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Mommy makeover is a term heard and used often but not defined. According to top plastic surgeon Dr. Jejurikar, the effects of pregnancy can be highly unpredictable and the physical impacts on new mothers are never the same.

In his podcast, Dr. Jejurikar discusses when the needs for a mommy makeover become more prevalent, usually after the second or third child. He then defines a mommy makeover is a procedure that includes a breast enhancement procedure, like augmentation or reduction, and one other post-pregnancy plastic surgery procedure.

The most common plastic surgery options post-pregnancy are described below to understand what a mommy makeover entails.

Breast Augmentation, Lift, or Reduction

A pregnancy can result in sagging, reduced volume, or decreased volume of the breasts. While pregnancy outcomes on the breasts are unpredictable, the procedures to correct undesirable effects produce excellent results.

Breast augmentation restores lost volume and fullness to the breasts. Implants can be either silicone gels or saline, each offering its advantages.

A breast lift (termed mastopexy) is a procedure performed to correct sagging breasts that have resulted from pregnancy. Returning the breasts to a more youthful position can be accomplished with or without the placement of breast implants.

When pregnancy has left the breasts more prominent than a patient finds desirable, a breast reduction is an answer. Removing extra fat and tissue returns breasts to their pre-pregnancy shape and size.

Tummy Tuck

Pregnancy can leave behind excess skin or torn abdominals that diet and exercise are not enough to correct and return to their pre-pregnancy shape. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is the only way to correct the problem. The procedure will flatten and reshape the abdomen and waist by removing the post-pregnancy excess skin and tightening the muscles. 

Liposuction

Pregnancy can result in exercise and diet-resistant fat in the abdomen, hips, buttocks, waist, or thighs. Such fat accumulation can commonly be found in more than one of those areas. Liposuction can sculpt any affected area by removing the undesirable fat and returning that body area to its pre-pregnancy state.

Buttocks augmentation

Pregnancy can impact the shape of the buttocks, leaving them with less volume or shape. A buttock augmentation, or gluteal augmentation, improves the size and shape of the buttocks using implants, fat grafting, or a combination of both.

The surgery results can be the increased fullness and projection of the buttocks and return your figure to its pre-pregnancy state.

Dr. Jejuirkar and His Mommy Makeover Procedure

While these would be considered the most common mommy makeover procedures, other procedures such as an arm lift, thigh lift, or vaginal rejuvenation can also be part of the makeover. In his podcast, Dr. Jejurikar goes in-depth about the individual procedures that comprise a mommy makeover to inform women who are both post-pregnancy or considering pregnancy. Dr. Jejurikar’s foremost goal as a top plastic surgeon is for patients to know their options and the excellent results a mommy makeover can produce.

Located in beautiful Huron County, Ontario, Cowbell Brewing is one of the fastest-growing sustainable breweries in all of Canada. But whether you’re trying to book a destination wedding reception or just stop by for a pint, you’d probably like to know a little bit more.

Broadly speaking, we offer four different things. First, we produce high-quality, sustainable craft beers and hard seltzers. Second, we operate a full-service restaurant and brewpub, with family-friendly seating both indoors and out. Third, we offer guided tours of our facilities, with tickets available in advance. Finally, we have several spaces available to rent, in different sizes.

Here’s a closer look at each!

Craft Beer and Hard Seltzers

Cowbell Brewery wouldn’t be much of a brewery if we didn’t make any beers. We specialize in zesty craft beers and citrusy IPAs, but we also make some hoppy red ales if you prefer a darker brew. Most of our beers come in a four or a six-pack, but some of our more popular options are also available in cases.

In addition to beers, Cowbell Brewery brews several other alcoholic beverages for those of us who like a fruitier pint. First off, we make a handful of hard ciders, which are perfect for autumn. Second, we have a growing line of hard seltzers, which come in various fruit flavors. These are a great way to cool off in the summer.

A Full-Service Restaurant

If you’re coming in for a pint, why not stick around for a meal? Our full-service restaurant serves pizza, wings, fries, and all kinds of pub foods, with beef and vegan burgers and steaks that are to die for.

Our family-friendly restaurant has several seating options available. To begin with, there’s a gorgeous indoor dining room, with its cozy atmosphere and wood-paneled walls. On a nice day, you can enjoy the outdoor patio, with its view of the Cowbell grounds. There’s also an outdoor beer garden and food truck, which is open only in the summer months.

Guided Tours

If you or a loved one loves craft beers, you can sign up for a guided tour. Our expert storytellers will show you around the farm and the brewery, and tell you everything you wanted to know about the beer, as well as our conservation efforts. The standard tour costs $10, and tickets are available in advance. You can also sign up for the $15 tour, which includes a pint of Shindig.

Event Spaces

If you want to host a wedding or another major event, we have three different spaces available for reservation. Our cellar room has space for 70 people, with seating among the storage tanks. The main hall has room for 80, with AV equipment and space for a dance floor. For smaller gatherings, our cozy loft has seating for 24, with full menu service and its own private bar. Remember, the further in advance you book, the easier it will be to get the date of your choice!

What’s the secret to a woman feeling well-f****d? Holistic sex and relationship coach Kim Anami thinks it has a lot to do with her partner. Few men are masters of their sexuality without a little work, which is why Kim Anami has created a course to help. 

Blockages can be different for different genders 

Sexual healing can be a process for both men and women, especially for people who’ve had traumatic sexual experiences in their past or have other blockages that are stopping them from fully stepping into their sexual energy. Men and women share certain blocks, but they also experience blocks unique to their gender. For example, Anami says sexual abuse in women often shows up as inverted sexual behavior, such as low libido and disinterest in sex. In men, abuse often leads to the reverse reaction of highly sexualized behavior. 

Other traumas — like circumcision — are specific to men and are something Anami says can have a huge impact on the male psyche. She says if men don’t learn how to process these blockages, they can be sexually handicapped for life. They can experience premature ejaculation, impotency, low libido, porn addiction, and emotional numbness, among other issues. “There’s this massive suppression of their natural instinct power because of all these things,” Anami explains.  

Healing through sexual mastery 

Although Western medicine doesn’t always make the connection between physical ailments and their psychological counterparts, Anami believes addressing them is the first step to sexual healing. Committing to addressing blockages is the first step in the process. Anami’s Sexual Mastery for Men course encourages men to embrace their own sexuality and the power of their penis. The online salon includes tips for men to arouse their partners orally and get bigger erections, along with other sexual skills, like mastering the art of seduction. 

In a culture that separates sex from life, Anami notes it’s no surprise that people dissociate from their sexual organs. She wants men to get in touch with their bodies, starting with practices like testicle massages, which she says can boost testosterone production and enliven the testicles. When men start to get more deeply in touch with themselves through these rituals, Anami says they will feel changes in other areas as well. “It will uplift and send creative energy into every single thing that you do.”

What does a well-f****d man look like? 

Like with women, the physical manifestations of men in tune with their sexual energy are numerous. Anami says men who inhabit their full sexual potential will also radiate that energy beyond the bedroom. Men who’ve reached this point experience stronger connections with their partners. They may also experience physical changes, like greater stamina and more control over the timing of their orgasms. Patience, compassion, and support are all qualities that well-f****d individuals can exude. For Anami, these are all positive manifestations of sexual mastery. “We can actually consciously take this energy and utilize it to manifest things in our daily lives,” she says. 

Some materials can be disposed of easily. Others, however, require more specific waste management procedures to ensure they’re disposed of safely. This can include materials that are toxic (or that contained toxic materials), pressurized, or can otherwise harm the environment.

When a fire extinguisher is empty, it needs to be disposed of properly. When doing this, make sure you dispose of the fire extinguisher in the proper way by following these steps:

1. Disconnect The Hose From The Fire Extinguisher

After you have emptied your fire extinguisher, there should be a hose attached to the top of the cylinder that holds pressure for use. This hose is connected to another hose on the side that helps keep pressure inside the container when engaged. Be sure to disconnect both hoses from their respective connectors after removing any caps or locks securing them into place, and set them aside for disposal. You can dispose of these hoses with regular waste management procedures since they are non-hazardous materials (unless there is still pressurized gas in the extinguisher, in which case you should dispose of them as hazardous waste).

2. Remove The Discharge Nozzle

The discharge nozzle is the small, pointed end of the fire extinguisher that was used to expel the pressurized gas and extinguish flames. Carefully remove it from the top of the container by unscrewing it counter-clockwise. There is usually a seal around the nozzle that will come off with it, so be careful not to lose it. The discharge nozzle can be discarded normally.

3. Release Any Remaining Pressure In The Cylinder

Before disposing of your fire extinguisher, release any remaining pressure inside the cylinder. Do this by firmly pressing and holding the push-button on the top valve for two minutes. This will relieve all pressure inside of the cylinder, allowing it to be disposed of easily without any additional steps.

4. Dispose Of The Fire Extinguisher

Once your fire extinguisher has been drained of all pressure, you are ready to dispose of it. There are hazardous waste disposal procedures in place if there is still pressurized gas left in the container, so do not dispose of it with regular garbage pickup. If there was no residual pressure or anything hazardous inside, dispose of it through regular waste management procedures according to local laws and regulations.

Keeping your community safe is everyone’s responsibility, and properly disposing of a fire extinguisher is one way to do your part. Be sure to follow the steps above when your extinguisher is emptied so that you dispose of it in the safest way possible. For more information on waste management and how to dispose of hazardous materials, contact your local waste management department or visit their website.

A key part of releasing and marketing a new product is to ensure you pull off a perfect product launch. By hiring qualified and experienced corporate event planners to handle a product launch, companies can generate buzz, reduce their stress, and see a higher level of success with a product that’s going to add value to the world. Vast amounts of work go into launching a new product, and if the launch is not a success, it can set the wrong tone and story for the newly launched product.

The good news is that when looking for corporate event planners, NYC has options. For example, Twenty Three Layers is a NYC-based event planning company that has planned many corporate events. Those events include product launches for some of the world’s biggest companies. By working with those large companies, 23 Layers learned how to market the products of companies big and small. The different types of products that could come to market were also represented, adding value to the company’s offerings.

Here are three ways a corporate event planner can help with a product launch.

1. Find the perfect theme

To plan a successful product launch, companies need a theme. That’s where event planners come in. They can work with the company to find a theme that’s fitting, and that will spark interest in the target market for that product. Understanding the goal of the event is also vital because a company needs focus when launching a new product. Corporate event planners in NYC can help any company find the right way to address their audience when they want to launch a new product.

2. Build buzz and interest

When working with corporate event planners in NYC, companies also need to make sure their product launch event is both relevant and inspirational. Leaving guests of the product launch event wanting more helps to ensure that they will be back to purchase from the company again. Those guests also create a lot of word-of-mouth advertising. In the social media age, that can quickly spread and cause a buzz around the launch of the product which can help propel sales beyond company expectations.

3. A relevant venue ties it all together

The venue chosen for the product launch is just as important as the theme. Companies that use NYC corporate event planners have a venue scout on their side, who can help them choose a venue that’s relevant, that will hold the required number of people, and that fits the theme of the launch in a way that works for the audience and the mood the company wants to create. Not every venue will be right for a company’s launch of their new product, even if it’s the right size or a beautiful location.

By working with an event planner like Twenty Three Layers, a company can see the hype start building around their product even before the official launch date. The goal is to create a lot of demand for the product. When it launches, it will already have dedicated customers who will purchase it right away. With the right event planning, a product launch will lead to long-term success.