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Sanjana did her post graduation in Applied Microbiology from Vellore Institute of Technology, India. Her interest in science and health, combined with her passion to write made her convert from a scientist to a writer. She believes her role at MomJunction combines the best of both worlds as she writes health-based content based on scientific evidence. Sanjana is trained in classical music and traditional dance form Bharatnatyam. She is an avid reader of fiction and enjoys travelling to new places, listening to music and watching Netflix when she is off work.
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Children with an anxiety disorder may experience irrational nervousness and fear, affecting their daily functioning. Thus, anxiety activities for kids can help them cope with the situation and go about with their routines. Anxiety is a feeling of extreme nervousness or uneasiness about a situation or outcome, and all children experience anxiety at some point. […]
The mucus plug in pregnancy is a thick layer of mucus that forms in the cervical canal (1). The plug helps prevent the carriers of bacteria and other harmful microorganisms from entering the uterus and infecting the baby. When the cervix starts to dilate during childbirth and pushes the baby out of the womb, the […]
Pregnancy ultrasound enables healthcare providers to identify existing problems in the growing fetus and allows parents to see their baby for the first time. As a result, ultrasounds are now an important part of routine prenatal care for most pregnant women. Diagnostic ultrasound procedures are considered safe, and according to the American Congress of Obstetricians […]
Knowing the right Tylenol dosing for infants is important to avoid over dosage or other side effects. Tylenol is an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine prescribed to babies either as an analgesic (pain-relieving medicine) or an antipyretic (medicines used to treat fever). Infants’ Tylenol should be preferred over Tylenol tablets for babies and young children as the […]
According to a Soviet psychologist, Lev Semyonovish Vygotsky, dramatic play for toddlers promotes emotional, cognitive, and social development (1). When children are two to three years old, they show their interests in various activities such as dressing up like you or repeating what you show and wish to be a part of the adult world. […]
Gross motor activities for infants require them to use their largest and strongest core muscles such as the torso, legs, and arms (1). These activities are associated with improved physical activity and better development, resulting in enhanced and reduced (BMI) (2). According to WHO guidelines, infants should ideally be engaged in such activities for a […]
Babies have delicate eyes that may get irritated easily (1) Irritated eyes may present as redness around the baby’s eyes or itching in the eyes. For most children, the redness subsides by itself without any medical intervention. However, it is important to contact your child’s pediatrician if you notice any other signs of eye irritation, […]
Preparing smoothies for toddlers is a healthy way to include the fruits and vegetables they would not eat otherwise in their diet. Smoothies provide children with all the necessary vitamins, proteins, and minerals. In addition, they are healthier than juices since the fiber content of the fruit or veggie is retained (1). Smoothies also provide […]
White curds (streaks or chunks) in baby poop are not always a cause of concern. Milk curds in baby poop are small, white clumps of undigested milk fat. They can occur in both breastfed and formula-fed babies. While it is usually harmless, seek medical attention if your baby displays symptoms of allergies or other disorders […]
How long can a baby sleep in a pack ‘n play while meeting all the suggested safety precautions? This question is sure to emerge in the minds of many parents. A pack ‘n play is a play yard with bumper pads that can be conveniently folded and packed. Its compact size makes it easy to […]
Bumbo seats are a popular type of baby seat that parents may consider for their little one. But when can babies start sitting in a Bumbo seat? You need to understand Bumbo seats first. Bumbo seat is a brand of seats known for their unique shape that may help a baby sit without any support. […]
There are times when a mother may notice that her newborn won’t sleep unless held. While some babies like being held to sleep sometimes, some do not sleep at all without being held. Being held by the mother provides a feeling similar to that in the womb; the baby can feel your heartbeat and the […]