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Postpartum Care - The Care of a New Mother After Delivery!
Nine months of pregnancy, labour and delivery can transform a woman's body to a large extent. To bring the body back to its pre-pregnancy state and rebuild strength, it takes both time and care. The postpartum period begins right after delivery and extends to up until 6 weeks. Here are some quick pointers that can be helpful for a newbie mother.
1. Check if You Have the Below Items
Maxi Pads
Nursing Bra
Breast pads
Maternity Support Belt
Pain relieving spray/Balm (in case of backache)
2. Take Rest
Get plenty of rest. Breastfeeding may not allow you 8 hours of sleep. However, babies sleep longer after their baths, so utilize this time to cope up with your tiredness. Leave the household chores to family members.
3. Get Help
Do not hesitate to take help as this is not just the time to heal but also to adjust to motherhood. In fact, one must arrange for an elderly or experienced family member to stay at home - if not a family member then a friend or even an assistant - well in advance before the delivery date.
4. Give Importance to Postpartum Massages
A massage aids in relieving stress by increasing the blood circulation in the body. It induces better sleep and one feels more relaxed. It can be started 3-4 days after delivery. For those who've had a C-section, a massage near the tummy or abdomen area should be avoided.
5. Eat Healthily
Traditional practices involve making nutrient-dense food for the new breastfeeding mother often filled with ghee, nuts and ajwain like atta ladoo, makhana mixture, panjiri, etc. Here is what you should include in your diet to stay healthy:
Calcium - 3-4 glasses of milk/other dairy products
Vitamin C - 2-3 bowls of green vegetables and fruits
Protein -3-4 bowls of pulses/dal
6. Drink Lots of Water
This point needs to be stressed upon as breastmilk is 75% water. Hence, keep a jug by your side to keep yourself hydrated throughout the day. Most moms will automatically feel more thirsty!
7. Avoid the Following
Caffeine
Alcohol
Cigarettes
Gas-producing foods like bell pepper, onions, radish, etc.
8. Avoid Medicines, Unless Prescribed by the Doctor
Your doctor will advise you to avoid taking any medicines during illness and to depend on home remedies instead.
9. Break the Myth!
There are some seriously exaggerated myths related to postpartum care, majorly emerging from tradition. Not going out, not using mobile phones or watching TV, even not switching on the fan in summers are some myths associated with postpartum care. In case there are some wounds/stitches which are yet to heal, the doctor might ask you to wait longer before you step out. Taking slow walks outside will make you feel refreshed, of course!
10. Do Not Forget to Take Your Calcium and Iron Supplements
They are necessary for both you and your baby to stay healthy and strong.
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Baked Potatoes with Cheese
I don’t like potatoes said no one ever!’ Potatoes are versatile and can make any dull meal a delightful one. Play with potatoes with our recipe for baked potatoes with cheese. You could make this a healthy meal by trying different combinations for the filling. Your fussy little one is going to love his veggies!
Serves
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
4 People
10-15 Minutes
1 Hour
Ingredients
4 big potatoes
1 cup sour cream
2 sticks salted butter
Vegetables/Meat of your choice
Salt to taste
2 tbsp oil
Method
Step 1
Wash the potatoes under running water and scrub the skin using a stiff brush.
Step 2
Poke holes around the surface of the potatoes with a fork so the moisture escapes completely.
Step 3
Rub oil and a little salt around the skin of the potatoes and bake them in the oven at 350 deg for 45 min.
Step 4
Remove the potatoes and let them cool for minute.
Step 5
Gently cut open the potato on one side lengthwise. Hold the cut side on top and gently squeeze open the lower half of the potato.
Step 6
Now, for the filling, toss the vegetables in a little oil and mix them with sour cream and salt.
Step 7
If you want to include meat, cook the meat and chop them into little pieces and mix along with the rest of the ingredients for the filling.
Step 8
Using a spoon, fill the opening of the potatoes with the cream-veggies-meat mixture and bake for a further 15 min.
Step 9
Serve hot.
Nutritional Information
Calories
860 K cal
Proteins
9.9 g
Fats
65.5 g
Carbohydrates
63.6 g
Cholesterol
148 mg
Sodium
976 mg
Potassium
1688 mg
*For frying, add approximately 10 grams of fat per serving at 9 Kcal/gm of fat. Read more
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Mother of a Preterm baby's story: Life at Neonatal intensive care unit
Every mom is excited to give birth to a healthy child. But what if your baby is taken away after birth? My baby is taken away as she was born at 32 weeks and this is my story with my premie.
Baby was taken to NICU:
First 2 days she was breathing through oxygen, since she was a preterm baby, lungs were not mature, however my baby cried as soon as she was born- that's a good sign. Still, looking at her my heart wrenched while looking at her.
Milk was introduced with 1ml through a pipe, day by day they increased the intake. I felt so happy that my baby is drinking milk and gaining weight. Every ml is a milestone for my baby and every ml is a happy moment for me.
The milk in which preterm babies are given is breastmilk, if a mother is not lactating much, donor milk will be given to the baby. Breastmilk have many nutritional values and helps in growth of a baby. It's very important for a premie to be fed with breast milk
After a few days, milk was given through bottle. My baby is a champ, she had learnt how to take milk from bottle instantly. Nurses tried to teach me but I'm not a champ like my baby, it's hard for me, I went into depression as I couldn't able to feed my baby properly. But it's ok, I have learnt.
Depression after delivery is most common in mothers. But for me it's intense as my baby is kept away from me.
After 24ml milk feeding and weight gain of 1.88kg, my baby was healthy and discharged. A happy moment for a mother whose baby is in NICU.
Now my baby is healthy and breastfed. Read more
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Why Honey Could Be the Sweet Key to Good Health
Do you have a jar of honey at home? Then it's probably time to introduce it in your diet. There are a number of nutritional benefits of raw honey that can keep you fit. Eat it with cereals or drizzle it on top of a sundae to reap the many benefits.
A fresh jar of honey stored at home can boost your immune system and improve your health in many ways - if you let it! There are some benefits associated with honey you just can't ignore to stay healthy and fit as a fiddle.
The Sweet Benefits of Honey
1. Goodbye, allergies
Honey has anti-inflammatory properties that help ease coughs and reduce allergy symptoms. In fact, some medical experts go on to say that honey can be a natural vaccine. After all, it contains pollen, which immunises the body against outside pollen that can otherwise trigger allergies. This is among the best medicinal uses of honey which should inspire you to drink it with lukewarm water every morning!
2. Memory booster
The sweet nectar also comes with antioxidant properties that prevent cellular damage inside the brain. Some studies have revealed that a spoonful of Malaysian honey can help boost women’s memory after menopause. Wondering what makes this possible? Well, your brain requires calcium to help with thought and decision-making and honey helps your body absorb calcium! Better still, honey also lets women say goodbye to developing dementia at an older age.
3. The healer
A natural antibiotic, honey can be used to treat burns and wounds by disinfecting them. All you need to do is add a little honey to the affected body part. The healing properties of honey soothe your wound. Now you know what to turn to when your kid scrapes his knee after playing!
4. Dandruff buster
Are you suffering from a snowy, dry scalp? Honey targets dandruff, reduces the itchiness and helps stop hair loss. Just apply honey with a little warm water to the scalp and leave it on for three hours. If you're having hair woes, a little honey can go a long way in restoring your luscious locks.
5. Energy lifter
Honey is also a natural energy booster. The fructose and glucose that form a part of honey enter the bloodstream directly and give you an energy lift. A small tablespoon of honey given to kids in the morning can help them tackle the day well. Your hubby can also take a teaspoon after his workout session.
Now that you know the wonder food that honey is, stock up already. Shopping for organic honey is always a preferable option as it's harvested with extra care and is more effective. Welcome the health benefits of eating honey into your life the sweet way! Read more
Rashmi has added a new answer
Mom of a 9 m old child
13 hours ago
Q. My daughter (9months old) is not at all willing to drink aptamil and breast milk I am getting only 100 ml per day now. I have tried adding jaggery powder in aptamil but still she is not at all willing to drink.I tried to feed her with aptamil midnight when she was in deep sleep but still she woke up and started crying. I am not able to find any solution for this.Its been 2 days that I have started trying aptamil.So I will continue to try for another week and if she still doesn't drink can you suggest what can be done
Read moreRashmi
Mom of a 9 yr 8 m old girl
12 hours ago
A. For yourself I would recommend you Shatavari powder three times in the day to increase your lactation other than that since your child is six months complete you can give Amul Taaza milk to your child that is easier for the childhood digest and flavour is also good even if you want you can add some dry fruit powder saffron or turmeric for flavour change that’s also a good option to try these alternative
Dr Sameer awadhiya has added a new answer
Mom of a 1 yr 5 m old child
10 hours ago
Q. after delivey back pain is normal???
Dr Sameer awadhiya
Paediatrician
8 hours ago
A. If there is back pain you have to maintain a proper posture take a healthy diet and also do some regular exercise specially back extension exercises to strengthen muscles also you can take calcium and iron supplements suggested by yohur doctor imf still you are having weakness and other symptoms it needs a proper assessment
Abhaya Rajput has added a new answer
Guardian of 0 children
10 hours ago
Q. Its been 7 days my 8 month old hasn’t pooped. He looks good not at all cranky. Eating normally. What to do?
Abhaya Rajput
Mom of a 14 yr 4 m old boy
7 hours ago
A. Hello there ma’am please do not worry about it too much. Sometimes baby does not poop for 7-10 days. Please massage baby stomach clockwise and anti-clockwise. You can also apply hing water on baby stomach. Also do some cycling leg exercises of the baby to relieve from constipation and gas. Please make the baby burp after every feed. Mother should chew saunf and ajwain after every meal.
Thanks and take care
Mohammad amin has added a new answer
Expecting Mom due this month
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Q. how do i claim the vochure
Mohammad amin
Guardian of a 3 yr old boy
2 hours ago
A. proper question plzz
Rashmi has added a new answer
Expecting Mom due in 4 months
2 hours ago
Q. I m 18 weeks pregnant this is my 2nd pregnancy i had first miscarriage at 35 weeks my question is when do i feel my baby’s movement
Rashmi
Mom of a 9 yr 8 m old girl
1 hour ago
A. The baby movements are sent after completing the time of 20 weeks somewhere between the time of 20 weeks to 25 weeks you can start feeling movements of your child any time if you feel that there is a problem or you’re not feeling sufficient movements then please feel free to consult your gynaecologist regarding that
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Guardian of 0 children
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Q. #asktheexperts what should I listen to in 5 weeks
Dr Ghouse
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23 mins ago
A. five weeks only first trimester 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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