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Normal Delivery vs C-Section: What New Moms Should Really Know (Without the Guilt ) I come from a middle-class family, rooted in traditional values. Like many Indian women, I grew up hearing that normal delivery is the best —not just physically, but also morally. My mother, my colleagues, everyone around me echoed the same advice: "Do everything possible to have a vaginal delivery." So, during my entire pregnancy, I prepared for it. I walked for kilometers daily, sat in squat positions, stayed active, ate healthy—all with one goal in mind: normal delivery . Somewhere, I started believing that by following all the “rules,” I deserved one. The Big Day and the Unexpected Turn When my delivery day came, I was in active labor , the pain was intense but I bore it bravely. My mind kept saying— “this pain is worth it because you’re strong, and you’re going to deliver normally.” But after hours of pain, the doctor came in, did a vaginal check-up, burst my water bag, and informed...

  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...