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  10 Simple Ways to Set a Good Example for Your Children Children look up to their parents and follow everything that their parents do which makes parents concerned about their behavior. Being a parent is a responsibility that will determine your child’s nature while growing up. According to some researches, good parenting involves a great deal of consistency and routine. It also involves parents supporting their children physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually. Not only parents but it is also very important for the teachers to set the right example in front of their students. So, in this article, we’ll discuss the 10 steps you should follow to set a good example for your child. Let’s hop into it: Be susceptible: Parents often make the mistake of only telling their success stories to their children rather than talking about their challenges and failures too. Every success story is backed by some failures and shortcomings and it needs to be addressed to your children. ...

  Pineapple Payasam Recipe for this Diwali There are many varieties of payasam and pineapple payasam is one of them. The fruity pineapple flavor, the earthy flavor and taste of jaggery and the aroma of coconut milk, make this dessert pretty unique. Jaggery which is used as a sweetener in the recipe, can also be replaced by sugar. However, the flavors are better with jaggery. Ingredients 1   cup   finely chopped pineapple   or 200 grams pineapple without the peel ⅓   cup   powdered or grated jaggery   or 60 to 65 grams, add as per taste as the sweetness also depends on the sweetness of pineapple ⅓   cup   water 1   cup   coconut milk   250 ml 3 to 4   green cardamoms   – crushed or ½ teaspoon cardamom powder 12 to 15   cashews 15 to 18   golden raisins 1   tablespoon   coconut oil,   can also use ghee instead of coconut oil Instructions Preparation Chop pineapple slices finely. You will need 1 ...

  Covaxin Shot Recommended For Children In India Covaxin is the first whole-cell inactivated vaccine approved for use and the first in the world for children as small as two years. An expert panel on Tuesday recommended Covaxin – Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine – for use on children between the ages of two and 18. “Bharat Biotech has submitted data from clinical trials in the two – 18 age group for Covaxin to CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation). The data has been thoroughly reviewed by the Subject Expert Committee (SEC)… provided positive recommendations,” the Hyderabad-based company said. “This represents one of the first approvals worldwide for COVID-19 vaccines for the two – 18 age group… We now await further regulatory approvals prior to product launch and market availability of Covaxin for Children,” the company said. “We (always) said we will get a vaccine for children between two and 18… it will be approved soon. SEC has recommended… it will ...

  Can a Face Mask Give You a Headache? Is wearing a mask causing you a headache? Here’s why Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself from getting infected by the novel coronavirus. But wearing masks, washing hands and maintaining social distance should be followed even after getting vaccinated, says the government. Washing hands and maintaining social distance is easy for everyone, but wearing a mask for long can lead to discomfort and headache. Can you relate? If yes, this article is a must-read for you. Mask leading to headache Masks have helped a great deal in reducing the transmission of the infection during the pandemic. But now as people are going out for longer hours, there is a rise in the number of mask-related headache complaints. Many people complain of headaches, discomfort, dehydration, and disorientation after wearing the mask for long. But why exactly does it happen? Let’s find out. Wearing a mask is even more difficult for people who have a cold, cough...

  Four things you can do to support your teen’s emotional development Helping your teens grow through emotional changes If you have a teen at home, you know how real the struggle is. They are undergoing drastic changes, both physically and emotionally. They have a brain that’s developing into an adult’s brain, yet not fully there. They seem extremely unsure one time and snappy and egoist the next. And with the invasion of technology in their lives, their life is as chaotic in their head as can be! But were we too different as teens? The acne, the first crush, the growing bodies, feeling judged at all times, and the snip of the finger in which their best day turns into their worst! While we cannot generalize teen behavior, they all are struggling with their self-esteem, confidence, growth, maturity, and intelligence at some level. We spoke to experts to find ways parents can help their teen wade through these years and emerge stronger emotionally and mentally. Read more

  Covaxin Shot Recommended For Children In India Covaxin is the first whole-cell inactivated vaccine approved for use and the first in the world for children as small as two years. An expert panel on Tuesday recommended Covaxin – Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine – for use on children between the ages of two and 18. “Bharat Biotech has submitted data from clinical trials in the two – 18 age group for Covaxin to CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation). The data has been thoroughly reviewed by the Subject Expert Committee (SEC)… provided positive recommendations,” the Hyderabad-based company said. “This represents one of the first approvals worldwide for COVID-19 vaccines for the two – 18 age group… We now await further regulatory approvals prior to product launch and market availability of Covaxin for Children,” the company said. “We (always) said we will get a vaccine for children between two and 18… it will be approved soon. SEC has recommended… it will ...

  Extra spacing between letters can boost children’s reading speed A new study has found that a child’s reading speed can be improved by increasing space between the letters in a text. The findings of the study were published in the journal ‘Research in Developmental Disabilities’. The research, led by Dr Steven Stagg of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), examined the benefits of letter spacing and coloured overlays amongst a group of dyslexic and non-dyslexic children. It is the first study to investigate how these adaptations can help to reduce specific reading errors. Published in the journal Research in Developmental Disabilities, the study discovered that text with increased space between each letter provided a benefit to both groups of children. On average, the dyslexia group showed a 13 percent increase in reading speed, while the comparison group of non-dyslexic children showed a 5 percent increase in reading speed. The study involved 59 children aged between 11-15, 32 of whom...

  Sexual health education- is it still a taboo? Children while growing up need to develop knowledge about sexuality and reproductive health not only because it is important as a part of education but also because it will help children protect themselves. Sex education will not only help children to increase their self-esteem but also will have positive reinforcement and confidence in them to lead a healthier life. There are several assessments and surveys conducted among children and parents to check their attitudes towards sexual health. In this article, we are going to talk about sex education for youth and why the lack of sex education in schools hurts overall sexual health. What is sex education all about? The main aim behind sex education is to educate every individual about healthy and safe sex practices so that individuals can practice them to the fullest potential. It also helps one to identify oneself and what one is comfortable in. Why is sex education important? Without ...

  Can a Face Mask Give You a Headache? Is wearing a mask causing you a headache? Here’s why Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself from getting infected by the novel coronavirus. But wearing masks, washing hands and maintaining social distance should be followed even after getting vaccinated, says the government. Washing hands and maintaining social distance is easy for everyone, but wearing a mask for long can lead to discomfort and headache. Can you relate? If yes, this article is a must-read for you. Mask leading to headache Masks have helped a great deal in reducing the transmission of the infection during the pandemic. But now as people are going out for longer hours, there is a rise in the number of mask-related headache complaints. Many people complain of headaches, discomfort, dehydration, and disorientation after wearing the mask for long. But why exactly does it happen? Let’s find out. Wearing a mask is even more difficult for people who have a cold, cough...

  Four things you can do to support your teen’s emotional development Helping your teens grow through emotional changes If you have a teen at home, you know how real the struggle is. They are undergoing drastic changes, both physically and emotionally. They have a brain that’s developing into an adult’s brain, yet not fully there. They seem extremely unsure one time and snappy and egoist the next. And with the invasion of technology in their lives, their life is as chaotic in their head as can be! But were we too different as teens? The acne, the first crush, the growing bodies, feeling judged at all times, and the snip of the finger in which their best day turns into their worst! While we cannot generalize teen behavior, they all are struggling with their self-esteem, confidence, growth, maturity, and intelligence at some level. We spoke to experts to find ways parents can help their teen wade through these years and emerge stronger emotionally and mentally. TIP 1: Encourage them ...

  How much should a newborn eat? As parents, you have to be careful about maintaining a feeding schedule for your baby as per his age and need. A newborn’s stomach is so small in the beginning that it can hold only 1 – 1.5 teaspoons of liquid at a time. The stomach grows and stretches as the baby gets older. Because babies grow so fast, it’s difficult to understand how much feeding they need. Though if you are bottle feeding, it’s easier to measure. If you have a newborn baby, here is some help. Feeding schedule for breastfed newborns It is recommended to breastfeed a newborn at least 8 -12 times a day during the first week. Do not let your baby go without feeding for more than 4 hours at a time. As the baby grows, the milk supply increases too and thus the baby can consume more milk in less time in each feeding. This is when you can make a pattern. Although different babies have different feeding patterns. For the majority, children between 1 to 3 months feed 7 to 9 times per day,...

  Planning pregnancy? Tips to prepare yourself to increase chances of conceiving Changes you need to make for a healthy pregnancy Pregnancy is a complex process, and a lot of factors can influence it. Some couples conceive within a month of trying, while for others, the waiting period can be longer because their body is unprepared for it. Having a healthy pregnancy and baby starts before you get pregnant. For that, it is essential to prepare yourself emotionally as well as physically. Pre-conception planning can help you and your partner understand how to improve your chances of a healthy pregnancy. It is done by undergoing some tests and making some lifestyle changes. Here is a checklist you need to adhere to when trying to get pregnant. Medical test A pre-pregnancy test can help you determine any health-related complications that may interfere with your chances of conceiving. Both you and your partner need to undergo a medical check-up to ensure that you two are healthy and can c...

  These facts might make your kids knowledge stand apart. Languages are spoken everywhere. All social animals, be it as small as ant to as large as whales, do communicate, but it’s only humans who have developed a full-fledged communication skill through language, at least as we know it. From smaller groups to native populations. From smaller cities to vast continents, there’s so much diversity in the language that it’s hard to keep track of how many are there. The best estimate would be more than a million. We have something fascinating for you here. Today, we want to talk about : Top 10 countries with the most languages in 2020 1. Papua New Guinea — 840 languages This country is in Oceania with the capital being Port Moresby. Papua New Guinea is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. As of 2019, it is also the most rural, as only 13.25% of its people live in urban centers. 2. Indonesia — 711 languages Indonesia, officially the Republic of Indonesia, is a count...

  Chickpea Brownies Chickpea flour Brownies is just a twist given to normal  chocolate brownies  to make it Healthier for kids. Cuisine:  Gluten-free Course:   Dessert Serving size:  16 pieces Ingredients: Chickpea flour/Besan -1.5 cups Cocoa powder- 1/2 cup Dark chocolate-100 gms or 1/4 cup Butter- 1/4 cup Baking powder-1tsp Baking soda-1/4 tsp Curd – 1/2 cup Milk -1 Cup Powdered Sugar- 1 Cup For Garnish Chocolate chips (Dark Chocolate/White chocolate) Read more

  What causes nosebleeds in pregnancy, and tips to manage them Along with morning sickness, back pains, and headaches, nosebleeds are also a common occurrence in pregnancy. It is a result of rapid hormonal changes that take place inside the body of a pregnant woman. Unless and until you lose a lot of blood through nosebleeds they are mostly harmless. This guide will help you with everything you need to know about nosebleeds during pregnancy. Facts about nosebleeds during pregnancy The blood can flow out of one nostril or even both the nostrils. It can last either for a few seconds which is called light bleeding or can last up to 10 minutes which is called heavy nose bleeding. Nosebleeds can take place even when you are sleeping. In case you are lying down then you can feel some liquid in the back of your throat before blood starts to ooze out through your nose. Nosebleeds and blocked noses are a common sight during pregnancy. Ways to stop nosebleeds during pregnancy When you are ha...