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Sex During Third Trimester - Making Love in Late Pregnancy
Making love is one of the most beautiful aspects of a relationship. But expecting parents, sometimes, let go of this for the safety of their baby. Here’s some good news for all parents-to-be - if you’ve had a safe and healthy pregnancy so far, then having sex during pregnancy with some essential precautions is safe.We advise that you seek your doctor’s advice before going ahead.
Sex During Late Pregnancy - Is It Safe?
Yes, sex during pregnancy is perfectly safe if you have a healthy pregnancy throughout. By using the recommended positions, sex can continue right until the last month of the pregnancy. It is recommended that you avoid anal sex during pregnancy as haemorrhoids can cause rectal bleeding and make sex uncomfortable and painful.
How Your Sex Life Changes in the Last Trimester
In the last trimester, your belly grows large and as a result, you might not find sex exciting. Other factors that can dampen the excitement during the last trimester are swollen feet, back pain, exhaustion, leaky breasts, varicose veins, swollen vagina, and pelvic pressure.
But if you wish to still go ahead and make love, then you can experiment with different positions. For instance, you can ask your partner to penetrate you from behind with both of you in the spoon position. As this requires minimal movement on your part, it is safer. Find out the positions you’re comfortable with before taking the plunge.
Benefits of Having Sex During the Third Trimester
Having sex during the third trimester has a lot of benefits such as:
Improved bonding between partners and intimacy is kept alive
Semen contains a certain hormone called prostaglandin which softens the cervix during sex and causes contractions
Women release a happy hormone called oxytocin during sex which helps in arousing contractions.
Orgasms strengthen the pelvis and prepare the body for pregnancy
As long as your water doesn’t break, it is beneficial as well as safe to have sex in the last trimester.
When Should You Avoid Sex During the Third Trimester?
Consult your doctor before you indulge in sex during pregnancy. Be aware of the status of your pregnancy and ask the doctor whether you should stay away from sex. If you suffer from the following conditions, the doctor may advise refraining from sex in the third trimester.
If you suffer from placenta praevia, the placenta is in the anterior spot of the baby’s head and sex may cause bleeding in the placenta and, in turn, may harm the baby.
If your water breaks prematurely, then the mucus plug that protects your cervix will also get dislodged, exposing both you and your baby to a lot of infections. To avoid any sexually transmitted diseases, you may have to do away with sex during the final stages of pregnancy.
If you’ve undergone premature labour in the past, your doctor will counsel you to refrain from lovemaking during the last trimester. This is because the hormones released during sex may put you in danger of premature labour
Also, if you are expecting twins or multiples, you will be advised against sex in the last trimester. Twins usually arrive early and sex may cause the twins to be delivered prematurely.
Can Sex During These Months Harm You and Your Baby?
Sex during the third trimester does not harm the foetus. Your baby is securely placed in the amniotic sac that puts it out of harm’s way. The mucus plug around the cervix protects your baby from infections. So, you don’t have to worry about her safety.
However, women feel uncomfortable having sex during the third trimester for various reasons. One of the reasons is that the baby’s head may drop down during the last trimester and cause a certain amount of discomfort and pressure during intercourse.
Also, the hormones secreted by both partners during sex can cause the muscles to contract to induce labour. Hence, a woman with a history of premature delivery will be advised against sex during the last trimester.
Orgasms during the last three months may cause Braxton Hicks contractions. During these contractions, your womb and the baby bump become hard. This lasts for sometime but does not pose a threat to your health.
Recommended Sex Positions
As the uterus grows bigger in the last trimester of pregnancy, some positions become uncomfortable and difficult to perform. Here are a few sex positions that you may want to try during the third trimester pregnancy for safe and comfortable intercourse.
The spoon position is a cosy and comfortable position for your growing belly. You lie on your side your partner enters you from behind.
You on top of your partner is a very comfortable position during late pregnancy. You can control the pace as per your comfort. Just ensure that your partner doesn’t penetrate you too deeply.
The edge of the bed position is also recommended during late pregnancy. Lie down on the edge of the bed with your feet on the floor. Your partner can stand or bend over to enter you. Just be careful to tell your partner how slow and gentle you want him to be.
If you are uncomfortable with penetration, you both can always opt for oral sex or mutual masturbation.
Sex Positions to Avoid
Generally, no position is unsafe at any stage of pregnancy, except for the missionary which requires you to lie down on your back. Whatever position you opt for, talk to your partner and avoid deep penetration as it may not only make you uncomfortable but also cause bleeding.
During oral sex too, you must take care that your partner does not force air into your vagina as it may block a blood vessel, making it dangerous for both you and your baby.
Does Sex During the Third Trimester Induce Labour?
Intercourse during the third trimester can initiate labour pain if your cervix and uterus are ready. But if the cervix is not ready, then sex may not do this. If you don’t experience labour pain even after the 42nd week of your pregnancy, avoid making love.
Frequently Asked Questions
I want to have penetrative sex with my husband. I’m currently in my third trimester of pregnancy. Will penetration poke my baby?
The answer is – no. Penetration doesn’t affect the baby as she is safe and snug in her sac, which doesn’t allow everything to pass through. Yes, the uterus will move around a bit, but that’s normal. Unless you’ve been instructed pelvic rest, sex is okay during these months.
I’ve been told that sex during pregnancy can cause a miscarriage. Is this true?
Absolutely not! Miscarriages are, more often than not, caused due to abnormal development of the foetus rather than making love during pregnancy. It also doesn’t induce early labour in a low-risk pregnancy. So, if you’ve had a healthy pregnancy till now, you can safely go ahead and get cosy under the sheets.
My partner penetrated me last night and I noticed bleeding. I’ve been carrying my lil’ one for eight months now. I’m really worried. Please help!
Pregnancy makes a woman’s body and her sexual organs very sensitive. So, you might have spotting after sex and for a few days after. This might have happened due to your cervix getting irritated. It’s best to go for a check-up if the bleeding doesn’t stop.
Sex during pregnancy is not only safe, but may also be recommended. Besides the physical benefits it offers, it also strengthens your relationship with your spouse who may be finding it hard to adapt to the changes.
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If We Don't Want Our Children to Become Spoilt, We Must STOP Making These 7 Mistakes!
"What a well-mannered child you have!" For a parent, this is one of the best compliments anyone can give, no matter what the age of the child. As babies, our little darlings don't yet know the importance of rules, routines and behaviour. But as soon as they enter toddlerhood, they start understanding things super fast...
According to child development experts, the habits that we inculcate in children early (toddlerhood onwards) are responsible for their future personality. As parents, we have the power in our hands to raise kids who are well-behaved and well-mannered. We simply have to stay away from some harmful habits in day-to-day life.
Please check the following parenting mistakes that many of us make as Indian parents, due to various reasons, and often unknowingly. But for the sake our child, we need to STOP doing them at once.
7 Parenting Mistakes To Avoid To Raise Well-Behaved Children
1. Trying To Give Children EVERYTHING They Want
This is probably something most of us are guilty of. As parents, we definitely want to fulfill every desire of our children, including the time we spend together, toys and gifts, clothes, delicious foods, gadgets... However, what we fail to realise is – quality matters more than quantity. The key here is to strike a good balance. Being a parent does not mean making sure your children get everything they want all the time; it means telling them that they can't always have everything they want in life.
What Should You Do?
Make sure you spend at least half to one hour with your child everyday on a one-to-one basis – just you and your child. Ask him about his day, about school, about what he learned, watched, played, did. Be there for your child when he demands your time, and understand any demands he makes. But don't throw everything away and rush to your child or blindly fulfill his wishes each time he seeks your attention.
2. Giving In To Tantrums & NOT Sticking To Rules
Another common mistake we make is – we draw the line, but don't always back it up. Rules need to be set with consideration, but they need to be followed and reinforced with equal firmness once set. You cannot say 'no' to something today, and then 'yes' to it tomorrow, just because it suits your situation better. Children are going to want to break the rules. But make sure you don't cave in to their demands. For example, if the rule is that they can have pizza once a week, don't cave in when they ask for pizza a second time! If the rule is that TV time is only for one hour, it cannot get extended just because your child starts fussing. Stand your ground.
What Should You Do?
Be realistic and considerate when you set rules. Make sure you are keeping your personal agendas and interests out of rule-setting. And always ensure the rules you set will bring about positive change in your children, and not just turn them into rebellious kids. But once set, rules MUST be followed. In this scenario, it is much more important to teach your child discipline than to cave in to opposition from family members, just because "you refused something the child badly wanted"!
3. Not Letting Children Think About Their Mistake
How many times have we thought that the child made a mistake because he is just too small to understand? Even at a young age, children can be taught about right and wrong, because every child is born with an innate conscience. We must only foster it and help it grow stronger... and you will never be required to 'teach' your child anything.
What Should You Do?
When your child errs in some way, instead of shouting at your child, point his mistake out to him. Give him some time to self-reflect on the problem. Ask him to come up with a fair consequence, if the same mistake gets repeated. This will make him realize the criticality of not committing the mistake again.
4. Justifying Our Child's Behaviour As “Kids Will Be Kids”
Another very important things children need to realise to fully understand good and bad is – what's bad is bad under all circumstances. If shouting at elders is wrong, it is wrong no matter what the situation is. You cannot say, 'Oh he was upset because he lost the game, it's okay, I know he won’t do it again.' Why? Because this is how children learn to make excuses for their mistakes, shortcomings, misdeeds. If we as parents justify their actions as "something kids do", it only encourages children to repeat the mistake!
What Should You Do?
If your child generally obeys you, and if you know his bad behaviour is in fact a result of something else, let it go for the moment. Instead of scolding him, ask him what the matter is. However, once the situation has passed, bring up the incident again and tell him that it is not okay to behave like this.
5. Scolding Our Child But Not Reasoning With Him
When we were children, it was often enough to not do something simply because Mamma/Papa asked us not to. It may have worked till our generation, but children now-a-days cannot be simply told to do or NOT do something. They always need to know why, or they are not going to listen to you. Now the interesting and important thing to realise here is – this is NOT an act of defiance, but only a sign of developed reasoning and logical abilities... which is a good thing.
What Should You Do?
Use this to your advantage instead of fighting it. Explain to them why wrong is wrong, why right is right, and why good and bad is so. Being able to question something is a definite mark of intelligence. Do not curb this ability. Use it to raise your child to become the kind of adult who can make his own decisions based on rational thinking.
6. Not Teaching Children About Respecting People's Privacy
Privacy is a very delicate and yet important issue that many parents don't give due attention to. Kids must be taught about boundaries and limits. As per research, children who do not understand the concept of boundaries or privacy are more likely to turn into stalkers. Stalkers have also been statistically proven to be raised by parents who did not stick to rules.
What Should You Do?
The simplest gesture is to start knocking on the door when you enter their rooms, and asking them to do the same. Purses, handbags, wallets, phones should be out of bounds for your children. Similarly, if they grow up and start to keep a diary, this diary should be out of your boundaries! Respect, privacy, and respecting privacy – all comes only when given.
7. Relying On Quick Solutions Like Gadgets and Fast Food
Finally, all of us know that parenting is not easy. It is very tough. The inputs required are huge, and constant, and the returns are evident only after a few years! It is only human to be tempted to take the easy way out once in a while. However, resist doing this. One very common example of this is when parents engage their children with some electronic device that will keep them 'hooked' when they are too tired or too busy to give their children time. We also give in to their demands of fast food, watching television, eating candies...simply because it seems like the thing that will keep them happy at that moment. But it can be very harmful in the long run, not just for their behaviour but also for their physical and mental health.
What Should You Do?
Share the load. Do not insist on doing everything on your own. Make your husband an equal partner in parenting so you are not overburdened by the 'deliverables' of parenting. It is natural to feel overwhelmed and so – make sure you make yourself a priority too... at least once a week! Make time for yourself, love yourself, so you can recharge and get ready to tackle parenthood anew, afresh!
Discipline does not only mean punishing bad behaviour; discipline is also the stepping stone towards GOOD behaviour. It is never too soon to start teaching children about right and wrong, good and bad. Most of the times, however, we focus our attention on rooting out bad behaviour without understanding what is triggering the bad behaviour. This does not solve the problem; it can even make things worse. As parents, we want to be strict but not too strict; we want to pamper our child but not spoil him. While there isn't one 'right' way of doing things, it is important that we stay away from habits/mistakes that send children the wrong message. Read more
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Hypotonia in Babies - Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis
Whenever we use our muscles for movement, we either stretch or contract them. The muscle tension here adds resistance to this movement. If this muscle tension is higher, it is hypertonia, and if it is lower, it is hypotonia. So, let us remove all the confusion and study hypotonia in toddlers and infants.
What Is Hypotonia?
It would be important to understand the meaning of muscle tone to understand hypotonia. Muscle tone is the amount of tension in your muscle when at rest. When children cannot sit properly and keep flopping down, they typically have hypotonia. The disease in itself is called floppy infant syndrome. Muscle tone develops during pregnancy; however, premature babies do not have appropriate muscle tone as they are delivered. However, hypotonia in premature babies is usually temporary due to being delivered before time.
Causes of Hypotonia in Babies
Hypotonia is not a condition in itself. It arises from various other health issues. It can be caused due to a birth injury or conditions of the spinal cord, brain, and nerves. These three organs are closely related to muscle development and control.
So, the causes of hypotonia in infants can be:
Cerebral Palsy
Down Syndrome
Nerve Damage may be due to birth injury
Prader-Willi syndrome
Malformation or brain damage may be due to lack of oxygen supply at the time of birth
Muscular dystrophy
Trisomy 13
Environmental issues or infections
There is a substance called myelin that covers the nerves. It provides insulation to the nerve fibers and helps carry messages to and from your brain. Supposedly, the myelin gets damaged, the signals travel abnormally.
In a few cases, it is difficult to determine the cause of hypotonia. It is called benign congenital hypotonia.
Symptoms of Hypotonia
Following are hypotonic symptoms in a baby:
Due to bad control of neck muscles, the head flops.
Difficulty feeding.
Difficult to handle the kid due to flopping or limping kid.
Weak cry
Very flexible joints
When the child is lifted, the child feels limp. They might slip through your hands. So, be careful while lifting.
Not able to take the weight over feet after 4 months of age
Not able to lift and bend the legs and arms when the child lays on their back.
Impact of Hypotonia on Infants
Following are the impacts of hypotonia on infants:
The child gets tired easily even after a little physical activity
Delayed development of gross motor skills’ e.x., a child may not be able to sit by 10 months of age or walk until 18 months of age.
The child prefers sedentary activities.
Sometimes the muscles of the mouth might get affected too, which results in delayed speech.
The child prefers to sit in a rounded shoulder posture.
The child cannot maintain an upright posture for a long time.
Swallowing and sucking might be difficult for the child.
The legs and arms of kids suffering from hypotonia will hang straight. It will not bend at hips, elbows, and knees.
The child will not be able to bear any weight on their shoulder and leg muscles.
Hypermobile joints
Diagnosis of Hypotonia in Babies
Since there are multiple causes behind hypotonia, it might take time to diagnose hypotonia. The doctor might ask you a series of questions regarding your family’s genetic and medical history. He will also be keen to know the course of your pregnancy, your delivery details, and whether the child witnessed any seizures after birth. The child will go through a physical examination to check:
Sensory skills
Motor skills
Coordination
Balance
Reflexes
Mental status
To be very sure and to draw a conclusion, the doctor might order some tests like:
Blood tests
MRI or CT scan of the brain
EEG or Electroencephalogram to calculate the electrical activity of the brain
EMG or Electromyography to calculate the performance of the muscles and nerves
Muscle Biopsy: Here, the doctor will take the kid’s sample of muscle tissue and study it under the microscope.
Genetic tests
Spinal Tap: It is used to determine the pressure in the spine. The doctor will also take a sample of the spinal fluid for further testing.
How Is Hypotonia Treated in Babies?
Once the doctor figures out the cause behind the disease, the treatment follows. Different types of therapies might help strengthen the muscles and improve coordination. Like:
1. Occupational Therapy
It helps the child develop fine motor skills.
2. Sensory Stimulation Program
It helps improve the child’s response to sound, sight, smell, touch, and taste.
3. Physical Therapy
It further enhances the child’s control of their movements. The child might gain strength and improve muscle time with time.
4. Speech-Language Therapy
It is especially for kids with problems in swallowing, breathing, and speaking.
Exercises/Activities to Cure Low Muscle Tone in Babies
Following activities or exercises will help an infant to improve muscle tone:
1. Feed Well
Make sure the child eats properly. Give food in small intervals. If the child requires support while eating, please provide them with proper support.
2. Post Crawling
Once the child has started to crawl, make them crawl on different surfaces. Like carpet, pillows, hardwood, grass, and stairs. But carefully.
3. Toy Positioning
Keep toys in different positions to encourage them to reach the place and get the toys. Once the kid can stand and walk, make them walk on different surfaces. Place toys in a way that the child squat and run to take them.
Following are the activities for a child:
1. Laundry
Make the child pull and push the filled laundry bag around the house. You can fill the bag with toys or anything.
2. Tug of War
Hold the rope from one side and let the child pull it for 10-15 seconds in a go. Put something soft behind them in case they fall.
3. Bouncing
Make the child sit on the therapy ball. Bounce the child up and down. You can also roll the ball front, back, and sideways to up one level.
4. Animal Walks
Make them do crab walks, snake crawl, bear walk, and bunny hop. These walks work on many muscles and help put weight on the joints.
5. The Ball Game
Make them kick, throw, catch and hit the ball.
6. Fine Motor Skills
Make the child do a lot of hand exercises so that later they can write and draw well. Make them use spray bottles to water the plants.
When to Consult a Doctor?
Floppy baby syndrome life expectancy is sometimes quite low. Mostly, hypotonia can be diagnosed at birth. But in a few cases, it does not become clear until they get a little old. The clear sign of hypotonia is: the child not meeting the developmental milestones.
In such a scenario, discuss your child’s growth with the doctor. The doctor will do a physical examination and might ask to conduct a few tests in case of doubt.
In the case of an adult, if sudden symptoms appear, consult a doctor immediately.
Prognosis
The underlying condition defines the outcome of this disease. Hypotonia can be a lifetime disease. Or in some cases, the muscle tone might improve with time. Many milder cases might not even witness developmental delays. Some children might acquire gross motor skills a little late. Most children improve with continuous therapy over time. But few sensitive cases may require wheelchairs or walkers and other assistive equipment for day-to-day activities.
A hypotonic child might need support for daily activities, the most being their parents’ emotional and mental support. Do not compare your child. Do not be saddened that your child’s development is delayed or that your child is a certain way. Be their support. Therapy might improve things over time. Do not panic and listen to what the doctor suggests.
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Your Zodiac Sign Just Revealed the Biggest Challenge you'll Face as a Mom
Ah, zodiac signs. They decide everything – including how well we get along with our kids. Well, here's a cheat sheet that will let you in on the parenting troubles you will face as per your sun sign. Brace yourselves to face some hard truths, and don't say we didn't warn you!
Strange as it may seem, especially to non-believers, our zodiac sign is said to influence even the way we behave with our parents and the kinds of challenges we will face while raising them! Well, knowing about them in advance will help you get prepared. Even if you don't believe in astrology, this can be a fun ride to help you understand the whole parenting thingy a little better.
Check out this list of parenting challenges based on zodiac sign - they are eerily accurate and are sure to come up in your life some time or the other!
Aries (March 21 to April 19): Temper
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The very first sun sign, Aries mommies are not to be messed with! Energetic, fierce and a natural leader, you are not afraid to discipline to children...in fact, being a natural leader, this is really easy for you. As a result, your kids are obedient and well-mannered. However, there are some downsides to your dominant personality. Your fierce temper can get out of hand, so make sure you remember to not get too carried away when you are trying to make your kids responsible for their actions.
Taurus (April 20 to May 20): Tendency to over discipline
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Similar to the Aries mom, you are also headstrong about things and want to make your kids disciplined little humans. While discipline is good, kids will be kids and get up to mischief. Cut them some slack from time to time to keep both you and your kids happy and at peace. Also, hats off for instilling discipline and values in your moppet.
Gemini (May 21 to June 20): Lack of balance between discipline and fun
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Owing to your sign being ruled by the information planet Mercury, it should come as no surprise to anyone that your kids are well-informed. However, since you love having conversations with your kids, make sure they don't turn into chatterboxes. Also, your fun-loving nature might hamper your ability to be firm or consistent while disciplining your kids, so make sure you keep a watch on this.
Cancer (June 21 to July 22): Tendency to be a homebody
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Family comes first for you, and the whole world knows it. You love and support your kids right from when they are bawling infants. But there's one thing you're guilty of – you like staying at home way too much! Take some trips a few times a month to give your kids and husband the outing they deserve!
Leo (July 23 to Aug 22): Overreaction
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Just like a lioness, you take great pride in your little cub(s). Proud and protective of your brood, your kids are sure to feel safe and loved with you. What's more, your warm and fun nature means your kids will look forward to some fun birthday parties and random surprises. But there's a downside: your dramatic nature can make you overreact and make mountains out of molehills. Remember to take a deep breath and count to ten every time you feel overwhelmed!
Virgo (Aug 23 to Sept 22): Perfectionism
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With your exceptional perfectionism and multitasking skills, you can do it all and you do it well. So not only do you take care of your child's needs, you also take care of yourself and your family as a unit. So naturally, your kids know who to turn to you when they need help with school, friends, or any problem that they are facing in life. However, your perfectionism might cause you to put pressure on your kids to do everything perfectly. This will tend to make your kids feel insecure and annoyed, so take it easy and encourage your child to do the best they can.
Libra (Sept 23 to Oct 22): Not being able to draw the line
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Balance and consistency are two of your strongest traits, which means your kids will have a balanced and peaceful existence! None of the overt discipline or 'rules are for fools' attitude for you. Your kids will pretty much be little grown-ups most of the time, knowing when to do what, sharing, caring, and being good at heart. You believe life is an adventure, and you want your kids to have the best in life. But knowing where to draw the line is tough for you, so each time you plan to do something fun for your tot, make sure to ask yourself, ”will this enrich my child's life, or will it be something he does not really need?”
Scorpio (Oct 23 to Nov 21): Being too sensitive
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Your intuitive nature will make you figure out problems your child is facing, and help them resolve it too. Loyalty and protectiveness are second nature to you, so your kids are always in good hands. However, this also means that you tend to take your kid's problems far too personally, or make them your own! Let your child fight their own battles – they will thank you for it later!
Sagittarius (Nov 22 to Dec 21): Impatience
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You know childhood doesn't last forever, and you certainly know how to have fun! Your impulsive nature ensures your kids have a fun, lively environment at home and a great outlook on life in general. But patience is not your virtue, and everyone knows being a parent requires oodles of patience! Try to limit your impulsiveness when it comes to parenting – your kids need a fixed schedule for basics like mealtime, playtime, etc. Try to find a balance between being your kid's friend and your kid's mom.
Capricorn (Dec 22 to Jan 19): Being too serious
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You can handle just about any curveball life throws your way, so breathe easy, mom! You have a strong sense of duty and responsibility, which equips you to impart the right values in your child. But this also means you take things too seriously, making parenting harder than it already is. So try to see the lighter side and make things easier for yourself. This will also will help your kids not worry too much and even learn how to make the best of any situation.
Aquarius (Jan 20 to Feb 18): Being too selfless
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Your selfless nature makes you an amazingly caring mom. You are always aware of what's happening in your child's life, and always there when he needs you. However, there is too much of a good thing. Spend some time with yourself and give your kids some me-time to nurture a beautiful, healthy, loving mother¬child relationship.
Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20): Being lost in fantasy
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Dreamy, artistic and sensitive – these are the words that describe you. Rest assured, your kids will turn out this way too. You will teach your kid to go after what they want - and that is for sure, a great quality for any parent. Unfortunately, artistic folks like you tend to not be rooted in reality, so make sure that you don't encourage your angel's unrealistic dreams. He might be too young to know better now – but with time, they might grow to resent you for feeding them dreams of fulfilling the impossible. Tread with caution!
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App That! 5 Apps Working Moms Need
Technology can be both a friend and a lifesaver. There are a number of top apps for working moms, which can help restore sanity and keep you organised. These savvy apps are easy to operate and don't require that extra effort. Are you ready to be impressed?
Are you the kind of mom who needs help staying organised? There are a number of amazing phone apps to help you on your journey as a mom and a professional. Surprised? You shouldn’t be.
5 Apps which Help Working Moms Stay Sane
Net nanny
Mothers should keep a tab on what their children view online. To ensure this, install Net Nanny on your phone. You're not alone, moms! Schools use this app to great effect. It gives you the necessary control to check how your kids use the Internet. Be assured that if your kids watch things they shouldn't, you would know that. It is one of the best apps for working moms who want to know what their kids are up to.
Calorie counter
Is your hectic schedule making you eat unhealthy everyday? If yes, then this app will help you keep a track on the amount of calories you consume per meal.So, when you log into the app it keeps a tab on what you’re eating. It also has the ability to scan the food package barcode and give you a heads up of the calories you'd consume. This app will help you make wise eating choices when you're on the move.
iSlick
This app is perfect for working moms who don’t have time to shop at a mall. This online shopper app will give you the lowdown on all the best deals, sales, and discounts. Real-time alerts on the app will keep you ahead of the game when it comes to online shopping. You don't have to worry about scouring online for deals. Great app, right?
Mint.com Personal Finance
This personal finance app is great for working moms who need to keep a check on their money.The app helps you categorise all transactions made by you. It'll help you keep a check on your savings account, investments, and credit. It can efficiently help you budget expenses for the month. This is one of the best apps you can download. This is among the top apps for working moms.
Stylish Girl
Who said working moms don’t have to be concerned about maintaining a personal style?If you feel that you never have anything to wear to work, this app will help you make swish sartorial choices. All you need to do is click pictures of your wardrobe and upload it to your own virtual closet. You can then use the app to mix and match styles to create different looks. If you have a date with hubby, this app will help you choose the sexiest one in your closet. Have no fear! This is definitely among the best Android apps for working moms.
These Android and iPhone apps for working moms are pure life-savers. Play around with a few of them before you settle on a specific app. If you need help navigating them, ask for help. You'll be quite amazed at how organised and sane life will become. Read more
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A. You have not given any details about us to what test are you talking about or anything associated with that for that matter can you please repost your question with all the necessary details required to understand your question as accordingly I can assist you on that
Dr Vandan H Kumar has added a new answer
Guardian of 0 children
1 hour ago
Q. my baby is 8years old and she wets bed can anyone suggest me what to do??
Dr Vandan H Kumar
Paediatrician
1 hour ago
A. normally bedwetting is very common during the night time and the child is able to tell you regarding urination during the daytime.
usually this problems improves with increasing age of the child and usually no medicines are given until and unless recommended by the doctor( you can easily wait for ten years of age of the child)
usually treatment of medicines (if started) gives only symptomatic relief and the problem goes away only with increasing age with the strengthening of the muscles of the bladder which control the urination.
steps
decrease the amount of water intake just before going to bed and make the child pass urinex before going to sleep.
also you can wake up the child at around 2 o'clock 3 o'clock and make the child pass urine.
never criticizex the child for this act because this will again aggravate the problem due to stress.
meet your doctor who will tell you more regarding this .
Sunita Mahato has added a new answer
Trying To Conceive
1 hour ago
Q. sir job vacancy are avalable
Sunita Mahato
Mom of 3 children
55 mins ago
A. not the platform fr this question
take care...
Sunita Mahato has added a new answer
Mom of a 1 m old child
50 mins ago
Q. #asktheexperts why my 1 month old baby latch every every 10 15 mins in the afternoon
Sunita Mahato
Mom of 3 children
41 mins ago
A. every 10 to 15 mins baby wants attention and all the time to be in lap so
dnt develop that habit...
maintain a feeding gap of 2 hrs...
always burp after feed..
take care
Rashmi has added a new answer
Trying To Conceive
37 mins ago
Q. Hello doctors.. I am 32 weeks pregnant... I am getting vibration feeling near right upper abdomen... mostly when I lying on left side it's getting vibration feeling... it's normal?
Rashmi
Mom of a 9 yr 7 m old girl
10 mins ago
A. Different women have different feeling during the time of pregnancy so it would be normal but if it is happening constantly with you then it would be good for you to get it checked with your doctor whatever is required doctor advise you after examining
Sai Prasanthi R L has added a new answer
Expecting Mom due in 4 months
34 mins ago
Q. I want something very good products to my coming baby
Sai Prasanthi R L
Mom of a 10 yr 2 m old boy
16 mins ago
A. Hello dear! Try Babyhug skin care and clothing products for the baby. There are safe and effective for almost every skin type. Consult your doctor for further assistance in this regard. Good luck and take care
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