No Water, no life. No blue, no green” – Sylvia Earle Water is rightly called the elixir of life; you can live without many things but not without water! Water is also a basic human right, and it is the responsibility of every country’s governing power to ensure that all its citizens have access to…Read More
Jaggery for Babies – Yes or No?
Ever since I wrote the post about why salt and sugar isn’t recommended for babies under one, many readers have asked me whether they can give their babies jaggery instead. It took around 3 months of research and discussions with several paediatricians and nutritionists to arrive at a conclusion. The final outcome was that well, nobody…Read More
Standard Height and Weight Chart for Babies that every worried parent should know
A common cause of worry for most Indian Moms is regarding the weight of their children and whether their baby is following the standard height and weight chart for babies .Some Moms think that the baby’s weight is a reflection of the Mom’s way of raising the child and think a chubby baby is a…Read More
9 Tips to Protect Babies from Rainy Season Diseases
It’s raining pretty much everywhere in India, with torrential showers in some parts of the country! The humidity, mosquitoes and countless infections in the air make it a tough time for little babies and toddlers and this obviously meals more trouble for Moms too! But the rains needn’t be a time of strife for the entire…Read More
Top 10 Natural Home Remedies for Teething Babies
Many new mothers dread teething. They’ve heard so much about teething woes – tender swollen gums, lots of drool – that can change the happiest kid on the planet into a cranky, irritable and grumpy little monster! The discomfort is because of baby teeth cutting the gums as they erupt. Parenting has its unpleasant parts, and…Read More
Postpartum Depression- A Must Read for New Moms
Postpartum depression, or PPD, is gaining more awareness these days as a serious condition that requires medical help. PPD is not the same as postpartum blues; postpartum blues in severe cases may lead to Postpartum Depression—a serious, serious illness! My dear baby, I love you, I know, The love began 9 months ago.. How I waited,…Read More
Why you should skip the Antibiotics this Monsoon
In India, the monsoons are welcomed with open arms, and people look forward to the respite from the heat. But unfortunately, the monsoons also bring along several illnesses, which don’t spare our little ones either! The sight of our ill young ones usually leaves us reaching out for the available medicine or the doctor’s number,…Read More
7 Causes For Loss Of Appetite in Babies and Ways to Avoid it
There’s no happier moment for parents than holding their angel in their arms for the first time. There’s also nothing scarier for them than noticing their infant’s appetite dwindle. Parents around the world try all they can to ensure that their child gets the best in terms of amenities, education, and nutrition, so he grows…Read More
How do I know if my Baby has a Food Allergy
When your baby starts solids, one of the chief concerns on your mind is likely to be: ‘Does my baby have a food allergy?’. Considering that more than one third of parents share the same suspicion, you are not alone! Food allergies mainly depend upon the child’s family history and your place of residence. For…Read More
How to get rid of white spots on the face-5 Most Effective Solutions
One afternoon, my neighbor came running to me, terrified. Her 4 year old daughter had a whitish discoloration over her cheeks and somebody had told her it could be Leucoderma or Vitiligo. She immediately wanted to know how to get rid of white spots on the face. After examining the child I assured her that…Read More
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