above their marriage. As a result, their marriage will be in deep trouble soon. Again, the real cause has little to do with the children themselves but with character issues of the spouses.Here are a few examples and possible solutions. 1). Misperceptions about parenting Right now, we live in a “childocentric” culture, which gives some parents the impression that caring for their children is all that counts. Some parents rather break up with their spouses than taking time and energy away from their children for the benefit of the relationship. They need to realize that this is a serious misperception and adjust their values appropriately. 2). Children appear easier to deal with Sometimes a parent has the impression that dealing with childr...

Every marriage has to face conflicts. Conflicts may arise from the outside when we allow external intruders to interfere with our marriage or from the inside. The difference between a good and a bad marriage is not, whether conflicts are present, but how we proceed to resolve them. But first, let's look at  various sources of external and internal conflicts. Thereafter, in our subsequent articles, we shall proceed to how each conflicts can be resolved. The root cause of conflicts in marriage: External Work. Children. Affairs.  In-laws. Friends. Television.  Internet (social media). Addictions. Most of these aren’t bad in themselves, but they can be destructive for a relationship, when they come between a couple’s love. The root cause of conflicts in marriages: Internal They range from simple disagreements about unimportant things to serious problems that are caused by sinful behavior of one spouse. Common examples are:  Sin of one spouse. ...

In-laws, their interference with a couple’s marriage has been the subject of many sad stories.We hear of of couples who still compare everything their spouse do with the way mother used to do it. Or of couples whose marriage is essentially run by one of the spouses’ parents who make all the important decisions. As before, the real issues are not the in-laws who don’t seem to be willing to leave us alone, but character issues in one or both of the spouses. Below are some of the reasons. 1). Incomplete leaving Some couples experience that the real allegiance of their spouse is not with them but with their parents and/or siblings. For her, family (of origin) comes first and he(husband) gets what is left over.For such marriage to work, the spouse needs to loosen her ties with the family of origin and forge new ones with the new family she is creating through marriage. 2). Financial dependency Some couples have gotten used to receiving financial support from one of the spouse’...

The wrong words can attract the wrong candidates. Learn to craft job postings that will reach the right people. The most important factor in getting the perfect applicant is to create a detailed job post about your expectations.  It should include "general information" about your business and your everyday needs, in addition to the exact services that you require help with. The more information you provide, the smoother the process will go. A few of the more important criteria to include in your job post are: Workflow : What task(s) will you need completed? Are they recurring? Communication : How will the applictant communicate with you? Technical : What’s your current process for this position? Background : Are there any additional industry requirements or unique challenges? Preference : What are some character traits or work backgrounds you’d like to see? Project Length: How long do you anticipate needing such applicant(s)? Deadlines : Are ...

The interview process is a great opportunity to learn about each applicant’s personal and professional skills. It is generally recommended to schedule an interview with at least three candidates in total, and preferably with one that is towards the higher end of the spectrum in terms of experience.  This gives you a baseline to judge the others by. Talk About Relevant Experience : Ask each applicants how much knowledge they have about your industry/organization. If you have unique challenges that need attention, be sure to discuss them early in the interview as well. Ask about Actual Processes : Learning how the applicant processes will give you a lot of insight into their ability to handle the tasks ahead. Present a Real-World Scenario : Ask specific questions about your business/service that require a solution. By putting each applicants on the spot, you’ll have a better idea of how they respond to pressure. Measure your Comfort Levels : While each applicant’s skil...

3 Points employers look out for before shortlisting any applicant(s) As applications are submitted, employers critically evaluate the most promising applicants to create a shortlist of people who they want to interview.  Here are those points: Professionalism :  Which candidates tailored their submission to your specific project requirements? Do they seem to genuinely care about your needs? How is each candidate’s communication skills? Talent  Does each candidates Profile/Cover letter/Curriculum vitae show a strong history of success? Do they have experience within your industry/organization? If applicable, who is proficient with your current software? Feedback :  How have formal employers described their relationship with this applicant? Are there any that stand out? We hope you found this article valuable and hope it gave you some good idea about points to look out for before shortlisting any applicant. Got any views to share? Let us ...

As an expectant mother, you need to be careful about every aspect of your life, including your food, lifestyle and sleep. Improper hygiene may put your baby at an increased risk of developing infections. Right now, your developing baby is more vulnerable and weak. In most severe cases, it may also result in severe health problems in the baby. Chronic exposure to toxins and other harmful agents during pregnancy could also lead to certain malformations in the baby. Hence, the need for personal hygiene during pregnancy. Here we’ve listed out some important (not limited to these) aspects of pregnancy hygiene that you must focus on. Personal Hygiene Personal hygiene is undoubtedly the most important factor you must pay attention to during your pregnancy: Have a bath regularly. Keepthe pubic area clean and hair-free to prevent any genital infections that may also harm your baby. Use plain and unperfumed soaps to clean your private parts_this helps maintain the pH levels. Choose ...

Pregnancy is a normal and healthy state that many women aspire to at some point in their lives. However, pregnancy can make women more susceptible to certain infections. Pregnancy may also make these infections more severe. Even mild infections can lead to serious illness in pregnant women. Some infections that occur during pregnancy primarily pose a risk to the mother. Other infections can be transmitted to the baby through the placenta or during birth. When this occurs, the baby is at risk for health complications as well. Here’s a list of infections in pregnancy you should be careful about; hepatitis B and C, urinary track infection, sexually transmitted disease, chicken pox, genital herpes, and rubella. Some infections that develop during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage, preterm labour, or birth defects. They may even be life-threatening for the mother. To complicate matters, the medications used to treat infections can cause serious side effects, especially for the baby....

In most cases, jealousy does not always mean that your spouse is upset with or insecure about you. Sometimes, jealousy can stem from "deep" love. Whether you are the jealous partner or whether your spouse is the jealous one, irrational jealousy can eventually destroy your marriage. Jealousy is a reaction to a perceived threat_real or imagined_to a valued relationship or to its quality. However, when you observed any of the following habits, then, there's jealousy in your marriage; resentment, lack of trust, anger, more arguments, need for continual reassurance, desire for revenge, constant questioning which may in turn lead to end of your marriage. To understand how you can deal with a jealous spouse, or your own jealousy, understand the reason behind that. 1). Your imagination It is possible that you imagine the worst scenarios and are always worried that your spouse is doing something behind your back. But just because it is in your head, does not mean it is rea...

A healthy consumption of protein is essential for the development of the muscles, bones cartilage and blood. It is also instrumental to general growth, maintenance and repair of the body. One major source of protein is Meat. Meat, whether red or white, is composed mainly of water, protein, essential amino acids and fat, and essentially prevents zinc and iron deficiency in the body.  Research shows that 40% of girls between 11 and 18 years of age and 23% of women between 19 and 64 years have low iron intakes, leading to anemia (symptoms could be fatigue, headache, inability to concentrate and touchiness.  Meat is a great source of vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, thiamine, biotin, pantothenic, folacin, iron, copper, manganese, among others. Red meat, for instance, contains vitamins B6, which is vital for normal immune function and helps to regulate blood sugar level; and B12, a building block for red blood cells and the DNA inside the cells. It is also rich in iro...

Fashion Designer Fashion designers design garments which are functional as well as attractive and in keeping with trends, market predictions and the climate. They have knowledge about fabric, weave, draping qualities, material, colour and design and the changing trends. How long does it takes one? Designers who complete a bachelor's degree before seeking work in fashion take about 4 years to start their careers. While most graduates find work in fashion or related fields after school, it can take years for a designer to gain recognition in the industry. Fashion Designing process involves; Exploration and research. Sketching the original idea on paper. Shaping the pattern pieces which make the garment. The pieces are then drawn in actual size on paper and cut out on a rough material, stitched together and fitted on a model. Modifications in the pattern pieces or other features of the mock up are made and thus the design is completed. Garments are then made in...