Anu Chi Aai is a platform for Indian parents to find answers to all questions and worries related to parenting and childcare!
Motherhood is a life-changing experience. It is a constant, roller-coaster ride. Parenting entails a lot of learning, I remember being clueless about so many things. Like, what to eat during pregnancy, how to pack my hospital bag, how to pump and store excess breastmilk, what solids to start, and so on.
I was really fortunate to find the right people who lovingly guided me through the initial part of this journey with their invaluable experience and advice!
My mother – a treasure trove of traditional childcare wisdom
My prenatal teacher – a staunch promoter of minimum interventional delivery and exclusive breastfeeding
My doctor friends – demystifying anything related to childcare which requires medical expertise
My group of fellow moms – who trod the path a few months or years before me
CHILDCARE ARTICLES
Why reusable baby wipes are better for your baby & you
Baby wet wipes are pre-moistened towels, used to clean up infants. Traditionally soft cotton/muslin cloth, dipped in water, were used as reusable baby wipes. These days many parents opt for disposable baby wet wipes. It [...]
A complete guide to buying a baby car seat
A baby car seat is the safest way for a baby to travel in the car. Period! It is an essential but often overlooked baby product. The numbers of cars on Indian roads are increasing [...]
Why a child car seat is an important baby accessory
A child car seat is an under-valued and highly neglected item in India. Many parents assume that if they drive their car slowly, the child will be protected in case of an accident. Hence a [...]
First aid for kids – An essential guide for parents
"SAFETY brings first aid to the uninjured" ~ This quote (source unknown) aptly puts why parents learn about first aid for kids. My husband and I opted for a first aid course when Anu was [...]
First aid for bleeding in a child – A useful guide for parents
Once your child becomes mobile, he is going to explore things and places around him. As he starts running and jumping around, some minor cuts, grazes and bruises are common. This post is about how [...]
10 non-essential baby products that you can avoid buying
The prospect of a child’s arrival is like getting into uncharted waters, especially for first-time parents. They spend weeks in preparation! Getting the house baby-ready, making a big baby shopping list, to shopping for various [...]
Pregnancy
Parenting
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 [...]
A detailed guide to exercise after delivery
Tending to a baby is physically and emotionally demanding as well as time-consuming. It very often leads to gross attention deficit towards yourself. But keep reminding yourself that you are a mother, not a martyr. [...]
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 [...]