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Pre-schooler development - 30+ to 36 monthsYour child is now two-and-a-half years (30 months) old. Preschoolers reach a number of developmental milestone between 30 and 36 months. There is also very wide variance in when they reach...
Tumbling tots - Rough, physical playChildren often indulge in what parents consider to be rough, physical play - tumbling and rolling around, holding each other tight, screaming etc., As parents we often get concerned about whether...
Is it safe to take medicines during pregnancy?Short answer: You should always check with your doctor as to what medicines are safe to take, when, and in what dosage during your pregnancy. Many times, women do not have a choice and really...
Smart tips for chic new momsStruggling to keep up with young kids, being on the go and still trying to feel and look cool n' confident. Some tips from the Parentree mommy collection: Wear lots of black (or even dark...
Building empathy in childrenWhat is empathy? Merriam Webster says empathy is "the action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to, and vicariously experiencing the feelings, thoughts, and experience of another...
Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG)HG causes severe nausea and vomiting in the mainly in the first trimester (although some women continue vomiting through the last trimester as well). HG keeps pregnant women from drinking enough...
Pregnancy - 7th month celebration (Godh Barai, Valakaapu, Seemantham, Dohal Jevan,Baby...7th month celebration – diverse ways of celebrating universal joys! – showering mom-to-be, baby and not to forget the dad-to-be with love and blessings. Most cultures the world over, have...
Ectopic pregnancyIn this condition, the fertilized egg instead of moving down to the uterus to develop gets stuck outside the uterus usually in the fallopian tube and starts to grow there. It is not very common...
Teaching children about honestyBringing up children to be responsible and mature adults is one of the important responsibilities of parents. Among the traits that we have to teach our children, honesty is an important one....
Is your child a bully?It is often tough for Indian parents to imagine that their sweet child could be a bully. But this is a very real possibility and the sooner you recognize it and act on it, the better off your...
Gandhiji's little fans and Rajghat tripWe had gone to Delhi in summer holidays and my little ones’ (8 and 6) big highlight was a visit to Rajghat (Gandhiji’s memorial) and the adjacent Gandhi museum. Btw, Rajghat is the samadhi or...
How can parents use Multiple Intelligence?Multiple intelligence is a theory that postulates that children's cognitive profiles can be classified into eight kinds of intelligence - linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial,...
High chair - Buying guideA high chair can be useful for parents, when babies can sit on their own and want to try eating on their own. They can also serve as a secure place to seat your child with a book or a small toy,...
How much protein do mothers need during pregnancy?During pregnancy, increased protein consumption is very important for Indian mothers. Proteins are an important material used to build the home for the baby including the amnion, yolk sac, and...
Preschool - Importance, Right age, How to select and other common questionsIn India, preschool is sometimes also referred to as playschool or nursery school. It is a place a child goes to before kindergarten/primary school (typically before beginning Kindergarten or...
Travel to Agra and Taj Mahal with kidsThis time when we visited our home town Delhi, we took the kids (ages 8 and 6) to Agra to see the Taj. About time lest they think of the Taj more as a hotel. ;-) rather than one of the most...
Common pregnancy discomfortsPregnancy is a life changing experience. But it also causes a lot of discomforts to the mother. In this article, we provide pointers to a number of smaller articles that cover these...
Indian Baby Showers with a desi flavour - Mast Ethnic Style (Mela, Sangeet)Hosting an Indian baby shower? Looking for ideas ? Racking your brain on how to make it fun and different without making yourself crazy or spending a fortune? And now along with all the things on...
The 6 commandments of parentingThere are a few things that are an absolute NO when we become parents. While kids bring loads of happiness and a sense of fulfillment in our lives, they also come with a list of do’s and don’ts....
5 ways to help your preschooler (2 to 6 years old) make friendsFriendships are important for everyone. Even though your preschooler will not make lasting friendships, it is important for them to get started early in social interaction. As parents, we can...
Breech BabyAs the pregnancy approaches its full term, most babies will move into the typical delivery position with their head down. When this does not happen, the baby will have to be delivered feet first...
Baby carriers - Buying guideResearch has often shown that physical intimacy between parent and child has beneficial effects for both. Baby (or infant) carriers are a great way to achieve this physical intimacy. Babies are...
Raise a book loverAs parents, we often focus on teaching our children to read. It is undoubtedly an important skill, but we parents should focus on a more beneficial goal - a love of books. A book lover will...
Common skin conditions during pregnancyAll women experience numerous bodily changes during pregnancy and one of the most explicit change is the one that is witnessed on the skin. Here are some of the common skin conditions that...
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) - Information and effect on women, fertility and...What is PCOS? Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder caused due to the imbalance of hormones in the body. It is characterized by abnormal amounts of the male hormone androgen which...
Tips to prepare for childbirthThese tips describe some activities that can help you prepare for labour, delivery and childbirth. Once you reach the third trimester, you should talk to your doctor about labour and...
Medical induction of labourFor most pregnancies, labour progresses naturally. The cervix (the narrow part of the uterus between the uterus and top part of the vagina) keeps dilating and becoming thinner and the contractions...
Fitness Fundas"If it weren't for the fact that the TV set and the refrigerator are so far apart, some of us wouldn't get any exercise at all" - Joey Adams While this probably defines us adults most aptly,...
Travel with kids to MahabalipuramOne of our favourite places to travel with kids in the South India is Mahabalipuram (aka Mahabs). We love staying at the GRT Temple Bay Resort there. Have done that twice already. Btw, Chenani...
Preparing young children to write - the foundational skillsWriting is an essential skill for all children, even in this age of email and SMS. Children learn to write at different ages with the capabilities varying anywhere from writing capital letters at...
"All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy" - 7 big benefits of playThe importance of play cannot be stressed enough. Research has shown numerous benefits from play . But often, as Indian parents, we do not seem to give as much importance to it. We tend to focus...
Tips for brushing children's teethHere are some basic tips to take care of children's teeth, when they are young. 1 to 2 years Take your child to the dentist every 6 months Let her watch you brush your teeth Get...
8 skin care tips for pregnant womenPregnancy is a time when hormonal changes can change your skin significantly - from positive changes like "pregnancy glow" to negative ones like acne. Here are some tips on how you can help your...
Pregnancy - week by weekSee how your pregnancy and baby are growing and progressing week by week. Our detailed articles inform pregnant mothers about their baby's progress, what changes they can expect, doctors' visits,...
Strollers - Buying guideStrollers (often referred to as prams) can be a useful accessory for Indian parents. Here are some tips on how to buy a stroller. Types - Umbrella strollers This is a simple stroller which...
Is it safe to drink coffee during pregnancy?Short answer: Moderate your consumption of coffee. Not more than 1 or at most 2 cups of Indian coffee with milk per day assuming no tea, colas, chocolate etc., The lesser the better. Coffee...
Lactating Indian mothers - Meal planningIndian mothers need to maintain a high quality diet when they are breastfeeding their baby. In this tip, we help you create a balanced diet during lactation. Read our article about the various...
Fun and easy playdates for 6-12 year olds“Playdates” or planned kiddie social get-togethers are getting popular these days - because of increased demand for safety, parents being busy and kids not living in an area or apartment complexes...
Smart tips for meal organizingIt can be quite a challenge to ensure healthy, fresh and tasty food for all the family members and for all meals - breakfast, lunch, teatime, dinner - and not to forget the kid’s school snack,...
Baby monitors - Buying guideBaby monitors are very useful devices if you ever need to keep an ear on your sleeping baby. In the night time, Indian babies usually sleep with their parents and remote monitoring is not...
Can I eat eggs during pregnancy? Is it safe?Short answer: Eat only fully cooked eggs. Do not eat raw eggs or preparations containing raw eggs. Eggs are full of protein and calcium and are especially recommended for pregnant women. But raw...
Can I eat non-vegetarian food during pregnancy? Is it safe?Short answer: Eat fully cooked non-vegetarian food. Meat can be packed with protein and iron, but, stay away from meats like salami and hotdogs. They have been known to be contaminated with...
AmniocentesisThis is a diagnostic test that is usually done if the maternal serum screening test (or the triple marker or AFP) done earlier, shows abnormal results. It is primarily used to detect Down's...
My favourite child-friendly eat-outs in bangaloreDear fellow parents, Many times, I have had to do some research or check with other parents before deciding on a child friendly eat-out. In addition to food quality and variety, I look for open...
How do you know that you are in labour?Talk to your doctor beforehand, as to when you should call them and when you should go to the hospital. This way you will not be stressed when the time comes. If you think labour has begun, you...
What Indian foods should we eat for folic acid during pregnancy?A number of Indian foods have naturally occurring folic acid but the percentage is very small. Indian women who are pregnant or planning to have a baby must have atleast 400mg of folic acid every...
Resistance to antibioticsAntibiotics are among the greatest discoveries of human history and they are a miracle cure. However, there has been indiscriminate use of antibiotics resulting in the increasing occurrence of...
Toddler development - 12+ to 18 monthsYour baby is now 1 year old. The period between 12 and 18 months is an age where toddlers show a lot of development but there is also very wide variance in when they reach certain milestones. ...
Diet for a healthy pregnancyThis information has been updated. For the new version, please see Pregnant Indian women - Healthy Foods
Swine flu (H1N1) - Babies and Children - Precautions, Symptoms, What to do...Babies and children under the age of five are particularly susceptible to swine flu. Is it dangerous? It is not clear as to whether swine flu is more dangerous in babies and children than any...
Things to do with kids in BangaloreFun activities for kids in and around Bangalore (Work in progress. Please comment and we can add to this...) In Bangalore city Cubbon Park Bal Bhavan: Train ride, kids...
Fine and gross motor skillsWe often hear these terms as it relates to the development of babies, toddlers and preschoolers. In this article, we throw some light on these skills. Gross motor skills Gross motor skills are...
Father-daughter bonding - advice for dadsBeing a father to a little baby daughter is often an awkward experience for some fathers. In our culture, men are often brought up be the unemotional stereotype and even if they grew up with...
10 must-watch movie classics for families with kidsEditors’ picks! Here we have listed some children’s movies in English (Hollywood) that are popular in India and the world over, hailed by movie critics and of course many of these are our...
Foetal problems and distressSometimes, the baby may have problems while in the mother. The baby might be sick and not growing adequately and this may increase the risk of foetal distress and increase the risk of still born...
Sibling revelry"Siblings are the people we practice on, the people who teach us about fairness and cooperation and kindness and caring - quite often the hard way" - Pamela Dugdale We have already written about...
Teaching children through interpersonal intelligence (multiple intelligence) -...Interpersonal intelligence is how we relate to other people. It is about understanding them, working closely with them, cooperating and conveying to them what we are trying to say in a way they...
EpisiotomyAn episiotomy is a surgical cut made by the doctor during vaginal birth to enlarge your vaginal opening to help deliver the baby. The cut is made between your vagina and your anus. In India, as in...
Is is safe to visit the dentist during pregnancy?Short answer: Don't fail to do essentials like teeth cleaning at the dentist. Postpone cosmetic dentistry till after the pregnancy. The rise in hormone levels during pregnancy causes sensitive...
Epilepsy in children - Seizures, Causes, What to do, Treatment...Epilepsy is a disorder manifests itself in seizures (fits). What is epilepsy Epilepsy is the occurrence of multiple seizures (fits), but not caused by high fever or recent head/brain injury. ...
Can I travel during pregnancy? Is it safe?Short answer: Travel is safe for normal pregnancies, except in the last month. As long as there are no big concerns or complications in your pregnancy, it is generally safe to travel during your...
Top 10 Bollywood movies to watch with your children“Bum bum bole, masti mein dole” aur bachon ke liye lots of films bole... Editors’ picks! We have here some Bollywood films that you can enjoy watching with your kids. Some are light and fun and...
A Vacation to RememberThe summer vacations are the worst time to go on a holiday. Every place is crowded, tickets are hard to get, and no matter where you go, you encounter the Indian Summer at its worst. Yes, even at...
How to talk to kids about their art or workHere are some tips on talking to children about their “work” - their painting, writing, lego or playdoh creation, whatever they create. These tips can help Indian parents further develop the...
Teaching children through intrapersonal intelligence (multiple intelligence) -...Intrapersonal intelligence is how we understand ourselves and our emotions, moods, desires, being conscious of who we are, what we want to do, how to react, what not to do and more. For a child,...
Boards for school education in IndiaIndia has a large number of boards for schools, and sometimes this can be confusing. Here is a short guide on what these different boards are. Please give us your feedback in the...
Teaching children through spatial intelligence (multiple intelligence) - Activities,...Spatial intelligence is how we visualize and represent a spatial world in our mind, using concepts like form, shape, colour etc. and manipulate it or understand how things will impacted in a...
Poopoo, Susu - Potty talkIs your preschooler fascinated with bathroom humour? Do you catch him or her saying the most embarrassing things like "You are Ms. Poopoo" or "I want susu for lunch" ?. Isn't it mortifying when...
Moving to another city - helping your big kid copeYou have been handed over a transfer order in your office or you have accepted a new job in a new city. When you break this news at home, you will face a mixed bag of reactions coming from the...
Help babies sleepThese tips can help you understand the sleeping patterns of newborns, infants and babies and how you can help them get the sleep they need. Newborns (0 - 2 months) Newborns sleep a lot. They...

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