Category Archives: Big Kid

Once your toddler starts growing up, he will get into the big kid category. They become more independent and rebellious too.

Children want more diverse activities and the problems that parents encounter also change with this age group. My child still wets his bed, shows lots of tantrums, and so on.

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How Much Water Should School-Going Kids Drink During the Summer? Essential Guidelines

water school going kids

Introduction: As the summer heat intensifies, it becomes crucial to ensure that school-going kids stay properly hydrated throughout the day. Water is essential for maintaining their overall health, supporting bodily functions, and preventing dehydration. However, determining the adequate amount of water intake for big kids during the summer can be a challenge. In this article, we […]

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5 ways in which children can release their emotions.
children can release their emotions

Children are quite expressive in their growing years. They get to learn about the world in every activity during these years. From morning yoga to bed-time stories, every action affects ... 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

Cognitive, behavioural problems in children born extremely preterm linked to high daily screen time
Cognitive, behavioural problems in children born extremely preterm linked to high daily screen time

During a recent study, researchers found that among six and seven-year-olds who were born before the 28th week of pregnancy and those who had more than two hours of screen ... READ MORE

10 parenting tips to have relationships with your school-age children
Parenting tips school going child

Parenting a school-going child can be easy, but sometimes it could be challenging. Problems may occur from your end or your child's end. School is probably the first place where ... READ MORE

Tips for Raising Child Who Doesn’t Listen

raising child tips

Raising a child who doesn’t listen can be frustrating and challenging for parents. Whether it’s ignoring instructions, talking back, or disregarding rules, it’s important to address the behavior and work towards a solution. Here are some tips for raising a child who doesn’t listen. Set Clear Expectations One of the most important things parents can do […]

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15 Basic Social Skills for Kids And How To Develop Them
social skills groups for kids

As kids grow up, from the toddler age to the preschool age to the elementary school age, they learn many new things in their journey. They grab a whole lot ... 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

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

Paediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Challenges and Management
Paediatric Inflammatory

Paediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract in children and adolescents. It encompasses two primary subtypes: Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative ... READ MORE

Tips for Raising Child Who Is Easily Distracted

Raising child tips

Raising a child who is easily distracted can be challenging. Children who have difficulty staying focused can struggle in school, have trouble following instructions, and may have a harder time completing tasks. However, with some strategies and techniques, parents can help their easily distracted child thrive and succeed. Establish a Routine One of the best […]

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Teaching Responsibility and Values to Big Kids: Understanding the Difference Between Needs vs. Wants When It Comes to Money
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Introduction In today's consumer-driven society, it is essential to teach children about the value of money and help them understand the difference between needs and wants. By instilling responsible financial ... READ MORE

The Benefits of Cycling for Big Kids in Summer: Fun and Fitness Combined
kids playing in summer

Introduction: Summer is the perfect time for big kids to engage in outdoor activities that promote physical fitness and enjoyment. One popular activity that ticks all the boxes is cycling. Not ... READ MORE

10 parenting tips to have relationships with your school-age children
Parenting tips school going child

Parenting a school-going child can be easy, but sometimes it could be challenging. Problems may occur from your end or your child's end. School is probably the first place where ... READ MORE

10 Innovative and Fun Brain Games for Kids
Games for Kids

We are in 2022 and are already hearing the news of another lockdown. Some states have even gone into partial lockdown, and curfews, schools, and other crowded places are closing ... READ MORE

What Are Kids Scared Of And How To Help Them Manage Fears?

Kids Scared and kid fear

Children are often afraid of things that may seem trivial or insignificant to adults. These fears can range from common childhood phobias, such as fear of the dark or fear of monsters, to more specific fears, such as fear of dogs or fear of loud noises. Regardless of the fear, it is important to understand […]

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The Looming Crisis: Junk Food and Its Detrimental Impact on Kids’ Nutrition
Junk Food

Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of children's nutrition, the pervasive influence of junk food has emerged as a critical concern. The prevalence of highly processed, nutrient-poor food options targeted at ... READ MORE

10 Parenting Tips for Raising a Toddler
Parenting Tips for Raising a Toddler

Raising kids takes a lot more than you expect. As a toddler's parent, you know how it feels to be in a perpetual state of motion—and emotion. Your child's daily ... READ MORE

Why doesn’t a toddler want to stay in bed- these 6 Parenting things will surely help.
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Early parenting is all about waking up in the middle of the night to soothe your child and put them back to bed. Till children are four-year-old, they require their ... READ MORE

How Increased Fights Between You and Your Spouse Can Impact Your Child’s Development
Fights between parents

Understanding the Ripple Effect The Toll of Constant Conflict on Children When you bring a child into this world, you embark on a journey filled with love, joy, and endless ... READ MORE

Why Tickling Kids Can Be Harmful?

Tickling Kids

Tickling is often seen as a harmless and playful activity, especially when it comes to children. However, research has shown that tickling can actually be quite harmful to kids, both physically and emotionally. Firstly, tickling can cause physical harm to children. The act of tickling stimulates sensitive nerve endings, which can cause the body to […]

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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

Building Resilience in Big Kids
Big kids playing

Introduction As an experienced physician with 31 years of practice, I understand the importance of equipping big kids with the necessary skills to navigate challenges and develop resilience. Building resilience ... READ MORE

Superfoods that help increase height in children.
height in children

Everybody is worried about their child's physical and mental health and appearances, whether parents agree to the appearances part or not. Every child develops differently. Some are skinny, some are ... READ MORE

Fussy Eater – These 7 Things Are Nutritious, And Your Child Won’t Say No.

Mealtimes often can be the most stressful part of the day for parents. However, despite all of the effort, children merely shake their heads and revert to munching on their ... READ MORE

How to teach about sex education to children

Sex Education

Sex education is the process of educating individuals, particularly young people, about human sexuality, including topics such as human sexual anatomy, sexual reproduction, sexual intercourse, contraception, and other aspects of human sexual behavior. It is important because it provides individuals with the information and skills they need to make informed decisions about their sexual health […]

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What do teenage girls need from their parents?
teenage girls

Introduction Parenting teenagers can be an exciting and challenging journey, particularly when it comes to understanding the unique needs of teenage girls. As parents, it is crucial to provide a ... READ MORE

Positive Discipline Techniques: Encouraging Good Behavior Without Punishment
Parenting tips for new mothers

Parenting is a journey filled with challenges and triumphs, especially when it comes to guiding our children towards positive behavior. For many new mothers and mothers of toddlers, the question ... READ MORE

Study finds quizzes improve academic performance
Study finds quizzes improve academic performance

Washington [US], September 18 (ANI): Wondering how to upgrade your child's performance in school, quizzing your younger one over study material might help. According to a new-meta analysis, the students ... READ MORE

Parental Guidance: Help your teens become social beings again
Parenting Guidance Tips

As more and more kids step back into the real world of in-person school, many of them, especially teenagers, may struggle with how to become social beings again. In the ... READ MORE

Six Ways to Help Your Child Remember Their Address and Phone Number

Child Remember Their Address and Phone Number

It is important for children to know their address and phone number in case of an emergency or if they become lost. If a child becomes separated from their parent or guardian, they should know how to contact them or a trusted adult for assistance. Knowing their address and phone number can also help a […]

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My child doesn’t sleep through the night. These seven things helped me a lot.
Child Sleep At Night

A child comes across a variety of things in his everyday life. Each day is a new beginning to an adventurous ride. They are always on a quest to do ... READ MORE

Why Tickling Kids Can Be Harmful?
Tickling Kids

Tickling is often seen as a harmless and playful activity, especially when it comes to children. However, research has shown that tickling can actually be quite harmful to kids, both ... READ MORE

The Benefits of Cycling for Big Kids in Summer: Fun and Fitness Combined
kids playing in summer

Introduction: Summer is the perfect time for big kids to engage in outdoor activities that promote physical fitness and enjoyment. One popular activity that ticks all the boxes is cycling. Not ... READ MORE

10 lessons children learn from family value
children learn from family value

It is often commented that children are a reflection of their parents. In this dynamic world, values play a very important role in the shaping of a human character. So, ... READ MORE

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 D helps the body absorb calcium, which is necessary for the development of strong bones. Adequate vitamin D intake is especially important during the first […]

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Belly Button Pains During Pregnancy
Belly Button Pain

The majority of pregnant women experience belly button pains during the second and third trimesters of their pregnancies. If you are wondering what the belly button is then it is ... READ MORE

10 creative pregnancy and newborn photo ideas
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 ... READ MORE

Is it okay to have peanut butter/ fish/ cheese in Pregnancy?
Fish in pregnancy

Pregnancy makes women want to snack all the time. But it is also crucial that you maintain a diet that is healthy and well-balanced, including the snack. But often healthy ... READ MORE

Paediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Challenges and Management
Paediatric Inflammatory

Paediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract in children and adolescents. It encompasses two primary subtypes: Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative ... READ MORE

10 lessons children learn from family value

children learn from family value

It is often commented that children are a reflection of their parents. In this dynamic world, values play a very important role in the shaping of a human character. So, it would help if you taught them these basic values for life. There are many life lessons that a child learns from his family, below […]

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Study finds what makes children fussy eaters
fussy eater

A new study from USC, the University of South Australia, and the University of Queensland has provided a better understanding of what influences fussy eaters, and what is more likely ... READ MORE

“Ensuring Water Temperature Safety: How to Keep it Just Right”
Water Temperature

Introduction: When it comes to water-related activities, whether it's enjoying a soothing bath or diving into a refreshing pool, maintaining the right water temperature is crucial for safety and comfort. ... READ MORE

Understanding Deworming: When, Why, and How to Safeguard Your Health
Understanding Deworming: When, Why, and How to Safeguard Your Health

Introduction: Deworming is a crucial aspect of maintaining good health, often overlooked in our daily routines. In this article, we will delve into the key questions surrounding deworming – when ... READ MORE

Unlocking the Power of Speech: Enhancing Your Toddler’s Speaking Skills
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Introduction As parents, we all eagerly await the moment when our little ones utter their first words. The development of speaking skills in children is an exciting milestone, as it ... READ MORE

Why is deworming necessary for your child?

deworming child

When your little one grows, you give to take care of their vaccinations, so their body is ready to fight any kind of virus or disease. Parents are aware of Polio shots and vaccination shots, but one of the treatments which not many parents are aware of is Deworming. Deworming is necessary for every child […]

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5 tips to prevent your child’s back, neck pain during online classes
child's online classes

Incorrect posture, while sitting in front of a computer for long can strain the eyes, neck, and back. It's not just the adults who are affected. Kids, as young as ... READ MORE

Think twice before shaming your kids.
shaming your kids

Before getting into the purpose of this article, let us know what does shaming means. Shaming is one of the worst things a person might do to another person. Shaming ... READ MORE

5 Toys You Should Not Buy for Your Kids
5 Toys You Should Not Buy for Your Kids

Children find happiness in their world of toys, and rightly so, they are kids; bright squeaky toys will always attract them. But since they are slowly turning into toddlers, there ... READ MORE

Toddler Obesity: Causes and Tips to Be Healthier
Toddler Obesity

If you find out or think that your toddler is overweight according to BMI standards, you may be worried about the further outcomes. But your child is not the only ... READ MORE

Helicopter Parenting: All You Need to Know and How it Impacts your Kids

Helicopter Parenting

Helicopter parenting is the style of parenting where one is overinvolved in their children’s life giving them no personal space and protecting their kids a little too much from any physical or psychological harm. Helicopter parenting is the style of parenting where one is overinvolved in their children’s life giving them no personal space and […]

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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

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

Helicopter Parenting: Understanding the Signs, Pros and Cons, and How to Change
Helicopter Parenting: Understanding the Signs, Pros and Cons, and How to Change

Introduction Parenting styles vary widely, and one that has gained considerable attention in recent years is helicopter parenting. Helicopter parenting refers to a style of parenting where parents closely hover ... READ MORE

The Causal Effects of Family Environment on the Academic Performance of Big Kids
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Introduction: The family environment plays a vital role in shaping a child's academic performance and overall development. As big kids enter elementary school, their educational journey becomes increasingly important. In ... READ MORE

7 Things You’ll Only Understand If You’re the Youngest

struggles of being the younger sibling

Being the youngest one… Being the youngest of all siblings comes with its own set of privileges. They are the most pampered kid of the family, and can get away with anything and everything. The elder siblings are always there to protect them, and entertain their whims and fancies. Money is never a problem, considering […]

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How to stop your child from lying?
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Parenting and raising a child does not sound like an easy job and is definitely not. Both the parents and the children face a lot of ups and downs in ... READ MORE

Signs of low self-worth in kids
Signs of low self-worth in kids

Low self-worth comes from one's perception of themselves. To be successful in life, it is essential to have good self-worth or self-esteem and a positive attitude towards life. Low self-worth ... READ MORE

10 precautions you should take before sending them out to school or play
Child Safety During Covid

Kids are loud, excited, and very enthusiastic humans; they love going out, playing, and doing all different types of activities. They are a packet full of energy. Now it is ... READ MORE

Nurturing Communication and Building Strong Parent-Child Relationships During the Big Kid Stage
parent child relationship

Introduction: As children grow older and become more independent, it is crucial for parents to adapt their communication strategies to foster trust, understanding, and connection. In this article, we will ... 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 rule. It is a known fact that children between the age of 2 and 7 years are fast learners, their ability to form complex ideas, […]

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10 Best India’s Holiday Destinations With Teens
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Holidays with children can be a wonderful opportunity for families to bond, create lasting memories, and have new experiences together. Planning a holiday with kids can also help to teach ... READ MORE

Go with your kids on a virtual world tour with the “World in Your Wallet”
Virtual Tour For Kids

New Delhi [India] December 3 (ANI/Mediawire): The financial challenges people are now facing may have an unintended effect on their children -- it may help kids develop a money mindset ... READ MORE

10 reasons why pets are good for your child
Pet and Child

Having pets provides humans with several benefits. The feeling of hugging or holding a pet often is very different. Kids are very innocent and in the developing stage of their ... READ MORE

Coronavirus lockdown: 20 Things Indians are searching for the most
Coronavirus lockdown: Things Indians are searching for most on Google

15 Things Indians are searching for the most on Google People have been spending a lot of their time online getting information related to coronavirus. We looked into the Google ... READ MORE

15 Basic Social Skills for Kids And How To Develop Them

social skills groups for kids

As kids grow up, from the toddler age to the preschool age to the elementary school age, they learn many new things in their journey. They grab a whole lot of knowledge from the schools and the books. But as a parent, you know that only knowledge and education do not develop a child’s personality; […]

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Teas & Coffee for Babies and Toddlers: Is It Safe and Its Effects
tea and coffee for children

Is Tea Safe for Children to Drink? Tea is usually not suggested for children, but when your youngster is being particularly defiant, you can give him a cup of tea. ... READ MORE

Go with your kids on a virtual world tour with the “World in Your Wallet”
Virtual Tour For Kids

New Delhi [India] December 3 (ANI/Mediawire): The financial challenges people are now facing may have an unintended effect on their children -- it may help kids develop a money mindset ... READ MORE

10 things you should do so that your first born gets adjusted to the new baby.
Child NewBorn Love

Second pregnancy can be fun and tiring at the same time. The biggest thing that needs to tackle is making your first child comfortable and ready to welcome the newborn ... READ MORE

Common Misconceptions About Child Nutrition: Debunked and Enlightened
Child Nutrition

In the realm of child nutrition, misconceptions often cloud the path to making informed choices. Parents, guardians, and caregivers strive to provide the best nourishment for their little ones, yet ... READ MORE

How to stop your child from lying?

stop your child from lying

Parenting and raising a child does not sound like an easy job and is definitely not. Both the parents and the children face a lot of ups and downs in this journey. Parents want to impart the best values and manners to their children while they struggle to adjust to the new world. When the […]

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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

Tips for Raising Child Who Is Easily Distracted
Raising child tips

Raising a child who is easily distracted can be challenging. Children who have difficulty staying focused can struggle in school, have trouble following instructions, and may have a harder time ... READ MORE

10 ways to reduce the chances of your family getting coronavirus.
coronavirus

The pandemic has created the world to think again on the issues it had suppressed a long time back. COVID not only costed lives but also made people realise the ... READ MORE

Six Ways to Help Your Child Remember Their Address and Phone Number
Child Remember Their Address and Phone Number

It is important for children to know their address and phone number in case of an emergency or if they become lost. If a child becomes separated from their parent ... READ MORE