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  I decided to start off my very first blog on Parentree by sharing some thoughts on my reactions to the book: Bringing up Vasu- That first year  As you might appreciate, the very la...

In India, nine women die every hour from complications related to pregnancy or childbirth, adding up to 78,000 deaths a year. A million babies die annually. This country has the unfortunate distinct...

New dads often find themselves wondering how they can bond with their baby, especially when compared to mom who is spending so much time with baby through maternity leave, feeding the baby etc., Of co...

Breastfeeding can be a challenge in the first few days, especially for first time moms. Contrary to the popular notion, breastfeeding does not necessarily come all that “naturally” to mos...

Your baby will not be at her prettiest when she arrives. She has been inside you for nine months, and then went through the twists and turns of coming out. Expect to see some of the following after a...

Babies have only way of alerting you and that is crying. So they use this communication means to get the attention of parents for a variety of reasons. Here are some of the reasons they maybe crying. ...

These 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 have no...

Babies will vary greatly in their sleeping patterns and in the number of hours they sleep, as can be seen from the typical ranges shown below. 0 - 2 months: 14 to 20 hours per day 3 - 12 months: 12 ...

Indian 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 ...

The 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 below. ...

Here are answers for some common questions about breastfeeding. Benefits of breastfeeding - for the baby Benefits of breastfeeding - for the mother When should I start breastfeeding a...

Here is a handy list of items that you will find useful in your preparation for a new Indian baby. Equipment Tote bag that you can stylishly carry when taking your baby around M...

Congratulations on your new baby!  You must be very excited, proud and maybe a little bit worried. Relax, do your best and sail forth. In this series of articles, we are focusing on physical,...

SIDS is one of the most puzzling dangers to a baby in his or her first year of life. In fact, the term is not a specific syndrome at all. It is an umbrella term that is used when a baby dies a sudden,...

Bringing a newborn home is an exciting and life-changing event. The baby will add so much to our lives, and it is important that we provide an environment that ensures the baby is safe and is nurtured...