Pregnancy Series - 3 : Importance of Breast Feeding - Part 1

Guest Post By Indu- Indgal Loves Shopping

Lets me take the pleasure of introducing the lovely author

Indu is the lovely Bloggerita behind Indgal Loves Shopping...I guess most of you know her and  her love for Handicrafts ;)...Also she  is one skincare freak (Addict:D) ..

Take a look at her bloggy for Product reviews, skincare reviews, handicrafts shopping also about shopping in chennai :)

Enjoy reading :)

One of my closest friend delivered a baby boy in December. In just three months she said her breast milk is not sufficient for the baby and has started providing formula. This came quite shocking for me as I had abundant milk supply and I breast fed my baby for 1.5 yrs.  As mother I don’t believe in providing formula to babies. You need to give breast milk at least for six months (in my opinion at least a year.)

 I was itching to do a post on how important is breast feeding and share some tips I followed to have abundant milk supply and other notes related to breast feeding. Then when Varshu mailed me to do a guest post .I was happy and  gladly accepted. I thank Varshu here for asking me to do a guest post on this pregnancy series. (Pleasure is mine Indu - Varshu :) )

Let me point out, the tips provided here are just to share some things that worked for me. I am not asking anyone that you must follow these things. Follow anything on your own consent. You can always get in touch with your pediatrician if you have doubts J

Benefits of Breast Feeding:

Children receive the most complete and optimal mix of nutrients & antibodies

The varying composition of breast milk keeps pace with the infant's individual growth and changing nutritional needs

For babies:

Reduced risk of childhood diabetes

Reduced risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) Statistics reveal that for every 87 deaths from SIDS, only 3 are breastfed.

Reduced risk of heart disease later in life

Increased bone density

Breastfeeding plays an important role in the emotional and spiritual  development of babies

Breastfed babies enjoy a special warm bonding and emotional relationship with their mothers

Are hospitalized 10 times less than formula fed infants in the first year of life

Antibody response to vaccines are higher

For Mommies:

Reduced risk of breast, ovarian, cervical, and endometrial cancers

Reduced risk of anemia

Protection against osteoporosis and hip fracture later in life

Helps the mother's body return to its pre-pregnancy state faster - promotes weight loss...1/2 of calories needed to manufacture milk is pulled from fat stores... can burn from 500 - 1,500 calories per day.

Helps the uterus contract after birth to control postpartum bleeding

Develops a special emotional relationship and bonding with her child

I have noted down very few benefits. To know more go here: http://www.motheringfromtheheart.com/Benefits.htm

This is a very very wide topic so there is a part  -  2 for this which will be published shortly :)

Thankies Indu ..this is such an useful topic ...Waiting to meet you  soon :))

Love,

Varshini

She has a cute little sonny who is 2.5 yrs :D ...isn't she the best person to talk about Breast Feeding and its Importance :)

Pregnancy Series - 2 :Style: How to look fabulous when expecting - Guest Post

Guest Post By Nitya - thePurpleSprit

First let me introduce the lovely author of this guest post :)

She is the one fashionable Bloggerita behind thePurpleSpirit...Basically she is an Architect but a hardcore Fashion Addict...She has a lovely taste in the choice of clothes/accesories/bags/shoes(Ok What not ?)... Take a look at her bloggy for fashion updates  also a major online shopper(from my observation)..A new mommy :)

So haven't I asked the best person to talk about style and fashion during pregnancy...

Enjoy reading :)

Pregnancy is a very special time in a girl's life. Her body goes through many changes and she also has to prepare mentally and emotionally for the arrival of the little one. Whoever meets her keeps giving free advice. Phew! It can be quite overwhelming. I myself became a mommy 6 months back when the lil dude arrived. Amidst all this, it's important to keep up your social activities to keep sane. Unless your doc advices you, don't just sit at home n restrict yourself. Go out, watch movies, party with friends, go shopping, get a head massage. Don't let pregnancy slow you down. And do all this while looking fabulous. So how do you dress for your ever changing body? Here's how:

1. Indian wear: Don't wear sarees! You won't get enough fabric to make pleats and it'll look bad. Stick to salwar suits. Looks much cuter. Try anarkali patterns. These are fitted at the bust and flare out below. Pair with tight churidaars. The flared anarkalis will hide your bump and look great and also feel comfy.

2. Leggings are your best friends. Leggings are stretchy with an elastic waistband. Wear longer churidaar type leggings with kurtis or regular full length or 3/4th leggings with longer loose fitted t-shirts. These look chic too. You can buy these in just about any colour.

3. Jeggings are the new jeans. Leave your jeans behind. Pick up these great jeggings from ONLY that look like skinny jeans, but are as comfortable as leggings. Look for a thicker denim fabric so you can pass them off as regular jeans.

4. Empire waist tops are the way to go. Instead of wearing tops that are loose all over and make you look bulkier than you are, pick up these empire waisted tops that are fitted at the bust and flare out below. Flattering.

5. Wrap dresses. Remember the cute pink number that Lara Dutta wore on her baby shower? Copy the look with a cool wrap dress in a jersey stretchy fabric to accommodate your bump. Finish off with strappy flats or ballerinas for an easy chic look.

6. Maxi dresses. Maxi dresses are long, flowy and super comfy and ideal for pregnancy. Choose a style that doesn't have an elasticised waist for maximum comfort. Finish off with beads and sandals to look stylish.

So what's your pregnancy style gonna be like? Go on, flaunt your bump in these flattering styles and you'll look fabulous through your pregnancy. What's more, you can continue to wear these clothes even after your delivery. :)

Thanks Nitya for this Lovely Post

Love,

Varshini

Pregnancy Series - 1: VLCC Shape Up Momz Pre Natal Stretch Mark Control Light Oil - Review

Hello Gurls... I am very happy to inform you all about the launch of  new series related to pregnancy here in World Of Women Blog..Which will be helpful to all of us at somepoint of our life....I am in my Third trimester of pregnancy, so I thought I could share a few things which I am going through...so that  might be helpful for somebody out there :)

There is a saying " Nothing is greater than Motherhood"

"Whether your pregnancy was meticulously planned, medically coaxed, or happened by surprise, one thing is certain -- your life will never be the same "

Aren't these quotes true ?

To make thing easy also I want this series to be a ready reckoner that provides various things which are quite important..be it the food,exercise,makeup,skincare,how to dressup during pregnancy and different products will be discussed here by me and other lovely bloggers who will be doing the guest posts shortly ...

Also I will try to link some of the relevant products reviewed by other bloggers for your convenience :)

Please help me with your suggestions, opinions and queries regarding this series :)

So look out for more in this space...

To begin with I will review something that's quite useful :)

Here it goes :

We all know Stretchmarks are synonymous with pregnancy....with growing baby in the tummy..stretchmarks do stretch from north to south and east to west giving us permanent stripes and checks ....

I am no exception...already a well fed child so had slight stretch marks in my hands even before my pregnancy.....

I was looking out for a product when I was in 4th to 5th month  ...

Actually my dear hubby saw this during one of our groceries shopping and immediately got me :)

Ok it comes in an attractive outer pink box(which i threw away) ..which says like start using it from your fifth month onwards...

Price :  Rs.395 for 100ml

Product Claim, Directions and Ingredients

Comes with the Flip cap

Oil Swatch

 See how light is the oil

Pros:

I apply this oil every night and seriously this oil is super light

Not at all greasy and absorbs into the skin within minutes

Smells really good

It does lighten stretch marks and has prevented the future ones to some extent

Skin feels soft and supple

Travel friendly packaging

Moisturises the skin really well

one bottle lasts for about 2 months but depends person to person

contains all lovely oils :)

Cons :

price is little steep for 100ml

Doesn't lighten very old stretch marks...anyways it dint claim that it lightens...it says prevents


Overall i can say I am very happy with this product

All mommies...do give this a try :)

Love,
Varshini