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Frequency of Baby Poop – How Often Should Your Baby Poop?
Right from the time you welcome your child into this world, your mind will be filled with questions. A common question that bothers almost all new parents is regarding the pooping habits of a baby. Parents often have this common question in their mind - ‘How should the poop of a healthy baby be?’
The poop of a baby is an indication of his health, as a lot of diseases and disorders the child is facing can be identified by simply examining the colour of his poop. As a mother, you will go through a lot of diaper-changing episodes in the near future, so make sure to notice the frequency and colour of his poop to check if there is anything wrong with your baby.
Let us take a look at newborn stool frequency, and what it means in the early stages of his life so that you can take better care of your newborn.
How Often Does a Newborn Baby Poop?
The table below gives an indication of the minimum number of bowel movements expected of a child per 24-hour period in the first six months of his life.
Time Period
Minimum number of bowel movements
Texture and colour of the stool
Day 1
1
Tarry, black
Day 2
0 to 1
Tarry, black
Day 3
1
Transitional green
Day 4
4
Yellow or green
Day 5
3 to 4
Loose, yellow
Day 6
3 to 5
Loose, yellow
6 weeks +
Increases from 1 every 7 to 10 days to around 3 to 5 per day or even more
Loose, yellow
Pooping in babies is an indication that there are no problems with the digestive system of the child. You should be happy to see your baby poop in the first 24 hours of his life, since the absence of poop points to the existence of a problem in his digestive system.
During the first 24 hours, the poop of your baby is in the meconium stage. The poop will be black and sticky, and usually hard to wipe off. Your baby is expected to pass stools within 24 hours of birth. The poop mainly consists of the matter he ingested when he was inside the uterus, and is mostly made up of fluids and cells. Oddly enough, the poop will be odourless. This is because the friendly bacteria have not yet colonized his gut. The bowel movement occurs because of the colostrum he’ll feed on, which performs the function of a laxative to help push out the matter from the body of the child.
After that, the poop eventually becomes more watery and loose. This continues for around twelve more weeks because the digestive system of the child is still in development. It will not be absorbing the nutrients from the breast milk quite effectively, so much of it will simply go out of his body through his poop. The undigested sugar and milk in the body tend to act as a laxative, leading to frequent bowel movements. However, the stools become less watery and more predictable as the baby grows.
When your baby starts eating solid foods, you can expect poop that is much more adult-like. This usually occurs around the five-month mark, when you start feeding solid food to your child. The poop becomes firm and dark in colour and has a distinctly bad odour. Note that the colour of the poop is slightly dependent on the meal he would have had previously; this is completely normal and is indicative of a good digestive system. Sometimes, you may even find bits of veggies in his poop. This is because hard foods are usually passed on by the digestive system as they are not properly chewed, owing to the lack of molars.
In any way, a mother will be expected to make at least a thousand diaper changes in the first year of parenthood. So, observe the colour and texture of the poop for an idea about the health of your child.
How Many Times a Day Should Breastfed Babies Poop?
During the early stages of breastfeeding, your child may not have a strong digestive system to absorb all the nutrients he receives. This means that a lot of the milk is simply passed out of the body through stools, which leads to the stools being yellow in colour and having a loose consistency in the first few months. You can expect your child to poop at least four times a day in the first few weeks of his life. The frequency of pooping eventually increases as he grows. Most commonly, breastfed babies poop after every feeding, sometimes even twelve times a day or more.
How Many Times Does a Formula-Fed Baby Poop?
Compared to children who are breastfed, formula-fed babies poop far less. This is because of the lack of colostrum in their diet, which acts as a natural laxative and is present in high amounts in breastmilk. The frequency of the child pooping will be around three or four times a day, and the texture will be more solid compared to that of breastfed babies. The colour is less yellow and more greenish and darker.
As he grows, you will find that your baby poops only once a day, whether formula-fed or breastfed. This is an indication of the digestive system becoming healthier and does not mean that there is anything wrong with the baby.
When to Consult a Paediatrician
When your little one poops, it could sometimes cause you alarm just to see the different expressions on his face and the sounds he’ll make - groans and frowns throughout. However, this needn’t be considered a problem. Your baby’s digestive system is just developing and it’s normal for him to go through some strain to pass stools. Such things don’t call for medical attention, but trust your motherly instincts to decide when you have to pay the doctor a visit. The signs below will give you an indication that something is amiss with your baby’s digestive health:
If the stool of the baby is showing traces of blood or if it seems oddly coloured
If your baby seems constipated
If his poop is filled with mucus or water, meaning that your child might be having some sort of allergy or infection
If your newborn’s stools are still black in colour, i.e., after day four of his birth
If he passes more stools than what is usual for him
If his stools are white or grey in colour
The poop of your baby can give you an insight into his health, so it’s important that you always take note of the frequency and consistency of his bowel movements in the early stages. Since your baby won’t be able to communicate any problems or discomfort at such a young age, you should definitely pay attention to his poop so that any diseases or problems can be recognised immediately.
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How to Deal With Cracked or Bleeding Nipples?
Breastfeeding the right way is a skill many new mothers take some time to learn. While breastfeeding is rewarding for both the baby and the mother, one of the most common problems it causes is sore, cracked or bleeding nipples. Let us look at the causes of cracked or bleeding nipples and how to manage them effectively.
What are Cracked Nipples?
When you begin breastfeeding, it is quite common to experience tenderness in your nipples. While a burning and stinging sensation, coupled with aches, is perfectly normal, cracked, bleeding or sore nipples may need a doctor’s attention.
Is it Normal to Have Cracked or Bleeding Nipples During Breastfeeding?
During the initial days of breastfeeding, babies are not used to breastfeeding and mothers find it challenging to teach them. Cracked or bleeding nipples can occur if a baby is not latched properly to the mother’s breast. Latching indicates the way a baby connects to his/her mother’s breast. Most mothers experience these issues during the first few days of breastfeeding and get over them after the baby learns to latch correctly.
Signs and Symptoms of Sore/Cracked Nipples
When you start breastfeeding, you might occasionally notice blood in your breast milk. However, if you have no pain, this discharge from your nipples during the first week of breastfeeding may just be bleeding caused by increased blood flow to the breasts and the growth of milk-producing tissue. This should clear up in a few days without any medical intervention. However, if your nipples are red, pointy and sore after every feeding (instead of being round and smooth) you may need to consult your doctor or a lactation expert.
Causes of Cracked Nipples
The delicate skin of the nipples may be affected by any or all of the following causes:
Incorrect latching: Sore nipples may develop if the baby is not attaching or latching to the breasts correctly. Changing the way the baby latches might fix the problem
Dry skin or eczema: Detergents on clothes, irritants from perfumes, soaps, creams and lotions, dry air due to the usage of air conditioners, coolers and heaters can cause eczema. This can lead to soreness of nipples
Incorrect use of a breast pump:Incorrect use of a breast pump can cause injury to your breast tissue and lead to bleeding or cracked nipples
Thrush: This is a yeast infection on the skin of the nipple that can also lead to soreness. The infection can also occur inside your baby’s mouth
Raynaud’s Syndrome: This is a medical condition in some women wherein the nipple turns white after feeding and there’s pain when blood flows back in
Tongue tie in baby: If your baby has a tongue-tie, he or she will face difficulties in feeding and tend to push the nipples with their tongue. This can lead to painful nipples and discomfort
Treatment for Cracked/Sore Nipples
Breastfeeding can be a challenge for a mother who has painful nipples. Breastfeeding treatment includes some simple and minor adjustments in the technique of nursing the baby which help you in avoiding injury or painful nipples. Let us look at some treatments for bleeding nipples that can help one get over cracked or sore nipples.
Correcting Baby Latching
Treatment of cracked nipples starts with the way the baby latches on. If the front of the nipple is in the baby's mouth when latching, the mother will feel a pinch whenever the baby's tongue comes up, causing discomfort to both mother and child.
However, if your baby opens his mouth wide and latches on to a part of the breast tissue, the nipple is comfortably placed in the back of the baby's mouth, where the hard and soft palates meet. In this position, there is no room for pinching, and there is no injury to the nipples.
Applying Creams
Many mothers apply lanolin ointment for cracked nipples. This treatment for bleeding nipples is also referred to as moist wound healing. It eases pain and allows the wound on the nipples to heal soon.
Avoiding Soaps and Lotions
It is advisable not to apply soaps, lotions or perfumes on nipples which are cracked or sore. Washing with plain water is the best treatment for cracked nipples.
Note: If you are using nipple shields, ensure that you sterilise them appropriately to avoid infections.
Managing Cracked Nipples
There are several simple ways to manage cracked nipples during breastfeeding. Treatment can be approached in some simple ways. Here are some pointers on how to manage cracked nipples during your nursing period, because with painful nipples, breastfeeding can be a challenge.
Before Breastfeeding
Wash your hands: This ensures hygiene, and helps avoid infections and rashes
Sit comfortably and relax: This helps calm both you and the baby, and speeds up let down (flow of milk) for effortless nursing
Prepare for let down: To help milk flow, you can apply a warm wash cloth to the breast and massage it gently. If you have painful or cracked nipples, you can consider expressing the milk and feeding the baby. If you are expressing, ensure that the suction on your breast pump is not too strong
During Breastfeeding
Latch correctly: Ensure that the baby latches to your breast correctly. Ideally, the baby should take at least one inch of the areola into his/her mouth
Stop when you are uncomfortable: If you feel uncomfortable after 30 seconds, take the baby off and allow them to re-latch. To break the baby’s suction, put your finger in the corner of their mouth gently, as pulling them off can cause injury
After Breastfeeding
Check if nipples are red: Redness may be the first signs of soreness, and noticing and addressing the problem will help prevent it from escalating
Wipe the breasts with clean water and allow them to dry: This helps prevent rashes and skin ailments
If you are using breast pads, change them frequently: Ensuring hygiene helps avoid painful nipples when breastfeeding
Ensure you have a well-fitting bra: Adequate support protects the breasts which are heavy because of lactation
Air your nipples: Dry nipples are less prone to irritation and infections
Home Remedies for Cracked Nipples
Before approaching a doctor, you can try a couple of home remedies for cracked nipples while breastfeeding. Some of them are already discussed in the above-mentioned sections. Additionally, you can:
Express a little milk onto the nipple and allow it to air-dry. The antibacterial properties of breastmilk heal sore nipples
Use an ice pack before you feed the baby. This numbs the nipple as you latch the baby on and is one of the easiest remedies for cracked nipples
Oil Massage: Massaging with warm oil moisturises the affected area, keeping the skin supple and healthy by reducing dryness. Oils like olive, sweet almond and coconut are effective in moisturising the area and boosting the healing process
Preventive Methods for Cracked Nipples
Following are some of the preventive methods for cracked nipples:
Babies have instinctive breastfeeding abilities and can latch on well to their mother’s breast with minimal help. So, allowing the baby time to learn and latch effectively can prevent the occurrence of cracked nipples. Babies who find it difficult to latch can learn easily with some help
Monitoring baby's hunger cues and feeding them on a timely basis will make it easier for the baby to get a good latch every time. A very hungry baby might grab the nipple, causing more pain
Does the Condition of Cracked Nipples Affect the Baby?
Generally, babies ignore cracked nipples, though they are painful for the mother. A little blood in milk will not harm the baby. If you can bear the pain, it is advisable to continue to breastfeed the baby. You should aim to help the baby learn to feed efficiently so that your nipples can heal. If it is extremely painful, consider expressing your breast milk and feeding your baby using a bottle.
When to Contact a Doctor?
While it is normal to have sore and cracked nipples during breastfeeding, make sure that you consult your doctor if they are very painful and do not heal for a long time.
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Associative Play in your 22 Months Old
Love seeing your child build blocks, or play ball with others? Playing develops your kid’s imagination and is an essential aspect for developing his motor abilities, observation power, intellect, and social skills. Associative play in toddlers is one such stage that makes him friendly and approachable too!
Your 22-month-old toddler is reaching one development milestone after another. Be it at home or the park, his play pen or the crèche, you have found your kiddo playing all by himself and sometimes, with peers too. Rejoice! He’s gaining a sense of being social right from childhood. In general, most kids pass through certain stages of play to grow and develop. You may like to train your child better by knowing more about these various developmental stages.
Important Stages of Play During Child Development
Solitary Stage and Having Fun on Their Own
This stage lingers from birth till the age of two when kids enjoy ‘me’ time while exploring the world around them. They prefer to be left alone while observing things and people from afar. So, while seeing, touching, tasting and listening, 22-month-olds playing independently aren’t really interested in others around them. They’re learning more about the world a step at a time and are not yet prepared to engage in play with other toddlers.
Parallel Stage and Awareness
As the stage gets set for associative play in child development, parents will find their little ones gaining more awareness of the world around them. During this phase, it’s common to see two or more kids engaged in play in the same play area. Even as they stay engrossed in their own activities, they are watchful and observant of others. This kind of parallel play encourages them to pay extra attention to learn new games and skills.
Associative Play in Early Childhood
Associative play usually begins around a child’s 3rd birthday. Here, tots play along with friends but may not necessarily cooperate when it comes to sharing toys or indulging in group activities. Their attention tends to shift from one activity to another, or from one group of children to the next. This is the right time to start introducing associative play activities for toddlers– think colourful building blocks, doll houses and race tracks.
Cooperative Play Stage: Togetherness Becomes Key
Once the stage of associative play is successfully attained, you will find your preschooler taking an active interest in what others are doing. Kids tend to get more advanced in their social behaviour, start engaging with other kids while playing with the same toy, and become less possessive about their things. They learn to follow rules and directions as well. If your child has a welcoming and a cooperative personality, you will find him playing along with a large group of friends pretty soon!
There’s no particular rule of thumb that defines the development of a child through various stages of play. The activities and skills vary from one child to the other. However, you can always play a role by engaging your child in play activities.
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Importance of Curiosity in Children and Tips to Develop It
One important aspect of a child growing up is his curiosity. Children are curious by default – it is what drives most of their early behaviour. Parents may sometimes feel overwhelmed by the curiosity of their children, but remember that it plays a huge role in how they grow up and how their personality develops. If channelled in the right direction, curiosity can definitely influence the lives of your children in a great manner.
What Motivates Curiosity in a Child?
A curious child is nothing new in society. Children are explorative in their early years, and this means that they will try to have as many sensations and experiences as possible when they are growing up. However, what actually motivates this sense of curiosity?
Part of it is owing to the safe and sheltered setting in which most children grow up. They are curious about breaking out of the safety net that the adults around them have set up, and seek novelty in life. Therefore, parents will have to ensure a balance between safety and novelty in setting up the early stages of the life of the child.
Of course, the style of exploration in many young children can be dangerous – however, care should be taken to remove the danger, rather than discourage curiosity in the child.
Benefits of Curiosity for Kids
The importance of curiosity in children’s learning can never be underlined enough – it is a major pathway for knowledge to reach their little minds. The ability to ask questions, and to ask the right questions is important even in the lives of adults as well. Innovation is the backdrop to any sort of progress, and this will be extremely relevant when the child grows up.
How Does Curiosity Change with Age?
Obviously, the way curiosity manifests changes according to the age of the child.
1. 0-2 Years
In the first couple of years, the child is as curious about his own body as he is about the outside world. Everything is new to him – therefore, he tries to explore as much as he can of not only the setting around him but also his body parts.
2. 3-4 Years
By this age, children already have a sense of understanding about themselves and their immediate surroundings. Now, novel events and things are their focus. You may find them asking innovative questions, like what happened to the rain or what a measuring tape is, and proceeding to try and use them further.
3. 5-6 Years
At this age, they start to think substantially – the questions children ask reflect that too. This means that parents may have to face questions like whether ants can hurt them, why they hurt them and even where babies come from. The curiosity may even be laced with anxiety at this age.
Does Curiosity Fade as a Child Grows Up?
Though no evidence shows that children’s natural curiosity to discover and explore reduces over time, the fact remains that many adults are not as curious as they once were. It does seem to occur – but it is not exactly known why it does. However, a curious fact is that the decline does coincide with age and exposure to formal learning.
What Kills Curiosity in Children?
Some people believe that the way formal learning dumps information on the child is a reason why it gets eradicated – some others believe that fear of disapproval from adults is a leading cause. If curiosity is not encouraged, it can definitely end up in children not being curious.
How to Encourage Curiosity in Kids?
Some methods can definitely help you in developing curiosity in children. You can opt for some curiosity activities for kids, too – some of which are mentioned below.
1. Routine
Occasional changes in their daily habits can have a huge impact on the way they think since it exposes them to something new – even if it is something as small as a new bar of soap.
2. Surprises
Positive surprises can go a long way in improving curiosity in children too – it could be a small treasure hunt or even inviting someone for lunch by surprise.
3. Kidnap Your Child!
This is a development of the surprise action – you can take a day off and get your child from school by surprise. Go on to have a good time in the outdoors, and your child will treasure it for a long time.
4. Baking
Your child would definitely love cake, but would have no idea how it is made. You can bake cakes together, and the process of mixing ingredients and setting temperatures may awaken a dormant giant in their minds.
5. Open-Ended Stories
Reading the same stories for your child gets boring for both parties – so why not keep them open-ended? Ask them for their opinion on how it should end, and encourage them to think of other possibilities.
6. Prepare Yourselves
Children will definitely ask a lot of questions – and you must ensure that all their questions are answered at some point or other. Understand them, and clarify their questions quickly.
7. Encourage
Always keep encouraging your children to ask even more than they currently do.
8. Question Them
Be involved in their questions, and occasionally ask them questions regarding their doubts and grievances. This will encourage them to think further.
9. Ethnicity
Do not let your child think that the culture he grows up in is the only one. Expose them to different ethnic cultures, as this can open up their minds and broaden their acceptance of cultures that are not similar to their own.
10. Travel
Travel is a great exercise in curiosity-building for children, and it reawakens curiosity in the adults too.
11. Music
Music promotes lateral thinking in the brain, and studying it from a young age can have a wondrous effect in the development of the child.
12. Let Him Be!
Try not to encourage your child to grow up before he has to. Let him explore his surroundings as much as he can, but ensure that there are no big dangers involved.
Encouraging curiosity in a child can be difficult, but it pays off both in terms of satisfaction for the parent and development for the child. Therefore, ensure that your child does not lose his sense of curiosity by the time he grows up.
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Makeup for dark skin tones can be tricky but with the right technique, dusky skin looks amazingly alluring! What's more, it always manages to turn heads - the right way. Go for these dusky skin makeup tips and hear everyone go 'wow!'
Since ancient times, Indian skin has been considered exotic. Yes, boasting of dusky, olive, and wheatish skin, attractive features, and a face full of expressions, women from the sub-continent have always garnered attention, and how! If you're one of them and sport a gorgeous skintone, then these makeup tips are certainly for you.
8 Makeup Tips for Glowing Dusky Skin
Dusky and radiant, here are the Indian makeup tips to follow and mistakes to avoid, to do justice to your gorgeous skin tone!
1. Exfoliate to Make Dead Skin Cells Vanish
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Your skin is capable of becoming the seat of dull and dead cells, and really fast. This natural build up can make you look ashy and listless, even after you apply foundation. The trick is to exfoliate your face on a weekly basis by using a soft, gentle scrub. This weekly regime of cleansing, exfoliating and moisturizing gives rise to the perfect facial canvas for better makeup results and should be carried out regularly.
2. Get Yourself The ‘Perfect Finish’ Formula
Experts opining on how to do makeup for Indian dark skin would agree that it’s essential to estimate a formula before deciding upon the shades. Dusky doesn't refer to a single shade! Everyone's undertone varies just as much as their skin type does. You may have oily or dry skin, or a combination of both - and your undertone can be cool, warm or neutral. It sounds daunting, but good makeup is not really cheap, and you could end up spending a lot of money that makes you look like you're wearing an unflattering mask; and that's surely not what you want! Figure out what your undertone is with certain observations, such as:
Do your veins appear blue or green under your skin? The former could mean that you are cool-toned, the latter, warm.
Are you able to pull off silver or gold better, outfits and jewellery alike? If silver makes you pop, cool undertone it is.
If you pull off clothes in the cool spectrum of colours (blue, green, purple), you could have a cool undertone. Warm undertones generally pop when it comes to earthier hues like red, brown, and orange.
Now, do you feel like you seem to fall in between while answering these questions? Fret not; you happen to be one of the lucky 'neutral undertones' who can pull off anything!
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What is important to note is that one shade of foundation, or lipstick, or any item of makeup may not suit everybody because of these undertones. It's probably why your friend's foundation for dusky skin tones makes her skin look flawless and yours like it's dual-toned - the undertones make the difference! Take all the time you need to pick and invest in the right products. Here's a little tip while looking for foundation for dark skin - your jaw is the place to test out the product. We tend to spread the product on our arms to gauge the colour, not realizing that sometimes, our arms and face are not of the same tone! If it looks natural on your jaw, that's a winning product right there.
3. Choose Creamy/ Matte Products Based on Your Skin Type
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Worried about your oily skin looking gooey and uneven with makeup that fails to flatter? Oily, dark skin makeup is all about matte formulations that work on enlarged pores that are prone to extra oil production. It's a good idea to look for products that are specifically designed for oily skin, are matte finished, and sop up the natural oils and sweat on your skin. Pore reducing products and an oil-free base in colours that suit dusky skin are what you need — go for them. Similarly, creamy makeup products would provide better results when used on dry skin.
4. Warm all The Way
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Choose warm tones when it comes to lipsticks, blushers, eyeshadows and so on - browns, reds, oranges are tones that work like magic for Indian skin. A lot of us do tend to fall in the lot of 'warm undertones', which means that gold can really accentuate our strength. You can lightly dust gold eyeshadow on the points of your face where the light keeps hitting it - above and below the brow bone, your Cupid's bow, the bridge of your nose - and really highlight your features and give your complexion a glow.
5. Bronzers Matter
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Why go bronze when you're already brown? For the best version of 'brown', of course! Use a bronzer that highlights your complexion and brings out a natural glow. It's best to apply it in natural light, so that you don't go overboard while applying it. Dust it where the light hits and keep the shimmer levels low - dark skin can make the glitter stand out, but more in a 'you look like a disco-ball' way than 'look how you glow'! Finish off with some peachy or pink blush on the cheeks.
6. Keep Blotting Paper Handy
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Want to avoid breakouts or a caked look courtesy your pressed powder? Use blotting paper or charcoal blotting linen for lifting excessive oil off the top layer of your face. These products can prevent rashes, zits or cystic acne and keep your pores bacteria-free. Don’t apply foundation directly with your fingers, as this will cause bacteria to land on your face. For locking your makeup in, go for setting powders available in medium or slightly darker shades to match your skin tone.
7. SPF is a Must!
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One of the best bets for ladies with dusky skin tones comes in the form of makeup with inbuilt SPF. Yup, dark skin tans too. Products that have sun-protection formula will keep your face from tanning under the harmful UV rays of the sun, keep blemishes and skin discolouration at bay. These products are well-suited for your skin tone too.
However, keep in mind that makeup with inbuilt SPF can't do all the sun-protection work! Sunscreen is a necessity, people!
8. Light Up Your Eyes
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Kajal or kohl pencils are a staple in most Indian women's makeup kits, and they are always in the oh-so-predictable shade of black. Sure, black suits everything and is the all-powerful colour that all other hues and shades bow down to - but a little experimentation wouldn't really hurt! As it happens, dusky skin tones can really set off metallic or glittery shades of eyeliners, thanks to the contrasting colours. Warm colours such as maroon and bronze suit olive or wheatish complexions, while women with darker skin can opt for beautiful shades of blue or purple too. And as for your brows, don't go for a black eyebrow pencil to fill it in, as it may end up looking slightly harsh. It would be better to go for a dark shade of brown and in a powder form too, so that the results look natural.
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Hello, I wanna share about the first vaccination of my baby girl. I am very sensitive, I can’t even see injection and my baby is 2 months old. When I went with her for her 1st vaccination, I was too scared because I couldn’t bear to see her getting vaccinated, but being a mother, I had to be with her there and then when the doctor came and removed her cloths and picked up the injection in his hand and then, I closed my eyes and my mom was also there. She held my hand and the Dr injected the needle and my baby started crying and I also started crying with her. Then, I picked her up and kissed her and hugged her. I came home and my mom told me, now you are also a mother, you have to take care of your baby, and you have to be strong because your baby needs your strength, power and care. After her first vaccination, I was like, 'Next time I’ll not be scared, but I don’t knw how to say.. I can’t see her crying in pain.' She is too small and soft, her hands are so small.. whenever I hold her hand, it feels like I am holding a flower. I love her so much.. she is my first child. And I am very happy with her and her dad is also very happy. Her name is Amyra. I am enjoying motherhood . When she smile while watching me it feels like heaven . Her second vaccination was quite good . She didn’t cry a lot and I was with her and I closed my eyes for a while. I don't know what other mothers do, maybe they are strong but I'm a bit differnt but I love my baby a lot . I click so many pics of hers daily. I want my baby to be a superstar. This is my story on vaccination. I hope you all like it. I know this is crazy but still I wanna share this. Love you all.
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Ayurvedic Gynaecologist
6 hours ago
A. since you are right follicle is 18 mm yes of course you can start with your intercourse for conception as in 1 to 2 days
their maybe rupture of the follicle by which your sperm should be present there for conception
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Guardian of 0 children
6 hours ago
Q. #asktheexpert
why baby vomit
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
6 hours ago
A. for babies less than 6 months may not be a problem. small babies will be having lot of gas because of various reasons it is advisable to do burping of the baby immediately after feeding please give colimex DF drops to the baby they are safe
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Expecting Mom due in 1 month
6 hours ago
Q. i am 35 weeks 3 days pregnant... my ultrasound report shows that "fl and hl are shorter compared to bpd"... is this anything to worry
Dr Laxmi Chavan-Sawant
Ayurvedic Gynaecologist
1 hour ago
A. You should have proper consultation with your treating doctor , as some examination or investigations may be needful, so that proper medications can be given And the treatment can be done very properly.
needs proper follow-up for this
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Guardian of 0 children
6 hours ago
Q. I am 9 week pregnant and I have runny nose very badly can I use cetirizine tablet?
Dr Laxmi Chavan-Sawant
Ayurvedic Gynaecologist
1 hour ago
A. use nasal drops , that acts faster .
You should have proper consultation with your treating doctor , as some examination or investigations may be needful, so that proper medications can be given And the treatment can be done very properly.
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Trying To Conceive
6 hours ago
Q. hi,
my LT 10x18mm and RT 18x20mm and ET 6.5 , what if I intercourse after 2 days, can I do intercourse in ovulation day can become a pregent .
on ovulation day if we intercourse can become a pregent..pls advice..
Dr Laxmi Chavan-Sawant
Ayurvedic Gynaecologist
1 hour ago
A. since the follicle size is 18 to 20 mm your ovulation may occur within 24 hours also so if you have intercourse with in that time it will be more effective to get conceived
your endometrial growth is not good enough for conception but still you can just try
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Guardian of 0 children
5 hours ago
Q. Hlw dr its my 6th month pregnency can i intimate with my partner
Sai Prasanthi R L
Mom of a 10 yr 2 m old boy
4 hours ago
A. Hello dear! If your pregnancy is going on fine without any high risk factors then it’s okay. Still, would advise you to check with your doctor once before going further. Maintain a good personal hygiene routine and a healthy lifestyle
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