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Breast Feeding for working mothers
Posted : Dr. HK, Aug. 3, 2011
Breast-feeding while working takes careful planning and determination. Understand that the demands of your job will be the same even in your special circumstances. If you do not assume the responsibility for your feeding plan, nobody else will. If possible take at least two months of leave after childbirth before returning to work. You will need at least this ...
Posted : Dr. HK, Aug. 3, 2011
Breast-feeding while working takes careful planning and determination. Understand that the demands of your job will be the same even in your special circumstances. If you do not assume the responsibility for your feeding plan, nobody else will. If possible take at least two months of leave after childbirth before returning to work. You will need at least this ...
Advantages of Breast Feeding
Posted : Dr. HK, Aug. 2, 2011
Advantages of Breast Feeding Advantages of Breast feeding have been cited over and over again by medical experts, practitioners, academicians for lactating mothers. The debate on whether there is a significant advantage for the child’s growth through breast ...
Posted : Dr. HK, Aug. 2, 2011
Advantages of Breast Feeding Advantages of Breast feeding have been cited over and over again by medical experts, practitioners, academicians for lactating mothers. The debate on whether there is a significant advantage for the child’s growth through breast ...
Diet and Nutrition for Breast feeding
Posted : Dr. HK, Aug. 2, 2011
Diet & Nutrition for Breast Feeding Breast feeding is an important activity for a new parent. New mums are constantly under advisement from doctors, elders, fellow mums etc regarding the diet and nutrition that should be taken during the period of breast feeding the child. The calories required for breast feeding are supplied by the body fat reserves which are ...
Posted : Dr. HK, Aug. 2, 2011
Diet & Nutrition for Breast Feeding Breast feeding is an important activity for a new parent. New mums are constantly under advisement from doctors, elders, fellow mums etc regarding the diet and nutrition that should be taken during the period of breast feeding the child. The calories required for breast feeding are supplied by the body fat reserves which are ...
Bedwetting in children
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, April 29, 2011
Bedwetting is a common problem with children. When they are small and young, bedwetting is never considered a problem. Rather it is naturally accepted. But when the child grows from toddler to a kid of 4 to 5 years and the problem still persists, then its time that some measures are taken to stop him from wetting the bed. Causes ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, April 29, 2011
Bedwetting is a common problem with children. When they are small and young, bedwetting is never considered a problem. Rather it is naturally accepted. But when the child grows from toddler to a kid of 4 to 5 years and the problem still persists, then its time that some measures are taken to stop him from wetting the bed. Causes ...
Mentally prepare your child for high school
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, April 12, 2011
At every step of growth, children need help of their parents and teachers to make them comfortable with the changes in education. As they grow up they need more attention and as a parent you have to answer all their questions as half knowledge can create confusion in their minds and make them loose their morale at times. Although going ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, April 12, 2011
At every step of growth, children need help of their parents and teachers to make them comfortable with the changes in education. As they grow up they need more attention and as a parent you have to answer all their questions as half knowledge can create confusion in their minds and make them loose their morale at times. Although going ...
Pregnancy and prenatal care
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, April 12, 2011
Pregnancy is one of the most joyous occasions in the life of a woman. And if it is for the first time then, the joy knows no bounds. But after realizing the dream of getting pregnant, the would- be mother should also take care of her health and the growing fetus inside her womb so that the delivery is proper ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, April 12, 2011
Pregnancy is one of the most joyous occasions in the life of a woman. And if it is for the first time then, the joy knows no bounds. But after realizing the dream of getting pregnant, the would- be mother should also take care of her health and the growing fetus inside her womb so that the delivery is proper ...
How to feed your baby with health?
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, March 15, 2011
Earlier when a baby was born, there were so many people to attend to it as the families lived together and all grandparents and parents could guide the new mother the different traditional methods of feeding and nourishing the baby. But today, when almost all the families are nuclear, a newly mother has to depend upon the doctors, some close ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, March 15, 2011
Earlier when a baby was born, there were so many people to attend to it as the families lived together and all grandparents and parents could guide the new mother the different traditional methods of feeding and nourishing the baby. But today, when almost all the families are nuclear, a newly mother has to depend upon the doctors, some close ...
Caring for a Premature Child
Posted : Dr. Ankur, March 14, 2011
Premature child needs an intensive care to develop properly. There are several things to be organized and managed while taking care of premature kids. There are approximately 11 percent of the babies worldwide that are born premature. It is very critical and serious undertaking for a mother to keep child safe and secure from the risks and complications. They are ...
Posted : Dr. Ankur, March 14, 2011
Premature child needs an intensive care to develop properly. There are several things to be organized and managed while taking care of premature kids. There are approximately 11 percent of the babies worldwide that are born premature. It is very critical and serious undertaking for a mother to keep child safe and secure from the risks and complications. They are ...
What to do when your child has a fracture?
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Feb. 25, 2011
Accidents are part of daily life. You need not have to go out on the street to have a fracture or hairline crack. Small accidents can happen anywhere from home or in the office. Falling down from stairs or even in bathroom or garden is a regular thing. Most of the times you are lucky to escape getting fractured but ...
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Feb. 25, 2011
Accidents are part of daily life. You need not have to go out on the street to have a fracture or hairline crack. Small accidents can happen anywhere from home or in the office. Falling down from stairs or even in bathroom or garden is a regular thing. Most of the times you are lucky to escape getting fractured but ...
How to divert your child’s mind from gadgets?
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Feb. 23, 2011
Today everyone is busy. Not only working parents but even housewives and retired persons are also busy in their own work and hobbies. All of us want personal space and some private moments. What about children? They too nowadays have their own likings and hobbies. Earlier, children used to play more in the playground and were involved more in physical ...
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Feb. 23, 2011
Today everyone is busy. Not only working parents but even housewives and retired persons are also busy in their own work and hobbies. All of us want personal space and some private moments. What about children? They too nowadays have their own likings and hobbies. Earlier, children used to play more in the playground and were involved more in physical ...
Clothing for a newborn
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Feb. 2, 2011
A new born brings in a new joy in each life nearby. For some the new life is a feeling of parenthood and for some it may be a grandchild and for some the newborn may be a new brother and sister to play with. The new life is quite an excitement for all but being a parent one must ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Feb. 2, 2011
A new born brings in a new joy in each life nearby. For some the new life is a feeling of parenthood and for some it may be a grandchild and for some the newborn may be a new brother and sister to play with. The new life is quite an excitement for all but being a parent one must ...
Pressures on a student
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Feb. 1, 2011
Every stage of life has their own benefits and harms, a child thinks his father is so lucky no homework, no studies, no school and a father thinks the childhood is such bliss with no job pressures, responsibilities etc. The choice is quite to tough to make which one is more challenging a young blooming childhood or the full fledged ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Feb. 1, 2011
Every stage of life has their own benefits and harms, a child thinks his father is so lucky no homework, no studies, no school and a father thinks the childhood is such bliss with no job pressures, responsibilities etc. The choice is quite to tough to make which one is more challenging a young blooming childhood or the full fledged ...
Grooming your child the right way
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Jan. 14, 2011
Even one whisper in silence is enough to create sound. Similarly, one small incidence or discipline can make a big effect on the upbringing of a child. Because the mind of a child is like a clean slate which is eager to lap up all the information possible. That’s the reason why grooming of children in the right manner is ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Jan. 14, 2011
Even one whisper in silence is enough to create sound. Similarly, one small incidence or discipline can make a big effect on the upbringing of a child. Because the mind of a child is like a clean slate which is eager to lap up all the information possible. That’s the reason why grooming of children in the right manner is ...
Child care is not easy
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Jan. 14, 2011
Every child is the cynosure of its parent’s eyes and is very precious to them. The first child care starts in the pre-natal and natal stage when a child is an infant and is closest to his mother. During these days mother and the nurses taking care of the child has the responsibility to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Jan. 14, 2011
Every child is the cynosure of its parent’s eyes and is very precious to them. The first child care starts in the pre-natal and natal stage when a child is an infant and is closest to his mother. During these days mother and the nurses taking care of the child has the responsibility to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the ...
Be open with your child!
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Jan. 13, 2011
In this world of television where your children get exposed to many complex and intricate things at very tender age, it’s the responsibility of the parents to guide and be open with their children so that they can interpret the things in more understanding way. Which mother has not been asked by her child about how he was born? Whether ...
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Jan. 13, 2011
In this world of television where your children get exposed to many complex and intricate things at very tender age, it’s the responsibility of the parents to guide and be open with their children so that they can interpret the things in more understanding way. Which mother has not been asked by her child about how he was born? Whether ...
How to care for the first child when you are expecting a second one?
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Dec. 1, 2010
Woman feels complete when she becomes mother. First child is always pampered and well attended because for the first time mother, all the experience is new and she wants to provide her child the best possible. The second time around, you are much savvier and know all the pain and hard work it takes to make a good mother. So ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Dec. 1, 2010
Woman feels complete when she becomes mother. First child is always pampered and well attended because for the first time mother, all the experience is new and she wants to provide her child the best possible. The second time around, you are much savvier and know all the pain and hard work it takes to make a good mother. So ...
Parenting is tough for a child requiring surgery
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Nov. 13, 2010
The very idea of surgery sends shivers down the spine of any individual, thinking of the pain, immobility, diet restriction, injections, dressings, hospitalisation, with leave from work come first to mind. And when a parent of a small child then things turn worse, he is so weak, docile, and small, can’t even bear a mild cough, cold, fever, he is ...
Posted : Dr. Shalini Kapoor Kad, Nov. 13, 2010
The very idea of surgery sends shivers down the spine of any individual, thinking of the pain, immobility, diet restriction, injections, dressings, hospitalisation, with leave from work come first to mind. And when a parent of a small child then things turn worse, he is so weak, docile, and small, can’t even bear a mild cough, cold, fever, he is ...
Working women, looking after a child
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Oct. 29, 2010
With the gradual decrease in the joint family cultures, things may have become independent but when it comes to bringing up a child there are a few issues. Female’s unguided fall under various day to day dilemmas to act wise and aid their newborn with the best. With no elderly to guide often she feels confused and hopeless. She doesn’t ...
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Oct. 29, 2010
With the gradual decrease in the joint family cultures, things may have become independent but when it comes to bringing up a child there are a few issues. Female’s unguided fall under various day to day dilemmas to act wise and aid their newborn with the best. With no elderly to guide often she feels confused and hopeless. She doesn’t ...
Diarrhoea in new born
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Sept. 29, 2010
Even with ever rising facilities in the field of infant care there are a few aspects which still stand despite of improvisations and newer strategies. Diarrhoea is one name that is very much prevalent and surely anchors strong in existence. Here the trick lies to analyse on the condition; the frequent passage of stools in the new born is common ...
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Sept. 29, 2010
Even with ever rising facilities in the field of infant care there are a few aspects which still stand despite of improvisations and newer strategies. Diarrhoea is one name that is very much prevalent and surely anchors strong in existence. Here the trick lies to analyse on the condition; the frequent passage of stools in the new born is common ...
Parenting for a cancer child
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Sept. 24, 2010
Cancer the name in itself is very disheartening and some unfortunate parents who get to know the pathology related to their own blood the situation is tough. On one hand they have to take care of their personal pain and helplessness and on the other they need to support the child to the maximum from all cruelties. The time is ...
Posted : Dr. Ankur, Sept. 24, 2010
Cancer the name in itself is very disheartening and some unfortunate parents who get to know the pathology related to their own blood the situation is tough. On one hand they have to take care of their personal pain and helplessness and on the other they need to support the child to the maximum from all cruelties. The time is ...
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