Problem: Article: Create a budget as there are many varieties of microphones for every kind of recording need. Mics for acoustic guitars will often attach directly to your instrument. These microphones will attach to the body of your guitar and will be small, lightweight, and respond specifically to the frequency of your guitar. While they give the performer freedom of movement they can also be at the top of the price range. You may try a USB microphone because of their simplicity and convenience. There are a wide variety of USB microphones including dynamic and condenser mics used for both vocals and instruments. While they range in price, some work with iOS and Android apps to turn your mobile device into a portable recording studio. Commonly aim the mic at where the body of the guitar joins the neck and place it about 40cm from the guitar itself. You want a well-integrated sound where you control the sound hole's contribution by not pointing the mic directly at it as well as control the levels of reflected and direct sound. Use enclosed headphone to tweak the mic placement as you listen to the instrument but remember to check on your monitors before finalizing mic placement. To brighten a bassy sound move the mic towards the neck. For a fuller sound with more warmth, move the mic closer to the sound hole. Increase the amount of room ambience that is recorded by moving the mic further from the guitar; however, it will also dry the sound up. Use headphones to place the mic at less conventional placements. For example, you may set up a mic or two over the player's shoulder to capture the sound that she hears. You may also point the mic at a reflective surface or underneath the guitar. Try out different locations with your headphones if conventional theory isn't giving you the sound that you want. Make sure you aren't wasting your time by testing out your mic with all your recording equipment. Whether it's feedback monitors or the recording apparatus, make sure to have several mic checks before allowing your guitar player to perform. Allow the performer to hear what the room will sound like so she can get comfortable with the space. A mic check benefits the performer the most, the engineer the second, and the audience third. Use the mic check to get the performer comfortable with the sound coming from the monitors and to balance the sound of the room. When conducting a mic check you should be looking for issues with feedback, a poor recording, monitor mixes that are unsatisfactory to you or the performer, and glitches or technical issues that may disrupt the performance like bad cables.
Summary: Choose a microphone. Position correctly. Test it out.

Problem: Article: Between hormonal changes, worrying about the baby, and sleeplessness, it is easy to become overwhelmed after childbirth. For many people, these feelings go away quickly, but postpartum depression can strike at any point within a year of giving birth. Call your doctor if any of the following symptoms persist for more than 2 weeks: Irritability Sadness, depression, or frequent crying Lack of energy Headaches, chest pains, heart palpitations, numbness, or hyperventilation Difficulty sleeping Inability to eat OR overeating Inability to focus or make decisions Memory problems Constant worrying about the baby Lack of interest in the baby Feelings of guilt and worthlessness Inability to enjoy activities you used to get pleasure from if you think about harming yourself or the baby. Seek help immediately if you experience these types of thoughts. Do not worry about feelings of shame or embarrassment. Healthcare professionals want to help you. Do what you need to do to protect yourself and your family. Many women are reluctant to talk to their doctors about postpartum depression because they think that it is their fault, that they are not good mothers, or that they are alone in these feelings. None of this is true. Postpartum depression reflects no weakness on your part, yet seeking treatment can have myriad benefits for you and your child. You will feel much better, making it easier to take care of your baby. You will aid in your child's cognitive development (children with mothers who experience postpartum depression show delayed language acquisition). You will facilitate your child's ability to bond with others. Many women wish to return to a more active lifestyle after giving birth for physical reasons, but there is an even more important reason to lace up your sneakers: by increasing endorphins, exercise can ward off feelings of depression, including postpartum depression. Just make sure that your exercise program has been cleared by your doctor. Walking is probably the safest option for you after you have your baby. Start with walking and only increase the intensity when your doctor says it is okay to do so.
Summary: Watch for the signs of postpartum depression. Call emergency services Focus on the benefits of treatment. Start an exercise program.

Problem: Article: When wearing a velvet skirt for a formal occasion, try to stick to intricate fabrics and patterns, rather than a solid color. This will keep your ensemble formal, but visually interesting. More masculine or androgynous pieces will pare the velvet down, so if you choose an androgynous top, use your shoes or jewelry to add elegance. Try to match at least one color in your shirt's pattern with the color of your skirt to tie everything in. A bright, bubble-gum pink is going to be harder to style formally than, say, a rich red, or a clean navy blue. When purchasing your silk skirt, opt for classic colors, such as red, black, white, and navy. If you want to be more daring with your ensemble, you can enlist the help of jewel tones or a warm yellow. Try to avoid neons, as these appear to be more relaxed or laid back by default. To keep the richness of your velvet anchored and formal, pair it with a classic piece, such as a fitted button-down, a fitted blazer, or a camel trench. Each of these will keep your outfit classic and formal without sacrificing style or taste. Classic pieces are particularly useful for formal work attire. A simple button down will keep your outfit formal, but not too dressy for the workplace. If you want to have a bit more of a feminine taste to your velvet, pair your velvet skirt with a lace blouse or lace tights. Lace will play up the plushness of the velvet while keeping your outfit feminine and flattering. Lace can be an intimidating item to wear. If you are nervous about a lace blouse or tights, opt instead for a pair of shoes with lace details, or a lace hair accessory. For a look as decadent as chocolate mousse, pair a velvet skirt with a simple silk blouse. Although this look is a bit more sultry in nature, it can be made more demure with a straight blazer, or emphasized with a pair of stiletto heels. Many fashion runways use this pairing in their velvet collections, so runway shows can be a great source of inspiration for how to pair velvet and silk. Pay attention to the cut of your skirt when pairing with silk. If your skirt is loose, use a tight silk top, but if your skirt is tight (say, a pencil skirt), pair it with a flowing silk blouse. Emphasize your velvet with your jewelry. Using jewelry, you can lend either a formal, classic look to your skirt, or you can create a more vintage vibe. Pairing your velvet with pearls will instantly create a classic, elegant appearance. Vintage accessories create more of a boho air to your outfit. Shoes make all the difference in creating an outfit, particularly when you are trying to cross the line from casual to formal. Pumps automatically lend a sense of formality to an outfit, so try to pair your velvet with at least a small heel. Stiletto heels are statement shoes and can range from sexy shoes to classic shoes. A velvet mini is not going to scream "formal," while a velvet maxi skirt offers a heavy, luxurious appearance. When you are working toward creating a more classic, formal silhouette, opt for knee-length or lower skirts, as these are taken more seriously and create a hint of mystery.
Summary:
Pair with intricate fabrics. Choose a classic color for your velvet skirt. Pair velvet with classic pieces. Add a feminine touch with lace. Pair velvet and silk. Make a statement with your jewelry. Play up your ensemble with heels. Choose a skirt that is knee-length or longer.