Every child has a different genetic makeup and therefore they can grasp things differently at their own pace and in their own characteristic style. In such situations it is often difficult to identify children with learning disabilities.
If you observe that your little one has considerable difficulty in managing alphabets, numerical and words especially spoken then there is a possibility that he or [...]
The food which a new mother consumes post delivery is of utmost importance as the contents and nutritional value of the milk will depend on it. Therefore more than for her own health, it is essential that she consumes some healthy food stuff to ensure that the baby remains healthy as the baby is dependent on her for getting a balanced diet and for nourishment during the initial stage of his or her [...]
Your home reflects your personality, character, traits, and style.
You must feel the sense of harmonious, serene. Calm welcoming positive vibrations when you enter your home. These vibrations come from the articles, things you display in your house and for the connoisseurs of art, paintings on the wall is a must.
In Gujarat, during Navratri the Kalamkari paintings are done in honour of maa Durga.
These [...]
Every child has a different genetic makeup and therefore they can grasp things differently at their own pace and in their own characteristic style. In such situations it is often difficult to identify children with learning disabilities.
If you observe that your little one has considerable difficulty in managing alphabets, numerical and words especially spoken then there is a possibility that he or she might be suffering from a learning disability. Children suffering from learning disabilities face difficulties in grasping certain academic concepts.
This disease may manifest itself in different ways in different children. Take for example, a child may be able to recite the alphabets perfectly but may be unable to identify the same alphabets in written form. Some children may have improper hand [...]
The food which a new mother consumes post delivery is of utmost importance as the contents and nutritional value of the milk will depend on it. Therefore more than for her own health, it is essential that she consumes some healthy food stuff to ensure that the baby remains healthy as the baby is dependent on her for getting a balanced diet and for nourishment during the initial stage of his or her life.
Dairy Products: Milk, yogurt, cheese etc are all very rich in proteins. Proteins are very essential for the healthy growth of your baby. Besides being rich sources of proteins, these dairy products are rich in calcium and essential vitamins. Therefore it is essential for the new mother to have at least two or three servings of any dairy rich food to ensure better health and stronger bones [...]
Your home reflects your personality, character, traits, and style.
You must feel the sense of harmonious, serene. Calm welcoming positive vibrations when you enter your home. These vibrations come from the articles, things you display in your house and for the connoisseurs of art, paintings on the wall is a must.
In Gujarat, during Navratri the Kalamkari paintings are done in honour of maa Durga.
These paintings when adorn the walls of your home, you feel sense of security, serenity in the environment and enhances the decor of the house and brings a glow to the house.
These paintings known as ‘Mata ni pachhedi’, are paintings on cloth in honour of the mother goddess have special significance as they depict mother Goddess in her manifestations of destroying all evil forces in an architectural [...]
Feeling tired when it’s only noon? It does happen to hardworking women due to little rest, or sickness, or lack of nutrition. Whatever may be the reason, fatigue can hit any woman at any time. Therefore to combat this problem here is a list of energy boosters to get you pumped up and to stay fit.
Set aside a plan ever week where you take a day off and relax, with no work, and go for a long walk, or visit a spa, watch some interesting movies, read books and pamper yourself as this breaks the monotony of life and pumps new energy in you.
Make a list of the day’s activities and organize, coordinate everything in an organized way in order to save time and energy.
Always sit with your back upright as slouching makes you look and feel lethargic.
Foods like fruits and vegetables give us energy [...]
Being pregnant is one of the most delightful experience in the life of a woman. But it is also a time when she has to take utmost care of herself and her body. This is essential as she has to nurture the baby also within her womb and the amount of care she takes of her body will be vital in ensuring that the baby is in good health.
During pregnancy it is imperative to relax. Many organs are affected during pregnancy. Our skin is one such area which begins to look tired and worn out during pregnancy. During this phase there are many hormonal changes taking place in your body. Development of stretch marks from the onset of the fourth month is common as the size of the tummy begins to grow and the skin is stretched. Pregnancy and raging hormones often lead to a severe hair fall. Backaches, swollen [...]
Unlike ancient times where roles of both the parents were distinctly defined the current urban scenario has a stark difference from its previous counterpart. Roles have now become blurred with both the parents working. In such a scenario the working mother needs to look out for alternate help to manage the baby. As a mother you would definitely feel apprehensive while leaving your bundle of joy in the hands of someone else. There are various options which a mother can think about for looking after the baby. She can carefully weigh the pros and cons of each one, before selecting the most appropriate choice.
Appointing a nanny to look after the baby at home. Nannies are trained and have a lot of expertise in looking after babies. Nannies have looked after many babies in their lives and so they [...]
To take care of a baby is a full time job for parents. Usually we see that during the initial days after the birth of the baby the entire family dotes on him/ her, but as the days go by and the novelty wears off the mother has to shoulder the entire responsibility. At this time, there is a possibility of frustration seeping in, especially if the mother has to cater to the needs of other members. In such a situation it is essential that the father too bears part of the brunt. The husband needs to realize that the wife has borne the pains of delivery and her body needs time to rejuvenate, hence whenever possible he should take over the responsibility. This has more than one benefits:
The father gets time to bond with his bundle of joy.
The mother gets time to relax.
Seeing her husband nurturing [...]
Most children face problem of dry skin from the very beginning because of sensitivity. Proper moisturizing is the key to healthy and glowing skin. Children need lot of moisturising because they spend more time outdoors.
Read the important following tips to enhance your child’s skin:
Bath rules: Do not use ample soap or bath gel while giving your little one a bath. Let him enjoy in the tub for the longer time in water. Pre-bath massage could be fine but if your child has dry skin rather opt for soother after the bath. This will be a good moisturizer for your child for day-long.
Good moisturizer: Use a good moisturizer on the damp body of your child. The thicker the moisture the better it is for child’s skin. But if dryness is yet not affected then you can go for lotion or doctor-recommended [...]
Many women experience edema or tissue swelling when pregnant. This pregnancy symptom is more common among women in their final trimester of pregnancy. Doctors consider a certain level of tissue swelling during pregnancy to be normal, which are mostly caused by factors like changes in the water and salt balance, alterations in hormonal levels and circulatory changes. However swelling in one particular body part or severe increase in edema can indicate occurrence of medical problems. In such situations, pregnant women much seek medical attention. Below, we have discussed some of the common causes of edema in pregnant women.
Venous compression:
Enlargement of the womb might compress the veins of the pregnant women returning blood from their legs into their heart. Compression results in increase [...]
The intrauterine device meant for contraception gets inserted into the cervix of a woman. These devices prevent pregnancy by stopping the sperms from reaching a woman’s fallopian tubes. The success rate of IUDs in preventing pregnancy ranges between 99.2 and 99.9%, which is extremely impressive. Currently two IUD types are available in the market, which are approved by the FDA for being used within the US. They are:
ParaGard: ParaGards are T-shaped IUDs designed using copper. The main function of these IUDs is stopping the sperms from invading the user’s fallopian tubes. In case a pregnancy takes place, ParaGard will not allow the fertilized egg to get implanted in the uterus. Removing this IUD involves some easy steps. A woman using ParaGard as the only method of contraception does not [...]
