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10/18/2026

Karwa Chauth & Breastfeeding — Can You Do Both??

Every year, new moms face the same dilemma.

“Agar vrat nahi rakha toh log kya kahenge?”

But here's something we don't talk about enough.. motherhood shouldn't mean choosing between traditions and your own well-being. ❤️

Whether you're exclusively breastfeeding a newborn or nursing a toddler, your body's nutritional needs matter.

And no, choosing to drink water, eat something, modify your fast, or skip it altogether doesn't make you any less devoted.

Faith is personal. Your health is non-negotiable. ..

Tell me honestly moms, have you ever felt pressured to fast while breastfeeding?

Tag a new mom who needs to hear this. ❤️

Childhood obesity is becoming a serious global health concern. But are parents overlooking the everyday habits that shap...
10/17/2026

Childhood obesity is becoming a serious global health concern. But are parents overlooking the everyday habits that shape their child's future health?

WHO's latest childhood obesity guidelines are a wake-up call to focus on healthy growth, not just weight.



170 MILLION children aged 5–19 were living with obesity worldwide in 2024.

That's a global health challenge we cannot ignore.

Childhood obesity prevention begins with healthier food environments, daily movement and supportive family routines.



Childhood obesity isn't just about body weight.

It can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, fatty liver disease and joint problems.

Early awareness and supportive lifestyle changes can help protect children's long-term health.



Are these 4 everyday habits becoming normal in your home?

Frequent sugary drinks, excessive screen time, limited physical activity and relying heavily on packaged snacks can affect children's health over time.

Small changes in family routines can make a meaningful difference.



Can childhood obesity risk be identified early?

An upward shift across growth-chart percentiles may warrant a closer look. Sleep difficulties, low physical activity and frequent sugary food consumption are also reasons to review everyday routines.

These signs alone do not diagnose obesity. Speak with your pediatrician about your child's individual growth pattern.



Want to build healthy eating habits before your child turns 5?

Start with balanced meals, water instead of sugary drinks, responsive feeding, age-appropriate active play and consistent sleep routines.

Healthy childhood nutrition is about building habits, not restricting food or putting toddlers on diets.



What should a healthy Indian toddler eat?

Think dal, roti, vegetables, seasonal fruits, eggs, paneer, curd and o

“What should I feed my baby tomorrow?”You started solids with excitement. Now you’re searching for baby food ideas while...
10/06/2026

“What should I feed my baby tomorrow?”

You started solids with excitement. Now you’re searching for baby food ideas while wondering about textures, allergens and routines.

This sample weekly menu for an 8-month-old gives you somewhere to start:

• 1 meal & 2 snack ideas for each day. • Familiar Indian foods. • Simple ways to offer different tastes and textures.

Adapt these ideas to your baby’s feeding skills and overall routine—this isn’t a complete daily feeding prescription.

Save this carousel and follow Mom Buddy for practical baby-feeding guidance. 💛



Monday starts with something familiar: khichdi. 💛

Baby food doesn’t have to mean a separate kitchen or complicated recipes.

• Meal: Soft moong dal khichdi with ghee. • Snack 1: Soft banana spears. • Snack 2: Soft-cooked apple wedges.

Keep the khichdi moist and easy to manage. Cook apple until it squashes easily between your fingers.

Start with a small serving. Offer more if your baby wants it—finishing the bowl isn’t the goal.



“Can my baby eat chicken already?”

Your baby’s menu can include more than fruits and cereal. Here’s a simple way to bring variety to the plate:

• Meal: Fully cooked, moist chicken and rice, fork-mashed. • Snack 1: Steamed sweet potato wedges. • Snack 2: Soft pear wedges.

Preparation matters: avoid dry chicken chunks, remove pear seeds and steam the pear if it’s firm.

Your baby may explore, squish or taste a little. Give them time without pressure.



One day your baby accepts a food. The next day, they turn away.

That doesn’t mean you need to keep inventing new recipes.

Wednesday’s simple food ideas:

• Meal: Soft ragi-and-yogurt idli strips. • Snack 1: Ripe avocado wedges. • Snack 2: Soft papaya spears.

Use ingredients your baby has already tried. If yogurt is new, introduce it separately rather than alongside several other unfamiliar foods.

A weekly menu helps you plan—but your baby still gets to decide how much to eat.



“What if my baby only eats fruit?”

It’s easy to

10/02/2026

Psyllium husk, also called isabgol, is a soluble fibre that can do more than help with constipation.

I mixed it with apple, beetroot and ginger juice to make this jelly. Most of its fibre-related benefits come from the psyllium:

• It can help soften stools and ease occasional constipation.
• Regular intake at suitable doses can help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol.
• It may support blood sugar control by slowing carbohydrate absorption.
• It may help you feel fuller, which can support weight management. It does not directly burn fat.

How much should you take?
Follow the instructions on your packet and start with a small serving.
Studies on cholesterol commonly use around 10 g of psyllium daily, divided into doses. Measure in grams is always advisable.

How should you prepare it? Mix your packet’s recommended serving with enough juice that it mixes nicely. Leave for around an hour. Add more juice if needed. But ensure to have enough water after this.

Psyllium can also help with postpartum constipation and is generally compatible with breastfeeding. Check with your care team if you have pain, vomiting, significant bloating or difficulty passing gas, especially after a C-section.

This is information for adults. Don’t give psyllium to babies or children without medical advice.

Save this for the next time you reach for isabgol.

Confused between white rice, basmati rice, brown rice, red rice, or hand-pounded rice for babies and toddlers?Here’s the...
10/01/2026

Confused between white rice, basmati rice, brown rice, red rice, or hand-pounded rice for babies and toddlers?

Here’s the truth: there is no one perfect rice. The best rice is the one your child digests well, accepts easily, and your family can use regularly.

In this carousel, I’m breaking down the most common rice types, when they work well, and how to use them practically for babies and toddlers.

Save this post and send it to a parent who is overthinking rice.

And if you want more practical feeding help, join my WhatsApp support group for parents.



White rice is mainly a source of carbohydrates, and because it is lower in fiber than unpolished rice, it is often soft, gentle, and easy to digest. That is exactly why it can be a great option when babies are just getting used to grains.

It works especially well for 6–8 months when cooked very soft.

Try this:
Soft moong dal khichdi
Dal rice mashed with ghee
Curd rice for older babies/toddlers

White rice is not “bad.” It is simply a practical starter option.



Basmati rice is also mainly a carbohydrate-rich grain, and it is absolutely fine for babies and toddlers. If your family already eats basmati rice at home, you do not need to buy something different just for your child.

For babies, the key is not the name of the rice. The key is this: cook it till very soft.

Try this:
Soft basmati rice + moong dal + ghee
Vegetable rice with tiny soft veggies
Curd rice or soft pulao for toddlers

Simple food works. Don’t overcomplicate it.
If you want practical meal guidance, join my WhatsApp support group for parents.



Brown rice retains more of the outer layer, so compared with polished white rice it usually has more fiber and may offer slightly more B vitamins and minerals. But more fiber is not automatically better for younger babies.

Because it is a bit heavier and needs more chewing, it is usually better once your child is handling textures well.

Try this:
Soft brown rice khichdi with moong dal
Brown rice veggie bowl for toddlers
Soft brown rice

09/29/2026

Wait… you can eat bhindi RAW?! 😳

Yes.. and honestly, it’s very crunchy!

We’re so used to cooking bhindi that eating it raw sounds a little strange. But fresh raw okra can actually be a nutrient-packed snack.

Its rich in fiber..
Contains more vitamin C, folate & vitamin K
The fiber can help slow down digestion and support steadier blood sugar
Supports gut health

And that slimy texture? Trust me, its much less noticeable when you bite into fresh, whole raw okra rather than cutting and cooking it.

Wash it well, choose young, tender pods, and try one. You might be surprised.

Would you munch on raw bhindi — YES or NEVER?

Save this and send it to the biggest bhindi lover you know. 😂

Surbhi
Child Nutritionist | Mom Buddy

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3 p**p colors parents should NEVER ignore. 💩Most p**p-color changes are harmless — but a few can be your child’s way of ...
09/25/2026

3 p**p colors parents should NEVER ignore. 💩
Most p**p-color changes are harmless — but a few can be your child’s way of telling you something needs attention.
Swipe → and SAVE this one. You might need it later.
❤️

Brown 🤎
BROWN = NORMAL ✓
From lighter tan-brown to deeper brown, there’s a pretty wide spectrum of normal.
Color can change depending on your child’s age, diet, formula and solid foods.


Yellow + Seedy 💛
YELLOW + SEEDY = NORMAL ✓
That mustard-yellow p**p with tiny seed-like bits can look strange to a new parent — but it’s especially common in breastfed babies.
Those little “seeds” don't automatically mean something is wrong.


Green 💚
GREEN = USUALLY NORMAL ✓
Yes, even that green. 😅
Green p**p can happen because of bile, diet, iron, formula or because stool moved relatively quickly through the gut.
Color alone usually isn't the whole story.


Orange 🧡
ORANGE = USUALLY NORMAL ✓
Started solids recently?
Carrots, sweet potato, pumpkin and other strongly colored foods can make p**p surprisingly orange. Sometimes the diaper really does reflect yesterday’s menu. 😄


Red Streaks 🚨
RED STREAKS OR SPOTS? PAY ATTENTION.
A small amount of bright-red blood can sometimes happen with an a**l fissure, especially after hard stool. But blood can have other causes too.
If you think you're seeing blood in your child’s p**p, contact your pediatrician rather than assuming the cause.


Red / Maroon 🔴
RED OR MAROON P**P NEEDS A CLOSER LOOK.
First think about what your child ate — beetroot, red food coloring and some medicines can dramatically change stool color.
But if there's no obvious explanation or you suspect blood, contact your doctor. Significant bleeding or a child who appears very unwell needs urgent medical attention.


Black ⚫
BLACK & TARRY? DON'T IGNORE IT.
There are exceptions: a newborn’s first stools (meconium) are naturally very dark, and iron

If your child suddenly seems to survive on bread, pasta, crackers, fries or nuggets… you are definitely not alone. Beige...
09/23/2026

If your child suddenly seems to survive on bread, pasta, crackers, fries or nuggets… you are definitely not alone. Beige foods are often predictable, familiar and sensory-safe for children, which is exactly why they become favourites.


Kids don’t always choose beige foods because they are “stubborn.” Predictable taste, texture and appearance can feel safer to a child who is cautious around food. Understanding the why changes how we respond.
#̭parentingtips

“Bas ek bite aur…” sounds harmless, but repeated pressure can turn mealtimes into a power struggle. The goal is not to win one bite today. The goal is to build food acceptance over time.


Food chaining means moving from something your child already trusts to something only slightly different. Tiny changes in shape, texture or flavour can feel much less threatening than introducing a completely new food.


One of the biggest mistakes with picky eaters is removing their safe food completely. Keep something they trust on the plate, then add a familiar food and one tiny exposure food beside it.


Progress is not only eating. Looking at a food, touching it, smelling it or licking it can all be steps toward acceptance. For some children, familiarity has to come before tasting.


If your child eats only a handful of foods, you probably don’t need more “healthy recipes.” You need a plan that helps expand acceptance without force, pressure or mealtime battles. Comment PICKY and I’ll share details of my picky-eating program.

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