Article: One of the most difficult things about being a single parent is recognizing when you need help. If a family member has offered to babysit whenever you need time to yourself, or a friend has asked to set up a playdate, don’t be afraid to take them up on it. Remind yourself that it’s okay to lean on other people when things are hard. Remember not to take advantage of other people’s kindness. Don’t be afraid to ask them for help, but don’t expect them to always be available. Once your child is old enough to walk, talk, and follow directions, they can help with simple chores. Assign them tasks like walking the dog, cleaning up toys, emptying the dishwasher, or folding laundry. Be clear with your child that every member of your family has to help out because that’s what families do.  For younger children, you may want to create a chore chart so that you can keep track of what they’re doing. Remind your kid that if they don’t do their chores and help out, there will be consequences. As a single parent, you may not be able to be with your child all the time. Decide whether you’d like to send your child to daycare or hire a babysitter for times when you can’t be at home. Consider the cost of these options, and ask family members to step in whenever possible to save money.  Daycare has the added bonus of allowing your children to socialize and having a set structure. However, it can be extremely expensive depending on your location and the amount of time your child will be there. If you’re planning to go with babysitting, it can be helpful to have 1 babysitter and 1-2 backup sitters in case your usual sitter is busy or sick. If your child’s other parent isn’t involved in their life, they might feel lost without the extra guidance. Be on the lookout for trustworthy individuals who can be an example of a good person for them. Point out some of the good qualities that they exhibit, and talk with your kid about what makes someone a good person.  For example, if you’re recently divorced, you might ask a brother, sister, or one of your parents for help. When they’re around, talk to your kid about what makes them an awesome man or woman. If you don’t have a lot of family, you can use TV shows and books to talk with your kid about what it means to be a good person and a good parent. For example, if your kid likes Harry Potter, you can talk to them about how Dumbledore was a father figure to Harry.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Request and accept help when you need it. Ask your child to help with household chores if they’re old enough. Pick a childcare method that works best for you and your child. Find positive role models for your child.

Problem: Article: These three varieties of non-kiln fired clay can be somewhat expensive. If you don’t have kiln access, one of these three may be the ideal starter for you. Small sculptures and items like ornaments and figurines work well with these clays.  Even though oven bake, air dry, and polymer clays don’t require a kiln, when dry they should have a very similar appearance and quality as standard, kiln-fired ceramics. You can find polymer clay in a wide array of bright colors. When dry, this kind of clay takes on a plastic quality. Wheel throwing requires the use of a pottery wheel and a kiln. Learning to wheel throw on your own is certainly possible, but because the process is so touch-oriented, learning from books or videos can be difficult.  Many community centers, community colleges, and universities offer wheel throwing classes. Try a keyword search online for "wheel throwing classes near me." Wheel throwing will produce work much faster than non-kiln methods or hand-building. Because of this, you’ll likely want access to a large kiln. The temperature you fire your clay at will have a significant influence on the outcome of your sculpture’s appearance and quality. When determining a firing temperature, keep in mind:  Low-fire is best for bright colors and pieces with fine details. Low-fire pieces should be used mostly for display, as they are generally more delicate and susceptible to chipping and water damage. Mid- and high-fire will produce sculptures that are strong and durable. Detailed designs may blur at these temps, but the heat can also cause neat speckling in the glaze. Sculpting clay is going to be messy, so you should dress in clothing you don’t mind getting stained. Fine clay particles may work deeply into fabric. Lay a tarp or a thick layer of newspaper on your work surface to prevent it from getting stained by the clay or the clay from getting contaminated. If you have long hair, tie it back. Clay dust tends to coat hair, and clay coated hair falling into your eyes may sting. First-time sculptors may want to start with something simple. Animals, simple shapes (spheres, boxes), simple structures (like a tiny house), and small decorative pots are all great choices. Mystical creatures, like gargoyles and dragons, tend to work well as intermediate level sculpting challenges.
Summary: Select oven bake, air dry, or polymer clay if you don’t have a kiln. Learn wheel throwing in a classroom setting. Decide on a low-, mid-, or high-fire clay for kiln-fired clays. Wear work clothes and lay out a surface cover. Choose your design.

The damaged area will be sensitive until the discoloration fades. Putting pressure on the eye can make it hurt more, but it can also aggravate the damaged blood vessels beneath the skin, causing a worse or prolonged injury. Before you get the swelling to calm down, you should also avoid forcing your eye to stay open for a prolonged period of time. After a day or two of using an ice pack to soothe the swelling, you should switch tactics and begin applying moist heat to the injured area.  Hold a warm, moistened washcloth or compress against the affected area. Do not use a heating pad, since this provides dry heat and can actually be too hot, thereby causing more damage to the sensitive skin of your face. Apply the warm compress in 10-minute intervals, each of which should be separated by a period of rest lasting no less than 10 minutes each. Do not apply the warm compress directly to the eye. Only apply it to the skin around the eye. Warm compresses promote an increased amount of circulation to the damaged blood vessels. This allows pooled blood trapped below the surface of your skin to be re-absorbed, which can speed up the healing process. Your black eye should fade significantly after a week and a half or so. If it has not faded much within that time frame, call your general practitioner and schedule an appointment. Black eyes tend to look worse before they get better, so don't be alarmed if your eye looks worse during the first few days following the injury. If you have any reason to suspect there is still bleeding, however, then you should see your doctor right away.
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Avoid putting pressure on the eye or causing more damage. Switch to moist heat after 24 to 48 hours. Call a doctor if the damage worsens or does not fade.