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How to get your child ready for school on time?

Parentree-editors' blog, Sep 21, 2009 10:02 AM

Is your child "slow" in getting ready for school? Is the school van sounding their horn every day, outside your door? Are you always rushing out with your child leaving a half-eaten breakfas...

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Getting organized for school admissions : Smart tipsThe school admissions season has started. You are trying to decide on an appropriate school for your child and then working on getting them admitted. Along with these twin missions of trying to...
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What to do when your child hits others?Does your child hit other children or you or other people? Have you found yourself trying endlessly to stop the hitting? Here are some tips that may help. Frustration can lead to hitting Is...
"This is no picnic for me either, buster" - work ethic, discipline and relationships...“Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety nine percent perspiration” - Albert Einstein Exactly how important are values like strong-work ethic, discipline and diligence in our children’s...
Good table manners for childrenGood and proper table manners should be inculcated in children from an early age, so they become a habit. Here are some tips on table manners that you can get your children started on. Messy...
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 bodily-kinesthetic intelligence (multiple intelligence) -...Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence is how we use various parts of our body or even our whole body to make something, find a solution to a problem or to convey meaning. For a child, who is strong in...
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Bisphenol-A: Are hard plastic bottles safe for food and water?Bisphenol-A (BPA) is a chemical used to make polycarbonate plastics. Polycarbonate plastic is tough and break-resistant and commonly used to make plastic-ware like water bottles, spoons, forks,...
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...
ColicColic is the name given to the mysterious sustained crying in babies aged between 2 weeks to 12 weeks. Characteristics It is usually characterised by Sustained crying for hours on end ...
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Is it safe? - Common questions during pregnancyPregnancy is a time when you get extra careful about what you eat and drink and your environment. You are responsible not just for yourself but your baby as well. Here is a guide that can help...
Fostering inner discipline in childrenOften our approach to discipline in India, involves a carrot and stick approach. We reward good behaviour and punish bad behaviour. There are advantages and disadvantages to this approach. One of...
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...
Get ready to have a baby - a detailed guideSo now you are thinking of having a baby. Parentree is a great place to make your journey of parenthood easier and more fun. Here you can find lots of useful information, share information and...
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10 things pregnant women should always keep in mindPregnant? Congratulations! Pregnancy is a time when your body and you are going through many changes. On top of all this, it is also a time when you get tons of advice from all sides - relatives,...
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...
Namaste Hong kong!My husband and I love to travel. We covered most parts of Europe, before we had our brats. Post parenthood, we had drastically cut down on travel. Last April, we decided to explore Hongkong with...
Importance of prenatal testsIt’s important to take all your prenatal tests on time! Doctors have standard protocols on prenatal testing and will keep you informed which tests to take and when. It is important that you take...
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Summer of 2009Every summer vacation begins with the usual queries what are we going to do this summer ? Well this summer there was no time for such queries we had planned our trip tovisit Delhi and Vaishno...
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...
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...
White bread - No nutrition for growing bodies and mindsBread in the form of sandwiches or toast are among the favourite foods of children everywhere. Sandwiches are also a great way of ensuring that our children eat veggies. To get the most out of...
Creative writing tips for young childrenDoes your little one have a love affair with the pen and paper and loves to write or scribble endlessly? Or does she have a writer’s block and is reluctant to pen away her thoughts? We have here...
TimeoutsChildren need a whole lot of love, to blossom. But it is also our responsibility as parents to help them learn acceptable behaviour. Parents should always try to use positive parenting methods...
Is it safe to take an X-Ray during pregnancy?Short answer: If your doctor decides you need X-rays, it is better to get an X-ray. There are no conclusive studies about whether/or how much the radiation in x-rays can affect your baby. Your...
Interesting drives / destinations around BangaloreInteresting drives / destinations around Bangalore Some of the off-beat drives / destinations around Bangalore that we cherish : Drive down to Devarayanadurga (Tumkur road) during rains – it...
Tips for dad or the support person - labour and childbirthYou are going to be the critical resource for mother-to-be during labour and childbirth (or delivery) Here are some tips you will find useful. If you are taking childbirth classes and want...
Shy child"My child seems shy" is one of the most common refrains we have heard from parents. This seems to be a big worry of Indian parents. We think this is a good sign because parents are realizing the...
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Far from the madding crowdLet me relate our 3 day trip to Chikmagalur last summer. While Ooty and Mysore are well known haunts,Chikmagalur is more scenic and much quieter. It is a hill station ,about 5 hrs drive from...
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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...
Lactating Indian mothers - Healthy foodsThe National Institute of Nutrition, a part of the Indian Council of Medical Research has created Recommended Dietary Allowances during lactation for Indian women. These are shown in the table...
Autism - OverviewWhat is autism? Autism is a neuro-biological developmental disorder which usually appears in early childhood and continues throughout someone's life. It is characterized by three primary...
Ideas for rewarding young children for good behaviourAs parents, we are often quick to punish or take away privileges from children, for bad behaviour. But how about rewarding young children for good behaviour? In general most of us recognize...
Drinking water during pregnancy - filtering, boiling, safety precautionsShort answer: Filter thee water, then boil it before consuming it during pregnancy. When you are pregnant, you are more aware and discerning about what you eat and drink in general and water is...
Some ideas for toughening 'em (children) upYour little one cannot stand the heat, the dirt and the flies when he goes vegetable shopping with you? She walks just a little bit, and starts huffing and puffing and complains that she is tired....
Natural pain relief during childbirthMost women feel anxious about the pain of labour and delivery. Many women prepare for this arduous process of labour and delivery beforehand. But childbirth is different for everyone and however...
Common sleep problems in young childrenSleep is an essential part of a young child's health. In this article, we tell you what are some of the common sleep problems in young Indian children, less than 10 years of age. (preschoolers,...
Ferber method for child sleep trainingMany parents struggle with good sleep for themselves and their child. You might have heard the term Ferber method for sleep training for babies or ‘ferberize’ your baby at night. Here we have...
Learn to read - Children (4 to 6 years)Reading and a love of books are a priceless skill that will benefit our children. They are also an effective alternative to television. Here we would like to share some tips on how you can help...
Children's rooms and Vastu shastraThis is a guest column on Vastu (also Vaastu or Vastushastra or Vastushastra) for children's rooms. Guest contributor: Arun Naik Anil and Anjali run their factory of wrought iron furniture in...
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...
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...
Kegel exercises for pregnant womenKegel exercises (KAY-gul or KEY-gul) can really benefit pregnant women in strengthening pelvic muscles for the arduous feat of childbirth. These muscles also tone up the pelvic area and help...
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...
Get your young child to chat about their day at schoolParent: "What happened in school today?" Child: "Nothing" or "Same" or "OK" How many of us have had this conversation once our child comes home from school? How do we get around...
Learn to talk - Children under 2Learning to talk and express themselves is one of the most critical skills that children will develop. As parents we can help them develop this critical skill. Here are some tips on what we can...
Flu prevention - basic tipsWith the news about swine flu, it maybe a good idea to remind ourselves about some basic tips to avoid spreading flu among children. Make sure children wash their hands with soap ...
Signs of pregnancyYou maybe looking at this article because you might have missed your period and are suspecting that you might be pregnant. Some women might suspect that they might be pregnant even before they...
Playdates - What to do when children fight?Playdates for children are a great opportunity for children to interact and learn social skills. They are also a great way to bond with other parents. But what do you do when the children fight...
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...
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,...

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