Author Archives: Amanda

Baby, New Born & Infants, Pregnancy

10 creative pregnancy and newborn photo ideas

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Sleeping Doll

Expecting a bundle of joy this year? Let’s whip out the camera and make some memories! Did you know that around 360,000 babies are born every day? That rounds out to about 130 million births per year! Capturing the beautiful moments of your newborn baby’s life is crucial. Scheduling a photo shoot is the best way […]

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I’m pregnant… should I get the Covid-19 vaccine?
Covid Pregnancy

(CNN)There's enough to worry about during pregnancy, even without a pandemic. As the vaccine rollout continues, there's still concern over its impact on pregnancy. Covid-19 has added an entirely new ... READ MORE

How to Make Friends as a New Parent
Friends as a New Parent

Becoming a new parent can be an incredibly rewarding and exciting experience, but it can also be a lonely and isolating time. You may find that your old social circles ... 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

Swaddling Your Baby: Exploring the Benefits and Safe Techniques
swaddling your baby

Introduction: Swaddling is an age-old practice that involves wrapping your newborn snugly in a blanket. This gentle technique mimics the cozy environment of the womb and offers a sense of ... READ MORE

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This Emotional Video of a Fourth Grader is Going Viral “Finding Out That She’s Going Back to School”

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School Kids

For last year, the fourth-grader from SoCal hadn’t been in the classroom. Last year, since March, the world came to a screeching halt. All the children of all ages had stopped going to school and education changed from physical presence in the classroom to an online system. We are still knowing that this year would be […]

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Ellie Goulding Announces First Pregnancy On Instagram, Fans Call It ‘brilliant News’
Ellie Goulding

Ellie Goulding took to her Instagram handle earlier and revealed that she is pregnant with her first child. Here is how her fans and followers reacted to it. English singer-songwriter ... 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

The harmful effects of salt on old age.
harmful effects of salt

Salt, or sodium chloride, is an essential nutrient that our bodies need to function properly. However, excessive salt intake can be harmful to older adults. Here, we will explore the ... READ MORE

World, meet Jai & Gia! Preity Zinta welcomes twins with husband Gene Goodenough through surrogacy
Preity Zinta and goodenough

Preity Zinta and her husband Gene Goodenough welcomed twins Jai and Jia via surrogacy.  The actress announced the news on her Instagram profile on Thursday. Bollywood stars wished the new ... READ MORE

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Toddler, Trending

Children learn more effectively from storytelling than demonstrative activities, study reveals

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Kids reading story with mom

A new study has revealed that children learn more effectively about evolution when they are engaged through stories that are read through a teacher, rather than them going through doing tasks to demonstrate the same concept. In a randomized controlled trial conducted at the Milner Centre for Evolution at the University of Bath, the researchers […]

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Autism In A Three-Year-Old: Signs, Diagnosis, And Management
autism in a three-year-old

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. It can be diagnosed in children as young as 2 years old. Early diagnosis and ... READ MORE

Bird Flu: Symptoms, Causes, and Risk Factors – Dr Dad
Bird Flu: Symptoms, Causes, and Risk Factors - Dr Dad

Bird Flu: Symptoms, Causes, and Risk Factors - Dr Dad What is bird flu? Bird flu also called avian influenza, is a viral infection that can infect not only birds ... 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

Nurturing Your Toddler’s Social and Emotional Development
toddlers social development

Introduction: As an experienced doctor with 36 years of practice, I understand the crucial role social and emotional development plays in shaping a child's overall well-being. Toddlers, in particular, are ... READ MORE

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Baby, Breastfeeding, New Born & Infants

Breastfeeding FAQs

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Breastfeeding mother to new born kid

Entering into the world of parenthood isn’t easy for most couples. Be it feeding, diapering, bathing, or comforting a baby, everything seems to be a blur. When it comes to the most essential part of parenting, that is, feeding; no matter how you decide to feed your baby, it just doesn’t come naturally and involves […]

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When Parents Fail, What Happens?
parenting tips baby with dad

Parenting is a challenging and demanding task, and it is not uncommon for parents to make mistakes. While most parents try to do their best, there are times when they ... READ MORE

Nutrition for kids: Guidelines for a healthy diet
Nutrition for kids

When it comes to childhood growth,  the consideration of each nutrient and the role it plays in the diet is essential. If you are aware of the requirements and in ... READ MORE

The Importance of Vitamin D Supplements for Children: Insights from a Pediatrician with 15 Years of Experience
Vitamin D Supplements

As a seasoned pediatrician with over 15 years of experience, I have witnessed the critical role that proper nutrition plays in the growth and development of children. Among the essential ... READ MORE

Parenting 101: Expert Tips to Soothe Your Baby and Manage Common Discomforts like Colic or Reflux
Parenting 101: Expert Tips to Soothe Your Baby and Manage Common Discomforts like Colic or Reflux

Introduction: As an experienced physician with 25 years of practice, I understand the challenges parents face when trying to soothe their babies and manage common discomforts such as colic or ... READ MORE

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Healthy Recipe

Idli Recipe | How To Make Idli Batter

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idli and sambar

Idli is a soft, pillowy steamed savory cake made from rice and lentil batter. The lentils used in making idli are urad dal (black gram). Idli is a traditional breakfast made in every South Indian household including mine. Idli is popular not only in the whole of India but outside India too. Idli is naturally […]

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Wholesome and Delicious: 3 Kid-Friendly Recipes Packed with Vitamin D
Vitamin D

Introduction In today's fast-paced world, ensuring children receive essential nutrients like Vitamin D is paramount for their growth and development. These three kid-friendly recipes not only provide a delicious culinary ... READ MORE

Besan Ladoo Recipe
Besan Ladoo

Besan Ladoo or Besan Ke Laddu is a popular Indian sweet made from gram flour, powdered sugar, and clarified butter (ghee). Make this decadent sweet with my easy fail-proof besan ... READ MORE

Poha Dosa | Atukula Dosa
Poha Dosa

Poha dosa is amazingly soft, spongy, porous crepes or pancakes made with flattened rice, idli rice, curd and urad dal batter. Poha is flattened rice and dosa are crepes. Poha ... READ MORE

Aam Panna Recipe For Summer
Mango Aam Panna

It is a refreshing summer cooler popular in northern and western parts of India. This recipe post shares the method of making aam panna concentrate as well as making aam ... READ MORE

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Healthy Recipe

Besan Ladoo Recipe

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Besan Ladoo

Besan Ladoo or Besan Ke Laddu is a popular Indian sweet made from gram flour, powdered sugar, and clarified butter (ghee). Make this decadent sweet with my easy fail-proof besan ladoo recipe. Besan Ladoo is round sweet balls made by roasting gram flour and ghee together and then adding sugar to make a thick pasty […]

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5 Cooking Without Fire Recipes For Children
Cooking Time

Involving your child in meal preparation can be a fun experience for you and them. In addition to teaching your child some basic cooking skills, you can use this opportunity ... READ MORE

Ragi dates laddoo recipe to light up your toddler’s Diwali.
Ragi dates laddoo

Toddlers often are fussy eaters, making it a task for parents to feed them with nutritious food. However, try to understand that this is a perfectly normal phase and that they ... READ MORE

Whole Wheat Banana Walnut Cake
Whole Wheat Banana Walnut Cake

Whole-wheat Banana Walnut Cake –A superb tea time cake with the goodness of walnuts and banana to satisfy the sweet cravings. The banana walnut bread combines the goodness of banana and walnuts ... READ MORE

Crispy creamy vegetarian casserole
Crispy creamy vegetarian casserole

Turn your favourite cracker into a crunchy casserole topping with this creamy vegetarian recipe. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 30g butter, chopped 1 leek, trimmed, sliced 3 garlic ... READ MORE

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Pregnancy

WHEN TO STOP WORKING DURING PREGNANCY?

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Pregnancy tips working mom

As your due date approaches, you might be wondering when to stop working and begin your maternity leave. This decision is based on several considerations, the most important of which are your medical, economic, and personal circumstances. Some people like to keep busy at work nearly till their due date, or they have a financial commitment […]

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Why Do Your Ankles Swell Up?
Ankles Swell Up

Women who are well into their pregnancy feel their feet becoming ugly because the ankles and feet get swollen over time. Often it increases with time but there are ways ... READ MORE

Is Having Watery Discharge During Pregnancy Normal?
discharge during pregnancy

Introduction: Pregnancy is a transformative journey filled with numerous changes in a woman's body. One common concern for expectant mothers is the occurrence of vaginal discharge. While most women experience ... READ MORE

Getting Pregnant? Recommended Prenatal Vitamins for a Healthy Pregnancy
Prenatal Vitamins for a Healthy Pregnancy

Introduction: As a seasoned gynecologist with 23 years of experience, I have witnessed countless joyful journeys of women becoming mothers. One crucial aspect of preparing for a healthy pregnancy is ... READ MORE

Overcoming the Fear of Becoming a Mother: Embracing the Journey of Pregnancy
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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

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covid 19, Pregnancy

I’m pregnant… should I get the Covid-19 vaccine?

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Covid Pregnancy

(CNN)There’s enough to worry about during pregnancy, even without a pandemic. As the vaccine rollout continues, there’s still concern over its impact on pregnancy. Covid-19 has added an entirely new layer of health anxiety for anyone expecting a child. That’s why one of the biggest questions on many pregnant women’s minds is if the Covid-19 […]

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40 Funny Pregnancy Quotes
Funny Pregnancy Quotes

Pregnancy is magical and beautiful and truly one of life’s greatest miracles. On the other hand, though, the whole 9 months is actually pretty much one big struggle. So we’re ... READ MORE

Is double masking better? Should we double mask our children? 
Mask

It has been a year now since coronavirus hit the world. Our lifestyle turned literally upside down when the pandemic started; our plans changed; our survival strategies were changed in ... READ MORE

DOES DOUBLE MASKING PROVIDE BETTER PROTECTION AGAINST COVID-19 THAN WEARING ONE MASK?
Double Mask

Wearing a mask has been strongly advised as protection against COVID-19. According to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), wearing masks can reduce the ... READ MORE

10 Amazing Tips To Look Good During Pregnancy
Look Good During Pregnancy

Here are 10 amazing tips to help you look good during pregnancy: Take care of your skin: Make sure to cleanse, moisturize, and protect your skin to help prevent stretch ... READ MORE

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Top 10 Famous Women Entrepreneurs of India

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Women Entrepreneurs in India

In the past couple of decades, the status of women in Indian society has changed drastically. Today, Women have been playing a vital role in the growth of the Indian economy and have made a big impact and got success in almost every sector. Here on the occasion of International Women’s Day,  we have listed […]

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Want to set healthy boundaries with your parents or family? Psychologist suggests simple strategies
Family

Healthy boundaries encourage mutual respect, foster a better understanding and improve communication. However, we still find it difficult to establish them with our parents. A psychologist offers simple suggestions to ... READ MORE

These facts might make your kids knowledge stand apart.
Language

Languages are spoken everywhere. All social animals, be it as small as ant to as large as whales, do communicate, but it's only humans who have developed a full-fledged communication ... READ MORE

Covid-19 crisis: Mapping the coronavirus footprint across states in India
Covid 19 coronavirus

Check the spread of the coronavirus pandemic across states in India in this interactive map Here's a look at the footprint of the coronavirus pandemic across Indian states in terms of the ... READ MORE

What’s the difference between the flu and COVID-19?
Flu Vs Covid

Past two years, we have seen covid 19 disturbing our lives with its different variants such as delta and omicron. Both of these variants have similar as well different symptoms. ... READ MORE

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The Pink Feather – Super short stories to unwind that woman in you

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Womens day stories

You May Like Christmas rocky road slab Treat your family and friends to this delicious Christmas rocky road slab filled with Oreos, marshmallows, and Cherry Ripe. INGREDIENTS 100g white chocolate 100g milk chocolate, chopped 100g mini oreo cookies, … READ MORE Parents, Always Keep These Winter Essentials Handy It’s the month of January, the month of […]

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These facts might make your kids knowledge stand apart.
Language

Languages are spoken everywhere. All social animals, be it as small as ant to as large as whales, do communicate, but it's only humans who have developed a full-fledged communication ... READ MORE

COVID-19 lockdown loneliness leads to depressive symptoms in adults: Study
COVID-19 lockdown loneliness leads to depressive symptoms in adults: Study

Washington [US], January 25 (ANI): The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has meant more time at home for everyone and people have turned to cooking, reading, among other activities to deal with ... READ MORE

Back-to-School Tips for Families: Ensuring a Safe and Successful Year
Back to school

As summer fades into memory and the anticipation of a new school year looms, families across the country gear up for the back-to-school transition. For both parents and children, this ... READ MORE

Keep Your Kids Hydrated This Summer with These Refreshing Foods
Refreshing Foods

As the summer heat intensifies, it becomes increasingly important to ensure that our little ones stay hydrated and healthy. While drinking water is crucial, did you know that there are ... READ MORE

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Brand Stories

This company is doing great innovations with food for children.

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Slurrp Farm ceo

To celebrate International Women’s Day, Dr Dad wants to challenge stereotypes that limit women and girls. We caught up with Shauravi and Meghana, Co-founders of Slurrp. Slurrp Farm was born in October, 2016, to provide healthy, yummy, and natural food for children. You May Like

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Dr Dad

7 ways to make cute indoor gardens with your kids

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Soil, water and lots of green are nature’s best gifts and working with them not only is good for mental health, but also a good boredom buster for kids who have been stuck indoors for a long period of time. Gardening is a very healthy activity and can encourage parent-child bonding, also opens doors to […]

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He’s really shy- 5 ways to solve the problem
Kids

Come on Becky, say hello to uncle Jim’, says mom of a 5-year-old Rebecca, who is hiding behind her legs, trying to avoid uncle Jim who is grinning and trying ... READ MORE

Pregnancy Weight Gain: What’s Healthy and How to Manage It
pregnancy weight gain

Introduction: As an experienced Gynecologist with 40 years of practice, I understand the concerns and questions that arise during pregnancy, particularly regarding weight gain. Maintaining a healthy weight throughout pregnancy is ... READ MORE

Parents and Children Watching Television Together
parents and children watching television together

Television has become an integral part of our daily lives, and many families watch it together. While this can be a bonding experience, it also raises questions about the impact ... READ MORE

Cold season is coming, what can you do?
Baby Boy wearing winter dress watching above

Every year we look around for winters when we get these festive decorations in the streets and markets. The sweet scent of cinnamon and sweets fill up the mind with ... READ MORE

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Dr Dad

He’s really shy- 5 ways to solve the problem

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Kids

Come on Becky, say hello to uncle Jim’, says mom of a 5-year-old Rebecca, who is hiding behind her legs, trying to avoid uncle Jim who is grinning and trying to shake hands with her. How many times have we witnessed similar situations, when young kids are brought to social gatherings and are labeled ‘shy’ […]

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10 moments while changing a diaper
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Parenting is not easy. Every parent has to go through a lot of work every day just for their little chunky monkey. They cry, poop, pee, feed, and they are ... READ MORE

5 Best Baby Lotion and Cream in India

Do you know that a baby’s skin is 8 times more sensitive than an adult’s skin on average? Sensitive skin needs extra care and pampering, which is why using ... READ MORE

10 things you should never do to your children
Parents, child, children

Rebuking your child in public places. Rebuking your child in public places intentionally or unintentionally has been a major mistake done by parents. Always try to be specific and assertive, ... READ MORE

Dealing with Anger in children and Teen. Now a days. Children and teen are short-tempered. What to do in such situations?
anger in kids

Dealing with anger in children and teens can be a challenging task for parents and caregivers. In today's fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety are prevalent, it's not uncommon for ... READ MORE

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Healthy Recipe

Sweet Corn and Capsicum Gravy Recipe

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Sweet Corn and Capsicum Gravy

Sweet Corn and Capsicum Gravy is an easy-to-make main dish recipe. The dish is prepared by using sweet corns and chopped capsicums that are blended together with the mixture of yogurt and soaked cashew, which gives it a smooth yet chewy texture. This sweet corn and capsicum gravy is a unique yet flavorsome combination. It […]

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Whole-wheat Flour Baked Samosa
Samosa recipe for kids

Whole-wheat Flour Baked Samosa- These baked samosas are healthier than the regular ones but not less in taste. A perfect example of "Health Bhi Taste Bhi" Course: Snack Ingredients: For ... READ MORE

Pav Bhaji – Mumbai Street Style Recipe
Pav Bhaji

This Mumbai-style pav bhaji is super delicious to taste and similar to the pav bhaji one gets in Mumbai. Pav bhaji is an iconic dish from Mumbai and hugely popular ... READ MORE

5 Cooking Without Fire Recipes For Children
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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

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Instagram launches new stickers to celebrate International Women’s Day 2021

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International Women Day

Facebook-owned photo-sharing platform is also promoting the stickers and International Women’s Day 2021 with the hashtag #IWD2021. To celebrate International Women’s Day 2021, which will take place on March 8, Instagram has announced that it will be rolling out new stickers illustrated by diverse women around the world. As mentioned by the company, “stickers stand […]

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VACCINE FOR COVID-19 AFFECTED
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In a year, there have been many deaths reported because of the COVID-19 spread. The deaths were more when compared with heart diseases or cancer. To prevent the deaths, scientists ... READ MORE

NEET 2020: Six students from Mumbai’s Govandi slum crack medical entrance exam
NEET 2020 medical entrance

Six students from Mumbai’s infamous Govandi slum have cleared the NEET 2020 medical entrance, setting an example for students across the country. Proving to be an inspiration for students across ... READ MORE

Nearly 2 lakh receive COVID-19 vaccine shots, adverse events reported from Delhi and Rajasthan
Covid vaccine

India on Saturday successfully conducted the first day of the first phase of nationwide COVID-19 vaccine drive, toutued as the world’s largest vaccination drive so far. New Delhi: India on ... READ MORE

How well have you known your baby?
Dr Dad

Babies are a joy and bring a sense of wonder to the world. But they are also full of quirks that many people might not know. You might know the ... READ MORE

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