Mom Touch A Delhi Mom’s tales…

This transition  from liquids to solids is another interesting phase accompanied with delight and concern . Its indeed a responsibility to nurture another life. One of my friend is undergoing the same . This is dedicated to little Harry !

Breakfast options !

1 cup cereals - serve rice cereal, cooked mashed dals check consistency don`t be harsh on little tummy !

1   cup fruits - Mashed ripe banana is really kiddies favourite. For a change go for Apple Stew . Or mashed papaya in combo of sapotaa.

Snack

 Small quantities of Juices of orange, grapes, pomeranate can be given . But balance it out such a way that baby doesnt get habitual to sweet stuff. Its the time when they develop habits. Its in ours hands totally.

Cooked and mashed veggies (peas, carrots, bottle gourd).

Lunch options

1   cup yoghurt or yellow vegetables .

1   cup Mashed dal and rice.

1   cup Vegetable soup.

 1   cup Roasted Wheat porridge.

Snack

1 biscuit ,  flavored Custards

Milk

Dinner options

Mashed boiled Potato a pinch of salt. Tofu , Green veggies (peas, carrot, cabbage, beets, spinach)

Before sleep : milk .

To prevent tooth decay wipe teeth with wet cloth.

Avoid High sugar content foodies.

Prefer food items that are less salty and spicy.

Enjoy Cooking !

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Happy Independence Day !

Are we really Independent ? Literal meaning of Independence is that our fighters fought from colonial rule and freedour nation . But by simply reading in history books about the heroic deeds of great leaders will really infuse that feel in today`s generation the true intensity of Independence.  The true spirit is lost in old libaries, under dust. What is visible is in mind. How to make it more prominent ?

We are ‘ The Present’ of nation holding the responsibility of building tomorrow of India. I think we can contribute to a healthy tommorrow by empowering our kids with the value system, promoting freedom and patriotism so they learn it and respect it. It is our duty as a citizens of India. Being funky and talking, living english style is no big deal. Challenge lies in nurturing and instilling a Indian spirit in new generation.

National Anthem is running on TV sets. Stand still. Be silent. Child will grow you watching. Will teach his/her generations what you indirectly taught. This is what I have grown seeing my grandad. I feel Proud to teach that to my baby ! Show respect to National Anthem at home.

 In General public opinion kids speaking in  english are considered smart. It should be so ?
Don`t Know But I strongly feel moving ahead leaving roots behind will lead nowhere. I have taught my baby 1234….10 in English. ABC…Z also. Simultaneously I am teaching a, aa, e, ee. She learned do, teen, char, paanch as well. Else I would have felt guilty.
I believe English is no prestige issue which people usually consider. Its just another language. I think they are slaves in free world. I like Itchy because I noticed her using hindi font. I`ll borrow that !

I have heard very casually slipping from today`s college going gen. We have no future in India. Its lacks ! I have something to say …..guys pls. go away to achieve American Dream because with you India has no future.

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The idea of selecting a preschool  becomes an imp. issue when the baby is  about to enter the 2 yr bracket. There are so many thoughts which needs to be cleared before taking a  descision . We just cant afford to leave baby in hands of people who  are not experienced and not smart enough to handle this generation. This gen. kids are truly smarter than what we were in our childhood. I strongly believe they needs to be tackled diligently . I never liked the idea of schools opened in houses hanged with animal posters , colored walls painted and all showy pompy thing to attract parents and kids which actually does not hold any meaning. A homemaker turned principal of a tiny miny pre school. I just cant stand it . I m voting them out as their  viewpoint is not strong enough to convince me . How can they be real boost to my kid ! 

What new can they introduce to my kid to learn and  grow. To me its like sending baby to neighbourhood home with aunty and aya`s and few kids. Not a school feel that I expect. Its totally ruled out.

Today kids are very demandy and exposed. My little techy bee knows how to operate TV. DVD player, mobile on n off  and can even switch on my notebook.She can change cd`s as well. Can we really expect this from us 20 yrs back. This infuses me with the idea of thoughtfuly choosing a school.

2nd comes a chain of schools like Shemrock, Euro Kids, Mother`s Pride, Kidzee etc etc. I spotted MM and very much agrees to her that franchise; it becomes business…..but adding to it they follow the courseware, books, toys, nature of activities defined to them. Which is composed by experts. As far as teachers are concerned they follow a strict criterion given to them. They are money oriented playschools also offering good services for the kind of money they charge. Days of availing great services in less money and almost free are gone now.  For quality we have to pay for it.

Its more or less a personal choice and judgement .

After a reasearch I think  talking to teachers, mentors, principle about the philosophies, nutrition, discipline and the activities . The ratio of teacher and student, safe enviroment, safety issues triggered my mind. They way they dealt with issues is noticeable as well.

Getting into interaction gives fair idea of teachers being friendly, encouraging, caring.

A cheerful and vibrant enviroment surely  fills loads of energies.

Expecting too much from a playschool and far more from a 2yr toddy at this point of time is not so healthy. Its the attitude that takes the final word. At the end of the day the child should be happy and creativity, freedom shall not be hindered  ! I guess thats not too much to expect :d

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The little 2 yrs toddies full of energy and curiosity to learn and experiment the world around . To me look like high power engines need to be dealt smartly. They get thrilled with the idea of challenging activities. They have more demands and are after it till they get it. Best way is to be always ready with range of new activities and ideas that works as a diversion. Not necessary that you always have to buy things to divert them creativity works ! Everything is new to them.

Try to keep them busy in constructive activities . Literally they follow much tighter schedules than anybody else does. The grasp is faster use it optimally . Some activities below might be helpful:

A wooden tray of puzzles : of various colors and shapes, alphabets, fruits and vegetables.

The pull toys with bells, flapping ears, wagging tails.

Building blocks thats my favorite one. It enhances toddler`s sorting, grabbing, stacking and other creative abilities .

Friendly Splash in summers is counted in the best things of life. There are bath toys little fish, turtles, teddies, dolphins, penguins, frogs. Bath time turned to fun time or even the zoo time.

Worldly treasures The books - with more pictures and less words. Well suited for age.

House play the plastic fruits, vegetables, spatulas, doctor sets, doll houses catches little homemaker`s attention.

Little scribbles on walls, refrigerators can be controlled by introducing them to their colors kit and paper.

The 1st pedal . Tricycle is a toddler`s delight gives a sense of independence.

Keeping them involved in activties otherwise they will get into hitting, biting, useless crying business. Thats truly annoying.

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Calories, weight control mantras, diet articles, talk shows , shape out of proportion has become everyday most talked about issues. I did not keep a help for baby as thoughts of getting back to shape were immense. I followed the old approach  doing all activities of  baby myself will help in shedding the extra fat. Thereby keeping my self super active . But that is not all to it.

I m on the way to cracking the code  .

Understanding the concept its the combination of right excercise and healthy diet. Give a break to sweet tooth and taste buds. Listen to bones crying for help ! Please save us from this  ferocious bulk .

Cutting down on meals is not a healthy idea. Instead follow the art of switching to various food groups and different food items like reducing the intake carbohydrates and increasing the element of fruits and vegetables.

Taking dinner late is not advisable . Giving it  full time to get assimilated and digested is a key .

Emphasizing more on water will disallow the collection of fats beneath the muscles. It does act has a temporary filler and does curb the hunger.

Crashed diets were never in my books ! I beleive in Eat drink make merry ! I follow the charvakas philosophy ..

I tried to bring a change in quantity . Better to have little than never ! Maintaining weight is a life process .Whole life  cant be CRUEL to my desires of having sweet edibles . When I go for calorie friendly stuff i.e.  ice creams I avoid dbl. scoops  shifted to single scoop. Same formula applied to other fat oriented stuff !

To achieve higher basal metabolic rate meals shall be consumed in right quantity. Like breakfast and lunch should be heavy and dinner to be the lightest one.

Found  exercise tips from Itchy and some yoga tips.

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