You need to see a doctor about this. Strangers on the internet are not the people to ask about the possible effects of a medication on a pregnancy. From a quick search, I can tell you that doxycycline is designated as a risky drug to take during pregnancy and should only be taken if there is no alternative. You do need to discuss this with your doctor, though.

I get that this is an expensive, non-refundable trip, but you are talking about a person's life. If there's going to be any substantial risk, you might need to make the right decision for your baby. As a parent, you've got to drop your own needs and focus on what your child will need over the next 8 months or so. I'm not judging you, but I am asking you to make a major shift in your thinking. Vacations can be taken in the future with few regrets. You can't undo fetal damage or the guilt you would feel for knowingly being the cause of it.

This is the time to step up and stand up for your partner. It's not your partner's place to have to do this for him/herself.

I've been in a situation where my husband had to stand up for me against his family, and there were consequences. You may find that your parents withdraw and try to use their relationship with your daughter as leverage. If you stand firm, they'll figure out eventually that the only thing standing in the way of a relationship with their granddaughter is their own bad attitude. If they still refuse to grow up and deal with your partner like adults, they're the only ones who are hurt by it.

It's impossible to be in a relationship where one partner's parents are constantly being negative about the other partner. It's unfair to put all of the responsibility of the situation on your partner. They shouldn't have to absorb their hurt feelings to avoid rocking the boat. It won't be easy, but step up and take charge.

To change your startup programs, hit the start button, and in the search field type "msconfig.exe" (without the quotation marks)and press enter.

From there, go to the Startup tab, and you can select from the programs there.

Regardless of whether or not HIPAA applies to you, you're not going to be able to hide it from your mother.

Labiaplasty is a surgery, and has its challenges. You would need lots of post-op rest and care, and it would be really hard to keep your parents from noticing that you're not walking for 2 days after the fact. Also keep in mind that it may not be covered by insurance since it's typically cosmetic in nature (unless it's causing you serious physical pain), and so you'd need to find a way to pay for it, which most 15 year olds would have trouble doing on their own.

If you are really concerned, try talking to your mom about it. Chances are you got your larger labia from somewhere genetically, and she'll understand what you're going through.

Be prepared for her to tell you that you're fine just the way you are, though, because women come in all shapes and sizes. What you think of as abnormally large is likely just another in the spectrum. Going based off the adult industry is misleading, just like assuming that anyone over a size 2 is abnormally large because every woman you see in the media is around this range. We're all different.

If you're worried about guys having a problem with it, any guy who is going to make nasty comments doesn't deserve what he's getting. A decent guy will love you and your bits. Heck, some guys even prefer larger labia. So unless it's causing you physical pain, I would suggest against it at least until you're over 18.

It's one of the unfortunate side effects of depression that people can turn against you when you're really suffering. When you're depressed, you can hardly bring yourself to care enough to get in the shower every day or comb your hair, so it's understandable that social interaction isn't exactly in the books. I have lost a lot of friends because of this, but the friends who have done their best to understand are amazing, and I know I can count on them for anything.

I think the key here is to acknowledge that your friend is hurting. From her point of view, you were just moping around and refusing to talk to her without telling her why. Part of recovery is taking charge of the things that went screwy while you were in the fog, so apologize to her for being a crappy friend, but at the same time let her know that you need her love and support now that you're starting to get back up again. Take her out to lunch or have a girls' day to start things right. Friends can be very forgiving when they actually know what's going on.

With bum stuff, you don't want to surprise him. This is something you should discuss ahead of time to make sure it's within his comfort zone. A lot of guys are squicked out by the idea of anal contact, so you could make him bolt if you just jump down there with no warning.

Shower immediately ahead of time, to make sure he's squeaky clean. If you really want to be safe, use a dental dam (or a latex glove cut open). That way you're not actually having any mouth-to-anus contact. The reason why I suggest this is because you can get some pretty nasty bugs from having your mouth down there, even if it is freshly soaped.

It's not really gross, and if he's into it, it's a lot of fun. So go crazy :)

I had my hair in a pixie a few years back, and I miss it so much! I'm actually considering hacking all my hair off this summer myself.

Remember that it's just hair. Worst case scenario, it's not your favourite haircut and you wait a year and your hair is back. You'll never know if you don't try.

Just make sure that you go to a hair stylist who knows how to cut short hair... I usually try to pick one who has adorable short hair herself. Also make sure that your hair stylist is on board: I've had them flat out refuse to cut my hair short because they're worried I'll regret it and freak out on them.

Pixie cuts are actually super feminine. They show off your face shape and facial features in a way that no other haircut does. You would think that short hair is manly looking, but that's not the case at all.

I did have a few people ask me if I'd come out of the closet when I cut my hair short. Usually my response was something along the lines of "Really? Because I cut my hair short? That's stupid." It isn't really a problem, though, especially with so many different women embracing short hair.

This site has a breakdown of all of the nutrients in raw carrots. As you'll see, there is no vitamin D in carrots, but they are chock full of just about everything else!

http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2383/2

If you're sweating excessively, it might be a good idea to talk to your doctor. There are treatments available beyond store brand antiperspirants.

As for body sweat, here's a tip that just about saved my life. Go to the drug store and get some medicated powder (like Gold Bond, or the store brand). The one I get costs about 5 dollars, and it's a huge bottle. When you get out of the shower and dry off, poof some of that on you wherever you tend to get sweaty. It'll keep you drier, and it has the added bonus of cooling you when you do sweat.

I am also pro-choice and advise against suicide for the most part. I believe that everyone should have the right to choose for themselves.

When abortions are performed (for the most part) the fetus is at a very early stage of development and is not conscious. It has no desires and feels no pain. Abortion comes with its own emotional burdens, but sometimes it's the best option available.

Although I always advise against suicide, I do believe in assisted suicide as a viable option for those who are terminally ill and in chronic pain. However, I can't voice these opinions in answers to those looking for help in this regard because there are serious legal consequences, so I leave those questions for someone else to answer.

When I do answer suicide questions, it's almost always a certain type. It's the person who has lost all hope for their future, who is suffering from mental illness and can't see the light at the end of the tunnel. I answer these questions because I was that person, and I have seen that with proper treatment things can get better.

Yes, people should have the right to choose death. However, when you're mentally ill death can seem like the only way out, when it really isn't. You can't make a fully informed decision when you're that far in. That's why I ask people to hang on and keep trying: because at that point, it's not the individual choosing death, it's the illness causing them to make decisions that they wouldn't otherwise make.

So no, not a hypocrite or a clown. Just as you have your own opinions, I have mine.

I think you've heard a lot of negativity so far, so here's my take on things.

1) Is it healthy/normal?

Absolutely. In any relationship, you're going to be curious about other people. Much as it would be lovely to say that we only use our significant others for masturbatory fodder, it's not necessarily the case. Porn gives you a way to act on these urges without having to go outside of your relationship. It gives you new ideas to keep things fresh and interesting, and can really expand your horizons.

2) Is it cheating?

It all depends on your personal definition. For some people, flirting is considered cheating. For other couples, full sexual content with other people is fine. So it's no surprise that some people feel that watching porn is cheating while others incorporate it into a happy, healthy sex life. It sounds like you two are doing just fine, other than your recent misgivings, so I'm leaning towards saying that you guys don't feel like it's cheating.

3) How can you cope with it?

Now, I'm not sure how you have been using porn, but if you have only been indulging solo, it might be worthwhile to try bringing your boyfriend into the mix. Try finding some couples-friendly porn, or something that really gets you going, and invite him to watch with you. It really takes away the "dirty" stigma and makes it something you can share.

I'm seeing a lot of "It gives men unrealistic expectations" pearl-clutching, and I would have to disagree. While there is some porn that features plastic women being abused, there's a whole world of female-friendly porn out there. Men decide on their own expectations for women, and it takes someone who has been damaged in some way to get that wholesale from porn.

Porn doesn't ruin relationships on its own. It's abuse of porn or a messed up attitude to it that harms relationships.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_animated_television_series

Since you're not very specific, we can't really guess at what you're looking for! This Wikipedia list has a bunch of cartoons all separated by time period.

I have light brown hair and blue eyes naturally, and I dyed my hair black a few years ago.

The problem with dying your hair black is that if you change your mind it's really hard to go back to your natural colour. It took me a few years to finally cut out all of the hair that had been stripped to get rid of the black.

If you haven't dyed your hair before (you don't say in your question if you have or not) I would strongly suggest going with a semi-permanent dark brown. See if you like the darker look, then think about going black.

The BMI scale isn't a definitive measure of health. There are always going to be outliers on a generalized scale.

People who are on the extreme edges of body types can find it incredibly inaccurate. What's right for one person isn't necessarily right for another, and being at a certain point on the scale doesn't necessarily mean that you're unhealthy.

Everyone's healthy weight is different. If I was to aim for your BMI, I'd have to weigh about 110 lbs. That would be super unhealthy for me: my "happy" weight lies around 170 lbs, because I'm naturally muscular. However, if you were to weigh 170 lbs, it would probably be very unhealthy for your body type. I've also known very underweight women who eat total garbage and don't exercise, and obese women (myself included) who exercise regularly and eat lots of healthy foods. Weight isn't necessarily an indicator of overall health.

So don't worry unless your doctor tells you that you should. You probably just have a very small build. As long as you're eating healthy and eating enough you should be fine.

If you have any doubts about him, hold off on having sex.

You want your first time to be with someone who really cares about you and who you can trust completely. I'm not saying you need to marry your first, but you don't want to look back on your past and be resentful of your first time. You want to make sure it's with someone who respects you and cares about you, and someone who does won't take off on you the moment he gets some action.

Be happy that you're able to get this done. It's very expensive, so not everyone can afford to have braces. It helps you keep your teeth cleaner if they're straight, not to mention looking better! So yes, you should definitely be happy.

As for advice, do whatever the orthodontist tells you. I know it sucks, but stay away from the list of forbidden foods: gum, corn on the cob, all that good stuff. Get it in while you can! If your orthodontist tells you to wear headgear every night, do it, even if you have a sleepover or if it makes your hair go funny in the morning. If you stick to exactly what the doctor says, you're less likely to have to wear them for longer.

The emergency pill is not meant to be used as regular birth control. It really messes up your body, and is definitely capable of messing with your cycle.

If your period is due, take a pregnancy test. I would also strongly suggest that you get on some form of hormonal birth control (the pill, the shot or an implant), because you shouldn't be taking the emergency pill that often.

We really can't give you advice online about this sort of thing for a few reasons. We're not doctors. We don't know what your ideal weight would be. This really is the sort of thing your doctor should be helping you with.

Talk to your doctor about your concerns. Find out what you should weigh based on your age, build and height. For some 13 year olds, 92 pounds might be just right, but for others it might be more like 130 lbs. If you're going to lose weight, you need to make sure that you're doing it in a healthy way, because you can mess up your growth and development if you do anything crazy right now.

There's no way to stop it. Even when you're not actively using your Kindle, it's still using a small amount of battery power to power its screen and maintain its memory and settings.

The fact that you're getting a month out of it unused is actually pretty fantastic! My Kobo only lasts about 2 weeks when I don't use it.

Not being an expert on meth, and also not knowing what your paper requirements are, I can offer a few suggestions.

What I will often do for research papers is work backwards, starting with my supporting arguments and ending with my thesis. I'm not sure what level of schooling this is at (a post-grad research paper is very different from a high school level one), but it's worked for all of my standard reports in the past.

Write out the major points you've found, trying to sort them under common categories. There will likely be a few that stand out as being stronger than the others. Then, take those points and come up with a thesis that ties them together. This way, you're not stuck desperately researching, trying to support a thesis you've already written, and your arguments will be the strongest possible.

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In my last 8 years with Advicenators, I've gone from honours student to failing out of university (and getting back on top again!), from single to married, from tenant to homeowner.

Until lately, I have been struggling with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder and OCD, which had basically ruined my life and taken just about everything from me. I'm thankful every day for every experience I've had because of this ordeal, because it's helped to make me who I am today. Things like that really make you appreciate what you do have. Now that I'm back in work and school and starting to become myself again, I couldn't be happier. I credit Advicenators with saving my life back when I was a teenager, which is a big part of why I'm still here.

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