We dearly love our 2 dogs BUT we made a huge mistake right from the get-go with our cockapoo, Casey Jones. 

We allowed him to sleep on our bed!! No, wait, my husband allowed him to sleep on the bed.  I would give him the boot by telling him to get down and my husband would gently pat his side of the bed inviting him back up where he would remain for the rest of the night.  It was all very funny at the time but it has turned into anything but funny with the end result being sleep deprivation.

Rather than remaining in one spot he migrates to all parts of the bed throughout the night.  I have woken up to find him lying right beside me with his head on my pillow snoring gently.  I have woken up to find him pressed against my legs so I can’t move.  I have woken up cold and shivering with no covers because he has plunked himself down in a way as to steal the covers.  I have woken up practically falling off the side of the bed because he has taken all the room.  It’s been 11 years and these wake-up sessions, resulting in sleep deprivation, have been happening at all hours of the night.

Kick him off and make him sleep somewhere else you say?  Can you teach old dogs new tricks?  We are long past the stage of wanting to go through with the hassle of having him bark, cry and scratch doors while he re-learns a new habit so in the end it is our own fault if we are suffering.  Dog lovers will understand this lame excuse.

Despite the obvious dog-rearing errors in allowing him on the pillow while I am left clinging to the edge and allowing him to take positions of authority by sprawling out and  taking up our space as well as destroying our own standing as pack leader, my point is the sleep deprivation.

This is one of the biggest problems with people not getting enough sleep.  Even having your dog in your bedroom can keep you awake at night.  Dogs will:

• Snore;
• Get up and shake;
• Moan;
• Whimper;
• Have nightmares;
• Wander around the room.

If you get a new pet NEVER let them sleep with you during the night on your bed.  As comforting as it may seem at first it can become detrimental to your health in the form of sleep deprivation.

If you already have this problem, then ensure you do not allow your dog to challenge you for positions of authority.  If he is stretched out in luxury, in your space, then demote him right on back to the foot of the bed or if you are brave and have the patience then right off the bed onto the floor.

Our pet sleeping in our bed with us during the night is only one of many reasons for sleep deprivation.  Sometimes it can be very beneficial to have a little help with an herbal formula.  Fido might not need it but sometimes we do.

The state of New York is one of the most densely populated and diverse regions in the United States. For many people, New York City is distinguished as the center of business and culture. It is no surprise that the city is known for its early advancements in fashion, science and technology. That is most likely the reason why many of the country’s most notable plastic surgeons are based in New York City.

To be able to keep up with the fast-paced lifestyle in New York and be successful, it is important that you not only try your best to cope and evolve but also look great. Many highly qualified cosmetic surgeons in New York engage in techniques to help you stand out in a crowd. The broad selection of the best cosmetic surgeons in New York makes it one of the most ideal locations to consider for having your breast surgery. Breast augmentation in New York, for one, is the most frequently performed cosmetic surgery procedure.

Breast augmentation enables women with small or unevenly-sized breasts to have firmer, fuller and better-proportioned breasts through the placement of breast implants. Women may decide to undergo breast augmentation for many different reasons, such as medical, personal and aesthetic motivation, including balancing breast size and compensating for reduced breast mass after pregnancy or surgery. The procedure may be done with other related procedures such a breast lift for better results.

There are different websites that feature many New York plastic surgeons. Breast augmentation in New York has had a great technological progress that minimizes invasive surgery.

Terrifying testimonials about breast enlargements procedures going wrong have been widely known. The truth is, breast enlargement procedure is a major surgery and should be treated accordingly. Here are the top 5 most common mistakes women make when going for breast enlargement:

1. NOT KNOWING WHERE TO START SEARCHING. The first thing that women usually do after having decided on undergoing breast enlargement procedure is to compile a list of surgeons to go to. But after their list is complete, chances are they wouldn’t know where to start looking for the best surgeons. Many women take the word of their family or friends, without properly evaluating their referrals, which leads to the second most common mistake women make.
2. CHOOSING A SURGEON WITHOUT EVALUATING TRAINING AND CREDENTIALS. Being in a hurry to get the procedure done will not help in achieving the desired result. Relying on referrals without properly reviewing the plastic surgeon’s past experience and credentials will most likely yield to disastrous results.
3. GETTING SURGERY FOR THE WRONG REASONS. Some women who are going through difficult and stressful time somehow believe that breast augmentation is the answer to all their personal problems. Enlarging your breasts should not be viewed as a guarantee for fixing interpersonal relationship issues. Most of the time, women who undergo the procedure for these reasons end up getting frustrated and emotionally scarred.
4. FORGETTING TO ASK IF SHE IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR THE PROCEDURE. Many women fail to analyze whether medical surgery is right for them.. Many patients have underlying health problems that may prohibit them from getting surgery or put them at high risk for major complications before and after the operation.
5. FAILING TO ASK THE RIGHT QUESTIONS. The questions that draw the most attention are those of financial aspects and end results. Some important questions that most women fail to ask are:

• What is my “diagnosis”?
• Am I being realistic about my desired outcome?
• Do you offer any visual accessories such as “before and after” pictures that resemble my case? Follow up question: Are these photos of your patients?
• What are the alternatives to address my problem?
• What should I expect during my recovery?
• What happens if a second procedure is required due to complications?
• What if I am not satisfied with the results?

There are just some of the most critical concerns that a woman should raise before going through the procedure to be better prepared for the surgery and to avoid complications after the operation.

One of the most common risks after breast augmentation is the possibility of depression at the event that the end results do not lead to desired change in the patient’s social life. Women who have had breast implants are three times more likely to attempt suicide. That would classify as the biggest mistake a woman could make. It is imoprtant to properly set your expectations: breast enlargement is about fixing your breasts – not necessarily fixing your life.