Author Archives: Amanda

20 Books that you should read while you are pregnant

Hi there! Is becoming a mom an easy job? Well, right from conceiving to delivery and after that, you are on your toes! Not just you, your partner too! We do not neglect the efforts your partner makes. But, who bears the child knows better. Your mind never stops popping doubt in such times, especially […]

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Overcoming the Fear of Becoming a Mother: Embracing the Journey of Pregnancy
fear becoming a mother

Introduction: Becoming a mother is an extraordinary and life-changing experience. While it is filled with joy and anticipation, it is natural for women to have fears and concerns as they ... READ MORE

Pfizer Starts COVID Vaccine Trials In Pregnant Women
COVID Vaccine Trials In Pregnant Women

Pfizer and its partner BioNTech have launched clinical trials to study the safety and effectiveness of its coronavirus vaccine on pregnant women. In a news release, Pfizer said “the first participants ... READ MORE

Symptoms of Pregnancy: What Happens First
Early signs of pregnancy

Introduction Becoming aware of the early signs and symptoms of pregnancy is crucial for women planning to conceive or those who suspect they may be pregnant. While every woman's experience ... READ MORE

Is taking a massage during pregnancy safe?
Massage during Pregnancy

Anyone who has had a professional massage understands that it makes both the body and the mind feel better — and prenatal massage is no exception, especially when extra weight ... READ MORE

10 Simple Ways to Set a Good Example for Your Children

good example for your child

Children look up to their parents and follow everything that their parents do which makes parents concerned about their behavior. Being a parent is a responsibility that will determine your child’s nature while growing up. According to some researches, good parenting involves a great deal of consistency and routine. It also involves parents supporting their […]

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Sucking Thumbs- 5 Ways To Deal With This Habit
SUCKING THUMBS

It has been up for debate whether thumb sucking causes teeth misalignment or not. While some dentists say that thumb sucking beyond the age of four can damage the alignment of baby teeth. ... READ MORE

Sexual health education- is it still a taboo?
sex education kids

Children while growing up need to develop knowledge about sexuality and reproductive health not only because it is important as a part of education but also because it will help ... READ MORE

How to handle Stuttering In Your Toddler.
toddlers playing with mother

Introduction: Stuttering is a common speech disorder that can affect toddlers as they develop their language skills. As a parent, it's natural to be concerned when you notice your child ... READ MORE

Normal Growth and Developmental Monitoring and Screening of Toddlers: A Comprehensive Guide
monitoring and screening toddlers

Introduction Monitoring and screening the growth and development of toddlers is crucial to ensuring their overall well-being and detecting potential developmental delays early on. Parents and caregivers play a vital role ... READ MORE

How to calculate your fertile days, when you’re trying to conceive?

calculate your fertile days

It is common knowledge that women cannot get pregnant throughout the month but only on specific days that support fertilization and conception. The average menstrual cycle for a woman lasts for 26-36 days and the ‘fertile window’, or the days on which the chances of getting pregnant are the highest, varies according to the length […]

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Having a baby At Age 40 And After 40 – Everything You Need to Know.
Pregnancy at 40

A lot of people nowadays prefer having kids later in their lives. Pregnancy rates among women in their 40s are rising, having more than doubled since 1990. They wish to ... READ MORE

Birth control methods: Facts every couple should know
Birth control methods

It is also referred to as contraception or anticonception As simple as its name is, birth control prevents pregnancy. It is also referred to as contraception or anticonception. Several birth ... READ MORE

How fertilization happens & when does it take place?
fertilization

If you are trying to get pregnant and are curious to know what your body goes through for getting pregnant or what is the process of fertilization then you have ... READ MORE

What diet should you follow if you want to get pregnant?
What diet should you follow if you want to get pregnant

It's great to hear that you are planning to conceive. Paying attention to the nutrition of your baby's development in the womb is the decision taken by very few of ... READ MORE

Homemade Christmas Cake

Christmas Fruitcake

The countdown has begun for Christmas and we all know that it is the time of the year when we all stuff our faces with cakes and cookies! The holiday season is all about having a good time with our loved ones and of course, relishing all the different types of desserts but, when it […]

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Juicy delicious meat cutlets recipe
Juicy food recipe drdad

Meat cutlets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of meats such as mutton or chicken. Here's a recipe for juicy and delicious meat ... READ MORE

COOKING WITHOUT FIRE – BISCUIT CAKE
Biscuit Cake

Does your little one get all excited about cooking? It is quite understandable for you to be apprehensive about letting your child near the stovetop, but don’t deprive them of the ... READ MORE

Malpua Recipe For This Holi
Malpua Recipe

Malpua is a traditional North Indian sweet of sugar syrup coated pancakes made with all-purpose flour, curd (yogurt), spices, khoya (dried milk solids) and topped with nuts. Malpua recipe is ... READ MORE

Bhindi Masala
Bhindi Masala

This is a delicious bhindi masala recipe that I often make and is a Punjabi recipe of a semi-dry spiced okra curry – best savored with some soft phulka or ... READ MORE

Disrespectful child behaviour: how to deal with it

child behaviour

The possible reasons behind your child’s misbehavior It is no surprise to observe backlashes, disrespect, mocking, aggression or unsuitable behaviour from children at some point in life, especially adolescence. At times, it becomes alarming, especially when you see such behaviour for the first time, or when it comes at a point when it is least […]

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The perils of ‘sharenting’: The parents who share too much
The Perils of Sharenting

Becoming a parent is considered to be one of the most exciting times in a person’s life.  You often embark on this new adventure with great hopes and expectations about ... READ MORE

Happy Holi 2024: 10 Essential Safety Rules For Children To Celebrate This Festival With Boundless Fun
Happy Holi 2024

Introduction Holi, the festival of colors, is a time of joyous celebration marked by vibrant hues, joyous gatherings, and exuberant spirit. As we gear up to celebrate Happy Holi 2024, ... READ MORE

Govt issues new guidelines for home isolation of mild, asymptomatic COVID-19 cases
covid 19 home isolation

The Centre clarified that asymptomatic cases are those that are confirmed so by the laboratories but are not experiencing any symptoms and have oxygen saturation at room air of more ... READ MORE

Is there a thing such as fetal hiccup
fetal hiccup

Is there a thing such as fetal hiccup? During pregnancy, there is a lot of fetal activities. And sometimes, you might feel that your fetus or your baby is having ... READ MORE

Is it possible to have a false-positive pregnancy test?

false-positive pregnancy test

A pregnancy test is affordable and lets you know whether you are pregnant or not in a matter of minutes. Other than very rare cases, the results are mostly accurate. Let’s know more about pregnancy test results and what they mean. How does a pregnancy test kit work? Pregnancy test kits are designed keeping in […]

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Can I Give My Child Paracetamol?
Paracetamol for Children

Children suffer from headaches or fever occasionally. Paracetamol is a very popular painkiller / antipyretic, used worldwide to get instant relief from internal or external pain. This drug is available ... READ MORE

Why is My Child Urinating So Frequently?
urination children

Frequent urination is not uncommon in children aged 5 and above. Constantly visiting the loo or bedwetting can be disruptive not only for the parents but also for the child. ... READ MORE

The 10 Basic Principles of Good Parenting
10 basic principles of good parenting

It doesn't matter if you have been a new parent or a parent for ten years now. Then it would be best to refresh the parenting principles you believe in. ... READ MORE

Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy
Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy

Tips for a healthy pregnancy are important because they can help to ensure the best possible outcome for both mother and baby. Pregnancy is a crucial time for the development ... READ MORE

9 things that happen to every parent in the first year

Parenting Tips for new parent

The first year with your newborn is a bag full of emotions – love, smiles, cries, fear, uncertainties to name a few! There is no guide, no book, no expert who can fully prepare you for what’s to come. In fact, many second-time parents also share that their experience the second time around was totally […]

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10 Things You Shouldn’t Expect From Your Two-Year-Old
tow year kids expectation

Introduction: As a parent, it's important to set realistic expectations for your child's development. While every child is unique and grows at their own pace, it's crucial to understand the ... READ MORE

Unveiling the Secrets: The Science Behind Baby Bath Formulas’ pH Balance and Hypoallergenic Properties
baby bath

Introduction: In the journey of caring for our little ones, selecting the right baby bath formula becomes a crucial decision. The science behind these formulations goes beyond mere marketing claims. ... READ MORE

Food to eat during breastfeeding
Food for breastfeeding

Yes, it is a myth that a mother’s diet affects breastmilk. Once food, drink, or medication is consumed, the digestive tract breaks it down, and molecule-sized components of the material ... READ MORE

10 Principles That Every Good Parent Should Follow
10 Principles That Every Good Parent Should Follow

Parenting is indeed a very important task. As a parent, you are the ideal for your kids, so it is highly important that you exhibit good parenting principles that will ... READ MORE

Parents, you need to avoid these negative punishment examples

negative punishment

The term punishment is used by behavioural scientists to describe the actions, which decrease the chances of a specific behaviour being repeated. From a parenting perspective, a negative punishment entails taking away something that your kids enjoy, which discontinues them from showing bad behaviour/habit. But is it okay for parents to use negative punishment? Are […]

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15 simple winter tips for children
winter tips for children

Children are often exposed to various infections and diseases that quickly affect them and make them sick. Their immune systems are in a developing stage that helps them fight diseases, ... READ MORE

Dinner Time Arguments With Children- 7 Ways To Avoid Them.
Dinner Time Arguments With Children

Dinnertime is the time to sit with your family and unwind after a long day, but oftentimes it ends in a frustrating clash of parents and children and ruining everyone’s ... READ MORE

Fatherhood: 9 Proven Ways Dads Play a Vital Role in Raising Successful Kids
raising successful kids, fatherhood

Fatherhood is a powerful journey filled with love, responsibility, and personal growth. In today’s fast-paced world, great dads continue to play a pivotal role in their children’s lives. From emotional ... READ MORE

20 famous poems for kids to recite

Poetry offers up a wealth of benefits for kids. It fosters a love for language, thereby building literacy. It helps kids understand themselves and others, allowing them to cultivate valuable ... READ MORE

Tomato Omelette Recipe

Tomato Omelette

This Tomato omelette is a vegetarian and vegan recipe of a delicious omelette that is made without eggs. A light, crispy and protein-rich Indian veg omelette made with gram flour (besan) or chickpea flour, tomatoes, onions, herbs and spices. Make this hearty and wholesome plant-based omelette recipe that comes together under 30 minutes for your […]

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Sabudana Khichdi – Sunday Recipe
Sabudana Khichdi

Sabudana Khichdi – a pilaf/pulao made with sago pearls! This vegan and gluten-free dish are extremely popular in India during the fasting season. However, if you ask me, you don’t ... READ MORE

Lemon Coriander Soup
Lemon Soup

These are trying times and we need to take precautions and stay at home. We also need to eat food that is healthy, nutritious, and good for the immune system. ... READ MORE

Herbed Quinoa Garden Veggie Salad
Quinoa Veggie Salad

The beauty about this salad is that you can toss up the quinoa and veggies with the dressing ahead of time, so it gets all extra flavorful and wonderful, but ... READ MORE

Rava Kesari Recipe
Rava Kesari Recipe

Rava Kesari or Yellow Sooji Halwa is a dish associated with various festivals.  It is an incredible sweet dish that can be easily made at home. Though, it's a dish ... READ MORE

10 steps to ensure a healthy pregnancy

healthy pregnancy

The nine months pregnancy journey is no less than a roller coaster ride. From the backache, nausea to the joy of becoming a mother, the journey of pregnancy can be overwhelming. Here are 10 simple steps that can help you have a healthy pregnancy and thus a healthy baby. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables Add a […]

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When to start the prenatal vitamins and why?
prenatal vitamins

Prenatal vitamins are vitamins and minerals that you require on a daily basis before and during your pregnancy. Along with a healthy diet, prenatal vitamins are also crucial as it ... READ MORE

Pregnancy Precautions and Guidelines: Expert Advice from an Experienced Gynecologist
expert tips for kids

Introduction: As a seasoned gynecologist with 35 years of experience, I understand the excitement and concerns that come with pregnancy. It's natural for expectant mothers to wonder about any restrictions, ... READ MORE

Probiotics During Pregnancy: Safety, How They Work & Benefits
probiotics during pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time of great excitement and anticipation, but it can also be a time of anxiety and uncertainty, particularly when it comes to what you should and shouldn't ... READ MORE

Health Ministry issues guidelines for administering COVID-19 vaccines to pregnant women
Pregnancy and Covid Vaccine

The Union Ministry has advised all pregnant women to register themselves on the Co-WIN portal or get themselves registered on-site at the COVID-19 vaccination centre. Fresh guidelines for administering the ... READ MORE

Hot Or Cold Milk: Which One Is Nutritious And Healthful?

​Benefits of hot or cold milk

Milk is considered a complete meal because it packs not only major nutrients such as protein, calcium, vitamin D, and potassium but also several micro-nutrients like calcium, magnesium, zinc, riboflavin, and vitamins which are essential for our body. Unless you are lactose intolerant, one should include milk every day in their diet to reap all […]

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Covaxin Shot Recommended For Children In India
Covaxin for kids

Covaxin is the first whole-cell inactivated vaccine approved for use and the first in the world for children as small as two years. An expert panel on Tuesday recommended Covaxin ... READ MORE

5 parenting tactics that will come handy in 2022. Hybrid learning model
Hybrid learning model

Children between the age of 2 and 7 years are fast learners, Here are 5 parenting tactics that will come in handy in 2022 as the hybrid learning model will ... READ MORE

Emma Stone pregnant, expecting first child with husband Dave McCary
Emma Stone pregnant

American actor Emma Stone and Dave McCary are expecting their first child. According to Page Six, the Oscar-winning actor was spotted cradling her baby bump in new photos obtained by ... READ MORE

Vaccination drive: India’s one million shots in 6 days is world’s fastest rollout
Covid Vaccination Program India

NEW DELHI: The six days that it took India to administer more than one million doses of vaccines against Covid-19 makes it the fastest rollout of a million vaccine shots ... READ MORE

Bronchiolitis in young children and infants.

Bronchiolitis in children

Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in young children and infants. It causes inflammation and congestion in the small airways (bronchioles) of the lung. Bronchiolitis is almost always caused by a virus. Typically, the peak time for bronchiolitis is during the winter months. Bronchiolitis starts out with symptoms similar to those of a common cold, […]

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Why Vitamin D is important for kids?
Vitamin D for children

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that is important for a number of reasons, especially in children. Some of the main functions of vitamin D include: Building strong bones: Vitamin ... READ MORE

Study shows language is language to baby brains, signed or spoken
Baby language

Parents of deaf babies are often told to give them cochlear implant surgery to prevent cognitive delays. A new study has shown that it's the early exposure to language, not ... READ MORE

How is phone a threat to your child’s memory
side effects of mobile phone on child

Do you realise that your child's memory is harmed by phone? Teens who spend a lot of time on their phones may be hindering their memory and other skills. Perhaps ... READ MORE

10 amazing facts about fever and five things to be cautious about.
fever and cautions

The normal body temperature varies from person to person. On average, the normal body temperature ranges between 36.5-37.5°C. Any increase in temperature above the normal range can be a sign ... READ MORE

Male Menopause. Is it for real?

Male Menopause

Women are definitely not the only one who undergo through the results of altering hormones. Some medical practitioners notice that men are reporting some of the equal signs that females trip in perimenopause and menopause. “Male menopause” is also termed andropause. It basically denoted the age related changes in the hormone levels in men. it […]

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10 items to boost fertility for men
Health Man

Did you know that most couples face fertility issues while planning for a baby? The problem can be present on either side, both the woman and the man. So, don't ... READ MORE

Why are men reluctant to talk about infertility to their doctors? Why does it impact their mental health?
men infertility

Infertility is mainly a disease of the reproductive system and it can occur in both men and women. Infertility in males lowers the chances of getting pregnant with their female ... READ MORE

What is infertility? IS IVF the first step? Is there a thing as male infertility? What about it? What is IUI?
IVF Male Female Kid

Infertility is the lack of pregnancy after a year of unprotected sex. This is widely considered to be a female issue. Whereas on the contrary, males and females are equally ... READ MORE

These zodiac are the toughest during their teenage years

Teenagers zodiac sign

Teenage years are an extremely turbulent phase in a child’s life. The leap from childhood to adulthood is a big one and so the transformative years can be very challenging. While some kids have their parents to watch over them, others find a way to deal with their problems on their own. Some are privileged, […]

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Making the Switch: A Guide to Transitioning from Baths to Showers
Baths to Showers

Introduction: Are you contemplating the switch from baths to showers but unsure when and how to make the transition? In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the benefits of showering, when ... READ MORE

Nurturing Teenagers: The Vital Role of Schools and Parents in Reproductive Health Education
Nurturing Teenagers

In today's dynamic world, comprehensive reproductive health education for teenagers is more crucial than ever. Adolescents are navigating a multitude of challenges, including physical, emotional, and social changes, making it ... READ MORE

Support Your Teen’s Interests and Passions Nurturing Growth and Happiness
teen passion and happiness

Introduction As parents, we play a crucial role in nurturing our teens' interests and passions. Supporting their endeavors not only helps them develop valuable skills but also contributes to their ... READ MORE

Immunity boosting food for your children
Immunity Children

Find all the details you need to know about the Immunity boosting food for your children! Are you worried that your child is often falling sick? Is she feeling weak ... READ MORE

Eat Almonds In Winters For Increased Brain Capacity and Strong Bones: Benefits Of Almond

Benefits Of Almond

Eating almonds in winter keeps the body warm and strengthens immunity. The glycemic load of almonds is zero that strengthens the digestive system. Almonds are known to be very beneficial for the body. They help in children’s mental development and boost their memory. Eating almonds in winter keeps the body warm and strengthens immunity. The […]

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10 Reasons You Should Cook With Your Kids
cooking with kids

Teaching your children good habits and focusing on the importance of child nutrition from a young age is extremely important for their physical as well as mental growth. Incorporating good ... READ MORE

Easy Veggie Gnocchi Recipe
Veggie Gnocchi Recipe

A healthy and delicious meal you can have on the table in just 20 minutes, thanks to storebought whole wheat gnocchi! Try this easy dinner that’s cooked in an easy ... READ MORE

Vegetables: encouraging kids to eat veggies
Eating Veggie with kids

Being a parent can be a tough job at times. It is a job that requires your attention 24x7 and dedication. If you are wondering why vegetables are important, then ... READ MORE

What are the health benefits of vitamin D?
Vitamin D benefits and deficiency

Vitamin D is the essential source for building strong bones and preventing rickets disease, which causes the softening of the bones. This vitamin has a pivotal role in the development ... READ MORE