After what has been a harrowing time for most families, it seems that all we really need while helping our children transition is just to hold their hands, hug them, shower them with love and understanding.
In the last few years, the term 'chicken baby' has become quite popular in the country, especially in cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, where there are many "obsessive middle-class Chinese parents".
The reason behind this unusual craving might be due to hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies or increased sense of smell and taste during pregnancy.
Children in the 0-5 year age group have so much to enjoy and learn through festivals that more than celebratory occasions, these moments can become opportunities to enhance horizons of their knowledge.
Picky eating usually peaks in the toddler and preschool years. Toddlers are also learning lots of new skills, like talking, walking, running, climbing, etc., where they become less interested in food.
Citrus fruits are a rich source of Vitamin C, flavonoids and fibre, and eating them can instantly uplift your mood, make you feel refreshed and also provide essential nutrients.
Physical activity and sports have immediate and habitual health benefits. The acute impact of a moderate to vigorous physical activity is to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, enhance cognitive alertness and function.
Covid-19 had its own positive and negative effects on breastfeeding. Parents had more time to spend with children, whereas lack of help, separation of mother-baby dyad resulted in poor breastfeeding outcomes.
