Caring for Toddlers (1-3 yrs) Tips

Children are highly at risk of developing a common cold. It has been said that 22 million school days are lost each year because of the common cold. This can easily be prevented by a number of simple measures.

Here are the most common methods which people take to make sure that they do not catch the flu:

1. Make your child wash their hands
This is the most common reason for children getting the common cold. It is possible that whatever you touch may get infected with your ...more

One of the most precious gifts of God is parenting. Parents lives are always filled with a number of responsibilities, with the health of their kids being not only one of them but also one of the most primary responsibilities, as each and every parent wish to see their children stay fit and healthy.

Benefits of Homeopathy Treatment for Illness in Children

Homeopathy works really well to treat a number of diseases. Still, it has a special connection with the problems which chi...more

किसी भी बच्चे का जन्म प्रत्येक मां-बाप के लिए खुशियों का मौका होता है. बच्चों की ख्वाहिश हर मां-बाप को होती है लेकिन असली परेशानियां तो बच्चे पैदा होने के बाद ही शुरू होती है. यदि बचपन से ही उनका ध्यान ठीक से नहीं रखा गया तो आगे चलकर कोई परेशानी उत्पन्न हो सकती है. हम सभी अपने शरीर के लिए आवश्यक पोषक तत्व और अन्य पदार्थों की आपूर्ति भोजन के माध्यम से ही करते हैं. इसलिए बच्चों के भोजन का भी उचित ध्यान रखना पड़ेगा खास करके ऐसे बच्चे जिनकी उम्र 2 साल से भी कम है. वह ठीक से बोल भी नहीं पाते इसलिए उन...more

The role of parents in language development of children is a primary one. Basically, it will be a one way communication as babies will not respond but that should not deter you from speaking to them. It has been shown that talking to children early on helps them to talk faster and learn more words. The number of words a child hears is directly proportional to the amount of vocabulary he/she will be able to master.

6 ways to help your baby learn speaking:

1. Let them listen a lo...more

Child nutrition from age 6 months to 5 years Growth and development of a child depends on the nourishment received by the child right from birth. Healthy diet and proper eating habits are essential to be inculcated in a child as early as possible. A balanced diet given to the child at the earliest provides all nutrients required for adequate growth and development. Nutritional value of every food item introduced in the child s diet should be gauged prior and then given to the child.

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What is Weaning?

All babies reach a stage where only breast milk is insufficient to supply the nutrients required for the growth of the babies. This usually happens at around 6 months of life. This time one has to introduce new foods apart from breast milk which is called as weaning.

How to start weaning?

Start with one meal a day and see how your baby reacts.
Choose the best time of the day for you and your baby.
Try feeding your baby with your family at meal ...more

A mother s milk is said to be the most nutritious food for a new born baby. It contains the perfect balance of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals needed for your baby and changes to keep up with your baby s growing needs. However, the benefits of breastfeeding extend way beyond nutritional value. Breastfeeding is beneficial for both you and your baby. Ideally, a baby should be breastfed for at least the first six months.

Here are 5 major benefits of breastfeeding.
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Children are highly at risk of developing a common cold. It has been said that 22 million school days are lost each year because of the common cold.

This can easily be prevented by a number of simple measures. Here are the most common methods which people take to make sure that they do not catch the flu:


1. Make your child wash their hands
This is the most common reason for children getting the common cold. It is possible that whatever you touch may get infected with ...more

Is your child refusing to grab anything other than chicken nuggets? When your child s nutrition is an aching subject to deal with in your household, remember you are not the only one. Many parents are actually worried about the fussiness of their children over food. But your child s food preferences would also mature with age. Until then, you can consider trying out these following tips to avoid any kind of mealtime hassles.

Respect your child's appetite or lack of one: Respect your chi...more

If your child comes out of bathroom and cries that while he or she poops it hurts, it's time that you start doing something for his or her constipation. This is a problem that is found among many children and most of the times, if left unnoticed, it can prove to be dangerous. There are many signs that will let you know that your child is suffering from constipation. For instance, if you find your child complaining about stomach pain, or bloating, there are chances that he or she is suffering fro...more