Mums corner
Build Self-Esteem
How to enhance self esteem in our children Self esteem is a very crucial aspect of our child’s personality. It is his defence against the harsh realities of the world. His protective armour against the challenges that he needs to face. Mums and dads, I am sure that you would agree with me when I […]
Dealing With Child Behaviour Problems
We all crave to have kids who are well behaved, disciplined and obedient. But in all practicality, this can get a tad difficult to achieve (unless you are amongst those few, fortunate parents who are blessed☺). Managing challenging behaviour and dealing with behavioural issues can prove to be extremely stressful for parents. Please understand parents, […]
Breastfeeding Basics
Breastfeeding Basics I was a breastfeeding mom. I belong to the old school of thought (actually not so old anymore as a lot of mums would echo my thoughts), that mother’s milk is the healthiest for the baby. Unless, of course, it is not possible due to unavoidable circumstances. I remember when my son was […]
Breast Feed vs. Formula Milk
I belong to the old school of thought and I am a strong supporter of breast feeding babies. That is exactly what I did with my son. Having said that, I would also like to add that the choice between breast feeding our babies or giving them formula milk is tough and individual. Health care […]
Stubborness- Navigating Through No
Call your child stubborn or headstrong, but every parent has to go through this phase with their kids from the very beginning of their toddler years. It is definitely a daunting task for parents todeal with such behavior, and getting your children to do things the way you want can be stressfulat times. Children try to assert […]
Attention Seeking
It’s quite normal for children to want their parents’ attention. However, if this becomes a regular habit, it can lead to further problems with the child’s behavior. Children tend to misbehave to gain your attention but one should not give in to their demands everytime as it can lead to issues with discipline in the […]
Loneliness and Solitary Children
Raising an only child can have its pros and cons. There can be many reasons as to why couples have only one child. They vary from personal preference to financial constraints to late marriage and even infertility at times. There have been myths going around since years that an only child tends to be lonely, […]
Importance Of Calcium For Pregnant Women
We are all aware of the importance of calcium for our health. It is essential for the maintenance of our teeth, to make our bones strong, to regulate blood pressure and to keep our hearts healthy. During pregnancy, calcium becomes far more important as it is crucial to our baby’s growth and development and also […]
Are you Pregnant? Check For These Top 10 Signs Of Pregnancy
Wondering whether you are pregnant or not and if it’s time to take the test? Taking a pregnancy test too early may not always give you the most accurate results. So how do you really know if you are pregnant or not, even before you take the urine test? Here is a list of pregnancy signs and […]
Learn: Balancing Work And Relationship With Your Kids
I’ve made mistakes! And I’ve learnt from them. My husband and I are working professionals and ever since we had our son, we could guess he was feeling neglected. So, to ensure maximum involvement with our kid, we’ve drafted out a few rules to abide by at home. Don’t argue and fight: Frustration and work […]
Morning Sickness And You
All would-be-mums, ‘morning sickness’ is not necessarily confined to the morning hours. It can spread all through the day….like a blanket. It did for me, too. From sunrise to sunset….literally. But then, a few of us are fortunate enough to experience little or none of this torturous feeling. If you are an expectant mother, you would […]
Packing A Beach Holiday Bag
All holidays are fun, but kids seem to enjoy a beach holiday more than the rest. The sun, the waves, the sand and sand castles to build have a distinct charm. Here’s a checklist for packing your kiddo’s bag for a beach holiday. In order to splash & surf on the beach, don’t forget to pack these! Beach […]