Why Shatavari is every new mother’s best friend
When it comes to biology, women seem to have ended up with a raw deal. Our metabolism isn’t as strong as most men’s. We have to contend with menstrual cramps every month. Menopause brings with [...]
How to prepare yourself for breastfeeding
When the nurse handed me my newborn son to feed for the very first time, I felt helpless. Suddenly a tiny, breathing bundle depended on me for survival, and I had to be his feeding [...]
How to make a baby sleep without breastfeeding
The first time my little baby boy fell asleep at my breast, I was delighted. This tiny, pink-bellied bundle giving off soft snores while I cuddle him was my definition of heaven. Gradually every [...]
Shatavari – A useful Ayurvedic supplement to boost lactation
During pregnancy, my sister-in-law gave me her copy of "Garbha Sanskar" book by Balaji Tambe. While I scanned through a few of the pages, a topic of "shatavari" caught my attention. I had never heard [...]
Easy & tasty mukhwas a.k.a. mouth freshener recipe
source: https://goo.gl/VzkWud Post delivery, a mother's body requires various nutrients to recover from childbirth, aid lactation, and gain strength. Not just that the sleepless nights with a newborn can cause acidity. So one needs [...]
Nutritious, yummy & easy traditional snacks for breastfeeding mothers
As a new mother are you experiencing hunger pangs, acidity, gassiness & feeling exhausted post delivery? These are common issues postpartum. Your body is recovering from childbirth & also in the constant milk production mode [...]
Weaning my baby off breastmilk – mother led weaning
My baby girl loves her "dudu". Whether it is "Mamma dudu" or a glass of cow milk, she rarely (and I mean rarely) says no to "dudu". Every day when I pick her from daycare [...]
Why are protein, iron and calcium essential nutrients in pregnancy diet
In India, healthcare experts recommend a balanced, healthy diet rich in calcium, iron and protein during pregnancy. These and other essential nutrients in pregnancy diet are required for the baby as well as for the [...]
Quick and easy Ajwain water recipe for lactating mother
Traditionally in India mothers recovering from childbirth drank 'Ajwain paani' aka Ajwain water regularly. It helps to prevent bloating and flatulence as well as boost lactation. It is believed that if a lactating mother consumes [...]
An Indian mother’s guide to express breast milk
Using a breast pump to express breast milk is a prevalent practice in the US. Especially amongst moms who plan to provide breast milk to their baby after going back to work. No doubt that most [...]