Once you get to the transplant center where your kidney transplant is going to be done, you should meet with the medical team assigned to your surgery. You may contact the medical team on the way to the hospital so they are ready for you when you arrive. You should also be in contact with the surgeon who will be doing your kidney transplant. This will ensure you have all the necessary information about the surgery beforehand. You will get a thorough medical evaluation at the transplant center to confirm you are healthy enough for surgery. The medical team will ensure you do not have an infection or a medical issue that could cause issues with the surgery or your recovery. The medical team will also make sure the donated kidney is in good shape and will function properly in your body once it is transplanted. The medical team will also prepare your body for surgery by removing any hair on your chest and your abdomen. You may also be given a laxative or an enema to clean out your intestines and prevent you from getting constipated after surgery. An IV will also be inserted into your vein to give you medicine and prevent you from getting dehydrated. You may also be given a sedative to help you relax before the surgery. The medical team and/or the surgeon should outline exactly how the procedure will be done before you are operated on. You will be put "under" with general anesthesia and be asleep for the surgery. Then, the surgeon will make an incision on your lower abdomen, just above your groin. The donor kidney will be placed in your lower abdomen and the kidney's blood vessels will be connected to your iliac artery and vein. The surgeon will also connect your ureter to your bladder. The surgeon may also place a small drain into your abdomen to remove any excess fluid that may build up after the surgery.
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One-sentence summary -- Meet with the medical team. Undergo medical testing. Allow the medical team to prepare your body for surgery. Discuss what will happen during the surgery.

Spend some time and money on transforming your bedroom into an escape from the outside world. Making your bedroom feel like a hotel room can help you escape your everyday life and move into a more satisfying love life. Put noise-cancelling curtains on your windows and soft, luxurious blankets on your bed. If you have any pets, be sure that they are out of the room during your intimate encounters. It can really kill the mood if your dog jumps up on the bed and decides that it wants kisses, too. On average, people with silk sheets have more intimate encounters per week than those with duvets. Studies have shown that people who have purple bedding or furniture in their bedroom have more intimate encounters each week than those who do not. Other colors that did well in the study were red, sky blue, pink, and black. Colors to avoid include grey, green, and beige. Pillows can be used in a number of ways to enhance intimate positions. Make sure that you have lots of comfy pillows on your bed! Couples are more likely to get intimate in a warm bedroom, where being scantily clad (or naked) feels comfortable. That said, a bedroom that's too hot makes it difficult for both parties to perform. Aim for a temperature between 68 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on your tastes. Sheets that smell like sweat (and lord knows what else) are less sexy than clean-smelling sheets. Be sure to keep your sheets clean and smelling nice by washing them regularly. You might also want to spray your sheets with a linen spray to keep them smelling good. If you do this, make sure you don't go overboard an overpowering scent will be off-putting. Ensure that dirty laundry is in a hamper and that there are no other reminders of your household chores within eyesight when you're getting intimate. Seeing reminders of your chores can be distracting and stress-inducing. Condoms, toys, props, lubricant put anything that you are likely to use during intimate encounters into a box or drawer that is meant only for those things. That way, when you're making out, you don't end up digging around or searching for things when you need them. Music and physical intimacy go well together as one expert says, the two tap into a primitive part of our brains. Recommended tunes are ones with a sexy beat that evokes a wave-like feeling, but really anything that gets you going is fine! Candles do more than set the mood: their flattering light will boost your physical appearance. Avoid choosing candles that are too heavily scented, as these can be off-putting. To be safe, stick to unscented candles. If you really want to use scented candles, try one of these scents: pumpkin pie, licorice, lavender, cinnamon buns, or cucumber. Avoid cherry, cranberry, chocolate, and smokey scents. Instead of turning your attention to the TV, smart phone or tablet when you retire for the evening, make an effort to be together in bed to cuddle and unwind together. Doing this will make intimate encounters more likely. Resist the urge to check your phone while being intimate with someone. A study showed that 1 in 10 people do this. If you're one of those people, remove the temptation by leaving your phone on silent in the other room.
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One-sentence summary -- Make your bedroom into an oasis. Get softer bedding. Add some purple to your bedroom. Use pillows to make sex more enjoyable. Turn up the heat (literally). Keep your bedding clean. Keep your room clean. Keep intimate items in a special box. Make a sexy playlist. Light candles. Disconnect.

You should be able to see yourself all at once in any mirror you use in your home. This doesn't necessarily mean you need to have a home full of full-length mirrors, but you should avoid tiny mirrors, or mirrors made up of individual tiles. You should be able to see your head and shoulders in the mirror at the same time. You should avoid selecting mirrors with distorted surfaces. This also applies to mirrors with antiquated surfaces. It's believed that looking into such mirrors will make you feel distorted yourself, and this is bad for your home's feng shui. Try to avoid using round or oval shaped mirrors in your home. Square or rectangular mirrors are generally thought to be best for creating good feng shui. You shouldn't hang any mirrors in your home that are broken or cracked. If a mirror that's already in your house breaks, take it down immediately.
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Use whole mirrors. Don't use mirrors with distorted surfaces. Use square or rectangular mirrors. Avoid broken mirrors.