Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2017 i Mother & Baby India

DR KIRAN COELHO A succesful gynaecologist and practicing obgyn for the last 30 years. DR DHERANDRA KUMAR Consultant clinical and child psychologist, he is founder and director of Psyindia, and engaged in direct work with children. DR ANITA MADAN A doctorate in education, she is currently the Curriculum Development head with EuroKids International Pvt Ltd where she promotes a developmentally appropriate curriculum. SONALI SHIVLANI Mumbai-based childbirth educator, certified by Childbirth & Postpartum Professional Association, USA. DR GEETANJALI SHAH Popular Mumbai paediatrician, conducts holistic fitness workshops for pregnant women. ANIKA PURI Childbirth educator, prenatal and postnatal massage therapist, certified counsellor, reflexolgist and a holistic practitioner of women’s health and fertility in Delhi. NUTAN PANDIT Breastfeeding counsellor and natural birth therapist who’s been teaching in New Delhi since 1978. EFFATH YASMIN Founder…

tips Dehyderation is a common pregnancy problem during the monsoons. You must drink water regularly. Inculcate the habit of drinking at least two and a half litres of purified water. It may also relieve you from nausea, headache or dizziness. Share your pregnancy photos with us and you could Win exciting prizes! Send high-res images with your full name, personal address and contact details to mbeditorial@gmail.com marked ‘THE WHOLE NINE MONTHS’ in the subject line. Featured mums-to-be will receive a gift hamper from Himalaya, valuing 1000 each.…

Hollywood superstar, Kate Winslet, once famously said, “Having children just puts the whole world into perspective. Everything else just disappears.” Closer home, our very own green-eyed goddess, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, is noted to have said, “I don’t know about changing my perspective because motherhood is such a glorious blessing and I am very thankful for that. It’s such a beautiful experience. I so strongly recommend it. It’s bliss, love, and fulfillment of another level.” There’s no doubt that the life you’ve come to know drastically changes when you bring a child into the equation, and for Aditi Sarangdhar, it was no different. “I have been part of the Marathi film industry, television and theatre scene for the past thirteen years. As an actress, it has been a great journey. But,…

Exercising helps you feel happier, stronger, less stressed and calmer, but despite all of these benefits, doing it while you’re pregnant can raise a few eyebrows for all the wrong reasons. According to new research from Sport England’s This Girl Can campaign, many of us are hanging up our trainers when we become pregnant, despite loving our pre-pregnancy exercise routines. Almost a third of mums-to-be worry about whether exercise is safe when they’re expecting, 24 per cent aren’t sure about what they can and can’t do, and at what intensity, and three per cent have even been advised by a friend or family member not to continue. But are we missing a trick? “Exercise is amazing for you, your baby, your brain and your mood,” says neuroscientist Sophie Scott. ‘It…

Pregnancy comes with its share of ups and downs. All expectant mothers go through a magical experience, especially if you are pregnant for the first time. But for some women, it can mean months of nausea and fatigue, as well as dermatological conditions ranging from acne to hyperpigmentation. The monsoons tend to make these dermatological conditions even worse as both the skin and hair suffer due to high humidity. Now, it’s a known fact that one’s skin is unstable as on some days it becomes extremely oily and other days it’s too dry. You never know what to expect and this instability renders your complexion dull and lifeless. This is precisely why it’s important to care for your skin with a routine that’s suitable to your pregnancy skincare needs. However,…

Monsoons usher in a welcome change from the scorching summer heat. But, along with the freshness, greenery and much-needed breeze, the monsoons also bring with it disease and illness. However, there’s really no reason why you can’t make the most of the weather, even if you have young children around the house. Dr Bhaskar Shenoy, consultant and chief, division of paediatric infectious diseases, Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru, says, “Due to wet and humid climate, various infections are common during the monsoons. The dampness, muck and stagnant pools of water are ideal breeding grounds for disease-causing microorganisms. While everyone is prone to diseases during the monsoons, children are most likely to fall sick due to their immature immune system. It is imperative for parents to take the necessary precautionary measures to ensure…

Dr Bijal Shrivastava MBBS and MD (Pediatrics), is a neotologist at Dr LH Hiranandani Hospital. She works full-time as a pediatric consultant and has been a pediatric practitioner for the last 12 years. My eight month old is very unsettled at night, especially now that I’m expecting my second child. How can I get her sleeping soundly in her own room again? Also, I’ve started introducing solid foods to my baby. Could this have any impact on how well she sleeps? ANUSHREE ROY, KOLKATA Hi Anushree, Congratulations on your pregnancy! Becoming a mother for the second time is indeed a blessing. Now, it’s completely normal to have some concerns about how your eight-month-old’s behaviour will change with your present pregnancy. Not that she will really understand what’s happening, but she…

Dear readers, The monsoons have finally arrived in Mumbai; these are showers of blessings, indeed! And while we’re sure your little ones are thoroughly enjoying splashing about in the puddles, there’s a lot you need to be vary of. The monsoons bring with it a certain freshness, but there’s a whole lot of germs and diseases that run rampant during this season. This is why, we’re making you aware of dangers lurking in those murky waters, and how you can ensure you and your child stay healthy this season. If that’s not all, the monsoons also play havoc on one’s hair and skin. Add to that pregnancy hormones and you are definitely dealing with a few more issues. Our article on ways to enhance your pregnancy glow is a must-read…

MATERIALS REQUIRED: 1. Acrylic colours—chrome yellow, crimson, light green, orange, violet, white and sky blue 2. White non-sticky clay 3. Water container 4. Colour palette 5. Keychain attachments Step-by-step guide: STEP 1  ● Take white clay and roll it thoroughly to make an even dough. STEP 2  ● Divide the dough evenly to make seven same sized balls. ● Mix shades of acrylic colours in each ball respectively. STEP 3 ● Roll each ball further to make long coils. ● You will now have coils of seven different shades. STEP 4  ● Arrange and stick the coils to one another to form a rainbow. ● Pierce a hole on the top of the rainbow for keychain attachments. ● Leave it to dry. STEP 5 ● Attach the keychain attachments and…

Effath Yasmin is India’s leading International Board Certified lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Biodynamic CranioSacral Therapist, internationally certified lactation educator and the founder director of Nourish & Nurture Lactation Care & Parenting Education, an outreach clinic for mothers and families seeking professional clinical lactation management and parenting counselling. Yasmin sits on the board of directors and National Advisory Board of Birth India, an NGO striving for safe and supported birth in India and an active governing council member of the International Association of Tongue-Tie professionals (IATP). My baby is almost a month old and while I do manage to nurse him on occasion, I resort to pumping most of the time. Lately, I’ve noticed a bloody discharge that’s slightly sticky. My nipples also appear dry and cracked. Could this be why my…

Vinitha Ramchandani is an author, editor and a qualified curriculum planner. She has to her credit over 20 published children books, two of which are part of the CBSE English textbook as well as the ICSE English Language Programme. She is currently excited about an empathy project for school children. Many parents — in their quest to raise that perfect child — come to me and ask, “How can I get my child to read?” I almost always ask them, “Do you read?” The answer to this question usually clues me in to whether their child does or does not read. If even one parent is an avid reader, this can translate into the child picking up the habit as well. To parents who ask me how to get their…

Dear Charlene, I am mother to two beautiful daughters, Samayra, five and Rhea, one. When I was pregnant with Samayra I was totally unprepared and a had difficult labour. The pain escalated due to a lot of stress and preconceived notions that are attached to delivery. But the second time around, the entire process was so much better as I was well-informed and channelised my energies in the right direction. I enjoyed reading the article, ‘Preparing for labour’. I could connect to it and it was informative. Thank you. AMRITA KHANDELWAL, MUMBAI Dear Amrita, To be calm and composed during labour reduces the chances of pain. Creating a positive environment eases the process. Thank you for writing in. - Charlene Dear Team, I am an ardent reader of M&B and…

For any occasion, creating a checklist always comes in handy. And for a perfect baby shower, you will keep adding things till the last minute. Below are some tips to keep in mind to make this special for mommy-to-be: ✤ Involve the expectant mother. It is important to understand what she likes and how she would like the baby shower to be. Take her opinion for every tiny detail. If it is a surprise baby shower, make sure the person in-charge of the planning knows the mum-to-be extremely well. ✤ Decide on the date. Talk to the expectant mother and father about what day would be convenient for them. ✤ Decide on the budget. Determine a realistic and a reasonable budget. To make this occasion special, you do not necessarily…

As mothers, time makes us an expert on every kind of crying there is—the hungry cry, the sleepy one, the I-am-irritated cry, the loud tantrum, the give-me-attention cry and much more. But every once in a while comes a cry that leaves us stumped! This is perhaps the time that panic sets in, the emergency calls to friends are made and finally the doctor is woken up in the middle of the night. While at most times the reason for this crying may be a small one, there are a few occasions when you need to be alert and pick up on the signals at the right time. One such instance is the possible sign of a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). A UTI is something most adults, especially women, are…

LifeCodexx AG, a pioneer in noninvasive prenatal DNA testing in Europe, recently announced its partnership with LifeCell—India’s leading mother and baby preventive health care provider, to bring PrenaTesT® qNIPTTM testing for the first time to India. The qNIPT™ technology that detects the presence of fetal trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) from maternal blood, received EC (European Conformity) marking in December last year. The novel technology demonstrates a significant cost-efficiency and rapid turnaround time compared to other NIPT techniques, as it doesn’t rely on costly and lengthy methodology. With this exclusive technology partnership with LifeCodexx AG, LifeCell will be able to perform the licensed qNIPTTM PrenaTest® at LifeCell’s laboratories in Chennai and will be the first in the country to offer qNIPTTM technology that is more advanced than sequencing methodology being used…

SANKARA Eye hospital, Bengaluru continuing with its tradition of eye care recently inaugurated ‘Milestone—an early intervention and transformation centre’, for children with autism spectrum, with support and contribution from Surya—a volunteer initiative. The centre was inaugurated by Dr Santhan Gopal, president, All India Ophthalmological Society and film personality, Nabha Natesh. The event was followed by fun-filled activities for the autistic kids and their parents including a medical clowning session by Harish Bhuvan, organised to entertain children. The evening also witnessed an interactive storytelling session by professional story teller, Vikran Sridhar. At the inauguration, Dr Kaushik Murali, pediatric ophthalmologist and president Sankara Eye Foundation shared, “The centre established would allow us to provide holistic care for children with autism, using a combination of computer based therapy and exercises with specially made…

LEGO’s The Build Amazing Starter Set TO uphold the brand’s commitment to nurture and build kid’s creativity and unlock their potential for a successful future, the LEGO group recently introduced The Build Amazing Starter Set as a great onramp their creativity and imagination. Featuring LEGO bricks from its iconic series—City, Friends, Classic, Duplo, Juniors and Creators, the brand hopes to get kids excited about building with LEGO bricks with this range of affordable starter sets. The Build Amazing Starter sets are designed to be fun and easy-to-build, and with a wide range of assortments suitable for both boys and girls. The material of the sets is of good quality plastic with no sharp edges. The size of the blocks and the design is perfect for a pre-schooler. LEGO’s are an…