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palkar's blog, Dec 1, 2010 2:48 PM

Hi all, Am new to parentree but find the blogs very informative. i would like to know the opinion of parents whose children study in the Lodha Memorial school. the setup looks very impressive and cle...

Getting organized for school admissions : Smart tips

Parentree-editors' blog, Nov 23, 2009 9:31 AM

The 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 decide...

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"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...
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. ...
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...
Involve 'em in chores - good for them and good for you!It is a great idea to involve your children in household chores right from the beginning. Of course, they are children and the main “work” of young children is play. Also, sometimes the process...
Is it safe to use insecticides or pesticides or sprays during pregnancy?Short answer: Stop using insecticides and pesticides and sprays. Or stay as far away from them as possible. Some common pesticides used around the house are mosquito spray (BayGon etc.),...
Helping our children eat vegetables and fruitsAs parents, we all know the importance of having our children eat vegetables and fruits every day. However, we are also very familiar with our children's responses like "I don't like it", "Yuck",...
India Gate: masti and prideOne of our favorite places to take the kids in Delhi is India Gate (in the heart of Delhi) and that too after dinner at night. It is pleasant and fun even in the Delhi summers—thanks to the vast...
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...
"It's my choice. I can do what I want" - Common parent-child arguments and what to do...Your daughter asks you for something and you say that she cannot have it. Her response "It's my choice. I can do what I want" Typical example: "I want to eat my kheer before I eat lunch" What...
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...
BedwettingMany children wet their bed involuntarily. This is very common in children under 5 years and is not a cause for concern. In a study conducted in Chandigarh, India for children between 3 - 10...
Pregnancy - Visits to the doctorDuring pregnancy (even an easy routine one) you can expect many doctor's visits and and tests. A typical schedule of prenatal doctor appointments About once every month during the first...
8 tips for an easy, stylish and organized wardrobe for kids Kids clothes spilling out of all their shelves, tired of sorting through kids clothes, spending a fortune on their clothes and still not being able to have the right thing for them to wear? Of...
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,...
Newborn - Home safety checklistBringing 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...
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...
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...
Non-stress test (NST)This is not a routine test. A doctor will use this any time after 26-28 weeks for high-risk pregnancies to ensure that the baby is getting enough oxygen and is not in any kind of distress. This...
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....
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...
Computers, Internet and children (Basic guidelines)Computers and the Internet are changing the way the world does things and are pervasive these days. Here is a guide that will help Indian parents tap the power of the computers and the net for...
Stress TestThis is an invasive test so doctors use it only as a last option. The stress test measures how the baby can handle the “stress” of labour and is conducted in late pregnancy. This maybe done if...
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...
When can my baby hear music during pregnancy?Listening to nice soothing music can have a calming effect on both mom and the baby inside her womb. Babies can usually hear sounds form the outside starting around the 20th week of the...
How much sleep do infants and babies need?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:...
Should we "let them win all the time"?As parents we often play games and sports with our kids. These require skills, effort or luck for winning. And when the little one runs into trouble, we often contrive to let them win. We let them...
Placental abruptionThis is a condition in which the placenta separates from the uterus, before delivery. Placenta is the organ that connects the mother and the baby. It supplies oxygen and nutrients to the baby and...
Foodie timeMy son has just returned from BITS Pilani for an end semester vacation. While still on their way, the boys(my son & his friends) called from the taxi wanting to discuss what food they shall get...
How long does it take to conceive (become pregnant)?It can take a long time. Research shows that the average couple (under 35) has only a 20 to 30 percent chance of getting pregnant in any given menstrual cycle, as long as they have regular...
Taking care of your baby's teeth and gumsIndian parents can set their child on a lifelong path of good dental health by giving them good dental care even as a baby. Even though most babies start teething only when they are 6 months or...
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...
Teaching children through musical intelligence (multiple intelligence) - Activities,...Musical intelligence is how we relate to sound and music and patterns, to be able to listen and absorb from sounds, to be able to think in rhythms and patterns, and to recognize these and...
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 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...
Ten early good manners for a young childPoliteness is an essential characteristic in everyone. It is important that parents help children learn politeness early in life. Usually, preschool and kindergarten years (2 1/2 to 6) are the...
Sadras Fort - Day trip - ChennaiSadras (Saduranga pattinam) is an old Dutch fort that is located just past Mahabalipuram, near the Kalpakkam atomic power plant. It is next to the beach and is a nice place to have a small picnic...
Is your child being bullied?Bullying is a real problem in India and all over the world. Here are some tips on how Indian parents can recognize it, and address it. When should you suspect your child is being bullied? ...
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...
Chore ideas for young children - Increases independence and self-confidenceHere are some common household chores that you can ask your young children to do. Letting children do these chores helps them gain confidence and also increases their ability to act independently...
For fans of Thomas the tank engine - a must-see in ChennaiMy kids are huge fans of Thomas the Tank Engine and I must confess, so am I. When we heard about a railway museum in Chennai, we knew we had to go there. A web search brought up a website with...
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....
Nrityagram (exploring Bangalore outskirts)One of our favorite family outings in Bangalore (with our 2 kids--5 and 8) is visiting Nrityagram (the dance village) and the Taj Kuteeram next to it. What Nrityagram is the dance school with...
Advertising and your childIt is estimated that the average child in India watches 3 to 4 hours of television every day. Most of this viewing is done without supervision by an adult. During this time, children watch dozens...
Why are proteins important for children?Proteins are very important for children as they help their body grow. Proteins are the source of amino acids, which are the building blocks of your child's body. Amino acids help the development...
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...
Common fertility problems - men and womenInfertility is typically defined as failure to conceive after 1 year of unprotected sex. Contrary to the common assumption, infertility affects both men and women equally. It is also a reasonably...
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...
Parenting a teenager - SimplifiedEmotional roller-coasters, friends today - enemies tomorrow, pressure of studies, first and many crushes, alien changes in the body, the temptation to try the forbidden zones of adulthood, and...
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...
9 tips that can help your child focus and finish their homeworkHaving trouble getting your child to finish their homework? Is their focus wavering? Are they getting distracted? Here are some tips that can help. Allocate a time for homework If your child...
Swine flu (H1N1) - Pregnancy - Precautions, Symptoms, What to do...Pregnancy is a time when mothers have to be particularly careful about swine flu (H1N1). Is it dangerous? It is not clear as to whether swine flu is more dangerous in pregnant women than any...
Maternal Serum ScreeningMaternal Serum Screening is also called multiple marker screening test, triple screen, quad screen or loosely called AFP. It is a blood test that is given to all pregnant women. Typically it...
BullyingBullying is a real problem in India and all over the world. Children of all ages can be subjected to bullying. This may come in many forms - from jokes and teasing with or without malicious intent...
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)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...
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...
Learn to read - Children under 2Reading 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...
"You are always shouting at me" - Common parent-child arguments and what to do about themYou raise your voice or say something in a stern tone and you hear from your child - "You are always shouting at me". What you are tempted to do or say An overwhelming feeling comes upon...
Children - Living with epilepsyChildren with epilepsy can go on to lead happy, active, successful lives except in the most extreme cases. Here are some tips that parents can use when they have a child with epilepsy. ...
Teeth grinding (Bruxism)Bruxism is the phenomenon of clenching or grinding of teeth, especially when asleep. In a study conducted in Chandigarh, India for children between 3 - 10 years, 12% of parents reported this...
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...
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...
Ranganathittu - Birds, birds and more birdsRanganathittu is an awesome bird sanctuary near Srirangapatna. It is very small, and consists of small islands in the Cauvery, where birds nest. Though small, there are birds, birds, birds...
Teaching children through linguistic intelligence (multiple intelligence) -...Linguistic intelligence is how we use language, to express one's thoughts and feelings with clarity so others may comprehend, understand, even enjoy them. This can be verbal or in written form....
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...
Television and your childTelevision is often called the "one-eyed babysitter" by parents. Our kids seem to become calm, quiet, attentive in front of the television. Most importantly, it seems to parents like a load is...
Things to do with kids in DelhiSome on our list. Please share your favorites so we can check out new things... India Gate At night, even in summers is cool Vast green lawns for kids to run...
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,...
When are you most fertile?Conceiving "naturally" does not mean leaving everything to chance. Understanding your body's fertility signals can help you conceive faster. The timing of ovulation is complex and can take some...
Teaching children about strangersTeaching children about strangers is important as society gets busier and the world around us gets more dangerous. Here are some tips parents can use. Whenever you discuss this issue, be clear...
Children's activities in Chennai Fun activities and things to do for kids, in and around Chennai Dakshina Chitra - Dakshina Chitra is a museum of South Indian cultural heritage. Kids can visit various stalls set up by...

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