A few weeks before delivery, the baby’s head settles lower in the pelvis, and so the uterus or womb seems to slip downwards and forwards and the shape of the abdomen changes. This may cause a feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen. You may want to pass urine more often. There may also be… [ Continue Reading ]
Author: Shanti Ghosh
How Much Milk for a One-year-old?
“My baby won’t eat a thing no matter what I cook” is a common complaint. It is usually due to the fact that he is having 8 oz (200 to 225 ml) of milk four or five times a day. This of course is sufficient to supply all the calories or energy he needs in… [ Continue Reading ]
The Period of Pregnancy
The normal period of pregnancy is 280 days (40 weeks) from the first day of the last menstrual period. Throughout pregnancy, the growing fetus is entirely dependent on its mother. The mother’s diet, her general state of health and the amount of physical work she does — all have their effect on the child. Therefore,… [ Continue Reading ]
Development Profile of children by Age
For the sake of convenience and easy reference, the major areas of development in a child have been grouped according to age. One month profile Turns towards the source of light, tries to fix his gaze on the mother or any object nearby like a toy, and briefly follows a light source. A sudden sound… [ Continue Reading ]
Feeding Bottles
The bottle can also be a bond between the mother and the baby. The mother can hold the baby in her lap and the closeness can be as satisfying as it is while breast feeding. The trouble arises when the mother thinks that since she is not breast feeding the baby someone else can do… [ Continue Reading ]
Care of the Breasts during pregnancy
Soap should not be used on nipples as it removes natural oils. Wear a bra with a good support, usually one size bigger than the usual size. If the nipples are small or retracted, pull them out gently from side to side and from above and below during the second trimester. Small and retracted nipples… [ Continue Reading ]
Head Control
The newborn cannot control his head at all, and you have to support his head with your hand or elbow while carrying him. By four to six weeks, his control over his head matures gradually till he is three to four months old and can hold his head up by himself. If he is lying… [ Continue Reading ]
Is My Milk Enough?
The milk supply increases from about 100 ml on the second day to about 500 ml in the second week and more slowly thereafter. Some mothers get very panicky as to whether the baby is getting enough breast milk. I have known mothers who weighed the baby after every feed or at least every day…. [ Continue Reading ]
Cravings and Aversions During Pregnancy
As you enter pregnancy, you may realise that food can be a great source of joy or sorrow. You may crave for some foods, while some could put you off and in fact, have you rushing to the bathroom – to throw up. You will get an irresistible urge to eat something in particular. A… [ Continue Reading ]
Delayed Walking
Some babies are walking by their first birthday, others do not walk till one and a half years. These are normal variations. As long as the child is crawling about vigorously, he cannot have any weakness in his legs so there is nothing to worry about. However, if he has been slow in sitting and… [ Continue Reading ]