Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2018 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…

PROTECT Hormones are busy preparing your breasts to make milk, and the blood flow to the area increases too. These changes make boobs tender, particularly in your first trimester. Care for your newly delicate skin with Medela’s Purelan 100 or Himalaya For Mom’s Nipple Care Butter. And tell your partner your chest is a no-go area if you find your boobs are hypersensitive, too. SUPPORT Your boobs can grow up to four cup sizes during pregnancy, adding to the tenderness, so a supportive bra with wide straps is essential. Book your first appointment to get measured for a maternity bra around your tenth week of pregnancy, and get re-measured whenever you feel your breasts have grown. The pain is often worse when you lay down, so wearing a soft bra…

I have been getting my periods twice a month, for the last five months. I consulted a doctor and have been put on a birth control pill to regulate my cycle. However, my husband and I want to get pregnant. Is there any other way to regulate periods without taking birth control pills? Can I become pregnant? What are the chances? RUPALI SHAH, AHMEDABAD Dear Rupali, As your doctor has suggested birth control pills to regulate your cycle, it would appear that all your body needs is some hormonal regulation; there is no other underlying cause for concern. I would still recommend that you discuss this with the doctor in more detail. In most cases, just a few months of being on the pill is enough to regulate your cycle.…

Dear readers, Welcome to our April issue. The weather is heating up and school’s out... well, almost! Naturally, this means big plans are underway for that much-needed summer getaway. And while it’s amazing to make an international trip, India has some gems to offer. Believe me, from sandy beaches, snow-capped mountains to the velvety green cover of tea plantations or the dense forests of national parks, our homeland has some exquisite destinations that make for the perfect place to enjoy a holiday. Choose from one of our top picks! Of course, packing for a vacation means choosing the right gear for where you’re headed. Our pics of stylish summer accessories are sure to help your kids make a fashion statement. Now, while they look and feel good, what you feed…

A range of creative toys SMARTIVITY Labs brings cheer to children across with the launch of seven exclusive products. With these toys, Smartivity adds on to their plethora of absolutely fun and innovative range. From setting up the mood for festive gatherings with little kids all over the place, to letting a child’s imagination come to life and ringing in the festivity, it brings an array of products this season. Smartivity also launched the exclusive SmartCraft Educational DIY Toys, curated especially for girls. These toys are designed to encourage girls to experience the joy and pride of making their own toys. Additionally, Smartivity also launched the Smartivity EDGE fantastic feathers magic colouring set, with 10 colouring sheets featuring exotic birds. The free augmented reality app can be used to scan…

Tell me, how has motherhood changed you? What has your experience been like? Mansi: I am a changed person post the birth of Kabir, and I must admit that I am loving every bit of it. If you thought life was hectic, wait until you have a baby. That’s the first thing you’ll realise because a mother’s radar is always on, and trust me, it doesn’t go off ! Not even when your baby is sound asleep right next to you. Motherhood is an absolutely beautiful and rewarding journey to embark on. You’ll learn so many things about yourself along the way. You will be surprised to learn about the strength you never knew had; overcome fears you never knew existed. Kabir has taught me what real happiness and love…

MEET THE EXPERT Susan Roberts is Professor of Nutrition at Tufts University, author of The “I” Diet When was the last time you felt an all-consuming urge to eat or drink something specific, right now? Now you’re pregnant, we’re guessing it wasn’t very long ago at all! Maybe you’re devouring Marmite on toast like it’s going out of fashion? Or perhaps you’ve got an overwhelming compulsion to eat anchovies? Well, you’re not alone. “Eighty per cent of pregnant women report having cravings of some kind,” explains Professor of Nutrition, Susan Roberts, “so it’s completely normal!” Some cravings can be explained by your body’s nutritional demands: for example, the compulsion to eat lamb chops or steak can be linked to an iron deficiency. But for many others, all sorts of fascinating…

As natural as it is, birthing a baby is no small task. Birthing requires a huge amount of stamina and endurance. During delivery, the body undergoes a transformation as the veins swell up, joints end up loose, hormones flow all over and a new body starts taking form. In a way, a new mom intrinsically rebuilds herself in the first two years, and that process happens gradually. There are a lot of mental, emotional and physical changes that one experiences post-partum. The one and the only way to cope well as a new mom is to tap your inner strength and unleash your energy through a regular practice of any gentle exercise form, coupled with a nutritious diet and adequate rest time. It requires a wholesome exercise form, like yoga,…

MEET THE EXPERT Lucy Wolfe is a baby sleep consultant, mum of four and author of The Baby Sleep Solution When your baby wakes at one o’clock in the morning, or three o’clock – or both! – all you want to do is to see to his needs and then help him get back to sleep as quickly and gently as possible. But it’s not quite that easy. Because, to start with, even though it’s the middle of the night and you’ve made sure your baby is no longer hungry or uncomfy, your little one simply doesn’t know that it’s the wrong time to still be awake. “Learning how to fall back to sleep is a skill that your baby needs to master and, like all skills, he needs your…

About Effacing is an important part of the final stages of labour. It occurs when the cervix shortens, softens and becomes thinner. It typically takes place after the baby has engaged in the mother’s pelvis. At 100 per cent effacement, you will have a paper-thin cervix and will soon start pushing. Effacement usually starts around the middle to the end of the trimester, indicating that your body is preparing for the birth. Diagnose During pregnancy, a plug of mucous protects your cervix. When the cervix effaces, the mucous plug becomes loose and passes out of the vagina. You may notice when the mucous plug passes. The mucous plug is tinted with blood which is why the passing of the mucous is called a ‘bloody show’. Also, in your final weeks…

Dear Team, I am six months pregnant, and so far the pregnancy has been a bittersweet experience for me and my husband. The countless doctor visits have made a dent in our household budget. While we already understand that parenting is going to be a roller coaster ride, we also want to ensure that we secure our child with the best investments plans. Thanks for all your advice, we are already working towards a saving and an investment plan. ANANYA GARG, MUMBAI Dear Ananya, We are glad that you have already started taking the necessary steps. Financial planning is of utmost importance and you should begin as soon as you start planning for your baby. We hope you have a safe and healthy pregnancy. - Charlene Dear Editor, As a…

Travel may not be your typical fitness or career goal but it can make you richer in terms of experiences, self-growth and personal happiness. Travel soothes the soul but nothing beats seeing the world with your family, doesn’t it? In fact, travelling with your child can be an extremely rewarding experience. However, planning a trip with your young one often means spending countless hours on travel sites and reading reviews on the best family-friendly destinations. We encourage you to travel, and to make your search less stressful, we have narrowed down the absolute best child-friendly destinations. From the sparkling beaches of the Andaman islands to the colonial streets of Puducherry, be prepared for some major wanderlust. Munnar: Munnar greets you with lush green valleys and endless tea plantations. The oh-so-pleasant…

You have been together for a while now. You and your partner are ready to introduce a new member to the family. Planning to have a child is the most natural thing in the world and you may think that there is nothing to it besides the few basics. However, with current lifestyles, getting pregnant may not be as simple as you would like it to be. With several external factors playing a role as well, you will want to start the process well prepared and steer clear from any major medical interference. If you are planning to get pregnant and would like to go about it as naturally as possible, here are what the experts say that you need to do. Start with a medical check-up “A basic medical…

The significant role of women as nurtures is as big a responsibility as it is a blessing. What we regard as one of the most transformative periods of a woman’s life – a period full of joy and fulfillment – is also a time that comes with a big share of struggles that we might not be acknowledging fully. Most women convince themselves that they have to accept the physical pain they go through during pregnancy like badges of honour. Emotional distress, on the contrary, is often buried as a sign of weakness. It’s time we stop regarding baby blues as a stigma and accept it as the serious complication that it is. Maternal depression can be both, prenatal or antepartum that affects a woman during pregnancy and postpartum that…

I have been nursing my baby for a few weeks now, and I’ve noticed that milk tends to accumulate on his tongue, leaving a milky residue. Is this safe for him? I don’t want to hurt him by trying to clean his tongue but I’m worried that this might lead to him being uneasy. I’ve noticed he’s been crying a lot as well. Please advise. NALINI RAI, MUMBAI Dear Nalini, First, let me begin by congratulating you on the arrival of your baby and for choosing to breastfeed as a method of nourishing him. Now, to answer your query: The milk that accumulates on a baby’s tongue is called milk residue. This tends to occur after your baby has milk, and is due to the fact that the papilla or…

Connect Think about using eye contact, touch and tone to create moments of connection. So, when you look your little one in the eye, consciously feel your affection for him, use a loving tone of voice, or hold him to you. He’ll get a deep and immediate affirmation of the special and strong bond between you. Share Create little rituals in your daily routine that are yours, and only yours. Simple, shared activities, like starting every day by saying, “Hello poppet, it’s lovely to see you,” help your child feel that the world is predictable and safe. Learn Your baby is unique. And if you pay him close attention, you’ll start to learn all about which sounds, textures, movements and environments he likes. ‘That will help you respond appropriately to…

My daughter just celebrated her first birthday. I’m a little worried that she’s not hitting her milestones. At one, she’s only just started standing. She crawled just a month or so before this, and around the same time, started sitting up as well. Also, she hasn’t gotten any teeth yet, and has been teething for a while now. Is this normal? Please advise me. I’m a little worried. SONIA SETH, MUMBAI Dear Sonia, I understand that you are worried about your daughter’s delayed gross motor milestones and tooth eruption. Here are some basic facts you need to know about the delayed milestones: There’s a wide age range to reach these milestones. This can be because one of the parents may have also had a delayed achievement of milestones, or if…

UBM India is set to host the sixth edition of the uniquely-positioned Child, Baby and Maternity Expo (CBME) from the 26th to the 28 April, 2018, at the Bombay Convention and Exhibit Center, Mumbai. The expo will offer business opportunities for local and global manufacturers and sellers of baby products to connect, network and conduct business with a choice of dealers, distributors, industry experts and influencers, merchandisers, etc., with Mother and Baby, India, acting as the official media partner for this event. CBME will feature discussions on new tunes and the event will showcase a wide spectrum of baby care products, toys, baby food, organic clothing, infant safety technology and much more. The exhibit shin, spread over three days, will facilitate interactive sessions like knowledge-sharing seminars, workshops and panel discussions…