ZIFT @ Santa Monica Fertility

There are men and women, couple or individual, around the world seeking treatment for infertility and fertility treatment. It is impeccable that this treatment must be taken care of by group of specialized and licensed people to help you achieve your dream with utmost guidance and care.

Santa Monica Fertility (SMF) is a fertility treatment center in Southern California. They are serving clients from Santa Monica, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills and the surrounding areas. SMF is being headed by a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist with over twenty years of academic and clinical experience Dr. John Jain. He completed his medical training on the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Southern California for he stayed nearly a decade. He left his position to pursue his own vision of patient care with a goal of improving the likelihood of pregnancy and the birth of healthy babies. His center provides the most advanced reproductive medicine and fertility services available. The center has full spectrum of treatments and fertility-related surgeries includes IVF, artificial insemination, tubal embryo transfer, egg freezing, and a range of other innovative procedures at the forefront of fertility research.

The pregnancy after 40 is sometimes a problem to some women. At SMF, they have this Zygote Intrafallopian Transfer or ZIFT to answer for this. The embryos are placed directly into the fallopian tube in this procedure. This will allow embryos to develop in their most natural environment, as opposed and different to the artificial environment of the IVF laboratory. ZIFT procedure gives pregnancy rates over 40%.

For SMF information and medical services, visit their website or center at 2825 Santa Monica Boulevard,
Suite 100 Santa Monica, CA 90404. You may call the following numbers: (310) 566-1470 or toll-free (866) 991-1990 (U.S. and Canada), fax (310) 566-1485.

Swarovski crystal beads

CRYSTAL AND GLASS BEADS are based in the UK and sell Swarovski crystals and jewellery making components by mail-order. They have a range of beads available to order online: Silver foil, glass beads, Millefiori, Semi-Precious Gemstone beads, Silver findings and a range of Swarovski, rhinestones, bicones, briolettes, rounds, cubes & pearls.


Swarovski Crystals are high quality Austrian cut glass crystals that are expertly faceted and polished to produce the finest quality crystals available. The reason for their popularity is that they sparkle & shine like diamonds. They only sell genuine Swarovski products. They also have range of glass beads in various colours and shapes. Aside from those above, they also have choosen some of the nicest semi-precious gemstones that you can buy. Semi- precious gemstones can add a touch of class to your jewelery pieces to make something that is very elegant to wear.

Be Careful!

BE CAREFUL! When 2010 Miss Universe 4th Runner Up Maria Venus Bayonito Raj made her courtesy call to President Noynoy Aquino, the president told her to be careful now that she’s a public figure. Also, a message of gratitude from the president for giving positive news amidst the different negative ones arising from the recent Quirino Grandstand hostage crisis. Raj, wearing a modern Filipiniana terno, was accompanied by her mother, Ester Payoniyo, Binibining Pilipinas Charities Head Stella Marquez-Araneta and Uniprom Director for Entertainment Sienna Maris Olaso.

2010 Miss Universe is Miss Mexico

MISS MEXICO is Miss Universe 2010. Miss Jimena Navarrete of Guadalajara stands out among the 83 beautiful women. Our very own Miss Philippines Venus Raj is 4th runner up.

2010 Miss Universe National Costume

When I saw on TV the different national costumes of the 2010 Miss Universe candidates I can't wait to search the net and check on it. Amazing! Most are really gorgeous, some are simple and some are unidentified. Above are my favorites among the pictures I saw on the net. Good luck Miss Philippines!

High fashion eyeglasses @ ZenniOptical.com

How You Can Start Spending Smart when it comes to your eyeglasses? At Zenni Optical items start as low as $ 8 Rx eyeglasses. Spending our hard earned money for eyeglasses, Zenni Optical allows us to own multiple fashionable eyeglasses. Why? They are selling frames and lenses with quality and at reasonable prices. At costs unparalleled to others. How? They sell directly their manufactured products to end consumers thus eliminating mark ups that make the cost higher.

Have a glimpse of three pairs of eyeglasses (see pictures) that can definitely suit your outfit for any occasion. My favorite high fashion eyeglasses is the rimless pure titanium plate which is perfect for a formal occasion while the stainless steel frame with acetate temples looks good for office use. Going out on a weekend, try acetate full-rim plate to match the groove.

There is lot more to choose from so don’t forget to visit Zenni Optical and find out how reasonable the prices are and how great the designs are.

Miss Venezuela: 2009 Miss Universe

Today is the beautiful day in the universe as the Miss Universe pageant concluded another glamorous year for 2009. The 18-year old Stefania Fernandez of Venezuela was crowned as the 2009 Miss Universe (58th winner). Miss Dominican Republic, Ada Aimee de la Cruz, was the runner up. Miss China, Wang Jingyao, was named Miss Congeniality and Miss Thailand, Chutima Durongdej, won Miss Photogenic.

Chef Ariane Duarte's recipes @ iVillage

Cooking is one thing I really love to do for my family and myself as well. My passion to learn more recipes, local and foreign, is something that made me think of taking a culinary lesson. I love food and I love to eat. I don’t spend much on my clothing or jewelries and gadgets as well but when it comes to food I always crave for it.

When I am online I check on websites with recipes I had in mind and it is where I came across with Chef Duarte’s some simple and inexpensive summer recipes perfect for the family. Just by the look of her Sirloin with Homemade Steak Sauce and Cauliflower Puree made me hungry. Such a mouth-watering dish I am exploring right now. This one made me remember the time when hubby and I went to several steak restaurants on paydays to eat steak. LOL. That was really fun and stomach-filling trips of ours. By the way, aside from being a chef Ariane Duarte is a working mom too. I can tell how hard to be a career woman and a mom at the same time because I am like her way back several years ago. But what I understand best for a cooking mom is that she knows the spirit of budgeting even on her cooking. That is why even on Chef Ariane Duarte’s recipe videos you could notice that those are inexpensive beautifully garnished recipes. You Can See More Life Made Easy Videos Here.

If you are interested for Chef Ariane’s recipes check her at iVillage. Her videos are sponsored by Walmart and every bit of the ingredients can be bought at Walmart at reasonable prices.

Jessica Cox: Her life.. Her story..

I heard this one over the radio. Can you fly an airplane without your arms? If you can't well check this inspiring story of a Filipina. Last year, 26 year old Filipina Jessica Cox was the first and only Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) licensed pilot to fly an airplane using only her feet. Wow! That was amazing. This girl can fly a plane, drive a car and a Taekwondo black belt holder but she was arms-less since birth. I can’t imagine the hardships she went through as she grew up. But of course the person behind all these achievements and who never let her down but moreover supported her all throughout everything is her ever loving mother.

She was born in Tucson, Arizona in 1983 but doctors can not explain why she was born without arms. Aside from her mom, Jessica strongly believed that her being a Filipina is a huge part of her being. Her being independent and that somebody who has the courage to come out in the open and do things without having fear, are things she attributed to being a Filipina. This time she wants to be a scuba diver someday.

Health News: Paget Disease

I just received an email from an old friend about this new kind of breast cancer called “Paget’s Disease.” The sender requested to forward it but instead of doing so I preferred to post it to create more awareness and information among women out there. Below is the content of the said email.

…In November, a rare kind of breast cancer was found. A lady developed a rash on her breast, similar to that of young mothers who are nursing.

Because her mammogram had been clear, the doctor treated her with antibiotics for infections. After 2 rounds, it continued to get worse, so her doctor sent her for another mammogram. This time it showed a mass.

A biopsy found a fast growing malignancy. Chemo was started in order to shrink the growth; then a mastectomy was performed; then a full round of Chemo; then radiation. After about 9 months of intense treatment, she was given a clean bill of health.

She had one year of living each day to its fullest. Then the cancer returned to the liver area. She took 4 treatments and decided that she wanted quality of life, not the after effects of Chemo. She had 5 great months and she planned each detail of the final days. After a few days of needing morphine, she died. She left this message to be delivered to women everywhere:

Women, PLEASE be alert to anything that is not normal, and be persistent in getting help as soon as possible.

Paget's Disease: This is a rare form of breast cancer, and is on the outside of the breast, on the nipple and aureole It appeared as a rash, which later became a lesion with a crusty outer edge. I would not have ever suspected it to be breast cancer but it was. My nipple never seemed any different to me, but the rash bothered me, so I went to the doctor for that. Sometimes, it itched and was sore, but other than that it didn't bother me. It was just ugly and a nuisance, and could not be cleared up with all the creams prescribed by my doctor and dermatologist for the dermatitis on my eyes just prio r to this outbreak.. They seemed a little concerned but did not warn me it could be cancerous.


Now, I suspect not many women out there know a lesion or rash on the nipple or aureole can be breast cancer. (Mine started out as a single red pimple on the aureole. One of the biggest problems with Paget's disease of the nipple is that the symptoms appear to be harmless. It is frequently thought to be a skin inflammation or infection, leading to unfortunate delays in detection and care.)

What are the symptoms?

1. A persistent redness, oozing, and crusting of your nipple causing it to itch and burn (As I stated, mine did not itch or burn much, and had no oozing I was aware of, but it did have a crust along the outer edge on one side.)

2. A sore on your nipple that will not heal. (Mine was on the aureole area with a whitish thick looking area in center of nipple).

3. Usually only one nipple is effected. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will do a physical exam and should suggest having a mammogram of both breasts, done immediately. Ev en though the redness, oozing and crusting closely resemble dermatitis (inflammation of the skin), your doctor should suspect cancer if the sore is only on one breast. Your doctor should order a biopsy of your sore to confirm what is going on.

This message should be taken seriously and passed on to as many of your relatives and friends as possible; it could save someone's life.

My breast cancer has spread and metastasized to my bones after receiving mega doses of chemotherapy, 28 treatments of radiation and taking Tamaxofin. If this had been diagnosed as breast cancer in the beginning, perhaps it would not have spread...

TO ALL READERS:

This is sad as women are not aware of Paget's disease.. If, by passing this around on the e-mail, we can make others aware of it and its potential danger, we are helping women everywhere.

Please, if you can, take a moment to forward this message to as many people as possible, especially to your family and friends. It only takes a moment, yet the results could save a life.

Perfect summer dress on Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is nearing and the family is preparing for a day of aqua thrills and adventure on that special day for mothers like me. Glad the sun is shining again after typhoon “Emong” (Chan-hom) and that means it’s a go, go, go for us this coming Sunday. Why Splash Island Resort? Well on Sunday that’s gonna be the 4th time for the family to visit this world class resort and I saw how happy my kids are when at the resort. As a mother, what makes my kids happy I go for it.

But wait!!! I need a perfect summer dress to complete the special occasion. It’s a day of fun and splash so I need something not too sexy but not too oldies, hihihi. Anyway, I know the internet will help me with that and give me the perfect wear idea on my special day.

Ohhh! What a site? I found this great site, Amiclubwear, on the net and I saw their huge collection of apparel, accessories, shoes, swimsuits, cosmetics and more for girls. I saw their clothing line with range of styles of Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, and more. I watch “Project Runway” and I adore Kors on his meticulous and high taste in the fashion world. Amiclubwear’s summer dress collection is perfect. I checked on the styles and they are all amazing in every style. I love purple and I think their purple multi color smock tube strapless dress will be perfect for me. The strapless smock tube style looks sexy and the free flowing hemline is great and comfortable.

This site is really amazing. For girls out there in trouble like me check them out to find the answer. Amiclubwear, for your head to foot daily wear needs.

Health & beauty products for pregnant women

As for me, motherhood completes the essence of my being as a woman. Looking at my two kids now, I can’t help but muse over those months wherein I carried them inside of me, take care of them, nurture them and talk with them. Pregnancy entails various psychological and physiological changes and for others it comes quite fine but too sensitive and dangerous for other women. My two pregnancies went well having no trouble until the time of my deliveries. Although I must admit that I am really very careful during my pregnancies when it comes to food and medications I need to take. It must be safe for me and the safest for my baby.

Staying healthy is very important during pregnancy both for the mom-to-be and for the baby. During pregnancy, expectant mothers are also conscious of their looks and the physical changes going on. Nowadays, there are natural and safe health and beauty products available like those you can find at Beaute de Maman. They have face and body cream for oily blemished skin, safe facial scrub to use during pregnancy, nipple gel for nursing women, the famous stretch mark cream for those unwanted stretch marks and more. See! Pregnant women can still pamper themselves with these health and beauty products to stay healthy and beautiful even pregnant. What is best with their products for pregnant women is that the safety of the mom-to-be and the baby is well taken care of. They contain only natural and herbal ingredients, allergy-free and tested by obstetrician. Furthermore, extensive study and evaluation has been done for each product.

Want to try these products for pregnant women like those Hollywood celebrities who discover these safe and natural products? Place your order now and discover for yourself how to stay healthy and beautiful with your pregnancy.

Funny pregnant pictures posted by bloggers

Internet is very helpful to housewives like me not only in terms of information, making money, shopping but at times when I feel tired and stress. Being at home most of the times especially when kids gone for school and hubby to his work, after the chores I sit down and explore the web. One of the items I usually search is about pictures. It is very broad so my search will depend on my mood. At this moment, I just finished my laundry and really kind of tired. I opened my computer to check any email and my 2 blogs. Aside from that, I looked for some funny pics to lighten my day. I don’t know what came to my mind and I typed “funny pregnant pics.”

Below are 3 pictures of pregnant women posted by other co-bloggers. Honestly speaking, with my 2 pregnancies I was not able to take a picture of my belly. Sigh!!! Now I don’t know how it looked like then. The only thing I remember during my pregnancies was that my tummy didn’t get this big. Ouch!!!

Sarah Romer of The Romers

The-Jokes.org

I Still Hate Pickles

Carol Wior "slimsuits" swimsuits

The Carol Wior name is synonymous with style and support. Carol Wior's revolutionary line of ‘slimsuits' are designed to flatter the female body with shape hugging style. These beautiful swimsuits visually slim the figure with ingenious cuts, well-placed support and exquisite color palettes. Her patented designs feature hidden under wire bust support for comfort with a natural look. The body construction slims the waist and stomach and smoothes and lifts the buttocks. Carol Wior suits have been the swimsuit of choice of beauty contestants worldwide. The Carol Wior Twist Front Bandeau swim dress has been featured in Oprah. Her three piece tankini designs provide the same bust support and tummy taming with the versatility of a brief and skirt bottom. This season’s fresh new one piece styles include a convertible halter in a luscious chocolate brown and a classic black and white design that sculpts the midsection with gentle shirring. Carol Wior swimsuits give woman the confidence and style to look and feel their best.

2008 Miss Earth @ Puerto Princesa, Palawan

Miss Earth 2008 beauty contestants walk at the Sabang beach in Puerto Princesa city the capital of western Philippine island of Palawan on October 25, 2008.


Miss Earth 2008 beauty contestants at third from left from Minna Nikkila from Finland, Caroline Duffy from England, Rachel Hope Crofts from New Zealand and Diana Flores from Dominican Republic plant tree seedlings at the forest land of Puerto Princesa city the capital of western Philippine island of Palawan on October 24, 2008 as part of the pageant's environmental campaign.


A group of Miss Earth 2008 beauty contestants enjoy the visit at the Puerto Princesa subterranean river national parka in Puerto Princesa city the capital of western Philippine island of Palawan on October 25, 2008. Candidates of Miss Earth visited the Puerto Princesa subterranean river national park a popular tourist site located in the city's pristine forest as part of Miss Earth environmental campaign.

The winner of Miss Earth 2008 will be crowned on November 9, 2008 from among the 85 international contestants. AFP PHOTO/Romeo GACAD (Photo credit should read ROMEO GACAD/AFP/Getty Images)