Lady Askari is looking for experienced female drivers with good time management skills for the position of full-time security driver. The driver will be responsible for transporting clients on time and may have to work nights and weekends to accomplish their duties.
Lady Askari is looking for a Security Risk Controller based in Kisumu. The successful candidate will help secure client assets by proactively identifying, evaluating, and reporting security threats within the client facility.
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My journey as a first-time mom was filled with doubt, fear, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Just like you, my body, mind, and spirit felt disconnected when I first held my baby in my arms even after so much preparation and research LOL. Looking back, there are a few things I would have appreciated to aid in my breastfeeding journey and looking after a little human being that was now under my care. I hope they help you as you navigate your breastfeeding journey:
Your birthing experience doesn’t define the mother that you are for your baby- I gave birth through a c-section and that felt like a failure for me. It made me feel inadequate about not birthing vaginally and my milk supply dipped because I was stressed and thinking too hard about it. So be gracious with yourself, your body needs to feel safe and calm before it can produce milk to nourish your little one.
Trust your body- with all the bodily changes that come with pregnancy and eventually birth, I hated my body and that slowed my healing process and eventually my milk production. Giving birth is no easy feat and probably the hardest thing your body will ever have to do. So, give your amazing body a little extra love to heal and do the amazing things it needs to do for you and baby.
It’s okay to supplement with formula milk- I remember feeling guilty and ashamed each time I made a bottle for my daughter because of how uninformed I was about breastfeeding. Not producing milk immediately after birth is normal and our bodies function differently so, no pressure, new momma! Your body will find natural ways to rise to the new occasion.
You can do it all, but you don’t have to- since I felt inadequate as a mom, I overcompensated by doing everything on my own. I did not allow anyone to help me with feeding, changing, bathing and taking my baby to sleep. My milk supply was still under the gutter and my back paid the price to date. It’s okay to allow your immediate family to support you as much as they can.
Don’t forget to eat and rest- when your milk supply doesn’t occur naturally, a little help goes a long way. Drink lots of fluids, fruit, veggies, nutritious foods and most importantly, sleep.
Keep latching- keeping the baby on the breast may seem like a waste of time, but a newborn needs colostrum before your breast milk supply improves. Putting the baby on the breast stimulates your body to produce more milk.
Walk your own journey- I know it gets overwhelming with all the advice and different views and opinions, but really, breastfeeding is an individual journey. It could be lonely, but nothing as hard as making decisions based on other people’s experiences other than your own.
Your milk will come overflowing, eventually- unless it’s a medical issue, you will get your milk two to three days after birth like I did. Or a few hours later, or maybe a few weeks after. Some women start producing milk before birth and for some mommas with two or more babies, breastfeeding becomes a continuous growth process. Be patient with yourself and prepare.
You can thrive at work and being a mom- Pumping and storing breastmilk at work is essential to keep the flow going. I used to hide in the most ridiculous places to pump because I didn’t want to make others uncomfortable. Other times my boobs would swell, leak until I got home. Scratch that! You don’t have to feel embarrassed or hide, breastfeeding is part of the cycle of life. At Lady Askari, we’re provided with a nursing kit that includes a breast pump, storage bottles, a storage bag, an ice cooler pack when expressing and storing milk at work or away from home and a breastfeeding cover to feed your little one in style and privacy. We are empowered to embrace our beautiful boobs and our breastfeeding journeys.
Happy breastfeeding- it’s a new experience and has its challenges, and if it’s a second or third or fourth time, each experience is uniquely different. Breastfeeding is the second most empowering thing we do as women, for ourselves and our babies. I enjoyed breastfeeding and the bonding time I spent with my little one while doing it. I know you enjoy it too, and maybe not so much when they start teething and biting through the nipple. But by then, you will have become a pro at managing it as you go. So, let’s celebrate our boobies today. Lets thank them for what they do for us and the life they sustain. I’m giving mine a big kiss!
So, momma, I promise you it gets better. Mine got better and I nourished my baby as much and as long as I saw fit and despite a glitch at the beginning, we got an overflowing happy ending. You got this!
Over the last decade, many people have become aware of the vital role that mental health plays in their lives. A healthy mental state contributes to the productivity of an individual and the organization where they work. Poor mental health causes personal suffering, physical ailments, and harmful behaviors. It can also negatively affect an individual’s family, their organization, and the community at large.
Security is one of the least researched industries when it comes to mental health. This leaves security professionals vulnerable to the adverse effects of poor mental health. There aren’t adequate policies to help workers deal with mental issues at work. Mental health is also not a focal point for most security managers. This was proven by a recent study that found that almost 40 percent of surveyed security guards exhibit symptoms of PTSD.
Keep reading to learn more about the factors that affect mental health in the security field.
Factors That Negatively Impact Mental Health in The Security Industry
There are over 20 million private security frontline workers worldwide. They are typically the first people you encounter when you walk into a building. You will find them at the access points, reception, and inquiry desks. Below are some factors that negatively impact the mental health of security professionals.
Difficult Clientele
Security personnel is the first to deal with visitor grievances. This puts them in emotionally tense or even violent situations. IFSEC Research showed that 64.6% of security workers get abused at least once a month. No matter how strong and resilient security professionals seem, their experiences at work make them vulnerable to mental health problems.
Long Working Hours
Studies have also linked poor mental health among security workers to long working hours, leading to fatigue and burnout. Prolonged fatigue throws workers off balance. If managers don’t handle their workers’ burnout, the consequences can lead to a total mental breakdown.
Limited Social Life
Most security professionals work in shifts, isolating them from the world. These shifts vary from night or day shifts and with a limited number of off days. This can limit social interactions, thus making it more difficult to establish meaningful relationships. It is essential to understand that one way to deal with depression is to have healthy social interactions.
Low Wages
Poor pay has also been listed as a reason why security professionals find it difficult to handle stress. Low wages make it hard to meet daily needs, create limited access to medical services, and may hinder one’s ability to have leisure time.
How Can We Improve Mental Health in the Security Sector?
May is mental health awareness month. This is an opportunity for organizations to educate their staff on the benefits of protecting their mental health. Security firms can create a supportive culture by ensuring that communication channels are always open for employees to air grievances. Companies must also provide feedback on any issues raised. This shows employees that their company values their input and has heard their concerns.
Final Word on Mental Health Awareness in the Security Field
Although companies can take steps to create a workspace that supports mental health, employees have a personal responsibility to monitor their mental status and rate their well-being. People should develop healthy lifestyles that keep them from stressors. They should also build supportive social circles that can help them destress.
Finally, employees should air grievances for resolution rather than bottling up negative emotions and feelings. Remember, it is okay not to be okay and ask for help.
