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5 Unique Marriage Problems Indian Moms Face After Childbirth - and How To Fix Them
The transition from being a couple to becoming a family is something you will always cherish. However, the experience can also leave you more than a bit surprised, especially in your married life. The husband-wife relationship after a baby often suffers as you both adjust to your new responsibilities as parents. There's not much time for each other and this can hit you hard. The good news is that there are some effective ways to help you deal with these marriage problems after your baby is born...
What Changes Really?
The addition of a new member to the family brings added responsibilities and the need to divide your time. Adjusting to the sleeping schedule of your newborn, changing diapers on time, nursing the baby, and getting the usual household chores done becomes part of everyday life. Almost all relationships after childbirth take a back-seat. But new moms and dads can face a particularly difficult time adjusting to the new routine. Add to that the lack of sleep and it's only natural that personal relationships suffer!
But other than the usual things that you do expect after marriage, there are some very challenging problems that Indian women face in particular. These can take a little getting used to and need you to work at resolving them before they become all-consuming.
1. Interference by In-laws
If you live in a joint-family after marriage, it is likely that your in-laws play a part in your decisions as a family. It is all very well in the beginning but some days you just wish you were back home with your own parents, with the liberty to be grumpy about invasion! With your in-laws, you know that's not going to work in your favour. And now especially after your baby, your in-laws may want to shower your baby with all the love possible but also shower you with advice (the unwanted kind). How do you politely say no?
The fix: Speak to your husband. Tell him you love if your baby could be raised by the two of you alone. Tell him you know that his parents mean well and that you are OK with the occasional advice from them. Let him gently speak to his parents so that it doesn't get too ugly.
2. Judgement If You And Hubby Spend Some Time Alone
There is no dearth of opinions when there's a new baby in an Indian household. The list of do's and don'ts is exhaustive and honestly you are quite exhausted already. So, when you decide to keep baby with in-laws or your parents, watch out of the odd aunty who may gasp at how selfish you are being.
The fix: Ignore. You know what's best for your baby. A lot of relationships go through strain after a baby just because you do not spend enough time together. If the two of you have been smart enough to work on yourselves, by all means go for it. Your baby gets time to bond with the grandparents and other family members too, so everybody is happy.
3. Expectation to Handle the Baby By Yourself
While there is no shortage of advice, the actual execution of all the baby care is expected by the mother alone. Your husband is meant to provide financially and you are meant to be the caregiver. This atrocious norm leads to an exhausted mother and a lack of bonding between father and child.
The fix: Hopefully, your husband too disagrees with this general view and you can both raise your baby equally. In fact, we would suggest you educate people by example. A union of mother and father is beautiful and more so when your baby can equally depend on both of you for comfort and care.
4. Being Considered Unfit to Handle Finances
Have you been repeatedly told to let your husband handle the money while you should just relax? What if you don't want to? A lot of new mothers find it very crippling to have to depend on someone else financially, especially if they have worked before. But an Indian mom returning to work after motherhood has to face all kinds of criticism, including how she doesn't care a bit about leaving her baby all day!
The fix: Do not take offence to anyone you says woman can't handle finances but continue to find ways to support yourself. It doesn't matter what anyone thinks as long as you believe you are fit to take care of your needs.
5. Marriage Takes a Backseat
While some couples realise the importance of bonding even after a baby, some may get overwhelmed with responsibility and put their roles as parents before their roles as spouses. Understand that romance isn't dead once you are done making babies and that intimacy only strengthens your communion as parents, eventually helping your child too.
The fix: No matter how drained you both are, take the time to discuss your day with each other. Talk about things other than your baby even if it's just a 10-minute discussion over dinner. It can make a world of difference. Divide the household chores between yourselves and try to take frequent naps to keep your energy up. As things begin settling into a routine and your baby is a few months old, make plans to go out as a family. Being away from home for even a couple of hours can be refreshing and stimulating. Once your child is old enough to be left in the care of a trusted family member or a sitter, go out as a couple. Rekindle your romance over a candlelit dinner, a movie or even just a long walk.
With a new baby around it may be difficult to fit in time for romance and intimacy. But, with a little planning and good time management, there's no reason you can't make things work. Ask your parents to play babysitters if you're planning a date. They'll be only too eager to pamper your little darling!
So moms, know that your marriage will surely change after your baby is born, but it's all a part of life. Be patient and give each other time. Remind yourself that things will get much easier as you cross the first few tough months.
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Immunizing Your Newborn: Vaccination In The First 24 Hours
Vaccination is a simple yet extremely important responsibility of parents towards their babies. It can be simply explained as providing a newborn with virulent organisms that help stimulate the immune system to fight against disease-causing or pathogenic organisms.
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Why Is A Newborn Vaccinated?
Newborns are prone to a variety of infectious diseases owing to their low immunity levels. Vaccinations strengthen their immune system to prevent these dangerous diseases. While a number of preventable infectious diseases have been eliminated or eradicated by means of vaccinations, about seven of them are preventable by timely and scheduled vaccination of every newborn baby. These include diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, haemophilus influenza type-B, hepatitis, polio, and pneumococcal disease.
First Vaccines For Your Newborn
It is essential to administer the following important vaccines within the first few hours of birth. This list of vaccines for newborn baby will help protect against deadly diseases.
1. BCG Vaccine
The Bacillus Calmette Guerin or the BCG vaccine is usually the first immunization for baby after birth. The National Immunization Schedule has listed BCG as a compulsory vaccine (single dose) that shall be administered within the first week. It offers the newborn protection against tuberculosis.
2. Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV)
OPV is orally administered alongside BCG, usually on the first or second day after birth. It helps protect your baby against Poliomyelitis. OPV is given under The National Immunization Schedule as doses of zero (at birth), 6 months, and 9 months of age, followed by a booster shot at 4 years of age. India has successfully eliminated poliomyelitis and in order to eradicate it, polio vaccination is made compulsory for all children less than five years of age.
3. Hepatitis B Vaccine (Hep-B)
The Hepatitis B vaccine is given to prevent hepatitis B infection in children. The first or zero dose is also given alongside BCG and OPV after birth. It is a compulsory vaccine included in the National Immunization Schedule.
BCG and HepB are injectable vaccines, while OPV is an orally administered live vaccine.
Besides the routine vaccinations, the baby may be given a shot of Vitamin K after birth. Babies nowadays are usually given this injection of Vitamin K as a routine. Vitamin K is essential for the clotting of blood. A minority of newborns can be congenitally Vitamin K deficient, which may cause bleeding (spontaneous) or even bleedings inside vital organs like brain or liver. Injecting babies with Vitamin K protects them from this bleeding condition.
Side Effects Of Newborn Vaccines
Vaccines given at birth have not been reported to have any severe side effects. Your baby may have soreness at the injection site or be fussy and irritable, for which an antipyretic syrup may be given for symptomatic relief.
A BCG vaccine usually leaves a scar on the injection site, usually over the left arm; the scar may be visible after many years. It usually begins as a tiny erythematous spot (redness of the skin) and may increase in size with the growing baby. It requires no treatment.
What To Do If There Is A Serious Reaction?
Severe reactions post vaccination are pretty rare; however, you should immediately consult a pediatrician in case the baby shows the following symptoms:
High temperature (102 F or more)
Fast or shallow breathing
Keeps crying continuously for hours
Throws fits or seizures
Is poorly responding
Not accepting feeds
Sleeping excessively
Appearance of a visible rash anywhere on the body
A swollen face or eyelids
The above symptoms can hint towards an allergic reaction of severe intensity and need medical attention.
Soothing Your Newborn Baby After Immunizations
Injectable vaccines are painful to the baby and often make the baby restless and irritable, resulting in excessive crying. Breastfeeding is the best way to soothe your baby. It calms down the crying baby and makes it comfortable due to the warmth of the mother’s body.
Formula milk fed babies also need to be kept in skin to skin contact with the mother. As soon as the inflammation settles by itself, the baby will stop crying and often fall asleep after retiring. Rubbing ice or applying turmeric and antiseptics is usually not required. Nor are any analgesics advised to relieve the pain.
When Will The Next Vaccines Be Given To The Baby?
According to The National Immunization Schedule, infants in India are vaccinated at fixed ages in months. After the vaccines given within the first week of birth, your baby will receive the next vaccines at around 6-8 weeks. If you’re wondering which vaccines you should give your baby and when, we’ve got you covered! Use our Vaccination Tracker to effortlessly track overdue and upcoming vaccine doses. Now, there’s no way your little munchkin will miss any visits to the paediatrician.
Following is a brief list of vaccinations (with the ideal ages) that shall follow the vaccinations given at birth.
At 1.5 months age: Second dose of HepB, and first doses of Polio and DTP vaccines
At 2.5 months age: Second doses of DTP and IPV
At 3.5 months age: Third doses of DTP and IPV
At 6 months age: Second dose of OPV and third dose of Hep-B
At 9 months age: Third dose of OPV and first dose of Measles, Mumps and Rubella combination (MMR) vaccine
At 9-12 months age: Typhoid Vaccine
At 15 months age: Second dose of MMR
At 18 months age: First booster doses of DTP and IPV
At 24 months age: Booster of Typhoid Vaccine
At 4-6 years age: 2nd booster of DTP, 1st booster of OPV, and MMR-dose 3
Type B Hemophilus Influenza vaccine, Pneumococcal Vaccine, Inactivated Polio vaccine, Rotavirus, and HPV are optional vaccines which are recommended beyond the compulsory scheduled ones, for added protection. It is recommended to discuss this with the paediatrician.
Conclusion: Vaccinating your newborn is highly beneficial for ensuring good health and disease protection for your baby. It should be practiced as per the national guidelines for efficient immunisation and results. Read more
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Colic in Babies - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
The most treacherous sight for new parents is to see their little bundle of joy crying incessantly. Seeing your baby in such a condition and not being able to fathom the exact cause of it can be pretty daunting for a parent. If your child is crying constantly for no reason, then he might be suffering from colic. Colic in babies can be an extremely uncomfortable experience for both the baby and as well as the parents. Approximately 30 percent of newborn babies experience colic. Here’s all you need to know about colic in babies and how you may effectively deal with it.
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What is Colic in Babies?
Crying is very normal in babies as this is how babies express their discomfort and attract their parent’s attention to tend to their needs. But if you notice your baby, crying uncontrollably without any apparent reason, then you should not be ignorant, as he may have colic.
Colic is not a serious ailment or disease that you need to be worried about. But if your baby is under six months of age and has crying bouts that may last up to three or more hours, for three or more days in a week, and at a stretch for three or more weeks, then your baby may be suffering from colic.It usually appears two to three weeks after the birth and disappears by the time your baby is three to four months old. Though colic may scare you, the good news is, it will gradually subside on its own.
What Causes Colic in Infants?
There is no specific reason that may cause colic in a baby; however, there may be certain triggers for it. Following are the reasons that can cause colic in infants:
1. Gastroesophageal Reflux
In this condition, the contents of the stomach of babies, like stomach acid moves upwards to the oesophagus. This leads to sharp pain or colic in babies.
2. Immature Digestive System
A newborn baby’s gastrointestinal system is still developing and thus whatever is fed to the baby passes on quickly to the intestine and does not break down completely. This may result in the formation of gas that may cause pain and colic in newborns.
3. Intolerance or Allergies
Some infants may be allergic to certain foods. Sometimes babies are lactose intolerant and thus can be allergic to breastmilk. Hence, if they are breastfed they may develop colic.
4. Sensitive Babies
It is also believed that in sensitive babies crying is a way of releasing physical tension. Therefore, colic is more common in babies who are easily stressed by strange noises and sounds.
5. Ingesting Gas while Feeding
Babies, during their feeding sessions, may ingest a lot of gas. The gas can make the babies uneasy and result in colic.
6. Mother’s Diet and Lifestyle
Some experts are of the opinion that colic may also result from the various diet and lifestyle choices of the mother made during pregnancy. For example, women who smoked during her pregnancy or smoke when they are breastfeeding are more likely to have colicky babies.
7. Imbalance of Healthy Bacteria
It is also observed that babies who have colic have different intestinal microflora in comparison to babies who do not have colic. Therefore, there is an imbalance of healthy bacteria in babies who suffer from colic.
Though most cases of frantic crying in babies are generally associated with colic, however, it is not necessary that incessant crying is only indicative of colic. There are other ailments such as a hernia, stomach infections, and other diseases that can make your baby cry profusely. What is important for a parent is to identify the signs and symptoms of colic.
Signs and Symptoms of Baby Colic
To identify colic in your baby, you may look for the following signs and symptoms:
1. The Crying Pattern is Different
You may usually find a considerable difference between colic crying and normal crying. A colicky baby may give out high-pitched and loud wails.
2. Crying Bouts at the Same Time
You may notice that your baby gets colic bouts almost at the same time every day. It is observed that babies tend to get colicky mostly around late noon and it may increase as the evening progresses. When all your attempts to soothe your baby by feeding or rocking go in vain, it might signify you what the problem is—yes, it is a symptom of colic.
3. Changing Postures
Colicky babies generally arch their back, clench their fists, and curl their legs while crying. Change in your baby’s posture in this manner is an evident indication of colic.
4. Physical Signs
You may also look for physical signs, such as a flushed face, frequent burping, and a tighter tummy in your baby. Infants who have colic tend to inhale a lot of air and thus they burp more than usual.
It is recommended to get in touch with your doctor if you recognise any of the above-mentioned colic signs and symptoms in your baby, It is important to seek medical advice in certain cases of colic.
Medical Treatment for Colic in a Young Child
Colic, in general, does not require any medical treatment; but it is the ailment that is causing colic that needs to be identified and treated. Following may be some of the measures that may be prescribed by your doctor to treat colic pain in infants:
1. Probiotics
Probiotics or good bacteria are beneficial for your baby’s intestines as they keep it healthy. An added dose of probiotics may be prescribed by your doctor to ease out any abdominal discomfort that your baby may be experiencing. The added dose can be administered through formula milk or even through breast milk.
2. Gas Relief Drops or Medicine
Your doctor may give drops or colic medicine for babies to ease out colic in your baby. Giving gripe water to babies is also recommended to relieve gas in babies.
3. Change in Formula Milk May Be Recommended
If colic is a result of lactose intolerance or allergy, then the doctor may prescribe a non-milk based formula for your baby. The hydrolyzed formula gets digested easily and is also lighter on your baby’s tummy.
Refrain from using or administering any kind of over-the-counter medicines for colic.
Home Remedies for Colicky Babies
Natural or home remedial measures may also help ease colic in babies. Following are some natural remedies for colic in babies that you can try to soothe your baby:
1. Fennel Seeds
A decoction made from infusing a teaspoon of fennel seeds in a cup of warm water can be given to the baby two to three times in a day. Fennel seeds are very effective in providing relief from gas and stomach ache.
2. Holy Basil
The antispasmodic properties of holy basil are helpful in providing relief from gastrointestinal discomforts. Dried basil leaves can be infused in a cup of warm water for a few minutes. One to two teaspoons of this decoction can be given to the baby to provide relief from colic.
3. Asafoetida
The anti-flatulent property of asafoetida works wonders in relieving colic in babies. You can take a pinch of asafoetida and make a paste of it by adding few drops of water. You may apply this paste on your baby’s tummy two to three times a day.
4. Burp your Baby after Every Feed
Burping your baby is very important after every feeding session. Babies tend to inhale a lot of air while feeding. This air gets trapped and cause sharp abdominal pain. To avoid this, place your baby in an upright position and gently stroke his back and tummy after every feed.
5. Gentle Knee Bending Exercise
Knee bending or pushing exercise is very effective in relieving gas problems and colic pain in babies. Make your baby lie on his back and then you may bend your baby’s legs towards the knees and then push them towards the tummy. You can repeat this exercise four to five times.
6. Body Massage
Oil massages prove to be very effective in fighting colic pain in babies. Massaging aids digestion and also prevents the formation of gas. You may warm up any good massage oil (olive, almond or any baby massage oil) and massage gently in circular motions.
7. Apply Warm Compressions
Warm compress proves extremely beneficial for providing relief from colic. You may take a soft cloth and dip it in warm water. Get rid of excess water and apply the warm cloth on your baby’s tummy in circular motions. Follow this process twice a day.
8. Warm Bath
Bathing your baby in warm water is an excellent way to get relief from colic. Warm water bath relaxes the body and helps your baby to sleep better. Fill your baby’s tub with warm water and place your baby in the tub. You may gently stroke your baby’s tummy for any trapped gas to expel.
9. Peppermint Oil
Peppermint oil has calming properties. Mix few drops of peppermint oil with your baby’s massage oil and work it up in circular motions on your baby’s tummy area. You may do this two times a day to help relieve your baby of colic.
10. Cumin Seeds
Cumin seeds are a wonderful home remedy for colic. You can soak a teaspoon of cumin seeds in a glass of warm water. You may give a teaspoon of this decoction to your baby three to four times a day.
Though the above-mentioned home remedies are effective for treating colic, it is advised that you seek medical guidance before adopting any such measures for your baby.
How to Soothe a Colicky Baby?
Colic can be an extremely painful condition for a baby and can be physically and mentally exhausting for the parents. Here are some measures that you can use to provide relief to your baby:
1. Sing to Your Baby
Singing can really soothe a baby. Babies find their parent’s voice extremely soothing and it helps them to cope with the pain.
2. Try Rocking in Different Positions
With your baby’s tummy on your legs, gently rock the baby. These movements can be very soothing for the baby. However, every baby is different, therefore try and find out which position gives maximum comfort to your colicky baby.
3. Try to Distract your Baby
Distracting is one of the best ways to make your baby forget the pain. Taking your baby out on a car ride or a stroller will be a good idea.
4. Put on Some Music
Playing some soothing music can be very comforting to your baby. Babies like melodious music and thus can stay distracted.
5. Hold your Baby in an Upright Position
Holding the baby in this position helps the digestion process and thus prevents any kinds of refluxing.
6. Try to Change your Diet and Lifestyle
Changing your diet and lifestyle may help in reducing colic in babies. This may be effective in cases where the feeding mother is smoking or consuming a diet that that may be causing discomfort to the child.
7. Bathing
Warm water baths are effective in providing relief from colic.
8. Offering a Pacifier
Offering a pacifier can be a good idea, as sucking soothes the babies. Sometimes breastfeeds or formulas do not satiate the sucking instincts of a baby and it leads to cranky behaviour. This crankiness can increase when the baby has colic. Therefore, you may offer a pacifier to soothe your baby.
Colic does not pose any threat to your baby’s growth or development, but it can certainly be a difficult phase. You may adopt the above-mentioned measures to soothe your baby as they will help you sail through these difficult times.
When to Seek Doctor's Consultation?
Colic is not a matter of great concern, but when these signs are apparent, you should seek immediate consultation from your doctor:
• If your baby develops diarrhoea or there are traces of blood in your baby’s stools.
• If your baby has a fever, ranging from 100 Fahrenheit or more.
• If your baby is not feeding or gaining weight properly.
• If your baby is vomiting often.
• If you notice that your baby is sleepy or groggy most of the time.
• If you feel that your baby is generally sick or may have incurred any kind of injury.
In any of the above-mentioned situations, it is recommended that you get in touch with your doctor as soon as possible to avoid any further complications.
Handling colicky babies can be difficult. The best thing that you can do as a parent is to stay calm. You may also seek help from a family member or a friend if you feel too tired or exhausted. Never shake, jolt, or hit your baby in frustration. Such actions may lead to fatal injuries and traumas in babies. If you are finding it difficult to manage, talk to your doctor about the same.
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10 Best Baby High Chairs
Little toddlers are often proactive and make feeding a completely arduous task. The most convenient way to feed them would be with the help of a baby high chair. Baby high chairs make it extremely easy for us to make the child sit at one place and feed them. The height of the chairs also makes it convenient to feed so that you do not have to bend down each time to feed your little toddler. However, choosing the perfect and best high chair for your baby is a difficult task. It mainly depends on age, height, weight and other individual requirements for the baby and yourself. So, for your convenience, we have compiled a list of ten best baby high chairs that are best in the market.
List of Top 10 Best Baby High Chairs and Booster Seats in India
Here are the top 10 baby high chairs that you can plan for.
1. Babyhug Fine Dine Highchair
The Babyhug fine dine highchair is a foldable highchair for small spaces. This is one of the best high chairs for toddlers of the age of 6 months and up to 3 years.
Product Description
This highchair contains a five-point safety harness that keeps your toddler safe and secure. The highchair comes with an adjustable height feature for your greater convenience and personal customization. It also contains a removable food tray with a cup holder. The seat consists of multiple reclining positions for the comfort of the child. The caster wheels with locks prevent the chair from moving. The exclusive anti-slip feature provides for the complete safety of your child.
2. Fisher Price Clean N Go Booster
This booster from Fisher-Price is a quick-clean and conveniently portable booster for children between the age of 6 to 24 months. The booster can be securely strapped to any kind of furniture are home and elsewhere.
Product Description
The product contains a built-in fast finder wipes dispenser that makes it an easy to clean chair. The Sure Grip spot on the dishwasher-safe feeding tray prevents plates, bowls and snacks from slipping. It is foldable and contains a shoulder strap that makes it easy to carry.
3. LuvLap 4 in 1 Convertible High Chair Cum Booster Seat
The LuvLap high chair is a 4 in 1 high chair that can be used as a high chair, low chair, booster seat on chair and booster seat on the floor.
Product Description
It consists of a 3 point safety harness that keeps your toddler safe always. It contains a 3 position adjustable food tray that can be customized based on the comfort of the child. The sturdy metal legs are removable and the chair can be converted into a booster seat based on your discretion. The seat is comfortable, easy to maintain and is also removable and washable. Since the backrest is foldable for compact storage, this is the best space saver high chair.
4. Chicco Booster Seat with 3 Height Positions Mode Mars
With a carrying capacity of 15 kg, Chicco booster seat can be altered into 3 different heights based on the requirement.
Product Description
The food tray is adjustable and removable which makes it convenient for toddlers. The seat has padded lining with trendy pattern prints. Chicco booster seat is safety tested and approved by most European laboratories.
5. Mee Mee 2 in 1 Infant and Toddler Booster Seat
Mee Mee booster seat is one of the top-rated baby chairs in the market. This infant baby chair is well suited for toddlers from 6 months to 3 years of age.
Product Description
It comes with 2 in 1 Booster seat with 3 point safety harness. It serves the dual purpose of infant chair and booster seat. It is very light in weight that makes it convenient to carry. It is made of a simple ergonomic design. It has an adjustable seat with 3 levels of height. The anti-skid base prevents the chair from skidding in any circumstance. The adjustable safety belt ensures safe of the kid at all times.
6. 1st Step High Chair
This adjustable highchair from 1st Step is a comfortable high chair with a meal tray and footrest.
Product Description
The lightweight design makes it easily transportable. The seat is highly comfortable with a convenient backrest. The meal tray and footrest are made of durable material for long term usage and protection against wear and tear. The 5 point safety harness features take care of your child's safety. The high chair foldable and can be easily stored.
7. R for Rabbit Marshmallow the Smart High Chair
Although a costlier choice than the other ones, R for Rabbit Marshmallow The Smart highchair is worth the cost.
Product Description
It comes with 3 recline positions, 7 level adjustment heights and a 5 point safety harness. Marshmallow is EN14988 Safety Certified highchair defined by European Standards for baby high chairs. The smart folding functions help fit the chair in most compact spaces. The optimal and ergonomic backrest design makes seating highly comfortable for your little child.
8. Babyhug Foodjoy High Chair
Babyhug Foodjoy highchairs are a premium range of highchairs that come with almost all important features required in a highchair.
Product Description
The smart folding function makes it suitable for storage in a very limited space possible. It can be folded and stored away easily. 5 point safety harness feature helps keep your toddler safely fastened and convenient always. Optimal back-rest design of the high chair provides the most suitable posture angle & adequate padding to make your child sit comfortably without uneasiness. The adjustable and removable meal tray makes it extremely convenient for adjusting the position of the child according to the dining table. This is the best highchair for big babies.
9. Syga Baby High Chair With Padded Seat
The Syga baby highchair is one of the most affordable highchairs of high quality.
Product Description
They come with padded seats, adjustable height tray, a dining tray, 4 height position reclining seat, they are foldable for compact storage and have a highly convenient footrest for the comfort of your toddler. They are also high chairs with certified 3 point safety harness for the safety of your child.
10. Fab N Funky Wooden High Chair With Safety Belt
These highchairs resemble traditional highchairs but are of very high built quality.
Product Description
Their one hand foldability feature makes them convenient to fold and thus store in a compact space. They are sturdy, robust and are also eco-friendly. They come with a removable and adjustable food tray. Their comfortable footrest and 3 point safety harness makes them one of the best choices of highchairs in the market.
FAQs
1. What to Consider when Buying High Chair?
The following are the features to be considered when buying a baby highchair,
A convertible highchair which can be used as a highchair, a low chair or even as a booster seat
Reclining seats for baby's comfort
3 point or 5 point safety harnesses
Adjustable footrest
Removable food tray
Foldable highchair for easy and compact storage
The ease of cleanability
The other factors to consider while buying a highchair are the space you can afford to store your highchair, the age of the toddler, the weight of the toddler and even sometimes the design of the highchair also matters.
2. Do I Need a Highchair for My Newborn?
Newborns are generally very proactive and thus tend to keep moving here and there. In such scenarios feeding them becomes a tedious task. Highchairs help in making the child sit and one place and conveniently feed that both your ease and theirs. Since highchairs help position the child at a certain suitable height, there is no requirement for you to stoop below to feed your little toddler. This way highchair becomes a necessary part of the growth of a child. However, the other factors to be taken into consideration are the affordability. Highchairs sometimes can prove to be costly enough for you to be not able to afford, in which case there are options such as booster seats that are cheaper than highchairs.
3. At What Age Can Baby Sit on a Booster Car Seat?
Baby car seats can be used for children of 6 months to about 3 years of age. As far as the weight is concerned they can be used for children weighing above 22 pounds.
4. How Long Can Babies Stay on Highchairs?
This entirely depends on the toddler. Babies can sit on highchairs as long as they are comfortable doing so.
5. What the Different Types of Highchairs?
Traditional Highchairs, Versatile Multifunctional Highchairs, 3-in-1 Highchairs, and Travel HighChairs. Traditional highchairs are also known as standard highchairs. They are traditional in that they are made of either of wood or steel and come with a non-adjustable single height.
These highchairs come at a higher price than the traditional highchairs. They come with additional features such as foldability and height adjustments.
These highchairs are convertible ones that can be used as for three functions namely the highchair, low chair and as booster seats. They are perfect for growing infants and can be used for a longer period of time.
These highchairs are easily portable and can be transported from one place to another for your convenience. They are used during holidays for better convenience of feeding the child.
6. What Safety Features Should I Look for in a Highchair?
Safety becomes a critical aspect when choosing a highchair. Following are the safety features to be considered when choosing a high chair,
Make sure the high chair legs are sturdy
Make sure the high chair comes with a safety strap
Look for BPA free material
Check if there are anti-skid features
Check if the wheels have locking features in case they are made of caster wheels
Make sure the chairs support the weight of your toddler.
5 point or 3 point harness safety features are an additional plus
7. Can I Use Highchair before the Baby Starts Solids?
No highchairs are not recommended before the baby starts solids.
The list of best high chairs in the market and the relevant FAQs can help you make an informed choice before buying a highchair for your child. Highchairs are vital during the child's growing years and it only makes sense to get one for both your comfort and the comfort of your little toddler. Check if you require a highchair, choose one from the list according to your options and make child-bearing a convenient and easy task.
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Trains have been a popular mode of transportation for people and freight for many centuries now. They are usually the best mass-transit system and also assist in trade. Thus, this series of connected vehicles running along a railway track continues to improve and surprise us with its never-ending capabilities. Irrespective of gender, children often gravitate towards a colorful and clunky train from early childhood. It doesn’t take much time for this favorite toy to become a genuine fixation for your kid too. So, all parents need to enlighten their children about some delightful facts about trains for preschoolers that would direct that interest in trains into a lesson on engineering and a head start in science. The information on the invention of the first train, how a train works, their different varieties, and the usages given below can help children discover more about its revolutionary transportation system.
Different Types of Trains
There are two broad categories of trains that have been invented so far-passenger and freight. Freight trains carry goods while passenger trains carry people.
1. Freight Trains
Freight trains consist of freight carriages that deliver cargo from one place to another. Some are boxcars, while others are special cargoes. Open hopper cars carry coal, covered hopper cars carry grains, tank cars carry liquids, car carriers carry automobiles, and special flatcars carry trailers or freight containers. Facts about freight trains as a more cost-effective and energy-efficient mode of transportation can help kids understand how they carry a lot of weight over long distances faster than any road transportation system.
2. Passenger Trains
Passenger trains have cars with seats to carry people over short, long–distances or within cities. They may have a self-powered unit or a group of locomotives. These trains run at a speed of about 100 miles per hour. Passenger trains have electrical outlets and Wi-Fi hotspots, dining cars, baggage cars, and even sleeping cars with beds. Passengers can board or depart from these trains at several depots or stations. They usually run on a set timetable.
Fascinating History of Trains
The word train originates from the Old French trahiner, derived from the Latin ‘there,’ which means ‘to pull, draw.’ Long before railways, “train” referred to a group of vehicles or pack animals traveling in a line, like a wagon train or camel train. In olden times, trains used horsepower and ran on wooden or iron tracks. With the development of the plateway in the late Middle Ages, a new means was invented to make steam-powered land transport possible. Englishmen Richard Trevithick and Andrew Vivian received a patent for the invention of the world’s first steam locomotive in 1802. In the 1820s British inventor, George Stephenson designed and built the first steam train that carried goods and passengers. Hence, rail lines started being constructed throughout Europe. The first railroads connected cities on the East Coast of the United States. Facts about steam trains that were used to propel boats, wagons, and carriages on tracks built across the United States by 1860 can aid in understanding more about the evolution of trains to more modern Diesel engines as the primary power source of locomotives in the mid-1900s. Facts about Modern Trains have drawn attention to the technological emphasis on faster operations, better amenities, more specialized and larger freight cars, more sophisticated signaling and traffic-control systems for upholding safety, and innovative types of motive power. Undoubtedly, trains today have changed the way people live and operate worldwide.
Other Fun Facts and Information About Trains for Children
Here are some fun facts and information about trains for children to pique their interest and make them more knowledgeable.
Richard Trevithick built the first-ever steam train in 1804.
George Stephenson’s most famous steam engine was called the Rocket, which was both fast and reliable.
Der Adler was the first steam locomotive that ran in Germany.
Freight trains carry cattle, food, coal, lumber, and other goods all across the country.
The Fairy Queen is India’s oldest working steam locomotive built in Britain in 1855.
Steam locomotives have three types of wheel. The largest wheels, or ‘driving wheels,’ are turned by pistons and move the locomotive. The small wheels or ‘leading wheels’ help guide the engine forward. Small wheels at the back are called trailing wheels that support the weight of the firebox and driver’s cab.
A freight train is used to transport cargo to and from different locations.
A freight train has one or more locomotives and many freight cars.
Diesel-powered engines were introduced in Britain in the 1960s. The early designs of British diesel were called Deltics.
Modern TGV trains started in France linked Paris and Lyon by a line. The average speed of electric trains has reached 186 mph from 168 mph.
High-speed electric trains began to be used in the 1950s for long-distance passenger voyages.
The earliest high-speed electric trains were designed in Europe that could reach speeds of 80 mph.
In 1964, a purpose-built high-speed electric train line opened in Japan between Osaka and Tokyo.
A locomotive engine can be powered by steam, diesel, or electricity.
Before the locomotive engines, trains were powered by humans, horses, or gravity.
The first commercially successful steam-powered locomotive was the Salamanca, built by Matthew Murray in 1812.
The first electric locomotive was invented and built by Scottish inventor Robert Davidson in 1837.
The first diesel-powered locomotive operated on the Winterthur-Romanshorn railway in 1912.
First came the steam-powered trains, followed by the diesel and electric trains.
Modern trains use diesel or electricity, but steam engine trains are only used for recreational purposes.
Trains are one of the most eco-friendly ways to travel.
The heaviest train was a freight train from Australia that weighed 95,000 tonnes and ran 7.3 kilometers long.
The four-time zones were used in the US only after trains made fast travel possible across the continent.
From over 254 thousand in 1916, the US currently has less than 170,000 miles of railways.
Maglev trains can run at a speed of over 550 km/h but are expected to come close to 800 km/h by 2020.
The longest route for one train runs between Moscow and Vladivostok on the Trans-Siberian Express railway line.
Grand Central Station in New York has 44 passenger platforms and 67 tracks.
The first-ever underground railway was made in London.
By 1900, underground railways were built in Boston, Paris, and Budapest. The Moscow Metro was built in 1930.
Some of the highest railways in the world are in the Andes mountain range in South America.
There can be more than one reason for parents to invest in a train set for their child. Playing with this toy is hugely beneficial for developing fine motor skills at a young age that helps in writing, drawing, or any other daily activity. Putting the track together, pulling the trains around, operating bridges, turntables and adding extra elements such as people, buildings and animals can increase their imaginative power. Above all, your child not just learns about the evolution and notable bullet train facts but may share a good amount of quality time with parents and friends during pretend play that would improve their social and communication skills and makes happy memories together.
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Retirement is a part of life, not the end of life. Retirement is a phase for which everyone has to go through. It sounds relaxing, with freedom from worries and responsibilities. The first few days are beautiful after retirement, but as time goes by, a feeling of loneliness is filled in life. People feel bored and sad. It affects the person, both physically and mentally. Life comes to standstill with the same old routine. Should the person spend his/her entire life like this,Yes, the solution is there. A person has to redefine their life and start enjoying every minute of it.
The Different Ways to Enjoy Life Post Retirement Are:
1. Plan Your Day: Plan your routine and add on different activities for each day. It will bring a spark in your life.
2. Spend Time with Spouse: Spend some quality time with your spouse. Remember age is only a number when the heart is young.
3. Fulfil the Unfulfilled Dreams/Passion: We miss to fulfil our dreams while completing our duties. So if you have any unaccomplished dream, Go for it. You will feel enthusiastic.
4. Connect with Children: Talk to your children once in a day. It will keep you happy.
5. Make Friends and Celebrate: Make friends and keep having frequent get-togethers at each other's place. Friends are the best stress busters.
6. Rejoin Work: If work is your passion, then apply for post-retirement jobs. It will give you satisfaction and contentment.
7. Go for Vacations: Plan for a vacation with your spouse to your favourite place. It will refresh your mood.
8. Hobbies and Interests: If you have any hobby which you haven't done since years, start doing it. You will feel energetic.
9. Eat Healthily and be Happy: Don't retire from eating delicious food. Eat all that you feel like, keeping in mind your health conditions, of course. Consult a dietitian/nutritionist.
10. Medicine to be Taken Daily: Laughter is the best medicine, so take it daily. You will never get wrinkles.
Happy Retirement
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