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16 Best Home Remedies for Blocked Nose in Babies

A cold and a blocked nose can make your baby cranky and uncomfortable, and give both of you sleepless nights. If you don't wish to consult a doctor just yet, try out these home remedies to provide relief from a blocked nose. Natural Remedies for Blocked Nose in Infants In India, many parents resort to home remedies as they are not only inexpensive but also safe, unlike antibiotics (which may have side effects) and over-the-counter medicines (which should not be given to infants). Here are some of the best home remedies for nose congestion in infants. 1. Focus on breastfeeding your baby. Breast milk has essential nutrients and antibodies that develop and strengthen your baby's immune system. A good immune system will help your baby fight against a cold and cough. 2. You can also put a few drops of breast milk into your baby's nose to open up the nasal passage. 3. You can make nasal drops for your baby at home. To 8 teaspoons of water, add ½ a teaspoon of salt and mix well with a sterilised spoon. Pour a few drops into your baby's nostrils once the solution cools down. 4. Eucalyptus oil is used to treat cold and open up a nasal blockage. Sprinkle a few drops of the oil on your baby's pillow and bedding. Since the smell is too strong for infants, eucalyptus oil shouldn't be directly applied to the skin. 5. Elevating your baby's head with the help of a pillow helps the mucus flow out, thereby opening up the nasal passage. 6. Keeping your baby hydrated is important, more so when she's down with a cold. Fluids dilute the mucus and relieve stuffiness in the nose. You can also feed warm and unsweetened apple juice and chamomile tea (without honey) if she's older than 6 months. 7. Clear chicken soup is another useful home remedy for a cough and cold. Chicken contains anti-inflammatory properties that clear up the nasal massage as well as improve your baby's immunity. 8. In case the nasal congestion is severe, turn on the shower and let the hot water create steam in the restroom. Then, take your baby into the bathroom for a few minutes. You can also give him a bath with warm water. 9. A nasal aspirator can do wonders for a stuffy nose. Just squeeze the air out of the aspirator gently insert the tip into your baby's nostril. Then slowly release the bulb so that the mucus gets sucked into it. Do the same with both the nostrils. After every use, wash the aspirator and sterilise it. 10. A cool mist humidifier will create moisture in the air and clear out the congestion in your baby's nasal passage. 11. In case you don't have a humidifier, keep a bucket of warm water in her room while she sleeps. The warm water will help to ease your baby's stuffy nose. 12. A mustard oil massage is another effective way of treating a cold and nasal congestion. To 1/4th cup of mustard oil, add 3-4 cloves of roughly crushed garlic and methi (fenugreek) seeds and heat it. Once the oil cools down, massage your baby with it. Apply the oil to the nasal bridge, forehead, cheekbones, chest and the back with soft and gentle hand movements. 13. Dried-up mucus is one of the main culprits of a blocked nose. Wet a cotton swab with warm water to clean the insides of your baby's nostrils. Do it gently and with care to avoid hurting your little one. 14. Lay your baby across your knees and pat her back gently. This brings the mucus up from the chest and she can cough it out easily. 15. Give your infant a warm compress. Soak a small piece of cloth in warm water, squeeze out the excess water and place on her nose and cheeks. Repeat this a few times. 16. Roast a few garlic cloves with ajwain until the aroma starts to waft out. Tie these up in a potli and keep it a safe distance from your little one. The fumes will provide relief from a stuffy nose. When Should You Visit the Paediatrician? If home remedies aren't working for your baby, she may need a medical check-up. Consider visiting a paediatrician if: The cold doesn't clear up within three weeks Your baby takes quick breaths She is running a high temperature She coughs up blood Your baby's condition seems to be getting worse Your little one has a persistent sore throat You see her wheezing and her skin turning pale or blue How Does the Diagnosis Happen? A paediatrician will check your baby's temperature and observe her breathing pattern. For more clarity on your her health condition, an X-ray may be suggested. Home remedies for cold, cough and nasal block are practised in every Indian household. However, we must understand that all cases of nasal congestion cannot be cured through home remedies. Especially, care and precaution should be taken in case of babies. In such a case immediate visit to a doctor is a must. Also Read: Cold in Infants Chest Congestion in Babies Read more

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Interesting Facts and Characteristics of October Babies

Do our nature and other characteristics get affected by the month we are born in? Well, there are many believers of the fact that one’s behaviour and other personality traits greatly depends on the month they are born. In this article, we will be discussing some interesting facts and characteristics of October-born babies! Fun Traits of Babies Born in October Here are some fun facts about babies born in October: 1. October-born People are Romantic People born in this month are die-hard romantics. Whenever they fall in love, they love with all their heart and soul. Love holds too much value and importance to them, and they do not shy away or hesitate to express their love. They can go out of their way to show to their partner how much they love and care for them and also how important they are to them. When you fall in love with an October-born, get ready for romantic getaways, dinners, and more such sweet acts of love. 2. October-born People Are Charming If anyone exudes charms and charisma, it has to someone who is born in October. These people have an unmatched charm that can mesmerise anyone, and for this very reason, these people are very good at winning the hearts of people. They are such charmers that people like to be around them or be friends with them. They are filled with optimism and positivity that attracts people. Their positive approach to life tends to influence people around them. 3. October-born People are Calm They are peaceful and calm people who like to contain their emotions and feelings inside them. Their easy-going attitude lends them a very chilled out nature. They do not attract problems and believe in making more friends than foes. They also try and stay away from negative people or people who try to give them jitters. In short, they are kind of introverts, and they like to keep their emotions to themselves. People often find them to be too close and not easily swayed by their emotions. 4. October-born People are Collected The people born in this month are collected and poised. They seldom blurt out their feelings, anger or worries to people around them. In case they feel scared or nervous, they would prefer to keep it within themselves to avoid making hoopla of a situation. They are very sensitive and empathetic towards other people, and instead of confronting you, they may offer you a helping hand. They do not like to judge people. 5. October-born People Have Perseverance These people are very perseverant, and whatever they undertake or start, they will finish to the best of their ability. No matter how difficult a task or job is, they will try their hundred per cent to solve the issue and find a solution for it. For this very reason, they like to work solitary or alone rather than working with others or more number of people. They achieve greater levels of success, and they usually have a well-settled and stable life. 6. October-born People Are Positive People born in this month are very optimistic and positive in their approach towards almost everything in life. They never give up, and if they make up their mind in achieving something, they do not stop until they achieve what they thought off. Even if a failure is met, they do not stop, and they work tirelessly towards achieving their goals. They may not appear so, but they can be extremely stubborn towards achieving success or achieving their goals. This trait also motivates others to offer their best. 7. October-born People Like to Spend Money Whether they have money or they are in dearth of it, October-born people love to own luxurious stuff. If they have money they will buy what they desire and when they do not have it, they can save money for a long time to buy what they desire. They not only like spending money on themselves, but also like to spoil their loved ones with extravagant gifts. 8. October-born People Are Smart and Intelligent They generally perform well academically, and they are such keen learners that they like to invest their time and money in acquiring more knowledge in the field they are interested in. They are focused and quiet and when they say something, it correct and relevant. They tend to observe and analyse various situations and then come up with the best possible solutions that usually please everyone. People often ask them for their advice because they have great ideas and they are very sharp. 9. October-born People Live in the Present These people are live wires and believe that life is to be lived with loads of fun and for that each moment must be lived to the fullest. They do not like to worry about the future or the past, and prefer living in the moment. They perform their duties and responsibilities diligently and worry only when a problem is faced rather than worrying about it before it is even there. They do not worry about what will happen tomorrow because they are focused on what is happening today. 10. October-born People are Kind-hearted As per astrology babies born in October month are very warm, friendly and kind. They do not like to be in anybody’s bad books and thus try and make efforts to be friendly and nice to everyone they deal with. They do not like to hurt anyone, and even if they do not want to do something, they may just do it to make their friends or near ones feel comfortable and happy. Those who are born in this month are kind friends and above all good and decent souls. These are some of the special traits of October-born babies. Share these facts with your friends or family members who are born in this month! 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Planning and Brainstorming We Did for Picking Our Baby's Name

When I was pregnant, I spent my nights intently looking for names, rationalising every word, contemplating every search, and assessing my own reasoning - logically and theoretically. With the gender suspense came a cumbersome task of making two lists - one for a baby girl and one for a baby boy. To mitigate the efforts, I delegated one task to my husband - searching for a boy's name was his job. Despite that, (well, I'm sure you know how a woman's mind works!) I kept my search on for both, afraid that I might not like what he selects, and I was also worried that our baby would be nameless until we both agreed on one. And so, our quest went on for nine long months. Christening ceremony is a one-day celebration, but the background process is a long one. Scanning through my pregnant facial changes (puffed-up eyes, swollen face, and cystic acne) and my sharp bulged-out tummy, most old ladies prophesied that I was going to give birth to a baby boy. Hearing this over and over again for a hundred and fifty odd days, I believed them. During one of our baby talks, we discussed the gender. My husband believes that a name should hold a story and not a fantasy. His dad named him Yasha (meaning - victory through the right hand of God) after their family was delivered from a series of unanticipated distressing circumstances. With this in mind, we didn't want to pick any random name for our baby. During my morning devotions, meditating on Kings, I was tired of reading through the Kings era. No wonder I hated history. I couldn’t fathom how people killed each other mercilessly. Just for the love of a throne, authority and power, there would be a succession of murders - somebody became king, and he would be killed by a person who wanted to be the next king. And so the series of killings followed. As I was reasoning with my husband one evening, I perceived that God wanted my little baby to become a warrior. Over long sleepless nights and lots of debates, I chose two names for a baby girl, out of which we both liked and mutually agreed on one. And, yay! We were ready with a baby girl’s name. Task one fulfilled! The tough task (baby boy's name) was still at bay. We came up with our own lists but failed to reach an agreement, even when the baby was due any minute. It was upsetting. To avoid making our baby a Mr. Nobody, I unwillingly forced myself and half-agreed to one name (Mr.Somebody). Lol. When the day finally arrived, after a 36-hour long labour and excruciating pain, our tiny miracle popped out with a squeaky cry. As soon as we came to know it's a girl, we both looked into each other's eyes while holding our precious little one and said - Liz Arlene. She immediately looked up, as if she already knew her name. Here's the meaning of the fulfilment of God's promise of our tiny warrior: Liz - God's promise, Arlene - powerful and complete. Disclaimer: The views, opinions and positions (including content in any form) expressed within this post are those of the author alone. The accuracy, completeness and validity of any statements made within this article are not guaranteed. We accept no liability for any errors, omissions or representations. The responsibility for intellectual property rights of this content rests with the author and any liability with regards to infringement of intellectual property rights remains with him/her. Read more

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Mealtimes Should Be Fun

Nowadays, babies don't eat their food if we don't turn on television for them or play some animated video in our smartphone. I believe meal time is the most precious time for everyone and that includes infants as well. The time when we eat food should be happy and peaceful. As we take care of our children's physical health by making sure that they eat all the nutritious food, we need to take care of their mental and emotional health too. For this we should try to make our children eat in a peaceful environment. You will have to be a little strict with your child, but that's okay. You must not allow them to watch television while eating. Some tips which I follow for my child: 1. If a child is hungry then he will throw less tantrums and we won't need a television or mobiles to distract them. If your child throws tantrums, you can make some funny faces and feed her. 2. While feeding I always sing rhymes/bhajans or mantras to my child to distract her. She is easily distracted and opens her mouth to eat. Singing mantras or any religious songs to children helps in their emotional development. 3. I always keep looking for new and innovative ways to get my child to eat because singing songs every day or making faces don't work. I pretend to talk to the chair, her toys, wall clock, and any thing around me at that time. I usually say, 'khalo chair! khalo chair! My baby is sharing her food with chair" and then she takes it from my hand. 4. A child's father should also help. My husband also distracts our child while she is eating. At dinner time, my husband jumps, does yoga poses, or runs slowly to get her interested. He does anything and everything possible to make sure she eats her food without watching television. 5. My baby will turn 11 months old. Up until now, I haven't made her watch videos in mobile phones at her meal times. But I give my phone to her for about 10-15 minutes every day so as to make her learn poems. 6. Last but not the least, I read story books to my child. We also play with her so that she can learn the value of playing outdoors and physical health. Using mobiles can be very dangerous for a child's mental health. It can hamper their physical growth too. Gift your child real happiness. Don't let them get intoxicated by digital world. Try your 200% to feed your child without turning on the television. My husband and I switch off our mobile phones too before going to bed and keep them far away when our little girl is awake or playing. I hope all the babies stay healthy and happy. Disclaimer: The views, opinions and positions (including content in any form) expressed within this post are those of the author alone. The accuracy, completeness and validity of any statements made within this article are not guaranteed. We accept no liability for any errors, omissions or representations. The responsibility for intellectual property rights of this content rests with the author and any liability with regards to infringement of intellectual property rights remains with him/her. Read more

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Offer these fancy eggs to your kid and watch them disappear in a flash. It takes less than 20 minutes to prepare this spiffy egg recipe, and we are sure that it will be an instant hit. These eggs can go as a breakfast item that can be given to the kids before you get them out of the door for school or as a toothy between-meal bites, especially for those 7 pm hunger pangs. Serves Preparation Time Cooking Time 4 People 20-25 Minutes 10-15 Minutes Ingredients 4 hard boiled eggs 1 capsicum, cut into different shapes 1 carrot, cut into different shapes 8 whole cloves 100 g long noodles, cooked al-dente Method Step 1 Boil the eggs to a hard-boil stage. Let them cool and remove the shells. Step 2 Take one egg at a time, and with a knife make a small slit where you want to insert the capsicum or carrot pieces. (see the image for reference) Step 3 Push in the whole cloves to make the eyes. Step 4 You can take the whole thing a notch higher by preparing a nest for the chicks. Step 5 The nest can be made using long noodles cooked al-dente in salted water, and tossed with schezwan spices, available readily in the market. Step 6 Sprinkle a little lettuce, and sprouted legumes for added effect. Nutritional Information Calories 218 K cal Proteins 8.2 g Total Fat 12.9 g Total Carbohydrates 19.7 g Cholesterol 164 mg Sodium 193 mg Potassium 218 mg   Read more

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8 hours ago

Q. my in laws often give some food unhealthy sugary and processed food items like coffee, jam, chocolates, cake etc for my baby to lick . is it harmless

Dr Ghouse

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8 hours ago

A. no problem it is occasionally only but do not give regularly. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok

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Q. It’s app not working properly now so not opening app

Rashmi

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A. Sometimes there could be a bug into the app so what you can do is uninstall the app and then you reinstall the app that is going to help and clear all the cache data that is going to help and then reinstall the app hopefully after that it should start working still if you’re facing a problem kindly get in touch with the concerned department call them on the helpline number for further assistance

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Q. vomiting after take iron tablet

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7 hours ago

A. Take after some food More proper information and answer regarding this will be given by your personal doctor and you can contact your doctor for this You can check with the nearest doctor. Take care.

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6 hours ago

Q. Hello sir, my baby is 3 years old and her body temperature is high and her face is also looking dull since yesterday but she is active and playing and doing her routine things good. I have given paracetamol syrup 3 doses but there is no change in temperature. I am worried about this. Can you please let me know what might be the reason for this

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A. your history tells us that the child is suffering from viral fever and in viral fever you have to give only symptomatic treatment tthat is for fever have to give paracetamol(max 4 times per day if needed) and plenty of water to drink and at least 60 to 70% of the regular diet and if the fever continues beyond 3 days then meet the doctor please do body sponge that isy body wiping to decrease the body temperature with wet cotton cloth.

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Q. 5month of pregnancy...to much desires of getting intimate.. is there any proper way or time period to do sexual activities or not..

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A. If you have no complication to your pregnancy and if it is going healthy and smooth then you can go ahead with that there is no problem in it further you can check with your Gyne because if you do not have any problem or any kind of a complication in your pregnancy then you can have intercourse

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Q. Class 10 CBSE Competency Based (Case Study) Questions Books - Science & Mathematics | MCQ's, A&R, Case Based Questions | Practice Questions for Board Exam is this book is a latest edition or old ?

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A. Madam this place is associated with parent enquiries if you want to know about these things you have to check about it online you find every detail that you’re looking for on the website associated with this so kindly look over there

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