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Your 3 Months Old Baby Growth and Development
Isn’t it a bit hard to believe that your tiny little baby is already three months old now? Single-handedly she has managed to transform your life and has given it a new meaning altogether. Not only is she growing at a rapid pace but springs so many surprises every single day. You will be completely glued to every single milestone your little one achieves since it provides a reliable graph of your child’s growth. To understand infant development at 3 months in a better way, read on to find out the various parameters mentioned in this article.
Growth of Baby
At three months in its new world, your baby has now grown in length and seems larger too. Shopping for a larger size of baby clothes will become a priority for most mothers as your visibly-round baby won’t seem to fit in new-born clothes anymore. Indian summers, however, can spare you these expenses as a nappy and a soft singlet can be the perfect attire for your baby. Remember that your baby will grow in weight and length, so make sure you use all those clothes you’ve bought instead of saving them for later.
Baby Development
Below are some of the weekly developments your baby goes through:
12 Week Old Baby Development
Your 12 week old will be sleeping more and wake up only once or twice, and there is a pattern emerging slowly but surely. Make sure your baby sleeps for a few hours during the day as this will help her to sleep well at night. Her eyes will be well-coordinated, and depth perception will be better too. If your baby seems like squinting, take your doctor’s advice since it could mean vision issues later.
13 Week Old Baby Development
A steadily improving vision helps your child to track movement up to 20 feet and makes her perceptive to colour. It is the right time to give your baby a whiff of fresh flowers or a sweet-smelling fruit. She will turn her head towards music and other interesting sounds. At week 13, your baby will learn the use of her hands to pull, grab and grip at things near her, your hair included. Her motor-skills and hand-eye coordination will get better when she enters week 13. Shrieking sounds will be common at this stage, and you will often find your little one cooing to herself.
14 Week Old Baby Development
Your baby’s world is now at its fullest, colourful glory as she can now differentiate between hues and bold colours. Her world is suddenly a new one with fresh and vibrant colours being infused into it. She will begin to respond more enthusiastically to your presence in the room and give a more pronounced reaction to your voice. She will smile more when she spots another baby in her favourite storybook and will love to stare into the mirror. She may probably not understand that it is her image she is looking at, but she will love the kid who is smiling back at her.
15 Week Old Baby Development
Expect your little infant to roll over. This is a major milestone for her, though she will need support to come back to her original position. As the neck and abdominal muscles grow stronger, she will do the back-to-belly flip, but that is still some time away. Help your baby to strengthen these muscles by propping up pillows behind her or by adopting a slightly-upright position in the stroller. Expect a few cries during the night when she attempts to roll over, and gets stuck doing so. It is best to put your baby on her tummy as early as possible so that she gets used to it.
Baby Health
Adults can always communicate to the doctor when they are afflicted with a disease. With a 3-month-old baby, this is obviously difficult. However, they have another way of communicating with people: crying. Always be on the lookout for unwarranted crying. If this is followed by weakness and reduced mobility, take them to a paediatrician immediately.
Baby Milestones - 3 Months
Your baby’s development at three months will revolve around three areas viz. physical, cognitive and emotional. These milestones will signify the baby’s growth and can be measured accordingly.
Improvement in gross motor skills: The baby will be able to lift her head up to a 45 degree angle and the growing strength in the baby's neck muscles allows her to lift her head when she is on her tummy.
Response to sounds: Your baby will start to turn her head towards a source of sound which indicates that the baby’s capability of using its audio senses are developing. Familiar sounds, like your voice or the phone rings, will elicit such responses.
Increase in vocal communication: During this phase, watch out as your baby babbles in response to what she hears. Although the babbling and actions will not resemble the real thing, this will be an important milestone for your baby.
Behaviour
Your bundle of joy will surely live up to this moniker at 3 months and announce her presence in the house with squeals and high-pitched sounds. Her sounds of delight will keep the entire household on its toes as she will try out newer (and not necessarily pleasant) vocal skills. Your baby may be slightly scared of her own voice so ensure your feedback is a positive one that says those sounds are okay.
3 Months Old Baby Activities
If you want to know what activities to do when your baby is growing up, check the following ideas for a great time with your child:
Provide toys: Put your baby on her back or tummy and let her reach out for toys that you hold out for her. Provide toys of various shapes and sizes that she can hold and grip. Remember that your little one will put these toys in her mouth, so choose accordingly.
Practice head support: Put your baby on your lap in such a manner that she faces you, while ensuring enough support to her back and neck region. Attract her attention by making noises, giggling, and calling out to her, so she looks up to you.
Tummy time: Turn your baby on to her stomach and place a few brightly coloured toys or objects in front of her. Encourage her to grasp them. You can lie in front of her so that she uses her arms to take a look at you. By doing so, you will help strengthen her upper body and your bond too.
Tracking toys: Put the baby on the floor and roll a ball or a toy car in front of her. This will encourage her to follow the toy and track its movement. Use a rattle to grab her attention if she doesn’t show any interest initially.
Using the baby’s name: Use your baby’s name as often as possible as her name will be the first word she will connect to. Use it while singing songs, lullabies and while having a conversation with her. While singing to her, vary your voice and pitch to keep her interested.
3 Months Old Baby Care
Follow the below-mentioned tips to keep your infant healthy and safe during this period:
Breastfeeding is essential: Breast milk is the most important part of a baby’s diet so make sure you continue breastfeeding your three-month-old. This will also help you create a feeding schedule. Avoid any kind of solid food, cow’s milk or juice, as breast milk is the healthiest food for your little one.
Sleep is important: Your baby will be sleeping for 4 to 5 hours at a stretch. Do not rock her if she is going off to sleep on her own. She will get up a couple of times in the night but will drift off to sleep on her own, or may need to be fed to get to sleep.
Communicate well: At three months, your baby’s responsiveness to sounds and gestures is high, and it will be more expressive too. Play peek-a-boo games with your child (all babies love it), use gestures to make your baby laugh, and smile and keep talking to her. Place soft toys or balls near her to encourage her to grab and play with them.
Use safety precautions: You will have to be extra careful regarding your baby's safety now, since her movements and activities have increased. She will be anxious to put all that is in her sight into her mouth, and this could be a risk. Keep the baby’s bed away from open windows and medicines, and ensure that pointed and small objects are out of her reach.
Promote development changes: Many important development changes like drooling, chewing and sucking will occur during the third month. Use teethers to good effect here since babies like to chomp on things and it can be an amusement for them. Spend some time outdoors in the park to give them a taste of their surroundings.
Feeding
By month three, you and your baby will have managed to create a fairly-settled feeding routine between yourselves. Your baby’s skills at feeding will have improved dramatically, and your ability too will have improved tremendously. As a mother, you will now be able to distinguish between your baby’s hunger cry and the cry that has boredom written all over it. Your baby’s sleep duration will increase so you will find a bit of relief if you are breastfeeding. If your baby is bottle-fed, expect the sleeping hours to increase slightly earlier.
Sleeping
Typically, your 3-month-old will sleep for 14-15 hours in the day, which includes the short naps during the day and night-time sleep. Since night-feeds have reduced to a minimum, expect your child to sleep for 4-5 hour stretches. This happens because your baby’s nervous system is maturing, which allows her stomach to accommodate a larger quantity of milk or baby food. However, don’t just expect her to sleep throughout the night just yet; you will still need to be available on-call for feeds a couple of times.
Tips for Parents
Parenting is a hands-on learning experience for most, although a bit of support from experienced and well-meaning friends and relatives is useful. Here are a few tips to go through this phase with ease:
Irrespective of all the advice you may hear, do not start with solids at this stage. Your baby should be at least 4-6 months old before you do it. Till that time, breast milk is the ideal food for your little one as she receives all the necessary nourishment through it.
Create a routine of feeding, sleeping and playtime with your baby. This ensures that your tiny tot will get used to a schedule and will fall off to sleep at night without much of a fuss. 7 pm to 9 pm will be the ideal time for your baby to sleep and this will encourage longer sleep durations during the night.
Get the baby's check-up done and schedule one for the next month as well.
Parents are often anxious about the ideal 3-month-old baby's weight. Though your doctor will be the right person to speak to, if it’s a boy, he should weigh between 6 and 6.5 kg while a baby girl should weigh between 5.5 to 5.8 kg.
It is important to understand that every baby will have his/her own development speed and milestones may come early or late. Your apprehensions about your baby’s growth are justified but can be easily put to rest. Keep a watch on the developments and report any abnormal activity to your doctor as that’s the best way of going forward.
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6 Best Ways to Save for Your Child's Future
Parenthood is an important responsibility. You have had your baby, and you have grand plans for her life– you’re determined to give her everything she needs to grow up to live a happy, healthy, and successful life. While your heart is in the right place, saving money to secure your little one’s future involves a series of practical decisions. The avenues are many; you need to know how to go about it.
6 Beneficial Ways to Save for Your Child’s Future
Whether it's for play school or for higher studies abroad, saving is a must for any and every event in your child’s life. Below we have a few essential things to remember when saving for your little one’s future – these small tips will go a long way and get you benefits that you will be extremely grateful for in times of need.
1. Start early.
The best way to start saving for your child’s future is to start as soon as you can. Yes, your child is still too young, but that’s precisely why you should start this early – there will be comparatively fewer costs, and you can stash away more money now than later. Starting at an early stage can help set a momentum over the years. Open a simple savings account for your child and begin depositing small amounts regularly. By the time she starts earning, imagine how much you’re going to accumulate!
2. Calculate how much you’ll need.
To start saving, you will need a basic idea of how much you need to achieve your goal. First off, set a number. What is the purpose of your saving? Let's say that your goal is to save for your child's higher education. If the average cost of courses across streams in different colleges is around 8 lakh today, keeping inflation in mind, you may assume the goal is to save around 20 lakh. Even if it is a large sum, you will have already had a head start into saving for her college education! Keeping a rough idea in mind is beneficial in the case of saving.
3. Save on your daily expenses.
The invisible yet valuable way you can save for your child’s future is by saving on the little things in the present. In this matter, your bank is your best friend. Go for a bank that provides you with a smooth banking experience and has something valuable to add to your daily transactions. It could be in the form of great cashback offers, discounts on shopping, leisure and entertainment, easy-to- follow-through EMIs, and less to worry about in terms of general spending. Digibank is a great option – there is a whole bank present in that little smartphone app! The digibank debit card has lucrative and gainful offers on grocery shopping, food, entertainment, domestic and international travel and rentals to name a few. What’s the best part? You don’t even have to go to the bank to open your savings account physically – you can do it directly on the digibank app! You can save your time and your money and still enjoy life's great moments.
4. Take advantage of the presents and gifts.
You’re most likely flooded with gifts and presents as new parents – some close friends and family have probably gone the traditional route and gifted you gold or silver in different forms. That is a great way to begin saving for your child! Accumulate all these valuable gifts and store them; make use of them when the time is right – as the market fluctuates, the value of these gifts (especially gold) will go up as well. Keep an eye out for the best ROIs. This may not be the most reliable option, but it’s not disadvantageous either.
5. Diversify your investments.
You know the popular saying – don’t put all your eggs in one basket! You’re likely to have different goals in terms of the money you need to save, and you may also need this money in times of a crisis. Various investments will get you different returns which will benefit you in many ways. The best way to go about this is to divide your goals into short-term and long-term goals and go about saving that way. For short-term investments, a fixed or recurring deposit account is your best bet. These accounts guarantee good ROIs, and they change depending on how much you deposit every month. One condition – you can’t withdraw this money in the middle of the cycle! Thus, it’s essential to find an investment plan that promises you high returns.
Long-term investments are better for your child for the distant future. Going for Systematic Investment Plans (SIP) is a good idea in this case as you can start saving as little as INR 500 per month, and also see your wealth grow via the power of compounding. Mutual funds, on the other hand, let you invest across a wide range of markets, industries and sectors. They also come with varying risks and rewards, so you can always find something to suit you based on your risk appetite & investment horizon. Long-term investment options like equity mutual funds are extremely beneficial for plans that involve higher education, especially abroad.
The best way to decide on your short and long-term investments is finding a bank that gives you a myriad of options to choose from, and high rates to match. By banking with digibank, you can get up to 7.5% interest on your recurring and fixed deposit investments. Digibank also gives you different cycles to choose from, so you can decide how much you want to invest and for how long. It also allows you to invest in over 250+ paperless mutual funds from 14 Asset Management Companies (AMCs). This way, your finances are totally under your control – you can check for regular updates on the digibank app on your phone.
6. Save for a rainy day.
Whether in the form of medical expenses or replacing something at home, unforeseen expenses cannot be ignored. Thus, it’s best to save for a rainy day. Investing in a good insurance plan for yourself and your family is a great way to take care of unfavourable circumstances. Make sure that you have read the terms and conditions of the insurance plan properly before investing because some of the understated conditions can make you feel like you’re losing money instead of getting something out of it. Once your insurance is set, you’ll feel much more at ease about any uncalled for expenses that might come your way.
These were a few critical ways in which you can start saving money for your child’s future. There are many options to choose from these days which can make the process look daunting – digibank makes it easy. All you have to do is download the app and open up your account to reap the benefits of the facilities and investment options mentioned above. It’s best to start early because it’ll give you more time to accumulate the investment for a favourable ROI. Your child’s future is precious; make wise decisions!
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Hives(Urticaria) In Children
Hives are a result of the human body's reaction to an allergy. A chemical called histamine is released whenever the human body encounters an allergen. The reason for the allergy can vary across multiple sources, such as:
Insects
Coming in contact with certain insects or being bitten or stung by bees or ants, may result in the development of hives as a reaction.
Food items
From consuming specific items to even touching them, food remains one of the primary reasons for the development of hives. Milk, peanuts, soybeans, shellfish have been known to cause allergies in some children or might cause hives popping up on their body.
Animals
Being around pet animals such as cats or dogs can result in a reaction in your child if they are allergic to animal hair.
Illnesses
In certain situations, diseases such as a viral infection or common cold might result in red spots and hives on your child's body.
Temperature fluctuations
Temperature fluctuations, either in the environment or the surroundings, may result in your child's skin reacting to it, causing a breakout of hives.
Since hives are the human body's reaction to an unwanted chemical, certain medicines or antibiotics can result in the body reacting to them, and causing hives.
Usually, hives in children are rather mild and can be treated at home with simple remedies. Antihistamine tablets for oral consumption are the go-to method for the treatment of hive breakouts. At times, using a 0.5 to 1 per cent topical cortisone cream has been known to provide substantial relief from the stinging sensation around the hive.
In uncommon situations, if the rash gets severe over time and your child does not respond to oral medication and antihistamines, it is best to get them checked by a doctor. If accompanied by angioedema, a doctor's attention is highly recommended, and they might suggest a stronger medication to bring the swelling under control. In extreme cases, a shot of epinephrine might be administered to your child to reverse the allergic reaction.
What Are Hives?
Urticaria, welts, swellings, are some of the alternatives words that are used to describe baby hives. They appear as red rashes on the skin, in different shapes and sizes, and cause itching in those areas. A very well-known and defined sign of hives is a pale red central area that is slightly swollen, surrounded by a ring of red rash.
Causes Of Hives In Children
Hives are almost always a result of an allergic reaction, although pinpointing the exact source of the reaction can be quite challenging. A usual case of hives stays for around 24 hours and then disappears. This small window of a day can provide interesting clues for discovering the source of the allergy. It could be a new shampoo, maybe a bug that bit them in the garden, a new food that they tried, or they played around with a cat or a dog.
Hives that last more than a day, ranging from a couple of weeks to multiple months, are difficult to track down to a single source. Usually, it's a food allergy in most of the cases. However, consumption of certain medicines has also known to cause allergic reactions, resulting in hives. Chronic hives are somewhat rare in children. So, it's best to monitor the diet of your child and opting for allergy testing to discover the source.
Signs And Symptoms Of Hives in Babies And Kids
Ordinary red rashes and itches appearing suddenly for no reason.
Red spots or welts in several places of the body.
Rashes that flare up, itch a lot, swell, disappear in some time, and reappear in a different area of the body.
A cycle of rashes flaring and settling happening over the course of days or weeks.
Chronic hives, that are known to last for more than six months.
Anaphylactic Shock
In extreme cases, the appearance of hives can trigger an anaphylactic shock in the body. Within an hour or so of the reaction, an anaphylactic shock to the presence of hives might result in breathing difficulty, nausea, blurred vision, itching, sneezing, or even loss of consciousness.
How Is The Diagnosis Of Urticaria Done?
The first step towards the diagnosis of urticaria is the examination of a distinctive red rash on the body. The source of the allergy can then be traced by understanding multiple factors associated with the rash, such as-
When and where the rash was first observed
What food was consumed and the daily diet
Any new medications consumed lately
Presence of animals or pets in the surroundings
Insect bites
A family history of urticaria
Treatment
Various types of medication are used in carrying out the treatment of hives, that range of controlling a mild reaction to handling an extreme case of a hive breakout. Benadryl for hives in toddlers is a prevalent method of providing relief and controlling the reaction.
1. Antihistamine
If hives are present all over the body, antihistamine medication such as cetirizine can help alleviate the itching and swelling.
2. Take Histamine Blockers
Doctors may suggest taking histamine blockers orally or via an injection to help relieve the hives. Cimetidine and ranitidine are generally used, although they might cause indigestion as a side-effect.
3. Corticosteroids
In case the child doesn't respond to over-the-top medication, the doctor might recommend stronger topical or oral corticosteroids, like prednisone. These are used only for a short amount of time.
4. Getting Asthma Drug Injected
Certain studies have demonstrated that injection of omalizumab, an asthma drug, can help relieve hives without any side effects. It does cost higher than the usual methods of treatment.
5. Combination Of Asthma Drugs And Antihistamines
In extreme cases of hive breakouts, the doctor might combine asthma drugs with an over-the-top prescription of an antihistamine. These, at times, may result in behaviour and mood changes in the child.
6. Immune System Suppressants
Chronic hives may need to be treated with immune system suppressants. Drugs such as cyclosporine and tacrolimus limit the immune system's response to hives, but also have side effects of a headache and nausea.
Complications
Chronic and acute hives can cause various complications, such as a deeper swelling of skin tissue. These may further impact the mood of the child and cause irritation.
Complications Of Angioedema (Giant Hives)
Angioedema is caused by a build-up of fluid in the layers of the skin, resulting in large swellings. These usually affect the areas of eyes, lips, genitals, hands, and feet. A constant presence of further angioedema results in a deterioration of mental well-being causing stress and unhappiness.
How To Soothe The Itchy Skin?
Soothing itchy skin can provide quite a relief from hives. Taking a cold bath or a shower can help with it, as it also washes away any allergens that might be present on the skin. Application of a soothing cream might also help with the same.
Home Remedies For Hives
Wash the area to remove any allergens present.
A cold bath with a sprinkle of baking soda can help soothe the skin.
Applying a cold compress to the skin helps calm the itch.
Tips To Take Care Your Child During Hive Infection
Make sure your child does not end up itching the hives.
The clothes should fit comfortably and not be too tight around the hives.
Avoid exposing the child to extreme temperatures or temperature fluctuations.
When To Consult A Doctor
If the hives do not disappear within a few days, consult your doctor understand if it is a case of acute hives.
In the case of chronic hives, visit your doctor as soon as hives are observed.
If your child experiences an extreme reaction to the hives, inform your doctor immediately.
Hives in children are usually mild and can be treated very easily with simple home remedies. In most cases, they are no more irritating than the common cold. With simple care and medication, your child can be back to normal in no time.
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The Ultimate Winter Skin Care Routine for Your Skin Type
Women look forward to winter for various reasons - some wait for that rosy glow on their cheeks, while others just can’t get enough of the winter fashion. Some look forward to the holiday season, while others are all set for Christmas. Amidst all of this, just the thought of dry, itchy and flaky skin can bother most women. The added haste of everyday life also would not have given you much time to chalk out a skincare routine for the cold weather. Well, read on to put an end to your worries! We’ve touched upon winter skincare routines for all skin types – you’re about to get a kiss of organic goodness!
Best Winter Skincare Routines for Different Skin Types
When the cold and dry wind is at play, your skin loses most of its natural moisture and leaves you with pale, itchy skin. For women with sensitive skin, cosmetics and skin creams can be really tricky. Since women with different skin types combat various skin problems during the chilly months, the solution for each varies. Scroll on to brush up on your winter skincare routine based on your skin type.
1. For Normal Skin
If you’re one of those few lucky women who is blessed with normal skin, you already know that you need not go through an extreme winter skincare routine to keep your skin healthy during the season. Keep a few tips handy so that your skin remains soft and supple in this harsh weather.
Morning Routine
Hydrate your skin in the morning to help it retain its moisture throughout the day. First, rinse your face with lukewarm water as soon as you wake up, to get rid of excess dirt in your pores. While bathing, use a gentle facial cleanser that is ideal for all skin types to wash your face. Then, pat it dry but don’t dry it out entirely. Apply a light moisturising cream while your face is still damp so that the cream blends well and spreads evenly. Do this every morning, and your skin will not complain.
Night Routine
Fortunately, the winter night skincare routine for women with normal skin is quite simple. To keep your skin hydrated while you’re asleep, all you need is some rose water, glycerine, and a cotton ball. Make a light mixture of the glycerine and rose water and soak the cotton ball in it. Gently dab it on your forehead, cheeks, under-eyes and chin. Keep it overnight. You can store the rest of the mixture in the refrigerator. This works wonders to keep your skin hydrated and even-toned. Stick to this routine to get that pink blush on your cheeks, naturally.
2. For Sensitive Skin
If you have been dealing with redness on your skin, have been facing a reaction to certain products or cosmetics on using them for the first time, or often see bumps and rashes on your face, it’s highly likely that you have sensitive skin. All these problems amplify during winters. Here is a great winter skincare routine for women with sensitive skin.
Morning Routine
As far as sensitive skin is concerned, you should be extra careful while choosing your facial cleanser. Opt for a gentle face cleanser and do not apply it more than once per session so that your natural oils stay intact. Next, pat your face dry completely. Then, apply a mild moisturiser that suits your skin and doesn’t cause an allergic reaction.
Night Routine
During winters, it’s best to ditch the chemicals and stick to pure coconut oil. Apply it on your face and wash with a mild facial cleanser, and while it’s still wet, apply some raw honey. Using your fingers, spread the honey evenly on your face and let it stay for about 10 minutes. Then, rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat it dry. Honey has anti-bacterial properties and is perfect for sensitive skin. Women who are allergic to honey can use natural aloe vera gel.
Pro tip: While purchasing cosmetics, read the contents thoroughly; long, complicated words indicate the host of unnatural ingredients present in the cosmetic which might not always be safe for sensitive skin.
3. For Dry Skin
Most women fall prey to dry skin during winters, no matter what their skin type, because cold winds tend to absorb most of the moisture from your skin and leave it rough and dull. The air outside is dry, but your skin need not be! Simply follow this simple winter skincare routine for dry skin, and you’re set.
Morning Routine
If your skin is naturally dry, exfoliating it on a regular basis will only make it worse. Also, you should steer clear of foam-based face washes because of their tendency to dry out the skin. It’s best to stick to a gentle facial cleanser that is not just hydrating but also efficient in retaining your skin’s natural moisture. Before going for a bath, apply some glycerine on your face and hands and let it stay for an hour or so. While bathing, opt for a gentle shower gel and avoid scrubbing your skin too much. You can go for an oil-based moisturiser for your face and arms so that it hydrates your skin effectively.
Night Routine
Make sure you clean your makeup and wash your face thoroughly before going to bed. Glycerine and aloe vera go a long way in hydrating the skin and protect the skin’s natural moisture. Make a mixture of these two readily available ingredients and apply it to your face before going to bed. Leave it overnight, and you will notice your skin feel soft and hydrated the next morning.
4. For Oily Skin
If your skin is greasy, you might think that the cold winds will dry out the excess oil in your skin – but that is not true. The dry, harsh weather tends to seep into the skin’s natural moisture barrier and causes the skin to lose a lot of moisture. This, in turn, causes the skin to release more oil into the pores to compensate for the loss, keeping your skin oily. Well, we have an effective winter skincare routine for oily skin that will help you tackle these problems.
Morning Routine
Oily skin needs to be treated with care, especially during winters. The best thing you can do in the morning is exfoliating. Scrub your face and body thoroughly, but don’t be too harsh. Use a gentle exfoliating gel packed with vitamin E at least twice a week. Most importantly, ensure that your last rinse is with cold water so that the pores close and do not allow excess dirt from slipping in. Next, moisturise. Make sure to pick a gel or water-based moisturiser so that your skin can breathe after application and does not get smothered with more oil. This is an effective skincare routine for oily skin in winters.
Night Routine
Before going to bed, ensure that you remove your make-up and rinse your face using a gentle facial cleanser. This is essential to avoid dirt, sweat and cosmetics from mixing with the excessive moisture in your skin. Fuller’s Earth, commonly known as Multani mitti is the best cleansing agent for oily skin. Mix it with some milk and rose water, make a smooth paste, and apply it to your face before going to bed. It naturally absorbs the excess oil from the skin and helps maintain your skin’s pH levels. Wash it off with cold water after some time. You can apply this mask to your face twice a week, and you will surely notice your skin’s oiliness reducing.
Pro tip: For soft and supple skin, bathe with warm water mixed with a few drops of tea tree oil. This will keep your skin well-hydrated.
5. For Combination Skin
Combination skin can be tricky, especially when specific patches of your face are oily and others are dry. Women with this skin type often use different products for their T-zone (forehead, nose & chin) and others for their cheeks. This frightful weather can just worsen the situation for you. Here’s a simple winter skincare routine for combination skin that you can follow to prevent your skin from winter damage.
Morning Routine
If you fall into this category, avoid products that make your skin greasy. Stick to a facial cleanser that is gentle on your skin. Make sure it’s good enough to maintain the balance between the oily and dry areas of your skin. Opt for a water-soluble facial cleanser and a toner that will keep your skin moisturised throughout the day. It’s best to stay away from richer and creamy textured moisturisers.
Night Routine
Lemon and aloe vera gel will be your best buddies this season. You need only mix a few drops of lemon in organic aloe gel and apply it on your face in the evening. Wash it off with cold water after 15-20 minutes. This will soothe your skin keep it well-hydrated.
No matter what the skin type, most women have to make some adjustments to their winter skincare routine. But this does not mean that you have to spend a fortune on high-end skin products. Feed your skin some organic ingredients, and it’ll make your winters a lot easier. It’s that simple! Read more
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Fasting holds great significance in the Hindu culture, and one festival where a fast is observed is Karva Chauth. This festival is predominantly celebrated in the northern part of India, but many women across the country observe this fast too. The Karva Chauth fast is observed by married women for the long and happy life of their husbands, but unmarried women observe this fast too, praying to get an ideal match. This auspicious day is observed every year in the ‘Kartik Maas’ during Krishna Paksha, as per the Hindu lunar calendar. One of the most important parts of this fast is the ‘sargi’, and this post discusses this aspect in detail. If you wish to know what sargi is and what needs to be included in it, read on.
What is Sargi in Karva Chauth?
Karva Chauth is a pious fast that is observed from sunrise to moonrise. Everyone who observes this fast gets up at dawn and eats special food for the pre-dawn meal or the sargi. In most states like Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, the sargi holds great significance and value. This is because the food for the fast is not something that is procured from the market. And if you are wondering who gives the sargi during Karva Chauth to the fasting woman, well, it is the mother-in-law. The sargi is symbolic of a mother-in-law’s love and blessings for her daughter-in-law. This pre-dawn food is given to the daughter-in-law to provide her good wishes for the successful completion of the fast and to have a blessed and long married life.
When to Eat Sargi During Karva Chauth
The sargi is a pre-dawn meal, which means that it should be consumed before sunrise. Ideally, women wake up at around 3 or 4 a.m. because that is considered the ideal time to do so. After taking a bath, women take the sargi from their mothers-in-law. If a woman's mother-in-law stays far away in a different city, the contents of the sargi can be parcelled too. However, if she is no more, the sargi can be given by the elder co-sister or the sister-in-law of the woman. It is considered a good omen to share the sargi with friends and relatives. It is also considered auspicious to have the sargi with other fasting women. After having the meal, the nirjala vrat begins.
This fast is also called the nirjala vrat because women abstain from eating food and water until moonrise. The sargi holds great importance in the fast because this is the only meal that a woman consumes for the duration of the day. Therefore, the meal should be nutritious enough such that it keeps the fasting women going throughout the day without feeling weak or tired. Therefore, the Karva Chauth sargi food holds great importance.
What Foods Can Be a Part of the Sargi?
Traditional value is not the only thing associated with the foods that are part of the sargi during Karva Chauth. It also provides ample energy to a woman to sustain without food and water throughout the day. Here are some food items that are included in a conventional Karva Chauth thali.
1. Sevayyian
Popularly known as ‘feniyan’, this delicacy is prepared with milk and sugar, and it is a very important item in a sargi thali. It is prepared with milk and sugar, which makes it very nutritious and yummy.
2. Fresh Fruits
Fruits like bananas, apples, etc., are also a part of the sargi. Fresh fruits contain ample amounts of fibre and water. Since this fast involves staying without food and water, eating fresh fruits will keep the woman feeling fuller and also satiates her body’s water requirements.
3. Dry Fruits
Dried fruits like almonds, walnuts, cashew nuts, etc., are included in the sargi too. Nuts are considered auspicious, but they are also high in nutritional content and calories. Being calorie-dense, a handful of nuts provide ample energy and nutrition for the day.
4. Lightly-Cooked Foods
Simple home-cooked foods that are easy to digest can also be part of the sargi. A couple of rotis and a simple sabzi and halwa will suffice to provide enough energy. Avoid any heavy, oily foods that can lead to lethargy.
5. Sweets
Indian tradition places great importance on eating sweets before beginning anything pious or important. Therefore, a sargi thali should have sweets. The sugar in the sweets is great for providing much-needed energy for the day.
The sargi is an essential part of a Karva Chauth fast and now you know what goes into a traditional sargi thali. We wish you happy fasting!
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