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This Army Day, Enlighten Your Kids with These 15 Facts about the Indian Army
A popular quote goes, “The Indian Army is like a mother. She works selflessly and never asks for anything in return.” How true! As we lead our lives in peace, we hardly ever acknowledge our brave warriors who guard the frontiers, be it on a blazing summer day or a freezing winter night. Yet, they don’t strive to be popular; they just serve our motherland with the utmost dedication and devotion.
Why is Army Day Celebrated?
Army Day is celebrated on 15th January every year in recognition of Field Marshal K M Cariappa’s taking over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army (from General Sir Francis Butcher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India).
In fact, a British officer was about to become the first General of the Indian Army. But, an officer pointed out to Pandit Nehru that Indians are definitely as capable as the British. And so, the most deserving officer, Lt Gen Cariappa was told to lead his fellow Indian soldiers.
What We Should Know about the Indian Army
More than the organisation itself, it’s the soldiers and officers who are the face of the Indian Army. To make it easier for your child, explain using simple words who these people are, and what they do for us and our country.
1. The Indian Army came to be formed in 1776 when the British were still ruling. Indeed, they’ve come a long way since our independence!
2. It is the third largest when compared to all other armies in the world.
3. Officers brave minus temperatures to control the highest battlefield in the world, the Siachen glacier, staying true to their motto “Service before Self”.
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4. All Army officers volunteer for service. Nobody is forced to join the military.
5. The Indian Army is considered the best when it comes to high altitude and mountain warfare.
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6. The Indian Military Academy, Dehradun trains soldiers from foreign countries like Afghanistan, Bhutan and Sri Lanka.
7. Recruitment into the Indian Army is strictly on the basis of fitness and merit.
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8. India has always promoted peace. The Army has never initiated war with any nation.
9. One of the last three existing in the world, we have a cavalry regiment called the “Poona Horse Regiment”.
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10. When Uttarakhand faced floods in 2013, the Indian Army, along with the Indian Air Force, carried out one of the biggest civilian rescue operations in the world.
11. Sam Manekshaw was the first Indian officer to become a Field Marshal.
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12. Our soldiers have built the Bailey bridge in the Ladakh Valley, which is the highest bridge in the world.
13. Sepoy Kamal Ram was the youngest to receive the Victoria Cross for the valour he displayed in World War 2. He was just 19 then!
14. The Indian Army has its presence even outside the nation. It has a base in Tajikistan.
15. India is the largest troop contributor to the UN peacekeeping missions over the last six decades.
Kids can take some lessons from the Indian Army that will be helpful not only in terms of academics but for life. They can learn that when they are determined to achieve their goals, nothing is impossible. But, even when they excel in life, they should always remain humble and down-to-earth. They’ll also learn that having courage is an admirable quality and that challenges become easier to tackle when you face them bravely.
These 15 facts will sow the seeds of respect and admiration for the Indian Army in your young children. And who knows, they might even aspire to serve the nation one day! Finally, a salute to our Indian Armed Forces for their service and the sacrifices they make for India and Her citizens!
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Ear Popping in Pregnancy - Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Ear infections may arise for several reasons when you are expecting a child. Pregnant women may have a higher chance of getting an ear infection than nonpregnant women. If anything like this happens to you, don't get too worked up about it.
If you get an infection while pregnant, though, you should see your doctor. Ignoring ear infections might be harmful to your health and that of your growing kid if they remain unaddressed. Keep reading about ears popping while pregnant to know more.
What Is Ears Popping?
Ear popping is the term used to describe the sensation of hearing muted sounds due to changes in air pressure. You may have Eustachian tube dysfunction, which is causing your popping ears (ETD). Another option is that your ear has been clogged with wax and has to be cleaned out. Ear barotrauma (also known as barotitis medium) is the medical term for the condition that causes ears to pop.
Why and How Does Ears Popping Happen?
The air pressure in and out of the ear is usually the same unless something unusual happens. The ear canal can become inflamed and inaccessible if the Eustachian tube becomes plugged. Its principal role is to balance the air pressure within the middle ear and its pressure.
The Eustachian tube, on the other hand, may get clogged for several reasons. When this happens, there will be no equalization of air pressure in the Eustachian tube. Popping noises are caused by a difference in air pressure between the middle ear and the outside environment, which occurs in the middle ear.
What Causes Ears Popping During Pregnancy?
In general, being pregnant makes you more susceptible to diseases. Changes in your ear, nose, and throat that may occur during pregnancy may increase your chances of acquiring an ear infection, in particular, if you have a cold or flu. A bacterial ear infection may occur due to a condition of either the bacterial or viral kind.
Some of the common problems of ear-popping during pregnancy that may increase the risk of this occurring include:
Hormonal Changes: Increased estrogen and progesterone levels are seen during pregnancy. These hormones may affect your body's immune system, making you more susceptible to sickness caused by bacteria and viruses than usual. Right now, it is not clear how hormones and viruses are linked in a precise manner.
Increase in Blood Flow: As blood flow rises in your body, more fluid is retained in the body. Furthermore, as a result of this, there may be further implications. For example, you may have noticed that your nose gets swollen and congested when pregnant. If you have a lot of fluid in your nose and sinus, you may be more prone to getting an ear infection during your pregnancy.
Vertigo and Dizziness: These are also possible due to changes in the ear that occur during pregnancy.
Meniere's disease: A prior condition such as Meniere's disease may influence your hearing and balance when you are pregnant.
Seasonal allergies, colds, and flu: Seasonal allergies and diseases increase the likelihood of ear and other infections, but notably in children.
Signs and Symptoms of Ear Popping During Pregnancy
An inner ear infection or damage may result in the following ears popping early pregnancy signs and symptoms:
Ringing in the Ears: The sound of the high-pitched ringing sound. This is the tinnitus sound that is most frequently experienced. Loud noises exposures, loss of hearing, and some drugs are all possible reasons.
Ear Infections: If you have an ear infection, it is caused by either a bacterial or viral infection that infects your middle ears (the parts of your ear that are immediately beyond the diaphragm).
Inflammation of the Ears: Otitis Externa is a disorder that causes inflammation of the outer ear canal (redness and swelling), the tube that connects the cochlea to the eardrum.
Discomfort around the Ears: Flu, allergens, or a sinus infection may all cause the tubes in your middle ear to become clogged and ineffective. Otitis media is used when fluid builds up in the middle of the throat and becomes infected. It is by far the most prevalent reason for ear discomfort.
Hearing Loss: A hearing loss may occur when any portion of the ear or auditory (hearing) function does not function in the manner that it is supposed to.
Redness and swelling of the ear canal: Your ear, surrounding the cartilage, will be inflamed, reddish, and sensitive to the touch.
How to Manage and Treat Ears Popping During Pregnancy?
You may also choose to supplement your ear popping treatment with other options for managing the same. For safe ears popping when pregnant, these pointers need to be carefully considered:
Depending on whether you have ear wax or water lodged in your ears, a simple cleaning with an earbud may be all that is required.
Decongestants for the nose
Oral medications
Inhaling steam may assist in easing any popping sounds you may be experiencing as a result of sinus infection or allergies.
Applying heat packs to your ears might help to ease the pain and suffering associated with this condition.
It is also possible that yawning or chewing gum will prevent you from experiencing popping sounds in your Eustachian tube if you have to travel during your pregnancy.
Home Remedies to Treat Ears Popping During Pregnancy
Treatment with home remedies may effectively alleviate ear-popping symptoms. For earaches, the following are some examples of home remedies to try:
Ear Drops: These are made from ruby alcohol, and vinegar are available (do not take this cure if you have additional concerns with your ears, such as damage to the canal)
Warm Compress: A hot water bottle or towel with herbal drops in it may be used in place of the traditional compresses to relieve the discomfort (clear this with an OB during pregnancy)
Steam: Inhaling steam is one of the quickest and most effective ways to remove plugged ears caused by a cold. The steam will aid in loosening and thinning the mucus, which will relieve your ear congestion and relieve your discomfort.
Hydrogen Peroxide: Using hydrogen peroxide, which is quite successful. Using a dropper, gently inject three percent hydrogen peroxide into the infected ear.
Olive Oil: It is possible to apply a few drops of olive oil to the ear and leave it there for five to ten minutes. While keeping your head swiveling to the side, you may use cotton to remove any oil or earwax accumulated in your ears.
According to specialists, ear-popping associated with pregnancy is considered more annoyance than a cause for alarm. Consult your doctor if you are experiencing popping sounds in your ear to rule out any serious problems. Avoid using over-the-counter (OTC) drugs to treat ear infections, and never puncture your ears with a sharp object. Did you have ear popping when you were expecting a child? What process did you use to come up with a solution? Please keep these above-discussed points in mind to help you have a healthy and safe pregnancy.
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Is Your Toddler Obsessed With Organising Things?
It's not strange to catch a toddler lining things up on the basis of shape, color, or size and being consumed in that activity. Parents, especially first timers, can see this as OCD. However, chances are your child is just learning and is completely normal.
From the age of 12 to 13 months, toddlers tend to become obsessed with ordering, stacking, or lining things. They line their toy cars, stack their blocks on top of each other, or sort their stuff toys from the dolls. It's an important cognitive task that involves fine and gross motor skills, a recommended activity and even a milestone for toddlers.
How to Handle Toddlers Obsessed with Organising Things
1. Why do children sort, stack, or line their toys?
Organising and sorting is a toddler’s way of processing their surroundings and learning about their environment. Noticing the similarities and differences between objects and learning how to group them is a very important cognitive task. These activities are empowering rather than debilitating. For example, a child may classify a cookie as a round shape or as a food. It's good to give your child such activities so she can learn about different categories of things. A shape-sorter is an ideal gift for toddlers to help them with these stacking and sorting activities. ||
2. Why do they do it repeatedly?
The constant sorting, arranging and the movement of hands may seem like your toddler is obsessed with organising things, but a child first needs to do things with her hands before she can do the same with her brain. These activities are actually a sign of a very active and healthy mind. It's completely normal and a positive experience. It's with these activities that a toddler learns how to differentiate between different objects, maybe on the basis of their size, shape, or colour. Toddlers tend to get caught up in any new activity, and they tend to keep doing it over and over again, till they get good at it. They usually grow out of the obsessing stage by the age of 4-5 yrs.
3. When should you start to worry?
When this organisational behaviour starts to interfere with other normal routine activities, then you can worry about your child having Obsessive Compulsive Disorder(OCD). For example, a child with OCD will not step out of the house without having completed a complicated series of tasks, or she may need to shut the door a certain number of times. Such a child uses her organising compulsions to keep the world and the fears associated with it at bay. However, OCD is very rare in children. If this organising behaviour occurs with other concerning issues such as delayed speech, poor eye contact, or lack of bonding, it's best to consult a medical practitioner to rule out any disorder.
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Staycations with inlaws is a love boon for safe haven for our children
A mother wants the best for her child along side a safe & a healthy environment, which is the best when we stay joined with our in laws .
Not many are fortunate to have get this sort of environment, with the current rapid changing world , raising child alone is definitely a challenge & one wouldn’t learn lot of things . Where as the child raised
in an inlaws environment tend to learn love, perseverance , adaptability & responsibility, since he is exposed to so many situations in a joint family with inlaws & they too will take time to teach once’s kid with various valuable teachings
& in turn will grow up to a man of good virtues & good though which is definitely lacks in nuclear family .
Kid raised with inlaws tend to learn much faster , better raised as he living with different age group peoples so there are various learning opportunities .
With this busy world where in maximum cases both parents tend to work, it’s hard for the parents to devote quality time to their kids to learn, this void can be definitely fulfilled when stay with inlaws who will not
only take care of our kids in our absence but give that love , bond & quality time education one requires during their premature days .
In today’s world being in nuclear family is demanding with growing technology kids are prone to many unsafe environment, which can be avoid when he is able to spend those times with his grandparents.
The love , care and teaching that the child receives from elders of the family is definitely builds a base for a better person for an challenging & demanding environment of tomorrow.
Last but not the least one can see living with the inlaws a safe haven for child upbringing in various ways , hence staying with inlaws is definitely a boon . Read more
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Q. #asktheexperts please suggest diet plan for wait gain of my 2 years old baby
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A. normal traditional food rich in protein ok. 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. hi mam/sir mne nerothrestrone prevent-N leli thi when i was unaware of my pregnancy to delay my periods only one dosage of 5msg was taken by me is there any harm for my baby wil be there as heartbeat is there and my edd according to lmp and esg dates are having 2weeks gap please reply i am so tensed
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Q. hi sir/mam i had taken nerothrestrone prevent-N one tablet of 5mg when i was unaware of my pregnancy to delay my periods only one dosage was taken by me and i scanned fewdays and heartbeat came but there is the gap of 2weeks in my edd according to lmp and esg is there any problem please reply i am so tensed
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A. it's okay no problem now. 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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