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Giving birth is a new and very special feeling. In many cultures and religions, there are celebrations to honor pregnant women. Some rituals include dedicated prayers, baby shower’s and practice of washing to-be mom feet using herbs to put her in a calm and relaxed mood. Today, child birth is celebrated with relatives at home and generally there is a ‘welcome baby’ party. But, the birth can also trigger a lot of powerful emotions. Yes, it ranges from excitement to uncertainty. It’s the time when you mind all sorts of questions, for example, how to properly care for a baby? What should you do when a baby cries? How to keep a baby safe? The list is nearly endless… The jumble of emotions mixed together produce feelings of insecure and underprepared. New mom’s easily fall into a spiral of emotional facing ‘baby blues’, panic and insomnia. These are postpartum depression symptoms , mostly they begin within two-four days after birth. Common Symptoms Of Depression Some of the first sy...

A baby’s fussy behavior can make their parents anxious. In some cases, these mood changes are unpredictable. Thus, learning about wonder weeks is important. After doing comprehensive research, doctors Van de Rijt and Plooij made charts for times when the babies may feel good or fussy. However, the wonder weeks patterns aren’t the same for every baby. So, don’t worry if it doesn’t work for your baby. Wonder Weeks And Leaps Wonder weeks describe periods of infant development. Research says that  during these periods, babies get physical and mental growth rapidly. Changing things quickly and learning new skills at a different pace may make your baby frustrated or scared. Thus, during this time, the baby should be well taken care of by their parents and caregivers. The wonder weeks chart can be used by calculating your baby’s age in weeks (starting from the due date). In the first year, the baby goes through about eight leaps. And, each leap is associated with different milestones the...

With the progressing world, a lot of traditional practices are discarded for modern techniques that people find to be better and more effective. One of the biggest examples of this process is baby-led weaning or BLW .   Gone are the days when you had to swing the spoon around like an aeroplane to feed the baby. Modern practices call for the baby to feed itself. If you wish to give this method of feeding a try, I have a list of foods that will be best for you to begin BLW.  What is Baby-Led Weaning? Baby-led weaning is when you introduce solid foods to the baby by not spoon feeding them but by letting them eat it using their own hands. You place specific finger foods, specifically mashable, and let the baby put it into their mouth and eat it on their own.  BLW is effective because it not only lets babies have control over what they eat but also improves their jaw strength, promotes good eating habits and keeps them from gaining excess weight.  You must know when to b...

Also called nausea gravidarum, morning sickness can lead to nausea and vomiting. It usually occurs during pregnancy. Approximately 70 percent of pregnant women experience morning sickness and nausea & vomiting can be serious in 3 percent of the patients. In fact, there’s some evidence that it can be considered as a sign of healthy pregnancy. In most cases, morning sickness causes no unpleasant effects & doesn’t have any health risks to the baby. Morning Sickness Symptoms Vomiting and nausea are the common symptoms of morning sickness. These are usually triggered by certain spicy foods, odors, etc. Sometimes, there’s no such triggers. The symptoms usually start appearing between 6 and 9 weeks of pregnancy. In some cases, patients can lose weight. If you have severe symptoms, it’s necessary to seek professional help from a licensed doctor. Morning Sickness Causes What exactly causes morning sickness is unknown. However, some medical experts say that hormonal changes may develo...

Chickenpox is a viral infection that can lead to itchy rash on the skin, which can turn into scabs. Usually, the signs of chickenpox start appearing within 10 to 21 days after an individual is exposed to the virus. The CDC estimates that over 3.5 million cases of varicella are reported each year.  In this post, we are going to discuss chickenpox symptoms , what causes it & more. What Are Chickenpox Symptoms? One of the most common signs of chickenpox is itchy rash, which has three phases—pink/red bumps, fluid-filled blisters, and scabs. The rashes may appear for several days. And, in some cases, they may cover different parts of the body.  The infection usually causes feelings of being unwell, and patients may experience the following symptoms- Fever Tiredness Body aches Change in appetite Headache Additionally, chickenpox has some complications, such as dehydration, pneumonia, inflammation in the brain, and death. What Causes Chickenpox? The chickenpox infection is caused...

  Are you a new parent? If yes, then don’t worry if you feel confused or have developed feelings of inadequacy. It’s very common to self-doubt and question every step when taking care of your newborn child. But, in the end, no matter the confusion, it’s all about developing a bond with your baby.  Thankfully, there’s a way that can help you achieve that and also get rid of self-doubt. It’s a simple baby massage . As much as we know about the benefits of baby massage for a baby’s health, it’s equally helpful in getting closer to your infant. Here are some explanations for the same.  Baby Massage Gives Comfort A massage is always relaxing. Observe your child when you give them a massage. They might slowly dose off too if you continue rubbing their arms and thighs.  Besides relaxing your baby, a massage also helps increase eye contact and quality time, each of which is very important to develop in the early years of growth. It helps the child get accustomed to your pres...