Root out stress from your child’s life with Urvashi Gandhi

We live in an era where everybody is occupied in many things and where we ultimately end up finding ourselves is in the quagmire of stress. But as adults and as parents, we don’t often realize that our stress seeps down to the younger generations. The primary way of learning is through imitation and as children observe their parents’ lifestyle, what they learn is nothing better than being stressfully caught up by the tick-tock of the clock. And another thing with children is that often their tender hearts and minds may take minute things more seriously than what actually as adults might appear to us. So what becomes the need for every parent to fulfill is to make sure a right growth for their kids. 

Here are a few steps which parents should take heed of while raising the tender and impressionable minds for tomorrow:

• Motivate the kid to face his fears: Facing one’s problem is the solution to it. Running away from the problems only further contributes to anxiety as it offers no permanent solution to it. Make your child follow this simple truth from the very start and provide him the comfort level to share his mistakes.

• Arrange relaxing activities: Spend time with your child and arrange for some simple activities like painting, playing games or just being there for him. It would be better to keep it noncompetitive as it avoids the stress which the whole world is brimming up with. Children are already under the pressure and stress to beat others and win the race against their friends and competitors. So keep it simple and relaxed!

• Inculcate healthy sleeping habits: A good sleep is a map to healthy lifestyle. It not only refreshes one’s mind, but also significantly helps with fighting anxiety. You just have to inculcate the thought of going early to bed and early to rise, which will definitely make the kid very healthy and wise.

•  Promote optimism: Being positive solves half of the problems. The positive energy of staying calm and optimistic also boosts the stamina and fight with many other internal diseases. So it’s better to teach the children to be always positive and cherish the present moment.

So keep these points in mind while you raise those receptive minds and keep stress away from their lives, at least a 100 miles. After all, what we cherish the most is our kid’s smile and their laughter keeps us going too.

7 Foods to Which Your Kids Will Never Say No

Let’s face it: However hard you try to keep your child away from the not-so-noble foods, you can’t succeed. The junk chunks will always map their way to your child’s mouth. Although we are no chefs, this gives us parents all the warnings in the world to do something innovative in our kitchens. Surprisingly for most of us, there are a lot of foods besides the not-so-popular-among-kids green vegetables and fruits which you can serve them. And booyah, they ask for me! So here’s a list of the must 7s which ought to be in your kitchen.

Eggs: They offer a storehouse of protein and vitamin D and can seriously be called nutritional shells. They also help children digest calcium and are apt for breakfasts as they keep kids satiated for longer periods.

Blueberries: The fruit has been called the healthiest among its class, protecting against heart diseases and diabetes. It helps improve the brain function of children and help with obesity by reducing the toxic belly fat. Loaded with sweetness and taste, the nutritious fruit is easy to be included in your kid’s diet. Serve it sprinkled over shakes or toss it into a bowl of oats and milk. You can also serve frozen yogurt with whirred up blueberries.

Greek Yogurt: This calcium-rich food is the secret to happy stomachs for kids. A low fat or Greek yogurt has way more protein and less sugar as compared to the regular one. It can be served with a few drops of honey or maple syrup.

Tofu: It is a great food for young girls, having a protective impact on their growing bodies and breast tissues. It contains vitamin B, protein, calcium and iron – all essentials for kid’s right growth. Serve it as a creamy base in smoothies and desserts.

Salmon: This low-leveled mercury pink fish is an excellent source of protein and Omega-3 fatty acids which boost growth, brain and heart health. It is easier to serve owing to its natural flavor.

Chocolate: Surprisingly for most parents, chocolate (particularly dark) increases brain chemicals which boost the child’s ability to concentrate and stay alert. It is also a good source of antioxidants.

Sweet Potato: This food is one of the most nutritious and inexpensive sources of vitamin A for kids, along with being a good antioxidant. Owing to its natural sweetness, it is easy to serve, baked or mashed.