Problem: Article: Many recipes will ask you to make the sauce's foundation and then simmer it for a certain amount of time. This will "reduce" the sauce. Essentially, this means to thicken the sauce's consistency. When you reduce a sauce, the ingredients develop through a period of simmering into a thicker, richer, more flavorful substance. The longer you simmer the sauce, the thicker it will become and the more it will "reduce." The most commonly reduced sauces are tomato sauce, Bechamel sauce, balsamic reduction sauce, red wine reduction sauce and most sauces that begin with meat drippings. White sauces typically aren't reduced.
Summary: Follow the recipe instructions to start the sauce.

Problem: Article: Pregnancy is scary for teens. As you move forward with your teen's pregnancy, allow her to vent to you. She should be able to come to you with fears, frustrations, and concerns throughout the process of making a decision about the pregnancy. Listen to what she has to say without judgment and allow her to feel what she's feeling, good or bad. After you discuss your teen's pregnancy with her, you'll need to help her form a plan. Essentially, she has 3 options: keeping the baby, giving it up for adoption, or having an abortion. Help her weigh the pros and cons of each option so she can make an informed decision she will be comfortable with. If there is a health center for teens in your area, you may want to take your teenager there to talk to a doctor or counselor. You may not have all the necessary information about abortion, adoption, and teen pregnancy at your disposal. Remember, allow your teen to make her own decision. Even if you have your own strong feelings about the situation, this is your daughter's baby. She needs to make a decision that sits well with her. In the event your daughter decides to carry the baby to term, it's important you get her prenatal care. You'll need to have regular prenatal visits with a doctor to monitor the baby's health. You'll also need to stock up on prenatal vitamins and work on establishing a healthy diet and exercise routine. Make an appointment with a doctor as soon as possible if your daughter decides to keep the baby. This way, your daughter and her doctor can develop a health and lifestyle plan for the baby's wellbeing. If your daughter wants to keep the baby, help her confront the difficult questions. There are a lot of factors to consider during a teen pregnancy. Guide your daughter as she makes a variety of decisions regarding her baby. Talk about questions such as: What role will the father play in the baby's life? Will he and your daughter stay together as a couple? Where will your daughter live after the baby is born? Will your daughter finish high school or go to college? If so, can you or another family member help watch the baby or provide financial support for childcare while she's in classes? Are you able to assist your daughter financially? What about the baby's father and his parents? Can they help out with medical bills and the costs of childcare? As teen pregnancy can be stressful for your family, it's a good idea to find a family therapist. You can ask your regular doctor for a referral or ask your insurance company for a list of providers in your network. A qualified family therapist can help you and your family cope with the stress of a teen pregnancy. Your doctor or therapist may also be able to recommend support groups for teen parents and their families.
Summary: Allow your daughter to vent when necessary. Form a plan. Seek out prenatal care. Confront difficult questions. Find a therapist.

Problem: Article: Soak the beret in warm water. If your beret has a flash, keep it away from the water as much as possible. Note: Using hot water on the black rim will shrink the beret. If your beret is slightly too large, using hot water is a good idea. If your beret already fits your head snugly, be sure to avoid hot water. Get rid of all the extra water you can by gently wringing out the beret. It will still be damp, but make sure there is no more dripping water. Place the damp beret on your head. Pull the beret up to make it stand. If your organization uses the standard beret shape discussed in Method 1, pull all excess fabric down on the right side of your head by folding it with your hands. Repeat this action several times, making sure the fabric on top is completely smooth. Doing this will keep the beret from shrinking too much and will form the beret more closely to the exact shape of your head. If necessary, you may need to hold the fold down with one hand until it becomes secure. You may take the beret off if it's still slightly damp after a few hours.
Summary:
Wet the beret. Wring out the excess water. Shape the beret. Allow the beret to dry on your head.