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– Amol AroraAmol, a software engineer is our tech-xpert and is the head of the technology division at SHEMROCK Should I buy a computer for my child ?.. is it a necessity ? if yes, how should I ?Wondering whether and how your child can benefit from this new techno environment ?.. Well the best way to embark on this journey of taking your child through this enjoyable techno-journey is buying a computer at home. Most people shy away from buying thinking that computers are not a necessity but a luxury. But we are not far from the day when computers will be an absolute necessity (a fact everyone accepts). Now just think, way back in internet history (say 3 years back !!) this hype and buzz was nowhere to be seen and the way we are going, you surely wouldn’t want yourself or your child to be left behind. So call up your neighborhood assembler or that distant cousin of your friend who assembles computers. You could even go in for finance of the computer for as low as 0% rate of finance ( check out the classifieds in the local newspaper) or you could go in for a branded computer. I have a computer at home, how do I introduce my little one to it ?Well if you have finished the above step and bought a computer at home, start by taking your little one and letting him feel the mouse and see how the cursor moves around. You’ll be amazed to see how fast he picks up the connection between the mouse and cursor. Remember you should be comfortable with the computer and not paranoid about the thing and be relaxed, so he feels reassured about the whole exercise. Now, side by side explain to him the main parts monitor, keyboard, mouse, and the computer (or C.P.U. is he is old enough to learn that with much effort). Let him click the mouse and tell him that there are two keys ( or three as the case may be ). If he clicks on anything that makes some properties, windows or anything weird pop up just carefully put your hand on the mouse and close the thing so that no damage is done. Remember to close all your important work that you were doing on the computer (if!) Never react on impulse at anything he does, be cool about the whole thing. An important thing that has to be overcome for your child to be comfortable is his fear of doing something that could make the computer go kaboom!.. Encourage him to explore and see what happens on doing what but it is important to supervise him during all his initial escapades as we know that this is a complicated machine and does start behaving strangely for the slightest of reasons !! Also your child will need you around whenever a window pops on the slightest click ! I tried to introduce my child to computers but he seems to be scared, and doesn’t really enjoy it ?On one hand some children feel very comfortable with the idea of handling a computer on the other hand some still don’t get over the fear (computer-illiterate grown ups grumbling about the new generation idiot box and its kids doesn’t make matters either !! ) A sure shot way to get the child to overcome his inhibitions is that his kindergarten school, where they should be having a multimedia system. Under the presence of his teacher he feels assured that there is an expert (how many times have we heard from older kids you don’t know mama, ma’am told me to do is this way not your way !!), also having his friends who fell comfortable with the idea working and enjoying on the system arises the feeling of not wanting to be less than anybody (betchya cant do this kind of thing !! ).

Kids crave for sugary sweet food items. But there are plenty of healthy food alternatives to the sugary snacks. Parents must ensure that they feed their kids with healthy & nutritious sweet food items so as to instill good and healthy eating habits throughout their life, thus avoiding calories intake that are low on nutritional value. Here is the list of top healthy food items to satisfy your kids’ sweet tooth: Fruits- One of the most healthiest and natural source that can help satisfy sweet cravings is to have fruits. To ensure a healthy balanced diet for your kids, feed them with fruits whenever they feel an urge to eat something sweet. Yogurt- Another healthy option to satisfy the sweet tooth craving is to consume yogurt sweetened with real fruit preserves, 1 teaspoon of honey or jam. Sugar-flavoured Syrups- Use these to flavour milk, cold coffee, lemonade or protein shakes for a sweet and calorie-free beverage. Help your child with a serving of one of the several varieties of syrups in yummy flavours like vanilla, orange, lemon, roohafza, etc. Smoothies- Toss some fruit, yogurt and juice into a blender with some ice cubes. Experiment with different flavour combinations until you find your kids’ favourites. Popsicles- Make your own popsicles with fruit juice or use some of your smoothie mix. You can also buy sugar-free or 100 percent juice popsicles available ready-made. Sugar-free Puddings- Either buy pre-made sugar-free puddings or make on your own. Pudding can be a good source of calcium, as well as a creamy, sweet treat for your little one.

Aromatherapy is the art of using essential oils to help balance health. One of the best ways to use the oils on babies is through massage. The massage oils used during aromatherapy are applied in a base cream that passes through the skin in very small amounts and does the healing work within. Besides this, for shining baby skin, it is best to combine massage along with aromatherapy. A few oils that are safe to use for aromatherapy for babies are Lavender, Chamomile, Geranium, Mandarin, Neroli, Sweet Orange, Rose, Tea Tree etc. Enlisted below are the benefits of aromatherapy for babies: Provides one-on-one time for the baby to bond with parents Helps promote better eating and sleeping pattern as the baby feels relaxed Improves baby’s whole body and well-being by natural soothing techniques Help boost immune system thus helping in digestion and lessens chances of indigestion Enhances sensory stimulation in the baby Improves blood circulation Balances respiration in baby’s body Improves the flow of blood circulation in the baby’s body Relieves baby’s teething pains

Ask any parent how difficult it is to stop a child from bottle-feeding. Since it is not an easy task for them to get their child rid of bottles, they delay weaning and continue to bottle-feed. Researchers have identified the reason behind this as the link between extended bottle-feeding and tooth decay. This is often referred to as baby bottle tooth decay. This problem is most likely to arise during bed-time when babies are put to bed with a bottle, so that the parents do not have to wake-up with the baby. This habit poses a particular threat to the child’s dental health, thus leading to tooth decay. While tooth decay due to extended bottle-feeding usually happens in the upper front teeth, other teeth may also get affected. To help prevent tooth decay due to extended bottle-feeding, listed below are a few preventive measures: Wipe baby’s gums with a clean washcloth after each feeding. Start brushing the baby’s teeth without toothpaste, when her first tooth comes. Clean & massage gums in areas without teeth. Ensure that the child gets enough fluoride that helps lessen cavities. Strictly avoid filling baby bottles with sugar water or soft drinks as sugar makes acids that attack the teeth. Do not let the child fall asleep with a bottle containing anything besides water. Never give the baby a pacifier dipped in anything sweet or sugary. Reduce the quantity of sugar in the child’s diet, especially between meals. Do not use a feeding bottle as a pacifier. As soon as the child turns one year old, start teaching her to drink from a cup.

Acid Reflux in Babies Acid reflux in babies often familiarized by the name infant acid reflux is a condition in which the baby spits out the contents in the stomach, immediately after feeding. Even though acid reflux most often occurs after a feeding, it can happen anytime when the baby coughs, cries or strains. In case of serious acid reflux, babies need medical attention. The common symptoms of infant acid reflux are spitting up & vomiting. Also, you need to see the pediatrician if your baby: Is not gaining weight Refuses to eat/drink anything Forcefully spits green or yellow fluid (projectile vomiting) Begins vomiting at the age of 6 months or older Spits up blood Has blood in her stool Faces difficulty in breathing Once, the cause of infant reflux is identified, do not panic; simply follow the following preventive measures that will help to reduce acid reflux in babies: Hold the baby upright during feedings & for at least 30 minutes after feedings, as this will decrease the amount of acid reflux. Feed the baby every two to three hours when she is awake to reduce the occurrence of acid reflux. For the night-time sleeping position, position the infant on her back & elevate the head on the bed 30 degrees, as the gravity will help to keep the stomach content where they belong. To reduce the amount the baby will spit out, feed the baby with rice cereal. In case the baby is breastfed, then the mother should abstain certain food items such as caffeine, chocolate, garlic etc. To help minimize gastric pressure & the acid reflux it can cause, make sure that the baby burps several times during the feed. Avoid dressing the baby with clothes that have tight elastic around the wait, keep the diapers loose etc.

To vaccinate or not to vaccinate, the choice either way can be a very volatile one. Vaccinations can cause a broad spectrum of minor symptoms to lifelong elusive diseases and even death. The same can be true from not being vaccinated. The more you study both sides of the issue the more you see a lose-lose scenario. The good news is the benefits of Homeopathy can turn this lose-lose scenario into a win-win scenario for everybody. The perplexion over vaccination has resulted in a new mental condition called “vaccination anxiety”. THE VACCINATION PERPLEXION Acute vaccination reactions usually take place within seven days of the vaccination. The symptoms include paralysis, convulsions, nausea, dangerously high fevers, chronic nervous system disorders, acute brain inflammations (encephalitis), diarrhea, learning disabilities, hyperactivity, permanent brain damage, and death. Doctors are required by law to inform parents of the numerous side effects associated with vaccination. On the other hand, not immunizing can cause equally if not more devastating diseases. The parents must also face the grief and guilt that may come from the choices they made. Then follows the legal issues including the potentials of losing all their children to the state and even imprisonment. This may seem radical yet it has happened. Routine questions heard in our offices are, “Should I have my children vaccinated?” or “What do you think of vaccination?” These and other related questions could pose a potentially volatile position for the doctor, a well meaning friend, and especially the parents. What if you say, “Don’t do it” or “I wouldn’t do it” and the person ends up with the disease? Or do you say, “Do it” or “I would do it,” and they end up with a related problem from the immunization? There are numerous legal, emotional, and ethical effects involving everybody. Another common question is whether homeopathy can be used as a safe alternative to vaccination. Although this idea has some promising potentials and has been used in a limited number of people, this practice is clearly illegal in the United States. According to the FDA, more research is definitely required over time to safely establish this practice. Besides being illegal, this practice of homeopathic immunization alternative could be quite volatile if the outcome is not totally positive. THE WIN-WIN SOLUTION King Bio’s VaccinoPlex King Bio’s VaccinoPlex formula can be safely and easily used to prevent and effectively correct the common side effects of immunizations. King Bio’s VaccinoPlex turns a lose-lose scenario into a win-win solution. The patient, the parents, the doctor and everyone involved end up in the safest, healthiest position. HOW TO TAKE KING BIO’S VACCINOPLEX When you know vaccinations are going to happen, take 3 days before vaccinations and 1 or 2 weeks after vaccinations 2 or 3 times a day. If reactions have occurred, I recommend taking it 6 to 8 times a day. Usually symptoms will be negated in 1 to 3 days. King Bio’s VaccinoPlex formula has commonly shown positive for those more elusive chronic conditions common to our society. This formula has played a significant role helping both children and adults with ADD, hyperactivity, chronic viral infections, swollen glands, allergies, skin problems and other immune and neurological disorders. The Bio-Response Test, (BRT) can be used by the customer to confirm whether he needs this product and when it has fully done its job. You may also use this quick and easy procedure to determine additional homeopathic formulas personally needed. The pocket procedural manual called Making Homeopathy Easy, by Dr. King, explains these procedures. Parents can rest in having the blessing of both worlds. You don’t have political, medical, educational or legal battles to fight. You won’t have that underlying grief or guilt wondering if you made the right decision for your children or your customers’ children. You can walk in a greater level of peace with a win-win decision. Homeopathy provides a pleasant alternative in a world where there are so many unanswered questions and uncertainties.