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Keeping the Children Safe from Sun Stroke

The mercury has touched 44 degrees and it’s predicated to go even higher in the coming week. With the summer holidays just set in, mothers fear the most common consequences of heat exposure -sun strokes.....

Ward off the Monsoon Bug!

I was in love with the monsoons, until I became a mother. Does that sound really sad? I’m afraid so. Most mothers will agree that with the outset of rainy season comes a bag full of diseases, mosquitoes, dirt and smelly clothes that just won’t dry....

Tackling the Sweet Tooth!

For me sugar is synonymous to hyperactivity, tooth decay, addiction in kids and the most dreadful -obesity. Of course......

Food for Nursing Mothers

I am sure a new mother has heard this more often either from her mother or her mother in law that whatever she eats or drinks is directly linked to the health of her new born......

Milk and its Health Benefits

It’s a tussle every morning between me and Aarav (yes, that’s my son) over milk. When I have to lure him into taking one big gulp or when he starts making excuses for not drinking it.....

Fighting Allergies & Asthma

Can we really protect our kids from allergies and asthma? The answer can be a yes and also a no. My mother is suffering from bronchitis asthma.....

Binge Eaters & How to Handle Them

*Paused in growing up but still “growing out”?* Are you buying clothes that are way above the age level of your child? Does your child want to finish everything on his plate as well as table?

3 Ways to Make Your Child Eat Fruits

Are you worried that your kid does not eat enough fruits? Then read on for some tips- At this time of the season the market is flooded with fruits like mango...

Importance of Different Vitamins in your Child’s food

“Maanit, finish your vegetables….you need the vitamins…..No fries” We all have addressed our kids similarly, at some point or the other, haven’t we?

Reasons and Remedies for Digestion Problems in Children

My son was colic when he was born. I have a lot of painful memories of those early years, when he used to cry incessantly, due to discomfort and I felt so helpless.

7 Tips to Pack a Tasty Tiffin

My son, all of 6 years, completely spoilt, but the one man who makes my heart skip a beat, with his ‘I love you mum’, is an extremely picky eater.

Caring for Your Sick Baby

We all have our fair share of tips, low downs, from our mom, grandmas and others, about quick cures for our sick child; And to add to that, our own experiences teach us loads.