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Squats During Pregnancy: Benefits, Tips And Safety
Pregnancy is a phase where the mother goes through a lot of changes, both physically and mentally. Exercising is a good way to make sure your body is ready for the due date. Exercise and pregnancy undoubtedly have a positive association.
Now why is squatting an exercise that needs to be looked at? This is because, apart from exercising to stay fit and for recreational purposes, it is always a good idea to do a specific exercise that will be more beneficial for the current state of your body. As pregnancy and delivery need a good toned abdominal, back and upper thigh muscle tone, squatting yields maximum benefits. However, it is important that squatting is done in the right manner.
Is It Safe To Exercise When Pregnant?
Yes. It is safe to exercise when pregnant, but with the terms and conditions applied - a right type of exercise done in a right amount at the right time. In fact, squats in pregnancy are recommended to build strength in your lower body which takes a lot of pressure during delivery.
Amazing Benefits Of Squatting During Pregnancy
Exercise in general and squatting specifically has a lot of potential benefits during pregnancy and eventually during labour. Squatting is a traditional form of exercise advised to pregnant women by midwives. Here are some common benefits:
1. Healthy body weight
Weight gain in pregnancy can be unhealthy if it is above a certain level. Too much fat accumulation causing weight gain is not a good idea. Comparative studies have proven that those who were active earlier and continued exercising during pregnancy had healthier weight gain than those who stopped after becoming pregnant.
2. Cardiovascular fitness
Cardiovascular fitness, endurance and muscular strength can be maintained and improved through exercise and squatting during pregnancy. There is a lot of maternal adaptation happening in all the systems of the body during pregnancy, particularly the cardiovascular system. The blood volume increases, heart rate increases and cardiac output increases. Being sedentary during this time is not a very good idea.
3. Muscular strength
You will have some extra weight all over your body during pregnancy. All the weight will be borne by your legs and the back muscles are at work for extra hours to bear it. Squats in pregnancy help you maintain the right posture and it prevents undue stress on the knee ligaments without affecting you and your baby negatively.
4. Improved posture
Lower back pain can really hurt during pregnancy and squatting is the solution. Improving the posture and body mechanics decreases the frequency and severity of the pain which is otherwise quite common during pregnancy. The most common types of back pain during pregnancy - the lumbar pain and the back of the pelvis pain, both are taken care of when you squat.
5. Treatment of pregnancy-induced complications and prevention
In those women who are pre-disposed to gestational diabetes, exercise has shown to prevent or control it by improving glucose tolerance, insulin sensitivity and also reduces the episodes of hypoglycemia by improving the glycogen stores in the liver and muscles. But the women who already have gestational diabetes may need advice and exercise under guidance.
Pregnancy-induced-hypertension is another complication of pregnancy that can be perilous. Few studies have reported protective effect of leisure time exercise during pregnancy against hypertensive disorders induced by pregnancy.
There is always a risk of miscarriage in early pregnancy. There is also a risk of foetal malformations in early days after pregnancy. This is why these precautions about exercising in the first trimester are necessary.
6. Relief from minor discomforts
Squatting helps reduce minor discomforts which are very common during pregnancy like constipation, poor bladder control, varicose veins, insomnia, heartburn, and leg cramps. Some women also reported that 3-5 minutes of exercise alleviates symptoms of morning sickness.
7. Easing of labour
There is evidence that says that the women who were active throughout their pregnancy and performed squatting exercise during the 9th month of pregnancy had an earlier onset of labour at term, shorter duration of labour, reduced complications during labour and delivered babies with high APGAR scores. (APGAR scoring is done by the paediatrician on the new-born to estimate the health. Higher the score, the healthier the baby).
Also recently there has been a lot of importance being given to squats to bring on labour and also delivering in the same position. In fact various hospitals are now designing the labour room table such as to allow delivery in a squatting position and encourage squats while pregnant to induce labour.
8. Faster recovery
An active mother during pregnancy recovers faster, and gets back to the pre-pregnant state in terms of energy, pain, muscle strength, weight loss, toned abdomen and endurance sooner.
9. Psychological benefits
There is no denying that pregnancy, delivery and the post-partum period however beautiful, is known to psychologically impact the mother. Exercising during pregnancy has positive effects on the maternal mental well-being leading to decreased depression and an improvement in self-esteem and body confidence.
Type Of Squatting Exercise You Can Do
Here is a brief overview of how to do squats during pregnancy. Read about the various squatting positions during pregnancy and how you can practice them:
1. Sumo Squat
Stand straight with an erect spine.
Keep your feet apart, slightly more than a shoulder width. Slightly rotate your legs such that toes point outwards.
Stretch out your arms in front of you with or without dumbbell or simply keep your hands on your hips.
Now gently bend your knees keeping your back completely straight.
Go down till you are comfortable and at the same time feel the stretch on inner muscles of the thigh and the glutes.
Don’t go so low as to stress your knees.
2. Wall Squat (Half)
For the wall squat exercise you will need a smooth surface wall preferably with the tiles for a smooth slide and for more ease an exercising ball
Keep your feet a shoulder-width apart and away from the wall
You can keep the ball between the wall and your back for easy sliding or simply lean directly against the wall
Now slowly bend your knees pointing forwards, lean back and start sliding downwards
You can take a deep breath and slowly exhale
Squat only as low as you are comfortable with minimal stress on the knees
The outstretched arms will provide balance. You can also keep them on your knees
Now slowly slide upwards while leaning against the wall or the ball
3. Wall Squat Sliding Down (Full)
This is similar to the wall squat half
You will need few pillows in addition to a smooth surface
Body position is similar except you may not need the ball
Keep the pillows in front of the wall on the floor and stand in front of them
As you slide down slowly land on the pillows for support
And slowly slide up
4. Simple Squat
Stand on with your feet shoulder-width apart
Turn your feet in an outward to stabilise yourself
Leave your hands loose by the sides
Take a deep breath and as you exhale slowly begin to bend your knees and go down
Make sure there is enough space in between your legs for the tummy to fit in comfortably
As you go down, support yourself with your palms placed on your knees
Bend slightly towards the front enough to not lose your balance
Stretch your back and hold the position it will help the muscles in your lower back to relax
Don't lift your heels while doing so
5. The Chair Squat
Keep a sturdy chair against a wall so that it doesn’t slide back
Stand in front of the chair
Keep your feet shoulder-width apart with your toes are pointing outwards
Keep your hand outstretched for better balancing
Now slowly lower your glutes ( muscle located in the buttocks ) towards the chair as if you are going to sit down on the chair
Do this very slowly with your gluteal muscles and thigh muscles at work and not the gravity
Breathe deeply and slowly
Sit in the chair with the glutes lightly touching the chair. Your thigh muscles are still at work
Now slowly stand up with the same group of muscles initiating the movement
Do not take the support of the knees
6. Deep squat hold with pelvic muscles contraction
Stand in the wide sumo squat position facing a wall
Squat as far down as you can do comfortably
Keep your arms outstretched. If needed, you can place the palms on the wall for balance but do not lean against the wall
While you are in the squat position, hold there and contract your pelvic muscles ( as if you are trying to hold on urine)
If possible you can stay low and contract and relax the pelvic muscles a couple of times. This will retract and release the abdomen also
Now slowly rise up
You can also take the support of the back of a chair to do so
Tips To Perform Squats Safely
There are certain contraindications to squatting during pregnancy that you must know about. Consulting your doctor is the best idea before you begin squatting on your own.
1. It’s your first time!
The first major no-no for squatting is to attempt it without researching whether it is safe for you. If you’re wondering how to do squats during pregnancy, it is better to ask whether it is safe first.
There is enough information on the internet to help you but unless your doctor gives you a green signal and explains to you the advantages, the risks and the red flag signs may not be evident. In particular, the posture during a squat exercise, which involves repeated bending and straightening of the upper body, can become a major risk factor for a lumbar disorder associated with lower back pain, result in miscarriage or even a premature labour.
The four most significant contraindications to beginning an exercise program or resuming one are:
Physical injury
An acute bout of illness or a serious chronic disease,
Onset of persistent or recurrent abdominal or pelvic pain, and finally
Abnormal or heavy vaginal bleeding.
2. Absolute Contraindications (exercise not advised at all)
Any sort of exercise is not advised if you face any of the following:
Cardiovascular, systemic and respiratory disease
Uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes or thyroid disease
Ruptured membranes or premature labour
Persistent bleeding after 1st trimester
Incompetent cervix
Pregnancy induced severe hypertension
Multiple pregnancy(triplets, etc.)
Poor foetal growth
3. Relative contraindications
It can exercise but require careful evaluation, monitoring, and prescription based on the individual situation)
You can exercise but require additional care and guidance based on the your situation during pregnancy if you face or have face any of the following::
A history of premature delivery (3 or more)
Diabetes
Any previous problems of rapid labour or poor foetal growth
Early pregnancy bleeding
Poor lifestyle choices and bad fitness levels
Breech presentation post 28 weeks
Experiencing arrhythmias and palpitations
Anaemia or deficiency of iron
Extreme weights – under or overweight
Precautions To Take While Doing Squats Or Other Exercise In Pregnancy
Various professional organizations and noted researchers in the field have published guidelines for exercising during the childbearing year. Here are some tips to perform squats safely in pregnancy as published by Hammer et al in the journal of perinatal education
Obtain medical clearance before participation.
The exercise prescription should be individually based.
Regular mild to moderate exercise routines are preferable to intermittent activity.
Gradually increase exercise intensity and duration if previously sedentary.
A maximum heart rate limit up to 155 b/min is recommended, although levels of intensity higher than this can be prescribed on an individual basis.
Walking, cycling, swimming, low-impact aerobics, and stretching are recommended activities.
Do not exercise in the supine position after the 4th month. Don't stand motionless for long periods of time.
Stop exercising when fatigued and do not deliberately reach a point of exhaustion. Get plenty of rest.
Do not perform exercises that could cause a loss of balance.
Eat an additional 150–300 calories a day and drink plenty of fluids before, during, and after exercise. Emphasize complex carbohydrates to replace muscle glycogen stores.
Do not exercise when it is hot or humid or when febrile. Wear clothing that is cool and allows ventilation.
Bouncing, jerky movements should first be reduced and then avoided during the 3rd trimester.
Avoid high-altitude activities and scuba diving.
Participation in competitive sports is acceptable during the first 16 weeks of pregnancy if risk is accepted, but contact sports should be avoided thereafter.
Lifting light to moderate weights is encouraged to develop or maintain strength, but the valsalva manoeuvre should be avoided.
Know the warning signs to discontinue exercise and consult with prenatal health advisor.
When you should avoid squatting
There are a few instances during your pregnancy where it is not advisable to squat. For example, if the baby is not in the optimal position, i.e. the baby’s bottom presents itself first when the baby is in the breech position, which pushes it deeper down into the pelvis. You can turn your baby to the optimal position before continuing squatting.
Other instances include experiencing pain during squatting. If you are having some sort of discomfort while squatting, then it is best that you get your technique analysed or choose another technique.
Thus, squatting in pregnancy is recommended for those who want to ensure a smoother, easier delivery. However, precautions need to be taken in order to confirm whether your body and you are ready for this.
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There are few things in this world as precious as your baby’s laughter. Babies start to smile after three months, and from then on they lose no time in learning to laugh, squeal, and giggle with delight at things that amuse them. A child’s laughter can be quite infectious and soon everyone around is bound to break into smiles. This is sure to make you want to have your baby laughing as often as possible!
How to Make a Baby Laugh?
Finding the right triggers is important and once you have these identified, you will get your baby laughing in minutes! Here are some things that might help you get your baby to chortle with glee every time.
1. Funny Sounds
Speaking in a strange voice can be amusing to your baby. Imitating a favourite cartoon character or holding your nostrils when talking can elicit a good deal of laughter over and over again. Certain sounds such as slurping, hiccups, chomping, imitating a car or motorbike revving up etc., can have a similar effect on the baby.
2. Eskimo Kisses
Rubbing your nose against your baby’s gently is sure to be greeted by a few giggles every time. Physical contact with baby is also a way of bonding with your child. Quite a few babies are likely to want an encore about 100 times each day!
3. The Peeking Game
This has been a favourite with babies from time immemorial. Simply put up your hands in front of your face and say “peek”. Then move your hands or peek at them saying “boo”. Or you can also hide behind furniture and surprise baby when he or she comes looking for you. Knowing that you are going to pop up from behind whatever is obstructing the view can keep your baby engrossed for a long while.
4. Photos of Babies
Smiling faces of other children are likely to evoke a similar response from your little one. Pictures of babies being naughty or dressed in costumes are also likely to set off your baby on a laughter riot.
5. Make Some Noise
What seems like noise to us might actually seem like music to your baby! Just the sound of paper ripping can be enough to set off some babies while others start off when they hear the sound of power tools such as a hand drill or small saw. So find some old newspapers or a handy tool and get ready for some laughs from your little one.
6. Tickles All the Way
Of all the things that make babies laugh, tickles win hands down. An added advantage is that it is a fun activity for you too. Some babies have a few ticklish spots on their body while the slightest touch can set others off. So, find what sets off your baby and get ready for some laughs.
7. This Little Piggy
The interactive ‘This Little Piggy’ story game where you run your fingers along baby’s hand and arm is sure to become a favourite soon. Tell baby about the five little pigs as you count on baby’s fingers and start up the arm ending in tickles. After the first time, the anticipation of what is about to happen will be enough to have baby giggling even as you start.
8. Soft Toy Fun
You can try some play-acting with soft toys to make your baby laugh while telling a story at the same time. Or you can just use the soft toys to tickle your child and keep them giggling. Make sure the soft toys you use are hypoallergenic and lightweight so baby can handle them as well. Include toys of different colours, shapes, and sizes to bring in some variety every time.
9. Find Some Live Animals
If you are thinking about what makes babies laugh, then animals need to be near the top of your list. If you have pets at home, then you do not have to think too much. Just get baby to watch the antics of your pets for a while and soon the laughter will start. Soon, it will become a daily routine for baby. And if you do not have pets at home, just take the baby out into the yard or for a walk and point out the dogs, cats, and birds. This way you can also start teaching baby to appreciate nature at an early age.
10. Play the Munching Game
Babies of all ages love to be cuddled and snuggled. Physical contact is an essential part of bonding with your child and you can make use of it to have your baby in peals of laughter. As you cuddle your little one, say that you are going to eat up that little finger and pretend to chomp off the finger with soft touches of your lips. This type of munching is a hit with babies of all ages and even older children.
11. Turn on the Silliness
Babies find it funny when things are out of the ordinary. So, doing something silly like placing a funny hat on your baby’s head or your own is bound to amuse your munchkin. Jumping like a monkey or walking in a funny manner is also sure to have your baby in fits of laughter.
12. Recruit Siblings
Spending time with siblings is something that keeps babies happy at all times. They tend to find everything that their older brother or sister does really funny. All the sibling needs to do is be themselves! Babies are often happy watching their sibling play, dance, or sing and likely to break out into laughter every now and then at their antics. If there is no sibling, then cousins and the neighbourhood kids will also do just fine!
13. Chasing Game
If your baby is crawling around, then a chasing game might be the sure-fire way to get some laughs. Get down on your hands and knees saying, “I’m coming to get you” and watch your little one chuckle with delight and speed up on all fours across the house. The game of pretending to ‘catch’ never gets old when it comes to babies.
14. Be a Copycat
It is said that imitation is the best form of flattery. When it comes to babies, read that as ‘the best form of entertainment’. Simply keep copying your baby’s actions, facial expressions, hand movements, and sounds for uninterrupted moments of laughter and joy.
15. Get Some Exercise
Put your baby on his back and slowly stretch out an arm and a leg, preferably from opposite sides. Then, move those limbs back towards the chest. Repeat with the other set of limbs and see how your baby responds. While the baby is on his back, hold both legs with your hands and move them in an air pedalling motion. This also helps get rid of any excess gas that baby has while keeping him happy and giggling. You can also get the baby some exercise by sitting him on your knee and bouncing him up and down like riding a pretend horse.
Making a baby laugh is not just fun, it is also a good way of spending some quality time bonding with your child one-on-one. And it is not just the baby who will be having all the fun; seeing your baby have a good time makes it a memorable and enjoyable occasion for you too. No better way to forget all the stress and chaos of a busy day than to hear some shrieks of happiness from your bundle of joy!
NOTE: This information is just a guide and not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified professional.
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A baby can get sick due to numerous environmental reasons or internal body function problems. One key aspect of measuring health is monitoring the baby’s internal body temperature. Much like an adult’s body, if the temperature goes out of control your baby could have a heat stroke. In these circumstances, if you aren’t careful, your baby could suffer grave consequences. One of the first steps to combating this condition is understanding it.
What is Heat Stroke?
A human body has a regulated internal temperature, this keeps the blood flowing, organs healthy and helps keep you fit. Your baby’s body is still growing but it still has an automated system to keep the temperature in check and a system for cooling down. When this system is compromised, your baby is at risk of an unregulated rise in body temperature. This can be extremely dangerous and potentially fatal. When your baby’s body begins to overheat beyond their control and doesn’t cool down it is known as a heat stroke.
Causes of Heat Stroke in Infants
A key aspect of fighting a heat stroke is to understand the causes of a heat stroke, a few of these include
Dehydration
Extremely high external temperature
Malnutrition
Stuffy or suffocating clothing
Lack of oxygen in hot environments.
To learn more about the causes of your baby’s heat stroke visit your closest doctor.
Signs and Symptoms of Heat Stroke
Beyond understanding the causes of a heat stroke, it is also extremely important to understand how to identify if your baby is having a heat stroke. Here are some of the symptoms of baby overheating:
A fever that is above 103 degrees Fahrenheit in which your baby does not sweat is one of the signs of a heat stroke. In Celsius, this temperature would be above 39 degrees.
If your baby is extremely tired or fatigued for long periods of time in the summer months or after spending time in a hot room, they could be having a heat stroke.
If you suspect your child of having a heat stroke, ensure you check their pulse for one minute, if it is rapid then it could be a sign of a heat stroke.
If your child has skin that is burning hot and is red and dry, they could be symptoms of a heat stroke.
Dizziness or disorientation is a sign of a heat stroke, especially in hotter temperatures
It is important to understand that other symptoms could manifest in the forms of headaches, restlessness, vomiting or even your child losing consciousness. If these symptoms are relevant to your baby, please see a doctor immediately.
Treatment for Heat Exhaustion
It is highly recommended that you call an ambulance and have your baby checked at the nearest hospital in case of a serious heat stroke. Here are a few things you can do for minor heat strokes:
Dress your baby in loose clothing
Have them lay under a fan or indoors in a room with air conditioning
Pat down their forehead and shoulders with a cold wet cloth
Put them in an ice bath
For further information regarding treating minor heat strokes, contact your primary care physician.
Prevention of Heat Stroke in Babies
It can be extremely difficult to predict heat exhaustion in babies. Here are a few ways to avoid them:
Dress your baby in loose clothing
Keep them indoors if it is especially hot outside
Keep them hydrated
Ensure you expose your child to warmer or hotter weather gradually
Limit the time they spend outdoors during the peak of the afternoons
Sit with them in a room with fans and air conditioning
Avoid spicy foods during the hotter periods of the year
Heat strokes can be extremely dangerous if precautions aren’t taken. Talk to your doctor about the steps you need to take to avoid a heat stroke for your baby. Remember, prevention is the best cure.
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Every seed has a healthy story to tell. On your journey to fitness, bring on board these healthy seeds that can give you a string of body benefits you can't ignore!
Many seeds come with nutritional benefits, but there are some exceptional ones that pack a special punch. These seeds are best consumed raw rather than roasted or coated. Soak them, grind them or mash them, but make sure you eat them if you want to reap the health benefits of seeds.
6 Mighty Seeds to Give you a New Lease of Life
1. Chia seeds
Imagine getting double and triple times more protein, antioxidants, iron, calcium, omega -3 fatty acids, fibre and vitamins from just one serving of chia seeds? Yes, that's how awesome they are! If consumed daily in your diet, they help with weight loss, ease joint pains, boost energy and most importantly, prevent the dreaded heart disease and diabetes.
2. Pumpkin seeds
Rich in fibre, minerals, anti-oxidants, vitamins and essential amino acids, pumpkins are cultivated in many places solely for their seeds. These seeds, with the most protein, are equally rich in Vitamin B too. Their benefits extend further to lowering cholesterol levels in blood, preventing kidney stones and even fighting depression. How? Well, the presence of amino acids like tryptophan goes a long way in boosting your mood.
3. Pomegranate seeds
One of the richest sources of antioxidants, pomegranate seeds come with numerous health benefits. From fighting free radicals that cause premature ageing to increasing oxygen levels in blood, from boosting immunity to reducing the risk of cancer and heart disease, pomegranate seeds top the list of best seeds for health. They also have the added advantage of being sweet and juicy so add them to salads now!
4. Hemp seeds
Highly nutritious and packed with protein, hemp seeds are a must pick among healthy seeds to eat. They are also high in fibre that helps with gastrointestinal and heart disease, overall cardiovascular health and keeping inflammation at bay. Know what's best? Thanks to their omega-3 and 6 fatty acid content, they give you healthy hair and skin too!
5. Sesame seeds
They have been traditionally used in the kitchen for their nutritive, preventive and curative properties. Remember everyone's favourite hamburger buns and breads? But beyond flavouring, these seeds also have high amounts of protein, dietary fibre, fats and dietary minerals like manganese, magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc. These nutrients are known to lower cholesterol, prevent high blood pressure and stop liver damage.
6. Cumin seeds
Cumin seeds have also long been used for their flavour in cuisines of different cultures and also for their medicinal properties. The high content of iron present in cumin seeds protects your liver from damage. Their health benefits also include aiding digestion, relieving symptoms of common colds, soothing a sore throat, alleviating chronic fever, reducing swelling and preventing heart disease.
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation or CPR is one practice that most parents should know. It can be a lifesaver and reduce the chances of permanent damage in case the child stops breathing. CPR combines chest compressions and rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation) to great effect, and which can be used to save your child's life.
The best method to learn the techniques of CPR would be to take an official course. Its importance cannot be understated, as it can help you save your child and others, if ever necessary. However, for everybody who cannot learn CPR officially, here are the various necessities and techniques for CPR that can come handy.
What is CPR?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation or CPR is an emergency procedure carried out to deliver oxygen to the brain if the patient stops breathing suddenly. The procedure involves pressing down on the chest area hard (chest compressions) and delivering air to the body through mouth-to-mouth resuscitation (rescue breaths). If done in the correct manner, CPR delivers air and oxygen to the brain and other vital organs, until medical help arrives or your child recovers.
In most cases, CPR is done if the child gets affected by cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest occurs as a result of some kind of injury or illness and is rarely an indication of any underlying heart disease. In most common cases, the heart stops beating if the patient has been drowning, suffocating, electrocuted, poisoned or if he is affected by any allergic reactions.
Why Your Child Might Need CPR?
Here are some of the reasons why your child might need emergency resuscitation, some of which are given here:
Choking
Drowning
Electrical shock
Excessive bleeding
Head trauma or other serious injuries
Lung disease
Poisoning
Suffocation
Which Symptoms Indicate Need of CPR in Kids?
Generally, there are a few symptoms which point towards the necessity of CPR in the situation.
The child is not breathing
The child has no pulse or no heartbeat
The child has passed out and is struggling to breathe
Things to Keep in Mind Before Giving Child CPR
The first step is to make sure that the surroundings of the child are safe and secure before starting the procedure. In the case of children, you have to tap on their shoulder and shout 'Are you okay?' to check if there is any response from the child. Ensure that he needs help, before proceeding with resuscitation. In the case of infants, the best way to elicit a response would be to flick the bottom of the foot and see if they respond.
Get professional medical help, or call for an ambulance or the paramedics. This has to be done before starting the procedure so that the professionals arrive at the time you finish your procedure. Even if the child has already responded to your shouting or flicking, you need to get the help of medical professionals to ensure that the child is alright and not prone to unconsciousness again.
Open the airway of the child (remove any blockage if the child is choking). Make the child lie on his back, and then lift the chin and tilt the head back slightly.
Check whether the child is breathing. Keep your ear close to the mouth, and check whether the child is breathing for ten seconds. The main point to note is that occasional gasps are not considered breathing; however, in the case of infants, periodic breathing is the norm and changes in breathing pattern are a normal occurrence.
Deliver two rescue breaths. Cover the mouth and nose (in case of infants) or just the mouth (in case of children) and breathe into the child's mouth to make the chest rise.
Begin CPR, if the baby does not respond to the rescue breaths.
How Should You Perform CPR on Your Child?
Here are the child CPR steps that will show you how to give CPR to a child
Kneel beside the baby, and push hard and fast on the chest. Place the heel of one hand on the centre of the chest, and the heel of the other hand on top of the heel. Lace your fingers, and begin the compressions. The ideal depth is around two inches, and thirty compressions are to be made. In case of infants, use two fingers and deliver compressions that are around 1.5 inches deep.
Give two rescue breaths to the child after the compressions, to check for any signs of life. Make a seal over the mouth and the nose or just the mouth with your mouth, and blow twice into the airway to make the chest rise.
If the child shows signs of life like breathing, stop CPR and wait for professional help. Otherwise, continue CPR until the child starts breathing, or trained help arrives to help you out.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is something that all parents must know, as it can be a real lifesaver for your child. If the child has been the victim of an accident or an allergy and stops breathing, you have to remember to call for professional help and then administer CPR until the child breathes on his own.
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इस समूह के सभी पाठकों को मेरा प्रणाम और आप लोग मेरे सभी लेख, कविताएं और कहानियां पढ़ने में भी अपनी दिलचस्पी दिखा रहे हैं, उसके लिए तहेदिल से शुक्रिया अदा करती हूँ और आज फिर हाजिर हूँ, आपके साथ शेयर कर रहीं हूँ कुछ भुली-बिसरी बचपन की स्कूल की यादें ।
पुरानी यादें दिल में समाई हुई रहती हैं, जी हाँ पाठकों और उन अच्छी यादों को संजीवनी के रूप में यादगार बनाने के साथ ही साथ सभी के साथ साझा करना चाहूंगी ।
जी हाँ पाठकों बात उस समय की है जब मैं तीसरी कक्षा में पढ़ती थी । हमारे स्कूल का नाम था "साकेत शिशु मंदिर" जो अपने नाम से ही प्रसिद्ध विद्यार्जन का मंदिर था । ठीक स्कूल के सामने राम मंदिर था और मंदिर के समीप ही सभागार का निर्माण किया गया था ताकि स्कूल के सभी बच्चे एक साथ भोजन ग्रहण कर सकें । हमारी शिक्षिकाओं ने हमें भोजन ग्रहण करने के पूर्व श्लोक बोलना भी सिखाया था और फिर भोजन ग्रहण करते थे ।
इसीलिए तो हमेशा कहा जाता है कि सर्वप्रथम माता-पिता और प्रथम पाठशाला में जो प्रारंभिक शिक्षा और संस्कार सिखाए जाते हैं वह हमारे कुशल व्यक्तित्व में समाहित होते हैं और वह ज्ञान कभी भी भुलाया नहीं जा सकता है । यही ज्ञान हमारी उत्तरोत्तर प्रगति में सहायक सिद्ध होता है ।
जी हाँ पाठकों! उस जमाने में बच्चों को घर से स्कूल लाने-ले जाने के लिए स्कूल की तरफ से मिनीबस या वेन की व्यवस्था आसानी से उपलब्ध नहीं हो पाती थी और ना ही मोबाइल फोन उपलब्ध थे । अतः बच्चों की सुरक्षा व्यवस्था के लिए स्कूल की तरफ से ही बाई के रूप में आया उपलब्ध कराई जाती थी । उस आया का काम था, हमें रोज सुबह 7:30 बजे घर से लेकर जाना और स्कूल की 12:30 पर छुट्टी होने के पश्चात घर पालकों तक सुरक्षित पहुँचाना था, "उस आया का नाम था रामश्री" । मेरे साथ ज्योती और असलम पढ़ते थे, हम लोग रोज उस रामश्री आया के साथ ही स्कूल जाते और घर आते थे । फिर हम तीनो चौथी-पांचवी कक्षा के बाद अकेले ही स्कूल जाने लगे ।
उस समय पिताजी की कमाई से ही सभी घर खर्च की पूर्ति की जाती थी और माँ घर के सभी काम-काज पूर्ण रूप से करती थी । फिर हम आया रामश्री के साथ स्कूल जाते थे तो माता-पिता भी निश्चिंत होकर अपने कार्य करते थे और स्कूल की भी बच्चे की सुरक्षा व्यवस्था की पूर्ण रूप से जवाबदारी होती थी ।
आप लोग सोच रहे होंगे कि मैं यह सब क्यों शेयर कर रही हूँ तो बात कुछ यूं थी कि हम लोग रोज उस रामश्री आया के साथ आते-जाते थे, तो एक अनोखा रिश्ता बन गया था और वह हमेशा कहती थी कि बेटा जब स्कूल का अंतिम दिन होगा, "उस दिन तुम तीनों को मेरे घर जरूर चलना होगा" । और यह बात हम लोग अपनी माताओं को बताना भूल गए, परीक्षा का समय निकट था सो अध्ययन में जुट गए ।
आखिरकार वह दिन भी आ ही गया स्कूल की सभी परीक्षाएं समाप्त हो गई थी और सभी शिक्षक-शिक्षिकाओं ने स्कूल में फेरवल रखी थी ।
अब भैय्या फेरवल के लिए तैयार होकर गये हम तीनों स्कूल और फेरवल के कार्यक्रम में भी देर हो गई । उस समय फोन भी उपलब्ध नहीं थे तो घर पर सूचित करने का कोई माध्यम ही नहीं था । उसी समय रामश्री आया जो है हमें बोली कि "तुम लोग आज ही मेरे घर चलोगे और मैंने तुम लोगों के लिए खाने की तैयारी कर ली है तो हम लोग उन्हें मना नहीं कर सकते थे " क्यों कि उनकी तरफ से हमारे लिए यही यादगार उपहार दिया गया था ।
फिर गए हम सभी रामश्री आया के घर और घर में कदम रखते ही बहुत ही सादगीपूर्ण वातावरण में अपनी दोनों बहुओं से मिलवाया । उस समय हमको इतनी समझ नहीं थी पर अब उस प्यारे से रिश्ते की याद बनी हुई है और अभी समझा कि कितने सौहाद्रपूर्ण तरीके से एक सास का रिश्ता अपनी बहुओं के साथ टिका हुआ था "काश कि ऐसी सास जैसी सोच सभी की हो तो कितना अच्छा" जबकि उसके दोनों बेटे बाहर नौकरी करते थे, उसके बावजूद भी रामश्री आया ने अपनी बहुओं के साथ बेटी जैसा व्यवहार करते हुए अपने पोते-पोतियोंं की भी देखरेख कर रही थी और साथ ही हमारे स्कूल में पढ़ा भी रही थी उनको, यह तारीफे काबिल है । उस जमाने में भी ऐसी सोच और " आज ये स्थिति है कि पढे-लिखे लोग भी ऐसा व्यवहार कम ही बरकरार रख पाते हैं" । इसीलिए कहते हैं न छोटे लोग नहीं छोटी तो सोच है ।
अरे मैंने रामश्री आया के घर खाने का जिक्र तो किया ही नहीं, बताऊं उन्होंने अपनी बहुओं की सहायता से हमारे लिए गाजर का हलवा, दाल-बाटी, लहसून की चटनी और बेंगन का भर्ता बनाया था विशेष रूप से, तो फिर हमें खाने का आनंद लेना ही पड़ा और कोई इतने प्यार से आग्रह के साथ खिलाए और हम ना खाएं, यह तो हो नहीं सकता न । " ये वह यादगार पल जिन्हें हम अपने दिल में अभी तक संजीवनी के रूप में संजोए हुए है" ।
फेरवल के मस्त समापन समारोह के साथ रामश्री आया के यहाँ बने भोजन का मजेदार जायका लेते हुए घर पहुंचे, शाम के 7 बज रहे थे, अब तो हमें लगा कि हमारी खैर नहीं । माता-पिता बहुत चिंता कर रहे थे, पर रामश्री आया ने पूर्ण सुरक्षा व्यवस्था के साथ हमें माता-पिता के पास पहुंचाया, तो यह होता है अटूट विश्वास जो उस समय हमारे माता-पिता को रामश्री आया पर पूर्ण रूप से था और उसने भी अपनी जिम्मेदारी बखूबी निभाई, जिसकी याद अभी तक जीवित है और सदा ही रहेगी ।
तो फिर अपनी आख्या के माध्यम से बताइएगा ज़रूर कि आपको मेरे यादगार पल कैसे लगे ।
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