Problem: Article: Locate the water shutoff valve and turn it counterclockwise. For toilets, the valve is on the metal line running from the wall to the back of the toilet. Test it out by flushing the toilet or attempting to turn on the water supply. Make sure fresh water can't get in and wash away stain treatment products prematurely. For tubs and sinks, simply turn off the tap to prevent water from flowing. In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons (30.39 g) of cream of tartar with 3UStbsp (44mL) of hydrogen peroxide. Stir them together. They form a paste with the consistency of cake frosting when mixed appropriately. Both items are available at most general stores and grocery stores. For cream of tartar, look near the kitchen spices. Spread the paste over the stains using a nylon scrub brush, a sponge, or a cloth. Make sure the stains are well-covered. The paste will loosen the iron particles as it soaks into the stained surface. The easiest way to scrub the stained surface without damaging it is by using the rough side of a basic sponge. Nylon scrub brushes are fine too, including toilet scrub brushes. Buff the area by scrubbing through the paste. Harsher scrubbers scratch up porcelain or walls, so avoid using items like steel wool. Turn on the water shutoff valve if you deactivated it earlier. Wash away all of the paste with clean water, such as by turning on the tap or flushing the toilet a few times. Most or all of the stain will wash away with it. You may need to treat tough stains a few times to clear them. Cleaning the stained surface at least once a month helps prevent these tougher stains from forming. Other treatments, such as commercial rust removers or lemon and baking soda pastes, are also effective and worth a try if hydrogen peroxide isn't strong enough.
Summary: Turn off the water flow and drain away any standing water. Mix cream of tartar with hydrogen peroxide to form a paste. Cover the iron stains for 10 minutes. Scrub the stain with a sponge or brush to remove it. Rinse the surface with clean water to remove the paste.

Problem: Article: In order to be a candidate for home birth, your baby must be between 37 and 41 weeks gestation. Any earlier than 37 weeks carries additional risks, and anytime later than 41 weeks is also higher risk as the health of the placenta and the nutrient supply begin to fade. Your baby must also have had no health concerns or abnormalities during the course of the pregnancy. In order to qualify for a home birth, you are advised not to have multiples (that is, you are not pregnant with more than one baby at this time, as that carries a significantly higher risk of complications). Note that, in low-risk settings where the pregnancy and time-frame of the birth are normal, studies have shown that there is very little difference between a home birth and a hospital birth in terms of creating a safe and successful outcome for your baby. It is important that your baby be correctly positioned for labor and delivery. Delivery for a home birth needs to be head first, so if your baby is breech with their feet first this is an indication to proceed with the birth in a hospital setting. Prior to proceeding with a home birth, it is important to ensure that you yourself do not have health concerns such as diabetes, high blood pressure, a seizure disorder, or other chronic health concerns that may increase the risk of the birth for you and/or your baby. It is also important to rule out any pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia (which requires hospital care). Note that a home birth is not advised if you have previously had a C-section (if you have, a hospital setting is recommended).
Summary: Ensure that your pregnancy is proceeding normally as you approach the time for birth. Evaluate your baby's position prior to the birth. Consider your own health and wellbeing to see if you are a candidate for a home birth.

Problem: Article: If you've followed the above steps diligently and the bad breath persists, you may have a medical issue that needs to be treated. Bad breath is a sign that something is not right in your body. If altering your hygiene practices and your diet does not improve your symptoms of bad breath, there is a good chance that there is some other imbalance, infection, or disease in your body that is causing it. These are lumps of calcified food, mucus, and bacteria that collect in the tonsils and can be seen as white spots. They are often mistaken for a throat infection such as strep throat, although sometimes they are too small to be visible in a mirror. Tonsil stones are often harmless but cause a reeking bad breath. If you see a small white patch on the tonsil, try swabbing it gently with a cotton swab (be careful not to gag yourself, and don't press too hard). If it comes off on the swab and is a liquid or pus, you likely have a tonsil infection; however, if it doesn't come off or if it comes out as a solid chunk of white matter, it is likely a stone. Smell it and you'll know for sure. You might also notice a metallic taste in your mouth or an obstructed feeling when swallowing. If you have type 2 diabetes, it may be causing your body to burn fat instead of glucose, which releases ketones, a chemical that results in bad breath. Bad breath can be caused by metformin, a type 2 diabetes medication. If you take metformin, talk to your doctor about alternate treatment options. There are a vast array of illnesses that can cause halitosis, including the following: Trimethylaminuria. If your body can't break down a chemical called trimethylamine, it will be released in your saliva, causing bad breath. It'll also be released in your sweat, so persistent body odor might be an accompanying symptom. Infection: Several types of infections such as sinusitis and infections of the stomach can result in bad breath. It is important to have any unusual symptoms checked out by your doctor, including this one. Kidney disease or failure: In particular, a metallic or ammonia taste and scent to the breath can indicate severe problems with the kidneys. See your doctor if you have this symptom.
Summary:
Talk to a doctor. Look for tonsil stones. Consider whether you have diabetic ketoacidosis. Consider other potential culprits.