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10 Easy Lantern Making Ideas for Kids
Lantern-making is a fun activity to get your kids’ creative juices flowing and to build excitement for Diwali. It’s also a great way to get children involved in decorating the house for Diwali, as they proudly see their hand-made lanterns hanging high and bright. Here is an article on 10 easy lantern-making ideas for kids.
What Is the Significance of Akash Kandil During Diwali?
Lanterns or akash kandils are a significant part of Diwali across India. The windows and doors of each house are lit by bright lights and decorations, at the centre of which you’ll see a beautiful lantern. But, why do people hang an akash kandil during Diwali? These are essentially a symbol of light, with the main idea being to eliminate any darkness and bring forth happiness in everyone’s life. The lantern also symbolises Krishna’s victory over the demon Narakasura, and is a form of celebration and happiness. While you can easily buy a beautiful akash kandil from the store, making one with your kid is an even better experience, as you can bond and prepare for the festival of lights together.
Hand-Made Lantern Ideas for Children
Listed below are easy lanterns that children of all ages can make. You can make these together with your child as a fun bonding activity. If you’re wondering how to make a lantern, here are 10 different types of lanterns and easy-to-follow instructions on making them.
1. Foam Lantern
Making Chinese/ foam lanterns is extremely easy, and can even be made by preschoolers. Here’s how to make a foam lantern at home.
What You Will Need
Foam sheets (of two different colours)
A stapler
Scissors
A ruler and pencil
2 clothespins
How to Do
Cut a rectangular piece of one foam sheet.
Then, roll it into a cylindrical shape and secure the edges with two clothespins to make the inner foam piece.
Cut a rectangular piece of the second coloured foam sheet (this piece should be 2 inches longer, vertically).
Fold it horizontally and cut slits along the folded side. Stop at least 1 centimeter away from both edges.
Draw lines using a ruler and a pencil to mark where the cuts should be, if your child is doing the cutting work. This will be the outer foam piece.
Now, it’s time to place the outer and inner foam pieces together.
First, join the top of the foam pieces by stapling them together (you will see that the outer foam piece is longer than the inner foam piece).
Then, join the bottom of the foam pieces by stapling them together (you will notice that the outer foam piece will balloon a bit at the centre, where the slits have been made).
Lastly, cut out a thin, long strip to make the handle of the lantern and staple it onto the lantern.
2. Pyramid Lanterns
These lanterns look beautiful and will light up your home during Diwali or a fun get-together.
What You Will Need
Paper
A pencil
A ruler
Colour pencils
Sketch pens
A paper puncher
Tape
A battery-operated candle
How to Do
Draw a triangle on a piece of paper and cut it out. This is your template.
Ask your child to colour a sheet of paper.
Using the template, draw four triangles attached to each other on the back-side of the coloured sheet.
Cut out the these four triangles together (do not separate them).
Tape the ends together.
Punch some holes in the pyramid or cut out any small shapes of your choice.
Place the paper pyramid on top of the battery operated candle.
3. Table Jar Lantern
This is probably one of the easiest lantern crafts for children to make all by themselves.
What You Will Need
A glass Jar
Glue
A brush for the glue
Colourful paper (origami paper, streamers, tissue papers work best)
Candles
A scissor
A battery-operated candle
How to Do
Cut the paper into different sized strips.
Using a brush, cover the outside of the jar with glue.
Then, start sticking the paper strips on the jar, one after the other.
Use more glue wherever required to stick strips in a way that they overlap each other.
Continue sticking until the entire jar is covered with the paper strips.
Once you finish, dab a layer of glue on the entire jar, on top of the glued on paper strips, and leave it to dry overnight.
In the evenings, place the candle inside the jar and light it up.
4. Paper Lanterns
This basic paper lantern for kids will brighten up your Diwali night. Here’s how to make a paper lamp at home.
What You Will Need
Card stock (any dark colour)
Tissue paper/ streamers (2-3 different colours)
A pencil or pen
A stationary knife
Scissors
Glue
A battery operated candle
How to Do
Decide on the size of your lantern and cut a rectangle shape from the card stock sheet.
Now, fold the rectangle equally in three folds, so that when we fold it, it becomes a triangle.
Now, draw a design on the middle portion of the card stock (any design that is easy for the child).
Using a stationery knife, cut out the design. Help your child do this if he is too young.
Then, using glue, stick the different coloured tissue papers on the inner side of the lamp.
Put glue along the extra bit of the card stock and paste the other side of the card stock to it.
5. Sphere Lantern
The sphere lantern is super easy and can make for nice decor in your child’s room or your balcony during Diwali. Here’s how to make an akash kandil in a sphere shape.
What You Will Need
2 – 3, thin, coloured chart paper sheets.
Glue
A thumb pin
A ribbon
Scissors
How to Do
Decide on the size of your lantern and cut different coloured strips of paper.
Arrange the strips, one on top of the other, alternating between each colour.
Attach them with a thumb pin at one end of the strips by putting glue on the prickly side of the pin.
Follow the same on the other side too and spread the strips to form a sphere shape.
Tie a ribbon on top so that it can be hung.
6. Kiddy Lantern
This is a great opportunity for your child to be as creative as possible while making a kandil for Diwali.
What You Will Need
Coloured paper of A4 size
A thin cardboard
Paints
A scissor
A pencil
Glue
Double-sided tape
Regular tape
Old artwork (optional)
How to Do
Starting from one corner of the paper, make diagonal folds till the end.
Unfold the paper and repeat the same from the opposite corner (there will diamond shape formations in the paper).
Roll the paper and paste the sides with double-sided tape.
Using the circle of the base of the lantern, cut out a circle from the cardboard.
Fix this circular cardboard at the bottom, with double sided tape.
Put a regular tape on two opposite sides of the opening and punch a hole, so that the paper does not tear.
Insert a string through the holes and tie the ends.
Decorate the outer side of the lamp by sticking artwork or painting it.
7. Plastic Bottle Lantern
This beautiful lantern can be made from throwaway plastic bottles. It’s a great way to re-use plastic that would otherwise be thrown away as waste.
What You Will Need
A big plastic bottle with a round bottom
Glue
A brush
Origami paper/tissue paper
Scissors
A pencil
A stationery knife
Strings
Coloured tapes (3-4 types)
A battery-operated candle
How to Do
Cut off the bottle top with a stationery knife.
Fold the sheet of paper into a small square and draw a circle.
Then cut out the circle in such a way that you get many circle cut outs in one go.
Cut the other coloured paper in different shapes.
Then, apply glue on the bottle and start pasting the paper cut outs on it.
Once you are finished, apply a final coating of glue on top of it and let it dry overnight.
Cut 5-6 strings, about 20” long, and stick strips of washi tapes around the strings, leaving some space in between. Also, cut the tape at the ends for a flag shape.
Make small holes on the opening of the lantern and tie the strings to it.
Now bring all the strings together and tie them up.
Place a battery-operated candle inside it and hang the lamp.
8. Plastic Cup Lantern
Try this easy and fun way of turning a plastic glass into a lantern. This is another great way to use things you find at home to make a sky lantern.
What You Will Need
A transparent plastic glass
Acrylic paint or permanent markers
A paper puncher
String
A battery-operated candle
How to Do
Make designs on the glass with markers or paint.
Make two holes on opposite sides at the top of the glass.
Insert a string through the holes and tie it up.
Place a battery-operated candle inside it and hang it.
9. Owl Lantern
This is a cute, easy-to-make lantern that will make any child happy.
What You Will Need
Round, ready made, plain paper lamp
Chart paper and printed paper
Glue
Scissors
Sketch Pen
A pencil
How to Do
Cut out big, round eyes, legs, ears, nose, and wings of an owl from the chart paper.
Then, trace the wings on the printed sheet and cut it out.
Paste the printed paper wings onto the chart paper wings.
Draw two small circles inside the eyes and colour the nose and legs.
Now, paste all of them on the lantern.
10. Painted Round Paper Lanterns
This is a cheap and easy do-it-yourself lantern which can be made at home. Your child is sure to have a lot of fun with this.
What You Will Need
Round, ready-made, plain paper lamp
A toothbrush
Paint
A palette
How to Do
Take some paint and add some water.
Paint the entire lantern with different colours.
Your child can mix different colours and be as creative as possible.
The above lantern ideas are easy and can be made by kids without any hassle. However, parental guidance is required while using scissors or a knife. Once your child has finished making the lantern, you can display it in your house for visitors to see!
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Top 50 Armenian Last Names or Surnames
Choosing a surname can be tough. Some families decide to go with their existing family names, but others want a cool name. Some of these surnames in our list sound super cool and will definitely make you stand out! Armenian last names sound fun and cool and yet have depth and meaning as well. Here are 50 of the best Armenian last names or surnames for you to browse through.
50 Popular Armenian Surnames or Family Names with Meanings
1. Abajian
Abajian is one of the more typical Armenian last names. It has origins in Turkish culture. It refers to a “maker or seller of coarse, woolen garments.” Abajian is the Armenian patronymic form of the Turkish abaci.
2. Abrahamyan
This is the Armenian variant of the Biblical name Abraham. In Armenian, the name means “son of Abraham.”
3. Adamyan
Much like the name above, this name comes from the popular name Adam. In Armenian, it means “son of Adam.”
4. Agassi
The surname is popular among Assyrians, Babylonians, and even Persians. It is a patronymic surname for a person that resembles a magpie. You may know this name through Andre Agassi, the retired tennis player.
5. Alexanian
This is the patronymic form of the name Alexis. The name Alexis has Greek roots meaning “protector of mankind.”
6. Arabian
This Armenian last name comes from the ethnic group of Arabs. It means “son of Arab.”
7. Arutyunyan
Patronymic from the Armenian personal name Arutyun. This name means “resurrection.”
8. Atamian
This is the Armenian variation of Adamian, which comes from the Hebrew name Adam, meaning Earth.
9. Avagyan
Avagyan means “son of Avag”. Avak is of Armenian origin and means “senior/chief/elder.”
10. Azarian
The surname comes from the Turkish name Azar, meaning “March.”
11. Bagdasarian
It means “son of Bagdasar,” a popular Armenian name and a variant of the name “Baltazar.” It means “protect the king.”
12. Balian
Bal in Turkish means “lord.” This Armenian rendition of the name means "son of the lord.”
13. Barsamian
This is an alternative spelling of the Armenian last name “Parsamyan,” which means “son of Parsam,” with Assyrian roots meaning “fasting.”
14. Barseghyan
It refers to “son of Barsegh”. The name has Ancient Greek roots and means “master/chief.”
15. Bogosian
This is a patronymic from the name Bolos, which is an Armenian variant of the name Paul.
16. Boyajyan
Boyajyan is an Armenian last name, which means “son of the painter.”
17. Danielian
Meaning “son of Daniel,” this Armenian surname has roots in Hebrew culture. Daniel means, “God is my strength.”
18. Derian
This is a patronymic for the Armenian “ter,” which translates to “lord.” So, the name means “son of the lord.”
19. Donabedian
Also patronymic, this name comes from the classical Armenian “tonapet,” meaning “head of a festival.”
20. Dorian
Although it has Greek origins, it is one of the more common Armenian surnames. It means “sea.”
21. Garabedian
Meaning “son of Garabed.” Garabed is a Western Armenian name, and it means “leader.”
22. Galstyan
It is an Armenian surname that means “son of Galust.”
23. Gasparian
Patronymic of the Armenian name Gaspar, which in turn comes from the name Kaspar, which is Persian for “keeper of the treasure.”
24. Georgian
This is the Americanized version of Gurjian, a patronymic from an ethnic name for somebody from Georgia, a region in the Caucasus.
25. Gevorgyan
Gevorg is the Armenian form of the name George. Gevorgyan means “son of George/Gevorg”.
26. Gharibian
In Turkish, Gharib means "stranger" or "impoverished person," and this surname seems to have those roots. It means “son of Gharib”.
27. Ghasabyan
Meaning “son of Ghasab.” Ghasab in Armenian means butcher. This name has Arabic roots.
28. Grigoryan
Meaning “son of Grigor,” this is a popular Armenian family name. Grigor is the Armenian rendition of the name Gregory. It is also the name of the patron saint of Armenia.
29. Hagopian
This means “son of Hagop,” which is Armenian for Jacob. The name Jacob has Latin roots, which in turn comes from the Hebrew "Yakov."
30. Hayrapetyan
It means “son of Hayrapet” in Armenian.
31. Hovanesian
This surname is the Armenian variant of Ohaniesian, which comes from the Armenian first name Yovhannēs, which is a rendition of the name John.
32. Hovsepian
It means “son of Hovsep,” an Armenian version of the name Joseph.
33. Hovhannisyan
Meaning “son of Hovhannes,” it is an Armenian rendition of the name Johannes.
34. Jamgochian
It has roots in Armenian and Iranian cultures. It comes from an occupational name for a muezzin.
35. Kalajian
Patronymic from the occupational name Kalaci, which means “merchant,” is often used across families in Armenia.
36. Kasabian
This is the Armenian version of the name Ghasabyan, meaning “son of the butcher.”
37. Krikorian
This is an Armenian rendition of the name Grigoryan, meaning “son of Grigor.”
38. Manoukian
A popular surname that means “son of Manuk,” this means “child.”
39. Martirosyan
This name is of Western Armenian origin and means 'son of a martyr' in Armenian.
40. Mushyan
This is a habitational (location-based) surname that refers to people from the Armenian town of Mushi.
41. Nalbandian
This name has Persian origins and means “son of a farrier.”
42. Nazaretyan
This name means “son of Nazareth,” the town where Jesus lived.
43. Nersesian
This is a surname derived from the Armenian personal name Nerses. It used to be a name borne by patriarchs of the Armenian church.
44. Panossian
It is an alternate way to spell Panosyan, which means “son of Panos,” having Greek origins. Panos means “all holy.”
45. Papasian
The surname means “son of papas,” which means “father.”
46. Petrosyan
Meaning “son of Petros,” it is the Armenian version of the name Peter. Peter has Greek roots, and the name means “stone.”
47. Sargsyan
Sargis is the Armenian form of the name Sergius, which means “servant.”
48. Tarpinian
Meaning “son of Darbin,” which is an alternative way to spell Tarpin. The name means “blacksmith.”
49. Torosian
This Armenian surname means “son of Toros.” Toros is the Armenian version of the name Theodore. Theodore has Greek roots and means “gift of God.”
50. Vardanyan
Vardan means “rose” in Armenian. This surname, therefore, means “son of rose.”
Armenian names sound unique and cool. Many of these last names might sound vintage, but they definitely don’t get old. Be sure to choose the right surname, as it will go down in history for future generations. It can be challenging and confusing with many options, but try to narrow it down to your favorites! We hope our Armenian surnames list has given you a good idea of what is available out there for you to adopt for your family! Read more
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5 Types of Rainy Footwear for Kids That Could Prove Lifesaving This Monsoon
The rains can be a glorious time for kids and adults alike if you are up for experiencing the small joys of life! Most of us have a few “rain stories” that we remember fondly, whether it is getting soaked with our friends on the first shower of the season, sailing paper boats in rain streams, or even a romantic date in the rain. To help your little ones make the best of the season and create their own rainy memories, ensure they are well-protected and comfy – from their head down to their tiny feet!
With the aroma of freshly roasted corn filling the air, the cool breeze giving us some respite from the tropical heat, and the cozy feeling of cuddling with your loved ones indoors while snacking on some crispy pakodas, what's not to love about the monsoon! And because the rains evoke such childlike joy in us, we'd want our kids to experience the rains in all their glory too, right? But first, we'd have to “rain-proof” them enough! Raincoats provide the best protection from the rain, ensuring that your child's chest, arms, legs and head remain dry and protected. But what about their precious little feet?
Rain-Time Infections in Kids & How They Spread
The monsoon time, for all its beauty, is ripe with infections of all kinds too. And more often than not, our children are vulnerable to contracting these infections. This is because their immune system is still developing. They are also likelier to spend time outdoors, splashing about in puddles, and getting their feet wet in stagnant rain-water. Many dangerous infections in monsoon spread through feet.
Some of the infections that children are at risk of contracting during rains include:
Leptospirosis - a bacterial infection that spreads widely during the monsoon in India. This is a disease that is passed on from animals and spreads if contaminated water is ingested or if you walk through floodwaters that have been contaminated. It can lead to high fever, bleeding and vomiting
Athlete's foot - caused by common fungi called candida. It leads to itchy patches on the feet, discoloured toenails and splitting of nails
Worsened eczema - a common skin condition marked by itchy and inflamed patches of skin.
Dangers like fungal infections, typhoid and hepatitis
Scabies - caused by parasitic mites. Leads to painful and severe itching as well as rashes
The above infections can not only mar the joy of the season but also become very serious threats to your child's health. This makes it critical for us as parents to protect the most vulnerable and exposed part of their bodies - the feet.
Many of these start out with symptoms that are minor, and therefore go unnoticed or ignored, posing a threat of serious complications.
How to Choose The Best Rain Shoes for Your Child
There are multiple options in both branded and unbranded quality footwear for your little one to go out during the rains. It’s all about picking up the right pair. For your convenience, we've listed notes on the ideal rain shoes for children and how to go about buying the perfect pair! Here's what you need to look for when picking the right pair of rain shoes for your child.
Waterproof Properties
This one is a no-brainer. Of course, the main purpose of rain footwear is that it keeps your child's feet dry or is at least of a material that dries quicker than normal footwear.
Durability
Rain shoes are mostly made from rubber to keep out water. Rubber outsoles are the most durable type and they tend to last long. They are quite resistant to mud, slush and pretty much anything icky that comes along with the rainy season! EVA foam outsoles too are workable for the rains.
Design
We know that in an ideal world, you'd go for the pretty designs over anything else – most of us would! But because this is more for your child's protection than fashion quotient, this is the last but definitely not the least important thing to look for. Fortunately, the market is filled with colourful, waterproof, durable shoes for your child so you won't have to compromise on design features while selecting something functional. You can have your child pick out their favourite colours and styles and if luck permits, they'll find their perfect cartoon character-themed shoes too!
Once you've kept the above checklist in place, think about the type of shoe to spend on. Remember, rain shoes last long but kids outgrow shoes quick too, so unless you want to splurge on a three-month pair and do the same drill again next year, it's important to know what your choices are.
Good Monsoon Shoes for Kids to Protect Against Infections
1. Gumboots
Gumboots are always our first preference. They meet the above checklist while also protecting your child against leptospirosis. To avoid the risk of monsoon diseases, it is best to make your child wear fully-covered shoes like gumboots during the rains.
What to look for: Choose 100% rubber boots that are soft and durable. These are the most flexible and easy for your little one to splash around in comfortably. Pick a size bigger so that it holds your child’s foot but also leaves some room for next year's growth spurt. But remember that if you buy boots that are too large, they will wear out faster too as your child's heels will keep brushing against the insides.
2. Rubber Loafers
Kids love wearing closed-toe rubber shoes, given the fact that they are easy to wear and take off, and they offers ample foot space when worn. Rubber material is a smart choice for your child, especially in the rainy season. They’re rain friendly and have an arch for ankle support, so you can be sure that they won’t come off when you’re child is walking or running.
What to look for: For the rainy season, it’s advised to go for the waterproof and water resistant materials. Choose the ones with inner support heel cups and thick soles to ride this season in comfort. Pick a pair that is slightly big, so that your child can comfortably wear them for a year or two. With these, you need not worry about colours and designs. They have a beautiful range of more than twenty colours with shade variants for each.
3. Sandals
This type of shoe scores as the next best on the list because they are so darn cute! They usually come in clear jelly-like glittery colours and feature supportive harnessing to your little one's feet. Apart from helping your little one splash around and feel the cool water, they also drain quickly and dry fast.
What to look for: A backstrap and gripped soles. Gripped soles offer good traction when your little one is running around on slippery surfaces or in puddles coated with moss. A backstrap will prevent the foot from slipping around inside the sandal
4. Floaters
The name itself is so rain-friendly. This style of rain-shoes was popular in the 90's and 2000's and has made its way to this generation’s closets too. Fashion-forward adults may not like to admit this but these shoes score high on functionality. They feature Velcro straps that can be adjusted to fit your child and usually have good traction on the soles.
What to look for: A good grip is essential in any pair of shoes you buy your child. Since this design holds your child's foot firmly, traction on the soles is what you should keep an eye out for.
5. Slippers
If your little one is still rain-shy and prefers spending most of her time indoors, slippers are not a bad option either. Slippers are made such that they do not absorb water once your child jumps in a puddle. Also, the sole is pretty sturdy, which reduces the chances of your child slipping when outdoors during the monsoon. You get various styles of slippers like thong-styles (two-bar slippers), mule style (open-back and covered toes), slippers with a back strap, etc.
What to look for: Slippers may not be the best choice for playing outdoors but with a supportive sole and good traction, there may be less chances of your child falling. However, under supervision, you can easily let you child splash around in them!
Caring for Rain Shoes
As much as we all love the comfort and durability of rubber shoes, they too, like any other pair of shoes need to be taken care of. Here are a few tips that will help your maintain a nice pair of monsoon shoes, given that they are done regularly.
Natural rubber shoes require little to no extra care to keep them in good condition. However, do clean the shoes after use to avoid dirt and grime from drying up on them.
Natural plant oils like olive oil are also helpful in cleaning.The suppleness of the rubber is preserved which in turn extends the life of the boots.
Don't let your child keep wet socks on, as they may spoil the insides of the shoes. It's always beneficial to carry an extra pair of socks during the monsoon.
No matter how much your child enjoys rubbing the soles of rubber shoes against the floor, avoid it. It can harm the sole of the footwear and they may not last long enough.
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Stages of Play - How to Help Children Develop Social Skills
Children love to play, and if you are thinking that your child is just doing something random to kill his time, well, that is not the case. A child can learn a great deal about imagination and creativity in various stages of life. It has also been proved and well documented that games play an important role in a child’s overall development. Let us acquaint you more with the concept of play as we discuss various stages of play and also talk about how it helps develop a child’s social skills.
Important Stages of Play in Your Child's Development
Every parent wants their child to grow up to be a responsible and well-adjusted adult, who should have meaningful friendships and relationships in his life. For this, we need to teach them about social skills. But how do you do that? The first thing to remember is that these skills are not genetic, i.e., your child is not born with them, hence your child will need to acquire these skills. And you can help a great deal in helping your child to achieve the same. Here are the important stages of play and the ages associated with it.
1. Unoccupied Play
This stage usually begins from birth until your baby is two years of age.
How it Helps
Have you ever seen your little munchkin just lying there and doing nothing? Well, for you he may just be lying around, but in reality, he tries to observe the things around him. It may appear that babies or young children do not do much, but they do. Your baby might be engrossed in connecting the dots in his mind. He may be trying to place things and trying to relate them to each other. At this stage, the only social interaction that your baby may be doing is smiling at parents. However, all the observation and exploration may help in laying the foundations for the next stage.
2. Independent or Solitary Play
Kids who are between one and three years of age indulge in solitary play. Solitary play means that a child may play alone with his toys.
How it Helps
At this stage, your kiddo may be engrossed in playing solo with his toys or other objects. Parents may sometimes wonder that why their baby is not indulging in playing with their siblings or other children. But kids at this stage may not notice or pay heed to others while they are engrossed in a play. By this age, a baby's cognitive and motor skills start developing. He may also be working towards polishing his social skills. This stage is important in a child’s life because it teaches a child the importance of being happy and content in one’s own company.
3. Onlooker or Spectator Play
This stage usually occurs in a child in his toddler years, but this can also occur at any stage in a child’s life.
How it Helps
In this stage, a child usually learns by observing other children or his elder siblings. He may or may not play with them, but he may a keen interest in looking at the things or activities other children do. This usually happens when the child is a little shy and hesitant of other people. He may not be aware of how to get into playing with someone else. At this stage, a child is not aware of what is expected of him or what are the rules of the games, etc. These things may worry him, hence he may not indulge in playing with his peers. However, at this stage, he grasps through observation.
4. Parallel Play
This stage of play is usually seen in children between the age group of 2.5 to 3.5 years of age.
How it Helps
Parallel play is when a child plays in the same room full of other children but not with each other. In this stage, a child may play with the same toys or even do the same things as others but not together. This is the age, where children learn about social behaviour and also about social maturity. This lays the foundation for the later stages of play too.
5. Associative Play
This stage of play is prominently seen in kids between 3 to 4 years of age.
How it Helps
This is the stage where children start playing close to each other, but their goals may not be the same. Kids like to play around each other, however, they may not be playing with each other. For example, your child may play in the park which has other kids as well, but he may not play with them. All of them may do different kinds of activities. This stage helps a child to work on his problem-solving abilities and language development. It also teaches him about cooperation.
6. Cooperative Play
This stage of play is observed in children from 4 to 6 years of age.
How it Helps
Around this stage, children become interested in playing with other children or a group of children. At this stage, a child gets interested in what and who he is playing with. This stage of play can be aptly called the culmination of all the stages of play because all the skills learned from previous stages are put into action. This helps the child in learning a great deal about social interaction.
The role of 6 stages of play in child development cannot be undermined, therefore, support your kiddo through these stages to help him learn better.
Tips to Support Your Child Through Six Stages of Play
Following are some tips to support your child through six stages of play.
1. Get the Right Toys for Your Child
Learning would be more fruitful if the child plays with age-appropriate toys. Get the toys that are suitable for him. And show him how to use and play with toys.
2. Give Social Exposure
Take your child out to help him interact with children of his age. This may help your child learn more about social skills.
3. Observe Your Child’s Transition
Your child would make the transition from one stage to another, make sure he is doing it right. If you notice that on reaching 4 years of age, your child is not playing with other children, encourage him to play with his peers. If your child does not show any signs of social interaction, seek professional help for the same.
Let your child explore the world around him while he indulges in various stages of play! This will help him develop his social skills and his motor and cognitive skills as well.
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Not spoken about very often, one of the side effects of pregnancy and childbirth is the leaking of urine much to the dismay of expectant mothers. Urinary incontinence or leaking of urine at unexpected times can affect mothers when they experience a cough, laugh or sneeze. But it is certainly not something to be embarrassed about as it affects 30%-50% of new mothers and is extremely common.
What is Pregnancy Incontinence?
Soon after you conceived you find that you experience difficulty with bladder control during pregnancy. Don’t panic or be embarrassed! It is only going to get worse during the last trimester when your growing baby exerts pressure on your bladder. Bladder incontinence in pregnancy can be annoying and frustrating, yet it is quite common. You urinate when the muscles around your urethra relax, allowing the urine to flow, and after urination the muscles contract, holding the urine flow until you are ready to empty your bladder again. The fluctuation of hormones during pregnancy and the pressure exerted by the uterus on the bladder interferes with the normal way the urethra relaxes and contracts. This leads to stress, and you may urinate when you exercise, laugh, walk, run or even cough.
What Types of Incontinence are Experienced During and After Pregnancy?
There are several types of incontinence experienced during and after pregnancy:
Stress Incontinence - Stress incontinence in pregnancy, the most common during pregnancy, is the loss of urine owing to increased physical pressure on the bladder. The bladder sphincter, a muscular valve which controls the flow of urine is stressed owing to pressure on the bladder by the uterus during pregnancy. Urine leaks out of the bladder when additional pressure is exerted especially when a woman coughs, sneezes or laughs.
Urgency Incontinence - Women with an overactive bladder also have urinary incontinence during pregnancy. Their bladders have uncontrollable spasms which affect the urethra preventing it from controlling urine due to strong contractions. This kind of incontinence can be experienced after childbirth as the pelvic muscles weaken owing to an episiotomy or long labour.
Mixed Incontinence – Urgency incontinence along with stress
Transient Incontinence - A medication that you take could cause temporary loss of urine
What are the Causes of Pregnancy Incontinence?
The bladder rests right above the pelvic bones supported by the pelvic floor. The bladder relaxes and fills with urine through the day with the sphincter keeping it closed until you can use the washroom. During pregnancy and childbirth, the pelvic muscles are put through a lot of tests due to several causes.
Weight
Weight is a major contributor to stress related incontinence. By the third trimester, the uterus is resting on the bladder and its supporting ligaments causing them and the surrounding muscles to stretch. Any physical movement puts extra pressure on the bladder causing stress incontinence.
2. Hormones
Pregnancy is nothing but a frenzy of fluctuating hormones. These changes affect the bladder lining and the urethra. The hormones make your tissues and joints more elastic to prepare for delivery, in turn, weakening the muscles that control the bladder from releasing urine.
3. Constipation
Pregnancy more often than not is characterized by constipation which puts a strain on the pelvic floor causing incontinence.
4. Medical history
Women who suffer from diabetes, multiple sclerosis, or have had a stroke in the past could also suffer from incontinence.
5. Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
More than 40% of women do not treat their UTI’s completely, and it is one of the major symptoms of incontinence.
Post-childbirth, especially during vaginal delivery, prolonged pushing could damage the nerves. This contributes to incontinence during pregnancy.
Which Pregnant Women are Most at the Risk of Experience Urinary Incontinence?
Some women are at an added risk of suffering from incontinence during pregnancy
Conceived at an older age
Over-weight or obesity
Have had a vaginal delivery before
Have had a pelvic surgery
Smoking as it could lead to a chronic cough
How is the Diagnosis Done?
When you reach the final weeks of pregnancy, leaking urine may be confused with leaking amniotic fluid. A doctor is the best person to ascertain the cause. If there are no signs of labour or infection, a doctor may perform other tests. A doctor may conduct a bladder stress test to see if you leak when coughing or exert pressure on the body. A bladder scan using ultrasound also helps to determine if the bladder is emptying itself completely. There could also be chances that you may be suffering from UTI which needs to be treated.
Treatment for Urinary Incontinence in Pregnancy
Lifestyle changes and bladder management are the effective first lines of treatment for pregnancy incontinence. Some useful tips:
Do the Kegels:
Aim to do five sets of Kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic floor. The best part is these exercises help your pelvis during and after labour too.
2. Bladder training:
To practice timed voiding, use a chart and record your urinating times and intervals. Start with retraining your bladder. Start with visiting the toilet every hour for a certain period of time. Then change the schedule by increasing the duration. Eventually, you can change it to a comfortable time limit to empty your bladder.
3. Cut down on caffeine or carbonated drinks:
Caffeine and fizzy drink may make you want to visit the toilet often. Drink more water or decaffeinated drinks instead.
4. Reduce liquid intake at night:
Limit the number of beverages in the evening to avoid frequent trips to the bathroom or leaking at night.
5. Eat a fibre rich diet:
A fibre rich diet reduces constipation thereby reducing stress on your pelvic floor.
6. Control your weight:
Extra weight around your abdomen increases pressure on the bladder. Try to control your increase weight by doing exercises and leading an active lifestyle.
7. Medications and devices:
Sometimes, doctors suggest the use of devices to block the urethra and block the pelvic muscles. Doctors also prescribe medication to muscle spasms in the bladder or an overactive bladder.
Kegel Exercises to Control Urinary Incontinence
Kegel exercises are a proven technique to control urinary incontinence during pregnancy. The exercises help to tighten and strengthen the muscles in the pelvic floor region. Strong pelvic floor muscles improve the function of the urethra and the bladder sphincter which controls the flow of urine.
To locate your Kegel muscles, start by sitting on the toilet and urinating. Stop urinating mid-stream, and the muscles that you use to stop the flow of urine are the Kegel muscles. Alternatively, insert a finger into the vagina and try to get the muscles to tighten around your finger.
How to perform the exercises:
Relax the muscles in your abdomen, thighs and glutes
Tighten the pelvic floor muscles
Count 10 until you hold the muscles
Count 10 after you relax the pelvic floor muscles
It is recommended to do these exercises 10 times in the morning, afternoon and night. These can be done anywhere - at your desk, in the car while driving or even on your sofa.
Prevention
There is no definitive way to prevent urinary urgency in pregnancy. However, there are few exercises that can help gain some control over the pelvic muscles to control urine discharge. Regular Kegel exercises help to train the bladder and control flow of urine. Try to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles which are not only important when you are pregnant but even otherwise. Pelvic floor muscles sag if not used regularly so it is helpful if you practice exercises that will strengthen the muscles.
When to Consult a Doctor
Consult a doctor if you experience urinary incontinence during early pregnancy. This is to rule out any possibility of urinary infection that could lead to further problems. Urinary incontinence will definitely set in during the later stages of pregnancy and last for a few weeks after delivery too. However, if you suffer from incontinence for six weeks after delivery, be sure to get checked.
Most women dismiss a few drops of leakage of urine as nothing to worry about or shy away from discussing incontinence with the doctor. If you find that incontinence is hindering your daily routine during or after pregnancy, seek immediate help from the doctor. In the meanwhile, practice suggested techniques to minimize risk and embarrassing encounters owing to incontinence and unexpected leaks.
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