Creating the perfect birthday bash for your child is no more impossible. If you have envisioned harrowing days and nights, planning and preparing the party, give yourself a rest. There are professionals who can do the work for you. If you still want to be more involved in the planning and execution of your child's first birthday party, here are some gender based themes you can choose from.   Read More...

Whether you have planned your pregnancy well, or it is a completely unplanned one, it is important to find out the ways to spot your pregnancy. Since important developments in the baby begin at the earliest stages, it is best to begin your prenatal care right from the time you find out you are pregnant. This also means that you have to be especially aware to ensure that your baby gets everything she needs as early as possible. If you have been wondering how to spot pregnancy before it becomes apparent on home tests and urine cultures, here are ... Read More...

Photography is a form of art which effectively freezes time in its camera and projects beautiful images that have a perspective of their own. Be it landscape photography or portrait photography, it is the talent and perspective of the photographer that is reflected in the final image. These days, people hire professional photographers for capturing specials moments of their lives such as weddings. Many parents hire photographers to take pictures of their new born babies or infants. An interesting fact about photographing babies is that babies m... Read More...

If you are a new mom, you may be getting all kinds of advice from everybody you meet. You may be overwhelmed with your new responsibilities and may not know what to do now that the baby is here. If you are planning to buy some clothes for the baby, you can rest, as that is not as tough as some of the other things. Whether you have a boy or a girl, in India, both are made to wear frocks as those are the most convenient and comfortable articles of clothing. Here are some simple tips on getting the best frocks for your baby. Choose Soft Collars ... Read More...

The nine months of your pregnancy are not only the mist special in your life, they are also the most crucial and staying cautious is simply not an option. You have to be very careful throughout the period of your pregnancy, so that you ensure that your baby gets only the best from you and that everything goes as smoothly as it can. Here are some pregnancy hazards you should avoid:   Read More...

Complete and balanced nutrition is the most essential element in ensuring the healthy growth of your baby. Breastfeeding remains the most vital part of a baby’s diet but to ensure holistic growth the addition of certain supplements to its diet is needed. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends breastfeeding for at least six months or as long as possible. Leading baby food brands have introduced a number of products in the market. But Nestle Lactogen is by far the most popular amongst all. Nestle Lactogen uses a special formulation... Read More...

The expectation of a new member in your family is more than often accompanied with sleep troubles. Improper sleep lowers the energy levels in your body and mind and you may even feel irritable. The first trimester is generally the hardest as this is the beginning of your pregnancy. Here are some simple tips to help train your body for a sound sleep through all the trimesters of your pregnancy: Take care of drinkables Substances containing caffeine should be avoided as much as possible. Tea, coffee, chocolates or soda can be consumed during th... Read More...

Kids and their own mischievous ways! Young minds are quite open to imbibe the ideas that are taught to them in a fun-filled manner. Water conservation is one of the biggest childhood lessons and making it a habit is the best option. Here are some of the methods to make your kids contribute to conservation of water: Competition for the ‘favorite kid’ Washing hands is one of the most common activities that kids do. Spoiling all day with toys on the floor and dirt in the grounds of play, they often wish to spend greater time in washi... Read More...

Excited to take the pregnancy test? But are you sure that you are experiencing all the right symptoms of pregnancy? For couples who are planning a baby, the anticipation of getting a positive pregnancy test is too much to handle. But before going ahead with a pregnancy test, there are few things that you need to bear in mind. Random testing will only result in loss of money and a lot of heartache. The emergence of home pregnancy test kits has made checking for pregnancy quite convenient. Now, women do not have to rush to doctors to get pregnanc... Read More...

There are several factors that govern the return of ovulation and menstruation in a woman after child birth. Here are a few facts that every woman should know about periods after delivery, the signs that indicate the return of menstruation and care that should be taken during this period to prevent infections and related complications. The blood lost immediately after delivery is usually bright red in colour and the flow will be a little heavier than your usual periods. This bright colour soon changes to a pale red colour and the flow too come... Read More...

The news of a baby sends smiles across the face of every family member. While this a moment of joy for each and every one in the family, it is also a period when the mother has to go an extra mile to take care of her body. If you are pregnant, there are a number of things that you will have to keep in mind with respect to your health, nutrition and lifestyle. As your body is slowly adjusting to the growing foetus inside and the sudden upheavals of hormone and blood levels, it becomes necessary to take a few precautions during your pregnancy per... Read More...

Trouble having disciplining your child? Do you have to scream at him to get him into bed in time? Do you have to force him to do his homework on time? Disciplining is a heavy task and is important too. But it doesn’t necessarily have to take a toll on your life. As it is rightly said, Discipline is best learnt than taught. Most of us understand disciplining as punitive action taken against unacceptable behavior or actions. Most parents resort to scolding or beating their children so as to “discipline” them. But it is to be c... Read More...