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preconception care, pregnancy, parenting

The importance of pre-conception care: Setting the stage for a healthy pregnancySubscriber Only

October 26, 2023 12:00 IST

Pre-conception care is not a one-size-fits-all concept. Instead, it tailors medical and lifestyle advice to you and your needs, with the overarching goal of setting the stage for a healthy pregnancy. Here are some vital aspects of pre-conception care that deserve closer attention

bullying

How can parents address bullyingSubscriber Only

October 24, 2023 11:52 IST

The more you talk to children about bullying, the more comfortable they will be telling you if they see or experience it

prenatal education, pregnancy

Prenatal education offers an invaluable opportunity for expectant parentsSubscriber Only

October 23, 2023 17:00 IST

Today, doctors and hospitals encourage parents to opt for prenatal education via various channels. Here's why you should opt for it.

teen mental health, parenting teenagers

Support your teen’s mental health and wellbeing with a holistic approachSubscriber Only

October 23, 2023 12:19 IST

Here are some simple ways for parents to bridge the gap and connect with their teens

baby care, parenting tips

Traditional ways or modern route for your baby: A choice or concoction?Subscriber Only

October 19, 2023 17:00 IST

In the ongoing and often impassioned debate between traditional and modern practices for baby care, it's worth reflecting upon the past. Here is how you can strike a balance.

single parenting

Navigating single parenthood: How to tackle challenges of being a single parentSubscriber Only

October 17, 2023 17:00 IST

In this article, we delve into the multifaceted challenges faced by single parents, shedding light on the financial burdens, emotional struggles, and the psychological well-being of both the parent and their offspring.

baby names

100 Indian baby boy and baby girl names

February 21, 2024 08:53 IST

Baby boy and baby girl names: Can't decide what to name your little one? Take a look at our pick of these 100 unique Indian baby names for 2023, traditional and modern.

mental health, world mental health day, mental health for kids

13 tips for students to safeguard their mental healthSubscriber Only

October 21, 2023 10:44 IST

It's important to remember that not all mental health issues are entirely preventable. Yet, there are proactive measures we can take to nurture and safeguard our mental well-being, ensuring that we can flourish both academically and personally.

pregnancy

How female sex hormones ‘rewire’ brain during pregnancy, prepare for motherhood, new study reveals

October 9, 2023 17:00 IST

The hormones, oestrogen and progesterone, acted on certain specific neurons in the brain region associated with parenting by making them more sensitive and enriching their network, the researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, UK, observed.

self-harm

Take Time: Self-harm and how to get helpSubscriber Only

October 7, 2023 10:00 IST

Self-harm means hurting yourself on purpose. People may self-injure for many reasons. For some it might feel like relief, like taking the lid off a pressure cooker. Others might self-harm because physical pain might remind them that they are alive. But self-harm can sometimes be more severe than intended.

kidfluencers

‘Kidfluencers’ enrich families, but what are their ethics and what impact do they have on children?Subscriber Only

October 6, 2023 17:00 IST

Like adult influencers, these children are also involved in promoting various brands and company products through their uploads or uploads to accounts in their names which are managed by their parents/guardians.

kid-friendly recipe

Is your child a picky eater? Try this kid-friendly recipeSubscriber Only

October 4, 2023 17:00 IST

Chef Meghna Kamdar has shared her recipe for an eggless banana walnut cake that combines the goodness of bananas with the nutrition of walnuts.

childhood obesity

43 lakh children in anganwadi centres identified as obese or overweight: Official data

October 3, 2023 17:00 IST

Out of the 7,24,56,458 children "measured" in the 0-5 years age category, approximately six per cent or 43,47,387 children, were classified as obese or overweight, showed the data collated from growth monitoring app 'Poshan Tracker'.

child abuse

Child abuse may be reduced in safer communities: Study

September 29, 2023 12:00 IST

To get the best outcomes for kids and to elicit the best parenting, families need a safe, stable, stimulating environment, both at home and in the surrounding community, said Katherine Marcal, coauthor of the study.

language, bilingual

Returning home for vacations may help bilingual children retain their family’s native language: Study

September 26, 2023 12:00 IST

To understand how fluency changes over generations and how it can be boosted, Chondrogianni and Daskalaki recruited 58 children living in the US and Canada, who were bilingual in Greek and English.

students, school, parenting tips

Creating an audience for every childSubscriber Only

September 25, 2023 10:00 IST

Communicate a simple message: ‘I see you, I hear you and you matter to me'

sameera reddy

Sameera Reddy opens up about her parenting journey: ‘Being a parent brings out the child in you’Subscriber Only

September 19, 2023 12:00 IST

Mom to two kids, Hans and Nyra, Sameera Reddy opened up about her own parenting challenges and how she overcame them.

Teach children proper handwashing techniques to reduce the spread of viruses and bacteria.

New study says city children more at risk of respiratory infections; here’s how to protect themSubscriber Only

September 18, 2023 12:00 IST

According to Dr Deepak Sharma, Consultant Pulmonologist, Ujala Cygnus Group of Hospitals, some other reasons that contribute to children in cities being more susceptible to respiratory infections are crowded living conditions, increased indoor pollution, stress, and exposure to allergens.

Dengue cases

Rise of dengue in children: Precautionary measures parents can takeSubscriber Only

September 16, 2023 10:30 IST

According to Dr Umesh Vaidya, senior pediatrician, Pune, a person infected with dengue will initially show symptoms such as common viral fever, headache, muscle pain and frequent vomiting.

teen relationship abuse

7 red flags your teen might be in an abusive relationship – and 6 signs it’s escalatingSubscriber Only

September 13, 2023 12:00 IST

The Australian Bureau of Statistics estimates 2.2 million adults have been victims of physical and/or sexual violence from a partner since the age of 15. Almost one in three Australian teens aged 18–19 report experiences of intimate partner violence in the previous year.

preschool

Transition from home to preschool: Expert-approved tips for a smooth startSubscriber Only

September 11, 2023 12:00 IST

According to Shikha Saxena, AVP-Academics & International Collaboration, Cambridge Montessori Pre-School and Daycare, the right age for children to start preschool is when they are capable of communicating their needs and listening to others.

emotional incest

Understanding emotional incest, the ‘most neglected abuse’ that can hamper child’s healthSubscriber Only

September 9, 2023 12:00 IST

According to Deepti Chandy, Therapist and COO, Anna Chandy & Associates, emotional incest takes place when a parent or primary caregiver is unable to establish boundaries and heavily rely on the child to cater for the emotional needs that their adult relationship would provide.

rabies, dog bites

14-year-old dies from rabies; how can parents protect their children from dog bitesSubscriber Only

September 8, 2023 17:00 IST

According to the World Health Organization, once clinical symptoms appear, rabies is virtually 100% fatal. It is present in all continents except Antartica, with over 95% of human deaths in Asia and Africa. Additionally, children between age of 5 and 14 years are the most frequent victims of rabies.

dental health

Pediatric gingivitis: Expert-approved tips to prevent the dental ailmentSubscriber Only

September 7, 2023 12:00 IST

According to Dr Vishwas Patil, Head, Pediatric Dentistry, Surya Mother and Child Super Speciality Hospital, Pune, if plaque is not being removed regularly, it can harden and turn into tartar, which in turn irritates gums and causes them to become red, swollen and bleed easily.

children

Kindergarten conduct problems may cost society later: Study

September 6, 2023 12:00 IST

"This study is the first to establish a connection between kindergarten students' behavior and crime-related costs when the children became adults," said Yoon Hur, assistant research professor at Penn State's Evidence-to-Impact Collaborative.

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