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10 Tips on How to Become a Good Mother
You must have performed many challenging tasks in life, but if you have recently become a mother, you know that those tasks were nothing in compared to being a mother. Being a mother is a daunting task for the first time moms. Running after your children for every little task will tire you out. Your child depends on you right from the time she was conceived. You are her nurse, best friend, comforter, caregiver and the most important person in the whole world. That little person is so important to you, so it’s hard to not feel the pressure. Obviously, you will do everything possible to be a good mother, won't you? So, here are some essential tips that will help you to be a good mom to your child.
Qualities of a Good Mother
It is not just your child’s health, but also her emotional and mental development, which becomes your responsibility. Your child is going to look up to you to help her learn how to navigate this world on her own. Don’t worry; just do what works best for you and your child and know that everyone has their own style of parenting. Here are some general qualities of a good mother that you can use as a guideline in your journey to becoming a good mother:
1. Patience
Patience is the definition of a good mother. As children grow, they try to explore and learn about the world. Sometimes, while exploring or trying out new things, they can be pretty careless as well. So if they go about decorating the walls with their art or spill milk all over your favourite rug, please be patient; don’t scream at them. Take a few deep breaths and do your best to relax. Patience is good for both you and your children as they will pick up the qualities they see in you and your partner.
2. Encouraging
There will fail a lot many times before they achieve success in their task, be it walking, crawling, eating on their own, or anything else they may be trying. It is your job to keep encouraging them even if they fail infinitely. Children with supportive and encouraging mothers are able to take their failures lightly and try again without remorse. This is a trait they will take with them as they grow. They will also be more encouraging and supportive towards others in general.
3. Understanding
It is one of the most important characteristics of a good mother. You need to take the time to listen to your children and try to understand a situation from their perspective. Your kids need to know that they can reach out to you for anything and at any time, no matter how old they turn.
4. Respectful
Respect needs to be earned, and your children will need to learn this. What you do to earn your child’s respect will, in turn, teach them to respect themselves. Children who have been taught self-respect and how to respect others are happier, more generous, and more able to cultivate good relationships later in life.
5. Firm
While disciplining your child, do not think that you need to be mean to them. Discipline them gently and with love. What makes a mother a great mother, is her ability to understand the behaviour of her children and let them know that they are not bad children, but that their behaviour was bad. For example, say something like “Pushing is not nice behaviour. You will not be able to take a turn now.” Instead of “You can’t take a turn now because you are a naughty boy.” Be consistent in following through with your word when it comes to disciplining your children, or they will not take you seriously.
6. Always there for her children
Whether you are a working mother or a stay at home mother, you must find time for your children. You need to take an interest in what they like and make an effort to bond with them. Be there for them when they need you. This will make your children feel important and will in turn breed trust, self-worth, and love.
7. Humble
This is something that may be hard, but it is important to examine a situation and apologize to your child if you were wrong. Not only does this prevent a situation from getting worse, but it also teaches your child the valuable lesson that everyone makes mistakes and that it is okay as long as you are humble enough to admit your mistakes. This will earn you a lot of respect from them.
8. Mentor
Help your child become self-reliable by helping her to hone her skills. As your child grows and shows interest in things, take the time to really teach her. Some kids show their talent from an early age. Pay attention, if your child has any specific talent help her to cultivate the skills and talents so they can be independent and productive in her life.
9. Approachable
Good communication in a family is important to understand one another and to build a trusting and loving relationship. Children of any age need to feel like they can approach their mom for any kind of problem, even for the problems that are sensitive. So, cultivate open and honest communication from an early age.
10. Strong
Being a mother can be a stressful job, and it often comes at the cost of your own self. A woman needs to be willing to give up everything she wants in order to give her everything to raise healthy and happy children. Make sure to be strong for your children because watching you handle life on an everyday basis is what will inspire them and teach them valuable lessons about strength and how to persevere and apply them in daily life.
Caring for your children will take a lot out of you, and it is important that you show yourself a little tender love and care. Make sure to keep yourself healthy physically and to also take some time away from the kids every once in a while to recharge your mind and emotions. If you burn out, you will not be able to help your children in any way. A mother is the heart of the family, and a child’s guiding hand. So, be a good role model for your child.
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Wait Until It's Your Turn - Patience is Bitter But Its Fruit Is Sweet
My name is Nisha Pathania. I have been waiting to conceive for 7 years. I tried every possibility to become a mom. I've visited every religious temples, performed pujas and pathh, gone mad with medical treatments, and have tried everything to achieve that one target which all women dream of achieving in their lives. Despite condemnation from others, my hubby was my support system. I left my job to avoid any stress while conceiving. I was only focused on getting pregnant, in any way possible. I was stressed out and even thought that it would be better to divorce my husband, so that he could get married and have kids with someone else. But he always motivated me, saying that we will have our own kids one day, and will stay together whatever the condition is. After being in this relationship for 7 years, I thought of giving it one last try, failing which I would adopt a child. Well, after completion of years, I finally conceived. The bundle of joy knocked on our door. I cried a lot for my baby, but the day I saw the two red lines, tears rolled out with happiness. Years of patience, hope, and love had finally paid off! God blessed me with a normal delivery and we had a healthy and cute baby boy. My husband was my strength throughout the process; at every level of happiness, stress, joy, and depression, he was by my side always. Now, our baby has become the love of our life. His smile makes us forget our mountains of sorrow and stress. Thank You God!
Well, believe in God, for He has special plans for people who want to be parents. We are enjoying parenthood. Never lose hope. Wait until your turn comes; I can bet you that patience is bitter but its fruit is sweet. You will forget all your sorrows once your little one plays in your arms. Although it's not easy to always listen to advice, later, you will be advising the same thing to others who are waiting for a child.
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5 Types of Belly Fat and 15+ Ways to Get Rid of It!
Whether you have just had a baby and look like you are still preggers or whether you've binge-eaten all week, we can help you figure out why your tummy looks like what it looks like and help you get rid of excess fat,
While we think tummies are awesome, because they house all the yummy food we eat and are perfect cushions for loved ones, they can be quite troublesome to some women. Maybe it is the shape we want to change or get rid of them for health reasons, or maybe they obstruct your view of your toes! Whatever your reason is, you need to first recognise your type of belly before you take measures to get rid of it.
Types of Belly Fat and How to Get Rid of It
1. Stress Tummy
It’s bad enough that stress brings you down and causes a ton of health problems. Now us stress-mongers have a round belly to sport as well. Your fat will be situated around the navel, where cortisol (the hormone that controls blood sugar and gets released during stressful times) causes fat storage in this area. The tummy will be saggy, not firm and may protrude from your pants loosely.
How to fix it: If your belly is a stress belly here are some easy ways to get started on fixing it:
Go to bed earlier than you do and fit in more relaxing activities before you turn in.
2. Relaxing hobbies like practising a sport you like, pursuing a hobby or just unwinding will cause you to breathe deeper. Deep breathing has a calming effect and can help combat stress. If you need help – use an app like Head space which can guide you through deep breathing exercises to help you relax.
3. Drink up to calm down – get yourself a soothing cup of herbal tea – there’s a host available. Choose a blend that can help combat stress – chamomile tea is a good bet, as is tulsi.
4. Caffeine raises cortisol levels so cut down on caffeine, and restrict your intake to not more than 3 cups a day. Also, try to get your caffeine fix towards the first half of your day, and keep away from anything containing caffeine (yes that includes tea and colas) post 4 in the evening.
5. Ensure that breakfast is healthy and wholesome to avoid cravings through the day. Here are some great breakfast ideas to kick-start your day.
2. Liquor Tummy
Do you feel back pain now and then? Crave sugary foods? It could be a case of a liquor belly. This does not imply in any way that you might be an alcoholic. The term liquor tummy, does, however, come from the fact that the belly resembles that of a person who enjoys a daily drink or two. Alcohol interferes with your body’s ability to break down sugars effectively, causing fat storage. This kind of tummy can also manifest in people with sedentary jobs with a weakness for sugary or carb-laden foods which could cause a spare “tyre” or a pot-belly. This tummy typically looks like a large round one, that starts below the ribs and extends to the pelvic area.
How to Fix it:
If you do enjoy alcohol often, you might need to restrict the intake.
2. Try and make healthier food choices and use the stairs wherever you can to target lower belly fat.
3.Correct your posture. Incorrect posture can also cause your tummy bulge to grow. You’d be surprised at how your belly instantly appears slimmer if you adopt the correct posture.
3. Hormonal Tummy
When the hormones are produced in excess or not produced at all, there is an imbalance in the body. This could cause weight gain, specifically in the belly area. Hormones that affect sugar levels are usually the ones at play here. High levels of estrogen is linked to thyroid conditions that can cause weight gain in the tummy, neck, shoulders or legs. During menopause, low estrogen can cause fat on the sides, a.k.a muffin tops. If you are suffering from Poly-cystic ovary syndrome, your body produces more testosterone, which will make your tummy hang out from your waistband.
How to Fix it:
Do a checkup to identify the problem. A doctor may then prescribe medication to regularise your hormones.
2. A low Glycemic Index diet is best to maintain a healthy weight and keep hormone levels in check.
3. Sweets, fried foods and high carbs need to be reserved for occasions only.
4. Exercise or brisk walk for at least 30 minutes every day.
4. Post-Partum Mummy Tummy
During pregnancy, the body’s insulin levels rise, causing the abdomen to store fat. Post delivery, a mums tummy tends to store fat and it is very difficult to lose, especially after a c-section delivery as it takes a while for the scar to heal, before which exercise is not recommended. Your belly might still look like you are pregnant. Mums may also face diastasis recti in which the ab muscles get separated and give the appearance of a wider tummy area.
How to fix it:
Eat a wholesome diet and also include nuts, oils, flax seeds and olives to it.
2. Begin with light exercise daily but take care not to exert too much as your system could still be recuperating from labour and delivery. Specifically, avoid doing crunches and sit-ups ad they worsen diastasis recti.
3. Above all, do not limit the nutrients you intake, especially if you are breastfeeding your baby as your baby’s immunity could get affected.
5. Bloated Tummy
If your tummy feels puffy and large suddenly, it could be a case of bloating. Bloating occurs when there is excess gas production or even water retention in the body. Your tummy might feel tight and hard due to the trapped gas and may also be painful upon touch. Allergic reactions to gluten and lactose could cause bloating as well. Try and find out what is causing your tummy to bloat before you figure out a way to tackle it.
How to fix it:
Increase your water intake.
2. If you can, add a lemon wedge to your water and sip on it all day to beat the bloat.
3. Eating high fibre foods like spinach, oats and banana’s can also help get rid of bloated bellies.
Now that you are equipped to tackle belly fat, know that apart from belly bloats, fat reduction will take some time. Do not attempt crash diets and other extreme measures as they could have long-term effects on your body.
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) In Children
Oppositional Defiant Disorder or ODD stretches beyond simply bad behaviour. This is evident when a child loses control over his feelings, behaviour, and thoughts. He becomes non-cooperative and displays a rebellious attitude. Parenting a child with ODD then becomes a huge challenge and demands a professional diagnosis.
What Is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a common behavioural disorder in children that leads to defiant and rebellious behaviour. It is defined by irritable moods, disobedience, and defiance against parents, teachers and other authority figures. The child refuses to do things he is asked to and reacts angrily or aggressively when forced to do it. He thinks the tasks instructed to him are not reasonable and hence refuses to carry them out.
How Common Is ODD In Kids?
Oppositional Defiant Disorder is known to affect young kids and children at an adolescent age too. Every one child out of 10 children below 12 years of age is said to be afflicted by ODD. The number of boys affected by ODD is twice that of the girls with ODD.
However, it is estimated that more than 2/3rd of kids affected by ODD overcome these behavioural changes as they grow in age. Also, children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder do not display a majority of these symptoms by the time they reach 18 years.
Causes
Various factors need to come together for a child to develop symptoms related to ODD. Research has been unable to narrow down one specific reason for the onset of Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Here are a few causes that could cause the development of ODD in children:
Physical causes: The presence of large amounts of certain brain chemicals are known to enhance ODD traits. The brain chemicals are known as neurotransmitters. An unusually large volume of these neurotransmitters can upset their balance. ODD can occur when the brain is unable to read the communication between various channels properly due to the abnormal volume of neurotransmitters.
Genetic causes: Children who are diagnosed with ODD often have a family history of different mental illnesses. Mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality illnesses are common amongst those found in such cases. This points to the fact that genetic components could lead to ODD in children as against those children who are not exposed to such genetic disorders.
Environmental causes: The environment in which the child grows up can prove to be a significant contributor to symptoms of Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Homes, where domestic violence, arguments and fights are the order of the day, can prove to be fertile grounds for ODD growth. Children who grow up with friends and peers who are prone to violence or destructive behaviour can display tendencies that are related to ODD.
Sign & Symptoms
Contrary to popular belief, it is not only teenagers who can show a rebellious attitude. Your child could display signs of ODD before he could attain the age of eight. But the line between a strong-willed child and one who has ODD is quite subtle and is difficult to distinguish. Also, signs and symptoms of girls and boys could be different.
If you are keen to determine if your child has ODD or is being plain stubborn, check the following emotional and behavioural symptoms:
Vindictiveness: These children are quick to develop resentment towards others and can be spiteful towards others. Taking revenge on someone who has wronged them is on the top of their minds.
Ill-tempered moods: Children who are afflicted with ODD are extremely sensitive. They are easily annoyed and are quickly impacted by other’s actions. They could cry or get angry at the slightest provocation from others.
Do not own up: Kids with ODD are always finding someone else to blame for any of their negative actions. Not owning up to their mistakes and refusing to take responsibility for their actions are definitive symptoms of ODD in children.
Regular temper tantrums: The child remains angry throughout and loses his temper more than often. Keep a watch for unrelated outbursts and tantrums that come out of thin air.
Highly confrontational: ODD children find it easy to challenge and confront people in authority. Parents, teachers or protectors and creators of law are targets for arguments and fights.
Disrespectful of rules: Such children hate to follow the rules and are disrespectful towards them. They keep questioning the rules and are forever against those who try to implement them.
These signs and symptoms can be categorised as follows:
Cognitive Symptoms
Difficulty in concentrating
Does not think before speaking
Frustration
Psychosocial Symptoms
Losing self-esteem and confidence
Unable to make friends
Feeling annoyed
Negativity
Behavioural Symptoms
Deliberately acts in an annoying way
Hostile behaviour towards others
Does not compromise or negotiate with others
Destroys friendships readily
Seeks revenge over trivial matters
Does not obey rules
Always in a confrontational mood
Aversion to rules and hates authority figures
Blames others
Diagnosis
While diagnosing ODD, the doctor will have to understand the child’s complete medical history. He will also quiz you to get an insight into your child’s behaviour. The doctor will need information related to the duration of this behaviour, its pattern and a few incidents when you found the child’s behaviour disruptive. To understand if there is a physical cause of these behavioural symptoms, you can provide inputs about your kid’s physical health.
ODD specialists like therapists and psychologists are capable of handling ODD diagnosis. They often use questionnaires to supplement their diagnosis and collect details. By doing so, you will know if the child has been afflicted with ODD, or if he is reacting to a situation at home or school.
It is necessary to be open to the therapist, or the diagnosis may not be accurate. Give them a clear picture of the child’s social and emotional behaviour. Describe how he reacts to various situations at home, with friends or at school. This honesty will go a long way in making the right diagnosis and then begin the necessary treatment.
Risk Factors
The following risk factors could contribute to the occurrence of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and enhance its growth:
Family conflicts
Exposure to violence
Erratic nurturing as a child
Dysfunctional family life
Facing abuse or neglect as a child
Mental disorder within the family
Exposure to drug/substance abuse
Inconsistent interaction with parents
Unpredictable disciplinary levels
Complications Of Childhood Oppositional Defiant Disorder
If ODD is left untreated, it can cause a fair amount of stress and worry for parents. Apart from the effect on the family, the child will face some difficulties too. Therefore, an early diagnosis of his condition can help in preventing future complications in his/her life. These complications could be long term and short term and include the following:
Definite lack of confidence and self-esteem
Difficulties in studying and concentration
Expulsion from school
Drug/alcohol abuse and addiction
Anti-social behaviour
Disorderly Behaviour
Less or no friends
Poor communication skills
Legal problems
Severe criminal conduct
At times, children suffering from ODD could develop mental health issues like anxiety or mood disorders, language disorders, learning disorders and ADHD- Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder. The last mentioned is known to be a frequent companion with ODD. The therapist will learn about such added complications during the child’s diagnosis.
Treatment
Treatment for Oppositional Defiant Disorder includes long-term psychotherapy coupled with behavioural training for the child and family members. The method of treatment is dependent on the following factors:
The child’s behavioural symptoms
Intensity of ODD
The surrounding environment
Medications are not prescribed for ODD unless it is accompanied by any other mental issue or behavioural disorder.
The following types of treatments are recommended for children diagnosed with ODD:
Cognitive behavioural therapy: This is used to help the child develop problem-solving skills and apply them in daily life. Unwanted behaviour can be changed through this method, and the child learns to handle stressful situations competently.
Parent management training: Parents can deal with an ODD child and the situations that arise from it. They are taught the latest ways and methods of interacting with the child and deal with their problems. Family members like parents and siblings along with teachers are included in this training to give them better control over the situation.
Social skills training: ODD children, especially adolescents need social skills training so that they can do better while interacting with peers. It teaches them how to perform better at school. Such training is a part of group activities and is conducted in an open environment.
Medication: When ODD is accompanied by conditions like ADHD or mood/anxiety disorders, medication forms an important part of the treatment. It helps control severe cases of ODD and prevents any further growth.
Activities For Children With ODD
Activities and games are at the top of the list when it comes to modifying your child’s behaviour. Although it may be difficult for you to get him to join, you could try the following activities:
Problem-solving sessions for learning collaboration. The child will learn to trust and respect you through this.
Role plays give the child a different perspective on the existing situation. Let the child take over your role while you enact his.
Give your child a chance to cool down when he gets defiant. Ask him to speak only when he has cooled down. This will teach him to control his anger and refrain from reacting.
Use exercise sheets to help your child deal with various emotions. It will help channelise emotions like anger and revenge.
Play fun games where the child has to do the exact opposite of the instructions you give. They score points when they do so, and this helps one to look at ODD in a fun way.
How Can You Help Your Child?
As a parent, you are entirely empowered to help your child to deal with ODD. The following things can make life better for your child and help them get rid of the disorder:
Work on your relationship with your child and reiterate the fact that he/she is of paramount importance to you. Spend quality time with him and give undivided attention to underline the fact that he matters most.
Praise encourages positive behaviour. Use it effectively to enhance such behaviour on a regular basis. For every negative comment that you use, give six positive comments. Refrain from threats and negative consequences.
Giving short, to-the-point instructions are useful in conveying your thoughts to the child. Ask him if he wants to study after dinner or right away. These specific choices can help you elicit the desired response from the child.
Create a reward chart for every positive behaviour displayed by your child. Kids between the age group of 3 to 8 years respond well to this.
Address unwanted or uncooperative behaviour immediately. Consider withdrawing a specific privilege if the child does not respond to instructions after a couple of requests.
Since ODD is a behavioural disorder developed due to various conditions around the child, do not take it personally. If you focus on changing the child’s behaviour, you will be able to make a sea change to the child’s personality.
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Drinking Non-alcoholic Beer While Pregnant
Pregnancy is one of the best experiences in a woman’s life that involves sacrificing some of the most favorite food and drinks. Those who enjoy an ice-cold pint to calm down and feel destressed would find it challenging to go off its taste in the early stages of pregnancy. As per official guidelines, there is no known safe level for drinking alcohol during pregnancy. Thus, avoiding alcohol can reduce potential harm to your baby. Many women even stop drinking before confirming their pregnancy test while trying to conceive. Women who continue to drink may opt for non-alcoholic alternatives by removing the alcohol from normal beer. Regardless, keep reading to be aware of the risks and necessary areas of caution if you’re wondering, ‘Will non-alcoholic beer hurt my baby?’
What Is Non-alcoholic Beer?
Non-alcoholic beer started being used in the US during Prohibition in 1919. Brewing companies like Anheuser-Busch, Miller, and Schlitz began producing “near beer,” malted beverages with low alcohol content (less than .5% alcohol by volume). Preparing non-alcoholic beer is pretty much the same as brewing traditional beer. It is made from the same ingredients as regular beer but in different preparation methods. It is prepared by removing alcohol at the end of the brewing process, either by boiling or filtration. As in the end, the beer was left tasteless; people found a way to add alcohol into the bottle through an illegal process that made it into “spiked beer.”
Near beer is made and sold even today, though some states require a person to be 21 to drink “non-alcoholic beer” as it has some alcohol. Non-alcoholic beer is the most suitable for pregnant women looking for a safer alternative. Traditional beers contain about 4%-6% alcohol, which must be classified as non-alcoholic after reaching that detectable 0.5% threshold. Beers labeled “alcohol-free” are required by the US FDA to contain no traceable alcohol by law, and they must be labeled as zero percent ABV.
The term “low alcoholic beer” refers to anything less than 1.2% ABV and anything less than 0.5% ABV is considered “non-alcoholic.” The nutritional contents of non-alcoholic beers are a similar amount of calories, protein, and fat as regular beer, and they differ in their carbohydrate and alcohol contents. Although low in alcohol content, non-alcoholic beers retain almost the same calories as alcoholic beer because of significant amounts of carbohydrates in the form of added sugars, which enhance their taste once the alcohol has been removed.
Is Non-alcoholic Beer Safe While Pregnant?
Non-alcoholic beer and pregnancy can be a much-loved topic of conversation for most women. When it comes to your baby’s health, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Alcohol is a known teratogen and one of the major factors for congenital disabilities. Although there is no clinical relevance to confirm the safety of consuming non-alcoholic beverages like beer during pregnancy, such drinks might contain higher ethanol levels than what is mentioned on their labels. The information can be misleading for pregnant women and their unborn fetuses who inadvertently get exposed to alcohol. In two hours of consuming an alcoholic beverage, the alcohol crosses the placenta causing the fetal blood alcohol levels to approach maternal blood levels. The fetus’s liver is the last organ to develop and doesn’t mature until the later stages of pregnancy. Hence they’re unable to process the alcohol a mother drinks during pregnancy. Moreover, drinking non-alcoholic beer can increase blood alcohol levels sharply and lead to positive tests for alcohol metabolites in the urine or breath.
Risks of Non-alcoholic Beer When Pregnant
Alcohol is an agent that affects the development of a fetus or breastfeeding. Alcoholic drinks might contain higher ethanol levels than those indicated on the labels. Abstinence from non-alcoholic beverages may eliminate any risk of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Although moderate intake of non-alcoholic beverages would likely pose no harm to breastfed infants, briefly delaying breastfeeding after consuming such drinks would ensure that the infant is not exposed to alcohol.
Brands that claim to have zero alcohol levels had up to 1.8 percent alcohol.
There is no safe trimester for a pregnant woman to drink alcohol, resulting in a specific pattern of facial abnormalities (flat midface with short palpebral fissures, flat philtrum, and a narrow vermilion border of the upper lip).
Non-alcoholic beer cannot eliminate the risk of FASD, resulting in growth retardation and serious neurodevelopmental disorders in your newborn baby.
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders can also cause cognitive and behavioral complications later in life.
Drinking alcohol in any form and quantity in general increases the risk of blood pressure issues in the pregnant woman who has the potential risk of developing preeclampsia
Drinking alcohol while pregnant has also been linked to increased rates of miscarriage, premature birth, and low birth weight of the baby
Effects of Drinking Non-alcoholic Beer in Pregnancy
Due to limited research, there’s no actual evidence to suggest the actual effects of drinking non-alcoholic beer during pregnancy. However, a small amount of alcohol can be severe. It may put the baby at risk for a range of birth disorders, including Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, like physical, mental, behavioral, and learning disabilities that could have lifelong implications for the baby. In the United States and Canada, the rate of FASD is up to 9.1 in every 1,000 babies born in 2003. As per the survey of 2018, first-grade students in 4 regions of the United States from 2010 to 2016 were found to experience FASD. The umbrella term “Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder” (FASD) encompass the wide range of adverse fetal outcomes from alcohol exposure in recent years like:
Developmental delays
Inability to foresee consequences
Immature and inappropriate behavior
Poor adaptability
Lack of organization
Poor judgement skills
Speech delays, language
Communication problems
Hyperactive behavior
Attention deficit
Poor memory
Intellectual disabilities or low IQ
Slow learning
Facial abnormalities like a small head, small eyes, and flattened cheekbones
Physical congenital disabilities like kidney, skeleton, and heart-related ailments
Vision and hearing problems
Poor coordination
Sleep problems in infants
Tips for Drinking Non-alcoholic Beer During Pregnancy
Countless research has been used to link drinking non-alcoholic beer to pregnancy. While most NA beer available in the market has slight amounts of alcohol due to its fermentation, some beer can be completely free of alcohol. There is no clear research if pregnant ladies can drink non-alcoholic beer. Some tips that can help you decide are:
As most non-alcoholic beers contain trace amounts of alcohol, application of your judgment is necessary to determine the frequency of usage or completely avoid it.
One can also argue that light-drinking mothers tend to be more relaxed, contributing to better behavioral and cognitive outcomes in their children.
Doctors and other health experts have been quite inconsistent in their views between condoning a drink or two each week and urging women to abstain from non-alcoholic drinks.
NA beer has comparable amounts of alcohol to kombucha, orange juice, ripe banana, or even baked bread.
Although it’s universally accepted for a beverage containing less than .05 percent to be labeled “non-alcoholic,” the only way to completely avoid trace amounts of alcohol is to abstain from any beverage containing it.
As every pregnancy can be different from one another, it is up to the healthcare provider to decide if an occasional non-alcoholic (under .05 percent alcohol) beverage can be allowed during your pregnancy.
Is non-alcoholic beer OK for pregnancy? The answer depends entirely on the personal choice of a woman. Although adults in the general population may benefit from non-alcoholic beers as a better option to reduce their alcohol intake, the same cannot be true for pregnant women. Although FASD is attributed to chronic and high intakes of alcohol during pregnancy, experts maintain that pregnant women need to avoid all alcoholic beverages and even non-alcoholic beers with the supposedly minimum amounts of alcohol. With no safe level of alcohol ascertained, it may be the best option of beer that may find itself among health-friendly beverages in the future.
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Q. #AskTheExpert hello dr.
baby planning kar rhi kuch tips btayiye conceive ho jaye
Dr Ghouse
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A. it's a natural process ok. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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Q. when baby is kick? I'm 13 weeks pregnant
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A. during first pregnancy you may feel the baby movements after 24 to 25 weeks of pregnancy and till then only mild flatters may be felt but which you may not be feeling if you are doing some work
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Q. I’m in my 31 week 1 day of pregnancy. What will be my delivery date??
As I have low lying placenta with grade 1 maturity.
Dr Ghouse
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5 hours ago
A. you had to correlate is ultrasound examination. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
Rashmi has added a new answer
Expecting Mom due in 2 months
5 hours ago
Q. My hemoglobin is 6.4 from 28 weeks of pregnancy. Now I’m 31 weeks pregnant. What should I do?
Rashmi
Mom of a 9 yr 7 m old girl
5 hours ago
A. Haven’t when you having some kind of iron supplement because they’re very good during the time of pregnancy if you are not having one you need to start with and whatever tabs you take you should just take it with any good juice specially pomegranate juice that’s going to help in doubling the impact of the medicine that you’re taking secondly try and include more of Iron which diet like spinach broccoli beetroot pomegranate black rice sweet potato these things are exceptionally healthy for you to consume
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Expecting Mom due in 2 months
4 hours ago
Q. This is my cbc report
Rashmi
Mom of a 9 yr 7 m old girl
4 hours ago
A. No there is nothing visible on my wall so I can really really cannot help you can you please repose the question once again providing all the necessary details as once I’m certain what are you talking about what’s mentioned in the report according to that I can provide you proper help on your question
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2 hours ago
Q. #asktheexpert
now I'm 24 weeks. Sometimes I'm feeling pain in my thigh.
Dr Sameer awadhiya
Paediatrician
2 hours ago
A. For thegh query asked needs consultation with doctor for proper guidance so it is better that the doctor will guide you the correct way .
Onlfine consultation can also be taken and the expert will give you the proper answer .
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