INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Once you've decided to offer advice, take some time to think about what you want to say. It can be just a minute, or, if the situation is serious, a few days. For example, if your neighbor wants to know if you can recommend a good gardener, you can probably feel comfortable answering right away. Alternatively, if someone asks for advice on choosing a college, say, "Great question. Let me put some thought into that. Let's have lunch and talk about it next week." You want to demonstrate that you are actually basing your opinion on something. If your niece asks if she should drop out of college and you think it is a bad idea, don't just say so. Provide justification for your decision. For example, you could say, "I think you will find it hard to get the kind of job you want without a college degree." When you give your advice, make sure that it is grounded in sound reasoning. This can be actual facts or you can draw on your own experience. For example, if a friend asks for advice about whether or not to move to a new city, offer them some facts about things like the job market, cost of living and local schools. Alternatively, if your close friend asks if they should adopt a child, you could relay some key details about your own experience. Don't just tell the person what they want to hear. Give sound advice and make sure it reflects how you really feel. If you're worried about hurting their feelings you can say something like, "You might not like what I have to say. Are you sure you want to hear it?" Then offer supportive statements after you offer the advice. For example, you could say, "I actually don't think you're cut out for management. But you seem to have a natural aptitude for sales!" Even though you are offering advice, remember that you are not actually the one making the decision. When you're planning your words, make sure to figure out a way that you can collaborate with the other person. Don't just tell them what to do. Plan to say something like, "I've thought about some ideas, but let's think about your ideas first. What are some of the options you're considering?" Make sure that your advice will actually help the other person. Always keep their best interests at the forefront of your mind. For example, if a coworker asks if they should quit, "don't say "yes" just because you don't want to compete with them for a promotion. If you are unable to give an unbiased opinion, then don't be afraid to be honest and tell them that you may not be the best person to give them advice. Alternatively, help the person make their own decision by asking questions like "Are you happy here?" or "Do you think you can move forward with this company?"

SUMMARY: Take time to think. Give concrete reasons for your advice. Provide information to back up your comment. Be honest. Make a collaborative plan. Don't be self-serving.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Dried pasta tends to be better for strong sauces with thin textures. Fresh pasta is often stuffed with cheese, vegetable or meat fillings, making it delicate, so it is usually best with fine cream or cheese sauces. Smooth pasta (no ridges or curls): Creamy, cheesy sauces, meat sauce. Bumpy, ridged or curled pasta: Same as above but also butter, oil, vegetable and tomato sauces.

SUMMARY: Choose a suitable sauce.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Many babies are born without complications during a C-section; however, there are risks that should be considered. These include: An injury during surgery. This does not happen often, but it is possible that the baby could be injured by the surgical instruments as the doctor cuts through the uterus. Ask your doctor if this is likely to be a significant risk for your baby. Minor cuts occur in about 2% of C-sections. Transient tachypnea. This occurs when the baby's breathing rate is too fast for the first several days of life. It is more likely after a C-section. If your baby may be having trouble breathing, call emergency responders immediately. Respiratory distress. Babies born by C-section before 39 weeks old are more likely to have lungs that are not yet fully mature. This puts them at a higher risk for breathing problems. Women who undergo a C-section have a longer recovery after birth than women who give birth vaginally. You are also at a higher risk of complications, including: Excessive bleeding. Women who undergo C-sections often lose more blood than women undergoing vaginal deliveries. An injury during the surgery. Occasionally the bladder or another nearby organ may be nicked when the doctor cuts through the abdominal wall. If this occurs the doctor may need to do additional surgery to repair the injury. If you have had prior C-sections, ask your doctor about these risks. They increase as the number of C-sections you've had increase. A bad reaction to the anesthesia. Tell your doctor if you have previously had any problems with anesthesia. In addition, if you experience bad headaches when you sit up or stand after the delivery, tell your doctor. This may be a reaction to the anesthesia. Blood clots. You are at a higher risk for blood clots in your legs or pelvic organs after a C-section than after a vaginal birth. Ask your doctor what they recommend for preventing this. Your doctor may also recommend that you walk as soon as possible after the birth to help prevent clotting. An infection. The most common areas for infections are the incision or in the uterus. Monitor your incision for signs of infection such as swelling, redness, increasing pain, and discharge coming from the wound. Go to the emergency room if you have signs of a uterine infection, such as a fever, pain in your uterus, or a bad smelling discharge coming from your vagina. Some people request a C-section because they want to be able to choose a date that is convenient. This is not recommended, both for your health and for the health of your baby. In addition, if you plan to have more children, you would have a higher risk of complications during future pregnancies. This may include: Problems with the placenta. Risk of the scar rupturing during a future vaginal birth.

SUMMARY:
Ask your doctor whether a C-section will be risky for your baby. Evaluate the risks for you. Don't get a C-section for convenience.