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  Top 7 Reasons Your Baby Won’t Sleep at Night  Intro (Example) Sleep deprivation is one of the toughest parts of parenting—especially when your baby refuses to sleep at night. If you're a tired parent wondering "Why won’t my baby sleep?" , you're not alone. From developmental changes to environmental triggers, there are many possible causes behind those sleepless nights. In this blog, we’ll explore the top 7 reasons your baby might be struggling with nighttime sleep—and what you can do to help. 1. Growth Spurts and Developmental Leaps During growth spurts or when learning new skills (like crawling or standing), babies can wake more often. Their bodies and brains are working overtime! Tip : Offer extra feeds and comfort during these phases. It usually passes in a few days. 2. Sleep Associations If your baby needs to be rocked, fed, or held to fall asleep, they might wake and cry when they can’t recreate that condition at night. Tip : Gradually introduce indepe...

   Is Screen Time Bad for Toddlers? What New Research in 2025 Says In today’s digital world, screen time is almost unavoidable — even for toddlers. But is it really harmful? According to the latest research in 2025 , the impact of screen time on toddlers depends on how much, what kind, and how it's used . 👶 Who Are Toddlers? Toddlers are children between the ages of 1 to 3 years . This stage is critical for brain development, language skills, emotional growth, and physical activity . That’s why experts are concerned about excessive screen exposure during this time. 📊 What 2025 Research Says About Screen Time in Toddlers 1. 🧠 Brain Development A 2025 study published in The Journal of Pediatric Neuroscience revealed that toddlers who spent more than 1 hour per day on passive screen time showed delays in language, memory, and attention span . 2. 🌙 Sleep Problems The Indian Academy of Pediatrics (2025) confirmed that evening screen use reduces melatonin production...

  Introduction In 2018, a routine check-up for a stomach issue turned into the beginning of a long, unexpected journey. I was diagnosed with small dermoid cysts on both my ovaries. The doctors assured me there was nothing to worry about. Back then, they were barely noticeable and supposedly harmless. Like many of us, I trusted the expert advice and moved on — unaware of the emotional rollercoaster life had planned for me. This is not just a story about a health condition. It’s about strength, miracles, unexpected blessings, and embracing motherhood even when everything seemed uncertain. When It All Started: 2018 Diagnosis Back in 2018, I started experiencing unexplained stomach issues. A complete set of medical tests revealed that I had dermoid cysts on both ovaries, but they were quite small. My doctor told me not to worry, as they weren’t harmful at that stage. With no visible symptoms or pain, I moved on, continued life as usual, and honestly, forgot about them. A New Chapter: M...

A Day in My Life as a working Mom | The Soulful Mam  1. Motherhood is beautiful, but it’s not always easy— especially when you’re trying to balance work, home, fitness, and personal goals. Here’s a little glimpse into my everyday routine as a working mom, trying to juggle it all with love and grace. 🌙 My Day Begins at last night Yes, you read that right! My day actually begins the night before. It completely depends on how my little champ sleeps. If he has a peaceful night, I wake up fresh and energetic. But if he’s restless, my sleep is disturbed, and it affects how my morning starts. 🌅 5:00 AM – A Fresh Start I aim to wake up by 5:00 AM. My early morning rituals include some deep breathing, sipping warm water, and gathering myself for the day ahead. This quiet time is essential — a small slice of peace before the house wakes up. From 5:30 to 6:30 AM i used to pack lunch for me and my husband and a short breastfeed session for my baby. 👩‍🏫 6:30 AM – Leaving for Work By 6:30 AM...