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6 Tips to Deal with Destructive Behaviour in Toddlers
Is your little one giving you a lot of trouble lately by acting all aggressive, violent and destructive? Well, before you scold or punish your child, it is essential for you to understand why your child is behaving in this manner. Children do not know what is right or wrong, in other words, they are not born with good behaviour or bad behaviour. Instead, they learn their behavioural traits from their surroundings or by observing people around them. Let us find out in detail why children have destructive behaviour and what you can do as a parent to correct it, in this post.
Do You Have a Destructive Toddler?
Occasional stomping on toys, throwing their stuff around in anger or pulling their hair can be considered a normal part of growing up and all children engage in such behavioural traits once in a while. However, if your child is exhibiting some of the following behavioural characteristics on a regular basis, it could be indicative of destructive behaviour
1. Aggression
In most cases, suppressed hostility usually turns into deadly action. Aggression can be both physical and verbal and often, children engage in this kind of behaviour to gain their parent’s attention. Also, the severity can be established from the age of the child. For instance, a toddler snatching things from other children and exhibiting tantrums may be considered normal, but the same behaviour by an older child may be an indication of some serious issue.
2. Self-Harm
Children with negative behavioural traits may deliberately harm themselves by burning, cutting or hitting themselves. You may find them involved in activities that may include inflicting self-hurt and pain. This may be due to some hidden or suppressed anger, depression, fear, sadness or frustration.
3. Disruptive Nature
You may often find such children showing disturbing nature, which means they may interfere with other people’s jobs and thus make it more difficult for them. For example, the child may not listen to the teacher, he may break the rules in school, or he may not obey elders. Such children may be trying to gain attention, but it may not be in proper or acceptable ways.
4. Property Destruction
Sometimes a child may act nasty and start breaking or destructing things around them. The child may show no regard towards anyone’s feelings and no fear of the consequences of such actions. The reason for this kind of nature is usually anger, frustration or other negative emotions.
What Causes Destructive Behaviour in a Child?
It is not a pleasant sight for the parents to see their child turn into a diabolical being. However, parents need to understand that the child is doing so because he may be seeking attention or affection from the parents. Sometimes such behavioural traits come into light when a child may want to evade a particular chore or situation. For example, a child may deliberately break his pencil so that is unable to do his homework or he may purposely spoil his party-clothes so that he may get punished, which would eventually mean skipping the event that he does not wish to attend.
How to Stop Destructive Behaviour in Toddlers?
Here are some ways of stopping children's destructive behaviour
1. Try To Understand Your Child
No two children are alike, not even siblings. Therefore, as parents, you need to understand and appreciate your child’s unique personality and needs. Be a part of your child’s life and learn more about him. Find out what he did in school, what bothers him or interests him.
2. Prevention Should Be The Aim
If your child shows such personality traits, punishing and scolding will not help instead it may further worsen the situation. The best way to put a stop to such behaviour is to prevent it. Keep an eye on him or keep him under observation. If he starts any mischief, you may intrude and talk to him or spend time with him.
3. Make A Routine For The Child
It will be a great idea to keep your child engrossed and occupied in doing something constructive or keeping him fruitfully busy. Children who follow routines are less likely to become destructive in comparison to kids who do not support any routine.
4. Pamper But Don’t Spoil
We all love and adore our children but giving in to all their demands and agreeing to whatever they say, may make them spoilt. And it is very easy for spoilt children to turn destructive. You should aim at teaching your child to be well-behaved and disciplined.
5. Nurture Your Child’s Individuality
If your child is more active than other children, you should not sulk or crib about it; instead, you should plan for activities that may help in positively channelising your child’s energies.
6. Keep Encouraging Good Behaviour
When destructive toddler tantrums become a regular phenomenon, you may feel, and tired reinforce good behaviour. However, do not forget that if you feel discouraged, your kid may feel discouraged too. Keep showing him with your love and at the same time encourage good behaviour in your child.
If any of the resorts mentioned above do not prove to be of any help, you may go in for professional advice. Sometimes taking parenting classes may prove to be helpful too. Whatever may be your call, however, do not give up on your child and help your child overcome this behavioural trait.
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Moms, We Need To Remember These 8 Precautions When Our Baby Watches TV Cartoons
Parents are among the biggest aficionados of cartoon-film makers; what else brings an instant smile on the baby’s face? We have all relied on cartoons, every now and then, to keep the baby entertained or to calm a tantrum. Lately, the spate of educational cartoons has even made it possible to teach kids important developmental skills just by viewing these films. However, there is a darker side to this situation. Cartoon films can be very damaging to a growing child’s development if we don’t follow the required precautions while our kids watch them.
If your baby watches cartoons even occasionally, please make sure you follow these expert-recommended precautions. They are critical for his physical as well as emotional health as he grows up.
1. NO Screen Time For Babies Under Two
If your baby is under two years old, it is recommended to limit his screen time to ZERO. As per experts, babies younger than two years old view TV as confusing. It seems like an array of colours, images and sounds that they don’t understand. Television and child development have little connection at this time, so exposing kids of this age to TV content is not a great idea. In fact, TV can actually affect babies of this age negatively, and cause over-stimulation, crankiness, and difficulty in falling asleep.
2. MONITOR Cartoons For Violent Content
A lot of TV content has now become exceedingly violent, and this is true even for cartoons. Many children’s shows are filled with images of violence that may seem harmless and jovial but actually send out very wrong messages. In fact, many children’s shows almost look like animated versions of adult action films!
Warning: Also look out for cartoons that subliminally spread the wrong ideas about racism, skin-colour-led discrimination, gender bias, and sexual content.
As per research, exposure to such content directly increases the risk of aggressive behaviour and also desensitizes your child to violence. Please make sure you select and monitor what your child watches on TV. Check out these expert-approved TV shows for kids that are both entertaining and educational.
3. EXPLAIN To Your Child That Cartoon Characters Are Not Real
No, we don’t mean curtailing your child’s imagination or killing his fantasy world. However, babies and toddlers often find it difficult to differentiate between reality and fantasy. If they see something frightening as part of a TV cartoon, they may tend to believe that it actually exists in the world around them. This can induce fear, restlessness and confusion.
Please talk to your child about this and explain that what he sees on TV is not part of the real world. The cartoon characters are created by artists and do not live inside the TV set. ||
4. PROTECT Your Child’s Eyes From Damage
Over-exposure to cartoons and excessive TV viewing through the day can, unsurprisingly, damage your child’s eyes. The bright visuals and stimulation can put pressure on your child’s gentle eyes and increase risk of problems such as eye strain, sensitivity or short-sightedness.
Make sure your child is sitting at a good distance from the TV set and avoid handing over tablets that require to be stared at for watching. Also keep the lighting of the room adequate and discourage TV watching in the dark. If your child is watching a cartoon program that lasts an hour, make sure he takes a break every few minutes. You can do this by making him look away from the screen, taking a walk around the house, etc.
5. PROTECT Your Child From Cartoon Addiction
Television in general can be addictive, and cartoons so much more so! The fun, musical, animated characters can really light up your kid’s world and make him want to keep watching them for hours. However, getting addicted to cartoons is very unhealthy both for their eyes and for their natural creativity. All the time that goes into TV is time lost for physical activity, family bonding, and finding new ways to keep themselves busy and entertained. Some studies also show that children who watch a lot of television in their early years are at greater risk for childhood obesity and inadequate social development.
Have a rule in place that limit your child’s TV watching every day, and stick to this rule regardless of tantrums. It should in no way be more than 30 minutes - 1 hour a day. As parents, we need to stop falling for the TV-as-a-babysitter trap!
6. WATCH Cartoons With Your Child
This precaution obliterates the idea of using TV as a baby-sitter. The reason many of us allow kids to watch TV is so we have some quiet time to finish our chores, or get rest. However, experts recommend that when possible, we need to watch cartoons along with our child. This will let us monitor the child’s reactions to what he’s seeing. While watching, you can ask questions and discuss what is being shown. If you don’t do this from time to time, the child cannot perceive his parent’s involvement in this activity. You will also miss out on some vital development cues/red flags that you can otherwise spot from your child’s reactions and expressions.
7. TV COMMERCIALS Must Also Be Monitored
It is not just the cartoon content that can contain violent or inappropriate messaging for the baby. A number of TV commercials also present the risk of graphic imagery or age-inappropriate visuals/language. Please regulate the television slot during which your child will be watching cartoons before you let him do so. If you have a set-top box recording option, you can choose to record the show without the commercials.
8. REFUSE To Allow Cartoon Watching In Bed/Bedroom
As a strict rule that allows for no negotiation, do NOT allow your child to stay up late watching cartoons. It has been seen that children who watch television till late at night get over-tired and cranky the next day. So, even when there are guests at home or your baby is being restless, avoid resorting to the TV.
Also, do not permit your child to have a TV in the bedroom or allow him to watch cartoons while in bed. A number of studies have linked TV viewing to sleep disorders!
Note: This rule also applies for meal-times. Do not allow kids to watch cartoons while eating as it can lower their interest in food, cultivate unhealthy eating habits, and also create addiction to TV. If you’re finding this difficult to implement, check out these expert-recommended tips to feed children without turning on the TV. Read more
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Hot Soups to Help Your Baby Battle the Cold Weather
Winter is here and the weather is chilly. It's time to bring out the snuggly sweaters and wrap up your little bundle of joy. Apart from that, hot and hearty beverages are another way to prevent them from common colds and retain heat in their body. Soups are packed with nutrients and taste heavenly when fed lukewarm. They are also easily digestible and a worry-buster for parents with fussy kids.
Soups can be introduced to babies in stages from the age of 6 months to 1 year. Here are some recipes that are healthy and quick to prepare.
Hot Soup Recipes for 6-8 Month Babies
1. Carrot and Moong Dal Soup
Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 tbsp yellow moong dal (split yellow gram), washed and drained
A pinch of kalimirch (black pepper) freshly ground
How to Make
In a pressure cooker, pour water and add chopped carrots, and moong dal to it.
Cook upto 2 whistles.
Once cooled, add 1/2 cup of warm water to a mixer and blend into a smooth paste.
Dilute with water if required.
Season with black pepper and boil it for 2 minutes in a saucepan.
Serve when lukewarm.
2. Rice Soup
Ingredients
3 tbsp rice
9 tbsp water
How to Make
Sterilise your baby's bowls and spoons in a vessel with hot water for five minutes before use.
Soak 3 tbsp rice in water for about 15 minutes before draining the water.
Add the rice and 3 times the water to a saucepan.
Cook with or without lid.
Switch off the flame when the rice is fully cooked.
While it's still hot, grind the rice to a fine paste.
You can feed only the soup water or also add in little bit of boiled and mashed rice.
Hot Soup Recipes for 8-10 Month Babies
1. Tomato Soup/ Tomato Rasam
Ingredients
4 red and sweet tomatoes
Pinch of salt (optional)
1/2 tsp butter
1/2 cup water
How to Make
Wash the tomatoes and boil them in water till they're cooked.
Remove the skin and add the boiled tomatoes to a blender.
Add a little water and grind to a puree.
Set a saucepan on the flame and add a little butter.
Add the puree and let simmer for 1 minute.
Butter already has salt in it so additional salt may not be necessary.
2. Chicken Soup
Ingredients
2 Chicken thigh pieces
1 small onion
1 small cup of vegetables (carrot, potato, beans)
1 cup water/ chicken stock
1 spoon butter
How to Make
Wash the chicken and make sure it's clean.
Cut the veggies and onion to small pieces.
Add butter and sautéed onions to a pressure cooker.
Next add the veggies and chicken.
Pour in adequate water and cook for 2 whistles.
Once cool, transfer the contents to a mixer and blend.
Use a sieve to strain out the clear watery chicken soup.
Hot Soups for 10 -12 Month Babies
1.Spinach Soup
Ingredients
1 cup tightly packed spinach leaves
1 tbsp finely chopped small onions
3 small finely chopped garlic cloves
Pinch of turmeric powder
1/2 tsp butter
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
1/4 tsp pepper powder (optional)
2 cups water
Salt as required
How to Make
Wash the spinach at least twice in running water to remove any dirt and impurities.
Chop the garlic and onions finely.
Heat a pan and add butter and cumin seeds. Let them crackle.
Add the chopped onions and garlic and fry till golden brown.
Now, add the chopped spinach and a pinch of turmeric powder and salt. Mix the contents well.
Pour in 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil for around 7-10 minutes on medium flame.
Set it aside to cool.
Grind the contents to a smooth puree in a mixer.
Filter the spinach soup. This is often optional but recommended for infants.
Hot Soups for Babies Above 1 Year
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Ingredients
1/4 cup mushrooms
2 tbsp finely chopped onions
4 small garlic cloves finely chopped
1 tbsp whole wheat flour
Salt as required
2 tsp ghee
1/2 tsp pepper powder
3/4 cup whole milk
1 tbsp fresh cream
How to Make
Wash the mushrooms in running water and remove their outer layer and stems.
Heat a thick bottomed pan and add finely chopped onions and garlic along with a tsp of butter. Sauté for 2 minutes.
Next, add chopped mushroom and wheat flour and fry them until they leave water. This may take upto 4 minutes.
Pour the whole milk you've kept ready and a pinch of salt and pepper powder.
Boil on a medium flame until the mixture turns slightly thick.
Lastly, add fresh cream and mix it well.
Boil for 2 minutes and set aside to cool.
Tips for Making Soups for Your Baby
Wash the veggies well for mud or dirt.
Feed the soup warm and within 1 hour of preparation.
Start with a spoonful of soup and increase quantity if your baby likes it.
You can add cooked rice to the soup.
It's best to introduce spices after 8 months and one spice at a time.
If the recipe is to be made with formula milk, first prepare the soup with water and then
add the formua milk.
You should take a call on adding salt till the age of 1 year.
They're great for introducing dal, vegetables and fruits to your baby.
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Health Benefits of Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula) for Children and Adults
Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) is an ayurvedic herb often referred to as the "King of Medicines." It is a wonder drug that acts beautifully on both children and adults alike. It is renowned globally for its therapeutic properties.
Some of its noteworthy properties include -
It is a powerhouse of vitamin C, which acts as an immune-boosting antioxidant. It helps boost kids' immune systems, preventing them from getting a fever, common cold, cough, or other related breathing problems.
It has anti-inflammatory properties. Hence, it gives us relief from clogged noses by reducing the inflammation of the inner lining of our noses.
It also has anti-bacterial properties. It purifies the air nearby and prevents kids from getting measles, chickenpox, mumps, or other skin-related rashes.
It also promotes a healthy digestive system, thus easing common digestive problems seen in kids, such as constipation and bloating.
It is also believed that Haritaki can cure bedwetting problems to a certain extent.
Apart from all the above qualities, it is also a rich source of many vital nutrients - iron, copper, manganese, potassium, selenium, etc.
How to consume Haritaki?
Haritaki is mainly given to small kids in a powdered form along with warm water and honey.
We can also sun dry the fruit and preserve it with salt (the same way as pickles). That way, it stays well for many months. Whenever required, eat up the dry fruit (one at a time). However, one should take caution to discard the seed once the fruit is consumed (if given to small kids); otherwise, it can lead to choking.
Nowadays, many over-the-counter medicines are available with Haritaki as the main ingredient/component. However, make sure you don't go overboard and take the medication only with a valid prescription.
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Daily Diet and Routine for Lactating Mothers
Hello, All New Mothers!
Are you anxious about all the night wake-ups to breastfeed your little one? Are you worried that lack of sleep and required nutrition will impact your health and, consecutively, your baby’s health? Here is a healthy lifestyle routine that you can follow daily to stay fit and energetic to give your baby the best of yourself.
It is best for all new mothers to wake up early in the morning.
Before 7 am – Start your day with one glass of cow milk, 2-3 almonds or walnuts, with cow ghee (if possible). This will provide you with all the nutrients and energy required for the day.
Before 8.30 am- Breakfast
For breakfast, you can have Rava/Upma/Dalia/Oats/1Egg/1 Chapati with vegetables. You can also have Poha/Idli/Moong dal (green gram) dosa, etc., sometimes in a week.
Before 10 am – You must have fruits like Pomegranate/Apple (2-4 slices)/Sweet lime, etc.
Before 12.30 pm – Have your lunch before 12.30 pm and avoid an afternoon nap to prevent indigestion issues. Your plate should have one bowl of pulses (primarily Green gram), one bowl of green and leafy vegetables or fruit vegetables (to provide you with necessary fiber), one small bowl of lentil sprouts (for protein), two chapati/phulka (made of wheat or sorghum for required carbohydrates).
Fruit vegetables are Calabash, also known as bottle gourd, Sponge gourd, Drumsticks. All fruit vegetables are good to be included in your diet; however, it is better to repeat the ones mentioned here frequently.
All green, leafy vegetables are good for consumption. However, it is better to avoid Fenugreek as it can lead to acidity. Nevertheless, Fenugreek can be included in the diet in the winter season and once a week in other seasons.
Green gram is a source of several nutrients and should be consumed more frequently than other lentils that can be taken once or twice a week.
Before 4-5 pm - Evening Snack
You can either take any fruit or have one cup of tea brewed with ginger, holy basil, and cardamom.
Before 7.30 pm - Dinner
You can include the same items suggested for lunch. However, you can include some different vegetables or fruit vegetables to add variety.
Important Tip - Sweets and ice-creams should be eaten before lunch as they are difficult to digest. It is also recommended to extra cook non-vegetarian dishes and have them for lunch as they are hard to digest as well.
It is very important to exercise daily. You can start with 10 Surya-namaskar, gradually increasing it to 30.
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Q. My baby is 2 months old now. She is suffering with very bad constipation. for a week she is not passing stool.
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A. That’s completely only not worry about it even if your child doesn’t part with motion for another total 10 days basically then also it wouldn’t be a problem still if you see the child is discounted then in that case you should consult your doctor for some laxative
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A. hi
you must visit your gynecologist
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Q. #asktheexpert .
hai mam , my wife 8 month 2days pregnancy, she have more leg pain'
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A. Sometimes leg pain can be commonly seen but if it is increasing or your wife is also facing any kind of a discharge your stomach hardness or pain coming and going then it can sometimes be assigned for an early labour or could be a false labour so better to check with your gynaecologist
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Q. #asktheexpert Ma'am I am two months pregnant now....can I continue breastfeeding my 17 month old baby ?
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A. No I’m afraid you’ll have to quit breastfeeding your child because it is not advisable to feed your child when you’re pregnant with the second child is not healthy for you neither for your coming child so you’ll have to skip and quit onto your breastfeeding
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in the report if it is found that there is positive urine culture then dr gives antibiotics for around 14 days after which culture report is repeated to see if the infecdtion is gone.
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