Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2022 i Mother & Baby India

Following a long period of despair, moderation and uncertainty, the festive season of 2022 holds a lot of promise. Indeed, the danger of COVID 19 is not completely erased, but it would be safe to say that the hardest part is behind us. The world is truly ready to leave the morbidity in the pas, and to celebrate the resilience of human life over sickness and darkness! What better time to indulge in this celebration if not during the festivities. Indian culture and mythology’s repetitive theme of the victory of good over evil resonates well with the times as they are. So, why not make merry. It’s about time. Mother and Baby, your companion through all the highs and lows, brings you an extensive gifting guide to make the festivities…

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Since you became pregnant, have you ever woken up with an uncontrollable urge to eat a chicken madras? Raided the freezer for ice to crunch on? Found yourself inexplicably licking lemons? Some experts believe pregnancy cravings are your body’s way of pinpointing which nutrients are needed to support the development and growth of your baby. Most cravings aren’t as extreme as this—you simply find yourself wanting more of a particular food to eat. They are also usually completely normal—and temporary—so go ahead and indulge your food craving, as long as you’re otherwise eating a well-balanced diet. But once you know what might be behind your craving, you can also choose healthier food options that will feed this nutrient need. CRAVE STEAK? EAT LENTILS Lean red meat is an important source…

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

We all look forward to the festive season – a legitimate excuse to ‘eat, sleep, repeat’. Meeting up friends and family, hosting people at home, forsaking diets to indulge in binge eating, staying up till the wee hours gossiping with that favourite cousin… the festive season brings in a much-needed respite from the routine and pressures of daily life. However, while the festivities can bring in a lot of cheer for us adults, it can be a tricky time for toddlers and children, with their regular routine getting upset. As parents, you need to be prepared for a shift in mood for your toddler, and some niggles to go along. Here are some tell-tale signs that your child is finding it difficult to cope with the festivities, and tips to…

Colostrum is the first form of milk produced by the mammary glands of mammals (including humans) when starting breastfeeding immediately following delivery of the new-born. Colostrum is the breast milk produced in mid-pregnancy (12-18 weeks) and is been produced and stored for the first few days after baby’s birth. Colostrum looks thicker, more yellow than mature milk. Its composition is different too, because it’s tailored to your new-born’s specific needs. It’s nutrient-dense and high in antibodies and antioxidants to build a new-born baby’s immune system. Colostrum is the supreme first food for all infants, it available only in small quantity, it is a powerful food for new born. FIRST FOOD Colostrum will be stored in till your baby is born. Nursing at the first hour will yield a large colostrum…

Land of Nod Early in your pregnancy, try to get into the habit of sleeping on your side. Lying on your side with your knees bent is likely to be the most comfortable position as your pregnancy progresses. It also makes your heart’s job easier because it keeps the baby’s weight from applying pressure to the large vein (called the inferior vena cava) that carries blood back to the heart from your feet and legs. Word of the wise.. “Motherhood has a very humanizing effect. Everything gets reduced to essentials.” —Meryl Streep MILKING IT Your baby should nurse long enough to get a good flow of milk and to be full. In the beginning of the feeding, the milk is more watery. This satisfies the baby’s thirst. As nursing continues,…

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Vishakha Khanolkar Palav is the Art Director for Mother & Baby India, a Commercial Artist and Photographer. She is also a Tarot Reader with a special focus on Numerology email: vishgraphics@gmail.com Aries If you’ve got a little ram in the house, you’ll need a lot of energy to keep up with them. “Your baby is going to keep you on your toes. Aries babies are very adventurous. You’ll need to baby-proof your house really well because they’re very mobile and love to roam all over the place. Might we suggest, channelling all that energy into newer activities for her that would pique her curiosity. Lucky Colour: Rainbow Taurus After being couped up at home for so long, it’s time your li’l munchkin and the whole fam get a little breather.…