Article: Monthly cleaning is needed to prevent the build-up of dirt and grime on cubic zirconia. If you're consistent with monthly cleaning, this reduces the likelihood the jewelry will build up dirt to the point professional cleaning is required. If you wear cubic zirconia on your hands, avoid using lotion or things like essential oils. Cubic zirconia is sensitive to such substances and can easily be damaged. If you do use lotion or oils, keep it away from any cubic zirconia you're wearing. Bleach, chlorine, and ammonia should not be used on cubic zirconia. Do not use any chemical cleaners to remove harsh stains, as this can easily damage your jewelry. Cubic zirconia should be stored in an airtight container to prevent wear and tear. Any time you're not wearing cubic zirconia, store it promptly and in a safe container.
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Clean cubic zirconia once a month. Keep cubic zirconia away from lotions and oils. Avoid harsh cleaners. Store your jewelry safely.
Article: Some toddlers have sensory sensitivities and loud noises frighten them. If you think your toddler might be afraid of the loud stream of running water coming from the tub faucet, fill up the tub while the toddler is playing and bring them into the bathroom once it’s already full. If your toddler is scared of the noise, they might cover their ears or avoid getting into the water at all. If your toddler stands in the tub but won’t sit down in the water, this could be a sign that the water is too cold or hot. Stick your hand in the water before allowing the toddler to get in the tub, making sure it’s the appropriate temperature.  A cooler bath might be better for hot summer nights, while a warmer bath is good during the winter. If you're using a space heater to warm up the bathroom, make sure the heater and any wires or plugs are away from the water. If you see your toddler holding onto the edges of the tub or seeming afraid of falling down, buy a non-slip mat that covers the bottom of the tub. This gives them better traction when they’re standing and sitting.  Put the non-slip mat in the tub before filling the tub with water. You can also use a rug pad, cutting the cushioned padding to fit the bottom of the tub. Fear of getting soapy water in one’s eyes is a common concern among toddlers, as it sometimes leads to stinging eyes. To help prevent this, always make sure the toddler’s head is tilted back while rinsing their hair, and try to avoid getting soap or bubbles near their eyes.  Bath visors help shield their eyes from the suds, and goggles are great for allowing the toddler to get water on their face and not worry about irritating their eyes. Use baby shampoo for a gentle soap option. Explain each step of the rinsing process so that your child understands what is happening, such as "I'm going to rinse the shampoo out of your hair, so close your eyes to make sure water doesn't get in them!" Some toddlers have a fear that they’ll be taken down the drain along with the bath water once the drain is opened, while others fear the sound the water makes going down the drain. To avoid this, don’t drain the water until the toddler is out of the tub and/or bathroom. You can also try showing the toddler that they won’t go down the drain using a toy—pull the toddler out of the tub, place a toy next to the drain, and pull the plug. The toddler will see that the toy stays in the tub while the water goes away. Some kids spot little black specks in the bath water and think that they’re bugs, causing them to not want to take a bath. Since the black specks are normal, you can try covering them up with a fun bubble bath so that the water isn't visible.  Use bubble bath or soap to make bubbles that won’t irritate the toddler’s eyes. The black specks are often due to an old water tank or dirty faucets, so get these checked out if it becomes a problem. Part of the reason your toddler might be getting upset around bathtime could be because of the time of day. You can try giving baths at different times of the day to see if this makes baths more appealing to your toddler. For example, your toddler might dislike baths in the evening because they know that bedtime is soon after that. If so, offer baths in the morning or afternoon instead. If your toddler simply refuses to take a bath due to some type of fear, it’s best to bathe them in a different way than to force them into the bathtub. Making them take a bath when they’re already upset and scared will only cause their fear to worsen, and it’ll take even longer to help them work through it. Use a sponge to give the toddler a sponge bath, or let them play outside with the sprinkler or hose for a more creative option.
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Fill up the bath before the toddler gets in. Test the water temperature before the toddler gets into the bath. Use a bath mat to make the tub less slippery. Try a visor to keep water out of your toddler's eyes. Pull the plug once the child is out of the tub. Fill the bath with bubbles to cover up impurities in the water. Vary the time that you give your toddler a bath. Avoid forcing the toddler into the bath if they’re upset about it.
Article: When giving directions, don’t rush. Enunciate every word you say. Take time to explain important factors like potential hazards or detours. If you don’t speak slowly and clearly, the person may get confused or may miss an important piece of information. Use the names of roads as they’re marked on street signs and road maps. Avoid using road names only used by locals. In addition, don’t refer to people’s homes as landmarks. Any examples you use should be ones that can be recognizable to someone from outside your community. Even if all locals know the highway as the “Parkway East,” refer to it as “I-376 East,” which is what the road signs read. Even if you think they might be a bit familiar with the place, give directions as if the person knows nothing of local landmarks, main roads, or even the names of roads. Provide all of the information they need to get to their destination. They can always let you know if you’re giving more detail than is necessary. Avoid things like “Remember where Joe’s old house was? You’ll turn right after that” and go with “You’ll turn right at the stoplight onto 11th Street, which comes about half a block past where Joe used to live.” Be direct and ask "Do you have any questions about the route?" Asking will allow the person to clarify any part of the route they might not fully understand. In addition, it will give them the opportunity to ask you for the location of any other places they may be interested in visiting. Suggest that the person summarize the directions you’ve just given to them. This way, you’ll be able to make sure that they understood you completely. Then, if they did misunderstand or mis-hear you, you’ll be able to correct them. If they seem to be struggling with the directions you’ve given in “route perspective” form, consider trying “survey perspective” instead — that is, replacing visual landmarks with mileages and north, south, etc.
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Speak slowly and clearly. Avoid using words, phrases, or names that only locals will know. Don’t assume the person knows anything about the area. Ask the person if they have any questions. Request that they repeat the directions to you.