I used to organize blood drives at my old office all the time. I don't recall anyone passing out. At least, not while I was donating or thanking people.

I haven't been able to donate for a while though, thanks to my anemia issues. It makes me sad.

I underpronate, so it may not apply, but what helped me was more flexible soles and stretching.

I would go barefoot all the time if it were practical.

I can't donate due to eating beef in Britain in 1996 so I would always volunteer at the drives at my old work place, manning the "cantina." I once saw a coworker about to faint, and caught her head just as she started to fall. I was stupid proud of myself for that. I don't know why I get such of a kick out of first aid - I guess I like to help people and it's about the most indisputable immediate help there is?

smonster, how was the chiropractor visit?

I haven't given blood in a very long time, my last experience kinda freaked me out.

This was like 15 years ago - I gave blood and seemed fine. Then I went home and was tired so I went to bed and fell asleep/passed out. I didn't wake up until my then boyfriend came to check on me. I wasn't answering my phone and when he came over my door was wide open with the keys in it.

And I came home to St Albans in time for a heat wave. I checked weather.com's hourly report and it says that by 11 am it should be 85 feels like 91 and by 5 pm 94 feels like 101.

I don't know if it will be like that, but I'll break out my fans and try to keep cool. I plan to drink lots of water and not go outside very much.

Kate - you have gotten excellent advice. I struggled like crazy with BFing for about 2 weeks, but then it got much better. If it had gone on like that for months? Forget about it! Also on the plus side, you won't have to worry about weaning when she is old enough to protest. Mama's comfort and well-being is just as important as baby's. No guilt!

smonster, how was the chiropractor visit?

At least somewhat effective. He definitely reset my left hip and right hand. The right side of my back still hurts, but I think it's diminishing. We'll see how it is tomorrow. The only massage this guy does is to plunk you down in a massage chair for 20 minutes first to loosen up the perispinal muscles. And I have to reschedule my other chiro visit, because I'm probably going to have to work that day on an urgent project.

I got no massage! But I did get the electric zappy TENS-unit thing.

I really need to get a massage.