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Leaking Breasts During Pregnancy - Is It Normal?
Pregnancy is all about changes; not just in the little ‘being’ growing in your belly, but also in you. Your body undergoes so many changes as it prepares for the birth of your baby. Leaking breasts can be one of them, and you need not be scared. Breasts usually leak when they are full of milk and they tend to overflow.
In the beginning, a woman does not start producing milk until one or two days after the baby is born. You may notice a yellowish liquid oozing from your breasts. This is colostrum, your baby’s first nourishment even before milk. It may be equally surprising to know that your breasts have been producing this ‘baby-food’ right from the 14th week of pregnancy.
Is Breast Leakage Common During Pregnancy?
Leaking breasts can be quite an embarrassment but it is perfectly normal. In case of breast leaking during pregnancy, a clear fluid called colostrum may ooze out and it is a healthy sign that your body is preparing your baby’s food. Colostrum is particularly nutritious for your baby and helps in early digestion. It contains high amounts of protein and is low on fats and sugar. It is also loaded with antibodies that protect your baby from falling sick.
When Do Your Breasts Usually Start Leaking in Pregnancy?
Because there is no thumb rule in pregnancy, every expecting mother will have a different experience. Some women may notice breast leaking during 2nd trimester, around 26 -30 weeks of pregnancy. This is quite common among pregnant women. However, there are also instances when women have leaking breasts as early as 12-14 weeks of pregnancy or it may not begin until the last trimester.
As the due date approaches, this leaking may also increase in some women. There may also be cases where there is no leaking until after delivery. Whatever the case may be, you needn’t fret over it. This is no indication of whether or not you can breastfeed your little one. Some women may not experience leaking even right after delivery. If it still worries you, feel free to discuss this with your doctor.
Are Leaky Breasts During Third Trimester of Pregnancy Normal?
Yes, breast leaking during the 8th month of pregnancy or during the final weeks is normal. It may differ from woman to woman. Do not panic if you spray some milk while showering or when you are changing your clothes. During the third trimester, your body has high levels of the hormone called prolactin. This hormone helps in producing milk in the breasts and is responsible for prepping the food for your baby. The breasts generally spurt some milk when they are stimulated. So you may end up oozing even when having sex during the third trimester.
Is It a Sign of Labour?
Leaking breasts are commonly mistaken for signs of oncoming labour as they usually occur during the last trimester of pregnancy. Sometimes, breast leakage is also accompanied by uterine contractions when having sex. This definitely does not mean preterm labour as breasts play no part in indicating symptoms of preterm labour.
How to Deal With Breast Leaking While Pregnant?
Stop worrying. Leaking breasts can be a pain, but don’t let them be one. Brush it off with some good-natured humour and add it to your kitty of funny pregnancy anecdotes.
Feed your baby regularly. Breast leaking generally comes down if you frequently breastfeed your baby. But if you are still producing a lot of milk, then the best thing would be to express it out. Otherwise, it may lead to clogging.
Use breasts pads. Breast leaking becomes a nuisance especially when you have to step out of the house. The market is flooded with a range of reusable or disposable breast pads. Take your pick. Also, change them frequently during the course of the day to maintain hygiene.
Maternity bras to the rescue. Cotton maternity bras are more comfortable than regular ones and may be just the thing for you. They are particularly helpful during the nights.
Keep spares handy. Always carry an extra bra and t-shirt or dress in your bag and ‘spare’ yourself the embarrassment.
Patterns trending. Camouflage those leakage stains with patterned tees. Make a style statement while you are at it.
When to Worry?
As you can see, breast milk leaking during pregnancy is a normal phenomenon. However, if the oozing milk is not the thick, creamy liquid, then there is cause for worry. You must rush to your doctor if the milk is either bloody or may be foul-smelling. You might want to rule out the chances of intraductal papilloma or bacterial infection. In very rare cases, this may also be the first signs of breast cancer. Therefore, it becomes imperative to consult your doctor.
Sometimes, in the last trimester, it may be detected that the baby’s growth may not be adequate or may be born with Down’s syndrome or with a cleft palate, etc. In such cases, your doctor may advise you to express the early colostrums during pregnancy. Follow your doctor’s directions for expressing and storing of the colostrums.
As irritating as it can be, don’t let breast leaking ruin your pregnancy experience. And do not compare with others. Some women may leak a lot while others may not. Women who have been pregnant before may begin leaking earlier and in much more quantities. It may be quite different for you if you are a first-time mother. What you must remember is that leaking does not affect your health or that of your baby. Trust nature to take care of you and your baby.
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Diaper Rashes in Babies - Prevention and Cure
Diaper rashes are one of the most common concerns for every mother. There can be many reasons why diaper rashes develop in babies. No parent wants to see their baby crying due to pain. In this article, I will be discussing the major causes of diaper rashes and the precautions to be taken.
Reasons for Diaper Rashes
Following are the few reasons due to which diaper rashes occur.
1. Not Changing Diapers
The diapers need to be changed after every few hours or when you feel it is soiled. Negligence with changing the diaper is the major cause of rashes.
2. Sweat
In summers, sweat can also be a cause of diaper rashes. It is advisable to not use diapers in summers or only during emergencies.
3. Frequent Passing of Stools
In some babies, this is also the reason they pass stools very frequently and it leads to more contact of water with the skin. If the skin is not properly wiped after cleaning, it may lead to rashes.
4. Using Poor Quality Diapers
Using poor quality diapers will also lead to rashes. You should always use good quality diapers for your baby like Pampers and Huggies and only when required.
Precautions To Be Taken
Here are a few precautions that need to be taken to avoid rashes and treat them:
1. Change Diapers
You should change the diaper of your baby after every 4 hours or as soon as it becomes heavy or soiled.
2. Keep the Area Clean, Dry and Moisturised
After every urine or stool, clean your baby properly and then dry his bottoms with a cotton towel as wet skin is ground for rash formation. Then apply oil to the area. Coconut oil or olive oil should be
applied as oil becomes a barrier between the skin and urine.
3. Avoid Using Wet Wipes
You should avoid using wet wipes because they have chemicals and do not clean as well as compared to water. You should use wet cotton to clean the baby and then wipe it with cotton/ towel/ cotton hanky. Wet wipes should only be used if you are going out.
4. Avoid Diapers
You should avoid using diapers at home since it is summer time and you can easily change and wash the nappies. The nappies don’t take much time to dry and can be easily changed and are cost effective too. Diapers should only be used when you are going out, otherwise no need to use diapers.
5. Wash Your Hands
You should wash your hands before touching your baby and after changing the nappy as unwashed hands can cause allergies.These are a few causes and precautions to be used. I hope this is helpful for your baby.
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8 Delicious (and Healthy!) Recipes for a Guilt-Free Diwali
Diwali is that time of the year when your diet plan and exercise schedule go for a toss. Being the most-awaited festival of the year, you cut yourself some slack and indulge in your favourite Diwali sweets while enjoying with your family, friends, and relatives. And we don’t blame you, the desserts made during Diwali are so rich and tasty that it is just impossible to let them go while everyone in your family eats mouthfuls.
In India, Diwali or any other festival is incomplete without family, fun, and lots of delicious snacks and sweets. But however delicious these snacks and sweets might be, once the bright rangoli fades away and the Diwali lights are taken off, you know you will regret the amount of weight you gained in mere five days, won’t you? Diwali comes once a year, and there is no wrong in enjoying Diwali sweets, but if you don’t want to mourn over your failed diet plan, make and eat healthier snacks and sweets. You can still enjoy your favourite Diwali sweets and savoury items and have a healthy Diwali. Here are a few healthy Diwali recipes that you should surely try this Diwali.
8 Diwali Sweets and Snacks
Try these healthy versions of the famous Diwali sweets and snacks and have a healthy and guilt-free Diwali. We know it is hard to digest when you hear healthy sweets and snacks, but these healthy Diwali recipes mentioned below are worth a shot if you don’t want to compromise on your diet.
1. Kaju Katli
Kaju katli is a favourite sweet relished by Indians, and it remains a safe ‘gift option’ for many. But instead of gifting store-bought Kaju katli, gift homemade and healthy kaju katlis to your relatives. The secret ingredient that you need to use to make a healthier version of this sweet is honey. Replace sugar with honey in this recipe.
Ingredients
Cashew nuts – 2 cups
Honey – 1 cup
Water
How to Make
Dry roast the cashew nuts in a skillet or a frying pan for about 5 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent them from burning.
Once you see a slight change in the colour of cashew nuts, turn off the heat and transfer them to a plate, and allow them to cool at room temperature.
Now, transfer the roasted cashew nuts to a food processor and grind them to get a coarse powder.
Heat a non-stick pan and add some water and honey to it. Heat it till you see the bubbles.
Add the roasted cashew powder to it and stir continuously using a spatula. Once, you get a thick mixture, turn off the flame.
Place parchment paper in a large tray or on the kitchen counter, then dump the entire cashew mixture on it and flatten it with a rolling pin.
Place the tray in the refrigerator for an hour. Once the flattened mixture turns firm, place silver foil on it.
Cut it in diamond shapes and your healthy kaju katlis will be ready to serve.
2. Baked Chaklis
Chakli is one of the snacks that is associated with Diwali, so it is a must-include in our delicious Diwali recipe list. If you are watching your weight, deep fried chaklis are best avoided, but you don’t have to give up on chaklis entirely. You can always make a healthier version of chaklis. Here is the recipe of baked chaklis, try it and enjoy!
Ingredients
Rice flour – 1 cup
Low-fat curd – 1/2 cup
Sesame seeds – 2 tsp
Chilli powder – 1 tsp
Oil – 1 tsp
A pinch of asafoetida
Salt to taste
How to Make
In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients to make semi-soft dough.
Line a baking tray with baking paper and grease it slightly with a tsp of oil.
Add the kneaded dough to a chakli press and press out round swirls or spiral shapes on the greased baking paper.
Then bake these chaklis in a pre-heated oven at 180°c for about 20-25 minutes or till golden brown.
Let the chaklis cool and munch on with a cup of tea.
3. Dry Fruit Ladoos
If you like munching dry fruits, then you will also love devouring dry fruit ladoos. These ladoos are healthier than other ladoos that are soaked in ghee and sugar. If you have been looking for a sugar-free sweet recipe for Diwali, then make these dry fruit ladoos.
Ingredients
Chopped dates – 1 cup
Almonds – 1/4th cup
Cashew nuts – 1/4th cup
Figs – 1/4th cup
Pistachios – 1/4th cup
Raisins – 1/4th cup
Desiccated coconut
Cardamom powder – 1/2 tsp
Ghee – 1 tbsp
How to Make
Grind the dates in a blender for 4-5 pulses and keep aside.
Now, finely chop the cashew nuts, almonds, figs, pistachios, and raisins.
Heat the ghee in a wok on low flame, then add in the chopped dry fruits and sauté for 4-5 minutes.
Add the coarsely blended dates to the above mix and give it a nice stir, mashing the dates well.
Add in the cardamom powder and mix it well.
Turn off the flame and let the mixture cool for 2 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a large dish and make the ladoos.
Store them in an airtight container.
4. Roasted Poha Chivda
Poha chivda is another namkeen which is made in almost every Indian household during Diwali. The amount of oil used in making this appetizing snack is very less, so don’t worry because your diet plan will not be ruined. It is a healthy snack, so don’t wait, try this healthy Diwali snacks recipe now!
Ingredients
Thin poha – 3 cups
Oil – 1 tbsp
Mustard seeds – 1/2 tsp
Finely chopped green chilli – 1
Curry leaves – 1
Roasted split Bengal gram (chana dal) – 2 tbsp
Peanuts – 2 tbsp
Dried coconut slices – 1 tsp
Turmeric powder – 1/2 tsp
Sugar – 1 tsp
Salt to taste
A pinch of citric acid or lemon juice
How to Make
Heat a pan on medium flame and roast the poha for 5 minutes stirring continuously.
Once the poha turns crispy (not too much, though!), turn off the flame and transfer it on to a large platter.
Heat some oil in the pan on medium flame; once hot, add the mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
Next, add in the green chillies and curry leaves, and sauté.
Once the green chillies and curry leaves turn crispy, add the dried coconut slices, chana dal, and peanuts, and mix them well.
Once these ingredients turn crispy and light brown, add in the turmeric powder, sugar, salt, and citric acid.
Lastly, add the roasted poha and mix all the ingredients.
Turn off the flame and allow the chivda to cool.
Transfer it to an airtight container and enjoy this healthy snack with tea.
5. Baked Shakkarpare
Shakkarpare is a favourite jar snack which is consumed widely in North India. It is usually made during Diwali and Holi. While the traditional recipe makes use of refined flour and ghee to fry, we suggest you a healthier alternative to your favourite ‘sweet and crispy’ snack. Try this baked version of shakkarpare that are made with whole wheat flour. If you are not much of a sweet tooth, you can also make savoury, crunchy, and healthy namak pare using whole wheat flour.
Ingredients
Wheat flour – 3/4th cup
Ghee – 1 tbsp
Milk – 5 tbsp
Sugar – 2 tbsp
A pinch of salt
How to Make
In a deep pan, take the milk, ghee, and sugar and cook on a low flame for 2-3 minutes or till the sugar dissolve.
Sieve the whole wheat flour and salt through a sieve in a bowl.
Add the milk-sugar-and-ghee mixture to the wheat flour and knead a soft dough.
Roll out a portion of the dough with a rolling pin and cut diamond shapes out of it.
Place them on a greased baking tray.
Bake them in a pre-heated oven at 180°c for 8-10 minutes.
Allow the shakkarpare to cool and enjoy while watching your favourite TV show.
6. Coconut Ladoos
Coconut ladoos are extremely popular in South India. Although these ladoos are not a Diwali sweet, you can still make it if you want to try something different. It is suggested that you use freshly grated coconut to enjoy the most of it and to make a healthier version of these, use jaggery instead of sugar. Here goes the recipe.
Ingredients
Grated coconut -1 and a half cups
Jaggery – 3/4th cup
Cardamom powder – 1/4th tsp
Ghee – 1 tsp
Water
How to Make
Take some water in a pan, add the jaggery to it and melt on a low flame. Once it melts completely, turn off the flame and let it cool.
Filter it through a sieve in a bowl.
Heat the ghee in another heavy-bottomed, non-stick pan on a low flame, then add in the grated coconut, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes.
Add the jaggery syrup to the coconut and mix well, then add the cardamom powder and give it a stir.
Let it cook till the moisture evaporates and you see the jaggery-coconut mixture drying up.
Turn off the flame and allow the mixture to cool.
Grease your palms with half a tsp. of oil and roll the ladoos.
7. Whole Wheat Papdi
Whole wheat papdi is one healthy Diwali snack which you’d like to make and eat if you are not much of a sweet tooth. For a healthier version, bake the papdis!
Ingredients
Whole wheat flour – 1 cup
All-purpose flour – 1 cup
Carom seeds - 1 tsp
Cumin seeds – 1 tsp
Ghee – 2 tbsp
Water as required
Salt to taste
How to Make
Mix the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, carom seeds, cumin seeds, and salt in a bowl.
Add half a tsp. of ghee to the above mixture and mix well.
Slowly add some water to the mixture and knead firm dough. Keep the dough aside for about 30 minutes.
Then knead the dough again and make 4-5 equal balls of the dough.
Take 1 ball and roll it using a rolling pin. The rolled ball should be the size of a chapati now.
Using a cookie cutter cut round shapes from the rolled dough.
Roll other balls too and cut the rolled dough into round shapes.
Prick the cut out papdis with fork.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper. If you don’t have parchment paper, grease the tray with some ghee.
Preheat an oven at 180° C for about 15 minutes. And place the papdis in the baking tray.
Bake the papdis in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes or till they turn golden.
8. Whole Wheat Nankhatai
Nankhatai is usually made with all-purpose flour but to make a healthier version of it, use whole wheat flour. Yes, you will have to add in some sugar for sweetness, but that’s okay! You can always walk that extra mile or run for 10 more minutes on the treadmill to burn those extra calories. Check the recipe below and make crunchy and delicious nankhatai.
Ingredients
Whole wheat flour - 1 cup
Gram flour - 1/4th cup
Powdered sugar - 1/2 cup
Cardamom powder - 1/2 tsp
Ghee - 1/3 cup
Milk - 1 - 2 tsp
How to Make
Preheat an oven at 180° C for about 15 minutes.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper. If you don’t have parchment paper, grease the tray with some ghee. Keep aside.
Sieve the flours, powdered sugar, and cardamom powder together in a deep bowl. Mix them well.
Slowly add some ghee to the bowl containing the flour mixture and mix it well to make stiff dough. Use little amount of ghee to bring the flour together. Do not knead the dough. You can also add a tablespoon of milk if required.
Now make small balls out of the dough.
Gently press them to flatten them. Make a design on them using a fork or toothpick.
Place them on the baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.
Serve warm. You can also store the nankhatai in an airtight container for 2-3 weeks.
These are some of the most enjoyed Diwali sweets and snacks, which you can now make and enjoy! Don’t give up on your favourite sweets, prepare them in the healthiest way possible and soothe your aching sweet tooth. And to save yourself from last minute rush, we suggest that you make these dishes in advance and have a wonderful time with your family and friends. Have a healthy, safe, and guilt-free Diwali!
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एक रिश्ते में बहुत सी बातें ऐसी होती हैं, जिन्हें दूसरों की नजरों से बचाकर रखना ही बेहतर होता है। कुछ लोग ऐसे भी होते हैं, जिन्हें अपने रिश्ते की बड़ाई करने में मजा आता है, जबकि वह दिखावा मात्र ही होता है, वास्तविक स्थिति कुछ और होती है । कई बार उनका ऐसा करना गलत भी हो सकता है, तो मैं यहाँ पर ऐसी बातें आप सभी से साझा कर रहीं हूँ जिन्हें जानने के पश्चात आप अपनी व्यक्तिगत बातें खास दोस्तों से भी साझा नहीं करेंगे तो आप अपने रिश्ते को मजबूत बना पायेंगे।
यह विषय मैंने आजकल के युवाओं के लिए चुना है। वर्तमान में अधिकतर यह देखा गया है कि नवयुवाओं मेंं वैवाहिक जीवन के प्रारंभ में ही कुछ कठिनाईयों का सामना करना पड़ता है और जिसके परिणामस्वरूप या तो प्रतिदिन मतभेद होते हैं या कभी तो नौबत तलाक तक भी पहुंच जाती है, इसलिए जहां तक संभव हो अपने बेस्ट फ्रेंड को रिश्ते से जुड़ी ये निम्नलिखित बातें कभी भी ना बताएं ।
१. लड़ाई-झगड़े - जब हम उदास और दुखी होते हैं तो किसी से अपने दिल की बात साझा करना चाहते हैं, लेकिन अपनी इस नोंक-झोंक के बारे में अपने दोस्तों को बताना अच्छी बात नहीं है। आप दोनों तो कुछ समय के बाद सामान्य हो जाएंगे, लेकिन दोस्त आपकी इस बात को लंबे समय तक याद रखेंगे और वे आपके पीठ-पीछे मजाक भी उड़ा सकते हैं और बुराई भी कर सकते हैं। इस मामले में दोस्तों पर विश्वास रखना बिल्कुल भी सही नहीं है। जो भी नोंक-झोंक दोनों में हुई है, "उसे आपसी बातचीत से सुलझाने का ही प्रयास किया जाना, एक बेहतरीन उपाय है"।
२. पैसों की समस्या- आप अपने पार्टनर की पीठ-पीछे जितनी भी बुराईयां करेंगे, भविष्य में आपको उतनी ही कठिनाइयों का सामना करना पड़ सकता है । यदि आपका पार्टनर आर्थिक समस्या झेल रहा है, तो इस संबंध में कोई भी बात अपने दोस्तों को बताने की कोई आवश्यकता नहीं है। ये आदतें आपकी पर्सनैलिटी तो खराब करेेंगी, और तो और आपकी इमेज भी मतलबी इंसान की बना देंगी ।
३. व्यक्तिगत समस्याएं- अपने दोस्तों के साथ सकारात्मक रवैए की उम्मीद में अपने पार्टनर की कभी भी व्यक्तिगत समस्याओं की भूलकर भी चर्चा नहीं करें। यदि आपके पार्टनर के परिवार में कुछ बुरा हुआ है, तो उस बात को अपने तक ही रखें, क्योंकि उन्होंने आप पर भरोसा करके वह जानकारी आपसे साझा की है।
४. पूर्व रिलेशनशिप- अपने पार्टनर के पुराने रिलेशनशिप के बारे में कोई भी बातें ना करें, ऐसा करना सिर्फ नकारात्मकता को बढ़ावा देगा। उन्हें केवल आप पर भरोसा है, इसलिए तो यह सारी बातें आपको पता चल सकीं । अपने दोस्तों के साथ इसकी गपशप करके उनका भरोसा हरगिज नहीं तोड़े। अपने पार्टनर के भरोसे को कायम रखना सिर्फ आपके ही हाथ में है, इसलिए उनका भरोसा बनाए रखें ।
५. शिकायतें- यदि आपकी रिलेशनशिप आपकी उम्मीदों के मुताबिक नहीं चल रहा है, तो उसकी शिकायत लेकर अपने दोस्तों के पास नहीं जाएं । अगर आप हर छोटी-बड़ी बात के लिए परेशान होकर ऐसा करेंगे, तो अापके दोस्त आपको परेशानी में देखकर आपको पार्टनर को छोड़ने की सलाह देेंंगेे, और वह आपके लिए अच्छा परिणाम नहीं होगा। आप जो भी परेशानी झेल रहे हैं, उसके बारे में अपने पार्टनर से ही बात करें और परेशानी का हल निकाल कर सुलह करना चाहिए।
६. पार्टनर की तुलना- अगर आप यह नहीं चाहते हैं कि आपके करीबी दोस्त आपके पार्टनर के बारे में गलत और बुरा सोचें, तो उनके सामने अपने पार्टनर की तुलना ना करें। जिंदगी में उतार-चढाव आते रहते हैं, लेकिन इसका यह मतलब नहीं है कि आप एक्स की तारीफ और मौजूदा पार्टनर की बुराई करें ।
मैं इसी क्रम में आपके समक्ष एक सकारात्मक बात साझा करना चाहूंगी कि संगीत सुनना या उससे किसी भी तरह से नाता रखना आपके संबंधों के लिए फायदेमंद है। यह बात एक शोध में सामने आई है और इसमें यह भी पता चला है कि तेज आवाज में गाने सुनने से आपका वैवाहिक जीवन और अधिक बेहतरीन हो जाता है। इसलिए म्यूजिक आपके दांपत्य जीवन को मजबूत बनाने में सहायक है।
इसलिए समस्त पाठकों से मैं यही निवेदन करती हूं कि संबंधों को बनाए रखने के लिए मस्त मनपसंद संगीत सुनिए, इससे बेहतर और कोई दोस्त हो ही नहीं सकता है। अपने रोजाना के कार्य को मस्त संगीत सुनते हुए पूर्ण करने की कोशिश करें।
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