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About me - Chelsea Adcock

What is there to know about me? I guess there are probably lots of things, but I will try to limit this to the semi-interesting or better.

I am a mother.
I lost my first child, a daughter, to a heart condition that is easily managed, normally.
I am a nursing

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Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss Grief: Coping with the death of a child: 1 of 76
I never, in my lifetime, did I imagine that I would experience the loss of a child. I had heard stories about friends of friends of friends and read about losses on the Internet, but the thought never crossed my mind that I could be that friend of a friend of a friend. My loss was not an easy one to overcome, not that any lo... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy How to cope with a high-risk pregnancy: 2 of 13
I was a young, healthy, 20 year old in my first pregnancy. I didn't smoke, I didn't drink, I didn't eat tuna, and I did everything I was supposed. But, sometimes, there are other plans for us and things don't quite go the way they should. I was 30 weeks and 1 day pregnant when I found out that my uneventful pregnancy had tur... More..
Food & Drink > Soup & Stew Recipes Recipes: Your best soup recipe: 17 of 78
CHICKEN AND LIME TORTILLA SOUP. There's nothing better than a big bowl of tasty soup. This recipe makes a big pot, good for a family meal or as leftovers good for a few days later. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 Whole Chicken cut up 1 Large White Onion 1 Large Green Pepper 5-8 Celery Stalks 1/2 Small Hot Pepper 1 Large Can of Black B... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childbirth & Labor C-section recovery tips: 6 of 19
Having a cesarean birth is sometimes the choice of the mother and at other times is a medical necessity to ensure the safety of mom and baby. Whether planned or a surprise, a c-section recovery can be both trying and stressful while trying to take care of that new baby. As a mother who has had a cesarean birth I will list th... More..
Food & Drink > Seafood Recipes Recipes: Mouth-watering fish: 12 of 31
CILANTRO AND LIME TILAPIA Fish can sometimes be a very intimidating dish to prepare. How should I make this? Will it taste alright? are just some of the questions the new cook can ask themselves. This dish is an easy and tasty way to introduce fish into the family meal-time without the stress and difficulty that can sometime... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Tips for accepting the new, bigger you throughout pregnancy: 5 of 11
Getting round is a normal part of pregnancy, it is inevitable and there is nothing that can be done to stop it. Though this is the part of pregnancy that women both look forward to and dread at the same time, there are some things that can be done to make the most of your newer and rounder shape. Here are my five favorite ti... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Tips for buying and wearing maternity clothes: 16 of 34
Pregnancy is an extremely emotional time, but what about the physical side of things? In pregnancy your body goes through a transformation and what better way to embrace your newer, rounder figure than with a flattering maternity wardrobe. Whether you are a new mom-to-be or a seasoned pro, shopping for maternity clothing can... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Maternity clothing review: Old Navy's maternity line: 3 of 6
Pregnancy is supposed to be a grand and exciting time filled with doctor's appointments, kick counts, and bonding with your unborn baby. What most people fail to mention though is just how much your body changes throughout those glorious nine months. Now you may be asking yourself a very basic and apparant question...doesn't... More..
Jobs & Careers > Health & Sciences Jobs Why become a nurse?: 16 of 30
As people grow and age their body's go through periods of wellness and periods of sickness. Usually good health goes unnoticed, but when things turn from good to bad it becomes apparent that interventions are needed to restore the body's natural balance. There are many key members of the health care team including doctor's, ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childbirth & Labor Essential items to pack when you are going to the hospital to deliver your baby: 17 of 22
Delivery of your precious little baby can be a long, stressful, and exciting time. Since baby's tend to make their arrival according to their watch and not mom's, it is best to pack a hospital bag a few weeks before the due date to be fully prepared for the grand entrance. When packing a bag there are a few things that need ... More..