Wrap the measuring tape around the center of your neck. Make sure the tape is flat against your neck and not bunched up or twisted. Note the measurement you get. Don't measure your neck with the measuring tape wrapped too tightly around it or your bow tie will be too tight. You should be able to fit your finger in between your neck and the measuring tape. Lay your bow tie on a flat surface so the back of the bow tie is facing up. You should see a row of numbers going across the thin part of your bow tie. Find the number that matches the measurement you took of your neck. For example, if your neck measurement was 15 inches (38cm), look for the number 15 (38) on your bow tie. The t-hook will look like a small plastic or metal hook that's in the shape of a capital "t." Once the t-hook is in the hole, gently pull on it to make sure it's secure. Now that the t-hook is hooked into the number that corresponds with your neck size, your bow tie should fit you when you tie it around your neck.
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One-sentence summary -- Measure the circumference of your neck with measuring tape. Look for the corresponding measurement on the inside of your bow tie. Insert the t-hook on your bow tie into the hole next to the right number.

Only bathe your hamster if there is something stuck in its fur or if he has come in contact with a toxic chemical. Bathing your hamster in water washes out their natural oils and can seriously harm them! Hamsters can't swim very well and therefore can drown, they will be extremely stressed during the process as well and this can lead to stress-related illnesses such as Wet Tail which can kill a hamster. The rapid temperature changes can also give your hamster a cold which can make them seriously ill. During estrus, female hamsters can also have a different odor when they are in heat. The best way to address a smelly hamster is to clean out his cage more frequently. Before attempting a bath, change your cage-cleaning habits and see if the smell improves. Touch up problem areas up daily and change all of the bedding weekly. The only time you should give your hamster a bath is if there is something on its coat that could harm him, e.g. something toxic or sticky on his coat or something stuck to him that he could choke on if he tried to clean himself. If you've spilled something harmful on your hamster, you will probably wish to bathe it. If your hamster is not life-threateningly dirty, a sand bath should be sufficient.The hamster will roll around in the sand, and the sand will cause most dirt to fall off naturally. Buy chinchilla sand at the pet store and put it in a little bowl for your hamster. Make sure to buy sand, not dust, as dust can cause respiratory problems for your hamster. It is like inhaling smoke as a human every day. Try to buy children's play sand from a hardware store. You can sterilize it by baking it in the oven at 400F (204C) for 15 minutes. If the sand is a permanent fixture in your hamster's cage or playpen, make sure to check it daily as your hamster may start using it as a litter box. For example, if your long-haired hamster has gum in its fur, you can simply cut it out.
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One-sentence summary -- Avoid bathing your hamster if possible. Clean the hamster cage more frequently. Ensure that your hamster really needs a bath. Try a sand bath first. Make sure there is no other way to remove the problem substance.

This herb can be found in pill form in most health stores. Follow the package instructions for the specific dosage. Chasteberry may help relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, although scientific evidence is currently limited. However, it has not been proven to reduce menopausal symptoms, increase lactation, or increase fertility. Chasteberry has been shown to influence estrogen levels. However, the exact nature and level of the effect has not been widely established. Avoid taking chasteberry if you are using: birth control pills, antipsychotic drugs, medications used to treat Parkinson's disease, or Metoclopramide, a dopamine-affecting drug. Phytoestrogens act like an estrogen substitute in the body and occur naturally in several plants and herbs. Consider using phytoestrogens if you're trying to alleviate symptoms of low estrogen levels, or menopause. Take phytoestrogens in moderation. You may actually want to avoid phytoestrogens if you're trying to conceive. Phytoestrogens have been linked to infertility and developmental problems, although you would need to consume massive quantities of these foods to ingest clinically significant levels of phytoestrogens. Foods and herbs that contain phytoestrogens include: legumes: soybeans, peas, pinto and lima beans fruits: cranberries, prunes, apricots herbs: oregano, sage, licorice whole grains flaxseed vegetables: broccoli and cauliflower Several herbal teas or tisanes may increase your estrogen levels or provide relief for symptoms of menopause or premenstrual syndrome without affecting your estrogen levels. Steep the herbs in a cup of hot water for five minutes. Black and green tea. Black and green teas contain phytoestrogens. Dong quai (Angelica sinensis). Used in Chinese traditional medicine, this herb may reduce symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. Do not use it if you use blood-thinning drugs like warfarin. Red clover. Red clover contains isoflavones, which may help reduce symptoms of menopause or premenstrual syndrome. Flax seeds have one of the highest concentrations of phytoestrogens. Eat up to 1/2 cup of ground flax seeds to get the most effect. They're also high in omega-3 fatty acids, which may reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes. Adding flax seed to your breakfast cereal or in healthy smoothies is a good way to easily eat the seed.
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Take chasteberry supplements. Choose foods that are high in phytoestrogens. Make an herbal tea. Eat flax seeds.