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Contraceptive Foam Information

It’s bad enough when your favorite brand of ice cream goes off the market. It’s even worse if that happens with something as personal as your birth control device. Many women’s chosen birth control method is contraceptive foam. Back in 1995, a marketing decision took its toll on women who used the Today Sponge, an over-the-counter birth control product, used by women since 1983. The Today Sponge went off the market for four years, and legend had it, according to CNN, that women who used the sponge started hoarding them when the devices became scarce and would only use one if it was really going to be worth it.

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Cool Gifts for Teens

Finding a cool gift for a teen challenges even expert gift-givers. To avoid having the gift thrown into a pile of items that are never used, take into consideration the personality, style and interests of the recipient before making any purchases. Many common teen gift ideas offer ways to customize the item for a personalized gift-giving experience.

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How to Conserve Energy

Anyone can learn to conserve energy. If you already take action to preserve our resources, review this list for other “green” strategies to incorporate into your life. Try a couple of ideas first, then expand to others. If you need motivation, research your personal carbon footprint and think of ways to reduce it.

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How to Spot a Player When Dating

If you’re looking for a long-term, meaningful relationship, don’t date a player. Players offer short-lived thrills with no substance. They come on strong, get what they want and leave with little notice. Players view dating as some kind of sport, where the goal is to woo as many people as possible. Most players share some of the same characteristics and can be weeded out of your dating pool if you pay attention to a few telltale red flags.