Article: Once you suspect that your dog is pregnant, make an appointment with your vet. They will run tests to verify the pregnancy so that you know for sure that your dog is expecting.  Signs that your dog might be pregnant include decreased activity, changes to the dog's appetite, moody or clingy behavior, and physical changes, such as weight gain or swollen nipples.  In many cases, your vet will be able to tell your dog is pregnant just by feeling its abdomen. For example, she may go through morning sickness, which is a common occurrence in dogs. However, this should wear off halfway through the pregnancy, which is after about 30 days. Don’t punish her for throwing up, as she cannot help it. Instead, comfort her when she is sick.  She is also going through lots of hormonal changes and may need your affection. At other times, however, she may want to be left alone. It is best if you assess her mood before touching her so that you don't upset her or cause her harm. However, do not worry if your dog does not experience some of the symptoms of pregnancy. In fact, some owners do not know their dog is pregnant until the day of arrival. If your dog is at a healthy weight at the beginning of its pregnancy, you won’t have to adjust her diet until the last 5 weeks of pregnancy. Over these last 5 weeks, you should increase her food 30 to 50 percent.  During the last 3 weeks of her pregnancy, give your dog puppy food, which is more energy-dense. The added calories in the puppy food will help support the growing puppies without filling the mother's stomach too much. Since her womb will be pushing on her stomach, your pup may not want to eat as much. You can also help your dog eat more by providing her small meals spread throughout the day. Spreading the food out over the day, instead of giving her bigger meals, will decrease the chance she gets an upset stomach. A dog's pregnancy is typically 58 to 68 days. This means that you should begin increasing your dog's food after about 3 weeks of pregnancy.  Also, after she gives birth, she will need to continue to be given additional food to help her produce enough milk to feed her babies. As your dog’s pregnancy progresses, talk to your veterinarian if any problems occur. Also, bring her in for regular checkups to make sure that the pregnancy is progressing properly.  If your dog’s vaccinations are not up to date, you will need to make an appointment to update them.  Ask your vet about giving your dog daily doses of the deworming medication fenbendazole, beginning on day 40 of her pregnancy. This treatment will help reduce the risk of the puppies being born with roundworms. Don't give your dog a calcium supplement during pregnancy, unless your vet directly instructs you to do so. A calcium supplement during pregnancy can make your dog more likely to experience milk fever after she gives birth. At the visit where the pregnancy is verified, discuss with your vet how often you should bring her in for assessment and what kind of care she will need.
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Get a physical exam or ultrasound to confirm the pregnancy. Give your dog special care and attention. Increase your dog’s food intake gradually at the end of the pregnancy. Consult with your veterinarian throughout the pregnancy.
Article: You should not leave your power bank charging longer than necessary. Your manufacturer's instructions should let you know roughly how long it will take to charge. Most power banks charge within 1-2 hours. Check the charger periodically as it's plugged in. As soon as all the LED lights are on, unplug the charger. Your power bank’s lights may also blink on and off until it’s fully charged, at which point it the light will stay lit. If your LED lights are not working, unplug the charger after the estimated charging time has passed. After charging your power bank, connect one of your electronic devices to the bank using a USB cord. If the power bank charged correctly, the device should begin charging. If the device didn't charge, try plugging it into a different outlet. If your power bank still won't charge, it may be broken. Contact the manufacturer to see if it can be fixed.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Check your manufacturer's instructions for an estimate of charging time. Disconnect the charger as soon as it's fully charged. Check to make sure the power bank charged properly.
Article: It’s important to let him know you’d like to have an important discussion, otherwise he may get defensive and upset with the abrupt ambush. This will give him some time to reflect on your relationship and prepare for a thoughtful conversation. By planning to talk, you also have time to calm down, gather your thoughts, and figure out how you will address him. It is crucial to enter the conversation calmly and with a level head. Even if you feel hurt or angry, the conversation will not be productive if you spend it crying and cursing at him. Be blunt, but do not attack him. Don’t minimize how you’ve felt, or sweep any of your feelings under the rug. Your emotions are valid, and you shouldn’t shy away from expressing yourself just because it may be uncomfortable. By laying your feelings out on the table, you allow him to give an explanation, to comfort you, to ‘fess up, or to improve his behavior. Start your sentences with "I" instead of "you" so he doesn't think you are attacking him. Saying something like, "I feel sad when we only spend time together at night" will sound better to your boyfriend than, "You only call at night and I hate it." Even if you are absolutely certain that your fears are warranted and he has been using you, it will give you closure if you let him explain himself. Avoid interrupting him, as this will only increase the tension of the situation. If you disagree with something he is saying, wait until he is finished speaking to address it. By giving him the floor, you can analyze his reaction after you've placed your concerns on the table. Is he remorseful and apologetic, or defensive and rude? Remember, your feelings are valid. Even if your boyfriend believes he has done nothing wrong, don't let him make you feel guilty for feeling the way you do. Once you’ve addressed what has been on your mind and your boyfriend has heard how you’ve been feeling, decide how you’ll proceed. If he doesn’t offer an explanation and apology that provides comfort and optimism about the future of your relationship, perhaps it’s time to end the relationship. If you plan on staying with your boyfriend and are satisfied that he is in it for the right reasons, make sure that you create a plan with him. If your feelings are being hurt and you’ve felt like you’re giving more than you’re getting, you need to figure out how to correct these issues. Otherwise, you’ll end up back in the exact same situation. By recognizing things that make you uneasy, standing your ground, confronting the situation, and moving on, you will gain invaluable information. You recognize what you will and will not accept in these situations, develop your strategies for how to handle conflict, and hone your conflict resolution skills. It is painful to be used, but it gives you the opportunity to demand respect and better treatment in the future.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Plan a time to talk, and approach the situation calmly. Lay out your concerns. Let your boyfriend talk. Decide how you will move forward, either as a couple or alone. Remember what you learned, and use it.