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Your 13 Week Old Baby - Development, Milestones & Care
Congratulations! Your baby is 13 weeks old and by now you must have got used to the idea of being a mother. Sleepless night, breastfeeding your baby at random hours of the day and night, and cleaning his poop must have made you realise that being a mother is no easy. Is it now? But we know how much you love your little one. In these three months, you must have bonded with your baby too. Your baby will start learning a lot from you as he grows and you might start seeing shades of you or your spouse, even more, evident than before. Find out how your baby is developing!
Your 13-week-old Baby's Development
Your 13-week-old baby will soon start getting comfortable with you as well as with other faces that he encounters. The sociability aspect of your baby will begin to develop as he realizes how much fun it is to interact with others. The smile on his face will be the most welcoming one you will ever see and resisting giving him a kiss would be almost impossible. Making sounds and carrying on lengthy conversations through his coos and gurgles will become second nature to him. He may also try to turn his head around if he hears a noise. Your baby may also start sleeping through the night as well, so you can catch some sleep at night. However, don't count on it. However, if your baby keeps you awake at night, wait for a few months, sooner or later he will get a restful sleep at night and so will you.
[Also Read: 3 Months Old Baby Development]
Your 13-week-old Baby's Milestones
By now your baby's most of the senses must have developed at par. It might take some more time, but as a result of the growth spurt that happens around the third month, your baby may have a better vision by this age. Your baby will be able to focus better, begin to understand the perception of depth and see how near or far something is. The hues of various colours will start getting more vivid than before and your baby might prefer certain colours over others. Play some music in a corner and your baby may start turning his head and try to see where the sound is coming from. Use that nice baby lotion with the smell of flowers, and you will see a haze of recognition on your baby’s face when he smells it.
Along with the senses, your baby’s limbs will also begin to improve as time passes. This is the time when your baby will realize that he has fingers which can be controlled individually. Though he might not be able to point at something or grip anything right way, his fingers and palms will keep moving around as he starts exploring them. His hand-eye coordination will be much better than before.
Discovering his own voice will also be an activity that will interest your baby quite a lot. Having long conversations with himself and experimenting with different tones and modulations will keep him engaged for a better part of the day. While playing games, he might make a loud cry when you hide and then laugh satisfactorily when you reveal yourself. Many babies wake up early in the morning and, if their stomach is full, will continue lying around and looking at their feet, while cooing.
[Also Read: 3 Months Old Baby Milestones]
Feeding
As pattern and routines begin to set in, your 13-week-old baby may feed easily. Yes, breastfeeding your little one will become a tad easier and comfortable for both of you. His feeding will be more efficient and you would be able to tell when he wants food and when he doesn’t in a much better manner. The cry of hunger and the cry for being held will be recognizable.
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Sleeping
As your baby undergoes growth spurts, you might have to feed him at odd hours of the day and night. Breastfed babies tend to require milk at night a little more than babies who are bottle-fed. Nevertheless, most babies do not sleep through the night. The longest they might sleep without a break is for about 6-7 hours at the most.
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Routine
Up until now, you must have tried to figure out how the entire process of parenting and feeding and sleeping works. But having spent about 13 weeks with your baby, this can be a good time to start enforcing a routine of sorts for both of you. Some babies inevitably fall into a predictable routine pretty early in life. If your baby hasn't, it is time to start building a routine with him.
As babies grow up, they choose when they want to feed or not. There might be a specific timing that you must feed your baby, but over time, your baby might refuse to feed at times if he is full. As long as his weight is fine, you have nothing to worry. When he enters another phase of rapid growth, his hunger will increase and he might start demanding food a lot more than usual.
If your baby feeds for lengthy intervals between each feed, you can enforce a schedule of say 3-hours to 4-hours between each feed. This allows you to shape your own routine, get some rest, and keep your baby well-fed and rested, too. A lot of change can disturb the baby, hence you should try to enforce a routine for him. When he knows that after 1 feed, the next feed will be after a few hours, he can sleep without being disturbed. Even at night, your baby might not sleep as long as you do, or you need to. In these cases, it is important to ensure that your baby does not sleep off at other times. Most mothers observe that their babies tend to sleep while they are bathing him or while he is feeding in the afternoon or so. Wake up your baby if that happens and complete the activity. He might get cranky and not sleep, which might continue for a couple of days. After that, he will understand the timings and begin to fall asleep accordingly.
Tips to Take Care of Your 13-week-old Baby
Here are some tips that you should follow to take care of your 14-week-old baby.
Take care of your baby’s skin by making sure it doesn’t get too dry. Make use of moisturizers and humidifiers if dry skin persists.
Take your baby out in the park or garden, or let him interact with other babies when you go for a morning or evening walk.
Let your baby sleep for fixed hours and try creating a fixed schedule for all activities so that your baby can start looking forward to them, too.
[Also Read: 3 Months Old Baby Care]
Tests and Vaccinations
Having completed 3 months fully and getting him vaccinated on time, it is time to prepare him for another round of vaccinations. These could be done either via injections or by giving oral medications.
One of the first injections that will be given around this time is the DTaP/IPV/Hib vaccine, which takes care of polio and many other diseases, like diphtheria. Another vaccine that is administered via injection is the MenC vaccine. This takes care of meningococcal viruses and prevents them from attacking the child. Finally, the next round of the rotavirus vaccine is given, but this is mostly given orally instead of via injection.
Games and Activities
The auditory sense of your baby will grow quite a lot. Understanding sounds, music, and tonality, they begin to notice how the same sound can be emitted in different notes as well. But instead of simply using music, you can take your baby to the kitchen for a change of environment and give him a drumming 101 session. Make use of utensils around the house, plastic boxes, cardboard boxes, or anything that is in a different material than others. Putting them all together in one place, grab a small stick or a ladle and slowly hit each object to make a sound. The different sounds will get your baby intrigued and excited. Start playing something musical and your baby may start clapping away, too. Then, turn your baby around to look at his face and use your mouth to create those same drumbeat sounds. This entire activity will keep your little one engaged for many days to come.
Babies love water and playing with it. If you have a bathtub or even a smaller tub, fill it with warm water and gently put your baby in it. Make sure his head is always above the water, and use your hand to support him with that. Then splash some water using your hands and then grab his feet to create the splashes as well. Let your baby take some time in figuring out how his feet can make the water splash. Once that is done, your bathroom will turn into a water park within no time.
[Also Read: 3 Months Old Baby Games and Activities]
When to Consult a Doctor
Around this age, babies tend to suffer from thrush, which is mostly a yeast-related infection. This manifests in the form of white spots or patches on the inner areas of the mouth, including the cheeks and lips. This can be passed on to the mother as well during breastfeeding and make your nipples hurt. Talk to your doctor if such a condition exists.
Heading speedily towards month 4, your baby will start picking up so many activities and learn so many new things that his growth will astound you. Keep all those memories intact and make sure to spend as much time with the baby as possible.
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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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CBC (Complete Blood Count) Test in Pregnancy
During pregnancy, several tests are used to evaluate the health of the foetus. In this article, we'll tell you about the Complete Blood Count (CBC) test and its importance.
What Is the CBC Test?
Complete Blood Count Test (CBC) test is done in the early stages of pregnancy to determine any health issues the expecting mom may have developed. This test monitors the levels of haemoglobin and haematocrit, which determines your iron levels and checks whether you are affected by anaemia. If the levels of iron in your blood are low, you may be prescribed iron supplements. The CBC also determines the count of red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.
Is the Complete Blood Count Test Necessary?
The CBC test is indeed necessary, as it helps to diagnose illnesses or infections in the expecting mother. As the test calculates the count of the three types of blood cells, too, a general idea about the expecting mom's health can also be obtained.
What Does This Blood Test Measure?
1. Red Blood Cells (RBCs)
The levels of red blood cells and haemoglobin can indicate her capability to carry oxygen via blood to the fetus. Low haemoglobin levels make pregnant women prone to fatigue and sickness. Iron supplements are prescribed to correct this situation.
2. White Blood Cells (WBCs)
White blood cells play an important role in the human body, especially during pregnancy. There are five types of WBCs- basophils, neutrophils, eosinophils, lymphocytes and monocytes. All of these are important parts of the immune system, which is greatly responsible for keeping the mother and the child free from any type of infection. This also finds out if the mother has any blood-related diseases, like sickle cell anaemia or leukaemia.
3. Platelets
Platelets make up the trio of the types of blood cells and are the smallest of the three types; however, their importance is huge. Platelets are responsible for clotting of the blood. If the count of platelets is too low, it means that the blood will not clot soon enough, while the number being high means that the mother is susceptible to sudden internal blood clots and haemorrhages.
4. Haemoglobin (Hb/Hgb)
Haemoglobin is the protein in your blood that holds oxygen.
5. Hematocrit (Hct)
This calculates the percentage of red blood cells in your blood.
6. Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)
MCV measures the average size of your red blood cells.
How to Prepare for the CBC Test
If your blood will be tested only for the complete blood count, you can eat and drink normally before the test. If it'll be used to conduct other tests, too, your doctor may ask you to fast for a specific number of hours.
How Is the CBC Test Done?
Getting the CBC test done requires just a few minutes. A nurse will insert a needle into your arm and take a blood sample. This sample will be sent to a pathology lab for testing. You can leave the clinic after giving your blood sample.
What Do the CBC Test Results Really Mean?
The test results help to detect the onset of illnesses in a pregnant woman.
If WBC count is low, you are more prone to infections. The normal range is 4,500 to 10,000 cells per microliter (cells/mcL).
If your RBCs are low in count, you may have anaemia. The normal range for men is 4.5 million to 5.9 million cells/mcL; for women, it’s 4.1 million to 5.1 million cells/mcL.
The normal range of haemoglobin for men is 14 to 17.5 grams per deciliter (gm/dL); for women, it’s 12.3 to 15.3 gm/dL.
A low score on the Hct range scale may be a sign of iron deficiency. A high score could mean you’re dehydrated. The normal range for men is between 41.5% and 50.4%. For women, the range is between 36.9% and 44.6%.
If your RBCs are bigger than normal, your MCV goes up. That could happen if you have low vitamin B12 or folate levels. If your red blood cells are smaller, you could have a type of anaemia. A normal-range MCV score is 80 to 96.
The normal range of platelets is 150,000 to 450,000 platelets/mcL.
Here are the normal CBC values from pregnancy first to third trimesters.
First Trimester
Unit
Count
HB
g/dl
11.0-14.3
RBC
10^6/ul
3.52-4.52
HCT
%
31-41
MCV
fl
81-96
MCH
pg
27-32
MCHC
g/dl
33-37
RETICS
% of RBCs
0.2-2.0
PLT
*10^3/ul
150-400
WBC
*10^3/ul
5000-13000
Differential leucocytic count:
Absolute values/ul
Percentage %
BASO
less than 110
0-1
EOSINO
less than 500
1-6
NEUTR
1800-7500
40-70
STAFF
0-5
SEGM
40-70
LYMPH
1000-3500
20-45
MONO
80-880
2-8
Second Trimester
Unit
Count
HB
g/dl
10.0-13.7
RBC
10^6/ul
3.2-4.41
HCT
%
30-38
MCV
fl
82-97
MCH
pg
27-32
MCHC
g/dl
33-37
RETICS
% of RBCs
0.2-2.0
PLT
*10^3/ul
150-400
WBC
*10^3/ul
6200-14800
Differential leucocytic count:
Absolute values/ul
Percentage %
BASO
less than 110
0-1
EOSINO
less than 600
1-6
NEUTR
2000-8000
40-70
STAFF
0-5
SEGM
40-70
LYMPH
1500-4000
20-45
MONO
80-880
2-8
Third Trimester
Unit
Count
HB
g/dl
9.8-13.7
RBC
10^6/ul
3.1-4.44
HCT
%
28-39
MCV
fl
91-99
MCH
pg
27-32
MCHC
g/dl
33-37
RETICS
% of RBCs
0.2-2.0
PLT
*10^3/ul
150-450
WBC
*10^3/ul
5000-13000
Differential leucocytic count:
Absolute values/ul
Percentage %
BASO
less than 110
0-1
EOSINO
less than 600
1-6
NEUTR
2000-8000
40-70
STAFF
0-5
SEGM
40-70
LYMPH
1500-4000
20-45
MONO
80-880
2-8
As we mentioned above, the CBC test is extremely important to gauge the overall health of the mother and detect the presence of viruses in her body. Thus, it becomes possible to safeguard the health of both the mother and the baby.
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1 Month Old Baby Milestones
Isn’t it exciting that your baby is finally out in the world? After 9 long months, the wait is finally over, and you can welcome your baby to the outside world. As he adjusts to the new world around him, you will begin to see a transition in his body. The body which was used to the environment of the uterus will now get used to your home.
During the first few weeks, your little one is only feeding, crying, sleeping and soiling his diaper. But as he nears his first month, you will notice him being able to reach his hands to his mouth and other signs of progress. Here are all the one-month-old baby developmental milestones you must be aware of at this phase.
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Physical Development Milestones
Here are the physical, 1-month-old infant milestones to watch out for-
Able to bring his hands close to the eyes and mouth
Able to turn his head from side to side while lying down on his tummy
Head tilts backwards when not given support
Clenches hands to form a tight fist
"Rooted" reflex movements
Touch and Smell Milestones
The following are the touch and smell milestones for 1-month old babies-
Able to identify the scent of the mother's breast milk
Likes soft and coarse sensations
Prefers soft and gentle handling
Dislikes acidic and bitter-smelling odours
Likes sweet smells
Hearing and Visual Milestones
You'll notice the following developments in your baby's hearing and sight nearing the first month of his birth-
Turns his heads in the direction of sounds
Recognizes parents' voices and tones
Blinks when you clap your hands
Reacts differently to songs and various nursery rhymes
Prefers black and white or sharp-contrasted colours (including stripes)
Can focus his vision up to a distance of 12 meters
Crossing and wandering eyes
When to be Concerned?
You should be concerned if your baby experiences the following developmental delays between the second and fourth weeks-
Cannot suck properly
Constant trembling of the lower jaw
Unresponsive to different sounds
Unresponsive to bright lights
Loose limbs or extreme floppiness
Cannot see close objects
Your Role in Helping Your Child Achieve One-Month Milestones
As a parent, it's a wonderful feeling to see your little one achieving his milestones. Here's what you can do to help him along the way-
Take him out to walks and excursions to parks, museums and other colourful places. New objects and surroundings work like visual playgrounds for your baby and develop all his senses by introducing him to new experiences.
Make him meet up with other kids and play with them. Interacting with kids of similar age groups provide company and aid in his emotional and mental development.
Games like peekaboo and mimicking sounds make for fun activities with your little one when he's bustling with energy and alert.
Learn to recognize when your baby feels tired and needs a little bit of downtime to relax and recuperate at the end of the day.
Talk, sing, dance and read out to your baby. Make eye contact with him during any interaction.
Be mindful of his reflexes when he's hungry, sleepy or moody. Get to know your little one through cuddling, talking, and by paying attention to his reactions and responses.
It's not rocket science where achieving milestones are concerned. Give your little one a break and help him achieve his milestones without any judgment or expectations. Keep note of the signs of developmental delays and make sure to remember that it takes time to progress and achieve his expected goals. Every baby has a unique body type and it would safe to say that they progress at a different pace. So if your little one is moving as fast as you'd expect, give him some time, and we're sure things will work out in the end.
If you feel something is wrong or if things are going off-track, consult a doctor or a certified paediatrician for medical diagnosis and assistance.
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How to Teach Phonics to Kids
In recent times, the term “phonics” has started finding its roots in our educational system that wasn’t as prevalent a decade ago. Many interpret it to be a separate subject altogether but it isn’t so. Phonics is nothing more than one of the essential stepping stones in helping your child develop the linguistic ability to understand what constitutes a language and how to learn it well. Like most parents, if you wonder how to teach your child phonics, here are a few strategies to help you out.
What is Phonics?
Since phonics has found its footing in our education systems in recent times, it is necessary to understand what it actually is all about. Phonics, as the name suggests, is related to sounds. There are a number of sounds that can be made using our mouths and many of them have played an important role in creating the languages that we speak today. Most of these sounds are represented by letters and this connection between them both is what phonics aims to explore. For children, understanding this aspect as soon as possible can help them grasp the very core of language creation and help them pick up other languages speedily as well.
Why is Phonics Important for your Child?
As natural as speaking a language might seem to us right now, understanding it and picking up the nuances in it is quite difficult as a child. With the modern times focusing quite a lot on learning more than one language, the differences and the foundations of both languages need to be clearly established in one’s mind. When your kid speaks and writes, he ought to know how the word is formed and spoken and what it means, and all of this needs to be done quickly in the head so that he can write and speak at a normal pace, like everyone. All of these skills related to comprehending language, expressing it, and picking up newer ones, can get a boost by understanding phonics.
Strategies for Teaching Phonics to Children
As parents, we may not be aware of the specific ways phonics is taught at school, or even be completely oblivious to the activities that can help teach phonics. Nevertheless, there are certain strategies that can be employed to grant the same benefit as a phonics session might do.
1. Focus on Comprehension
It is fine if you don’t know the exercises to focus on sounds and their connection to letters, but every parent can help their child in understanding what’s being read to them and expressing their own thoughts. Engage your child in stories and articles and talk to him about it. Ask him to describe what just happened in his own words and what he thinks might happen next. Using the right words to express his thoughts is how he’ll learn better.
2. Nothing Beats Practice
It might be convenient for your child to read the story once again after you have read it out to him and explained it to him. Going through something again with more information in the head and clarity of the concept can help him in focusing on the craft of writing and checking which words were used to describe a particular event or action or an emotion. Reading them aloud and practising again can make him comfortable with the speech.
3. Utilizing Word Games
Language-based games are your friend when it comes to teaching your child about phonics. Playing letter connections where each one says a word that begins with the last letter of the previous one, helps make connections between using letters appropriately. Let your child also talk out loud about what he’s doing right now and describe things around him as well.
4. Creation of Words
The most basic part of phonics is to break down existing words into the sounds that constitute them. You can join your kid in this activity and help him get the best out of it. For example, the word “car” is made of three sounds, namely the “ca” at the beginning, the “aa” in the middle, and the “ar” at the end. On understanding these sounds, putting them together makes the word “car”.
5. Point and Read
In the early stages, kids cannot read as fast as we can nor can they do their best if they tend to read it without speaking out loud. Teach your child to use his finger and place it under each word as he attempts to read it loudly. This helps him put together the sounds of the letters and attempt to read a word he doesn’t even know. Such an activity is what makes use of the power of phonics and turn the kids into their own teachers.
6. Make it a Daily Habit
Gradually, teach your kid to read beyond the realm of textbooks and the usual time set aside for homework and school activities. Begin by making it a habit to read the headlines of the newspaper every morning. Or when you return at night, let your kid pick out a magazine and both of you can read it out together.
7. Speak as You Write
While most activities focus on reading, phonics can also be used while your child is learning to write. As he starts getting the hang of words, ask him to write a particular word. While he does so, let him speak out the sounds of the letters used in it loudly. This feeds back the knowledge he has and makes it stronger.
If you are wondering how to teach phonics to kindergarten kids, you are thinking far out ahead. Teachers have their own ways and techniques that focus on each skill individually. At an early stage, you can make use of games and fun activities to provide support to that learning, as well as establish a wonderful bond with your child.
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Respect the Words of Your Partner - Key to a Successful Married Life
"Success in marriage does not come merely through finding the right mate, but through being the right mate." – Barnett R. Brickner
Being a successful couple and having a successful married life is a god gift. Partners have to really work hard to be successful in their life. They need to understand each other's feelings and respect these feelings.
1. Successful Couples Try to See Things From each Other’s Point of View
They don’t become defensive, but they practice empathy. Couples spend hours sitting together and gently discussing the situations and their respective feelings in order to come to a place of empathy. They actively show one another they care by trying to see things from the other’s point of view.
2. Give Time
Relationships won't work if partners don’t give quality time to each other. Discussing about their future planning and giving more time to each other is one of the keys to a successful and happy married life. Therefore it is required that you and your partner give more time to each other than any other relationship.
3. Take Responsibility
As a husband and wife you each have your own responsibilities in your married life . Each one has to take their share and be a responsible person. Responsibility means carrying out your duties towards your children and family.
Whether it is an arranged marriage or a love marriage, partners need their privacy time and quality time to spend together. Getting married and getting pregnant in a short span of time and consequently entering into another big world of responsibility can affect a couple's privacy time. After all, partners will be too busy caring about their baby who is being introduced into this world.
A successful marriage is far more valuable than most of the temporary things we chase after in our lives. And it will always last longer.
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Expecting Mom due in 4 months
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Q. mam i am 21 week continuing in my pregnancy but my baby not moving as much
Dr Priyanka Kalra
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
12 hours ago
A. pl do ultrasound. better to show to specialist always as they get the correct diagnosis. try to avoid self and extra medication that will only complicate this and create more damage to the child
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Q. #asktheexperts what is muconium staining?
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
11 hours ago
A. due to feetal distance that will be mcconium passing in the uterine cavity itself. 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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Expecting Mom due in 2 months
11 hours ago
Q. #asktheexperts What should I buy for my baby however I'm just expecting in 2 month
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
11 hours ago
A. you can get information regarding essentials of the new ones watch any YouTube channel. 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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Expecting Mom due in 5 months
10 hours ago
Q. I got faint line all my pregnancy test and I missed my periods for 10 days but USG and TVs test confirm there is no pregnancy is there any chance that it is very early stage that's why it is not visible???? or TVs test is the last thing that can tell that really there is no pregnancy
Read moreRashmi
Mom of a 9 yr 7 m old girl
10 hours ago
A. I think it would be advisable for you to get an ultrasound done with your doctor that’s going to give you a clarity because if there is a pregnancy it would be visible at least at least that sack is visible if it’s a regular pregnancy so it would be advisable to have a test with your doctor
Dr. Minal Acharya has added a new answer
Guardian of 0 children
6 hours ago
Q. mere twins baby girl and boyhai one month 8 days old kya mai ghutti de sakte hun ya gripe water de sakte hun aur kab se start kar sakte hun
Dr. Minal Acharya
Nutritionist
6 hours ago
A. dear Mum, you should not give any sort of gripe water or ghutti to your baby. these are unhealthy and dangerous and can cause infection to your baby. so, these should be completely avoided.
Dr Vandan H Kumar has added a new answer
Guardian of 0 children
6 hours ago
Q. I am currently 32 week pregnant.I recently had growth scan.mu baby is in cephalic presentation. Does this change as I approach my due date. Also my EDD is July 25 and EDC is July 2. what is my expected due date. Also what is EDC?
Dr Vandan H Kumar
Paediatrician
5 hours ago
A. edc is expected date of delivery only.
that is 40 weeks
You will get more information for your query with your family doctor. You may meet your dr in person for proper guidance .
It is important to remain in contact with your doctor.
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