Summary Every baby develops at their own pace, but there are certain developmental red flags that parents should not ignore. Knowing baby milestones by age can help parents recognise when a child may need a little extra support. Delays in movement, communication, social interaction, hearing, vision or problem-solving can sometimes indicate baby developmental delays. A…
Quick Summary Many parents notice that their baby’s head looks slightly flat on one side or at the back during the first few months and immediately begin to worry. The good news is that in most cases, flat head syndrome is common, harmless and highly manageable when identified early. This article explains what causes plagiocephaly…
A quick summary Baby-led weaning (BLW) and traditional spoon feeding are two different approaches to introducing complementary foods to babies. With baby-led weaning, babies are offered appropriately prepared finger foods and encouraged to feed themselves. Traditional spoon feeding generally begins with mashed, pureed or soft foods offered by a parent or caregiver. Neither approach is…
Summary Screen time for babies has become a growing concern for parents in today’s digital world. From televisions and smartphones to tablets and video calls, screens are now a part of everyday life. While technology offers convenience and entertainment, excessive screen exposure during infancy can affect learning, language development, sleep quality, attention span, and social…
Bringing home a newborn often comes with a mixture of joy, excitement and concern. One of the biggest worries for new parents is keeping their baby healthy and protected from illness. Since newborns are still developing their immune systems, it is natural to wonder whether they are getting enough protection and what parents can do…
Creating a safe sleep environment is one of the most important steps parents can take to protect their baby in the early months and years of life. From choosing the right sleep surface and position to understanding room-sharing, temperature control, and common myths around infant sleep, this article walks new parents through everything they need…
By Sonali Shivlani, Pregnancy and Parenting Consultant, Director – CAPPA India Pregnancy and early parenthood are among the most profound transitions in a person’s life. They bring immense joy, excitement, and love — but also uncertainty, doubt, and sometimes even isolation. While previous generations relied on family members, neighbours, and elders for guidance, today’s parents…
1. Empowering Women with Knowledge One of the most powerful aspects of pregnancy support services is access to accurate, practical information. Many working women are used to researching and preparing for their professional projects meticulously, but when it comes to pregnancy, information can often feel fragmented and confusing. Support programmes provide structured knowledge about nutrition,…
Parenting in the twenty-first century looks very different from the way our parents or grandparents approached it. Where earlier generations relied on extended families, neighbours, and instinctive wisdom, today’s parents are just as likely to reach for their smartphones before calling Grandma. From pregnancy-tracking apps to sleep monitors and AI-powered toys, technology has become an…
For many couples, the decision to have a second child can feel just as important – if not more so – than the choice to have their first. The excitement of parenthood is already familiar, but so are the challenges, the sleepless nights, the juggling act, and the never-ending to-do lists. Deciding whether to expand…