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23 Months Old Baby Food - Ideas, Chart and Recipes
Your baby is now able to walk, run, climb, and effectively communicate with you. Milestones such as these indicate a change in nutritional requirements as well. Ironically, toddlers who tend to have much more active lives than newborns, require fewer calories. However, this does not mean nutrition is not absolutely crucial. Generally, solid foods are started when the baby is around six months old, with a slow increase in variety, flavours and textures as they grow older. Around the age of two, your little one can eat almost anything you can with some minor exceptions. This article will help you understand the food requirements of your toddler, along with a few ideas and recipes you can use.
Video: Food Ideas for 23 Month Old Baby
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Nutrient Requirements for 23 Months Old Child
While the nutrients required by all human beings are basically the same, the quality and proportions differ when it comes to toddlers and young children.
1. Carbohydrates
Carbs or sugars provide energy for metabolic processes, making them an absolute necessity. As your toddler is going through rapid growth and development, reducing carbohydrates at this point is extremely dangerous. Carbs are also used by the brain in order to function.
2. Sodium
Sodium is touted as a dangerous substance in excess, especially those with high blood pressure. But it is also an essential nutrient, as it maintains blood pressure by controlling the buffer levels of blood electrolytes.
3. Fats
Fats, especially from healthy sources, is important in growth, organ development, the formation of nervous tissue and so on. Further, fats like omega-3 fatty acids, DHA and EPA, are among the most important dietary nutrients for a growing child.
4. Protein
As you already know, protein is required to build muscles, perform various body functions, act as enzymes, and so on. However, toddlers function better on a high carb low protein diet, as their growth spurts are not imminent at this age.
5. Iron
Iron is required in the formation of blood and efficient functioning of the circulatory system. Deficiency of iron is very common among children across the world. Initially, breastfeeding provides the iron required by the baby, but as they are weaned, they need better sources.
6. Water
Water is not technically a nutrient but is more important than all the others combined. Water acts as a solvent, without which not even a single metabolic reaction can occur in the body. Even the production of proteins, fats and carbohydrates in the body requires water.
7. Fibre
Fibre can be obtained from most carbohydrate-rich whole foods. It regulates the digestive system and helps in easy waste removal from the body.
8. Vitamins
Vitamins are chemical molecules that perform a wide range of bodily functions. They are responsible for blood clotting, skin maintenance, bone growth, energy production, and innumerable other activities.
How Much Food Does a 23 Months Old Toddler Needs?
Toddlers around the age of two, require approximately 1000-1300 calories every day, but this can change based on how active they are. Coming to the other nutrients, per day they require around 1 g of Sodium, 7 mg of iron, 12 g of protein, 140 g of carbs, 19 grams of fibre, 40 g of fat, and around 1.5 litres of water.
Best Foods for Twenty-Three-Old Baby
Here is a list of the best foods for twenty-three-month-old babies:
1. Fruits
Fruits are a delicious snack and come in countless colours, flavours and textures. They provide carbohydrates, antioxidants, fibre, vitamins, minerals and water. These nutrients are great for building the immune system and protecting your baby from infections.
2. Curds
Curds or yoghurt are a great food for children, especially those who find it difficult to process milk or have lactose intolerance. Curds are rich in probiotics, that is healthy intestinal microflora or bacteria. These bacteria are known to strengthen the immune and digestive systems.
3. Grains and Cereals
These foods include rice, wheat, barley, maize, quinoa, ragi, oats, millets and so on. They are great when it comes to energy, as they are rich in complex carbs. Ideally, you should feed your child whole grains, as the refined or processed versions have a lot of the surface nutrients degraded.
4. Veggies
Vegetables, like fruits, provide energy, fibre, minerals, water, fibre and antioxidants. They support metabolic functions as well as protect against diseases. Please ensure you wash them beforehand as there might be pesticides on the skins. Ideally, you should retain the skin as it contains a great deal of the nutrients.
5. Eggs
Eggs are an important source of protein and support your toddler’s growth and development. Eggs also contain important nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, Vitamin B12, iron and so on.
6. Lean Meat
Meats are also a great source of protein, much like eggs. In addition to supporting muscle development, lean meats like chicken and fish are rich in selenium, niacin, folate, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, phosphorus, iron and so on.
7. Bread
Bread, preferable the whole-grain kind, is both tasty and nutritious. Brown bread or multigrain bread contain fibre, vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, and protein in addition to energy-producing complex carbohydrates.
8. Milk
Milk is considered a whole food, as it is rich in proteins, fats, carbs, minerals, as well as vitamins. Further, the calcium and phosphorus in milk are essential in the formation of teeth and bones.
9. Ghee
Dairy products like ghee have they same properties as milk, but can be used in a variety of ways. Further, ghee can be used by kids with milk allergies, as the allergens, namely casein and lactose, have been removed during preparation.
10. Nuts
Nuts like almonds, cashews, walnuts, and so on are rich in healthy fats, which are essential for growth, development, circulatory health, the functioning of the brain, and so on. Fats also provide some amount of energy in slow-release form.
Video: Diet Plan for a 23-Month-Old-Baby
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23 Month Old Baby Food Chart / Meal Plan
Here's a food chart you can follow for your little one.
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 1, Day 1
Breakfast
Dalia (broken wheat)upma with grated carrot and milk
Mid-morning
Fruit chaat
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Bajra(pearl millet) puff porridge with almond powder
Dinner
Pav bhaji (not spicy) and spinach soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 1, Day 2
Breakfast
Banana pancake and chocolate milk
Mid-morning
Fruit juice
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Fruit custard
Dinner
Vegetable raita + vegetable pulav + moong dal soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 1, Day 3
Breakfast
Scrambled egg with toast and banana/apple milkshake
Mid-morning
Fruit juice
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
2-3 homemade cookies with milk
Dinner
Veg risotto
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 1, Day 4
Breakfast
Moong dal(split yellow gram)-spinach dhokla with green chutney
Mid-morning
Cut fruits
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Oats/jowar
(sorghum) puff porridge
Dinner
Chole paratha and pumpkin soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 1, Day 5
Breakfast
Sattu (gram flour mix) with milk, almonds & dates (sieved)
Mid-morning
Fruit chaat
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Banana/apple
milkshake
Dinner
Chicken or paneer(cottage cheese) curry with rice
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 1, Day 6
Breakfast
Idli with chutney or sambar
Mid-morning
Banana/apple
/any locally
available
fruit with
black salt
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Paneer
(cottage cheese)
-apple mash
Dinner
Methi(fenugreek)
thepla with aloo
(potato)
sabzi + curd
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 1, Day 7
Breakfast
Sabudana(sago)
khichdi with
cucumber raita
Mid-morning
Banana/apple/
any locally available
fruit
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Roti + jaggery + a glass of milk
Dinner
Soya patties with masoor dal(red lentil)soup and rice
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 2, Day 1
Breakfast
Vegetable upma + milk
Mid-morning
Chopped dates + almonds + cashews
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Bajra(pearl millet) puff porridge with almond powder
Dinner
Pav bhaji (less spicy) and spinach soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 2, Day 2
Breakfast
Ragi(finger millet)dosa + milk
Mid-morning
Plain khakhara mixed with curd
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Fruit custard
Dinner
Vegetable raita + vegetable pulav + moong dal(yellow split gram) soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 2, Day 3
Breakfast
Apple kheer + carrot paratha
Mid-morning
Mashed potato with grated paneer(cottage cheese)
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
2-3 homemade cookies with milk
Dinner
Varan bhaat
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 2, Day 4
Breakfast
Dalia(broken wheat)
Mid-morning
2-3 homemade cookies + milk
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Oats/ jowar(sorghum)puff porridge
Dinner
Chole paratha and pumpkin soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 2, Day 5
Breakfast
Makhana
(puffed lotus seeds)
kheer
Mid-morning
Masala makhana + banana milkshake
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Banana/apple milkshake
Dinner
Chicken or paneer(cottage cheese) curry with rice
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 2, Day 6
Breakfast
Atte(wheat flour)
ka sheera with milk
Mid-morning
Rajgira
(amaranth)
chikki dipped
in milk
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Paneer(cottage cheese)
-apple mash
Dinner
Methi(fenugreek)
thepla with
potato sabzi + curd
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 2, Day 7
Breakfast
Banana pancake with chocolate milk
Mid-morning
Broken chakli
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Roti + jaggery + a glass of milk
Dinner
Soya patties with masoor dal(red lentil) soup and rice
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 3, Day 1
Breakfast
Sabudana(sago)
kheer
Mid-morning
Phirni
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Homemade batata vada with green chutney
Dinner
Paneer(cottage cheese)
cutlets or grilled fish
with coriander tomato soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 3, Day 2
Breakfast
Egg paratha + kesar(saffron) elaichi(cardamom)
milk
Mid-morning
Cut fruits
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Paneer(cottage cheese)
with honey and almonds
Dinner
Baked beans
with toast
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 3, Day 3
Breakfast
Dalia (broken wheat) sheera with raisins, almonds and milk
Mid-morning
Ragi(finger millet)ladoo
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Poha (flattened rice)
Dinner
Apple with coconut- dahi(curd) chutney
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 3, Day 4
Breakfast
Oats waffles
with chocolate
milk
Mid-morning
Cut fruits
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any vegetable of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Methi
(fenugreek)
-bajra(pearl millet)
puri
Dinner
Mini roti + dal +
any sabzi of choice
+ a few slices of carrot/
cucumber /tomatoes
+ 1 spoon of coriander
/mint chutney
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 3, Day 5
Breakfast
Mixed dal (lentil)
chilla with mint
chutney
Mid-morning
Dates- skim milk
powder ladoo
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
French fries with
tomato chutney
Dinner
Lauki
(bottle gourd)
– methi
(fenugreek)
muthia with
buttermilk
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 3, Day 6
Breakfast
Thepla + chunda
+ 1 small glass
of kesar(saffron)
-elaichi(cardamom)
milk
Mid-morning
Banana/
apple
smoothie
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Dahi vada
(homemade)
Dinner
Shahi paneer with
paratha + tomato-
mushroom soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 3, Day 7
Breakfast
Oats-apple-
cinnamon
porridge
Mid-morning
Chana
(chickpea)
powder mixed
with
sattu + khajur(date)
ladoo + milk
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Aloo tikki with
mint chutney
Dinner
Paneer(cottage cheese)
cutlets or grilled fish
with baked bean soup
and grated carrot raita
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 4, Day 1
Breakfast
Parathas with milk
Mid-morning
Sattu(mixed gram flour)ladoo
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Almond-anjeer (fig)milkshake
Dinner
Grilled cheese sandwich with vegetable soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 4, Day 2
Breakfast
Poha
(flattened rice)
fruit juice
Mid-morning
Methi(fenugreek)
puri
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Paneer(cottage cheese)-
khakhara chaat
Dinner
Chole puri + lassi
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 4, Day 3
Breakfast
Thalipeeth + milk
Mid-morning
Mashed banana
/apple/any
locally available
fruit
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Peanut chikki + ½ cup of any locally available fruit
Dinner
Makki(corn) ki roti
+ sarson(mustard)
ka saag
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 4, Day 4
Breakfast
Banana/
egg white
pancake
Mid-morning
Fruit juice
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Banana/apple milkshake
Dinner
Mix vegetable-
paneer(cottage cheese)
paratha with tomato soup
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 4, Day 5
Breakfast
Seviyan upma
+ banana
/apple
milkshake
Mid-morning
Seviyan upma
+ banana
/apple
milkshake
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Palak(spinach)
soup with bread
sticks
Dinner
Paneer(cottage cheese)
cutlets or grilled fish
with coriander
tomato shorba
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 4, Day 6
Breakfast
Ragi satva
(finger millet malt)
with almond
powder
Mid-morning
Cut fruits
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Bajra(pearl millet) roti with milk
Dinner
Varan bhaat
Diet for a 23-month-old – Week 4, Day 7
Breakfast
Doodh poha with
chopped fruit
topped with
elaichi
(cardamom)
Mid-morning
Crushed til
(sesame) ladoo
Lunch
Mini roti + dal + any sabzi of choice + a few slices of carrot/cucumber/tomatoes + 1 spoon of coriander /mint chutney
Evening
Plain dahi(curd)
with locally
available fruit
Dinner
Soya patties with
masoor dal(red lentil)
soup and rice
Video: 23 Month Old Baby Food Recipes
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Food Recipes for 23 Months Old Baby
Here are a few food recipes for your 23-month-old baby that they will enjoy:
1. Breakfast Cereal
Breakfast cereal is a standard meal that can be varied to provide different flavours.
Ingredients
Half cup oats
Half cup milk
Half cup fruit juice
One tbsp honey
How to Prepare
Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Drizzle honey over the mixture. You can top it with nuts and raisins if you want.
2. Mixed Salad
This is a yummy meal that offers a wide range of health benefits.
Ingredients
Half cup milk
2 tbsp Greek yoghurt
Half cup berries, diced
Half cup boiled carrots
One sliced banana
One small cube of cheese
Two tbsp bran
How to Prepare
Boil the milk beforehand. Mix all the ingredients together and toss for even consistency. Add honey or ghee for taste.
3. Bean Rice
This lunch recipe is filling as well as delicious.
Ingredients
Half cup rice
Four tbsp cooked rajma beans
Half cup diced onions and carrots
Two tbsp milk
One tsp cinnamon
How to Prepare
Once the rice and beans have been cooked, mix them together. Then add the veggies, milk and cinnamon and mix well. You can also add a small pinch of garam masala, but only if your child can tolerate spices.
4. Macaroni and Cheese
This common recipe is employed around the world, and it is quite simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Half cup macaroni
Two tbsp grated cheese
Half cup chopped veggies like broccoli, bell peppers and carrots
Half cup milk
How to Prepare
Cook the macaroni until ready. Before it cools, add the cheese and allow it to melt. Then mix in the remaining ingredients until an even consistency is obtained.
5. Chicken Noodles
This non-vegetarian meal is high-protein. You can replace the chicken with vegetarian substitutes like tofu, soybeans, legumes, and so on.
Ingredients
Half cup chicken, cooked well
Half cup noodles
Two tbsp chopped carrots
Two tbsp shelled green peas
Half cup Greek yoghurt
How to Prepare
Cook the noodles, carrots and green peas together until ready. Mix in the chicken and yoghurt. You can add a pinch of pepper or turmeric for added flavour.
Feeding Tips
You can follow the below tips while feeding your little one.
Don’t allow your toddler to have sweet drinks during the day, especially between meals. Water is the preferred choice if they are thirsty.
Food items which are choking hazards include crisps, whole vegetables, nuts, bony meat, candy, chewing gum, popcorn, ice cubes and so on. If you need to use any of these, make sure they are sliced up well beforehand.
Ensure your toddler is sitting up while having their meals.
Allow them to indulge in physical activities as they provide various health benefits.
It’s fine if your baby spills while drinking. Simply replace their cups with a spill-proof one.
When serving fruits and veggies, make sure you extract cores, pits, seeds and rough peels.
Teach your toddler how to take smaller bites and make sure they chew their food properly before swallowing.
Establish a routine for mealtime, as this will avoid any hunger pangs or eating between meals.
Please ensure your child does not overeat during their meals, as this can cause weight gain, constipation, and various other complications.
Encourage your toddler to try different kinds of food, with unique tastes and textures.
Children know exactly when and how much they want to eat. As long as they are not too fussy, you should feed them according to their instincts. If they show disinterest, such as pushing away the food, turning their heads, spitting food out, refusing to open their mouth and so on, don’t force them to eat that food at that time. Just like us, babies and toddlers have their own tastes and act on them.
Disclaimer:
Each child is different and so use these meal plans as a trusted guide as per your discretion. You can modify the meals according to your child’s preferences / requirements.
Never force-feed a child.
While preparing formula, please follow the instructions on the box and use the measuring spoon provided with it.
While introducing solid food to a baby, initially, one needs to prepare watery gruels/soups. As a child gets older, the caretaker/ mother has to increase the thickness of the liquids slowly according to the child’s capacity to swallow. Foods that are too thick can cause stomach upset/ unnecessary load; while excessively watery food might cause the child to remain hungry.
Some kids may eat less on some days and that is absolutely alright. However, if a child eats less for more than 3-4 consecutive days, please visit a doctor to guide further.
A child may eat less during the teething phase or if he/she may not be feeling well. You could increase breast milk /formula feeds on those days. Re-introduce the foods once the child is back to normal.
Don’t stop feeding if the child is suffering from diarrhoea.
You can alter the taste of the food by adding some natural flavours like cinnamon, jeera powder, lemon juice, curry leaves etc. if the child doesn’t accept the food initially.
If your child suffers from an allergy to nuts, gluten or eggs, please consult your doctor before feeding him/her any foods that may contain them.
Also Read: 2 Year (12 to 24 month) Old Baby Food Chart Read more
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Baby Puts Everything in Mouth - Reasons and Tips to Stop
A baby will explore his environment and learn from it. As the baby’s immune system develops and adjusts during the first year, the young one will use all senses, that is, smell, touch, see, taste and hearing. With those tiny hands, the baby will first grasp and then move the hand straight into the mouth. This process of exploration is called ‘mouthing’ and is perfectly normal. Let’s look at why they do this, what are the risks of doing so and what precautions should be taken in this phase.
Why Do Babies Put Everything in Their Mouth?
In the first year, with your baby putting toys in the mouth, you are sure to be concerned and will try to prevent it. However, the mouthing process is perfectly normal and means that the baby is learning to explore, taste, see, touching, hold, hear, smell and lick everything. The mouth and hands are baby’s ways of exploring and learning about different shapes, textures, materials, odours, tastes, sounds and so much more.
Are you wondering when do babies start putting things in the mouth? Young babies try to put their fists in the mouth. Maybe even their feet! It is fine until they are about 7 months old. Then they are in control of their hands and use their mouth to explore. Slowly the flailing hands start to grasp objects and then control them to move it into the mouth. The process of exploration moves into reaching, shoving, grabbing, swatting, patting and so on. They learn what tastes good and what doesn’t and have the most divine fun exploring even yucky things that mothers would never dream of putting in baby’s mouth.
Babies also learn to suck on the thumb which is their way of communicating and responding to stimuli like hunger, boredom and so on. Most mothers discourage this habit and rightly so as prolonged thumb sucking can have many negative effects.
What Are the Possible Risks of Putting things in Mouth?
Baby can choke on its positive journey of explorations. The not-so-easy thing to do is to ensure that small objects cannot be reached by those tiny hands. Get down on the floor at baby’s eye levels and look around at what objects are harmful. A thumb-rule to follow is to ensure that objects that pass through a toilet-paper tube are unsafe. Rough-edged objects, toys that can be broken into pieces, glass objects, the pet’s food bowl, standing buckets of water etc will be explored and can lead to scratches, bruises, and even accidents.
Yes, mouthing cannot be prevented. During the process babies even lick objects on the floor. The best way to prevent infections is cleanliness and frequently cleaning floors, toys and surfaces baby is in touch with. Don’t worry about it as infections are caused by viruses and bacteria that an ailing person has.
Since this phase has many positive outcomes just ensure that your baby doesn’t share toys with a sick child. Clean and wash all toys, linen, and surfaces with a mild disinfectant and encourage the little one to play in groups. They learn while having fun to touch faces, bump their noses, give kisses, taste everything from blankets, their clothes and whatever catches their imagination. Group play and supervised exploration is the key to a safe mouthing phase. A little bit of dust and germs that cannot be prevented won’t make the baby sick.
When Do Babies Stop Putting Everything in the Mouth?
Starting as early as 7 to 12 months, babies start mouthing objects. Normally by the age of two years, fingers are used to explore. And by the age of three, most children would have stopped putting objects into their mouths. If your child is still getting everything into his mouth and sucking his thumb at the age of 4 years you must check with the doctor to build in corrective practices.
Precautions to Take During The Mouthing Phase
With your baby chewing on everything here are some precautions for a safe and not obsessive parenting experience.
1. Clear out small objects
Check, recheck and remove any mouth-sized objects from baby’s reach. (Loose change, pet food bowl, small toys, marbles and anything that can fit into baby’s mouth). You will also need to clear out chemicals, cosmetics, and the like that can be potentially dangerous.
2. Rely on positive reinforcement
Do not yell at your baby if he is about to put something into his mouth that isn't safe. Instead, replace it with something that is safe.
3. Practice 'no'
It is best to teach your baby what 'No' means so that he can stop mouthing things when he is asked to.
4. Teethers
It is very likely that baby's put things in their mouth to chew due to teething. To prevent this you can get some teething rings and give them to him. You can also freeze them to give your little one relief from the teething pain.
The mouthing phase lasts a little while and can be made into a safe exploratory journey for both you and the baby. Enjoy this communicative and exploratory phase with a not very obsessive germ-phobic attitude and all will be well.
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Naming your baby is one of the greatest joys of your life and a naming ceremony is intended for that occasion. Ceremonies may seem difficult to set up and organize but it doesn't have to be that way. In Hinduism, Namkaran is an auspicious day for naming your baby. Traditionally, naming ceremonies are held right after birth but that's not always the case. Some parents choose to host iT before their child's first birthday while others pick specific months for the occasion. Either way, if you're hunting for ideas on how to make this special day even bigger, we've got you covered.
Tips to Throw a Perfect Naming (Namkaran) Ceremony
Use these tips to make sure that your naming ceremony or namkaran goes exactly the way you want-
1. Prepare Your Invite List
There may have been times when you wished a certain someone didn't show up. That's why we have an invite list. If you don't want to invite someone, make it clear that anyone without invites cannot enter the premises that day.
2. Don't Let Everyone Hold Your Baby
Your baby is too young and new to this world to understand who is who. Letting everyone come near and hold your baby may traumatize him or make him cry.
3. Give Your Baby Some Space
Make sure there's a private area arranged for you and your baby. Because you'll need it for feeding times, changing dresses, and giving him/her some downtime when they feel overwhelmed seeing so many faces in one day.
4. Get the Essentials Ready
From baby formulae, water, diapers, feeding bottles, change of clothes, and more - get the essentials ready. You don't want to be running around looking for basic stuff when it's a big day and you intend to celebrate.
5. Make Sure Nap Time Doesn't Coincide
You ideally want to host your naming ceremony at a time when your baby doesn't nap or sleep. That's an important step to follow.
6. Set a Budget
This might not sound like a fancy a tip but it's important. Don't splurge unless you have the money to. Set up a budget and stick to it no matter what. You want to have a ceremony that's fun, fits your bills, and doesn't stress anyone one regarding money matters.
Appealing Ideas to Celebrate Your Child's Naming Ceremony
Here are a few ideas to make sure your child's naming ceremony becomes special and full of happy memories:
1. Turn on Some Music
Music sets up the theme, mood, and environment for the occasion. In the olden days, you may have played some traditional tunes but parents are getting more modern and trendy as the years go by.Try R&B Soul music or if you like the classics, the Jazz and Blues work just as well.
2. Go Green
Since it's a special day, why not take the time to set up the venue and food in a way that it's eco-friendly? Use recyclable and biodegradable containers and plates, set up some potted plants, and try to see if the venue has a lawn or a green corner to relax on for the occasion. It's about making those positive vibes happen and going green is a surefire way to do just that.
3. Hire an Event Organizer
This may sound like non-traditional advice but hiring an event organizer will make the day go by so much smoother. Event organizers or party planners take care of setting up the venue, making sure the birthday hats, food, and other materials for the day are in place, and basically take care of your ceremony woes. Plus, unexpected things like delay in the food arriving, wrong guests, or unexpected situations may crop up. They're experts in dealing with those and give you new perspectives.
4. Snap Your Memories
Just like you'd hire a wedding photographer for the grand day, the same goes for your naming ceremony. Go through professional photographer portfolios and see what you like.Try to find photographers with expertise in naming ceremony photography niche because that way, you'd get unique shots and not a professional who has to adapt to the situation.
5. Make Food Awesome
You don't have to stick to a traditional Indian menu in your naming ceremony. With a halal menu, you have so many options. From tapioca pudding to fish and chips, biryanis, pizzas, and Arabian cuisine, you could make your menu the fusion variety. Again, an event organizer will give you better ideas on how to set up or prep the menu based on your budget.
6. Use Different Colored Balloons
We're a huge fan of balloons since they literally make parties (or any ceremony for that matter) colourful. Use strings and ribbons and make sure you have a wide variety for some fun. Put simply, they'll make your namkaran day extra gorgeous and more joyful.
7. Give Your Guests Flowers
The people you've invited have chalked out precious time to come and celebrate with you. Why not make them feel special by handing some flowers over whenever they walk in? They'll definitely remember this day for life that way.
8. Outfit Matters
Your baby is the centre of attention and the main reason behind celebrations. Make sure he feels comfortable by wearing loose and snug-fitting clothing. Go easy on the jewellery and try not to crown them with garlands since it irritates the hair.
If you want to go really crazy with the celebrations, think backdrop. The way the colour palette blend in and guide guests' eyes from the moment they enter to the music playing and the way elements are arranged - these are the little things that make the celebrations truly euphoric. Again, talk to an event organizer, discuss with your family and friends, and start getting ready.
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Almost every couple dreams of building a family. They dream of bearing a child and nurturing it with the best of their abilities. However, at times, medical or lifestyle reasons can hinder the process and stand in the way of conceiving. This article will provide in-depth knowledge of the reasons why one may not conceive.
Major Reasons for Not Getting Pregnant
If you have been trying unsuccessfully for a while and the thought of “why am I not getting pregnant” disturbs you, here are some of the possible reasons behind the problem:
1. Lack of a Healthy Sex Life
Surprisingly, this is one of the main reasons for not conceiving. The timing of intercourse should be such that it is 1 to 2 days before the fertile period of ovulation. It is not enough to just enjoy the act during this window but rather enjoy it every other day. Too much or too little is cutting it too close. While too much sex can lead to burnout and a loss of interest in intercourse during the fertile period, too little sex can also lead to missing the fertile period as you may not always be able to correctly assess when you are ovulating.
2. Being Nervous during Intercourse
If you are not enjoying the act, then your body is stressed and will not go through the natural processes. Somewhere, there may be a glitch, and your body will end up not desiring the act and negating it. It is important that you enjoy and let your instincts take over.
3. Being Stressed
When a body is stressed, it seeks rest and a way to relax. Intercourse, being a physical process, hinders this desire of the body. Rather than relaxing it, it makes you more irritable and exhausted. Under such circumstances, the body is in no condition to receive and aid in growing a baby in the uterus.
4. Using the Washroom Soon After Sex
It is natural to feel the need to wash up once you are done or just relieve yourself. It is important, however, that you don't rush into this but rather stay in bed for a minimum of 20 minutes. This gives the sperms enough time to stay in your uterus and swim up to find the egg. It increases the probability of multiple sperms reaching the fallopian tubes where the egg is located and fuse with it. If you are running into the washroom soon after sex, the sperms have no time to reach the egg but rather are pulled out of the body due to gravity and during the wash.
5. Smoking or Drinking
Smoking or drinking greatly reduces your ability to produce germ cells (eggs in the females and sperms in the males). Smoking or drinking pulls down the body's ability to produce healthy germ cells.
6. Working Out Too Hard
When you subject yourself to strenuous workout routines, the uterus goes through a lot of pressure, and this disrupts the natural cycle and lowers the chances of a pregnancy. You can continue your routine but not as extensively. Jog at a lower speed than usual or do a cardio work-out but with fewer repeats and strain.
7. Not Hydrating Yourself Enough
Water flushes out all the toxins in the body, keeps you fresh, and regulates the metabolism to function perfectly. Not being hydrated enough can interfere with your ability to conceive.
8. Medical Conditions
There could also be medical conditions behind problems in conceiving. Either of the individuals in a couple could be affected by conditions that could cause trouble getting pregnant. A few of the factors have been named in the table and discussed in detail in the article.
In Males
Sperm morphology, semen diseases, hormonal imbalance, diseases, previous surgeries, genetic factors, etc.
In Females
Irregular periods, low number of eggs, hormonal imbalance, anatomical abnormalities, previous surgeries, genetic factors, etc.
Causes of Infertility
A couple is considered to have primary infertility only if they are unable to conceive naturally after trying for a year. As mentioned earlier, infertility could be due to various reasons. These conditions can be diagnosed by an andrologist (male) or a gynaecologist (female) and can be corrected accordingly.
In Men
Male infertility happens when:
They produce sperms which are morphologically abnormal
They produce a low number of good quality sperms or produce non-motile sperms
Genetic abnormality leading to sterility
A sexually transmitted disease (STD) which has caused abnormality
Lifestyle problems
In order to understand where the problem lies, your doctor will subject you to a physical exam, and ask you personal questions about your sex life, eating habits, and various other questions. In case the need arises, they will ask you to undergo a semen and sperm analysis test. Based on the results, further specific tests will be done.
1. Physical Examination
The doctor checks for any abnormalities in the sexual organs. For example - undescended testicles (a condition where the testicles have failed to enter the scrotum after birth. This could hamper the sperm production), tumours, and abnormal growths which hamper the proper functioning of the organ
2. Hormone Evaluation
Testosterone is the main male sex hormone. This regulates the growth and production of sperms. If the body has an abnormal level of this hormone, sperm production does not follow the normal cycle.
3. Sperm and Semen Analysis
This test checks for the number of sperms, number of motile sperms, the morphology of sperms, amount of semen present in one ejaculate, and consistency of the semen. If these differ from the normal grade, various other tests are done to pinpoint exactly what is causing the issue.
4. Anti-Sperm Antibodies
In some cases, the body makes abnormal antibodies which attack sperms once ejaculated. These antibodies kill the sperms and do not allow them to penetrate and fertilise the egg.
5. Varicocele
This is a common condition which occurs mostly in the legs of those who continue to stand throughout the day. Veins swell up and cause obstructed blood flow leading to muscular damage to that area. This also occurs in the veins present in the testis. A varicocele in the testis lowers the sperm quality. This condition can usually be reversed.
6. Tumours
Tumour growth in the reproductive tract can damage the functioning of the system. These malignant tumours can affect the glands that release the sex hormone, affect the production of cells, or obstruct the passageway. Sometimes, this condition can be corrected through chemotherapy. However, chemotherapy may also cause the organs more damage, and the germ stem cells may acquire genetic flaws.
7. Abnormal Sperms
There are various factors that affect sperms, rendering them abnormal and losing their ability to fertilise an egg.
Oligozoospermia
In this case, there is a lowered level of sperm production. On a broad spectrum, this condition is caused due to hormonal anomaly, poor health, or anatomical irregularity.
Asthenozoospermia
This is a condition where the sperm motility is hampered. Sperm cells need to be highly active and motile in order to swim through the vast distance to reach the egg cell and fertilize it. If these sperms are "lazy" or not active enough, they are unable to do so and fail to aid in pregnancy.
Teratozoospermia
This term refers to morphologically hampered sperms. If there are any damages to the structure of the sperm cell, it gets naturally aborted or the viability gets drastically reduced.
Azoospermia
This is where the semen contains no sperms. It has varied forms, most of which can be medically corrected.
Pretesticular
In this case, due to hormonal imbalance, the testicles do not receive a healthy dose of testosterone to produce sperm cells.
Testicular
Here the organ itself is abnormal, damaged, or the sperm production is fully absent or not up to the optimum level.
Post-Testicular
In this case, sperm cells are produced but are not ejaculated into the semen. The main underlying cause is due to an obstruction or absence of a tubule. This condition is pretty rare and can be surgically corrected.
Leucocytospermia
This condition defines a semen sample which contains a high number of white blood cells. There are cases of asymptomatic conditions which have an increased production of white blood cells in the semen. According to research, this could be due to an unhealthy lifestyle or an actual bacterial infection. Rarely, sperms from such samples have had a high probability of fertilization during artificial reproductive techniques but when it comes to the archaic way, such samples have been associated with borderline infertility. The condition can be fully reverted to antibiotic treatment.
Aspermia
Here, men experience a "dry ejaculate" where the semen with the sperms is not released from the penis but reverts to the bladder. This happens due to retrograde ejaculation or an obstruction. Both of these can be surgically corrected.
Necrozoospermia
This is a condition where the sperms are non-motile. It refers to dead sperms in the ejaculate.
8. Retrograde Ejaculation
In this case, the ejaculate moves back into the bladder instead of exiting through the penis. This occurs either due to a previous pelvic surgery or when the vans deferens (tube connecting the testis to the penis) is missing because of a genetic condition.
9. Obstruction
There can be an obstruction anywhere from the testes till the penis, and this does not give a clear passage for the sperms to move out.
10. Problems with Sexual Intercourse
This occurs due to various reasons such as:
Erectile dysfunction - The erection is not maintained for a sufficient amount of time
Premature ejaculation - Where the orgasm is reached before semen and sperm cells are mixed
Anatomical anomalies - Where the parts of the anatomy are not how they are supposed to be
Physiological or relationship problems that interfere with the act
11. Celiac Disease
It is basically a digestive disorder due to sensitivity to gluten. One of the symptoms happens to be infertility. Adopting a gluten-free diet can reverse the condition.
12. Certain Medications
Some medications can disrupt sperm production and lead to infertility. A few of them are -
Testosterone replacement therapy
Long-term anabolic steroid use
Cancer medication
Certain antifungal medications
Some ulcer drugs
13. Prior Surgeries
Infertility could be a side-effect of surgeries previously undertaken by the individual. These can always be corrected through another corrective surgery. Some of the surgeries which could lead to such an effect are -
Inguinal hernia repairs
Scrotal or testicular surgeries
Prostrate surgeries
Cancer surgeries on testicular or rectum
Vasectomy
14. Idiopathic Infertility
In common terms, this refers to a condition where the causal factor cannot be pinpointed to a particular trait or a missing element.
15. Genetic Anomaly
Due to some genetic factors, men are rendered sterile. The chromosome gets silenced or it goes missing or in some cases a microdeletion in the Y chromosome causes the testis to produce abnormal sperms. This being a birth defect has no cure or treatment course.
Certain environmental factors can also bring about infertility in males. These factors influence the traits with a force equal to that of genetic characters. Some of these are -
Exposure to industrial chemicals can lead to low sperm count. e.g.: Benzene, Toluene, etc.
Radiation or X-rays cause DNA damage leading to abnormal cells which are killed inside the body.
Increased temperate can kill the sperms in the testicles.
Prolonged exposure to fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides like nitric oxide reduces sperm motility and viability and impairs the ability of the sperm to penetrate the oocyte. Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (commonly called DDT) affects sperm count.
Low-grade plastics can enter the body when used to store food, get mixed in the bloodstream, reach the male reproductive system, and affect the sperm count, motility and viability.
In Women
A woman’s body needs to be in good health in order to conceive since it has to undergo the physical changes to nourish a growing, healthy baby. Thus, your health needs to be checked if you are having problems in conceiving. Some issues women face may be because of the following reasons:
Ovulation problems due to hormonal imbalances, tumours or cysts, eating disorders, thyroid gland problems, excess weight, stress or extremely brief menstrual cycles
Pelvic inflammatory diseases, endometriosis or fibroids, scar tissue or adhesion
A previous ectopic pregnancy, previous birth defects, etc.
All these factors affect the working of a woman's body towards a healthy pregnancy. The main factors that contribute to causes of infertility in females are -
1. Disruptive Menstrual Cycles
In this case, the cycles are either too long (35 days or more), too short (less than 21 days), irregular, or not occurring. Under such conditions, a mature egg is not being released for pregnancy to occur.
2. Ovulation Disorders
This is related to the above disorder. This condition persists due to either of the factors stated below -
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
Due to hormonal imbalances, an egg is not released but rather persists inside the ovaries in the form of fluid-filled cysts.
Hypothalamic Dysfunction
Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and leutanizing hormone (LH), which are produced in the hypothalamus, are responsible for regulating the growth, maturation, and release of an egg every month. If there are any disruptions to these hormones, the proliferative stage gets disrupted.
Premature Ovarian Failure
This is a disorder where the premature eggs are lost in the ovary without ever maturing due to an autoimmune disorder, genetic factors, or hormonal causes.
High Levels of Prolactin
A high amount of prolactin in the body reduces the production of oestrogen which is responsible for the maturation and proliferation of eggs. This could be caused due to a medication or an anomaly in the pituitary gland.
3. Tubal Infertility
This condition refers to a physical obstruction or damage to the fallopian tubes which connect the ovaries to the uterus. Fertilisation occurs in these tubes after which the zygote travels down into the endometrium. Some of the reasons for this problem are:
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, or any other STD can cause inflammation of these tubular cells leading to a blockage
Previous surgery in the abdomen or the pelvis
Pelvic Tuberculosis
This is a bacterial pelvic infection. Once the bacteria infect the lungs, it reaches the bloodstream and gets transported to various parts of the body. Fallopian tubes form the perfect area for these bacteria to reside. This causes inflammation and blocks off this segment of tissue from various other forms of response from the body.
4. Endometriosis
This is a condition where the tissue growth occurs in sites other than where it is supposed to grow. It tends to outgrow into the surrounding area. Upon correction through surgery, the healing process leaves scars. These scars, if in the fallopian tubes, tend to block them. If in the uterus, they can disrupt the implantation of a zygote in the endometrium.
5. Uterine or Cervical Causes
Several factors can disrupt the process of implantation or increase the chances of miscarriages.
Fibroids or tumours in the uterus which can block the fallopian tubes
Endometriosis scarring
Uterine abnormalities present from birth
Cervical stenosis: where the uterus is narrow and cannot support pregnancy
Inability to produce the optimum amount of mucus which aids in the travel of sperms into the fallopian tubes
6. Not Enough Healthy Eggs
A woman is born with a particular number of eggs in her ovaries. As she ages, these eggs mature every month and get reduced in number. If there are not enough premature eggs present in the body, the chances of pregnancy reduce drastically.
7. Chronic Medical Illnesses
These conditions are those which persist in the body for a long time and disrupt the functioning of the other organ systems in the body.
Chronic liver and kidney diseases impact the functioning of pituitary glands leading to infertility.
Cystic fibrosis causes the production of thicker cervical mucus which makes it harder for the sperms to penetrate the cervix and enter the uterus.
8. Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid problems can cause unintentional weight loss leading to no ovulation.
9. Chemotherapy
Due to the reverberated chemical factors in the body, the eggs get affected and are killed off in this duration. Women can freeze their eggs before undergoing chemotherapy so as to implant them after for a pregnancy.
10. Lifestyle
Different factors of your lifestyle greatly influence your fertility.
Age: After the age of 30, follicle loss increases, resulting in a lower number of good quality eggs.
Smoking: This damages the fallopian tubes and the uterus. The risk of miscarriages and chances of an ectopic pregnancy also increase.
Weight: An increased or decreased BMI greatly influences your body's ability to support a pregnancy.
Alcohol: It decreases healthy egg production.
11. Diabetes Mellitus
It has been observed that women with Type 1 Diabetes have an increased risk of delayed puberty, menstrual irregularities, hormonal imbalances, PCOS, low number of live births, and early menopause.
12. Coeliac Disease
This is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten in the diet. Non-gastrointestinal symptoms of this disease are observed to be late puberty, menstrual irregularities, and a higher risk of pregnancy complications.
13. Drugs/Medication
The drugs used to treat diseases also have the ability to cause infertility. A few of them are:
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
neuroleptic medicines (used to treat psychosis)
spironolactone (a medicine taken to reduce fluid retention)
14. Stress
This is a factor that mostly results in a hormonal imbalance which leads to irregular periods.
15. Xenohormones
These are substances present in the environment which are absorbed by the body through the skin. Once absorbed, they decrease the level of progesterone which reduces fertility. These substances are mostly present in car exhausts, plastics, pesticides, emulsifiers in soaps and cosmetics, etc.
16. Prolonged use of Birth Control Pills
The birth control pill (also prescribed for fertility issues such as PCOS or endometriosis) has been linked to fertility issues in some women.
17. Unexplained Infertility
Unexplained infertility is where the cause is never found. It could be due to several minor factors or a culmination of factors present in both individuals of a couple.
18. Genetic Factors
This is where the genes encode for abnormal anatomy, abnormal hormonal levels, etc., leading to sterility in an individual.
Health and Other Causes of Infertility
1. Drug Abuse
Anabolic steroids which are taken to increase body mass have been observed to shrink the testicles and lower sperm production
2. Alcohol Use
Alcohol lowers testosterone production which causes erectile dysfunction and sperm production
3. Emotional Stress
Stress hampers the normal hormonal cycle which in turn affects the sperm production
4. Wearing Tight-Fit Clothes
This has also been linked to problems in fertility due to reduced sperm production
Fertility Tests
Fertility tests help identify the issues that could be triggering problems in conceiving. They must be taken by both the man and the women if conception is taking time. Here is a list of the tests you may need to go for if you detect any signs that you can’t get pregnant.
1. For Men
These tests are used to image the anatomy of a man to deduce the anomaly present.
Semen analysis
Tests for sperm abnormalities, sperm count, sperm number, sperm mobility
Hormone tests
Test for testosterone, FSH, LH, and prolactin
Urinalysis
Test for presence of white blood cells indicating infection
Vasography
X-ray exam to determine blockage or leakage of tubes
Ultrasonography
Exam used to detect blockages in the reproductive tract, prostrate duct, seminal vesicles, ejaculatory ducts
Genetic testing
A DNA analysis to determine any genes causing infertility
2. For Women
These female infertility tests are used to image the anatomy of a woman to deduce the anomaly present.
Ovulation testing
Detects the surge of ovulation-inducing hormones to analyze a menstrual cycle
Hysterosalpingography
Detects the abnormalities in the uterine cavity. X-ray contrast in injected and observed under X-ray exposure
Ovarian reserve testing
Detects the number of good quality eggs present in the ovaries
Hormone testing
Hormones related to ovulation, pituitary and thyroid are checked
Laproscopy
Invasive technique where using a thin incision an optical tube is inserted to clearly view uterus, endometrium and fallopian tubes
Ultrasound
Uterine and fallopian tube anomalies are deduced. This test may be conducted if the woman is ovulating but not getting pregnant
Genetic tests
A DNA analysis to determine any genes causing infertility
How Long Can I Try to Conceive Before Seeing a Doctor?
The duration for which you should try to conceive before consulting a doctor depends on your age. If the mother is less than 35 years old, the couple should speak to a doctor after 1 year of trying, but if she is older, it is advisable to see a doctor after 6 months of trying.
Advancements in science and applied medicine have resulted in synthesizing techniques of treatments to solve the above issues. If you are facing problems in conceiving, consult your doctor to get help through these rough patches.
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