The heat from the compress will help soothe sore nipples. Using this method right after feeding will not only soothe the pain, but will also clean the area. Do not substitute a warm compress with other heating methods like a hair dryer or heater. These home remedies have been debunked and are considered harmful. Sore nipples is the most common reason for discontinuation of breast feeding in women, so it's important to tend to your nipples to relieve the pain. Natural nutrients in breast milk help soothe the soreness associated with breast feeding. It also has antibacterial properties, so this trick will help avoid infections as well. Allow your nipples to air dry after applying the milk to ensure that your skin absorbs as many nutrients as possible. To further protect the skin and prevent soreness in between feedings, you can apply lanolin cream to your nipples. This helps moisturize the skin and soothe the area. This product should be available in most drug stores and supermarkets. Alternatively, you could also apply petroleum jelly to the area. This will lock in moisture and prevent the area from rubbing against your clothes. Whether you use lanolin or petroleum jelly, keep it on until the next time you feed to keep your nipples protected. Then rinse it off with water right before feeding. If your nipples are tender before a feeding session, you can apply an ice pack to dull the pain. Whether you use a commercial cold pack or a bag of ice, be sure to wrap it in a towel. Ice applied directly to the skin can cause frostbite. Do not leave the ice on for longer than 20 minutes. This can damage the skin. If your nipples and breasts are very sore, a pain reliever will help. Be sure to use pain relievers in conjunction with other methods designed to help the nipples heal, otherwise you're just masking pain and not treating the problem. In this case, acetaminophen is the best option, though NSAID pain relievers will also be effective. Both are safe to use while breast feeding, but you should still confirm with your doctor before taking any medication. If you've been experiencing a lot of soreness from breastfeeding, adjusting your position may help. See this guide for details about different positions. Persistent or unbearable pain isn't normal, and there may be another problem causing your pain. Visit your doctor for an examination to see if something else is causing your pain, or if you need to adjust your breastfeeding style. Cracked or chafed nipples may need antibiotic ointment treatment.

Summary: Apply a warm, moist compress to your nipples. Rub a few drops of breast milk on your nipples. Apply lanolin cream to your nipples after feeding. Put ice on your nipples before feeding. Take an OTC pain reliever. Adjust your positioning. Consult your doctor if the pain doesn't go away.

By definition, dark chocolate is chocolate that has a higher concentration of cocoa butter and less milk. It's actually possible to make dark chocolate without any milk at all, making it perfect for people who can't or don't consume dairy. Along with your ingredients, you'll also need: Grater Double boiler Metal whisk Candy mold Optional ingredients to add to the chocolate, such as dried fruits or nuts In the bottom of the double boiler, fill the pot with an inch (2.5 cm) of water. Place this over medium heat and allow the water to come to a boil. If you don't have a double boiler, fill the bottom of a regular saucepan with water, and use a metal or glass bowl as the top portion of the double boiler. Make sure the bowl doesn't touch the water, otherwise the chocolate will burn. Place the bowl into the saucepan and make sure the water isn't touching the bowl. Pour out some water if the water is touching the bowl. Set the chocolate aside to cool to room temperature, because you don't want it to harden too quickly. Once it reaches room temperature, transfer the mold to an air-tight container and into the fridge to set for about an hour. It's important to wait before putting the chocolate in the fridge and to put it in an air-tight container first. If the chocolate cools too quickly or is exposed to moisture, the chocolate can bloom, which is when the surface of the chocolate becomes dull and streaked. Take the chocolate out of the fridge once it has set. To get it out of the mold, place the mold upside down on a flat surface. Peel the mold away from the chocolate. You can also put the chocolate into the freezer for five to 10 minutes then try again to peel away the mold. Gently tap the back of the mold with the but end of a kitchen knife if the chocolate doesn't come out right away. Instead of tapping the mold with the knife, you can gently tap the entire mold against a hard, flat surface to release it.

Summary: Gather your ingredients and supplies. Heat the double boiler. Cool the chocolate. Remove the chocolate from the mold.

Make sure there are no other annotations. For best results, buy or ask for a copy of the work that you can mark on directly. For example, decide to underline the thesis statement, circle imagery and make notes on characters and plot in the margins. If it is helpful to you, a professor or writer, create a legend of your annotations on the first page of the work. An initial reading is essential to mark down first impressions and plot developments. Annotation helps you to refer to this initial reading after you begin to write your critique. Reading for critiques should be focused reading, so don't do too much at once. In addition to annotation, if you are critiquing a draft of a story or essay, questions can help elucidate if the author has additional plot work or if they are simply creating tension. During the second reading, expand your annotation for grammar, spelling and character or plot development errors. If imagery, character or an argument is well made, highlight it or note it in the columns.

Summary: Obtain a clean copy of the work from a bookstore or the writer. Develop a system of annotation. Read through the prose an initial time as you annotate. Divide a book into smaller sections. Ask questions in the margins. Reread the work again. Include positive comments.

Gather information that the support agent will need to verify your identity, such as your account number or billing address. Tell the support agent that someone is using your wireless connection. If your wireless modem/router came from your ISP, they can log into it and remove unauthorized users. If you think someone is using your password, ask your support agent to configure a new one at this time. Remember, passwords are case-sensitive. If it's been a long time since your router has been updated, your support agent may also take care of this now.
Summary: Prepare for the phone call. Communicate the problem. Decide whether or not you want to change your wireless network password. Ask the support agent to recommend the right security settings for you.