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By Jenna Birch


nervous man paying bills From friends' secrets to details on workplace drama, you may feel like your husband tells you everything, but there's at least one topic he probably doesn't broach with you: his fears. "As problem solvers, men look for the fastest, most effective way to work through an issue, and many think the best approach is to do it alone," says relationship expert Charles J. Orlando, author of The Problem with Women... is Men. Here, experts explain what fears men keep quiet about and how to get your husband to open up.

1. "I don't make enough money."
"Men have so much ego attached to being a good provider," says licensed clinical psychologist Adam Sheck, PhD, author of 101 Ways to Bring Back the Passion. So if your husband feels his monetary value doesn't measure up, he may not discuss his bruised psyche with you.
Related: Break your bad money habits.


*Samantha of Houston, TX, had a feeling money was holding back her husband from taking a new job he wanted.

By Vanessa Boer


throw pillow on a chair Materials

• Printer

• Paper (8½" × 11")

• Scissors

• Straight pins

• Felt

• Pencil

• Pillow cover

• Iron (optional)

• Fusible interfacing (optional)

• Embroidery or large-eye yarn needle

• Embroidery thread or yarn

• Pillow insert

Photo credit: Lisa Hubbard; Prop styling: Cindy Diprima

Directions

1. Print the squirrel, leaf or bunny template from WomansDay.com/pillowcraft onto the paper; cut it out.
Related: Check out 9 bad habits that are actually good for you.

2. Pin the template to the felt and trace around the edges with the pencil. Remove the template and cut the shape out of the felt.

3. For delicate fabrics: Cut interfacing to pillow dimensions and iron it onto the inside front of the pillow cover.

4. Pin the felt silhouette to the outside of the pillow cover.

5. Starting from the back, use embroidery thread or yarn to stitch the silhouette to the pillow with a running

By Woman's Day Staff

woman smiling outside

From doing house chores to shining at work, knowing how to save time does wonders for your stress levels-and can even save you money. Find out the best ways to get more out of your day while enjoying life-from morning to night-with these great tips from Woman's Day's past 75 years. Photo credit: Thinkstock

1 | Start the day right. When the alarm goes off, take a moment before you jump out of bed to close your eyes and picture yourself calmly going through your day. February 2006 Photo credit: iStock
Related: Boost your mood with 7 quick moves.

2 | Skip washing your hair if you did it yesterday. You don't actually need to wash it every day. August 1961

3 | Plan out more than your clothes the night before. Decide on shoes and jewelry, too. February 2006

4 | Rise and shine a half-hour earlier than the rest of the family. You'll feel less frazzled. October 1982

5 | Limit yourself to

By Rachel Swalin


bulldog with a veterinarianSaying goodbye to a furry friend is never easy. After years of caring for an animal, pets become as precious as family, making the loss all the more heartbreaking. And during the trying ordeal, pet owners face difficult decisions, from how to care for a pet near death to what to do with the remains. Here's how to make those decisions more confidently and clearly, allowing a peaceful passing for your beloved family member.

1. You should consider end-of-life options while your pet's still young.
Having a plan in place before a pet passes can ease the stress that comes with tough end-of-life questions. "It's hard to make decisions when you're grieving, and you don't want to make them in a flash," says Barbara Hodges, DVM, MBA, a veterinary consultant at the Humane Society Veterinary Association. Dr. Hodges recommends thinking about whether you'd put your pet to sleep if he's suffering and how to handle the remains when he dies throughout the lifespan of the

By Woman's Day Staff

With the amount of beauty products available on the market, shopping for anything from mascara to manicure sets can involve some serious decision making. It seems like every product claims to go on flawlessly, last longer and give you salon-quality results at home, but do these innovations really work? Woman's Day editors put them to the test and picked the most effective ones at the best price.

Unlike other long-wear formulas that can feel clumpy, NYC New York Color City Proof 8HR Lip Gloss ($3.49, at drugstores) "went on smoothly" and never had to be reapplied.

The "vibrancy" and stain-like finish of Maybelline

By Nancy Rones

group meal

Inviting over a group of guests always sounds like fun. But if you're like many a hostess, the to-dos and "what-ifs" ("What if I don't make enough?" "What if someone doesn't eat meat?") of feeding a hungry bunch can send even a calm cook into panic mode. "Stress levels naturally run a bit higher when you're having a party," says Dawn Simmons, a cooking instructor in Dallas and author of Cooking For Crowds For Dummies. "Planning is the key to alleviating a lot of anxiety, and if you have a great time, your guests will, too." Here, how to serve with success.

Sifting through your pile of "recipes I must try one day" for something that will wow? Unless you have a backup entrée (and why put that extra stress on yourself?), rely instead on meals you can (almost) cook with your eyes closed. Experimenting with new dishes or complicated recipes ups the chances for problems, says Simmons; you should always test-run

By Abigail Cuffey


medicine bottleFraudulent websites selling counterfeit drugs are popping up daily as more Americans are buying their medications exclusively online. "Fake drugs can be ineffective and contain ingredients with dangerous side effects," says Margaret Hamburg, MD, commissioner of the FDA. To avoid a scam, make sure the pharmacy website you buy from has the following four features.

The VIPPS (Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites) seal. This indicates that the website has been approved by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) and meets state and federal rules. When you click on the seal, you should be taken to the NABP website. If you're not, it could be fraudulent.
Related: Try 8 home remedies that actually work.

Contact information for the website and a pharmacist available to answer questions. You should be able to talk to the site's manager and ask a pharmacist about your medications-either on the phone or via online chat.

A doctor's

By Chanel Parks

school supplies

Whether you're loving or loathing that the kids are heading back to school, stocking up on what they need for fall doesn't have to be so tough-or expensive. Check out our list of picks under $15 that may just send your child to the head of the class. Photo credit: BIC, Walmart, GUM Dental, Staples, Target

Remember using an eraser only to have it slide out of your hand? This no-slip version has a sturdy grip, so your child can easily make his mistakes disappear. The erasers come in neon colors and are small enough to fit in a pencil pouch. BIC Eraser, $1.99 for a 4-pack; at Walmart stores. Photo credit: BIC
Related: Discover 15 inexpensive home decorating tips.

Have your tape and eat it too-well, not quite. But this creative tape dispenser spruces up any student's workspace, and it's as practical as it is pretty. You just may need to remind your curious pupil that the dispenser's only plastic…even