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Make a Rice Sock

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A rice sock can be used to help relieve the aches and pains of pregnancy, ease the tension of a headache or a sore muscle, and even help with baby after birth.

Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 15 minutes
Here's How:
  1. Gather your supplies.
  2. Cut or tear a small corner of your bag of rice off.
  3. Pour rice into open tube sock. Use between 1.5 and 2 lbs. More for a firmer rice sock, less for a less firm sock.
  4. Tie the end of the sock to prevent rice from spilling out.
  5. Heat in your microwave for 2-3 minutes, depending on your microwave.
  6. Use to relieve pain or aid in relaxation.
Tips:
  1. Do not use minute rice.
  2. A gray tube sock will not show dirt as quickly.
  3. Some people enjoy using lavendar or other aromas in their socks. Simply add some prior to sealing the sock.
  4. You can also stick the sock closed for a fancier sock.
  5. Buck wheat, corn and other grains can also be used instead of rice.
What You Need:
  • Tube Sock
  • 1.5 - 2 lbs plain rice
  • Herbs (optional)
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