Posts Tagged ‘sleep’
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
Drank Sleep Drink
Drinking while breastfeeding
Introduction
If you make the decision to breastfeed your baby, what steps should you take to ensure your baby receives the best nourishment? While many mothers are aware that avoiding alcohol whilst pregnant is advisable, it seems that the guidelines for post pregnancy are somewhat unclear. After consulting with the experts we have complied some essential facts about drinking alcohol whilst breastfeeding.
The effect of alcohol
• The level of alcohol in a mother’s bloodstream is very similar to the levels in the breast milk
• Levels peak between 30 and 60 minutes of drinking alcohol, or 90 minutes if you drank with a meal.
• It takes between two and three hours for a unit of alcohol (a small glass of wine, or half a pint of ordinary-strength beer) to leave a nursing mum’s breast milk. The effect on your baby
• Breast milk containing alcohol is likely to disrupt your babies sleep patterns and cause the baby to become agitated
• Larger amounts of alcohol may cause a sedative effect
• Research shows that babies may take around 20% less milk if alcohol is present in breast milk. This is because alcohol inhibits the mother’s ‘let-down’ which releases milk to the nipple.
Consequently, babies are likely to need feeding more often and may even go on ‘nursing-strike’ due to the altered taste of the milk. In moderation Dr Wendy Jones, a pharmacist who is a Registered Breastfeeding Supporter with the UK based Breastfeeding Network says it’s safe for breastfeeding mothers to drink alcohol “within reason” – a position supported by La Leche League and the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Drugs. “An occasional glass of wine is fine but binge or regular drinking above the recommended daily levels of two to three alcohol units is harmful to mum and baby,” says Wendy. “It is better not to drink every day but to keep alcohol for social occasions.”
However if you do drink over the recommendations at a social occasion, you may want to avoid breastfeeding. Wendy advises, “If you feel drunk and particularly if you have drunk enough to vomit, it is better not to breastfeed for 12 hours”. Alcohol contained in breast milk will not remain there once the alcohol has passed from the mothers system. Therefore ‘pumping and dumping’ to expel the milk containing alcohol is not necessary. Know your limits According to breastfeeding consultant and former maternity nurse, Geraldine Miskin, first-time mums often choose to avoid alcohol altogether, however those with children tend to be more comfortable including alcohol in their diet. “They have experience looking after small babies and children and know their boundaries,” she says. “Managing family needs with a sore head will definitely not be part of their plan.
However, if you have more than one child and a crazy day with no help – a glass of wine at the end of the day keeps you sane!” Geraldine suggests that mothers who do want a drink should follow these guidelines;
• Have alcohol with a meal and shortly after a feed, so there is time to process the alcohol before baby needs to feed again.
However, she advises having at least two alcohol-free days each week: “This way you won’t become dependent on ‘that one glass of wine’ at the end of a long day, which can quickly become two or three”. Is abstinence best? Many take a very different view on alcohol and breastfeeding. Janet Fyle, professional policy advisor at the Royal College of Midwives (RCM), argues that drinking in moderation sends out the wrong signal to mothers. “The RCM advises abstinence in pregnancy and during breastfeeding,” says Janet. “In the light of all the evidence, we believe cumulative alcohol consumption can be harmful to mother and baby.” Janet argues that advising women it is OK to drink in moderation is very dangerous, as many ask the question, “What is moderation? If someone is consuming alcohol regularly, it’s very easy for them to cross the line.” Mothers raising children alone without support and those with post-natal depression could be particularly at risk. Mothers nursing their babies in bed should be particularly careful. “If you are co-sleeping, you must never consume alcohol because of the danger of suffocation,” says Janet. “The same applies to your partner.” While abstinence is the College’s official recommendation, midwives are encouraged to consider the individuals circumstances when advising on drinking alcohol. Janet stresses, “We’re not trying to tell people how to live their lives. If someone says ‘I’m going off to a wedding, can I have a glass of champagne?’, that’s different.”
Conclusion – What is best for baby?
The evidence suggests that for mothers who want to enjoy the odd drink, switching to bottle-feeding is not necessary and may deny your baby the benefits of breast milk. “Breast milk from a mother, who has the occasional small glass of wine or half a pint of beer (the equivalent of one to two alcohol units) is still superior to formula milk, which does not contain all the immunological and other special properties we know breast milk has,” says Wendy. “If you know your boundaries with alcohol, there is no need to switch to formula,” agrees Geraldine. “Just think of all the benefits your baby will be missing out on if you give up breastfeeding during the day – just so that you can have a glass of wine at night.”
About the Author
Drinkaware – the facts about alcohol Drinkaware provides consumers with information to make informed decisions about the effects of alcohol on their lives and lifestyles. Our public education programmes, grants, expert information, and resources help create awareness and affect positive change.
How do i make my wife sleep while we drink alcohol? i need to go get her surprise without her…help!?
its a coach bag, but i need to get it tomorrow afternoon cause thats when my discount expires, but we both have off and i dont want her to see it yet. should i make her drink camemol tea? or put something on her drink? help!
stop being a lil girl and go get it!
Tell her you have to clean the car, buy band aids, condoms whatever works when you make up an excuse!
WTH??¿¿ why would you put drugs to make yor wife fall asleep?
Some ppl are real psichos…
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
Sleep Apnea Mask Treatment
Humidifiers: Cut Down on Irritation from Sleep Apnea Machines
Although useful in sleep apnea therapy, CPAP air from sleep apnea machines is actually an irritant. The increased airflow from Respironics CPAP machines and other brands affects everyone differently – some patients may experience bleeding and irritation that can lead to infection, while others are more prone to excess mucous, which can lead to sneezing and congestion. Some patients’ irritation may accumulate from extended use, while other new patients might react poorly to CPAP air from their first couple of treatments.
For sleep apnea patients, humidification is the best option to cut down on irritation and avoid these symptoms.
Just like CPAP machines, humidifiers come in all shapes and sizes – some are attached directly to sleep apnea masks or machines, while others are intended to stand on their own. Here are some of the different types of humidifiers:
Heated humidifier: As the name suggests, a heated humidifier relies on heat to create moisture. These machines typically have several heat settings so patients can customize the amount of moisture they wish to receive. Heated humidifiers are considered very effective and typically have small, convenient water chambers.
Passover humidifier: Unlike heated humidifiers, passover humidifiers are freestanding water chambers that can be added to the path of your sleep apnea machine. Typically, air will originate in the CPAP machine, pass through a hose to the humidifier, and then continue through another, longer hose to your Respironics CPAP mask. Moisture is added to the CPAP air as it passes over the humidifier chamber.
Passover humidifiers typically work best with low pressure CPAP machines and are often prescribed to new sleep apnea patients. These humidifiers can work wonders for some patients, but for others they are simply not enough. In passover humidifiers, there is no way to customize the amount of moisture received, and they produce less moisture when operating at colder temperatures. Patients can turn their heated humidifiers into passive humidifiers by turning off the heat.
Integrated humidifier: Integrated humidifiers are designed to work as components of CPAP machines, which means patients only need a single hose and power cord, for added portability. Since these humidifiers are constructed for specific machines, patients need to replace them every time they switch machines. Also, some types of integrated humidifiers function as passover humidifiers, which restricts the amount of moisture created.
Built in humidifier: Built in humidifiers are permanent components of CPAP machines, creating a very compact setup. These can function as either heated or passover humidifiers. Patients who travel often may not enjoy built in humidifiers since they cannot be removed from CPAP machines, making the overall machine heavier than a machine without a humidifier. Also, since the CPAP and humidifier are a single unit, if there is a problem with any component, the entire machine will have to be repaired.
Stand alone humidifier: Stand alone humidifiers are separate units connected via hose to CPAP machines. These humidifiers feature large water chambers for optimum humidity, in addition to adjustable levels, however they are less compact than integrated or built in humidifiers and require a separate power cord.
Despite their differences, all humidifiers require simple maintenance. Most importantly, the tanks should be filled exclusively with distilled water, which will allow your humidifier to stay clean and safe for use. Distilled water evaporates without creating any mineral deposits – unlike tap water, which can cause white mineral buildup or mold to accumulate in your tank. If distilled water is not available, bottled water is an acceptable substitute, provided patients do not allow standing water to sit in the tank.
Besides that, all you have to do to keep your humidifier working well is to rinse out the chamber every morning.
If dryness in or around the nose continues to be a problem, patients should try facial moisturizer or saline nasal drops. Additionally, sometimes dryness is exasperated by certain other factors, such as sleeping with an open mouth. In these cases, doctors recommend special CPAP masks that cover both the nose and mouth. New masks take some getting used to, but after the adjustment period is over, patients will experience decreased nasal dryness and irritation.
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Can anyone recommend treatments of sleep apnea?
I live in Seattle. My sleep doctor has prescribed a Bi-PAP and I use it, but he will not do his job. He knows it isn’t producing good results. He mentions no “out-of-network” providers or alternatives. He doesn’t address all the problems I’m having. I have increased the pressure settings, with his knowledge, and am getting a second opinion from Virginia Mason Sleep Clinic. Apria, as a DME, is unacceptable. Numerous machines they provided, all Respironics, have broken. I dug up Lincare, on my own and went to their Seattle office last week. They fixed my mask, told me of other products I had learned of in the past few weeks on my own -without my asking. The bulk of my info on apnea and its treatment has come from newsgroups and sites dedicated to sleep disorders.
I use a saline solution daily.
Does ANYONE have ANY ideas or know of any other providers, DMEs, etc who can help? Please excuse the shouting & please help.
Lincare is one of the only national based DME’s but you can really use anyone. In my opinion the best DME’s are sleep labs that do both. Technicians are much more educated and helpful with the units and the mask fittings than business’ that just provide the equipment. Mostly because we actually use the equipment and we see how the masks and units work on a nightly basis. No other DME’s that are not Sleep Lab based are going to be as knowledgable. Respironics have been great units in my lab but we also use Resmed units that are just as great. You may have gotten units that are refurbished or used. There is another unit out there now called Adaptive Servo Ventilation but you have to fail bipap and have complex or Central Sleep Apnea to qualify for one. But they are spectacular units and not all sleep labs are using them yet. Most sleep labs are great at working with insurances and you when it comes to equipment. I would seek a better lab and possibly a different Board certified sleep physician. We have two wonderful ones here in Montana and a great sleep lab. We have many patients from all over. But Seattle is a ways away and it may not be as convenient for you. Sorry and good luck
Monday, July 5th, 2010
Free Relaxing Sleep Sounds
Insomnia Natural Remedies – Natural Sleep Made Simple Review
Insomnia Book Review – All Natural Cures for Insomnia
Natural Sleep Made Simple is a book by Jenelle Jordyn that focuses on various non-medicating methods to fight insomnia, including nutrition, herbal recipes, exercise, daily living habits and making your bedroom’s atmosphere cozy for sleeping. She goes on to explains why treating insomnia with natural remedies is far less harmful than taking prescription drugs or sleep aids. Natural remedies are sometimes called home and herbal remedies. Natural remedies come from nature based products that have little or no chemical processing such as, plants, vegetables and flowers.
Jenelle offers 2 bonuses: A free 60 minute mp3audio download with relaxation sounds which comes with purchasing the book and, a free PDF Sleep Report which requires no purchase to get it.
Moving on, the book also covers several ways to achieve a peaceful night’s sleep without using the typical sleeping pill. She points out that sleeping pills or sleep-aid drugs have risky side-effects, and leave people feeling as if they have a hang over the next morning. On the other hand, natural insomnia products make you feel refreshed and ready to take on the day.
There is caution, however, that anyone already under a physician’s care for insomnia or a sleep disorder, should consult their physician before altering or adding to their treatment plan. With that said, let’s take a peak at some of the methods being taught in this book:
- The types of foods that interfere with a restful sleep
- How pre-sleeping activities can prevent a sound sleep
- The right time of day to perform physical exercise to maximize a natural sleep pattern
- How using natural herbs and aromatherapy in a warm bath can prepare the body for sleep
- A bonus calming bath recipe to help with relaxation
- Meditation and breathing exercises to ease worry and anxiety
- Information on vitamins, supplements and herbal remedies to relieve sleeping problems.
- How to find and use herbs.
- How pre-sleeping activities can prevent a sound sleep
My overall opinion of this book is favorable. Nevertheless, I would have liked to see more information on children and babies with insomnia. Children and babies have trouble sleeping just like adults, but getting them to sleep requires different activities, such as listening to lullabies. Perhaps Ms. Jordyn will cover that in her next book.
Disclaimer:
The information presented here should not be interpreted as medical advice. If you or someone you know suffers from chronic insomnia, please seek professional medical advice for the latest treatment options.
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What is your stress buster?
I cannot take time off of work to go out of town because I cannot afford it. Money is very very tight, and I had been working two full time jobs, but that was getting to be to much so I am just working as much as I can at my one full time job. I just can’t seem to get on top.
I live with my fiance, who works nights mainly and I can’t really sleep while he isn’t here, so I am tired most of the time. My dog is very ill and keeps throwing up on everything, so I am trying to comfort her until Monday when we have a vet appointment.
I am trying to plan a wedding and plan a trip to move across the country in a couple of months.
Everything is adding up, and its taking its toll on my health. I am getting physically sick when I eat, and my hair is starting to fall out.
I know this probably sounds insane, but is there any way that you guys know of that I can learn to relax and de stress? Just stuff at home for free or inexpensively, nothing major.
What do you do to relax?
i would suggest you take some time out from your hectic schedule as it could be the cause, take one step at a time(remember baby steps) . Try spreading out your time instead of doing everything at once. take short breaks if you have to. Try doing something you like to relax your mind, maybe reading, baking, sewing, watching telly, even listening to music.
Besides that, i found lighting lightly scented candles like apple and 5spice,chamomile, cinnamon, eucalyptus, frankincense, lavender, lemon, spearmint, or vanilla really help to relax the mind. or.. you could use a bowl of HOT water and drop a few snaps of cinnamon, lemon rinds and mint leaves…
You could even have a nice hot bath with a few drops of your favourite essential oil or bath salts or any listed above would be fantastic after a long hectic day. Sipping hot green tea, or hot tea with cinnamon with some lemon rind helps too..
well.. all the best.. hope that my answer will help you..
Saturday, March 13th, 2010
Sleep Cures
Find Cures for Insomnia That Work for You
Are you driving yourself crazy trying to fall asleep at night? There are several over-the-counter remedies available at your local pharmacy. Most of them are based on the same active ingredient (diphenhydramine), so there’s really no point in trying them all. Unless, of course, trying new things is fun for you. Otherwise, night after night of ineffective cures for insomnia will probably be frustrating. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could deal with the cause of your insomnia directly and get rid of your sleeplessness once and for all?
Insomnia often has a simple cause. Most of the time, your inability to sleep is connected to events earlier in your day. The most common cause of sleeplessness is stress. Many people’s lives are filled with stressful situations. As a result, we spend a lot of our time in fight or flight mode. Unfortunately, we can rarely do either. So the stress builds up, our bodily systems struggle to cope, and we end our day physically exhausted, but mentally wired. It’s definitely not the best combination for a good night’s sleep.
The first reaction that you may have to the problem of insomnia is to seek out sleep aids. At first, you may try over-the-counter pills. These may work at first, but your body will gradually get used to them and stop responding. Plus, these can often cause morning drowsiness and a dry mouth.
The next step for many is to ask their doctor for Prescription Sleep Aids. These may work better at first, but don’t count on using them for the long haul. Your doctor will want to help you find the root cause of your sleep problems, and take you off prescription medications as soon as possible.
A better solution would be to avoid these supposed cures for insomnia and try some natural relaxation techniques. Deep breathing, visualization and short meditations can work wonders at bedtime, naturally switching your body into sleep mode. Try putting a few drops of lavender essential oil on a cotton ball next to your pillow. The natural action of lavender aroma may help you relax and go to sleep more easily.
Herbal sleep aids that contain lemon balm and valerian root have also proven to be effective, in some cases outperforming pharmaceutical solutions. The point is that you shouldn’t limit yourself to pills from the pharmacy. Try the complete range of natural cures for insomnia. You’re almost sure to find something that works, and that you can keep using without fear of side effects or dependence.
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How Does 20 minutes of sleep Cure all of my pain? and still not make me Tired?!  ?
i was in sooo much pain and 20 minutes of sleep i woke up i had no pain at all so i went for a long jog…
wonderful! that is great
Alot of the time all we need is a nap, you changed your position, relaxed and stop thinking about it
Do not overdo it now
I know of a book and it is on Amazon .com
(read it in psychology class in College)
IF INTERESTED:
The Twenty Minute Break: Reduce Stress, Maximize Performance, Improve Health and Emotional Well-Being Using the New Science of Ultradian Rhythms (Hardcover
http://www.amazon.com/dp/087477585X/
Ultradians are the regular recurrence in cycles of less than 24 hours from one stated point to another, as certain biologic activities which occur at such intervals, regardless of conditions of illumination.
Commonly used in sleep research to describe individual stages of sleep that occur within intervals of an organism’s circadian rhythm, and especially to refer to the 4-hour ultradian cycle.
(The descriptive term ultradian is used in sleep research to describe individual stages of sleep that occur within intervals of an organism’s circadian rhythm, and especially to refer to a 90 minute REM cycle in human sleep.)
back pain is exhausting – I wish i could feel better after 20 min of sleep. I cant seem to get that much sleep
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