Find a die-cut felt placemat that is the same size (or larger) as your pillow. Cut the placemat down to the right size, if needed, then glue it to the front of your pillow using hot glue or fabric glue.  Choose a color that coordinates with your pillow. For example, orange and yellow go well together, as do red and green. You can find die-cut placemats in the craft store. They are typically seasonal, so expects lots of red and hearts around Valentine's day. Remove the pillow from the pillowcase. Cut a sheet of fabric to the same size as the pillowcase. Secure it to the front of the pillowcase with fusible web interfacing. Glue coordinating ribbon or decorative cord along the seams to hide the raw edges of the fabric. Insert the pillow when you are done. You can use hot glue or fabric glue for the ribbon or trim. Remove the pillowcase first. Cut leaf or 5-petal flower shapes out of colored felt. Place a drop of hot glue in the center of the flowers, then press them onto the pillowcase. Draw a line of hot glue down the center of each leaf, and press them onto the pillowcase too. Put the pillowcase back on once the glue dries.  The petals of the flowers and the edges of the leaves will stick out realistically. Hot glue buttons or yellow felt circles to the center of each flower for a nicer touch. If you don't want to use hot glue, you can use fabric glue instead. Iron the fusible web interfacing to the back of your desired fabric. Trace the shapes you want onto the interfacing, then cut them out. Remove the pillowcase, then pin the shapes interfacing-side-down to the pillowcase. Iron the shapes, remove the pins, then reinsert the pillow.  If you are doing letters or numbers, be sure to reverse them first. Each brand of fusible web interfacing is different, so follow the instructions carefully. Embroider the edges of the appliques with embroidery thread and a running stitch before you apply them for a more detailed look. Cut your desired shape out of fabric. Baste it to your pillow with a running stitch. Fold the raw edges under the applique, then sew them down using a whipstitch, ladder stitch, or blanket stitch. Remove the basting stitches when you are done.  Remove the pillowcase first, if needed. Alternatively, cut the appliques out of felt, then glue them on with hot glue or fabric glue. Remove the pillowcase, then place a sheet of tracing paper over it. Trace inside the embroidered outlines of the designs, then cut the tracings out. Use these to create your appliques, then secure the appliques inside the embroidered shapes. The embroidery will make a nice outline around your appliques. This does not work with solid embroidery, only outlined or quilted embroidery.
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One-sentence summary -- Glue a die-cut felt placemat over a plain pillowcase for a quick option. Give a pillow a fresh look by covering the front with new fabric. Glue felt shapes to the pillowcase if you want 3D designs. Create simple appliques using fabric and fusible web interfacing. Sew appliques if you don't have an iron and fusible web interfacing. Fill in embroidered outlines with appliques.


NSAIDs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen help relieve swelling that can worsen lordosis, along with any associated pain. Take the medication as directed on the product packaging or as otherwise directed by your doctor. Always talk to a healthcare professional before starting any new drug, even if it is over-the-counter. High heels and shoes with flat insoles do not provide the support you need for proper posture. Invest in shoes that offer good arch support to help keep a straight posture that doesn’t force out your backside.  If you have flat feet or high arches, consider getting a professional fitting for insoles or orthotics. Your doctor can recommend you to a podiatrist, or you can talk to a professional at a local medical shoe store. You can find shoes with arch support in specialty shops, such as at your local mall and online. by drawing your tailbone in when standing. When you stand, draw your tailbone in toward your waist so that it’s not sticking out toward your backside. Keep your weight evenly distributed between your feet. Press your heels down and pull your chest up away from the hips.  Better posture will take time and practice. Try to keep the best posture you can, but don’t get upset if your posture doesn’t automatically improve. Imagine, there are weights on your feet keeping your legs grounded while a balloon pulls you up from the top of your head. Check your posture by looking in a mirror. Make sure your shoulders are at the same height. To improve your seated posture, keep your weight evenly centered between your buttocks. Lift your chest and drop your shoulders down toward your hips. Keep your lower abdomen tucked in so that your spine is as straight as possible. Avoid sitting to one side or with your legs tucked under you whenever possible.
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One-sentence summary -- Use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to manage swelling. Wear shoes with good arch support. Practice better posture Sit centered on your buttocks for better seated posture.


Since you’re sleeping during the day because you’ve been up all night, make sure you avoid coffee, tea, or anything caffeine or stimulant related after midnight. Something at the beginning of your long night is fine, but just as it is during the day, if you have something too late you’ll be tossing and turning and unable to sleep once you lie down. This is really no different than a normal routine of working or being up during the day and sleeping at night. Eating healthy meals and getting plenty of exercise will help your body acclimate more quickly to being up all night and sleeping during the day. While it may very well help you fall asleep, alcohol can cause problems staying asleep, sleeping soundly and comfortably, and may cause you to wake up too early.  The best rule of thumb is to avoid any kind of stimulant or depressant when on this reverse schedule. The exception to this rule of avoiding any “medicinal value” items like alcohol or sleep-aids is if your doctor prescribes you medication to alleviate a sleep issue. Before going to bed, wear dark sunglasses and even a brimmed hat to keep the sun out of your eyes as much as possible. Sunlight triggers your natural circadian rhythm and can make it hard to fall asleep if you’ve been exposed to it.
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Avoid stimulants before bedtime. Take care of your body. Lay off alcohol before bedtime. Shield your eyes from sunlight.