• Beckinsale shared the story to lend her support to Chrissy Teigen , who recently revealed that she and husband John Legend lost their third child following a series of pregnancy complications. (etonline.com)
  • Teigen had kept her fans informed of her mandatory bed rest, hospitalization, and blood transfusions amid pregnancy complications she experienced. (etonline.com)
  • Her business offers maternity and baby planning services to women experiencing bed rest during pregnancy. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • Pregnancy is such a personal experience and I want Resting Mommies to feel that they are always being thought of and attended to. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • Pregnancy for me has always come with a multitude of challenging symptoms and scares,' she wrote alongside a photo of herself appearing to lie in a hospital bed. (eonline.com)
  • Parents who qualify for FMLA get twelve weeks, while all mothers have exclusive rights under the Illinois Pregnancy Leave Act (ILPLA). (growingfamilybenefits.com)
  • Most of the school girls were advised by their mothers to take daily pills to avoid pregnancy during studies. (havake.co.in)
  • If your doctor determines that they want you on bed rest due to the pregnancy, you will be entitled to this fee. (surrogatealternatives.com)
  • Provide physical support to the mother without disturbing the pregnancy. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • With a mix of soft and firm, this Serta iSeries Hybrid mattress offers any sleeper a great night's sleep, especially if you can't sleep while pregnant An extra-thick layer of memory foam will contour to your body shape for custom support while also helping keep allergens away, a key benefit to sleep and health during pregnancy. (mattressfirm.com)
  • Another great option for those seeking better rest and the best mattress for pregnancy is the Beautyrest Greenwood 9.5" Firm Mattress. (mattressfirm.com)
  • Now, Florence has returned from college, determined to spend the summer training to swim the English Channel, and Fannie, pregnant again after recently losing a baby, is on bedrest for the duration of her pregnancy. (simonandschuster.com)
  • Now at UCSF and as a new mother herself, Sarah hopes to share her knowledge and skills by educating others about safe and healthy pregnancy, delivery, and post-natal care. (ucsf.edu)
  • Juli, Clinical Psychologist has taught classes for the Great Expectations Pregnancy Program since January 2013, including the Afterglow, a 6-week postpartum support group and Emotional Aspects of Pregnancy. (ucsf.edu)
  • The mother is on bed rest with pre term pregnancy. (careportal.org)
  • Doctors must monitor mothers and their babies throughout pregnancy, watching for any signs of complications and taking swift action if any problems develop. (birthinjurylawyer.com)
  • Treatment of stones in pregnancy ranges from conservative management (eg, bed rest, hydration, analgesia) to more invasive measures (eg, stent placement, ureteroscopy with stone manipulation, percutaneous nephrostomy ). (medscape.com)
  • The Great Candy Run, presented by the Colorado Fetal Care Center, does just that by supporting the Fetal Health Foundation, which ultimately provides hope to expectant families. (denverpost.com)
  • Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center found that "the link between birth complications and expectant mothers' sleep appears to be in disruptions to normal immune system function, caused by insufficient and low-quality sleep. (mattressfirm.com)
  • The care provided by alcohol dependent mothers predisposes the children to vulnerable health, as the mother's cognitive capacities and childcare skills are affected. (bvsalud.org)
  • Many new mothers in this country are like Underwood: working women who give birth without guaranteed time to recuperate and care for their babies. (thenation.com)
  • It connects to twin, full, queen, king and California King adult beds and can hold one or two babies comfortably. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • The Littleton, Colo.-based 501c3 non-profit ( http://www.fetalhealthfoundation.org/ ) connects families diagnosed with a fetal condition to top-rated medical specialists, provides support, and funds research to improve outcomes in fetal conditions - ultimately giving hope to babies. (denverpost.com)
  • What do you think are the proper roles for mothers and fathers of babies today? (studyres.com)
  • Babies who are born after a problem with the placenta may require additional support, emergency treatment, or lifelong care. (birthinjurylawyer.com)
  • Although most Zika virus infections are characterized by subclinical or mild influenza-like illness, severe manifestations have been described, including Guillain-Barre syndrome in adults and microcephaly in babies born to infected mothers. (cdc.gov)
  • CLS's come from a variety of educational backgrounds including doulas, mothers, social workers, nurses and midwives. (fwdoulas.com)
  • Fort Wayne Doulas specializes in postpartum doula care including after-birth recovery support, breastfeeding, newborn care, light housework and meal prep. (fwdoulas.com)
  • She's been helping her clients on prescribed bed rest in Austin for a long time, and I'm happy that she's written a guest post to share her experience and inform us all about antepartum doulas. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • If helping mothers to be more comfortable in bed, doulas must know how to add pillows and position mamas so they don't develop additional pain, stiffness or in the worst case, bed sores. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • After being hospitalized for a pre-term labor scare, pregnant Khadijah Haqq McCray is home and on bedrest: "I know I'm not alone and I just know it's not easy to talk about. (eonline.com)
  • On Thursday, Nov. 5, the pregnant mother of three took to Instagram to inform her followers she had a 'pre-term labor scare a few weeks ago and was hospitalized. (eonline.com)
  • When I became pregnant with my son three years later, bedrest was a topic of discussion early on as my OB wanted to avoid the chain of negative events that had occurred with my daughter. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • There were no supports or services in place for high-risk pregnant women prescribed bed rest in the Greater Austin area, and women prescribed bed rest were left to their own devices to cope. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • An antepartum doula is a woman who supports and assists high-risk pregnant women (on or off bed rest) who are at risk of going into preterm labor and delivering a premature infant. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • Support and Firmness are the most important factors to consider while buying the mattress and for those lovely pregnant ladies who are finding it difficult to sleep during these days, this factor is the first in the list to consider. (beds.org)
  • For making a better choice in a mattress at this time, you can go through best mattress reviews or can check for highest rated mattress by the pregnant mothers, so that you choose the best for yourself and the development of your baby. (beds.org)
  • She teaches at several Bay Area hospitals, leads monthly support groups for pregnant and new parents of multiples, and offers private classes to mothers on bed rest. (ucsf.edu)
  • Feeding them together will involve sitting up in bed and using plenty of pillows. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • Sit in a comfortable chair with arm rests or a bed with pillows. (mountsinai.org)
  • Use pillows for back and belly support, to prop you up to avoid heartburn, and for hip relief. (mattressfirm.com)
  • Few new mothers get paid maternity leave. (thenation.com)
  • A recent survey in the United Kingdom found that almost a third of mothers end up in debt due to maternity leave-and paid maternity leave is mandatory there for employers. (thenation.com)
  • Short-term disability insurance is the primary way Illinois mothers working for private companies can enjoy paid maternity leave benefits. (growingfamilybenefits.com)
  • Many new parents working for government agencies in Illinois enjoy paid maternity leave supported by taxpayers without similar benefits. (growingfamilybenefits.com)
  • During my prison sentence, I MEAN bed rest, she made the hour drive every other day to give Mike and I emotional support. (thespohrsaremultiplying.com)
  • Each day includes 3 hours of care that are personalized to your needs and include consistent, unwavering physical and emotional support. (fwdoulas.com)
  • Be a strong emotional support. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • Pre-eclampsia increases the risk of undesirable as well as lethal outcomes for both the mother and the fetus including preterm labor. (wikipedia.org)
  • The Great Candy Run is also special to Lanie because it supports the Fetal Health Foundation (FHF). (denverpost.com)
  • It's recommended that mothers with this diagnosis receive care from a maternal fetal specialist. (denverpost.com)
  • Based in Littleton, the Fetal Health Foundation leads the way in supporting families and medical treatment centers dealing with intrauterine fetal syndromes. (denverpost.com)
  • They're specifically designed to help expecting mothers sleep in a fetal position while offering support for their growing baby bumps and other areas of the body. (mattressfirm.com)
  • An adjustable bed frame allows you to prop your legs up by raising the lower end of the bed, or prop your head up by lifting the top end. (mattressfirm.com)
  • As a single mother, she prepared to cover the income she would lose during her unpaid leave, hoarding paid time off and taking out disability insurance. (thenation.com)
  • Unsurprisingly, the Census Bureau has found that over 40 percent of new mothers take unpaid leave. (thenation.com)
  • PART 1 3 BIRTH AND INFANCY THE FIRST TWO YEARS C hapter 4 describes the preparation of the mother for labor, delivery, birth, and motherhood. (studyres.com)
  • How much money do mothers get while out on bed rest, recovering from childbirth, or bonding with their newborn baby at home? (growingfamilybenefits.com)
  • Sodium nitroprusside should be reserved for extreme emergencies and used for the shortest amount of time possible because of concerns about cyanide and thiocyanate toxicity in the mother and fetus or newborn, and increased intracranial pressure with potential worsening of cerebral edema in the mother. (medscape.com)
  • With 9 hours to use, as needed, and a 1 hour welcome home visit, this is the perfect balance for families desiring short term in-home support for the first weeks with their newborn while receiving the benefits of 24/7 phone and e-mail support and access to a vast resource network. (fwdoulas.com)
  • The mother stated she needs a basinet, diapers that are for newborn, clothes that are newborn or 0--3 months. (careportal.org)
  • HSIB's latest investigation report, Management of preterm labour and birth of twins , has highlighted the need for better national guidance to help maternity teams manage the care of mothers expecting twins during preterm labour and birth. (boyesturnerclaims.com)
  • You cannot get unemployment on maternity leave in Illinois because mothers fail most of the four requirements during this brief period. (growingfamilybenefits.com)
  • Breastfeeding is a complete nutrition for the baby and beneficial to the baby and the mother. (intechopen.com)
  • Mothers should be prepared for breastfeeding and motivated antenatally. (intechopen.com)
  • Reflexes in the mother while breastfeeding are prolactin and oxytocin reflexes, while reflexes in the baby are rooting, sucking and swallowing. (intechopen.com)
  • Breastfeeding develops bonding between the baby and the mother and promotes brain growth of the baby. (intechopen.com)
  • Breastfeeding is a birthright of every baby, and also it is the right of every mother to breastfeed her baby. (intechopen.com)
  • Many communities have breastfeeding support groups that can be a good resource. (uhhospitals.org)
  • Receive the most up-to-date breastfeeding knowledge and support through Birth Matters' Breastfeeding course. (fwdoulas.com)
  • If you are breastfeeding, use a support pillow to hold your baby while you are nursing. (newhealthguide.org)
  • The policy places particular emphasis on the need to promote, protect and support breastfeeding for the majority of infants whose mothers is HIV negative, and for whom breastfeeding is a lifesaver. (who.int)
  • The government, through this policy, is re-affirming its commitment to breastfeeding, and defines ways to manage HIV within the overall strategy of prevention of mother to child transmission, and the National Strategic Plan for HIV/AIDS (Medium Term Plan II, 1999-2004). (who.int)
  • Exclusive breastfeeding for six months will be promoted for all mothers as a public health measure, and from six months mothers will be advised to introduce nutritious foods with continued breastfeeding to about two years. (who.int)
  • All mothers shall be informed about the benefits of breastfeeding, the risk of artificial feeding and the importance of prevention of HIV/AIDS, including how to prevent mother to child transmission. (who.int)
  • The prevalence of HIV/AIDS demands a policy to clarify the government position on breastfeeding and HIV AIDS and to provide guidance on how best to ensure that every child has access to the best feeding possible, irrespective of the HIV status of his/her biological mother. (who.int)
  • With policy implementation, major resources will be spent initially on capacity development and training to equip health workers with knowledge and skills necessary to promote, protect and support breastfeeding and to ensure safe and optimal feeding practices for children who have to be fed on breastmilk substitutes. (who.int)
  • The mother-to-be was told there was no way to correct the problem and put on bed rest and medications until her daughter was born in January 2004. (denverpost.com)
  • If the baby is delivered via C-section, the obstetrician will deliver the placenta and place the mother on Pitocin along with other medications, if necessary. (babiekids.com)
  • There are several types of issues with the placenta that can become life-threatening or life-altering for the mother, the baby, or both. (birthinjurylawyer.com)
  • At eight months, she suffered from pre eclampsia and was asked to take total bed rest. (havake.co.in)
  • Attaches to your bed under the mattress and is securely strapped into place. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • Therefore, proper support is required to get off the bed often and a very soft mattress may not provide you the same. (beds.org)
  • It is important that your mattress provides proper support and weight distribution so that you are comfortable and sleep without any discomfort. (beds.org)
  • For example your midsection would require better support and an unsupportive mattress would sag, thereby leading to discomfort and sleepissues. (beds.org)
  • The 886 Pro-Supportâ„¢ Coil System innerspring core also helps to provide the support you need so you don't sink into an extra fluffy mattress. (mattressfirm.com)
  • Whether you sleep on your back, stomach, or side, you'll love the luxury firm comfort and support of this mattress. (mattressfirm.com)
  • Doctors told Underwood that she had an incompetent cervix and put her on bed rest three weeks ahead of schedule. (thenation.com)
  • I started Mamas on Bedrest & Beyond in 2009 following my four pregnancies, the two surviving being high risk. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • High-risk pregnancies are almost always unexpected and are usually no fault of the mother. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • Evening I shut down from 6-9 to get the baby taken care of and put to bed. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • Please ask about Bed Rest Support, C-Section Care or any other special needs as they arise. (fwdoulas.com)
  • Postpartum care is a highly valued gift for the mother and family, perfect for any occasion! (fwdoulas.com)
  • That he was actively seeking medical care and to reform, to become one of those success stories we hear all too often on the radio or see on TV, and that his failures were not personal shortcomings, but a reflection of the flaws and apathy of our medical support system. (kevinmd.com)
  • The aim of this qualitative research was to evaluate how alcoholic mother care for their children. (bvsalud.org)
  • Stephanie knew that she had to make this experience better for the next Mommy and vowed that when she got out of bed she was going to do something. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • I told myself when I got out of bed I would change the bed rest experience for the next Mommy. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • By signing up, you confirm that you are over the age of 16 and agree to receive occasional promotional offers for programs that support The Nation 's journalism. (thenation.com)
  • Please support credible, community-based Black journalism. (dallasweekly.com)
  • Use your arm and hand to support the neck, back, and bottom. (mountsinai.org)
  • The bed offers orthopedic joint, muscle, head and neck support thanks to the raised rim and super-soft filling. (chewy.com)
  • The therapeutic bed design has a raised rim and ultra-soft filling, offering orthopedic joint, muscles, head and neck support. (chewy.com)
  • One of your physicians first recommendations might be to start sleeping on your side, which means you'll want plenty of support to relieve any pressure from your neck or back. (mattressfirm.com)
  • The benefits of co-sleeping are currently being studied and findings support this behavior as normal and healthy for both mother and child. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • Hopefully it works on the first attempt, but in case it doesn't, this fee will be paid again and will compensate you for lost wages and childcare, since most IVF clinics require you be on bed rest for 2-3 days following the embryo transfer procedure. (surrogatealternatives.com)
  • The study shows the importance of this investigation by nurses in order to create strategies to deal with alcoholism and to exchange experiences on appropriate childcare together with alcoholic mothers. (bvsalud.org)
  • The arrows pierce his body and when Bhishma falls down from his chariot, the arrows form a bed so that Bhishma's body does not lie on Mother Earth. (prittleprattlenews.com)
  • With his body resting on the bed of arrows, Bhishma's head hangs loose with no support. (prittleprattlenews.com)
  • It is equally crucial to see whether you have aches in certain body parts or whether you get up often at night or your body gets enough support. (beds.org)
  • Try warm milk or a high-protein snack before bed to avoid bad dreams, headaches and body sweats. (mattressfirm.com)
  • My great-grandmother is at the top, my grandmother and mother side by side in the middle, and me, as a seven year old, at the bottom. (thespohrsaremultiplying.com)
  • She also lent her support to Chrissy Teigen, who lost her third child this week. (etonline.com)
  • If the child(ren) is/are restless, the mother can simply reach over and comfort them. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • With the end of the federal support offered throughout the pandemic, child poverty rates have shot up, and families like Donnette McManus' are feeling the squeeze. (upworthy.com)
  • She was delighted to be a mother of a healthy and charming child. (havake.co.in)
  • Her mother agreed to look after the child while she completed her studies. (havake.co.in)
  • She was a proud mother to breastfeed her child at the age of 16. (havake.co.in)
  • The National Policy on Infant and Young Child Feeding was developed to create an environment that promote, protect and support sound infant and young child feeding practices in Namibia. (who.int)
  • Orientation and training will be offered to equip health workers with skills to counsel and support mothers and child caregivers. (who.int)
  • With appropriate diagnosis and management, the outcome for both the mother and baby is excellent. (medscape.com)
  • Bhishma asks Arjuna to provide some support. (prittleprattlenews.com)
  • AON Mother Nature has not been verified to provide current, third-party lab results for both potency and contaminants. (cbdoilreview.org)
  • I do not have the power to transform our medical system to provide sweeping reforms to provide them the social support many of them lack. (kevinmd.com)
  • Firstly, it can provide support to teachers about how they can discuss the revised fundamental values and promote equality, which is also stressed in the curriculum (Skolverket, 2021c, p. 7). (lu.se)
  • The Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper bassinet enables you to reach over and draw your baby close for feeding without disturbing the warmth and security of your beds. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • Mother can breastfeed during the night without getting up, thus meeting needs of both mother and baby. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • Mother can enjoy more rest because she can reach her baby from her bed. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • From the first day home mother and baby are able to bond and this bond carries through for the rest of their lives. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • Proper rest and support is not just important for the expecting mother but also for the growth and development of the baby. (beds.org)
  • The mother does not have anything for the new baby on the way. (careportal.org)
  • the mother is having a baby girl. (careportal.org)
  • mation on the medical record numbers of LBW infants are at higher risk for mor- the infant and its mother, Apgar scores at 1 bidity during their first year of life [ 2 ]. (who.int)
  • She is speaking from experience, as she spent 26 weeks on bed res herself. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • I spent 26 weeks on and off of bed rest and I needed support and resources and I just couldn't find what I really needed. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • This disease can very often kill people despite medical support, but his lab values had continued to improve, and he would need bed rest and oral rehydration as his muscles healed over the next few weeks. (kevinmd.com)
  • During the early months, they'll sleep better in the same bed, within touching distance. (motheringfromtheheart.com)
  • I had pre-term labor, weekly specialist visits, and 6.5 months of bed rest. (eonline.com)
  • Often times surrogates sign with other agencies with the impression that they'll receive the highest surrogate mother compensation and end up waiting months to get matched, only to be told they could only get them $30,000 - $40,000 in gestational surrogate pay. (surrogatealternatives.com)
  • [ 4 ] In support of their recommendation, they sited Glowacki et al (1992), whose study monitored 107 asymptomatic patients with renal calculi over 31.6 months. (medscape.com)
  • I am an Advocate for Women and I take that approach, if I can educate businesses and the community about the Resting Mommies I serve my company begins to make sense to them. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • We cannot thank you enough for the support our community has already shown. (caringbridge.org)
  • Carole is an active member of community outreach groups who support low-income families with multiples. (ucsf.edu)
  • However, with the support of family and friends, Khloe Kardashian 's BFF was able to start a dialogue with her followers. (eonline.com)
  • CaringBridge is a nonprofit social network dedicated to helping family and friends communicate with and support loved ones during a health journey. (caringbridge.org)
  • By visiting a CaringBridge website, you join over 300,000 people a day who are supporting friends and family members. (caringbridge.org)
  • Receive the most fluid support available as I become an extension of your family unit. (fwdoulas.com)
  • Cherry is a teacher, mother and Family Therapist. (ucsf.edu)
  • My company is such a micro-niche that getting people to really understand Bed Rest. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • A mother, struggling with addiction, got into a treatment program, found and kept a job, and was able to visit her children once again thanks to having a place to sleep and people who supported her. (eugene-or.gov)
  • AON Mother Nature believes in helping people achieve their health goals and enhancing their quality of life through the natural benefits of CBD. (cbdoilreview.org)
  • More information and support for people with HBV condition and their families can be found by joining a support group . (medlineplus.gov)
  • You must also support your abdomen where the incision was made when you make sudden movements or when coughing and laughing. (newhealthguide.org)
  • As I sat in my hospital bed those next few days, my belly began to swell. (cdc.gov)
  • The City now offers almost 700 shelter beds - including nine rest stops and four safe sleep sites. (eugene-or.gov)
  • Parents working in government agencies often enjoy better income benefits than most taxpayers in private industry who support them. (growingfamilybenefits.com)
  • AON Mother Nature was founded by Matt and Kip, American businessmen that want to promote a healthy lifestyle and spread the good news of the health benefits of CBD. (cbdoilreview.org)
  • There are coping mechanisms that the mother-to-be can engage in and these range from bed rest to support groups. (babiekids.com)
  • Lastly, the novel allows teachers to discuss mental health issues in the classroom and possibly support students struggling with their mental health. (lu.se)
  • Guidelines have been developed to support health workers implement this policy. (who.int)
  • Recent changes in human demographics and food preferences, changes in food production and distribution systems, microbial adaptation, and lack of support for public health resources and infrastructure have led to the emergence of novel as well as traditional foodborne diseases. (cdc.gov)
  • Mothers usually either require bed rest and close monitoring or emergency delivery, depending on the nature and severity of the issue. (birthinjurylawyer.com)
  • To do this, the novel has been analysed through close reading, supported by the theoretical framework of feminist criticism. (lu.se)
  • HSIB's investigation followed concerns expressed by a mother of twins who both suffered brain injuries after a preterm birth. (boyesturnerclaims.com)
  • Thus, this paper will attempt to support teachers of English in their work to implement these new and important aspects of the fundamental values. (lu.se)
  • Her mother, Vilailuck, also posted some devastating images and videos of herself saying goodbye to her grandson at the hospital. (etonline.com)
  • When I wasn't vomiting, I was either on bed rest or in the hospital getting hydrated. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • Forces Hospital, which is a modern, well- sidered full-term and the rest were catego- equipped 330-bed hospital situated at King rized as preterm. (who.int)
  • The common feeding problems in the mother are flat or inverted nipple, sore nipple, engorgement of breasts, and mastitis which should be prevented. (intechopen.com)
  • She also personally addressed the 34-year-old cookbook author, writing, "Thank you @chrissyteigen for making sure it is abundantly clear how devastating this is, and how life changing it can be without support. (etonline.com)
  • Debt appears to be a common way for new mothers to plug the hole left by lost income, even though it can lead to financial disaster later in life. (thenation.com)
  • But she remembered that day for the rest of her life. (kbia.org)
  • With every scream and every single tear, I was met with an awful medical support system. (preeclampsia.org)
  • Lasker became an activist, philanthropist and strategist focused on supporting medical research. (kbia.org)
  • Also, cartwheels are her specialty.If you are a mother looking for a great degree, Anica suggests you check out the nursing master's degree program from the University of Cincinnati. (novembersunflower.com)
  • Magnesium sulphate is given to the mother as an initial dose (bolus) and then by IV for at least 4 hours and within 24 hours of the birth. (boyesturnerclaims.com)
  • Interested in a birth doula that provides FREE postpartum doula support? (fwdoulas.com)
  • I worked with my OB to devise a modified bed rest plan and vowed that after the birth of my son, I'd address this issue. (inspiredbirthpro.com)
  • The stories and support have certainly left an impact. (eonline.com)
  • Switch to non-toxic & chemical free bedding that is luxurious & durable. (forbiddenbroadway.com)
  • All services include a free consultation and 24/7 virtual support. (fwdoulas.com)
  • She got off from the school at the end of sixth month and stayed home helping her mother. (havake.co.in)
  • There has been an outpouring of celebrity and fan love and support for Teigen this week following the news of her tragic loss. (etonline.com)
  • When one follower said they were also in bed, Khadijah replied, 'Kick your feet up love I'm with ya. (eonline.com)
  • According to Stephanie, 1 in 5 women, that's roughly 800,000 annually, are placed on bed rest and there are no real resources for them. (inspiredbysavannah.com)
  • In 2014, I initiated the Hartford, Connecticut, chapter of the National Cervical Cancer Coalition, a wonderful organization providing support, information, and education to women and families affected by cervical cancer and HPV (human papillomavirus). (cdc.gov)