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The burst of involuntary giggles is a sound many parents cherish, making a tickle game a time-honored tradition. However, the seemingly harmless act of tickling a baby has become a complex topic among pediatricians and child development experts. Is the laughter we hear a sign of genuine delight, or a primitive neurological reaction? Based on the science of infant development and sensory processing, experts overwhelmingly advise caution, especially with very young infants. Here is a comprehensive, science-backed exploration of why not all touch is processed equally by your baby's brain. The Involuntary Giggles—A Physiological Reflex The most critical factor in the debate is the nature of the laughter itself. Contrary to popular belief, a baby’s giggle from being tickled is often a complex, involuntary physiological reflex, rather than a sign of true amusement (known as gargalesis). The Neural Pathway of Tickle Tickling is primarily processed by the fast, protective pathway of the ta...

Breastfeeding is universally hailed as a journey of warmth, bond, and natural nourishment. Yet, for many mothers, this expectation clashes violently with a hidden, profound reality: it can be brutal, isolating, and emotionally devastating. It’s time to move past the romanticized image and understand the deep emotional and scientific challenges that often accompany lactation. The image of serene motherhood often obscures the sheer physical and emotional drain of being perpetually "on call." Being the only one who can feed your baby feels less like a privilege and more like a trap. The relentless demands, the sore nipples, the chronic sleep deprivation, the physical depletion—combine to create a crushing weight. This burden is amplified by the hormonal extremes that few discuss:  The Hunger: Producing a substantial amount of milk requires an incredible caloric output, driving a hunger that never ends and often feels like an inner emptiness.  The Hormonal Roller Coaster: The shi...

The early days of parenthood are such a blur — a strange mix of magic and madness. Your arms are full, your eyes are heavy, and your heart… your heart is suddenly too big for your chest. Everyone around you seems to have advice.... Google, aunties, strangers in supermarkets. But some truths don’t come in manuals or baby apps. They come slowly, whispered through exhaustion and love. Here are fifteen of those truths....the kind I wish someone had gently told me in those first foggy months. 1. Fed is best — and so are you. Whether it’s breast milk, formula, or both — your baby doesn’t care how the love comes, as long as it does. There’s no prize for cracked nipples or sleepless nights spent obsessing over ounces. What matters is that your baby is fed, growing, and that you, too, are surviving. Feed them in the way that keeps you both steady. Both physically and emotionally. 2. Postpartum depression doesn’t always look like sadness. Sometimes it looks like snapping at your partner for no r...

She isn’t asking for diamonds. She isn’t asking for candlelit dinners under the stars. What she’s really begging for—sometimes with words, sometimes with silence— is something far rarer in today’s world: TIME! Ten minutes without your phone. A look that lingers. A conversation that doesn’t end in hurry. A pause that whispers, “You still matter. I still choose you.” Why She Keeps Asking To some husbands, it feels repetitive. “Didn’t we just sit yesterday?” But for her, it’s not repetition—it’s survival. Science tells us that when women love, their bodies release oxytocin, the bonding hormone. It makes her long for closeness, reassurance, connection. When that need isn’t met, her nervous system feels it like hunger left unfed. She doesn’t want “more.” She simply wants to feel safe in love. For men, though, stress works differently. Biology nudges them to withdraw, to fix problems silently, to carry weight alone. So when she reaches out, he may step back— not because he doesn’t care, but ...

Imagine going an entire day without a single grain of salt or a hint of sugar in your meals. Sounds bland, right? Maybe even a bit cruel? Yet, when it comes to babies beginning their weaning journey, this so-called “tasteless” approach isn’t just practical, it’s one of the kindest choices we can make for their health. This isn’t the latest parenting trend or dietary fad. It’s a shift rooted in science and medical guidance. Not long ago, it was common to hear well-meaning advice like “just a pinch of salt” or “a little sugar to help them like it.” But today, there’s growing clarity, introducing salt or sugar before the age of one can increase a child’s risk of developing obesity, diabetes, and heart disease as they grow older. To many parents and especially to grandparents raised on home remedies and traditional feeding practices, this might sound extreme. After all, isn’t food meant to be enjoyed? But here’s what most don’t realize: babies aren’t born craving spice and sweetness. Their...

We see you now.❤️ Maybe not loud enough. Maybe not always clearly. But slowly, we’re beginning to notice what the world made you carry in silence. You were barely 25, still figuring out who you are, when the world asked you to be the breadwinner. There was no time to fall apart. You were expected to rise. Provide. Protect. Even if no one taught you how. While we celebrated promotions and weddings, you were calculating EMIs, insurance premiums, and how to get through the month. And we’re sorry . Because we never asked how you were holding up. We’re sorry the world told you that tears are for the weak. That being “ the man ” meant burying pain and smiling anyway. That “boys don’t cry” became a rule, not a myth. We watched you hold your breath through heartbreak, stay silent through anxiety, and keep showing up even when your soul was exhausted. We mistook your silence for strength. We never noticed it was survival. You were taught to be brave. Not gentle. Not vulnerable. Not soft, even w...