In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: As a rule of thumb, the enclosure's length should be at least two thirds the size of an adult milk snake, which is about 36in (91cm). A glass aquarium would work, but a reptile tank with 3 wooden sides and 1 glass side will provide the most insulation. If you're raising a hatchling, house it in a 12 by 6in (30 by 15cm) tank until it's a year old. A larger tank could stress out a baby snake. To minimize brightness, choose a reptile heat lamp that emits red, black, or blue light. Keep a thermometer in the tank so you can ensure the temperature stays within the recommended range. Use a timer or turn off the heat lamp at night. Milk snakes are nocturnal, so keep their enclosure dark after sunset. It's okay if the temperature drops to 65 to 70F (18 to 21C) overnight. Maintain a temperature between 84 and 88F (29 and 31C) on one side of the tank. Go with a reptile terrarium heating pad or heat tape with a dimmer switch so you have more control over the temperature. Place the pad or tape under one side of the tank; it should cover about a third of the tank's length. Find reptile terrarium heating pads online or at a pet store. Most have an adhesive backing and stick to the tank's underside. If your pad doesn't include them, purchase small 4 plastic feet to slightly elevate the tank. Elevating the tank prevents the pad from overheating. When you first install the pad, dial the dimmer to the lowest setting. Let it warm up for around 15 minutes, then take the temperature inside the tank. Increase the power gradually until the hot spot has reached the target range of 84 to 88F (29 to 31C). Reptiles are cold-blooded and need to move between hotter and cooler areas to control their body temperature. Track humidity levels using a hygrometer, or humidity monitor. To prevent skin and shedding issues, make sure the humidity stays between 40% and 60%. If you want the most affordable option, go with newspaper, butcher paper, or paper towel shavings. While they're more expensive, natural products, such as pine, cypress, or aspen shavings, are preferred over paper. You can find bedding labeled for reptiles online or at a pet store. Steer clear of cedar, which is toxic to reptiles. Additionally, avoid using sand or gravel, which could irritate your snake's skin. Purchase plastic or stone caves or make hiding spots by cutting holes in boxes and lining them with sphagnum moss. Place a hiding spot on each side of the tank so your snake can hide in both the hot and cooler temperature zones. Milk snakes are secretive and need hiding spots to feel secure. The hiding spots should be just large for your snake to fit inside.
Summary: Buy a tank that's at least 24in (61cm) long and 16in (41cm) high. Use a lamp to keep the temperature between 78 and 82F (26 and 28C). Install a heating pad under one side of the tank to make a hot spot. Maintain a humidity level between 40% and 60%. Line the tank with 2 to 3in (5.1 to 7.6cm) of paper or wood shavings. Place 2 to 3 hiding spots in the tank.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Hormonal therapy works by interrupting the signals in your hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal circuit, which links your brain to your ovaries. By interrupting this circuit, the therapy can be used to stop ovulation and stabilize your hormonal ups and downs. This will allow your menstrual cycle to get back on track. Oral contraceptives regulate and stabilize reproductive hormones. Commonly prescribed oral contraceptives, such as those that work well in relieving PMDD symptoms, are pills with combinations of ethinyl estradiol and drospirenone. Studies have shown that these types of pills offer relief for the physical and psychological symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and also regulate the menstrual cycle. Oral contraceptives are composed of a set of pills that should be taken for the whole month. There are two types of pills found in each set: the pills that contain the hormones and the placebo pills that should be taken during the days of your period. Oral contraceptives come in packets of 21, 28 or 91 tablets. These tablets should be taken by mouth. Take your oral contraceptives at the same time every day. Be sure to follow your doctor's specific instructions about when and how to take them. If one type of oral contraceptive does not make your cycle regular, talk to your doctor about trying another brand of oral contraceptive. There are a number of types, and brands, of oral contraceptives. Some are triphasic pills which include both progestin and estrogen in varying levels while others are monophasic which are pills that have the same amount of hormone dose in each pill. In addition, there are mini-pills that are progesterone only. All oral contraceptives are not created equal. Some have estrogen while others have progesterone. These two hormones may affect your body differently. Talk to your doctor to find which one is right for you. Birth control pills are not your only option to treat irregular menses with hormones. You can also use a vaginal ring, birth control patch, Depo-Provera, progesterone-containing IUD, or a progesterone implant. The choice will depend on what works best for your lifestyle and what your reproductive plans are. You can also use progesterone-only tablets to trigger a monthly cycle (keep in mind this would have no contraceptive benefit and would only help regulate your period).
Summary: Talk to your doctor about hormonal therapy. Talk to your doctor about getting a prescription for oral contraceptives. Pick your pack of contraceptives. Know all your options for hormonal birth control.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The conversation should be one-on-one, and it should be during a relaxed time when nobody needs to hurry to go somewhere else. It should happen in a private or semi-private place, like at home, at a coffee shop, at a park, or during a walk around the neighborhood. You don't want to make someone feel embarrassed, blindsided, or trapped. If they look awkward, drop the idea. This allows them to gracefully decline if they would prefer not to talk about it and gives them an opportunity to start expressing their thoughts and ideas if they are in the mood. Some people feel awkward or uncomfortable talking about religion, especially since religious discussion can result in heated debates or hurt feelings. For example, you could say "I've been thinking a lot about religion lately, and I was wondering if you feel like talking about it." Respond gracefully if they say no. Don't push. If they say no to you several different times, assume it means that they are very shy about religion and don't like talking about it, so it's best to stop asking. If the person feels ambushed or attacked, they'll shut down and have no interest in what you have to say. Thus, try to keep an open and friendly tone, without pressure for them to act a certain way. You want them to be comfortable with you. Not every atheist is open to being converted, and it's important to make peace with this. Don't whine, wheedle, or browbeat your way through a conversation that someone else doesn't want to have. If someone says "I don't like talking about religion," then stop bringing up religion. If you offer to talk about religion a few times, and they say no each time, that pattern may mean something. Stop bringing it up, or ask "I've noticed that you've declined each time I asked you about religion. Is it a topic you're uncomfortable with?" Then stop if they say yes.
Summary:
Choose a good place and time. Bring up the subject and ask if they're interested. Keep your mind and heart open at all times. Know when it's best to leave it alone.