Start out by threading a needle. You'll want a fairly sturdy needle, but you don't want one so thick that you'll have a hard time pulling it through. Use a thick thread or double thread it for extra strength. Knot the end of the thread so it won't pull through the fabric. To double thread a needle, smooth two pieces of thread together. Cut the end so the pieces are even. Push both pieces of thread through the eye of the needle at the same time. Leave at least 4 or 5 inches of tail so that the needle doesn't come unthreaded. An easy way to knot the thread is to find the end of the thread. Hold it up against the needle so that the needle is facing towards the length of the thread, not the end. While holding the end of the thread against the needle near the eye, wrap the thread around the sharp end of the needle three times. Put your fingers over where you wrapped the thread, and pull the needle through. Still holding the loops with your fingers, let the length of the thread go through the loops until it knots at the end. Cut off any extra thread. Find the place the wire is sticking out. Push it all the way back in. Gather the the two edges of the fabric that surround the hole by pulling up a bit on each edge and holding them together so that the edges meet, sticking up towards you. With the edges together, start sewing on one end of the hole. Pull the needle through both edges. Loop the thread over the edges, and start on the same side again. Push the needle through again. Keep making this stitch (a whip stitch) until you reach the other edge of the hole. Knot the thread off. Make sure to make your stitches close together to keep the wire from escaping. Also, it's probably a good idea to sew a little bit farther than you think you should on each side to help reinforce it. Use a bit of nail polish or fabric glue to reinforce what you've done. Simply paint or spread a bit of the substance over the stitching. Make sure to work it into the stitches if you can. Let the substance dry, and you're done. You can also use superglue for this step.

Summary: Thread a needle. Push the wire back in. Sew the edges together. Reinforce the stitching.

S. If you live in the U.S. and meet the income requirements, you may qualify for WIC, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. If you qualify, you can get checks or vouchers for free formula from participating stores and companies. Visit your state government's website to find out how to apply, or call the local toll-free number to apply for benefits in your state. You may also be able to get help applying from a representative at your hospital. Find your local WIC website here: https://www.fns.usda.gov/contacts?f%5B1%5D=program%3A32. This directory also lists the phone numbers and email contacts for state WIC offices. You'll need to provide documents such as proof of income (e.g., recent paystubs or bank statements) and state residency (such as a state ID or a utility bill addressed to you). The income requirements are based on the size of your family. For example, for 2019-2020, a family of 3 would need to make no more than $39,461 per year, while a family of 4 would have a maximum income limit of $47,638 per year.

Summary: Apply for WIC to get free formula vouchers if you're in the U.

After you bring your child home, consider whether to take time off. You are covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act, which requires that most employers give their employees unpaid time off. Talk with your Human Resources department if you have questions. You can expect a social worker to visit you in the months after you bring your child home. You'll discuss how you're adjusting and share any information from pediatrician visits. The number of visits will vary. If you had an international adoption, you may need to complete a post-placement home study and send pictures or updates to the home country. Missouri law requires that you wait six months before a judge will finalize the adoption. Generally, this is nothing to worry about, but you should consult with a lawyer if you have questions. Once your adoption is approved, you have the same rights as a biological parent. A new birth certificate will be printed with your names as the adoptive parents. Adoptive parents often experience many emotionsexcitement at the presence of the child, confusion about whether they'll be good parents, etc. You should see if you can find a support group near you.

Summary: Take time off, if possible. Have post-placement visits. Wait to finalize the adoption. Visit with a support group.

A variety of medications are available to treat neuropathy. Your doctor will focus on managing the medical disorder that's causing your neuropathy which will reduce symptoms and improve the nerve function in your feet. Your doctor may prescribe: Amitriptyline: This medication, originally used as an antidepressant, effectively treats neuropathic pain. You'll be started on the lowest dose, 25 mg a day. You can gradually increase the dosage to 150 mg per day. Always take the medication before going to bed. This drug should not be prescribed if you have a history of suicide risk. Pregabalin: This sedative is usually prescribed for pain associated with peripheral neuropathy caused by diabetes. You will start with the lowest possible dose, and increase it as your doctor suggests. The maximum dosage is 50 to 100 mg, taken three times per day by mouth. Maximum dosing may be increased over time to 600mg/day, but dosage over this amount isn't effective. Duloxetine: This medication is usually prescribed for pain associated with neuropathic pain caused by diabetes. The dosage starts at 60 mg orally. The dosage can be doubled and your doctor will review the treatment after two months. While you can double the dosage, most doses over 60 mg a day are rarely more effective and may actually cause other problems. Combination therapies: Your doctor may recommend combining several medications such as TCA, venlafaxine, or tramadol. These can provide better results for neuropathy than any single medication alone. Your doctor may prescribe long-acting opiates to treat the pain of your neuropathy. This is usually determined on an individual basis, because side effects include dependence (addiction), tolerance (they become less effective over time), and headaches. Immunosuppressive agents such as cyclophosphamide may also be prescribed to treat a chronic type of neuropathy (dysimmune neuropathy) that may be resistant to other treatments. Depending on the cause of your neuropathy, your doctor may recommend a decompressive surgery. This will release pressure from entrapped nerves which will let them function correctly. Decompressive surgery is often done for carpal tunnel syndrome. But, certain types of hereditary neuropathy that cause issues in the foot and ankle can also benefit from decompressive surgery. Amyloid peripheral neuropathy may be treated by a liver transplant, since this type of neuropathy is caused by metabolic liver problems.
Summary: Take medications prescribed by your doctor. Use opiates as prescribed. Talk with your doctor about surgery.