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200 Christian Baby Girl Names With Meanings
The day is finally here! Your little princess is finally born. As parents, you probably went through many baby name books, scoured the Internet for unique names and its meanings. But nothing satisfied you, right? A name is one of the greatest gifts that your baby will carry for the rest of her life.
So, you have to choose the best one for her. We’ve prepared an extensive list of the most unique, beautiful and meaningful Christian names for your little girl.
Unique Christian Baby Girl Names That Stand Out
As Indians, we tend to rely on traditional and Biblical names for our children! Well, new parents here is your chance to change the game! These uncommon baby girl names will break the stereotypical names and make your daughter stand out.
NAME
MEANING
Aasta
Love
Aayla
Top of the mountain
Abai
The Nile River
Abmel
Hopeful
Adah
Hebrew for ‘an assembly’
Addilyn
German for noble
Adley
Judicious in Hebrew
Adriel
Hebrew for ‘flock of God’
Agnes
Pure, Chaste, Holy, Goddess of Mary
Alima
Intelligent, Wise, Cultured, Strong
Analia
Spanish for grace
Ancy
Beautiful of All
Atarah
Hebrew for a crown
Bexley
English term for ‘Box trees and woodland clearings’
Brea
Irish for hill
Britta
Swedish for strong
Calla
Greek for beautiful
Cora
Greek for maiden
Danica
Slavic for ‘morning star’
Delaney
dark challenger
Diem
Latin for day
Dinah
Hebrew for avenged
Elora
English for ‘God gives the laurel’; a crown of victory
Ember
English for ‘smouldering remains of a fire’
Esta
Someone from the east.
Estefana
Someone crowned with laurels
Estelia
Star
Estelita
Bright sparkling stars.
Eternity
Infinity or forever.
Eton
An old river town
Eve
To breathe
Farah
Arabic for joy
Fleur
French for blooming
Gali
Hebrew for fountain
Gianna
Hebrew for ‘God’s grace’
Harlyn
English for ‘grey land’
Hartley
English for ‘deer meadow’
Imogen
Irish for innocent
Ina
Irish for ‘Christian queen’
Jaelyn
Hebrew for ambitious
Joslyn
Latin for cheerful
Kaia
Greek for Earth
Leona
Latin for ‘like a lion’
Lilith
Hebrew for ‘spirit of the night’
Makena
African for ‘a happy one’
Mary
Wished for child
Mireya
Admired, Miracle
Nimah
Hebrew for blessing
Oda
German for Elfin Spear
Oriana
Latin for rising
Paisley
Scottish for church
Pandora
Greek for all gifted
Quinn
Celtic for wise
Rayna
Hebrew for pure
Remi
French for oarsman
Sena
This world's beauty or grace, army, bringing heaven to earth, goddess of the moon, blessed
Seraphina
Hebrew for fiery winged
Thea
Greek for Goddess
Ulani
Polynesian for cheerful
Valentina
Latin for brave; strong
Weylyn
Celtic for the son of the wolf
Yanet
Hebrew for merciful
Yvette
French for archer
Zariah
Arabic for blooming flower
Zuri
Swahili for beautiful
List of Modern Christian Baby Girl Names
Keeping tradition and customs in mind, we generally go for common and old names. The Bible, The Old Testament, and The New Testament are the sources for these names. But, worry not because we’ve got you 65 special and modern girls name just for your little one!
NAME
MEANING
Aamanda
One who is much loved
Aamber
Resembling the jewel ; a warm honey color
Aaria
A beautiful melody
Abarrane
Hebrew for ‘father of many’
Adelaide
German for ‘noble and kind’
Amora
Spanish for love
Belcia
Pretty
Belinah
Spanish for ‘one who brings wisdom’
Beny
Blessed
Beth
God is My Oath, House of God, Form of Elizabeth, House, God's Promise
Bianca
Italian for white
Bina
A Musical Instrument, Freshness, Harmonious, Melodious
Brielle
French for ‘of God’
Cady
Simple Happiness, Hillock, A Rhythmic Flow of Sounds, Pure
Carly
Free Woman, Caring to All, Form of Caroline, Womanly
Cassandra
Greek for a prophetess
Catalina
Spanish for pure
Cate
Innocent; Diminutive Form of Katherine; Pure
Celeste
Latin for heavenly
Celia
Blind, Form of Cecilia, Heavenly, Divine
Dahlia
Scandinavian for ‘from the valley’
Daicy
Knowledgeable
Daisy
Eye of the Day, Flower Name, Day's Eye
Davina
Hebrew for cherished
Dency
Strength, Determination, Cute
Diana
Latin for divine
Dolie
Beautiful; Doll
Eden
Hebrew for delight
Elena
Greek for ‘shining light’
Estella
Latin for star
Faedra
Greek for bright
Faith
Latin for loyalty
Gailyn
Old English for lively
Giselle
German for pledge
Halsey
English for ‘from Hal’s island’
Hannah
Hebrew for merciful
Ibbie
Spanish for beautiful
Isadora
Greek for feminine
Isla
Spanish for ‘devoted to God’
Jael
Hebrew for ‘one who ascends’
Kaylee
Greek for pure
Laili
Hebrew for nightfall
Lillian
Latin for ‘elegant flower’; a symbol of purity and beauty
Maddalena
German for magnificent
Makara
Greek for blessed
Maven
Hebrew for ‘one who understands’
Miriam
Hebrew for rebellion
Naava
Hebrew for beautiful
Olive
Latin for beauty
Olivia
Spanish for ‘symbol of peace’
Paloma
Spanish for dove
Paula
Latin for little
Phoebe
Greek for sparkling
Presley
English for ‘Priest’s meadow’
Quinnley
Gaelic for wisdom
Raelyn
Scottish for grace
Rhiannon
Welsh for ‘great queen’
Sarai
Hebrew for ‘my princess’
Talia
Greek for blooming
Tori
English for triumphant
Udela
Anglo-Saxon for wealthy
Violet
Italian for flower
Wren
Welsh for a ruler
Yaffit
Hebrew for beautiful
Zada
Arabic for fortunate; Huntress
Latest Christian Baby Girl Names
Parents have now started to even modify and tweak existing names to make it sound unique or cool. With Christian names, the best thing is that they never run out of fashion! Adding an extra letter or changing the way a name is spelt while retaining the original meaning of the name is the latest trend that you can now adopt! Here are some stylish names for your baby girl.
NAME
MEANING
Aariel
Hebrew for a ‘lion of God’
Allegra
Italian for cheerful; lively
Bambi
Italian for ‘little girl’
Beata
German for blessed
Beryl
Greek for ‘a jewel’
Caitlyn
Irish for pure
Callista
Spanish for ‘the most beautiful’
Charity
Latin for dear
Dara
Cambodian for star
Dariann
Latin for ‘a gift’
Deeana
English for divine
Elina
Pure, Intelligent, Brilliant
Eliza
The Chosen, Unique, Precious
Farah
Persian for beautiful
Flora
Flower, The Goddess of Flower, Form of Florence, Blooming
Frances
Latin for a ‘free one’
Fruma
Hebrew for ‘one who is religious’
Gabriella
Hebrew for ‘devoted to God’
Gilda
Celtic for ‘serves God’
Hadara
Hebrew for ‘bedecked in beauty’
Happy
Cheerful, Joyful
Heeral
Lustrous, Wealthy, Diamond, Rain
Hellena
Greek for light
Hope
Old English for expectations
Hosanna
Keep, Preserve, Deliver us, A Prayer
Jaime
The Sun, She who Supplants, Supplanter
Jami
Scottish for ‘a beautiful woman’
Jen
White Wave, Fair Phantom, Fair, White and Smooth, Person
Jennifer
Fair one, Pure and yielding, White wave
Jessi
Beauty, Gods Gift, Courageous
Jolie
Lovely; Pretty; Cheerful
Juli
Youthful, Jove's Child, Youth, Downy Bearded, Beauty
Juliana
Latin for youthful
Kaara
Latin, Irish, and Gaelic for ‘one who is pure’
Kaira
Sweet, Peaceful, Pure, Unique, Kindness
Kat
Pure; Form of Catherine; Cat
Keonna
Polynesian for ‘God’s gracious gift’
Kitty
Cuie, Pure, Little Cat, Form of Catherine
Lainey
Greek for the torch; bright light
Linda
Pretty
Luciann
Italian for ‘surrounded by light’
Maaria
Latin for ‘star of the sea’
Michal
Hebrew for ‘resembling God’
Nancy
Favor, Grace
Nina
Hebrew for grace
Odette
French for wealthy
Pricilla
Latin for venerable; ancient
Quintessa
Latin for an essence
Rapheala
Hebrew for ‘divine Healer’
Richelle
French for the ‘brave ruler’
Rikki
Powerful Ruler, Power, Female Version of Eric, Ruler Forever, Rich
Saara
Finish for ‘a princess’
Sanica
True Beauty
Shiloh
Hebrew for ‘his gift’
Siona
Welsh for stars
Sofia
Greek for Wisdom
Tabetha
Hebrew for ‘beauty and grace’
Tina
Latin for ‘follower of the Christ’
Tori
English for conqueror
Trinna
Scandinavian for pure
Udele
Anglo-Saxon for prosperous
Valerie
French for powerful
Varda
Hebrew for pose
Viviane
French for ‘full of life’
Wendi
English for ‘one who is fair’
Winn
English for a friend
Yovela
Hebrew for ‘full of joy’
Zaira
Irish for a princess
Zephrine
English for the breeze
Ziva
Bright, radiant
Tips for Choosing the Best Name for your Baby Girl
All the members of the family share their favourite names when it comes to naming a baby girl. You need to consider every name option because this is what your daughter will live with for the rest of her life. It’s not easy when naming your child as you’re looking at Indian Christian names or English names with a good meaning.
So, keep this tips in mind when selecting a name for your princess.
Family names or ancestral names are always a good idea.
Go for a name with a rhyme or a name that has a musical touch to it. For example, Sarah Jessica Parker has a good ring to it.
Naming your little baby girl after your favourite celebrity, your role model or really powerful people are a big trend in the baby naming business. So, you can go ahead with this idea too!
Surnames play a big role while naming your child. Some parents like to begin the first name with the same letter as that of the surname. Make sure her name sounds good with the surname.
A simple and short name for baby girls is always elegant. A name like Emma may be common, but it still sounds beautiful.
Mother Nature is always a good source to turn to name your daughter. You could name your baby after a flower, a tree, or even a season.
Mythology and historical scriptures are another treasure trunk of names with beautiful meanings. So, if you like mythology, you sure have a good name in mind, don't you?
Naming your baby girl isn’t as daunting as it may sound. In fact, it is an enthralling experience that you as a parent would go through! You will have a lot of opinions, but you would always know what is best for your daughter!
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How to Give Corn to Babies - A Definitive Guide
Corn, which is also called maize in many countries, is a delicious food known for its sweet taste, bright yellow colour and protein value. Because of this, you might think that it might be a perfect food to introduce to your little one early.
However, it is best to know all the health benefits as well as side effects of corn before proceeding to introduce it into your baby’s diet. Below we will discuss all that along with how to feed corn to your baby and what are the precautions to take while doing so.
Is Corn Safe for Babies?
First and foremost, corn is safe for your baby, but it is best not to make it a part of the first solid food. Corn contains a good amount of proteins and carbohydrates, making it a great energy food, but is lacking in many other nutrients. Also, due to reasons like the risk of allergies, indigestion etc., it is believed that corn should be withheld from the baby’s diet until he or she is at least one year of age. If your family has a history of corn allergies, avoid giving corn to your baby until he or she can sustain it. Also if your baby has eczema, stay away from corn unless the doctor says so.
Nutritional Value of Corn
Corn is high in B-vitamins: thiamin, niacin, pantothenic acid (B5) and folate. It contains dietary fibre, minerals, magnesium and phosphorus in moderate levels. The table below shows its nutritional values:
Nutritional value per 100g (3.5oz)
Energy
360kJ (86kcal)
Carbohydrates
18.7g
Protein
3.27g
Fat
1.35g
Vitamins
Vitamin A
9 μg
lutein zeaxanthin
644 μg
Thiamine (B1)
0.155 mg
Riboflavin (B2)
0.055 mg
Niacin (B3)
1.77 mg
Pantothenic acid (B5)
0.717 mg
Vitamin B6
0.093 mg
Folate (B9)
42 μg
Vitamin C
6.8 mg
Minerals
Iron
0.52 mg
Magnesium
37 mg
Manganese
0.163mg
Phosphorus
89 mg
Potassium
270 mg
Zinc
0.46 mg
Types of Corn
There are five different types of corn: dent, sweet, flint, popcorn and flour
Dent: Also known as field corn, dent is yellow or white. It is used in livestock feeds, processed foods and industrial products.
Sweet: Sweet corn is so named as it has a higher natural sugar content than the other types of corn. Dent has 4% sugar while sweet corn has 10%. It is consumed directly rather than being added to food. Hardly used as livestock feed, sweet corn should be eaten immediately after being picked, as 50% of the sugar turns to starch after 24 sugars.
Flint: Flint corn has a hard outer shell and is grown in Central and South America. It is either yellow or red.
Flour: Flour corn is the oldest type and is used in baked food items. It is usually white, and its kernels are soft and filled with starch.
Popcorn: This type is soft and starchy on the inside and pops up when heated. The moisture inside the kernel acts as steam that causes it to explode. Other types of corn can also pop but not to the same extent as popcorn, due to the high levels of starch and moisture in them.
Keep in mind that corn is not as healthy as other vegetables, fruits and cereals.
How and When to Introduce Corn in your Baby's Diet
Corn can be given to the baby after six months of age when he or she begins eating solid food. To reduce the risk of allergies, you can wait till the baby turns one year old. It is also better to wait until the baby’s digestive system is improved as corn is fairly difficult to digest. Here are several ways you can introduce corn into your baby’s diet:
Make corn puree and feed the mixture to an infant. It will be soft and easy to swallow.
When your baby becomes a toddler of 18-24 months, you can start giving him creamed corn.
Once your baby is two years or more and develops teeth to chew, you can give him corn kernels to eat but make sure to check that he chews them.
If you have to choose between giving corn or nutritional food to babies, always choose the latter. Never substitute with corn as it is considered to be less in nutritional value. You can always introduce it as finger food in later months. Some tips for introducing corn in your baby’s diet are –
Don’t give your baby corn as a first food. Wait till he is enjoying a wide variety of fruits and vegetables and is comfortable with digesting them.
Choose corn ears that are tight and green. Avoid ones that are dry. Ensure that the corn kernels are bright in colour and plump, and not indented.
Both yellow and white corn is equally tasty. There are some new varieties in the market which stay sweet for longer, as the sugar in them takes more time to convert to starch.
Kernels may pose a major choking hazard, so until your baby is at least one year of age, avoid giving him solid corn.
Canned corn is less nutritious that fresh corn, which contains more protein. Make sure you check the ingredients of canned corn carefully and avoid buying those with added sugar and salt.
Prepare and eat the corn as soon as you buy it to prevent it spoiling. Until the time of consumption, keep it refrigerated as this slows down the conversion of sugar to starch.
Try starting off your baby with creamed corn as it is easier to digest. You can make creamed corn by pureeing the kernels in a food processor and using the right amount of water depending on the consistency you want to achieve.
Benefits of Corn for your Infant
Corn, when introduced in limited to moderate amounts, can be beneficial for your baby. Here are a few ways it is beneficial -
Weight Gain: 100gms of corn has about 350 calories – a great energy food. If your baby is underweight, a corn diet can help him gain a few kilograms. Even a baby with normal weight can be given corn to help maintain his body weight right after you stop breastfeeding.
Body Growth and Development: Corn is rich in a variety of minerals and vitamins which help in body development. For example, the kernels are rich in B complex. Thiamin which supports nerve and brain development. Niacin improves metabolism of sugars, proteins and fatty acids; and folate helps new cell development.
Protects Blood Cells: Anti-oxidants in corn (which is in the form of Vitamin E) help protect cells from damage. Anti-oxidants also help prevent tissue and DNA damage in the body. Corn contains the phenolic compound ferulic acid which is anti-carcinogenic.
Good Eyes and Skin: Yellow corn is rich in Vitamin A, a source of beta-carotene which is important for good eyesight. Beta-carotene is also an anti-oxidant which is good for the baby’s skin.
Muscle and Nerve Function: Corn contains phosphorous (which supports bone health), potassium, magnesium (which are necessary for muscle and nerve function) and iron (which improves brain development).
Improves Digestion: Corn is rich in fibre which acts as a laxative. If your baby has a digestion or constipation problem, corn seeds and corn flour can help relieve the problem.
Side Effects of Corn in Babies
Natural sugars in corn can turn to starch very quickly and hence are not considered very healthy for babies. The side effects of eating corn can include -
Allergies
Allergies manifest due to the proteins present in corn kernels. Lipid transfer protein (LPD) is responsible for the allergies and stays on in the corn even after processing or heating it or post-digestion. The storage proteins and corn pollen present in the kernels are also potential allergens. Corn and corn-based products can both trigger allergic reactions like eczema and allergic rhinitis. Below is a list of some major corn-based products in the market –
cornstarch
baking powder
corn oil
cornflakes
corn tortillas
popcorn
vanilla extract
confectioners’ sugar
corn meal
mannitol
margarine
colour hominy
lactic acid
invert sugar
corn syrup
caramel
dextrin
dextrose
fructose
maltodextrin
sorbitol
Here are the corn allergy symptoms to watch out for in babies –
Skin rash
Asthma or anaphylaxis
Stuffy or runny nose
Sneezing
Headaches
Nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhoea
Hives
If your baby exhibits symptoms of a corn allergy, do not panic. The first and most obvious step is to restrict corn and corn-based products from the baby’s diet. Store-bought food may contain traces of corn so make sure you give your baby only home-cooked food. If the symptoms are severe, take him to a doctor who can administer medication.
Intolerance
Intolerance is derived from digestive problems and is different from allergies. If your baby has the following symptoms, it may mean he is intolerant to corn –
Stomach pain
Bloating
Diarrhoea
Gas
Intolerance can be easily cured as compared to allergies. Just stop including corn in your baby’s diet and feed him with lighter, healthier fruits and vegetables with plenty of water.
How to Select and Store Corn?
Once you know for sure that your baby is fine with corn and doesn’t have any allergies or intolerance with its consumption, you can go ahead and buy it from the market. Here are some tips to select the best corn in the market –
Select fresh corn and not canned ones, as eating fresh corn is the best way to consume it.
Corn kernels need to be plump and shiny
Husks protect corn from heat so buy corn with husks still attached
If the supermarket or store allows it, peel back the husk from the corn and check the quality of the kernels and the tip.
The tassels (the brown threads near the top) need to be sticky and glossy.
Purchase organic corn which is non-GMO
You can also buy frozen corn
Ensure that the husks are tightly closed and green. Dried husks indicate that the corn may be stale.
Press the corn with both hands to feel its firmness. Firm corn is fresh and has healthy kernels.
Corn needs to be away from sunlight and heat as the sugars in it can convert to starch easily.
Consume corn within the first three days
If you are buying canned corn, check the ingredients very carefully to see that there is no added sugar. Canned corn is less nutritional than fresh corn.
Store corn in an air-tight container and place them in the fridge.
Delicious Corn Recipes for your Baby
Corn is a versatile ingredient which can be served in various ways. From sweet corn soup to corn porridge for your baby, here are a few ways to prepare it so that your little one slurps it up!
1. Corn Puree Recipe
Ingredients: One cob of sweet corn, a teaspoon of water, breast milk or formula
Recipe
Run a knife across the kernels and get them off the cob
Put the kernels in boiling water and let them boil till they are soft
Add water or breast milk and make a puree. Add more water for a runnier consistency
2. Sweet Corn Soup Recipe
Ingredients: Fresh sweet corn, salt to taste, a tablespoon each of finely chopped carrots, beans, broccoli and spring onions
Recipe
Cook the corn cob and take off the kernels after they cool down
Keep a few kernels away for later use and puree the rest
Cook the other vegetables in a heavy bottom pan with a pinch of butter
After cooking for two minutes, add the corn puree, a bit of salt and boil
Add water for the desired consistency
Add the rest of the kernels and simmer
3. Pumpkin and Cornmeal Porridge Recipe
Ingredients: 1 cup water,1 cup milk, 1 cup pureed pumpkin, water as needed, yellow cornmeal as needed, one tablespoon brown sugar, ½ teaspoon ground ginger (optional), a pinch of salt.
Recipe
Add water, milk and pumpkin in a pan
In another bowl, mix cornmeal with water. Make sure there are no lumps.
Add cornmeal paste and sugar to the mixture in the pan, heat it and stir till it thickens
Add ginger and salt
Let it cook for 3-5 minutes
Serve the warm, corn porridge
4. Carrot, Potato and Sweet Corn Puree Recipe
Ingredients: 1 carrot, 1 potato, 1 tablespoon peas, 2 tablespoons sweet corn kernels, 4 tablespoons water and 1 teaspoon olive oil
Recipe
Oil a pan and sauté finely chopped carrot till it softens
Add potato, peas, sweet corn and water
Let the mixture come to boil and let it simmer for 15 minutes to make a corn puree
5. Corn and Cauliflower Puree Recipe
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped cauliflower, 1 cup yoghurt, 2 cups corn kernels, pepper as needed
Recipe
Cook the corn and steam the cauliflower
Puree both in a blender or food processor
Mix in yoghurt and pepper for taste
6. Corn Fritters (for a baby above 1 year of age) Recipe
Ingredients: 2-3 tablespoons of milk, 2-3 teaspoons of sauce, 1 cup of sweetcorn kernels, 1 cup of multipurpose flour, vegetable oil
Recipe
Mix the flour and milk to make a smooth batter
Add sauce and corn kernels
Add a thin layer of vegetable oil to the frying pan and spread small portions of the batter on it
Press them lightly while cooking and toss the fritters a few times
7. Maize, Apple and Sweet Potato Puree Recipe
Ingredients: 1 peeled apple, 1 sweet potato, 2 cups corn kernels
Recipe:
Cook the corn and steam the apple and sweet potato
Puree the three
Add some formula or breast milk to thin the consistency
8. Corn flour Cutlets (for a baby above 1 year of age) Recipe
Ingredients: 2 tablespoon corn flour, 1 boiled potato, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, salt to taste, pepper to taste, oil to fry
Recipe
Mash the boiled potato
Mix corn flour, salt, lemon juice and add a bit of pepper to it
Make the mix into small flat rounds using your fingers
Fry the rounds in a pan, tossing them now and then
Cornmeal usually mixes well with carrots, apples, peas, brown rice or rice meal which are all easily digestible
FAQs
1. Can your baby drink corn (Karo) syrup to cure constipation?
Karo corn syrup does not cure constipation. It does not contain the necessary chemical structure that allows liquid into the intestine and loosens stool. It used to be a common home remedy but is not an effective one.
2. Is corn syrup present in formula good for infants?
Corn syrup is an artificial sweetener and makes formula high in fructose content. It is only used to sweeten the product and hence should be avoided for infants. Not only will high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) cause the baby to be over-weight, but also accustom him to over-sweetened foods. This could make him eat only such foods when he grows up. What you can do, is check the ingredients in the formula before buying it and select the one that has low levels of corn syrup.
3. Is it safe to give cornflakes to a one-year-old baby?
Babies who are one year old and above can safely eat cornflakes, but it is important to choose one which has less salt. Rice flakes, oatmeal and wheat flakes have better nutritional value than cornflakes.
4. Can you give cornstarch to your baby?
Babies who are yet to develop teeth should not be given starchy foods like cornstarch. It is usually given as it can be easily swallowed. However, swallowing poses the risk of the food not being properly salivated, which may interfere with the baby’s digestion.
5. Is guinea corn good for babies?
Guinea corn, also known as sorghum, is rich in unsaturated fats, proteins, fibre and minerals like phosphorous, potassium, calcium and iron. It is high in starch, so if you are giving it to your baby, make sure to balance his diet with other less starchy foods.
6. Is corn puffs an ideal finger food for my baby?
Fruits and vegetable snacks are much more nutritious than corn puffs.
7. Is corn flour used for a baby rash?
First determine the kind of rash the baby has. Corn flour can soothe a non-fungal rash but helps the fungus grow if applied to a fungal rash.
8. Can you use cornstarch to treat a diaper rash?
Cornstarch supports bacterial growth so avoid using it to treat diaper rash. Instead you can use a baby powder.
Corn has various health benefits but it is also important to introduce it at the right time, right form and also in the right quantities to your baby’s diet so that you don’t have to worry about any adverse effects. Read more
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World Animal Day - Why and How to Celebrate
Animals are an integral part of our ecosystem. Without them, our survival would be at stake. In order to explain how important animals are, World Animal Day is celebrated each year on a global scale. The objective is to educate people about animal welfare and other aspects that involve protecting and nurturing various animal species. Here's how should you can celebrate this special day!
Why Is World Animal Day Celebrated?
International Animal Day is celebrated every year to spread awareness about the status of animals and improve their welfare standards.
History of World Animal Day
This remarkable day was first observed in 1925 under the guidance of a German writer, Heinrich Zimmermann. Though the celebrations were initially planned for the 4th October, due to certain constraints, it was celebrated on 24th March 1925. The celebrations were initiated in Germany and 5000 people participated in it. Slowly, the movement spread to Switzerland, Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic and Slovakia), and Austria. In an international conference held in Florence, Italy in 1931, 4th October was declared as World Animal Day. Over the years, this day has gained popularity, and now, many events are organised for sensitising people towards the protection of animals.
How Is International Animal Day Celebrated Around the World?
With every year, there is a phenomenal increase in the events that are organised to commemorate this day. This is how International Animal Day is celebrated around the world:
1. India
In India, many forums organise events to spread awareness. Here are some events that take place:
Animal welfare organisations such as Blue Cross conduct events related to the welfare of animals.
Events are conducted on school, college and university levels to educate the youth about animal welfare.
Print, audio and visual media help in reaching out to all strata of society.
2. Lebanon
According to a special resolution passed by the Lebanese government, the state administration organises World Animal Day celebrations every year. Various events that focus on animal issues are held across the country.
3. Columbia
World Animal Day has been celebrated in Columbia since 2008. Many animal lovers actively participate in the events to express their concern and love towards animals. Enthusiasts and activists volunteer to gain the attention of the Colombian government by bringing animal issues to the forefront.
4. Nepal
The government plays an important role in spreading awareness and educating people regarding the ethical treatment of animals. The government also supports various ethical groups that work towards making animals' lives more comfortable.
5. Egypt
The Society for Protection of Animal Rights (SPARE) has always been one of the main organisations to celebrate World Animal Day. SPARE has managed to reduce the number of animals used as guinea pigs and provided other alternatives. It has also helped to make amends to the Egyptian constitution to include animal rights.
Now, there are more than 100 nations that actively participate in protecting animal rights. This integrated approach helps to spread the message and encourages activists to continue putting in their best efforts.
Events Organised on World Animal Day
These events are held on World Animal Day in most parts of the world:
Pet adoption
Opening of animal shelters
Workshops and conferences
Animal blessing services
Gala balls, concerts, shows and other fundraising events
Animal shelter open day
Marches or protests concerning the welfare of animals
TV and radio interviews
Rabies vaccination drives and awareness seminars
Veterinary treatment camps
Spay and neuter marathons
School and college events
How Can You Celebrate International Animal Day?
Here are some ways you can celebrate International Animal Day:
1. Start a Campaign
Many non-profit organisations support individuals or small groups who wish to undertake efforts for animal welfare. You can collaborate with such organisations and actively participate to ensure the welfare and protection of animals.
2. Take Part in Local Events
You can also check the local publications or check with the animal support group in your locality or city for the World Animal Day activities.
3. Volunteer
Volunteer with an animal shelter or animal welfare organisations in your city. You can also do volunteer work on the days you're free.
4. Social Media
If you're unable to take part in the events or campaigns in your city, you can always do your bit by starting an online campaign. The power of social media in today's world is tremendous. You can easily reach and educate people about animal protection and welfare in different corners of the globe.
5. Donate
Donating money for a noble cause is one of the best things that you can do. Various animal welfare organisations work on donations, in cash and kind, from people. If you lend a helping hand, it goes a long way to help animals. Many organisations work tirelessly in order to save and protect endangered species. Your donations can definitely make a difference to such endeavours.
Tell your little one the significance of World Animal Day and celebrate the day by taking him to an animal shelter or adopting a pet dog or cat!
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Tramadol in Pregnancy - Complications and Precautions to Follow
Most medicines that mothers take during pregnancy will cross the placenta and reach their babies. This can sometimes be beneficial to the child, but not always; there are some medications that can be quite harmful to your baby’s growth and development. It really depends on the type of medication prescribed and at what stage of pregnancy a woman is at. All the changes in the body that take place during pregnancy are bound to cause a lot of stress, and everyone already knows that hormonal changes often bring with them unwanted aches and pains. This is why some women would rather be on some kind of medication for the pain rather than not have anything at all. Tramadol is used to treat pain in some situations.
What is Tramadol (Ultram)
Moderate to severe pain during pregnancy can be treated by Tramadol, a medication that works by affecting the balance of mood chemicals in the brain. This is often prescribed to patients who are suffering from an injury or when recovering from surgery. Sometimes it is used as a recreational drug, but in doses much higher than that required when it is only used as a painkiller.
Why Do Pregnant Women Require Pain Medication
During pregnancy, the body undergoes physiological and hormonal irregularities that result in different symptoms. Sometimes the symptoms are trivial and do not require any kind of pain medication, but there are also times when the pain is quite severe, and it requires some kind of action. Here are some reasons why pregnant women may need to take something for the pain:
The diameter of blood vessels changes due to the hormonal changes during pregnancy and results in headaches and migraines. The intensity of these can vary, but they have been known to be severe enough to warrant some kind of medication for relief.
Pressure on the spine caused by your expanding foetus can result in backaches that can sometimes become unbearable. Those who are carrying multiples will find this especially relevant in their case.
The stability and strength of the ligaments changes as the body tries to prepare the pelvis for delivery. This results in a lot of pelvic pain that may sometimes require medication.
Your lower limbs have had to deal with a lot of extra weight, and this causes pain from all the nerves and ligaments that have been bearing the strain of your baby’s additional weight.
Is Tramadol Safe in Pregnancy
Though there are some medications out there with more serious side effects of dependency due to their higher opioid content, Tramadol is also known to cause addiction and neonatal dependency on the drug. A change in the diameter of the umbilical vessels is caused due to the painkillers, and this will have an effect on the flow of blood to your baby. This is why it is best to stay away from painkillers in general during your pregnancy unless you have no choice but to take them.
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) in particular are known to cause this problem. If the blood flow is restricted, your baby will not get enough nutrition, which will either result in restrictions in growth and in extreme and unfortunate cases, the death of the child.
So, can you take tramadol while pregnant? Only if prescribed by your doctor when there is no other choice. It is best to stay away from it as it is not considered safe due to lack of proper study. In tests done on animals, it showed that Tramadol has the possibility of causing moderate to severe damage in the foetus. Respiratory depression and collapse in the foetus is a very serious threat, and so the use of Tramadol is strictly forbidden during delivery.
What If a Pregnant Woman has Already Taken Ultram In Pregnancy
If you have taken Tramadol, let your doctor know about it and so that you can get the proper advice on how to go about it from there. If at all your doctor feels you need it, the smallest possible dose will be prescribed to you. But most doctors will prescribe something that is less harmful. If you take them frequently and you want to stop, it is not advised that you stop taking it cold turkey. Instead, bring this to your doctor’s attention so that you can get professional help in weaning yourself off the drug without incurring the sudden withdrawal symptoms that can take place from such a sudden action. If the drug is stopped cold turkey, you are likely to experience irritation, anxiety or panic, diarrhoea, chills, hallucinations and so much more.
Complications & Side Effects of Taking Tramadol during Pregnancy
Here are some of the complications or side effects associated with taking Tramadol during pregnancy:
1. Easily Abused
The central nervous system responds to pain differently because Tramadol changes this aspect, making it very easy to abuse the drug.
2. Maternal and Foetal Addiction
Due to the potent and opioid components in this drug, it is addictive in nature, something that is very dangerous for babies. If this drug is used consistently, there is a high chance that babies will become dependent on it. Even after the drug is discontinued, babies will still experience withdrawal symptoms one month after birth. Babies can also experience birth defects or premature births. A few other symptoms include irritability, jitteriness, seizures and abnormal muscular activity.
3. Dangerous Combos
If this drug is mixed with other medication it may cause uncontrollable shaking and seizures can result.
4. Simply Problematic
Even when taken in the correct dose, Tramadol has been known to cause side effects such as abdominal pain, itchiness and rashes, joint pains, depression, severe headaches, nausea and more.
5. Learning and Behavioural Problems
Your baby’s brain is developing even until the end of your pregnancy. Taking medications during your pregnancy can have lasting effects on your child’s learning and behaviour.
6. Tramadol and Breastfeeding
Like some other medications, Tramadol can be transferred into the breast milk. If babies consume too much of it through breast milk, they are likely to show signs of increased sleepiness, sedation, difficulty breastfeeding, difficulty breathing and limpness, and will need to see an expert.
Precautions to Follow While Taking Tramadol
If you do need to take this drug for some reason, keep the following precautions in mind:
It is not meant to be used along with MAO inhibitors.
Avoid alcohol during treatment.
When it comes to patients who suffer from drug dependence, central genesis, liver dysfunctions and increased sensitivity to opioid components, treatments with this drug should be avoided.
Avoid it for treatment of narcotic withdrawal syndrome.
It should not be used for more than the specific amount of time needed as prolonged use can cause dependency on the drug.
It should not be used for children under 14.
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions:
1. Will baby require extra monitoring during pregnancy or after delivery?
At around twenty weeks, most women are offered scans as a part of their antenatal care. Here they will check for birth defects in the baby. Though using Tramadol is not actually expected to cause any problems that would require the need for extra monitoring, those who need to take the drug for a particular medical condition are watched more closely so that you can be sure that your baby is growing and developing the correct way. Women who tend to use the drug for recreational purposes are watched even more closely. Those women who have had to take Tramadol during their late pregnancy will have babies who will need to be kept for observation after birth for any kind of signs of withdrawal.
2. Does it affect the baby's health if the father has taken Tramadol?
So far we have seen how tramadol and pregnancy go together from the maternal side. Though there has been no study dedicated to investigating what the effects of Tramadol in the father have on the unborn child, most experts say that it is not likely that the drug can cause any harm to the baby through the sperm. More study in this area is needed, especially on the effects the drug has if the father takes it at the time of conception.
Always keep a record of any medications you take so that you can inform your doctor about them if and when needed. If you have any need to see a doctor for your own health, make sure that the doctor knows that you are pregnant so that this can be taken into consideration when medication is being prescribed for you.
Being prescribed medication like Tramadol, something that has been known to cause some unpleasant side effects, you will have to examine the benefits and disadvantages before deciding on whether it is worth taking the risk. How medications affect your baby is important, and you need to be very careful about what medication you decide to put into your body.
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A New Journey Called Motherhood - Breastfeeding and Other Initial Problems
I am a mother to a 3-year-old baby girl. It was relatively easier for me to bring her up because of the support from my in-laws and husband. So, for the first-time mommies out there, I suggest that you take all the help you can get since it will be easier for you and less stressful. As you will have to breastfeed your baby, match your sleeping patterns with that of your child's sleeping pattern. Cook, clean, and take care of the baby accordingly.
Initially, owing to the lack of breast milk production, I had to give cow's milk mixed with water to my baby. This was a major cause of stress for me as I felt that I was not a good or complete mother. I was not able to satisfy the basic need of my child. The paediatrician suggested that I should get adequate sleep, eat healthy and nutritious food, and drink at least 4 litres of water every day to start producing milk efficiently. And it did work. I started eating lots of greens, methi seeds laddoos, etc. All thanks to my mother. And slowly, I could see the difference in the quantity of milk I was producing.
Stress and less water intake are major reasons for lack or little milk production. However, it is the time when one should try to relax, enjoy time with the baby, and follow a proper nourishing diet to make sure that the baby is fed well. Post this problem, I dealt with another problem of returning to work after 4 months and leaving my baby in the care of my mother in law. After staying with the baby for so long and suddenly leaving the baby, resuming work was not easy. Initially, I started with 3 hours of work or half a day work, and gradually increased the working hours. As I was working with a consulting firm, it helped me. Again since the baby needs to be breastfed at least for initial 6 months, the problem I faced was resolved by buying a breast pump. I went for the manual one. I used to pump milk before leaving and this ensured that the baby was taken care of till the time I returned from work. My best advice to the new moms out there would be to learn, alter, or incorporate things in your life as you go along in your journey with your child. Every child is unique and so are their needs. What worked for me might work for some and might not work for some. So, create a routine that is comfortable for you and your baby.
Happy Motherhood!!
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