Personal Statement : My First Pregnancy

I am a highly motivated individual who has both clinical and research experiences in the health care field, and I pursue dentistry as my second career. I was a NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) nurse and have worked for five years in the major academic hospitals in South Korea as well as in the United States. I grew up in South Korea, and diversity is one of the most important components that I am looking for in the community. The diverse student body of the University of New England will broaden me academically and culturally.

I have three children two boys and one girl, but when I got pregnant of my third baby I did not planed to have another baby. I was using calendar method because the pills method had side effect in my body; so I decided to use the calendar method, but just worked for three years the calendar method because I got pregnant. I was in shock because I did not want to have another baby. I remember when I went to the doctor and he told me that I was pregnant I started cry and my husband was with me and he told me that everything will be okay not to worry.

In the essay "What Pregnant Women Won't Tell You - Ever", Elyse Anders talks about the downsides of pregnancy. Some of which I wasn't aware that could happen but other I was. I was aware of common symptoms like having a trouble staying awake, morning sickness, frequent urination, pooping and not being able to drink. But, I was not aware of the others.

I grew up dreaming and admiring the work of Florence Nightingale, Mother Teresa, and my aunt who is a Gynecologist Specialist while providing utmost care and assistance to sick family members who were in pain, especially my grandparents, my three months premature daughter, and my mother-in-law who fought with cancer for 15 years. Throughout my school years, I worked hard towards my dream, however, when in college I met my husband, was married and moved to Kansas. It was not until, after fourteen years of marriage that I started working as a Pharmacy technician and acquiring my CNA certificate that I felt as if God has chosen me for this purpose and I decided to acquire BSN degree. Since CVS was a neighboring store, I met people with various illnesses, started seeing them on a routine basis, and tried my unsurpassed in providing them with comfort, assistance, and support, while using empathy and tolerance in satisfying their needs. Most of all, I started

My paternal grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer when I was 7yr old. At this age, I was too young to comprehend what was going on, but I do remember the significance of the situation and the impact that it had on my entire family. It truly influenced me. My research done on Radiation Therapy substantiates that this field has a strong impact on people’s lives both physically and mentally. Within this past year my maternal grandmother was also diagnosed with breast cancer. Seeing the effect that a positive support system can have as well as the success that the radiation therapy has had on her has reinforced my desire to be able to pursue a career that would allow me to help people get through tough times in their lives by being able to provide physical care as well as emotional support.

Nursing has always been in my life since the day I was born… literally. My Aunt, a labor and delivery nurse, was the one who basically helped my mother deliver me. The fact that my Aunt was lucky enough to be the one that was there for people on those special days fascinated me. As long as could remember I knew I wanted to do that and be the one to help and comfort so many through their highs and lows.

Immediately after birth, the newborn has an identification band put on. One band is put on the ankle, one on the wrist. The newborn has footprints done immediately. Included on the footprint sheet are the newborn’s name, sex, DOB, time of birth, and mother’s health record.

I remember the day she born. I was nervous for the simple fact that my life would never be the same. Soon no longer would I be known as just Ayanna, I would take on a new title. A title that I would share with so many woman, and after eight long hours of labor, I would now be known to the world as mommy.

Growing up with my grandparents had helped me determine my decision of pursuing a career in the medical field. My grandparents were Chinese farmers who would always reaching out for our neighbors and providing them with life needs. By growing up with them, I obtain their personalities as well. They taught me to be humble, responsible and caring. I remember a quote by Stephen Richard, “When you reach out to those in need, do not be surprised if the essential meaning of something occurs.” This quote was later proven by my own experience, which I would get this indescribable gratification I get after helping someone. Therefore, I wanted to become someone who can reaching out for others as my grandparents ever since I was little. Being in the

4. What new information do we learn about Sweet Home in this chapter, specifically about Denver’s birth?

My parents were immigrants from Mexico and while both were fortunate to attend high school in the United States, they did not receive the guidance that would enable them to continue their education past high school. One of the most valuable experiences from a college experience and education is awareness. Thus, when my mother felt that I was old enough to understand, she confessed that she experienced troubling symptoms in the months following the births of each of her five children (including myself), such as temporary lapses in memory, overwhelming sadness, and anxious thoughts. My mother did not know that she might have been displaying symptoms of postpartum depression. Coming from a low-income background and a culture that often frowns upon seeking help for mental health, she had little to no knowledge of what she was going through or how to access resources to help her through these struggles. Fortunately, she was able to recover without any professional help, but this personal experience was the beginning of what inspired me to work in counseling - to assist others receive the psychological help they need.

As a child, my parents had always pushed me to reach for my goals and go to school. My mom always made me promise to her, she didn’t care if I got married or had kids, but that I received a degree. And that’s exactly what I did. During my high school years, I dabbled with different subjects to figure out what I would enjoy doing the most as I got older. I believe happiness overcomes money. I would rather be happy than make a million dollars every year. So I sought to find a career that would make me happy. I landed on the medical field. Seeing people in misery shatters me, therefore I chose a career that would help me try and make a difference. I also chose this field to help my mother and provide her with the care she needs. My mom was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2008. After seeing this disease have negative tolls in her life, I promised myself I would always be there to help her in whatever way I can. My mother has always guided me and supported me through all my ups and downs in life, and without her I wouldn’t be up here right

While exercise may not be able to eliminate all of the discomfort associated with pregnancy, it can help with circulation, digestion, and constipation, as well as improve posture and muscle tone, which you will need to support joints that are loosened by various hormones as your body prepares for childbirth. Additionally, exercise can counteract the changes in body image and self-esteem that you possess. Most importantly, an appropriate exercise program can help prepare for the mental and physical demands of labor and delivery.

For a brief moment I felt at peace, because I believed I could help my family out of poverty while doing something that I choose for myself. But I realized deep down that the legal studies field was not what I wanted for a life long career and I noticed there were several overlaps between the criminal justice system and the healthcare system which piqued my interests. A career in the legal studies field seemed like an easy way out. I could easily help my family and community, and be comfortable in that type of career, but the problem was that I didn’t want comfort. I wanted excitement, and a true passion. What I truly sought after was a career that would constantly test and push me to my fullest potential. I wanted a career that would allow me to give back to the same community of underserved areas, and more importantly I wanted to help people on a more immediate and individual basis. As a doctor, researcher, and scientist we all have to work as a collective body to improve the life and wellbeing of society, but as a doctor I could go a step farther and make impacts on an individual level with my patients. Ironically, what I ended up wanting was the one thing I had previously tried to fight; a career in

Convalescent leave after delivery will be determined by the attending physician. This will normally be for 42 days. Convalescent leave after a termination of pregnancy (for example, miscarriage) will be determined on an individual basis. Prior to commencing convalescent leave, postpartum Soldiers will be issued a temporary profile for 45 days. If the soldier decides to return early, the temporary profile remains in effect. Soldiers will receive clearance from the profiling officer prior to returning to duty. Soldiers are exempt from the APFT and from record weigh-in for 180 days following the termination of a pregnancy. After receiving clearance to resume physical fitness training, they are expected to use