Buy your dress a few months in advance to allow time for alterations. Additionally, choose a dress that flatters your body type and fits in with your wedding vision. For example, if you're getting married in a ballroom, you may not want to wear a simple shift dress. If you're having trouble choosing a dress, bring some close friends or family members along to help you choose. Purchase wedding shoes that match your dress. Many bridal boutiques also offer bridesmaid dresses. If possible, you can kill two birds with one stone by shopping for bridesmaids dresses at the same time. Avoid getting beauty treatments the day before the wedding. If you have an adverse reaction, you won't have time to recover from any rashes or swelling. Instead, get these treatments done a week or two before the wedding. Beauty treatments can include: Hair waxing Eyebrow shaping Facials and other skin treatments Hair coloring If you have room in your budget, consider getting your hair and makeup done professionally. A professional makeup artist will be able to give you a flawless look that will last all day. Similarly, a professional hair stylist can do your hair quickly and securely. If possible, book "in home" services that will allow the stylists to come to you. With some practice, you can also do your own hair and makeup. An emergency bag will help correct any wardrobe, makeup, or hair problems that may occur throughout the wedding. If you don't have time to assemble this bag yourself, ask a trusted friend or family member to assemble it for you. This emergency bag can include: Spare makeup for touch-ups Deodorant Headache medicine Breath mints A small sewing kit No matter how beautiful your dress, makeup, and hair are, you won't look good without a smile. However, after an hour or two of posing for pictures, you may have trouble looking genuine while smiling. If you need help faking one, try chuckling quietly just before the photo is taken.

Summary: Purchase a wedding dress. Get any beauty treatments done ahead of time. Consider booking professional beauticians. Bring an emergency bag to the wedding. Smile.

If your body is properly hydrated, you're less likely to become constipated and develop fissures as a result. You should be drink at least 2 US quarts (2,000ml) (8 cups) of water each day. You can drink more than that, if you like. Fiber and leafy greens will help keep your digestive system healthy, which in turn prevents hard stools. This can help prevent fissures. Good sources of fiber include whole fruits, vegetables, and beans. Eat leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and cabbage. Delaying a bowel movement can cause constipation or make it harder for you to go later. That in turn can cause fissures. So as soon as you feel the urge to go coming on, go! Because constipation can cause fissures, taking foods out of your diet that can cause constipation can help prevent fissures. Cut out cheese and other dairy products, chocolate, and fried foods. It can also help to cut back on red meat. Getting 30 minutes of exercise in each day can help prevent fissures. Regular physical activity promotes regular bowel movements, which can prevent fissures.

Summary: Drink more water. Incorporate more fiber and leafy greens in your diet. Don't delay going to the bathroom when you feel the urge. Avoid foods that cause constipation. Exercise regularly.

Many people with Down Syndrome are described as having flat, rounded, wide noses with small nasal bridges. The nasal bridge is the flat section of the nose between the eyes. This area can be described as being "pushed in." Those with Down Syndrome usually exhibit round eyes that slant upwards. While the outer corners of most eyes usually turn downward, those with Down Syndrome have eyes that turn upward (almond-shaped). In addition, doctors may recognize what are known as Brushfield spots, or harmless brown or white flecks in the iris of the eyes. There may also be skin folds present between the eyes and nose. These can resemble eye bags. People with Down Syndrome tend to have smaller ears that are set lower on the head. Some may have ears whose tops fold over slightly. Due to low muscle tone, the mouth may appear to be turned downward and the tongue may protrude from the mouth. Teeth may come in later and in a different order than usual. Teeth may also be small, unusually shaped, or out of place. An orthodontist can help straighten crooked teeth once a child is old enough. Children with Down Syndrome may wear braces for a long time.

Summary: Look for a small, flat nose. Look for slanted eye shape. Look for small ears. Look for an irregularly shaped mouth, tongue, and/or teeth.

Being single means you're free to meet different people, go on dates, and flirt with anyone who catches your eye. Enjoy the freedom of the single life! If you're interested in meeting potential romantic interests, make sure you take the initiative and make plans! Go to parties, attend school events, and get involved in extracurriculars. Of course, you may not feel like meeting anyone, and that's fine, too! One of the many beauties of being single is that you can lounge at home on a Friday night with your dog and binge watch your favorite show. Having a significant other takes a lot of time and effort. However, being single means that you can focus all of your energy on yourself. Rather than attending your significant other's sporting events on the weekends, you can do exactly what you want to do. Enjoy watching your favorite rom-com unchallenged, or spending your weekend volunteering for your favorite charity. Go for a hike on a whim, or have a cell-phone free day at the lake. Take advantage of the opportunity to explore new experiences and opportunities. Being single means you can spend more time by yourself, recharging. Take a bath, read a book, or simply lie on your bed listening to music. This time can be really restorative, and may give your creativity a boost, too. Here's some promising news: Single people generally exercise more than people in relationships. Take advantage of your free time and give your health a little more attention. Try cooking new healthy recipes, starting a regular fitness routine, and joining a gym.
Summary: Play the field. Do the things you enjoy. Appreciate your solitude. Focus on your health.