To do so, open your iPhone's or Android's Settings, tap Bluetooth, and slide Bluetooth right to the "On" position. It's a white app with grey squares on it. It's in the top-left corner of the screen. You'll see this option in the pop-out window on the left side of the screen. It's in the middle of the screen. This option is at the top of the screen. It's the only option on this page. This is the circular button on the back of the reader. You'll want to hold it down for around three seconds. These are on the front of the contactless reader. This should complete the pairing process. Your contactless reader is now connected to your device. If your reader goes to sleep at any time, simply press the reader's power button to wake it back up.

Summary: Enable your phone's Bluetooth. Open Square Point of Sale. Tap ☰. Tap SETTINGS. Tap Card Readers. Tap Connect a Reader. Tap Square Contactless + Chip Reader. Press and hold the reader's power button. Wait for four orange lights to begin flashing. Release the button.


You can easily find lots of manufacturer and retailer coupons online, so take some time each week looking for discounts on the foods on your shopping list. Also, in many areas, buying the Sunday newspaper can easily pay for itself due to all the coupon inserts. So grab your scissors! Sign up for any rewards or loyalty cards offered by the grocery stores you visit regularly. So long as you don’t buy things you don’t need just because they’re on sale, this is an easy way to save money each time you shop. Browse through any flyers that come in the mail and check the websites of grocers in your area. If you can save money by visiting 2 or 3 stores instead of 1 each week, do it. Just remember to factor in any added time or travel costs.  You used to have to shop at specialty grocers to find a decent selection of GF items, but you can now find them practically anywhere, including discount grocers and wholesale clubs. Online grocers and general retailers may also offer competitive or even superior prices on some GF items, especially if you buy in bulk. Once you go gluten-free, items like rice, potatoes, and lentils usually become essential foods. Fortunately, potatoes have a long shelf life and are cheaper in larger amounts, and rice and dried beans are easy to buy relatively cheaply in bulk.  For instance, instead of buying a 5 lb (2.3 kg) bag of potatoes every week, buy a 10 lb (4.5 kg) bag every 2 weeks. Many grocery store price labels have the cost-per-unit (for instance, the price per 1 ounce or 1 gram) listed on them. Use this information to help determine how much savings buying in bulk can produce. If you need to buy GF foods due to a diagnosed medical condition like celiac disease, you may be eligible for government benefits in some areas. Talk to your doctor or nutritionist about any programs that they might be aware of where you live. Additionally, if you meet income criteria, you might be eligible for government food assistance programs, especially for items like fresh fruits and vegetables and meats.

Summary: Clip coupons and use store rewards cards. Compare prices at wholesale clubs, discount grocers, and online shops. Buy GF staple items in bulk if you know you’ll use them. Ask about rebates, subsidies, or benefits where you live.


" Ask for pads and tampons to be made available in bathrooms, so that girls don't need to take time off school because they don't have them on hand. Ask that all bathrooms have facilities for disposing of used pads and tampons. And most importantly, ask that students are allowed one break per class so that they can go if they suddenly get their period. Though there’s no shame in having anyone see your sanitary supplies, you can find places to stash them if you’re concerned about that. For one thing, you can put them in your purse, but if you can’t carry handbags in school, you can cleverly place them in your pencil case, tuck a pad into the pocket of your folder or binder, or even place a tampon down into your boots if you have no better options. If you think of some “hiding spots” in advance then you won’t be so nervous when that time of the month comes. If you have a locker, use it. This will also be an easy place for you to keep your supplies all year long instead of having to bring them when the time of the month comes. It's unlikely that you will leak through your underwear and pants, but being prepared with an extra pair of underwear and pants or leggings in the event of an emergency will help you avoid worry. Just knowing that they are there if you need them will keep you from worrying about having your period or having a leak. You can also bring a sweater or sweatshirt to wrap around your waist, just in case. If you have your period or are experiencing PMS, then you may want to add some extra chocolate to your diet. Studies show that chocolate alleviates some of the symptoms of PMS, and besides, chocolate is delicious. Having a little chocolate can make you feel more stable emotionally, in addition to giving you a tasty treat. If you tend to suffer from menstrual pain such as cramps, bloating, nausea, or any of the other symptoms that may accompany your period, then you can carry around some medicine just in case. (Just make sure your school allows it.) You can use Tylenol, Advil, Midol, or another form of over-the-counter medication that works best for you. You don’t have to take it when you get your period, but having it on hand will help you feel better if you’re feeling less-than-great. Make sure to talk to your parents and a doctor before you take any medication to make sure it’s right for you. Your period may not be quite regular yet, but it can help to start tracking it so you know just about when to expect it. Not only will this keep you from being surprised in school, but it can also lead you to take precautions that can keep you from having an emergency, such as wearing a pantyliner the week you’re expecting to get your period, just in case you get it a bit early. If you haven't started your period yet prepare for the first time, in case it's at school. The average menstrual cycle is 28 days long, but can range from 21 to 45 days in teenagers and young adults. Mark the day your period starts on a personal calendar, or use a mobile app that helps you track your period, such as Clue, Period Tracker Lite, My Calendar, or Monthly Cycles. Menstruation often causes side effects such as cramping, bloating, acne breakouts, and breast tenderness. If you’re experiencing one or more of these symptoms than usual, your period may be on its way.  When you notice symptoms like these, it’s a good time to double-check your supplies. Make sure your “emergency” pads or tampons are in their proper places, and restock your supply of pads/tampons and pain relievers at home. Wear dark clothing when you expect your period draws near. That way, if you do get any unexpected bleeding, the color will help mask it.
Summary: Launch a campaign for making your school "period friendly. Find good places to stash your sanitary supplies. Pack an extra pair of underwear and pants just to feel safe. Pack a chocolate candy bar. Have some medicine ready to alleviate menstrual pain. Know when to expect your period. Familiarize yourself with menstruation warning signs.