Article: When your dog is having a nightmare, your first instinct may be to wake up your dog. However, this isn’t always the best idea. Waking up your dog would disrupt its sleep cycle, causing it to feel confused and possibly lash out at you. It’s often better to let a dog continue sleeping through the nightmare. If your dog’s nightmare is lasting more than a few minutes, consider trying to gently wake up your dog. If you decide to wake up your dog, you will need to do so carefully and safely. Call your dog’s name softly. If your dog doesn't wake up, call its name several more times, getting a little louder each time. Your goal is to wake up your dog gently without startling it.  Do not lean close to or touch your dog when you call its name. In case your dog wakes up suddenly and lashes out, you do not want to be in harm’s way.  Your dog should wake up after you call its name a few times. If it doesn’t, it may be having a seizure, which would require immediate veterinary care. Other signs of a seizure include uncontrollable shaking, urinating or defecating, and rigid leg movements. If you decide to let your dog continue sleeping, wait quietly until your dog wakes up on its own. Although hearing or seeing your dog having a nightmare can be very distressing, remember that nightmares do not last for forever. Your dog’s nightmare will end, and your dog will calm down again. Dogs tend to forget their nightmares after waking up. When your dog wakes up from its nightmare, it may feel a little confused or disoriented. Turn on some soft, soothing music to help your dog calm down and feel safe again. For your own safety, though, do not touch your dog just yet. Wait until your dog is more alert and calmed down before getting close to it.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Decide whether to wake up your dog. Call your dog’s name to wake it up. Wait for your dog to wake up if you don’t want to disrupt its sleep. Soothe your dog with quiet music when it wakes up.
Article: Stalking is defined as a pattern of unwanted attention or behavior directed at you that would make a reasonable person fearful. For example, it is stalking to send repeated, intrusive, scary calls, messages, or gifts. A stalker may follow or wait for you in places where she knows she’ll find you. Or, he may make threats to harm you or your friends or family.  Rely on your instincts: if you feel you are being stalked, seek help, including calling the police. Don’t downplay threatening behavior.  Keep a record of contact made by a stalker as well as keep any police reports. Sometimes, an ex’s behavior might not rise to the level of stalking. Perhaps she just keeps asking to be friends or to get back together. Or perhaps he’s telling you that it’s normal for exes to spend a certain amount of time together. You get to set your own boundaries with an ex, even if you feel guilty about ending the relationship.  Decide on what boundaries make you feel most able to enjoy your own life. Remember that you don’t owe your ex your time and attention. Naming your own boundaries, to yourself and your friends, is the first step.   Pay attention to feelings of resentment or discomfort. They are often a sign that you feel your boundaries are being violated or that you haven’t set boundaries that truly make you comfortable.  Be direct about what your boundaries all. Don’t be afraid to sound like a broken record if you need to. Tell your ex: “I’m not ready to be friends. If and when I am ready, I will let you know.” They are a helpful resource and the first line of defense in preventing your ex from contacting you.  Ask your family for help in limiting contact with your ex. For example, your parents might be able to screen calls or other ways that your ex tries to contact you.  Don’t tolerate friends who won’t respect your decision to end contact with your ex. If your friends try to use the situation to stir up drama, they are not real friends. You have the right not to be forced into unwanted contact with an abusive or stalking ex. At school, you might want to start by speaking with a guidance counselor; at work, with Human Resources or a trusted supervisor. If you have been in abusive relationship, your ex might promise that he won’t abuse you any more if you get back together. This is part of the cycle of abuse. While your ex might be able to change in time, if he does a lot of work and gets a lot of professional help, you need to be out of the relationship now. If your ex absolutely won’t leave you alone, in spite of anything you or others say, you might need to get a restraining order. This is a legal document that states the limits on the contact your ex may make with you.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Recognize signs of stalking and abuse. Set and communicate your own boundaries. Rely on your friends and family. Ask for help in enforcing boundaries and staying safe at school or work. Don’t be taken in by promises that your ex will change. Seek legal help if necessary.
Article: Anyone can get preeclampsia, and there’s no known cause for it. However, it’s more likely to happen if you’re under the age of 20 or over the age of 40. Being in these age groups does not mean you’ll develop preeclampsia. If you have any concerns, talk to your doctor. Having a family or personal medical history of preeclampsia or high blood pressure is a risk factor for this condition. Your personal medical history is especially important. If you’ve ever had an autoimmune disorder, diabetes, lupus, or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), your risk of having preeclampsia is higher. Talk to your doctor about your medical history. Carrying a lot of extra weight on your body increases your risk of developing preeclampsia. Discuss your weight with your doctor to find out if you may be at risk. Additionally, they may offer advice tailored to your needs. If you’re worried about your weight, don’t try to diet right now. Your baby needs nutrients to grow. Instead, ask your doctor how much you should be gaining every week, and eat a healthy, balanced diet. Preeclampsia is more common in first-time mothers. It’s not clear why this happens. However, you can avoid issues by seeing your doctor often. Being pregnant with multiple babies is another big risk factor for developing preeclampsia. Fortunately, your doctor will carefully monitor your health so they can treat it early, if you have it. For instance, you're at a higher risk of preeclampsia if you're pregnant with twins, triplets, or higher multiples. Getting pregnant through IVF increases your risk of preeclampsia. Any time there is an egg or sperm donor, you’re at a higher risk. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns. This is true for both single babies and multiples.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Recognize that women under 20 and over 40 have a higher risk. Check your personal and family history for certain medical issues. Talk to your doctor if you may be obese. Consider if this is your first pregnancy. Watch multiple pregnancies carefully. Consider if you used in vitro fertilization (IVF) to conceive.