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12 Best Herbs to Boost Fertility
Diet and drug use, among myriad other factors, play a role in determining one’s fertility. If you and your partner are looking to conceive, the groundwork begins with cleaning up and going natural (as much as possible) on those two fronts.
How Herbs Help to Increase Fertility?
Herbs act as supplements to a healthy diet to help boost your body’s regular functioning. Some herbs help detoxify the body, others work to modulate the immune system (which could falsely identify a foetus as an external threat and prevent pregnancy), and more others help to stimulate the endocrine system which regulates hormone production (fertility is largely dependent on sex hormones).
Top Fertility Herbs to Get Pregnant
Here are some special herbs that have been studied and used to aid in conception and bringing a pregnancy to term healthily.
1. Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh is indigenous to North America. It is known to have been used as pain relief medication for hundreds of years. Its use in relation to ‘fertility’ is in the regularisation of periods. Its diuretic properties help bring on menstruation if it is late. It also effectively soothes menstrual pain, uterine irritability, ovarian pain, premenstrual migraine and also aids in the healing of uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts and endometriosis.
Please note that Black Cohosh is a quick effect herb and is not recommended for long-term use.
2. Liquorice
Liquorice root extract can be bought as a tincture, or the root itself can be used to make a decoction. Its action with regard to fertility is twofold.
It helps detoxify and repair the liver, support the endocrine system and modulate the immune system. All three of these functions contribute to better overall hormonal health.
It is a phytoestrogen, i.e., while it is not produced by the body, it acts as oestrogen does. Phytoestrogen binds to oestrogen receptor sites, and so blocks these sites being bound by xenohormones. (Xenohormones are foreign molecules that bind to hormone receptors and hamper the health of the body.)
Liquorice also helps balance blood sugar levels, acts as anti-inflammatory, aids digestion and helps cervical mucus production. When taking liquorice, always stick to the recommended dosage. Do not consume in large quantities.
3. Ashwagandha
The Ashwagandha root extracts can be taken as tincture or capsules. It helps bolster your body’s ability to deal with stress, supports the endocrine system and helps normalise the immune system – all of which, if impaired, could lead to fertility issues.
Stress-induced infertility in men can also be combated with Ashwagandha. Avoid excessive use during pregnancy.
4. Evening Primrose Oil - EPO
Evening Primrose oil is extracted from the seeds of Evening Primrose plant. It promotes and maintains hormonal balance and aids in alleviating PMS symptoms such as a headache, breast tenderness, bloating and irritability. In addition to this, EPO also increases cervical mucus. Cervical mucus is essential for sperm to journey to the egg and achieve conception.
5. Shatavari
Shatavari is consumed as an extract or in capsule form. Shatavari has been traditionally used as herbal treatment for infertility in India for centuries. Its action in boosting fertility is the result of its many beneficial effects. It modulates the immune system, helps combat stress, increases cervical mucus and regulates the menstrual cycle.
6. Castor Oil
Extracted from the seeds of the Castor plant, Castor oil, is applied externally with the help of a castor oil pack. To make the pack, soak a piece of flannel cloth in castor oil until it’s saturated. Place it over your lower abdomen, cover it with the plastic sheet and weighed down with a hot water bottle. Lay back and cover it with a towel and relax for 30-45 minutes. Later remove the pack and clean your tummy.
Castor oil stimulates the lymphatic system (fights disease and removes toxins), the circulatory system (promotes overall health) and the liver (helps removes toxins and maintain hormonal balance).
7. Maca
Maca is a plant indigenous to the highlands of Peru. Growing in the volcanic soils of the highlands, Maca is rich in minerals and phytonutrients. It supports hormonal balance and boosts thyroid health. It also increases energy, stamina and libido.
It can be taken as tincture or capsules, but more commonly is used in powder form as an additive to juice, smoothies and even baked goods. It is a staple food (not just medicine) of the Peruvian people, and as such, it doesn’t possess any side effects.
8. Damiana
Damiana is a shrub with yellow flowers that is found throughout South and Central America, Mexico and the West Indies. Its leaves are dried and used to make a tea which serves as an aphrodisiac. It stimulates nerves and increases blood flow to sexual organs. Damiana can help men overcome impotence and also modulate spermatorrhea, which is a condition that causes excessive, accidental ejaculations.
9. Milk Thistle
Milk Thistle is a prickly plant that is found in regions of Australia, New Zealand, United States, Iran and Southern England where it originated. It is best taken in tincture form as its seeds are harder to digest. Milk Thistle is an excellent natural medicine for the liver. It cleanses, renews and protects your liver. The liver, in turn, maintains hormonal health.
Milk Thistle also aids production of breast milk and is known to help stave postpartum depression.
10. Cinnamon
The cinnamon bark can be powdered to make capsules, or a tincture can be extracted from its root. Just like other natural fertility herbs in this list, cinnamon also has multiple beneficial effects that contribute to its fertility boosting effects.
Cinnamon has been observed to reduce insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is believed to be one of the factors that cause PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) in women, which is a major cause of infertility and believed to affect 1 in 10 women. Cinnamon also helps control heavy menstrual bleeding.
11. White Peony
White Peony is an important plant in Chinese medicine. It is used in with other herbs to help conceive. It is used to soothe painful menstruation, endometriosis, uterine fibroids and PCOS. It helps the circulation of blood to the pelvic area.
It is taken as a decoction of the root or as a liquid extract.
12. Dong Quai
Dong Quai is a powerful fertility herb and has been in use since ancient times. Its area of influence includes the treatment of menstrual irregularities and as an aid to uterus health (muscle health). It helps alleviate delayed menstruation, short menstruation with cramps, light menstruation and stagnant conditions by promoting blood flow in the pelvic region. It is taken in tincture form.
Man’s relation to herbs is one that has spanned millennia. They were our first medicine, and remain to this day, effective and non-toxic. If you are on medication for any ailment at all, be sure to inform your physician before opting for a regular course of herbal medicine.
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5th Month of Pregnancy - Symptoms, Body Changes and Baby Development
As you advance into the fifth month, you're halfway into your pregnancy. The fetus is developing rapidly. You may also have started gaining weight. Keep reading to know what you can expect in this month.
Symptoms in the Fifth Month
By the fifth month, the pregnancy symptoms reduce. In this month, you'll experience:
1. Baby Movements
First-time mothers may not be able to feel their baby's movements to a great extent. Experienced moms are more aware of the movements.
2. Heartburn
Heartburn is a symptom that lasts throughout pregnancy. As the baby grows, he may need more room for himself and can start exerting pressure on the internal organs forcing contents to move back into the oesophagus. Also, the muscles separating the oesophagus and the stomach tend to relax letting the stomach acid penetrate into the oesophagus causing heartburn.
3. Breast Enlargement
The breasts become bigger and start generating colostrum – a yellowish secretion which is the first milk, also called the foremilk. Unlike breast milk, it may not flow freely. Usually, the breasts may express some drops.
4. Skin Pigmentation
Fluctuating pregnancy hormones can lead to increased melanin production triggering darkening of the skin at various places in many pregnant women. The skin typically darkens around the forehead, cheeks, and nose in the form of a mask. Such a condition is colloquially called mask of pregnancy.
5. Increase in Appetite
Most pregnant women experience an increase in appetite in the fifth month. You may also develop food cravings and aversion for certain foods.
6. High Blood Pressure
Some women develop gestational hypertension while pregnant, resulting in high blood pressure.
7. Palpitations
Some women experience heart palpitations due to a higher pulse rate and heart rate.
8. Increase in WBCs
The number of leukocytes or white blood cells increases during the fifth month of pregnancy, sometimes resulting in low haemoglobin.
9. Kidney Disorders
The pressure on the kidneys may lead to kidney disorders.
10. Bleeding Gums
Some pregnant women develop pregnancy gingivitis (swollen, tender gums) due to higher estrogen levels leading to bleeding gums.
11. Constipation
Bowel movements become difficult due to increased progesterone levels. This causes constipation.
12. Vision
Hormonal changes may adversely affect the sharpness of vision.
13. Noticeable Veins
You'll likely notice prominent veins below the skin’s surface.
14. Stretch Marks
The stretching of the ligaments causes stretch marks.
15. Darkening of Nipples
The nipples may become darker while Montgomery's glands also tend to enlarge.
16. Stronger Nails and Hair
The hair and nails become healthier and stronger.
17. Change in the Centre of Gravity
A change in the centre of gravity can make you affect your balance while walking.
18. Shortness of Breath
The uterus puts pressure on your diaphragm, making breathing difficult.
19. Headache
Hormonal changes can also cause headaches.
20. Frequent Urination
As bladder control becomes weaker, you'll have to visit the restroom frequently.
21. Mood Swings
Hormonal fluctuations result in mood swings and food cravings.
Concerns in the Fifth Month of Pregnancy
A few women experience discomfort in the fifth month of pregnancy. It can take the form of:
Abdominal pain
Leg cramps
Swollen ankles and feet
Backache, especially in the lower back
Increase in the pulse rate
Low haemoglobin, resulting in anaemia
Secretion of colostrum from mammary glands
The appearance of varicose veins (swollen veins) beneath on the legs
Haemorrhoids in the rectal area
Increase in vaginal discharge
Acute cystitis (inflamed bladder)
Baby Development at 5 Months
By this stage, the growth of the baby happens rapidly. Your baby crown-rump length (CRL) is 13 - 25.6 cm, and weight is between 140 and 300 grams. The developmental milestones that your baby goes through in the fifth month are:
Your baby’s skin gets coated in a thick, creamy and protective covering called the vernix. It protects his fragile skin from the amniotic fluid.
Your baby's muscles and bones become denser, and his hands, legs, fingers and toes become well-defined.
His eyebrows, eyelids, eyelashes, hair, ears, and nails start forming.
Your baby can stretch, open his eyes a bit, yawn, suck on his thumb, kick and move around.
He can also twist and turn around.
The baby’s tiny features can make facial expressions.
His schedule consists of sleeping and waking.
During this time, your baby's fingerprints form.
He also develops genitals at this stage.
Your baby starts hearing sounds. Therefore, outside noises can disturb him.
His brain develops further.
By the 18th week, your little one's immune system also develops.
By the 20th week, the nervous system starts to function. The endocrine glands and the spleen start performing their roles.
Your baby may assume the head-down position.
He develops sensitivity to light.
He also starts forming taste buds. A 5-month-old unborn baby may be able to sense the difference between salty and sweet.
5 Months of Pregnancy - Ultrasound
Your doctor may suggest a mid-pregnancy scan to check the well-being of your pregnancy and to check the baby at 5 months pregnant. This comprehensive scan is also called anomaly scan because one of the purposes of the scan is to look for structural abnormalities in the fetus. The doctor may help you see your baby’s face, limbs, the major organs as well as his heart on the scan.
In case the ultrasound reveals an abnormality, your doctor may recommend extra scans to establish the complication and the likely course of treatment.
Dos and Don'ts in the Fifth Month
To reduce your discomfort and avoid pregnancy complications, follow these dos and don’ts:
Dos
1. Increase the Intake of Vitamin C
Incorporate foods like broccoli, oranges, and tomatoes into your 5-month pregnancy diet for vitamin C.
2. Take Natural Supplements
Eating dry fruits like dates, almonds, pistachios, and walnuts can prove beneficial during pregnancy.
3. Eat a High Fibre Diet
Include fibre in your diet to battle constipation and hemorrhoids.
4. Adopt a Good Posture
With the growing belly, maintaining a good sitting and standing posture is important. A good posture can help to ease the aches and pains that occur during pregnancy.
5. Stand Under a Cooling Shower
To deal with rashes on the breasts, underarms or the groin area, take a shower with cool water.
6. Avoid Sitting/Standing for Long Hours
To improve blood circulation and avoid cramps and aches, refrain from sitting or standing for long. Get up and move around at regular intervals.
7. Take Rest
Taking adequate rest and sleeping well during pregnancy is essential to reduce pregnancy-related stress and fatigue. If you can't sleep for long hours, take power naps.
8. Adopt a Comfortable Sleeping Position
The expanding belly makes certain sleeping positions uncomfortable. Try and sleep to your left side. A pregnancy pillow between the legs can provide comfort.
9. Wear Comfortable Footwear
Switch to flats and avoid heels. You will find that your shoe size may be slightly bigger now. But you need not worry as it will return to the usual size after childbirth.
Don’ts
1. Avoid Junk Foods
Stay away from junk food during pregnancy; it can cause gastritis and nausea. Also, restrict the intake of fried foods and sweets.
2. Refrain from Crossing Your Legs
Sitting with your legs crossed over during pregnancy is not a good idea as it can disrupt the blood flow.
3. Don't Hold Your Pee
During pregnancy, you're at a greater risk of developing a urinary tract infection. So, relieve yourself whenever you feel the need to.
4. Avoid Sudden and Jerky Movements
Getting up abruptly from the bed or a sitting position causes dizziness and faintness.
Warning Signs
If you notice any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
Vaginal bleeding
A temperature higher than 100.4 degrees
Belly/pelvic pain/severe cramping
Painful urination
Dark-coloured urine
Vomiting that lasts for more than 24 hours or gets worse
Increased or foul-smelling vaginal discharge
Tips for Dads-To-Be
Ask your spouse to:
Help you with the household chores
Create a pleasant environment at home.
Accompany you to ultrasound check-ups.
Spend quality time with you.
Go shopping with you for maternal essentials.
Give you a foot and neck massage.
Adopt an active lifestyle during pregnancy. Listen to soothing music, go for short walks, learn meditation and yoga, and be positive and stress-free. You can use this time to plan for the arrival of your bundle of joy! During this phase of pregnancy, there's also a risk of miscarriage. So in case of any doubts, seek your gynaecologist's advice without further delay.
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10 Effective Ways to Discipline Kids against Swearing
It can be very shocking for parents to hear their kid curse. They may wonder from where he has picked up bad language and whether he truly realises its inference. Most parents need to understand that it is quite typical of kids to use colourful language at times. Kids tend to pick up words from their environment and may repeat it unknowingly. Parents' reaction to their kid’s cursing can impact his future cursing behaviour. It may be useful to nip your kid’s habit of using choice words early on so that he may learn to speak courteously throughout his life.
Why Do Kids Swear?
Younger children swearing is more likely a case of repeating words they may have heard adults saying. They are still in the stage of developing the skill of using the language to communicate which they tend to do by mimicking words they hear. It is highly unlikely that they use bad language to offend or hurt anyone. More often than not, they are simply developing verbal skills.
Older kids may swear for many reasons. They may do it to appear cool or to be in sync with the current fads doing the rounds. In case it is something that they haven’t heard often, they may use it without knowing it is offensive.
Sometimes kids use colourful language to get attention. Most parents take cognizance of their kid uttering swear words. They may get troubled or perhaps laugh but either way, the kid gains some attention. A kid may remember this and make use of the swear word whenever he is craving for some. Unfortunately, it tends to usually materialise at the most inconvenient times causing extreme embarrassment for the parents.
When kids grow a bit older, they normally begin to understand that colourful words are impolite. But they may still say them to express emotions like anger, frustration. Too often, swearing is used as an ineloquent and default means to convey feelings as the child may lack a good command over vocabulary.
From Where Do They Learn Swear Words?
Kids may pick up curse words from several sources. The most likely place is, of course, the home. Parents who are generally mindful of their language in public may slip up on quite a few occasions while at home. If your child happens to hear you say it, he is prone to use it too.
Kids also hear bad language when watching television and films. Curse words seem to have increasingly crept into television shows, movies, conversations, YouTube videos resulting in kids' overexposure to their usage. Even some cartoons contain objectionable language which no parent would wish their kid to learn.
Children may start swearing if their friends do it or they see a much older kid doing it at school. They may think that using profanities can make them more appealing or popular among their peers.
How to Stop Your Child from Cursing?
The harsh fact is that most kids are certain to hear profanity at some point in their lives and use it as well. But a calm and stern explanation as to why it is unacceptable and inappropriate may curb the issue for good. Some helpful tips to stop your kid from cursing can be:
1. Fitting Reaction
Remaining calm is crucial. Overreacting can reinforce bad behaviour particularly if the cause of swearing is to attract attention. Try and avoid losing your cool or laughing off the matter. Instead, explain to your child that swearing is improper and will not be accepted.
2. Avoid Confrontation
Avoid getting into an argument with your child regarding swearing especially when the tempers are running high. It may only make the situation worse. Try to identify the underlying reasons for cursing and discuss the matter when things become calmer.
3. Establish Strict Rules
In case swearing turns into a serious issue, it may help to create a strict household rule about it. Make sure there is no relaxation in implementing and following the rule. You may need to issue constant reminders and warnings to drive home the point.
4. Model Right Behaviour
Avoid bad language in front of your kids. If they hear you use swear-words, they may probably think it is all right to do so too. In case you do slip and swear, offer an apology right away. Doing so will help set the right example for your kid.
5. Consider Your Kid’s Age
Most parents may wonder how to stop a toddler from cursing. Toddlers who are in the process of exploring the language may not grasp the full implication of swearing. Thus, scolding them may not prove helpful. In most cases, ignoring the instance altogether may prevent its reoccurrence. Older kids who are aware that cursing is bad may require more firm handling.
6. Age-appropriate Consequences
Do take into consideration the context of cursing while disciplining your child. Depending on the circumstances, decide the penalty. For example, purposely calling somebody a bad name is certainly worse than accidentally uttering a bad word on tripping and falling. Both actions need to be checked but ensure that the reprimand fits the crime.
7. Provide Suitable Alternatives
Usually, telling a child that saying a certain word is not proper is likely to discourage him from using it again. You can also offer acceptable replacements to swearing while correcting his language like shoot, dang, fish.
8. Build Your Child’s Vocabulary
Occasionally a child may swear due to lack of effective communication and social skills. Therefore, work on your kid’s command of language and expand his range of words.
9. Regulate Media Exposure
Stay vigilant on what your kid listens or watches. Supervise your child’s television and movie viewing to reduce his likely exposure to the foul language he may receive while watching them. Anticipate other ways your kid may get exposed to unsuitable language and take corrective measures.
10. Offer Positive Reinforcements
Praise your kid for responding to adverse situations without cursing. Express your appreciation and demonstrate it as well. You can say that you are very proud of him. Avoid giving material rewards or money.
How You Can Encourage Respectful Speaking and Reduce Swearing in Your Family
Here are some simple ideas to help encourage respectful speaking in your family:
You can introduce the swear jar to address the problem of swearing. Anyone who happens to use a colourful word is required to put some penalty money into a jar for the offence. Don’t use the collected money for some fun activity lest it sends a wrong message to the kids.
You can urge your child to come up with his own silly words or expressions as substitutes for cursing.
Formulating a formal reward system may assist in promoting the polite language. In this regard, a token economy arrangement can be a wonderful way to endorse good behaviour.
Parents may like to make their child aware of ways language affect other people. By digging deeper as to what triggers swearing and then responding appropriately to it, parents can gain success in cleaning up their kid’s language and teaching them virtuous behaviour.
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When it comes to desserts, nothing delights kids more than cupcakes. If you are looking for an easy-peasy cupcake recipe, this is the one you can bank on. Since, this recipe is egg free; it will come in handy when you run out of eggs. Plus, we are also showing a very quick way to decorate them – with one of the most popular sweet treats for kids – gems.
Serves
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
6 People
10 -15 Minutes
15-20 Minutes
Ingredients
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ cup + 2tbsp powdered sugar
¼ cup butter
¼ cup thick yogurt
2-3 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla essence
½ cup whipped cream
Colorful confetti/sprinkles
Cadbury gems for decoration
Method
Step 1
Preheat the oven at 180 degree Celsius. Line 6 cups muffin tray and set aside.
Step 2
In large bowl, sift together all purpose flour, baking powder & soda bicarbonate.
Step 3
In another bowl, beat softened butter, powdered sugar, milk, yogurt & vanilla essence together till light & fluffy.
Step 4
Add in the sifted flour and whisk till the batter is ready. Pour the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 mins.
Step 5
When done, take them out of the oven and let them cool down to room temperature.
Step 6
Fill the whipped cream in a piping bag fitted with a star nozzle.
Step 7
Pipe the cream onto the cupcakes. Sprinkle the colourful confetti. Decorate with Cadbury gems. Enjoy!
Nutritional Information
Calories
213 K cal
Proteins
3.0 g
Fats
11.1 g
Carbohydrates
25.4 g
Cholesterol
32 mg
Sodium
169 mg
Potassium
130 mg
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10 Effective Tips for Helping Your Kids with Homework
As parents, you might be forgiven for thinking that the most difficult part of raising a child was the first few years. Even though that time was fraught with new complications and difficulties, the most difficult part of raising a child still remains the period in which he goes to school.
Education is of paramount importance, as it plays a huge role in how your child develops in the future. Education molds his personality and prepares the child to tackle various problems and stand up to the world around him. Therefore, the importance of education and consequently, homework, cannot be understated- you need to pay a lot of attention to your child’s homework to ensure that he grows up right.
Helping your child with his homework will not only help him understand the topics being taught better but also gives you a chance to bond with your child. A lot of light-hearted moments can result from the time, and you have the chance to get closer to your child. However, you must ensure that you do not do all of the work required of him- the best thing to do is to gradually nudge him and point him in the right direction, and then let him figure it out for himself.
Let us take a look at ten ways in which you can help your child do his homework.
How to Help Your Child with Homework?
You need to ensure that you are not too obvious while helping your child out so that he understands the topics on his own with your guidance.
1. Plan it Out
The moment the new academic year begins, you have to have a plan as to how you will approach studies for your child this year. This applies in the case of homework for kids who are grown up, too. You need to improve upon the benchmarks set by your child in the previous year, so plan carefully. In fact, get the help of your child to plan it out so that he feels committed to the goals as well. Analyse what went wrong the last year, and try to improve upon it.
2. Routines are Gold
You also need to ensure that there exists a routine in the case of doing the homework, right from the first day of school. Implementation of the routine means that the child is involved in what goes on in class each day, and learns whatever is being taught without any backlog. Within a few days of starting this practice, you will find that the routine becomes a part of his life and he has no qualms about doing the homework each day.
3. Give Power to Your Child
In some instances, the parents are in a hurry to finish the homework, so they end up doing most of the work themselves. Being a spectator with no contributions will not help the child in any way. In fact, it becomes counterproductive as they always think that you are there to bail them out. Therefore, ensure that you always put your child in command of the situation. Your child has to try to figure out the answers themselves, and you simple nudge him into the right direction whenever he strays.
4. Correct them Afterwards
Never be impatient when watching your child do his homework. For example, While he is writing an essay, let him complete it before pointing out the mistakes in it. You may notice a lot of grammatical errors and spelling mistakes when he writes it, but refrain from pointing it out while he writes them- interruptions in the process can lead to your child not learning well. You can explain each mistake after they are done so that they do not repeat those the next time over.
5. Set up Space
Your child must have a location within the home to do his homework in- it is equally important as setting a routine. With a safe space, he feels comfortable and can dive headfirst into the homework in front of him. It is imperative that he feels relaxed so that his concentration does not waver from work. You should ensure that your child is undisturbed when he is in this space- noise-cancelling headphones and setting up the table along a wall can also help your child focus well.
6. Choose a Time
This is an important part of setting up a routine, as it can affect the concentration levels of your child too. You need to make your child do his homework at this particular time so as to ensure that it becomes a routine to be followed every day. Choose the time according to both of your preferences- accommodate his wishes while choosing the time, too. Do not make him miss his favourite TV show in order to do his homework, as it can result in disdain and ultimately, lack of focus from the child.
7. Include Breaks
While you set up the homework time for your child, be sure to include a few breaks in between. Contrary to the popular misconception among parents, breaks do not reduce the productivity of their child- they improve it. Your child gets a few minutes to replenish his energy levels and is able to attack the problems in front of him anew. While setting up breaks during the study time, make sure to get your child’s input on how they should be. Some children may prefer periodic breaks, while others may prefer to take a break after each assignment and the likes.
8. Tell him your Expectations
Right from the time you start with homework for kindergarten children, you have to ensure that the child knows what is expected of him. Ensure that he knows what will happen if he fails to complete his work in time. Make it clear from the start, so that the onus is upon him to finish the homework. Do not get angry at him if he intentionally fails to complete his work- rather, discipline him by carrying out a preset activity, like reducing TV time or taking away his video games for a time.
9. Know the Teachers
You are not the only person who is involved in the academic development of your child- so it is highly recommended that you meet the teacher of your kid once in a while. Understand what the teacher expects from your child so that you can help him develop into that level. Also, get to know the homework policies of the teacher, so that you can tailor your home-routine around that.
10. Offer Rewards
If it is important to discipline the child for failing to complete the tasks in the given time, it is also equally important that you reward him when he completes his homework ahead of time. In the homework schedule that you set up, try to set up rewards and incentives so that your child exactly knows what he has to do in order to get his treats. Some of the most common rewards for young children include electronic gadgets, longer playtimes with his friends and even purchasing new video games at the end of the schedule.
It is important for parents to ensure that homework is perceived as a fun activity by their children, rather than monotonous chores. They have to be involved in the activities- after all, learning the topics underneath is the actual goal of giving homework to children.
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A. For yourself I would recommend you Shatavari powder three times in the day to increase your lactation other than that since your child is six months complete you can give Amul Taaza milk to your child that is easier for the childhood digest and flavour is also good even if you want you can add some dry fruit powder saffron or turmeric for flavour change that’s also a good option to try these alternative
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Q. after delivey back pain is normal???
Dr Sameer awadhiya
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A. If there is back pain you have to maintain a proper posture take a healthy diet and also do some regular exercise specially back extension exercises to strengthen muscles also you can take calcium and iron supplements suggested by yohur doctor imf still you are having weakness and other symptoms it needs a proper assessment
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