INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The elastic should be long enough to attach at the back of the heel, run over your ankle, and then reattach at the back of the heel on the other side. The ends of the elastic should attach one finger’s width away from the back heel seam on either side.  You can position the elastic on the inside or outside of the shoe. If you want to attach your elastic to the outside of your shoe, position it low, near where the heel meets the floor. Elastics sewn on the inside should be positioned all the way down in the shoe. Keep in mind that elastic sewn on the inside of the shoe may irritate your skin. Once you have positioned your elastic, pin it in place and slip your foot into the shoe to make sure it fits properly. Be careful not to poke your foot!  The elastic should be snug, but not so tight that it cuts off your circulation. The elastic should be tilted slightly forward so that it lies flat against your ankle. Sew each end of your elastic onto the shoe using dental floss or reinforced thread. Start your stitching near the top of the shoe, just under the drawstring. Continue stitching along each side of the elastic end, so that your stitching forms a box.  Be sure that you don’t stitch over the drawstring. Only stitch through the canvas lining of the shoe. You don’t want the stitches to show on the silk outer layer! You’ll need your shoes to be even, of course! Sew elastic onto your other shoe following the steps outlined above.

SUMMARY: Measure the elastic. Position the elastic. Pin and test your elastic. Sew the elastic ends onto the shoe. Repeat the process on your other shoe.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The realities of childbirth are that you will probably do this during labor and may not even realize it, but if you don't, try to find a way to empty your bladder prior to massage. A full bladder may push the uterus off to the side, which makes the massage process both uncomfortable and ineffective. Uterine massages may take place immediately after birth, or may take places several minutes to several hours after delivery. Subsequently, it is a good idea to practice deep breathing and muscle relaxation immediately prior to and during the massage. Relax your muscle and take slow, calm breaths to help with the potential discomfort. If you still have a pain management drug such as your epidural in your system, you may not notice any discomfort. If your birthing professional opts to perform a uterine massage, trust that there is a good reason for it. It may cause some discomfort, but it is important that you allow your birthing team to perform the massage as they see necessary, since it could help keep you healthy and safe after birth. Just as you did through labor, you may choose to have a partner with you during the after-birth process, including the massage. Hold their hand or ask them to distract you to provide some comfort during the massage process.

SUMMARY: Empty your bladder. Relax your body as much as possible. Allow the massage to happen. Ask for support.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: People have different ways of learning that make the information easier to understand and retain. Some people find visual aids are the most useful, while others need to hear the content of the learning before it makes complete sense. Others again need to be moving about, touching and making things in order to be able to learn. Once you have worked out which style best suits your learning, you can put it to good use in developing key ways of studying that work for you. There are generally 4 types of learners:  Visual learners: these are people who prefer to see some sort of illustration to further explain a subject. Auditory learners: these are people who rely on hearing and speaking to understand information and instructions. They may struggle with understanding written instructions. Kinesthetic learners: these are the "do-ers". They prefer completing hands-on activities and experiments to understand what they are learning. These people excel in science related subjects because of the hands-on atmosphere they present. Reading or writing-preference learners: these, as the name suggests, prefer reading or writing the information repeatedly to understand it. If you are a visual learner, watch educational videos about the subject instead of reading the textbook. You may also use graphic organizers and other illustrations to understand a specific topic. Visual may make charts, flow maps and make information visual. If you are an auditory learner, try purchasing an audio version of the textbook being used, or simply read it aloud. As opposed to writing notes, record them with a tape recorder and play them back to study. Auditory can tape lectures, read info aloud, tape notes/textbook readings and talk to others about it. If you are a kinesthetic learner, think of some creative activities and/or experiments to review information. Tactile can make flap books, become the teacher, and ask on ways to make your info hands on.

SUMMARY:
Find out what your learning style is. Learn through seeing. Learn through listening. Learn through doing.