I'm in Love!!

About 25 years ago, when I was a one year kid, my dad used to carry me on his shoulders to the market and buy me my favorite rose milk and idlis. He never beat me till now, not even once, let even scold me! Me and my sis always waited for him to return from office in the evening which was almost 13 miles away, because he used bring for us toys, flowers and sweets almost daily. Since then I fell in love with him!!

Staying alone in a place far away from home because of promotions and official works is not that easy for an Indian woman. Many struggles are involved while balancing work, family, children and society. When all these are indispensable in her life, a woman becomes adorable. Hence my mom is always adorable for us. I'm in love with her!!

Being very studious and also staying active in extra-curricular activities made me a favorite for my teachers. They showed me the way how to live in life and how not to !! Two months ago, I happened to meet my teacher who taught me second language at higher classes. She hugged me and scolded for not attending her son's wedding. Might be it was their love and inspiration that made me switch from a corporate field to teaching profession. Love you teacher!!

Adversities show  the true friends in life who really stays with us. And I am glad that I have two real friends, my sis and bro. I love them!! And I love adversities too for teaching me that truth of life.... I must mention my love towards God for making me love my life and for all those he has given me and for all those he hasn't.

Loving unconditionally by birth comes only for few. As long as you can keep them loving you, you are the most richest person in the world. The moment you lose their love and faith, you are dead. My husband is one of such a kind!! We met ten years ago and are married for six years for now. All these years have passed like very few moments for us. Very often we go through our marriage album to remind ourselves that we are really married!! Because we never felt the difference!! He takes care of me in such a manner and showers his unconditional love. I must admit I can never reach him in this aspect! I'm in love with my husband!!

4 years ago when I was pregnant with my son, during the third month, I lost my grandma. She loved me more than our mom and dad. The reason we never missed our mom though she stayed away from home for years together, is because of our grand mother. Now she's gone but her love is always upon us!! Love you grandma, miss you!!

I could recover from the loss of my grandmother because of two persons, one being my husband while the second is my little darling, my son!! While I was hoping for a girl and planning to name her with my grandma's name, I was gifted with this little rascal by the God. His entry changed my life and the way I think. Initially, though I felt quite challenging to accept this change, now I love this more than anything else in the world. I'm in love with my motherhood!!

Gift your kids the Mother Tongue!!

A kid is born in his Mother Tongue. It is the parents'  responsibility that their kids develop an interest and love on it. In this globalized world, though one has to communicate excellently in their official language, it doesn't mean that they neglect their mother tongue. All of our basic needs- hunger, anger, cry, prayer, love, helplessness ,fear and all our emotions involuntarily jump out of us in our mother tongue, unless otherwise.

Parents can create interest in their children by teaching them the script, telling short stories, teaching them some poems, playing word games, encouraging them to read children's books printed in their mother tongue and giving importance to speak in mother tongue at home. Mother tongue is our second identity, first being our birth country. If we neglect these, we lose our identity. On foreign lands to which we are new, encountering a person speaking our native language gives us a lot of support and courage. Such is its power!!

On this International Mother Language day (Feb 21), let us take an oath that we love our first language ,pass it on to our generations and protect our identity!!

Give your kid's room a makeover!!

 
It is always very tough to make kids love their belongings for a longer time. Very soon their tastes keep changing either because of the influence of visual media or due to comparison with others.Constant research is required for parents, especially moms, to keep their little minds active. By giving their room a makeover using these wallies according to their taste, they are sure to get a lovely surprise from you and you will win the sweetest comment for ever "Mom, I love you!!"

[ Wall stickers image source: www.thekidswindow.co.uk ]

Tricks to make food more appeasing to children

As a mom, i have many experiences as to how testing it would be to give a wholesome food to my kid. It would be a real relief to any mom  if  kids consumes at least half of what is given to them. This is a daily challenge if you are working mom who runs on wheels in the mornings. Little plan and creativity is a must while designing food for children. Certain tricks and ideas might make this task easily done.

• Use plates and bowls of different colors,, designs and shapes  to appease their eyes. Give them option as to which color or shape or design they would prefer for that day's meal. Stores are flooded with many options and choose some which suits your pocket. Make sure the colors and material are food grade.
  
  
  
  
  
  

• Try to decorate any recipe using cherries, strawberries, nuts, dry fruits, choco chips, sauces,jams or fruits. Make them as interesting as possible that children should cry for more!! Browse the net for ideas or use your creativity.

• If your child is reluctant to eat or drink anything, don't force and go for other alternative for that moment. Later,think over what can be done to make that item interesting to your kid. For instance, if your child doesn't show interest in drinking milk, change the current milk mix, opt for another brand or get another flavor or color of it or choose any other form like mixing with corn flakes of various flavors or something like that.

• At dinner, don't put on cartoons or tv's and give a plate and spoon to them. Tell the kid interesting stories which make him forget about the food and also strengthen your bond of love.

• Follow almost same timings  daily for meals so that the kid's body is tuned accordingly.  Erratic meal schedules can disturb hunger levels of anybody.

• If you are opting for snacks in between meals, maintain minimum two hour gap between snack and meal. Also check that the snack is neither too heavy nor unhealthy. Opt for home made fresh food and avoid junk food.

• Keep the menu interesting and add new recipes  often. Don't repeat the same recipe at least for a week and bore them.

• Don't ponder too much if your kid misses a meal once a while. Compensate it with a fruit or an omelette  or a healthy homemade sandwich. Kids usually have wavering appetite till 5 years.

• Consult your pediatrician and ask multivitamin syrups to provide all required nutrients to them and to increase their appetite. 

Tips for breastfeeding mothers

Nothing can replace mother's milk for an infant up to six months..It protects the child from various infections and helps in all round development by providing all required nutrients. If you are a proud mother breastfeeding your child, then these tips are just for you....



If you want to get increased milk production, increase your intake of milk. Drink minimum 3 glasses of milk and mix herbal supplements like satavari to boost the result.



Increase your calorie intake as suggested by your doctor by taking in healthy and nutritious foods to compensate for the feeding.



Drink more liquids to quench your thirst...preferably opt for boiled water because it is safe for you and your baby.



Don't hurry to lose weight. Enjoy the beauty of motherhood and ensure that your body gets all the required nutrients by eating variety of foods.




Eat all kinds of foods so that your baby gets all those nutrients through milk. Do simple exercises like walking, stretching and kegel exercises. Hitting gym, swimming, running, riding or other adventurous activities are strict no no's at least up to six months after delivery.




Don't try to be super mom and do all on your own. Sharing tasks is best for you at this time. Take support of your family members or appoint a maid to help you.



Open your heart with your beloved husband and talk about any inconvenience in love life. There's nothing that cannot be solved through discussion.



Take proper care about your own self as you do to your child. A happier mom means a happier family. Share all your feelings with your loved one, meditate and relax yourself emotionally.



Maintain proper hygiene. Consult your doctor in case of any minor inconvenience and self medication is not suggested.



Consume coriander, cumin, fenugreek, asafetida, spinach, milk, ghee, ginger, garlic and easily digestable home made sweets.



Don't consume hard to digest foods like junk foods, deep fries, oily foods, cheese, excessive non veg foods etc.

Take regular massages with herbal oils to improve your immunity and to relax you. Keep yourself warm always.


Compensate your disturbed night sleep by sleeping in the day time.


Relax and think just only about you and your baby till you strengthen emotionally and physically.