PARENTING DESK

Extensive research has proved that roaches have a remarkable ability to endure radiations!

As technology cannot promise guaranteed success, some couples seeking IVF treatment might face failure in spite of doing multiple cycles

Teach your children to cope with small failures rather than ignore them

Children get infected when they come in contact with an infected person’s saliva, nose, sore on the skin, or by indirect contact, when germs spread via cough or sneeze droplets in the air

One of the major struggles every mother faces is the immunity issues for their kids

Often, the screening test is an ultrasound which picks up abnormalities in the child. Most couples are still in doubt about these findings at the first go

Occupational therapy helps individuals optimise their performances in meaningful activities. For children, this would comprise school, play, and social interaction with friends

Smartphone and tablet use in the evening and after bedtime can reduce sperm motility, sperm progressive motility and sperm concentration

Children seem to suffer from coughs and colds more often, which probably explains their better immunity to it.

Fertility treatment is definitely time bound and couples should not delay the treatment

As the air gets drier and colder, it is very important to care for the baby’s skin, which is more susceptible to moisture loss during winter

Breast milk’s immunity-building capabilities have become even more valuable in the times we live today

The onset of MODY is usually during adolescence or early adulthood.

Everything must happen age-appropriately. Jumping the line will never lead to the kind of success that measured and timely participation will

If you are looking for interesting things to do with your family at home, we have some suggestions.

In the 15th edition of this series on Indian monuments by Sahapedia, we explore the unique complex of Maharaniyon ki Chhatriyan near Jaipur, which is dedicated solely to the queens of Rajasthan. The chhatris, especially the precinct in Gaitore, are well-known tourist attractions. But not many know that the origin of this integral Rajput tradition has Mughal influences

Teaching your child to rinse their mouth after every meal is probably one of the best oral habits

As parents, you must make sure you inculcate good hygiene practices like washing of hands and coughing into a tissue

On the occasion of Christmas, you can undertake this activity with your child, so as to keep them pleasantly engaged, while also teaching them the importance of sustainability

Although the weather varies from city to city, for pregnant women, there are some common precautions that ought to be taken

Babies slumber down better when they are provided an environment that resembles the womb

Nurturing your newborn is not an impossible task. It is difficult and can be daunting at times, but you will surf through smoothly

Since kids fail to express their emotions well, parents sometimes remain ignorant. Hence, identifying anxiety in kids is the primary step towards eliminating it

While everything may seem overwhelming, with a little bit of patience, the baby will sleep, and so will you! 

Ensure physical movement and exercise, unless advised by the doctor to rest completely. Try and avoid a sedentary pregnancy