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  Sucking Thumbs- 5 Ways To Deal With This Habit It has been up for debate whether thumb sucking causes teeth misalignment or not. While some dentists say that thumb sucking beyond the age of four can damage the alignment of baby teeth. Also, it possibly forms jaw deformities, overbite/underbite, lisp due to jaw alignment, and palate (roof of the mouth) alteration. Others argue that the misalignment of teeth and other dental deformities has nothing to do with sucking thumb. Either way, orthodontia can be expensive for you and painful for your child, later in life. It can also make their self-confidence suffer in the later years. So, getting rid of the habit at the right time is necessary. Although children grow out of this habit eventually without their parent’s intervention. But if you wish to get rid of the habit, you need to first understand the motivation behind the habit. Also Read:  9 Things you Should Be Careful While Baby Proofing Your House Your child d...

  20 FAQ’S that mother has before starting the IVF procedure? What is IVF? IVF is short for In-Vitro Fertilization. It is a common fertility method in which the egg is fertilized outside the body in a petri-dish before being placed in the uterus. The procedure involves a series of steps and medications based on the reasons why IVF was chosen as a fertility option. Why will I need a donor? A donor may be required for eggs or sperms in case of same-sex couples opting for IVF or when the intended mother’s ovaries are not producing enough eggs or are absent. A donor for the sperms may be required if the intended father is sterile. Will the donor be anonymous? The donor can be anonymous or may be a known person like a family member or a friend based on the couple’s decision. In most cases, fertility centers run egg and sperm donation programs. Are the donors screened? Fertility centers running an egg or sperm donation program screen the donors for a wide range of parameters, including p...

  Aam Panna Recipe For Summer It is a refreshing summer cooler popular in northern and western parts of India. This recipe post shares the method of making aam panna concentrate as well as making aam panna drink. The aam panna concentrate stays good for a few months in the fridge. It is a vegan summer cooler made from unripe green mangoes. It is made when mangoes make their appearance in the hot Indian summers. Aam panna has a tangy, sweet taste with hints of cardamom, cumin & black salt. The addition of these spice powders and black salt not only brings in more flavours but also helps in the digestion. Ingredients For Cooking Mangoes 2   medium sized raw unripe mangoes   or 400 grams green mangoes 2   cups   water   – for pressure cooking Other Ingredients 1.5   cups   sugar or jaggery powder   or 325 grams sugar or add as required 1   teaspoon   cardamom powder 1   teaspoon  roasted cumin powder ¼  teaspoon ...

  10 things your child expect from you Respect.  If  you  do not respect  your children , they will in turn learn not to respect  you .  Children  will do as  you  do, not as  you  say. They are not going to respect  you  simply because  you  are an adult. They can only respect an adult who respects them. Parenting requires we find the balance between loving our children, disciplining them, and allowing them the necessary confusion and suffering essential for their self-discovery. All children have some very basic needs, which when given in the correct balance, help them to develop the resiliency required for a strong sense of Self.  Love All children need love. All children deserve love. We can give our children all the worlds’ materialistic love yet they will seem done because they want unintentional love and acceptance. What we can never give too much in love. Love is simple, it is nonmaterial and is...

  What are the risks involved in IVF and 6 things you should do before going for IVF Every year many couples struggle to get pregnant worldwide. The reasons for infertility could be plenty, but the most common treatment practiced is IVF (In-vitro Fertilization). IVF is considered to be the most effective synthetic reproductive method and is often suggested to women facing infertility above the age of 35. What are the Risks Involved in IVF? Pregnancy is one of the most natural events. But, whenever pregnancy does not occur naturally or happens with some kind of medical assistance, there are risks involved. IVF is no exception to this. Multiple births: One of the most common disadvantages of IVF is multiple births. When the IVF process is carried out, doctors retrieve multiple mature eggs from the woman and fertilize them in the lab.  This is a complicated process and several factors hinder the success rate of this process. To ensure pregnancy, doctors create more than one embry...

  8 Foods You Should Try Avoiding While Trying to Conceive The decision to get pregnant is quite an important one, and you would definitely want to be at the best of your fertile health to get pregnant. But sometimes, it does happen that you are unable to get pregnant for the first time. Studies point that proper nutrition and a healthy diet play a significant role in your fertility. So, ladies, we are going to discuss some types of foods that you should avoid having while you are trying to be a mother so that you can conceive much easily.   Also Read:  20 Books that you should read while you are pregnant Sugary Foods :  Generally, in your daily diet, you should always minimize the content of sugary foods. But if you are trying to conceive, then it’s an absolute no. High sugar product contains a lot of artificial and refined sugar which automatically means that it would be filled with carbohydrates. This increases the level of insulin in your body, thereby directly a...

10 things that add to the success of IVF In Vitro Fertilization or IVF is a complicated process that highly depends on timing and accuracy. The success rate of pregnancy through IVF is 15-20%. But there are a few things that can help in improving the chances of an IVF pregnancy. And those are listed here. Diet We are what we eat. And especially during or before the IVF cycle, try to maintain healthy eating habits. Avoid junk food. Do not make any major changes in your diet, like going gluten or sugar-free. One of the studies shows that eating a rainbow diet that is eating colorful vegetables increase the success rate of IVF pregnancy in women. This rule is not only applicable for women but men too can stick to a rainbow diet to improve sperm health. Some of the common food items other than fruits and vegetables that need to be included in the diet are fish, poultry, whole grain, and legumes. Healthy fats are important along with low-fat dairy products. Avoid red meat and highly process...

  Mango Lassi Mango Lassi is our all time favorite Indian summer drink. What better way than to combine the sweetness of mangoes with the tanginess of yogurt. Make this fruity, thick, creamy, refreshing Mango Lassi recipe in less than 15 minutes with ripe mangoes, yogurt and your choice of flavorings – cardamom, saffron or rose water. A simple mango lassi is made with fresh yogurt or Curd, sweet mangoes and a touch of cardamom. For a bit of rich and creamy taste, some cream is included. How to make Mango Lassi Puree Mangoes 1. Rinse, peel and chop 3 to 4 medium-sized mangoes. You need about 2 cups of chopped mangoes. Add the chopped mangoes in a blender. Add 4 to 5 tablespoons sugar or honey or any sweetener of your choice. You can choose to omit adding any of the sweeteners if you prefer or if the mangoes are very sweet. You can add more sugar later if the lassi has more of a sour taste. 2. Add flavorings of your choice – ½ teaspoon cardamom powder or 8 to 10 saffro...

  10 tips for women who are planning for pregnancy Hey Ladies! You have already taken the momentous decision for life, i.e., to start your motherhood journey; however, it is very crucial that you know your body and what to do and what not, especially if you are trying to get pregnant. Most people say that only being aware of the menstrual cycle is enough, but it is not so. Through this post, we are going to highlight some tips for women who are planning for pregnancy. So, keep reading. 1.Keep a check on your period cycle: It is very important that you keep track of the time when your period happens every month. It might be after a fixed number of days or maybe irregular. Depending on this you may also understand when you are ovulating and try to conceive during that period. According to reports, a women’s egg remains fertile till twelve to twenty-four hours, and the sperm of a man can survive for about five days. Related Article:  Freezing Embryos: A Lot Of People Are Turning ...

                             10 items to boost fertility for women Did you know that most couples face fertility issues while planning for a baby? The problem can be present on either side, both the woman and the man. So, don’t be afraid of  infertility  because it affects about one in every six couples. While infertility is sometimes incurable, few things can help you boost your fertility chances. Here is a list of some of the important lifestyle factors, nutrients, and foods that have been associated with improved fertility in women. Eat A Nutritional Diet: A diet rich in iron, calcium, complex carbohydrates, zinc, omega-3 fatty acid, and vitamin can help you boost your fertility and increase the chance of getting pregnant. Maintain Healthy Weight: Being both underweight and overweight affects the chances of getting pregnant. As per studies, 25% of women experience  infertility  because of o...

  THESE 7 THINGS NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT C-SECTION If you have planned a  c-section , you have probably done your research. You understand what a c-section means and the choices for making it more comfortable. Maybe you also went online to watch some videos and curate your playlist. However, people forget that this is still a major operation. Because they get their little one at the end, and as a result, they do not know the small and big things that sometimes happen when you undergo this form of procedure. You may get the shivers. If you have a  spinal block , you can experience spasms, which is a common side effect of the drug. It can appear odd, but “it isn’t excessive.” It is more like a “light shiver,” and when the anaesthesia wears off, it should go away. You Could Experience Some Tugging Your caesarean will be painless due to the anaesthesia you will get, but you will always feel something. Anaesthesia is meant to strip away discomfort, sharpness...

  10 creative pregnancy and newborn photo ideas Expecting a bundle of joy this year? Let’s whip out the camera and make some memories! Did you know that around 360,000 babies are born every day? That rounds out to about 130 million births per year! Capturing the beautiful moments of your newborn baby’s life is crucial. Scheduling a photo shoot is the best way to do it. There are many newborn photo ideas to try for your baby album, keep reading to find out what they are. Here are 10 beautiful pregnancy photo ideas and inspiration for photographing your newborn baby.   Sleeping beauty   A kid’s bed can be a gorgeous photo prop for a newborn. Sweet siblings A cute childhood memory like this is definitely one for the family album! Read more