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How to wean a toddler from bottle feeding

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Bottle feeding a baby is a time-consuming and stressful task. You must monitor your milk production, your baby's feeding schedule, and other factors. Once you start weaning your toddler from the bottle, it can be equally as stressful—but for very different reasons! Some mothers feel bad about denying their toddlers something they adore so much, while others worry that if a bottle isn't around at all times, their children won't get enough food or liquids. What if, then, I could prove to you that things don't have to be this way? That there are actually ways to help you through the process? Be consistent While consistency is important for all aspects of parenting, it's especially important when weaning a toddler from bottle feeding. While your child may be ready to make the transition, she might not want to let go of her beloved bottle—and that's okay! Be patient and don't give up hope if it takes your child a few days or weeks to adjust. The easiest

Breaking the Chain: Using COVID-19 as a Drive for a Healthier Lifestyle

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The COVID-19 virus is continuously affecting our daily lives in terms of health and fitness, mental health, economy and, social. This pandemic and the consequent lockdowns have caused massive stress among people of all ages.   While many learned ways to cope with the new situation, it is irrefutable that many also did not. Reports about the rise of anxiety and weight gain during the pandemic are prevalent among countries affected by the virus. The declination of mental health is also a recorded case, wherein the young adults claim that their mental health has worsened since the pandemic. As one can conclude, the reality of COVID-19 is a sobering case. However, it is also important to point out that Coronavirus should not only be seen as a threat but also as a challenge. Among the many negative effects brought about by COVID-19, there are some positive ones it brought along as well.   The lockdown and the amount of time we spend inside our homes allow us to do some self-reflection.

Diet, Nutrition and Exercise for Healthy Living

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Today’s fast-paced lifestyle has caused many to become lax about the food they eat and their physical activities. You see young people getting inflicted with lifestyle diseases such as hypertension, obesity and diabetes which could have been prevented with healthy living habits. That's why a lot of people are shifting to the vegan diet nowadays. By eating a balanced vegan diet, you can regain your optimum health status. Moreover, nutritional testing will ensure you acquire an adequate supply of essential mineral, vitamins and minerals that your body needs. Diet and nutrition plus proper amount of exercise is needed by the body to keep it in shape and help you fight off diseases associated with unhealthy eating habits and living the sedentary life.  Working in the office means you’re sitting down and staying immobile for most of the time. Burn more energy and keep your body active by taking short breaks to walk around your work area. Stretch your muscles so they won’t be st

Staying active during the winter

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When the temperatures start to plummet, it can be tempting to burrow into our duvets only to return when the sun has resurfaced. The last thing on our minds is donning our t-shirts and shorts and heading out on a run – no chance! Many people’s fitness levels drop in the colder months as we lack the motivation to exercise. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. These top tips will help you stay active this winter. Don’t give up Once the dark nights arrive and the temperature hits single figures, many people give up on the outdoor sports they usually love. There are other alternatives to ditching your outdoor pursuits though. If you’re part of a sports team, you could move the game inside a fitness centre in order to shelter from the elements. However, this isn’t always necessary – some sports can still be played outdoors. 

Economical yet Quality Nutritional Supplements for the Family

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We mothers ensure to prepare and serve healthy foods on the table for our family to sustain basic needs like calcium, iron, Vitamin A, C, magnesium, and more. Nevertheless, no matter how much effort we make, still our family members cannot fully meet the daily dietary requirements due to the following reasons: