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Baby Teething Myths and Misconceptions that Parents Should Know
Science has moved ahead in leaps and bounds with improvements in baby care and a better understanding of how the growth and development of a child take place. However, there still remain various superstitions that trickle down from traditional thinking and continue to make parents and other relatives worry for the betterment of the child. One of the popular ones in this regard is the fever and teething myth along with numerous others that put an abnormal focus on the way a child’s teething seems to proceed. Knowing the distinction between myth and reality can help you handle the situation in a better manner.
Myths and Superstitions About Baby's Teeth
Teething is quite an important milestone in the development lifecycle of a child. We have put together a bunch of myths and the actual facts behind them, which can help you be better informed with what’s going on with your little one.
1. Myth
You shouldn’t use a toothpaste with fluoride for your little one since it can be quite dangerous for him and harm his new teeth.
Fact:
Yes, your baby might swallow everything that enters his mouth and this might make you worry about him eating up the toothpaste as well. This can be very well handled by using only a small amount of toothpaste while cleaning his teeth. Using toothpaste with fluoride is essential in protecting his new teeth from the formation of any cavities.
2. Myth
If teething starts with the baby's top teeth first, bad luck will befall his maternal uncle, which can even be a threat to his life.
This can be countered in a bunch of ways. Some of them involve the mother walking all the way to her home to meet her brother on the way. Other families choose to use a copper coin to touch the baby’s tooth.
Fact:
As ludicrous as it might sound, this is quite a popular myth, especially in the northern areas of the country. Even more ridiculous are the ways that this myth or curse can be countered. It is necessary to understand that an event as small as teeth erupting from the jaw cannot affect a random individual in any way whatsoever.
3. Myth
It is not good to start brushing the teeth of a toddler. He should get a few years older before he starts brushing his teeth. They don’t need any additional care as such.
Fact:
Your child’s gums might be a little sensitive and tender but his teeth need all the care they can get right from the time they emerge out of the gums. Using your fingers with a little toothpaste and massaging his gums as well as cleaning his teeth is essential the moment they appear.
4. Myth
The pain during the process of teething is not a good sign and it can be reduced by a sacrifice to the Gods by killing a rooster once the first tooth emerges.
A few regions believe in slapping the child’s face immediately once you spot the first tooth. Others revolve around kissing a donkey to transfer the pain to the animal, or hanging a raw egg above his crib.
Fact:
The ways to counter the myth of pain starts getting strange one after the other. Not only are they illogical but some of them can even cause harm to the baby and put him or other family members at risk of being injured and cause grievous harm. Using teething biscuits, toys and soothing your child is a much better option.
5. Myth
We need to visit the dentist only when we have a problem with the teeth. Children usually don’t need a dentist until they are more than 3 years old. Their first check-up can be delayed to the point they have all the teeth or the permanent teeth start emerging.
Fact:
Contrary to popular opinion, the role of the dentist is highly recommended the moment you start seeing teeth in your little one’s mouth. The emergence of the first tooth can give a good sign of the baby’s future dental health and give your dentist a good heads-up in case there might be a possibility of any dental problems emerging later on.
6. Myth
A tooth emerges in a child only after he is around 8 months old or so. If a baby is born with a tooth or two in his mouth, it is a sacrilegious sign and the mark of the devil himself. He is the vampire or a monster and the teeth needs to be pulled out immediately to stop him from becoming a bad person.
Fact:
This is just as ridiculous as any of the above myths... probably even more! Although there is no conclusive evidence that can explain the presence of tooth in the baby while it is in the womb, speculations have been made around hormonal reasons, exposure to certain growth stimulating substances, and so on. Nevertheless, if a tooth is present and seems to be quite loosely hanging, your doctor might choose to remove it to prevent any complications later on.
7. Myth
If a child gets teeth rather early, he will have siblings he can play around with, in the next year or so.
Fact:
Some babies do have teeth that erupt when they are 6 months old itself. But that has nothing to do with a woman getting pregnant. Everyone is well aware of the only process by which a woman can be pregnant and an eruption of a tooth has no connection to it.
8. Myth
If a baby starts having cavities in his teeth, they don’t need to be filled right away since the teeth are going to fall off anyway.
Fact:
Even if the teeth might fall later in life, the cavities themselves can lead to infections and can be extremely painful for the child later on. Filling them is a necessity and the more it is delayed, the more difficult it can get for the dentist to handle it.
9. Myth
Teething is always accompanied with fever, which can get troublesome for the child and needs to be medicated right away.
Fact:
Sure, there are a few symptoms such as disturbed sleep, irritation, and a slight increase in body temperature when teething occurs. But the temperature difference is minimal and cannot be categorised as a fever. If your child does have a fever, it is probably an indication of another infection or disease which needs to be attended by the doctor.
10. Myth
Using meat bones of chicken or other animals along with some healing beads for the baby to chew on can reduce the teething pain and protect the teeth as well.
Fact:
Although pressing the gums together can reduce the teething pain, using meat products or other herbal beads should be highly avoided, since the chemicals and other elements present in them can be fatal for the child. Make use of homemade teething biscuits instead.
The imagination and variety of Indian myths about baby teething can be quite an entertaining read. However, these shouldn’t be taken seriously and applied in real life as a problem to be resolved. Teething is a natural process and every child responds to it uniquely in his own way. It can, however, be a bit of a challenge at times, as with the eruption of each tooth comes pain and other symptoms. Stay informed about the various stages of teething, so that you’re armed with the tips and tricks to deal with each one of them as they come. A Baby Teething Tool will come in handy to help you out on this mission! Simply click on different parts of the image given to understand which tooth comes in at what age. You can also record the days on which your baby’s teeth come in one by one, or scroll through the tool to find more articles on baby teething.
Also Read: Signs & Symptoms of Baby Teething Read more
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Baby Skin Rashes & Conditions - Know All About It
Baby’s skin is delicate and susceptible to irritation, which often leads to skin conditions. Many of them aren't harmful and go away on their own. But sometimes a strange spot could be the indicator of something more serious. As a new parent, knowing about this will save you from a lot of unnecessary stress.
8 Different Types of Rashes
Your precious little bundle of joy spent nine months in your womb before it came out and said ‘hello’! This is a drastic change, and your baby – like a LOT of other babies – needs time to adjust to this change. Many skin problems in newborns are caused as a result of this. Here are 8 common baby skin rashes and conditions that your newborn may suffer from.
1. Pimples and White Spots
what Does it Look Like?
During the first few weeks, your newborn might develop tiny pimples on her nose, cheeks and forehead. You might also see tiny white spots on her face (called milia) or on her gums and/or palate (called Epstein pearls).
What Causes It?
Also known as ‘baby acne’, the pimples you see on a newborn are not related to hormonal changes of oil imbalance (as in the case of older children). The most likely cause of baby acne is yeast, a type of fungus. On the other hand, milia is caused by clogged oil glands.
How to Treat It
Newborn baby acne is self-limiting. This means, the condition does NOT need medication or medical attention and will improve and clear out on its own. Similarly, as your newborn grows older, her oil glands will open up, and the milia will disappear too.
2. Red Dots
what Does it Look Like?
Sometimes babies get red dots called petechiae, on the skin. The red dots look like small dots made with a fine-point pen.
What Causes It?
Petechiae is caused by the rupturing of blood capillaries. When the baby squeezes itself out of your birth canal, some of its capillaries may get ruptured, causing petechiae.
How to Treat It
Petechiae does not require medical assistance or attention. The condition will improve on its own in time.
3. Baby Eczema
what Does it Look Like?
Eczema makes the skin dry, scaly and itchy. Sometimes there might be tiny red bumps that ooze when scratched.
What Causes It?
Eczema is usually seen as a result of an allergic reaction. It is most common in babies whose parents have a history of allergies in the family. Eczema is not infectious but can cause your newborn a lot of discomfort.
How to Treat It
The best solution for eczema is to avoid the triggers: dry air, soaps and detergents, etc. Dress your baby in light clothes and use soft sheets to lay beneath him. Consult the doctor for the frequency of bathing, the use of proper soaps and moisturisers, and if the condition does not improve.
4. Diaper Rash
what Does it Look Like?
A diaper rash causes the skin around your newborn’s genitals to turn red, and sensitive. Your baby may cry if contact is made with the affected area.
What Causes It?
Moisture is the biggest enemy of baby skin, and diaper rashes are typically caused by trapped moisture. They may also be caused if there is a considerable delay before the newborn’s soiled diaper is changed.
How to Treat It
Prevention is the best cure for diaper rash. Make sure you keep your baby diaper-free for at least a couple of hours every day. Do not use highly absorbent diapers, as one tends to leave them on longer, thereby predisposing the little one to a diaper rash. Buy the correct size of diapers too (as tight diapers will not allow the skin to breathe).
5. Heat Rash
what Does it Look Like?
It is also called as prickly heat or ‘miliaria’. It appears as a red or pink rash all over the covered area of the body. It is itchy and might result in a burning sensation.
What Causes It?
Trapped heat is what causes miliaria in most babies. Moms tend to overdress their babies at times, keeping them covered even in warm or hot weather. This causes the skin to turn red and develop a heat rash
How to Treat It
A cool bath and loose, cool, cotton clothes are a good way to provide relief. Make sure you air your newborn’s skin well enough to allow it to cool down completely, before you dress her, especially after bathing in summers.
6. Spitting Rash
what Does it Look Like?
A spitting rash can be observed around the baby's mouth and on her chin too. It causes the skin around the mouth to turn red.
What Causes It?
A spitting rash, as the name suggests, is caused if the baby’s spit and drool is allowed to sit without being cleaned properly and in a timely manner.
How to Treat It
A spitting rash too is not a grave condition and does not require medication. Make sure you wipe your baby’s spit off her mouth and chin (irrespective of whether it is plain drool, or drool produced during feeding).
7. Blotchy Skin
what Does it Look Like?
During the first few days after birth, some newborns get blotchy skin. The condition – also known as ‘erythema toxicum’ – is characterised by tiny red pus-filled bumps all over the newborn’s body.
What Causes It?
Blotchy skin might sometimes be due to extreme cold weather. Some connection between blotchy skin and harsh detergents has also been drawn, but remain unproven. The most commonly accepted cause of erythema toxicum is the activation of the immune system when the baby comes out of the mother’s womb and is exposed to the environment.
How to Treat It
There is no specific treatment required for blotchy skin, as it is a self-limiting condition and will typically resolve within a couple of weeks.
8. Scaly Scalp
what Does it Look Like?
Also known as cradle cap, a scaly scalp is characterised by oily, yellowish scales on the crown of the baby's head.
What Causes It?
The surge of hormones experienced by a mother in the last few weeks of her pregnancy cause cradle cap in some babies. These hormones sometimes trigger oil production in the baby, leading to cradle cap.
How to Treat It
Cradle cap can be treated by applying oil or shea butter and scrubbing before shampooing with a mild baby shampoo. Breastfeeding is also thought to ease the condition.
WATCH: Paediatrician Jennifer Shu Explains Common Types of Baby Skin Rashes
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Key Takeaway: This video shows several examples of babies suffering from some of the common baby skin rashes that plague newborns. Watch paediatrician Jennifer Shu as she explains each condition.
Tips to Avoid Skin Rashes in Babies
Most of the conditions mentioned above are benign. They do not require medical attention or assistance. There are several things you can do to avoid your newborn’s sensitive, delicate and soft skin from getting damaged. Here are some general tips regarding the same.
Make sure you keep your baby clean at all times! While a bath may not be recommended for newborns, make liberal use of medicated baby wipes.
Moisture is the main culprit for most baby skin conditions. Ensure you never let moisture get trapped between the skin folds of your baby's body.
Neither under-dress your baby, nor over-dress her. An under-dressed baby is more likely to lose skin moisture, while an over-dressed baby is susceptible to excess heat.
Do not be afraid to ‘air’ your baby’s skin. Leave her free of clothing for a while, especially between changes and after a bath (for older babies).
As unbelievable as it sounds, baby skin does not require to be powdered! In fact, powder can cause the baby’s sinuses to be inflammed, or can even give the poor one a cough.
Babies need sunscreen too, as they too are susceptible to sunburns. Consult your paediatrician about the same.
Buy paediatrician-approved baby products.
While babies never come in direct contact with detergents, indirect contact is established through the baby’s belongings – her clothes, toys, bath-wear, napkins, etc. Make sure you use a very mild detergent for washing your baby’s belongings (including her toys).
Always wash your own hands thoroughly (with a mild hand-wash, needless to say!) before handling your baby. Also, make sure you yourself maitain good personal hygiene so as to never become the source of the infection!
Give your baby enough and quality nourishment to strengthen her body from within.
When to See a Doctor
Most skill subside on their own. It can take anywhere between 2 and 6 weeks for a skin condition to disappear. However, if your baby’s skin condition is accompanied by other symptoms, it is definitely a cause for worry! Watch out for the following:
Fever
Pain
Crankiness
Fluid-filled bumps
If the condition does not subside within a month’s time
Baby skin rashes, although they do not cause much harm, can look really unpleasant, and it may cause you a lot of distress to see your baby so. But remember, more often than not, there is no cause to worry! Make sure your baby is well-fed, clean, and well-rested, and the rash will disappear in no time. Read more
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15 Simple and Adorable School Hairstyle for Girls
A girl’s hair is her prized possession, and it defines her facial features strongly. Pulling off hairstyles that can make her look pretty might not be as easy as it seems. Knowing a bunch of easy hairstyles to do yourself for school can keep you in a better place in getting her ready for it.
Easy School Hairstyles for Girls with Short Hair
These are some easy hairstyles that can ease your morning routine.
1. The Quick Bow Bun
Getting ready for school quickly is always a matter of concern every day. This quick bun can help your girl put it up herself, and get a great look as well.
What You Will Need
A hair bow
Hairpins
Elastic bands
How to Do
Start by tying together as much hair as possible in a tiny ponytail of sorts.
Let go of some hair below it, using it to roll a bun out of the ponytail. Attach it with the lower hair together using the hairpins.
For the hair that is left out, divide them into separate sections. Twist this hair together and wrap them up at the bun’s base, pinning them in place as well.
To make the bun look prim and proper, use a cute hair bow that can go with her uniform as well.
2. The Classic Pony
One of the reasons why girls complain of a ponytail is that their hair seems to be tightly pulled, which can cause headaches, too. Here’s a style that’s convenient and carefree.
What You Will Need
Hairpins
Elastic bands
How to Do
Begin by tying all the kid's hair into a small ponytail, except for the hair in the frontal area.
Part this hair to one side. Take the hair from the other side and pull it behind, right across the top portion of the ponytail. Use hair pins to keep them close to the pony’s base.
Do the same with the other side of the parting as well. Your girl will look classy and confident with this hairdo.
3. Dutch Styled Pigtails
For girls that are very sporty, these pigtails can be a quick option to take care of your hair and convenient through all activities.
What You Will Need
Elastic bands
How to Do
Part the hair a little away from the exact centre right till the neck.
Start with the left side and pick all the hair from the front.
Divide them into three parts and begin braiding them together. Alternate between each side while braiding with the middle one, feeling free to add in extra hair from either section.
Once the braid is complete, secure the end using the elastic bands. Repeat on the other side. The hair would be fully secure and styled perfectly.
4. The Triple Hairdo
Time to rush for school with just 3 minutes on the clock? This hairstyle is how you can get her to look fancy easily.
What You Will Need
Hairpins
Elastic bands
How to Do
Tie her hair in 3 horizontal ponytails. Use elastic bands and loop them with each other right in the middle.
Using the hair out of the band, create tiny buns and hold them in place using hair pins.
5. A Side Braid
Even if your girl has short hair, a side braid can make her look very pretty for school.
What You Will Need
Elastic bands
How to Do
Brush all her hair to one side and tie a loose braid over the shoulder.
Secure the end of the braid with a band. Use hair pins if you’re tying a tight one.
Easy School Hairstyles for Girls With Medium Hair
For girls who want to go beyond the typical ponytail hairstyles for school, these easy hairstyles that go with medium-length hair would be the ones that you are looking for.
1. The Two-Way Braid
Having a tiny braid might not look good on you. But what if you put together two braids that hold each other behind your head? Try this out and see how good it looks.
What You Will Need
Some hair accessories
Hairpins
Elastic bands
How to Do
Start by dividing the hair into exact halves right through the middle of the head.
Use the hair on each side and braid it completely to the end. Use the bands to keep it in place.
Now, hold both the braids behind the head and tuck the ends under each other, folding them properly. Pin them in place with hairpins, making sure that both the braids hold each other.
You can use a nice hair accessory in the middle to cover the ends and add some beauty to the hairdo as well.
Alternatively, you can even take the braids above your head for a bolder style.
2. Ponytail with A Bump
Yes, ponytails might seem boring when done the usual way. But, this wonderful style can even give the illusion of longer hair quite effectively.
What You Will Need
Hair teasing brush
Fine Comb
Bumpit clip
Elastic bands
How to Do
To begin, place the bumpit clip where you want the pony to pop up.
Smooth the hair over that area using the comb. Make sure it is fully smooth.
Collect all the hair and tie a simple ponytail at first. Then, tease it down gently right till its base.
Smooth the remaining hair over the bumped portion, and your girl will look cooler than ever before.
3. Twisty Bun Hairstyle
Combating the summers with medium hair can be made effective with a styled bun that makes you look great as well as holds your hair well.
What You Will Need
Hairpins
Elastic bands
How to Do
Part the hair in two and make ponytails out of each one of them behind the head.
Now, further divide each ponytail into two parts and twist each section completely.
Intertwine these twisted sections now.
With two intertwined ponytails on each side, twist them together behind the head to form a bun and use hair pins to keep them together.
If it seems a bit too tight, you can loosen the bun a little as well to give a more casual look.
4. The Elsa Bun
Your girl might be a fan of the movie, Frozen, and this hairstyle. But is it possible to get this done in time for school? It sure is!
What You Will Need
Hairspray
Ribbons
Hairpins
Elastic bands
Comb
Separating clips
How to Do
Part all the hair to a side and use a comb to create another section from the ear to the opposite side, horizontally.
The remaining hair behind the separation can be kept in place with the hair clip.
Using the hair closer to the partition, separate it into two sections and begin creating French braids from it. This is done by alternating the front and back sections over each other and adding hair from the side for every twist.
Once the braid is complete, secure it with a band and tie a ribbon around it.
With the remaining hair, collect it all together and form a bun under the braid. Use hair pins liberally to keep them all together.
If your girl’s hair is too shifty, use hairspray to keep the style as it is.
5. A Waterfall Braid
While this style looks quite difficult to achieve, it would be the easiest for you when you do it once.
What You Will Need
Hairpins
Elastic bands
How to Do
Parting the hair to a side, pick a large portion from it and braid it fully.
With your index finger and thumb, pull a small section of hair through the gap in the first braid stitch. Repeat the same through each stitch of the braid.
With the waterfall in place, use hair pins to secure the end of the braid behind the head.
Easy School Hairstyles for Girls with Long Hair
Having long and lush hair is a blessing, but girls might find it too hectic to keep it all together. Unleash the compendium of hairstyles on her and let her bask in the glory of her beautiful locks.
1. Triple Ponytail with A Twist
The traditional ponytail would make her ho-hum in disappointment, but this twisted version of it can give her a glamorous look quickly.
What You Will Need
Elastic bands
How to Do
Begin by dividing the hair into two sections. Make sure this is done precisely from the centre of her head and right through to her neck.
Pick one section and tie it down into a low styled ponytail. Use this as the base.
Take some hair from the other section and create a quick braid by twisting it. Once done, tie this together with the previous base ponytail.
Take some more hair from the other section, and repeat the same, tying it below the base ponytail now.
Do the same till all the hair is tied properly, and you will have a lovely ponytail to flaunt away.
2. A Bubbly Ponytail
Ponytails typically make girls look too studious or nerdy. If your girl is looking for a cooler version of it, this style will make her fall in love with it instantly.
What You Will Need
Elastic bands
Hairbrush
How to Do
Begin the usual way by brushing all the hair completely to the back and tying it up into a ponytail.
Visually divide the ponytail into three sections. Tie a small band after the first section. Start pulling apart the hair in this section gently, widening up to form a bubble shape of sorts.
Now tie another band at the end of the second section and repeat accordingly. Keep the sizes same or in ascending order for an added variant to this style.
3. A Messy Bun
Giving your long hair some great style may not be possible in the everyday rush, but a messy bun comes to your rescue.
What You Will Need
Elastic band
Hairbrush
How to Do
Use the hairbrush liberally to remove any tangles within your hair.
Tie it in a ponytail and twist it fully.
Roll up the twisted hair and secure it above your head in the shape of a bun.
Push the hair ends under the bun and tie a band at the base.
Let the extra hair hang around your face or use hair pins to frame a better shape.
4. The Triple Braid
This style might look time-consuming, given its detailing and beautiful look, but takes a little as 5 minutes.
What You Will Need
Elastic bands
How to Do
Take all the hair and separate it into three parts. Braid each section fully and tie the end with a band.
Once you have three individual braids, consider each braid as a strand of hair. Now use them in the same manner, to create a mega braid of sorts.
Make sure this isn’t as tight as the typical braids to keep it comfortable for your girl.
5. The Rose Bun
A simple hairstyle will not work for your girl if she has a party or a celebration at school. Get this lovely bun to work for you.
What You Will Need
Hairspray
Hairpins
Elastic bands
How to Do
Separate the top hair into three sections and braid them individually. Pancake their left section with some hairspray.
Now, hold the top of one braid and roll its body around it, creating a circular bun. Use hair pins for each circle.
Repeat the same with each braid and push the ends under the bun for a complete look.
Figuring out hairstyles step by step for school may not be possible in the morning rush of getting her there in the first place. These style procedures can be quite handy to quickly get her ready and let her be her best self in the school.
Also Read: Simple and Cute Hairstyle Ideas for Your Little Girl Read more
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11 Cool Ways to Soothe Your Bad Shoe Bite
You spend hours looking for a matching pair of footwear to go with your favourite outfits. But what if a pair gives you painful blisters? Well, the how to get rid of shoe bites question has some easy enough answers!
Most women choose style over comfort, when it comes to their appearance, whether it is about clothes or footwear. But in the moments of sanity, you decide that you won’t indulge in frivolous spending. The very next day you lay your eyes on that gorgeous red pair of high heels and you simply can’t get it off your mind...impulsively you buy it.
You wear it once to a party and when you come back home, you realise that you have got a shoe bite. Wonderful! Too much spent for nothing...well, the time to return that expensive pair of heels may have gone by now, but there are some inexpensive shoe bite remedies that might heel your sore feet and soul. The pain from shoe bites can be agonizing but home remedies always work.
11 Amazing Home Remedies for Shoe Bites
A pair of new tight-fitting shoes or an ill-fitting shoes rub against the skin at the back of your ankle. It can cause shoe bites and lead to blisters. If left untreated a shoe bite can peel off the skin of your feet. So, it’s best to take preventive actions before it gets worse. Try these easily available shoe bite remedies and keep your feet happy!
1. Ice Cubes: The Instant Solution
Wrap some ice cubes in a clean cloth and place the cloth against the shoe bite for an instant relief. This home remedy is excellent for reducing swelling too, so don’t shy away from wearing your favourite pair of heels again.
2. Toothpaste: It’s Not Just for Cleaning Teeth
Do you know that toothpaste can do wonders for shoe bites? Squeeze out a little and apply it on the blisters. Let it stay for a while and clean it off with a damp cloth. Follow up with some petroleum jelly and notice how quickly it heals.
3. Healing Power of Aloe Vera
Another tip to cure shoe bite marks is to regularly apply aloe vera on the affected area. This miracle plant, known for promoting clearer skin, is soothing too. Being rich in anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, regular application of its gel helps in quick healing.
4. Dab on Some Aspirin
Who knew this painkiller could treat scars and blisters caused by your lovely shoes? You don't have to swallow it, though; crush a tablet and make a paste with water. Apply it to the affected area and wash your feet once it dries.
5. Heal with Honey
Honey is known to treat several skin and hair problems. It’s also your answer to how to get rid of shoe bites. Aside from reducing the pain, it’s effective in treating shoe bite scars. Use raw and organic honey and add a few drops of sesame oil to it and apply it on the blisters.
6. Rice for your Feet
The sooner you figure out what a shoe bite is and how to treat it, the sooner you can wear your favourite footwear again. Try treating it with rice by grinding it into a thick paste and applying it on the spot. Wash it off after it dries, and moisturize with a good cream.
7. Neem and Turmeric–an Age-Old Solution
The combination of neem and turmeric is anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, which is perfect for a shoe bite treatment. Make a paste of them by adding a little water. Rub it to the affected area and leave it on for some time. Then rinse off with warm water and your feet will thank you for taking care of them!
8. Pamper your Skin with Petroleum Jelly
Petroleum jelly is another effective shoe bite remedy. If a shoe bite is left untreated, it may harden the skin around the back of your ankle. Applying petroleum jelly softens the skin and also prevents that ugly shoe bite scar from deepening. Wash your feet, apply petroleum jelly on the shoe bite, and leave it overnight.
9. Almond and Olive Oil
We all are well-aware with the nourishing properties of olive oil. Olive oil is rich in vitamin E, which is known for its healing properties. And when olive oil is mixed with almond oil it can cure those excruciating blisters caused by a shoe bite. Apply the mixture of olive and almond oil on the affected area. Use this remedy twice a day for best results.
10. Lemon - Not Just for Lemonade
Lemon, known for its antiseptic properties, heals open wounds faster and prevents the scar. Lemon also provides relief from itching and prevents further infections. Moreover, lemon is an inexpensive natural shoe bite remedy. To treat shoe bite, squeeze a fresh lemon juice and apply it on the affected area using a cotton ball. Let it dry for some time and then wash with lukewarm water. For best results apply lemon juice twice a day for over a week.
11. Cure with Coconut Oil
If you are looking for an effective shoe bite treatment in your house, then stop scrounging, as it is right there in your vanity. Yes, it is coconut oil - don’t we all use it? But coconut oil has much more benefits than just shining and strengthening your hair. Coconut oil has anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties. Lauric acid, an active compound present in coconut oil can prevent blisters on heels caused by a shoe bite. Mix a few drops of coconut oil with 1 tablespoon of camphor and apply it on the affected area. This remedy helps alleviate pain, inflammation, and itching.
Shoe bites are extremely common and so are their remedies. What you need is some time and a little patience to soothe and heal your sore feet. A little care goes a long way and when dealt with quickly, you won’t have to contend with an ugly scar. Pamper your feet, they deserve it! Read more
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Fraught with uncertainties and confusing elements, pregnancy can be one of the most difficult changes to cope with. As any sane human being would do, comfort food seems like the best option to help tackle such crisis. However, mothers usually find themselves unsure of what food items they can consume without putting the health of the child at risk. These pregnancy Indian recipes from first trimester to the last one will keep you healthy and satiated.
15 Best Pregnancy Recipes
The diet of an expectant mother is one of the most important cogs in ensuring the health of your baby, so it must not be taken lightly, too. Comforting junk food inevitably seems like the best option, but care must be taken to avoid such bland, nutrition-less food. Here are some recipes for pregnant women that you can try.
Chicken and Tomato Pasta Recipe
A non-vegetarian with a tang!
What you will Need :
350 grams of dried penne pasta
100 grams of snow peas
500 grams of chicken breast filets
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp tomato pasta sauce
Salt
Pepper Powder
How to Make:
The pasta has to be cooked initially by following the instructions on the packet, usually by boiling it in water for a specified amount of time until it reaches the right consistency. While the pasta is being cooked, add the snow peas into the mix and stir lightly. The next step is to take the chicken and brush the pieces with oil and season them with salt and pepper as required. Cooking the chicken filets are done in a large frying pan until the filets attain a tender consistency. They are then allowed to cool, before being sliced diagonally. The chicken is then mixed with the pasta in another pan, in which the pasta sauce is being heated. After thorough mixing, your dish is ready to be consumed.
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip Energy Bars Recipe
A dish that is high in nutrition and energy!
What you will Need :
1 cup of peanuts (roasted)
1/2 cup of peanut butter
1 Tbsp of vanilla essence
1/2 cup of sunflower seeds
1/2 cup of chocolate chips
1 cup of oats
20 dates (pitted)
2 eggs
1 Tbsp of Kosher salt
How to Make:
Using a blender, mix the oats, peanut butter, sunflower seeds, peanuts and dates thoroughly. Separately, mix the eggs, vanilla essence and salt in a bowl. The two mixes are then churned in the blender again, to make a paste. The paste has to be folded into the chocolate chips, after that. Then, they are baked in an oven for 35 minutes, at a temperature of 200 degrees F. After letting the bars cool down; your delicious peanut bars are ready to be consumed.
Apple And Lettuce Salad with Melon Dressing Recipe
A fruit salad that goes easy on the stomach.
What you will Need :
1/2 cup of muskmelon purée
1/2 Tbsp cumin seeds (roasted)
3 Tbsp coriander (chopped)
Salt
Pepper Powder
1 cup of lettuce
1/2 cup of cabbage
1/4thcup of grated carrot
1/4thcup of red and yellow peppers
1/2 cup chopped apples
1/2 Tbsp of lemon juice
1/2 cup of bean sprouts
2 Tbsp of chopped grapes
1 Tbsp of chopped spring onions
Salt
How to Make:
The cabbage, carrots, lettuce and pepper have to be placed in ice-cold water for half an hour, before being drained and placed under refrigeration. The apples are placed in lemon juice and refrigerated. All the salad ingredients are then mixed well in a bowl. Dressing ingredients are to be blended and then added to the salad.
Banana Walnut Pancakes Recipe
A treat for those with a sweet tooth!
What you will Need :
¼ cup of banana puree
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup of whole-wheat flour
2 Tbsp of wheat bran
1/2 cup of milk
4 Tbsp of castor sugar
1/2 Tbsp of vanilla essence
1/2 Tbsp of baking powder
4 Tbsp of butter
Banana slices
Honey
How to Make :
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl, along with half a cup of water. Put on a frying pan over medium heat and melt some butter in it. The mix is then to be ladled in and spread evenly and tossed so that it cooks evenly on both sides. Serve the pancakes with banana slices and honey.
Bean Soup Recipe
A simple meal packed with proteins.
What you will Need :
3/4th cup of kidney beans
1/2 cup chopped onions
2 cups of chopped tomatoes
1 Tbsp finely of chopped garlic
1/2 Tbsp of chilli powder
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp oil
Salt
Sliced spring onions
Chopped coriander
How to Make:
The kidney beans are soaked in water overnight, while oil and chopped onions are cooked in a pressure cooker until the onions turn transparent. Add garlic, tomatoes, salt, chilli powder and let the mix sauté for a few minutes. After that, add beans and water, and let it pressure cook for 15 minutes. Using a blender, churn the kidney beans after it has cooled down. Heat the soup and add lemon juice. Use coriander leaves for garnish.
Broccoli and Baby Corn Stir-Fry Recipe
A healthy vegetarian dish
What you will Need :
3/4 cup of broccoli
1/3rdcup of baby corn
1/3rdcup of capsicum
1/3rd cup of onions
2 Tbsp of French beans
8 toasted cashews
1 Tbsp of finely chopped garlic
1 Tbsp of corn flour
A pinch of sugar
½ Tbsp of Black Pepper Powder
2 Tbsp of oil
Salt
How to Make :
Oil is initially heated over a high flame, in a wok. The garlic is added and then cooked for a minute. Then, add all the vegetables and stir-fry for some time. Mix half a cup of water to the cornflour and add it to the vegetables, along with seasoning. The mixture is then cooked for a minute and served with toasted cashews.
Drumsticks Leave Soup Recipe
A simple soup that is rich in flavour.
What you will Need :
2 cups drumstick leaves, chopped
One fourth cup shallots or pearl onions , finely chopped
1 tbsp ginger, finely grated
1 tbsp garlic, finely chopped
One fourth cup tomato, chopped
1 tsp cumin (jeera) seeds
One fourth tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp black pepper powder
4 cups water as required
Salt
Half tsp oil
How to Make :
Heat the oil in a pan, and add cumin seeds, garlic and ginger- saute until the mixture turns golden brown. The shallots are to be added, and sauteed until they become translucent. Add the tomatoes, drumstick leaves, turmeric powder, salt and water and bring the entire mixture to a boil. Put a lid on it as it boils and let it simmer for a few minutes. Run the mixture through a sieve after it has cooled to get a clear soup.
Vangi Bhaat with Peanuts Recipe
This dish from Karnataka is a combination of brinjal, rice and peanuts and is one of those Indian pregnancy recipes that you cannot miss.
What you will Need :
2 cups brinjal, chopped
1 cup rice, cooked
2 tsp peanuts
1 tsp curry leaves
1 dried red chilli
Half tsp black gram
Half tsp Bengal gram
One fourth tsp turmeric powder
1 tbsp coriander powder
1 tsp red chilli powder
1 tsp garam masala
One fourth cup tamarind extract
1 tbsp jaggery, crushed
2 tbsp coriander leaves, finely chopped
1 tbsp curry leaves, finely chopped
One fourth tsp mustard seeds
One-fourth tsp green chillies, chopped
Salt
1 tsp oil
How to Make :
Heat the oil with mustard seeds in a pan, and add the black gram, Bengal gram, red chilli, curry leaves and green chillies after the mustard has spluttered. Add the peanuts, and turmeric powder after a sautéing for a few minutes. Add brinjal to the mix, and after mixing thoroughly, toss in the coriander powder, chilli powder and garam masala. Again, add the tamarind extract and cook the mix for a few minutes. Add jaggery and salt to the mix, and cook until the tamarind water dries up. Rice is to be mixed gently with this mixture and garnished with coriander leaves.
Peanut and Fresh Vegetable Salad Recipe
For those who don’t want to tax their digestive tract, this is a good option.
What you will Need :
2 cups raw peanuts, shelled and pressure-cooked
One fourth cup carrots, chopped
One fourth cup broccoli chopped
One-fourth cup French beans, chopped
One-fourth tsp green chillies, chopped
2 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped
One fourth tsp chaat masala
Half tsp cumin powder
One fourth tsp pepper powder
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt
How to Make :
Steam all the chopped vegetables and mix all the ingredients in a bowl. The mixture is to be seasoned with pepper and lime juice. Serve the salad warm or chilled.
Mixed Vegetable Cutlet Recipe
A mouth-watering treat for those who like to feast on cutlets.
What you will Need :
2 large potatoes (aloo) chopped
Half cup French beans, finely chopped
Half cup carrots, finely chopped
Half cup peas
Half cup cabbage, finely chopped
Half cup onions, finely chopped
One fourth tsp turmeric powder
Half tsp chilli (Lal Mirch) powder
Breadcrumbs
Oil for frying the cutlets
Salt
How to Make :
Using a pan, heat the onions in oil until they turn translucent. Add the potatoes, French Beans, carrots, cabbage and salt, and mix well. Add chilli powder and turmeric powder, too. After mixing well, add some water and cook over a low flame until the vegetables are well-cooked and soft. Mash all the vegetables well and divide the mixture into ball-shaped proportions after it has cooled. After flattening the ball-shaped mix, they are to be rolled in breadcrumbs and placed in a pan to be fried until the skin turns golden-brown. The excess oil is drained by placing them in a plate layered with kitchen tissues.
Cabbage Rice Recipe
A simple, nutritious and flavourful meal that helps with digestion.
What you will Need :
1 ½ cups of cooked rice
1 onion, finely chopped
½ cup of shredded cabbage
1 capsicum, sliced
½ Tbsp of Pepper Powder
2 Tbsp of butter
Salt
2 Tbsp of grated processed cheese
How to Make :
Melt the butter in a pan and add the onions to be sautéd. The capsicum and cabbage are then added to the pan, and cooked until they become tender. Add rice and seasoning and garnish the mixture with cheese.
Cream of Celery Soup Recipe
This soup is a combination of tasty and healthy.
What you will Need :
1 Tbsp of butter
½ cup chopped onions
¼th cup chopped potatoes
1 ¼th cups of finely chopped celery stalks
2 Tbsp of corn flour
½ cup of milk
Salt
Pepper
1 Tbsp of fresh cream
How to Make :
Sauté the onions and potatoes for a few minutes, in butter. Add celery to the mix, along with two cups of water- let the mix come to a boil. Let the contents of the pan cool, and blend it using a blender. Strain the contents, and then transfer the soup into a pan and heat it. Mix the soup with the cornflour and half a cup of milk and add it to the pan along with seasoning. Let it simmer until the soup thickens.
Date and Banana Shake Recipe
This energy filled drink can be consumed during a hot day.
What you will Need :
1/4th cup of dates
1/2 a banana
1 cup of milk
4 to 5 ice-cubes
How to Make :
Soak the dates in warm milk for half an hour and churn it in a blender along with the other ingredients for a tasty shake.
Lemony Lentil Salad with Salmon Recipe
A dish for those who love seafood.
What you will Need :
1/3rd cup of lemon juice
1/3rd cup of chopped fresh dill
2 Tbps of Dijon mustard
¼th Tbsp of salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/3rd cup of extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 cup of diced cucumber
½ cup of finely chopped red onion
3 cups of cooked brown lentils
1 ½ cup of cooked salmon
How to Make :
Whisk the dill, mustard, salt, pepper and lemon juice in a bowl, and slowly add oil into the mix. Add cucumber, onion, salmon, lentils and bell pepper, and serve after tossing well.
Sprouts Cutlet Recipe
A quick snack to munch on that is high in proteins.
What you will Need :
2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and boiled
100 grams sprouts
½ cup of fresh coriander, chopped
Salt
8-10 cashews, coarsely chopped
1 Tbsp of corn flour
100 grams of breadcrumbs
Cooking oil
How to Make :
Mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl, and add coriander, salt, cashew, corn flour and sprouts into the bowl. From the mix, make small cutlets, and coat them with crumbs. Brush some oil on the surface, and shallow fry them until they have a golden-brown consistency.
Pregnancy may place some restraints in your diet, but that does not mean that you have to forego tasty food entirely. From the healthy food recipes for pregnancy above, you can still whip up something delicious and nutritious in a matter of minutes.
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