Parenting

It Is Essential To Breastfeed premature babies in the NICU: Doctor

Breastfeeding has many benefits for the mother and the baby. Breast milk is important for premature infants as it can help them to keep various conditions, diseases, allergies, and infections at bay. New mothers should breastfeed as per the doctor’s recommendation. Premature babies (preemies) are born earlier than the expected 37 to 42 weeks gestation. As the premature baby’s organs …

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Fungal Infection In Nipples May Affect Lactating Mothers During Monsoon

Fungal infection in nipples during monsoon can steal your peace of mind. In the below article, we tell you about various signs and symptoms of it so that you can opt for the treatment to avoid severe complications. There are many problems faced by lactating mothers. One of the most painful issues is a fungal infection in the nipples that …

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Why Kids Should Not Skip Breakfast

Many times, almost all of you heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is not just a saying; there is overwhelming evidence to support this statement. This is especially true for children. Eating breakfast on time has been proved to be important for kids as it improves their behavior, performance, and concentration power in school. …

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Things to remember before stepping into motherhood: Sonia Rai Vaid

An event was organised for the pregnant ladies who are about to start their motherhood journey at Dr. Bandana Sodhi’s Clinic in Safdarjung Enclave. In the event Dr. Bandana Sodhi and Sonia Rai, birth coach, prenatal yoga instructor and a lactation counselor invited many pregnant ladies and gave session on Labor pain, which is the most common fear of all …

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Supporting a woman through her mental health post-pregnancy is important for new mothers

Article by Dr. Shradha Shejekar, Consultant – Psychiatrist, Aster RV Hospital, JP Nagar, Bengaluru Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful phases in a woman’s life. At the same time, it is a phase which brings a lot of changes in the body physically, hormonally and emotionally. This is why the mother is susceptible to a lot of mental health …

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How single parenting affects college students

Growing up in a single-parent family places you at a more educational disadvantage today than it did around 40 years ago, as claimed by a new study. According to a paper published in last week, academic journal Education Next teenagers living in single-parent families had completed fewer 1.32 years of schooling than their friends of two-parent families. For 24-year-olds who …

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Expecting a twin or other multiples?

 Here’s how to take good care of yourself and your babies Authored by Dr. Bharati Kamoji, Sr. Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster CMI Hospital Pregnancy is one of the most wonderful journeys in women’s life. Sometimes a twin or triplet pregnancy just happens and it can be a surprise for expecting parents. It is common to feel anxious, scared …

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Parents’ Smartphone Use Could Harm Child Development

Israel’s Tel Aviv University researchers discover how parents devote only 25% of their attention to toddlers when distracted, consequences of which can be far-reaching New Delhi, January, 17, 2022: While smartphones have made our lives easier, they come with their own set of drawbacks. In a new study, Tel Aviv University’s researchers have found that mothers devote only 25% of …

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When the baby is in the NICU – Guidelines for parents

The rapidly spreading COVID-19 pandemic has caused particular concern for pregnant women and newborns. The phase is challenging, but for parents, there might be a small positive ray of hope. There are many factors, which influence premature births, and getting a new life by fighting against all odds is a miracle. NICU is like an artificial womb where hardly any …

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How divorce affects the healthy development of children

Divorce is a heavily coined word for many. The emotional bond, mental and financial stability, and many other positive things for which a couple takes nuptial vows come to a standstill when one or both the persons involved in a marriage called off for a divorce. Not only it cast a shadow in their own relationship but it also creates …

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