Mother & Baby India

Mother & Baby India, specialises in everything baby-related. From stories of Indian mums and babies, product reviews , loads of local info, to global views. Mother & Baby India also draws from international top-sellers Mother & Baby UK and Pregnancy & Birth UK. It has become the leader in the Indian parenting genre since its launch in May 2008, respected and loved by parents, doctors and industry experts alike.

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Three’s a family! • Delhi-based Arshia Chopra opens up on making her way through mommyhood with 18 month-old Inaaya

A TASTE OF SUMMER • Stay cool in the scorching heat with these refreshing summer recipes by celebrity nutritionist Sheryl Salis

Oxytocin the love hormone • The close physical correlation between love, labour and lactation was unknown until the hormone Oxytocin and its effects on human tissues and behaviour was studied extensively. In this Valentine issue, M&B helps you understand why Oxytocin is called the love hormone and how it helps to procreate and nurture...

HOW IT WORKS

10 ways to raise mentally strong children • We live in a dog eat dog world. Children today face far more competition than we did growing up. And while being sympathetic can help comfort them for a while, teaching your child to take failure and defeat in their stride will prove to be far more effective in the long run says Mr Narendra Goidani, founder, WOW Parenting

BUMP & BEYOND

10 Pregnancy Nutrition Myths Busted • Pregnancy nutrition is an essential part of ensuring your baby grows strong and healthy. Contrary to popular belief, pregnancy cravings don’t necessarily mean you should give in to an indulge. In fact, a craving for certain foods imply you’re lacking in a certain mineral or nutrient. Tanya Khubchandani Vatsa puts your worries to rest by busting these popular myths. Read on to know more...

Baby, It’s Me  Six ways to bond with your developing baby • She may not be in your arms just yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get to know each other—from today. Bond…

Bring back your mojo with post-natal yoga! • After giving birth, a new mother not only has a beautiful bundle of joy to love, but she’s usually left with a sore lower back, tight hips, and tensed shoulders as well. Here’s a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga sequence that’s sure to bring relief.

20 ways to indulge in that much-needed ‘me time’ • While we’re sure you can’t get enough of face time with your bundle of joy, sitting back and relaxing can actually help kick start your battery to enable you to give much more care to your baby, and family. Read on to know more

TWENTY ME TIME IDEAS!

LITTLE ONES

Diaper Dos for the Summer • With the weather heating up, it’s important to pay utmost attention to your baby’s delicate skin, particularly around the nappy area. Sweat can cause infections and chafing, among other things. Read on to know why using cloth diapers is perhaps one of the safest ways to keep your baby protected during the hotter months

QUICK TIP

HANDS ON! • While hand sanitisers are now an everyday staple, there seems to be growing concern over exposing our li’l ones to harmful toxins. M&B investigates….

Starstruck! Your baby’s horoscope for the month

The importance of routine & structure for your toddler • A routine is said to bring some consistency to a child’s life. Read on to know more