Author: Malavika
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The Sustainable Approach: Why I Choose Hand-Me-Downs for My Baby’s Wardrobe
As a new parent, I’ve discovered a wonderful and sustainable solution when it comes to dressing my baby – hand-me-downs. The reality is, babies grow at an astonishing rate, quickly outgrowing their clothes before they even have a chance to wear them out. In this article, I want to share my personal journey of embracing…
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Popsicles for Teething
The teething phase can be a challenging time for both babies and parents. As a breastfeeding mom, I was constantly searching for natural and soothing remedies to ease my little one’s discomfort. That’s when I discovered the wonderful world of frozen breast milk popsicles. In this article, I’ll share the benefits and simple steps to…
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Surviving Teething: Navigating the biting phase of your little one
The teething phase is a milestone that all parents eagerly await and simultaneously dread. As a mom in India, I’ve encountered a lot of advice from well-meaning aunties, each with their own remedies and suggestions. But when my daughter began teething, it was a whole new experience filled with surprises and challenges. In this article,…
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Supermom’s sidekick: How to Support a New Mom and Survive Diaper Duty
Becoming a new parent is an incredible journey filled with joy and challenges. As a partner, it’s natural to want to be involved and supportive, but sometimes it can be difficult to find your place amidst the intense focus on the new baby. However, by actively participating and supporting the mother, you can play a…
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From Messy Bun to Fancy Fun: why date nights are crucial for new parents
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy for couples to become more like roommates than romantic partners. The conversations revolve around chores, tasks, and to-do lists, leaving little room for meaningful connection. Arguments about who does more and negativity seeped into what was once a perfect relationship. As a couple, my husband…
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Embracing the Learning Curve: Navigating Work and Motherhood
Becoming a mother is a transformative experience that brings immense joy, love, and challenges. When envisioning the return to work after maternity leave, many of us create well-thought-out plans to balance our professional lives with the responsibilities of motherhood. However, the reality of parenting often throws unexpected curveballs, making it crucial to adapt and find…
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Trying to “mom”
I have heard many women say motherhood is difficult. I never gave much thought to it. One never does think on these terms, or delve into the troubles their caregivers went through. Now that I have a child of my own, I understand the struggle and I will always be grateful to my mum for…
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A Sanctuary in the middle of nowhere
We live in a world where every single place has been explored. To find a place in India, that has been untouched felt so delightful. The happiness of stumbling onto such a place even felt divine, the quiet of the surroundings, the flowing river and the sounds of birds chirping were heavenly to say the…
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Can’t keep calm, we are pregnant!
After 2 years of trying, we have 10 little toes and 10 little fingers will be taking over our world. Our story- 2 years of trying to get pregnant have been a struggle. If you are trying to get pregnant, you know the let-downs each month. The pain is unbearable, an image you created and…
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How lucky am I
There are times when I get bogged down by things happening around me. Recently on a trip to Kanha National park, we failed to have a good sighting of a tiger. The others on the same day had spotted a male tiger walking towards them on the mud path. I felt, understandably, very unlucky for…
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