Medication can also ease the pain associated with your period. While you don't want to get in the habit of regularly taking it unless you really need it, it can prove to be a powerful antidote to your period pain. Make sure you talk to your doctor if you plan on taking these medications regularly so you can make sure they are right for your body. You can consider taking the following over-the-counter medications to ease your pain: An acetaminophen, such as Tylenol NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) such as Ibuprofen such as Advil or Motrin, or Naproxens, such as Aleve or Naprosyn Aspirin, such as Bayer or Bufferin A study with 944 participants showed that acupuncture may potentially ease the symptoms of dysmenorrhea, which is commonly known as period pain, which include vomiting, nausea, and cramping. Though further research needs to be done with a larger number of participants, the study does suggest that acupuncture may ease the pain of period pain and has no adverse effects. If you're looking for an original and innovative solution for your pain, this treatment may just do the trick. Even though there's no guarantee that this will work, it's worth giving it a shot, especially if you feel like you've tried everything else. Birth control has been proven to reduce cramps in many women. If you're not on the birth control pill, you may want to consider talking to your doctor about taking it. You may think that they are only for sexually active women, when in fact, birth control can be taken to reduce cramps and other menstrual pain, as well as to regulate your period. If your menstrual pain is very severe, then you may want to consider this option. There are some risks associated with the birth control pill as well, such as a small increased risk of cancer, and raised cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
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One-sentence summary -- Take non-prescription medication. Try acupuncture. Consider taking birth control.

Q: Some collection sites only collect certain types of batteries, so check to make sure the site collects lithium batteries. Although some centers will take your batteries for free, lithium and lithium-ion batteries sometimes require a fee. If the center collects a fee, check with other collection sites to see if there is a free option in your area. Since batteries can still spark, the ends of the battery can be dangerous. Tape helps prevent sparking or the discharge of energy. As soon as you remove the battery from your electronic item, cover the ends in tape. You can safely layer the tape over the ends. You can tape it prior to bagging it, but this isn't necessary. It's best to leave the bag unsealed if you store it, as the battery can give off gases. If you're mailing it, seal each battery in a separate bag. If you're leaving the bag unsealed, wrap it around the battery to fully cover the battery. If they're stored together, batteries can spark and cause a fire, even if the charge is almost gone. For safety purposes, keep them separate. Once the batteries are bagged, they can be placed next to each other. Batteries often give off gases, so they should not be stored in an airtight container. Choose a box that allows air to escape, or put the batteries in a cardboard box. You can still close the box, just make sure it's not sealed. Combining different types of batteries can result in a reaction, even if they are taped. You need to place them in separate storage containers. You can place the boxes in the same area, as long as the batteries are in separate containers. It's best to avoid extreme temperatures, since batteries can be reactive. Similarly, it's best to keep the batteries dry. Place your used lithium batteries in a pantry, cabinet, or closet. Bring your batteries during the collection times, and make sure you you bring enough money to cover any fees. They will take your batteries and send them to an appropriate disposal site. In some cases, the contents will be reused. Keep in mind some collection sites limit how many batteries you can turn in at a time, since these programs are intended for household waste. They're more likely to limit lithium-ion batteries. For example, you may be able to turn in just 3 batteries at a time. Follow the packaging instructions from the manufacturer or collection center that is accepting the batteries. In most cases, this will involve taping the ends and sealing the batteries in a plastic bag. You may also need to label the package as containing batteries. In some cases, you may need to purchase a kit to mail-in your batteries for recycling.
A: Call to confirm lithium batteries are accepted and check for fees. Tape over the ends of your battery using clear or electrical tape. Place your battery in a plastic bag, as an alternative. Bag your batteries separately, if you use a plastic bag. Put them in a vented plastic container or cardboard box, if storing. Keep lithium batteries separate from other types of batteries. Store the batteries in a cool, dry place until disposal. Take your battery to the collection site. Mail in your battery, if it's more convenient for you.

Article: You can either create a template using graph paper or find a free template online. You can use as many different patterns/colors of fabric as you like to make your quilt. Use a rotary cutter and a self-healing mat to achieve squares as precise as possible. Use a sewing machine to sew the squares into your desired pattern. Sew the three layers together with a simple stitch in each corner of the quilt. You will remove this stitch later. Fusible batting needs to be ironed to the other two layers, but regular batting does not. Follow the seams in the quilt block and keep a 1/4-inch seam allowance between your stitching and the seam. You should be able to easily cut out the stitches using scissors. Sew long strips of fabric to the outside border of the quilt to create a more complex, polished pattern.
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Choose your template and your fabric. Transfer your template to your fabric and cut out the squares. Sew each square together leaving a 1/4-inch seam allowance. Baste the quilted squares, batting, and backing together. Sew the quilt together starting from the middle and working out. Remove the temporary stitches that you used to hold together the three layers. Add borders to the quilt if you want them.