Are you racking your brains on how to keep your kids entertained during this enforced school break? With outings to the local park, playground, malls etc also out of the question, it is necessary to look at options to keep them entertained either [Read more…]
Summer is here and by the look of things it is going to be the hottest one ever. So the first thing you need to do is keep your kid hydrated. Here are some fun flavour packed ideas to do so. [Read more…]
The older generation would probably react in disagreement at making children do household chores! However nowadays with both parents working, the dynamics of family life has changed with every member pitching in to help run the household. Getting children to start helping [Read more…]
Nowadays, school students face unprecedented levels of stress. Just a few years ago students were under pressure only during their 10th and 12th board exams, however now the increased workload for the younger students has increased the pressure on these young minds. With the final exams coming up, the need to study and meet expectations will weigh heavily on your [Read more…]
Eating right during pregnancy is of utmost important, because the health and development of your baby depends on it. However the term eating right is often confused with eating a lot. The prevalent belief that “Pregnant women must eat for two” is not true. Over indulgence does not necessarily guarantee increased nutritional benefits. It could in fact lead to inappropriate weight gain and [Read more…]
As your baby grows and develops strength in the muscles and bones, you’ll be a lucky witness to their amusing stunts. And the very first stunt is rolling over. First thing to remember as a parent is to not freak out, your baby is just exploring its body and having fun with it! But in order to [Read more…]
Maintaining a good amount of calcium in your child is something every parent should start to work towards, very early on. Since cow’s milk or any other milk must be avoided for babies, until they reach the age of 1, ensuring healthy calcium content might seem tricky, but if you follow a calcium rich diet it might not be! [Read more…]
Like Popeye, Bugs Bunny was the unofficial ambassador of carrots! Bugs Bunny with all his wit, intelligence and humor made the orange stick a must-have vegetable. While today’s kids might not be familiar with Bugs Bunny’s notorious antics, today’s parents sure are, right? So, put on those Bunny ears and get your little one to eat carrots for the following reasons:
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Just when you settled down with a book and dared to have a little ‘me-time’ your baby starts grunting and grimacing and you know it’s baby gas. What you also need to know, is that it’s common and it’s going to be happening at least for the first 4 to 6 months. Gas in babies is common largely because of their underdeveloped digestive systems. The diet of the breastfeeding mother and the quality of the formula too can cause gas. So, here’s what you can do to help your baby during a gassy episode: [Read more…]
It’s winter and your baby needs all the warmth and nourishment you can give. Here are 6 winter super foods that will keep your baby healthy and fit and free from cold and flu. [Read more…]