Contrary to popular belief, first-time mothers are NOT completely ignorant when it comes to raising babies of their own. Do you know why? Because maternal instinct kicks in. Often, this instinct is so strong, that it overrides everything else. Whether you’re a first-time parent, or an experienced one, you’ll find that this sleepless, cranky, and poopy phase is also the most cuddly and most missed when it comes to raising.
When we become parents for the first time, we are as confused as we are elated at the birth of our most prized possession. We sit and marvel at every little detail and often get worried about little things like the skin being too dry, the hands and feet being cold or the newborn having…
As generations and parenting styles are evolving, the importance of love and family in raising and nurturing children is slowly getting the attention it deserves. Raising children can be a challenging and intricate task that requires a considerable amount of time, effort, and resources. However, despite the difficulties, it’s also one of life’s greatest joys….
Breastfeeding can seem like a complex and challenging motherhood topic, especially for first-time mothers. Many opposing approaches and stances about it can look very confusing for mothers who are just looking for the best for their infants. There is no doubt, however, that breastfeeding is a unique gift of motherhood from a mom to her…
As a parent, dealing with your young one’s constipation issues can be one of the trickiest challenges you will have to face. Almost every child develops constipation at one point or another in their early years, and it is fairly common in babies. However, constipation can be a cause of discomfort and pain for children…
Soothing a crying baby might prove to be impossible at times. Luckily, a pacifier is one such object that provides immediate distraction and comfort to babies. It is probably the favorite accessory of young ones who have a strong reflex for sucking and of parents who have cranky infants. The benefits of using pacifiers may…
The other day at the grocery store, my daughter Lyra was growing fussy as we stood in line for checkout. She’d just spent over an hour playing with her friend in the hot sun and was teething. She’s also a year old. Fussiness is understandable. It’s expected. I readjusted my hold on her and gave…
I got married while I was doing my MBA at the age of 22. I conceived right away and wasn’t really happy about it as I wanted a two-year break before starting a family. My pregnancy was smooth, without any complications, and went well till the end. Rumaisa’s Birth On 21st Oct 2002, I gave…
If you are a parent of a child with special needs, or if you just got to know that your child is differently-abled, and you are scared about how you’re going to deal with it, then BINGO! This article is just for you. Be calm, have patience and try to make strategies on how to…
We had planned to have a third child, I had it planned right down to the date of birth, or so I thought. I wanted our third child to be born in July of 2018. We had a spring and a winter baby, so I thought having a summer baby would be fun. There’s a…
What is the most important list you have ever made? For me, it is not the list we made when we were moving houses, not the list I made at my wedding, not a list made before traveling either. It was and still is my hospital list for when I was delivering my first child….