Kids/Baby Approved Weekly Healthy Breakfast Idea #2

Happy Monday ! 

Spring just started with little bit of rain😁 Here, in Mumbai we had rain on Friday with heavy breeze. Local trains were stuck as usual and roads were blocked with heavy traffic. How about you ? Did you experience rain in your area?

So weekend was quite cold. Not so cold and not so hot. But I love that atmosphere in my locality. Sunday was quite lazy as usual. Everyone was sleeping till 10.00 am and so I took this precious time in doing some cleaning. Yes! Utilizing time is the precious thing for me currently.

Anyway the post is kids approved Indian Breakfast ideas means what we actually eat in this week.

Sunday :

Cheese Sandwich

 I did cleaning only for 30 minutes. Everyone got up late and so we had cheese sandwich. It is simple and ready in 10 minutes. 

I apply pizza pasta sauce on bread, put one slice of cheese and cover the bread. Tadda, sandwich is ready! We had it with coffee. 

For babies I toast whole wheat bread with home made ghee and serve them in bit sized. I tried to give them cheese but they don't like it.

Monday 

Easy pessy Rava Uttapam 

If you following me you know I do not prepare lengthy recipe. This one is easy pessy. I soaked 1 cup semolina in half cup curd for 30 minutes. 

To that mix I added chopped onion, tomato and coriander with little basic spices like haldi, red chilli powder and salt. Mixed it very well and prepare uttapam on griddle. Serve with coconut chutney which I preapared on Sunday. 

For Babies.

Used the same batter without spice. Only add salt and roast with ghee. They loved it.

Tuesday : 

Palak Paratha

Grind 1 cup of blanched palak on Monday night. Knead a dough with puree of palak with basic masala. I added ajwain, red chilli powder, chat masala and salt. Roll it like paratha and roast it with generous amount of ghee. Serve with curd. My daughter love to eat with sauce. I give only little bit amount of sauce. I am happy that palak is in her tummy now 😁

To my surprised my baby too eat this with curd. Almost 1/4 part of part. Happy me! 

Wednesday : 

Omelettes

yep we love to have it. Beat two eggs for my daughter without onion. Added black pepper, haldi and little bit of red chilli powder and salt.

Baby friendly was without salt but I with pinch of pepper. Fry it in ghee. They love it too. 

And for me it is always 3 eggs + onion + green chilli + coriander beat it till fluffy and roast it in amul butter 😉. I know it is not healthy but some times I do.  Yummy fluffy omelet is ready. No need of bread or paratha. I gobbled it with red chilli hot and sour sauce. It taste yummy. Do try it once.

Thursday : 

Pasta : It is my family favorite. I made it mostly on weekend so that Mr. Hubby also have it. On kids demand I have to keep one of favorite dish. 

It is semolina pasta. I made it in both white and red sauce. It is simple. Just toss garlic onion in half butter and half oil. Add up mayoneese plus pizza pasta sauce with mixed herb and salt. Add up boiled pasta and lastly grate cheese. Yummy pasta is ready in 10 minute. 

For baby :

 I toss boiled pasta in butter and grate cheese with pinch of salt and pepper. They love it. But my elder twin love to eat from our plate. We always give little bit from our plate too.

Friday 

Vermicili upma

This can be made in 15 minutes. I have roasted Vermicili. The recipe is same like a suji upma. Fry onion, green chillies, curry leaves, grated carrot, haldi and salt. Garnish it with peanut and sauce.

For babies :

 I give the same. Only adding green chillies after serving baby.

They don't like it at all.😐 so I made ragi porridge for them.

Sometimes it works and sometimes it didnt and it is okay. We are on trial and error period. Where my twins trying each dish. So I am very excited to give them everything. But at the same time do not keep any expectations that they will like it. 

These are our kid/baby friendly breakfast recipe which we eat in last week.

Hope you get the idea and consider that healthy eating is very much easy with little bit of preparation which reduce your headache.😊

I love to feed my family because we all are foodie. So planning a menu with them is my favorite work on weekend. 

More ideas on kids approved breakfast ideas here.

Do you plan your meal? Anything lunch, breakfast or dinner? How?

This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Mads' Cookhouse.

 

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Twins Girls 12 months Update

My twins already completed 12 months. I always wanted to document the updates but somehow unable to do that. You can say it is a mommy protection. So it will be back dated. 

Both twins  girls having totally opposites personality from each other. And so there is difference in achieving the milestone. 

For us as a parents it is complete new experience. This time I was very cool and allow them to explore with the flow. I am so so greatful to the God to have such adorable twins.❤

Currently updates of my twins at 12 months. 

First one is "S" and the other one is "I"

WEIGHT :

Born weight was around 2 kg of both of them. Both had attain good amount of weight. S is 8.5 kg. And "I" was 7.9 kg. I was always concerned with that weight but yes I know both are twins and came in this world without any difficulty. Compared to their birth weight they are healthy. So people will talk, and let them talk. I am greatful that my babies are active and healthy.

EAT /FEED

S take less feed and eat only when she is terrible hungry.

"I" have strict schedule of feed and eat.

Both have 3 meals in a day. One Bteakfast lunch and dinner. 

In between they always ready to eat whatever we eats. 😉 I continue feed them our meals.

Sleep : 

Sometimes both sleep on same schedule. Have 2.5 hr day nap time with 3 hr awake time. 

Night sleep is around 10: 30 pm to 9 : 00 am with still night feeding.

Toy Basket

Play : 

Both are equally active and play lots. With pots and tins. These are their favorite basket and currently I have added animals to their toys. Ball is still favorite of both of them.Check out baby play idea on my Instagram page. 

Walk : 

Well, S started to walk at 11 months only.

And I just start to stand on herself. She generally walk with support. Actually both were walking at the same time with wall and couch support. 

But S quickly learn to walk and now days she constantly walking only😇.

Climb: 

Both are very good at climbing on anything. On couch, bed, chair, window frames, staircase almost on anything. 

"I " did specialisation at sitting some critical places like, under the chair, under the high stool, on hands of couch.😐

My goal is to always stick with their schedule. Giving them open space to explore. Playing with them and showing them how to play. Because play is very important part of babies development.

As a parents it is not easy to handle a baby.  Overwhelming information flooded on social media we tend to do many things. But in my opinion every baby is unique and intelligent. We don't need to teach them. Instead of that we have to trust them. We should provide support to them. It is very important to give them freedom to explore the world the way they want. 

I hope this is my personal baby update will helpful to you. And if you want to share anything please share in the comment section. That will be added knowledge to me.

Have you keep updates of your baby like this? 

Till then,

Happy Parenting.

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Happy Women's Day - Quotes and Message

"A VERY HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY"

We women are incredibles, Intelligent and multitasker. Every home, every family, every emotions, every function is incomplete without us. Though there are some social rituals and patriarchy, womans are not getting that much respect and freedom now days too.  Womens are still expected to act according to the wish of family and Husband. Still there is no empowerment in home too. It will take a lots of time to change. So kick off that patriarchy and celebrate for each other. 

As a woman we are multitasker and everything is possible for us. On account of this International Women's day I am wishing you all incredible women's a Very Happy International Women's Day"

Cheer for US! support to each others and be there to help another woman whenever she required.

What is the International Women's Day?

International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 as a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women. 

What is the Importance  of International Women's Day ?

International Women's Day (IWD) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Read in details here : 

Who started International Women's Day celebration?

 

In August 1910, an International Socialist Women's Conference was organised to precede the general meeting of Socialist Second International in Copenhagen, Denmark. Inspired in part by the American socialists, German delegates Clara Zetkin, Kate Duncker and others proposed the setting up of an annual ‘Women's Day’.

7 Message I want to give to every woman.

🌻Don't give up too early. 

🌻Hey beautiful be you and do not try to fit in anyone's angle.

🌻You are worthy. And do not wait for validation from the others.

🌻Always give priority to yourself first. Take care of yourself because no one us going to take care of you.

🌻Be a beautiful person and then only we can generate good human being of next generation.

🌻Always concentrate on your flaws and upgrade yourself. Instead of trying to change others mindset.

🌻Move if you are uncomfortable.

---------- From MemoryFlies.

Sharing some of my favorites quotes from internet which you can share on these woman's day.

🏵The earth is happy when woman smile.

🏵Happy Women's Day.

🏵Behind every successful woman is "Herself".

🏵You can do more than you think.

🏵You are beautiful. You are not alone. You are inspiring.

There is no limit to what we can accomplish.  -Michelle Obama

Where there is a woman there is a magic.  -Ntozake Shange

No one is you and that is your super power.

Do you celebrate Women's Day? How? 

This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Mads' Cookhouse.

Information Source : Wikipedia, IWD, Google

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#BlogchatterBlogHop 6 Things I do to nurture my creative self

Creative activity could be describe as a type of learning process where teacher and pupil are located in the same individual

- -- Arthur Korstle

Yes, I truly believe in the above statement. Creative person is always eager to learn something new. Don't you think ? We all are creative. Aren't we ? 

Glad that I am a mother - stay at home mom, after being professional CS life turned into Stay at home mom  made me creative person. Otherwise I wouldn't able to find out my skills and talent. I believe every creative person is Talented. ! 😎

So What do you think a creative self means ?

Creativity is something that allows people to show what they are capable of doing. For the most part, this ability is unique to almost every individual.

---- Joanna Yanez

Joanna definition is relatable. When I look around or I can say our Social Media, tons of moms, people are Creative. Some of them are really Gem. I have learned, still learning and inspiring from them. 

According to me Creative self means you have some skills and you are able to create things by using that skills. These may help you and may inspire others too. More than I am  concentrating on self help 😊

How do I find my creativity ? And why?

Being stay at home mom after ditching your career is stressful. Many moms are going through this and very few can cope up with it.  I even had a depression which almost ruined my mental state as well as my family's peace. And believe me you have to came out from this by yourself only. No one is going to help you. You will find tons of advisers which mostly give out negativity. 

I decided to toss the advice.

How?

When I was pregnant  I  started reading. I discovered blogs, specially international moms blogs which inspire me a lot. Somehow I was able to connect with them and feel glad that I am not alone, a struggling mom!

After almost 1 year of reading I feel I can write. I started slowly writing. And to my surprised I can write, when Mr.Hubby appreciate it. And after almost 3 year I started my blog - Memory flies!

Which things I do to nurture my creative self?

These are 6 things I love to do to have my creative spark.

1.Creative writing experiement :  

I started my writing for fun and while experimenting I learned from scratch. Then slowly I wrote on some Journal style, informative style and then jotting my parenting life too. 

Though I am not that much professional but yes, I like my work when it is get appreciated. And so happy when my blog was selected among top mom blogs in India.

2. Sketching - 

I love painting. I made board in my 20's 😊 Now after so many year want to learn sketching. Thanks to the YouTube where I learned and still learning sketching. 

For me these are my meditation.

3. Bottle painting : 

As I said above I love paiting. I did fabric painting course in my 20s. So try to use that skill. I have had painted these bottles. What is that called - yes,  trash to treasure. 

4. Brainstorm :

There are lots of in my brain. I have to pen down otherwise I lost it.😁Does it happen with you? 

I keep that habit to brainstorm daily-  mostly in the morning when I had my tea and at night when everyone sleeps I utilize that 15 to 20 min. That is the way I keep my creative writing live. 

5. .Yoga /dance /Moving body : 

Earlier I used to go for Zumba session. I like dance workout. With that we used to do Yoga and stretching too. I enjoyed a lot and that was my stress buster.

Currently with babies I jump, run, stretch 😁😀 As much as I can move my body with my babies . But yes moving body on daily basis make you fresh. 

6. Playing creatively with twins : 

As a nuclear family there is no one with us. Once Mr.hubby went to the office and daughters went to the school, me and my twins enjoyed a lot. We played with animals, toys, dolls , pots etc. and then only they get tired and sleep well.😉

Jokes apart but play is very important step in baby's development. Instead of make them sit in front of screen I make sure to give them freedom to explore. 

Check out my baby play ideas on my Instagram page @memoryflies.

Apart from this I like to read books and blogs. Now days unable to get back to my reading but I do read aloud to my kids.

This is the way I keep myself creative which keeps me stress free. 

What is your way for being creative?

This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Mads' Cookhouse.

 

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12 foods to eat while breastfeeding to increase milk supply

Hello guys, it's March!

A very Happy March....filled with fun and color.

Breastfeeding is challenging and it does require lots of patience in our first week of baby. Many mothers often did not able to have proper food while fulfilling the demand of the tiny person. They do not understand that taking food is utmost important thing at that crucial period. Yes, the first 3 to 4 days are very crucial. Whether you are new mom or experienced mom you will get overwhelmed due to the several pain from the body plus handling a new born. Feeding them, changing diapers and sleepless night added more stress to your body and mind.

To survive this mode you must have to eat at least three meal with snacks whenever possible. Baby's Latching and milk supply are interrelated. If your baby able to latch it properly then there is adequate milk supply. Because the more baby will take feed the more milk supply will be there. But for that you need to have proper nutrients as per the body demands.

Disclaimer :  I am not professional. I am sharing my experience. It might help to moms there.

This is my personal experience because I breastfeed my elder one till 2 year. And now this time I am breastfeeding my twins till date. Slowly they are in a weaning process. 😊

The most frequently asked question is how? 

How do you do it?

Do you produce adequate milk?

Does your babies are full?

The answer to all question is : YES 

On first day after delivery my pediatrician told me that I am able to proudce enough milk that can be fulfilled my twins. It took almost 3 days to have milk supply but from very first day  I was breastfeeding my both twin.

When our body start to produce milk ?

Generally our body took 3 days to produce milk. First yellow mucus start to flow and that you have to feed them. As soon as baby born doctor advised to latch them to breast. Whether they able to or not we have to put our areola in our baby's mouth. And then slowly our body start to produce milk. First we did not feel it but as your baby start to latch we have overflowing milk supply.

This is my experience of first week after the baby born. Almost everyone have the same experience I think, but very few whose having medical complications may face the issue. 

What I eat while breastfeeding to have proper milk supply?

Generally Doctor advised to have a balanced meal. But our Nanni and mother have different opinion. They will change your  meal completely. You have to take it at least for 2 and half months. Our Nanni will give such meal which is digestable to us and our new born baby. 

What I had this time while breastfeeding to my twins? 

1. Shatavari Powder : It has been advised by my doctor to have Shatavari in first few weeks. You can have it in water or in milk. It taste sweet. And it increase milk supply specially when you have a problem in first 3 days after delivery.

PS: Google

Shatavari is an Ayurvedic rasayana herb which is also known as the female-friendly herb. It is helpful in menstrual disorders and acts as a uterine tonic. It enhances breast development and increases breast milk production by regulating hormonal balance. 

(Info -Google)

PS: Google

2. Water : Water is the most important drink in everyone's life. But when you breast feed the baby your consumption should be double. My lactation consultant advised me to have 2 glass of water before and after breastfeeding. 

And trust me it really works. When I started feeding to my babies I often felt dehydrated. So I asked my doctor. She told me to have more water. Apart from this drink one full glass of water after every meal. I used to drink lukewarm water. I filled the two thermas and kept near my bed.

PS: Google

3. Milk : Yes, you have to drink plenty of milk. I used to drink 1 full glass of milk in the morning with 2 methi laddu. And then I eat my breakfast that mostly in liquid form. 

I grind the Chapati /paratha in the mixi with homemade ghee and mix with milk. 1 large bowl of milk with this chapati.

Sometimes I had kheer. Specially suji kheer, vermicelli kheer, alive kheer. It should be at least 1 bowl. In every milk item I always add jaggery powder. 

PS : Tarladalal.com

4. Fenugreek Methichi Bhaji 

Methichi bhaji is one of the most important vegetables. It not only boost my milk supply but also I did not face any constipation. I had  clear bowl movement. Which is most important part of moms life after delivery.

This green leafy vegetables should be prepared without green chilli. And it was in liquid form so that I can add grinded chapati or bajara bhakari.

5. Soup : 

I had chicken soup and   mutton Paya soup  twice a week. It was  without red chilli powder. Add up whole garam masala in small quantity. 

You may like to read : 

Tips for healthy eating - new mom

Indian diet for twin pregnancy

Badam Shake for pregnant and breastfeeding moms

6. Moong Dal : 

Moong dal is easy to digest on our tummy and our baby tummies too. So give tadka with rai, jeera, curry leaves, and Garlic (very important ) salt and boil it. Have it with spoon of ghee. 

7. Chicken Curry :

Chicken is easy to digest and it is protein packed. It also help in motion . I had it thrice a week. I am purely non vegetarians and so I like it. It should be prepared in goda masala which is special for new mom's food only. Non spicy and not too much oily.

8. Egg :

You all know very well about eggs nutrition value. I had it almost two in every day. Subject to condition it would be good if it is pure Desi egg. (Gavathi egg)

PS : Google

9. Laddu :

This is one of my favorite item in my meal. I had it in the morning with my milk and then whenever I feel hungry I ate it. The whole laddu tin is in my bedroom only.😋

I had gond laddu and methi laddu. These are required to eat to heal our bones specially our waist (kamar) In our delivery we all know our each bones is cracked (kidding ) but yes somehow it is same. To heal that we need to eat this gond and methi laddu. 

PS: Google

10. Bajara Bhakari 

It is one of the important food which help in produce milk. You should eat it as much as you can. I had it once either in a lunch or in a dinner. 

11. Fish 

Yes, it should be the part of your meal. Fish are filled with omega 3 which is required for a new mom. I had Bombay Duck which is easy go digest. Yes I had it in fried items just one piece. And mostly I had fish curry which is made in goda ma'sala. It taste yumm. 

PS : Google

12 : Fruits 

I ate Apples, pear, grapefruit and orange. Mostly C vitamin is the most important to my body. And I don't like to eat tablet. So for that I took Lemon water and fresh Orange juice.

These are 12 food which I ate and I had enough milk supply in first months. I ate only paratha and bhakari for first 20 days. Then slowly I started rice like 1 tbsp ans then increase the quantity. By having these meal me and my babies do not have any gas issue. 

Apart from this I had mukhaashuddi - it is mixture of ajwain, balshepa, dry coconut, and badishop. I used to ate it after my each meal. It helps in digestion , cough, and cold of both mummy and babies.

I am Maharashtrian. Every state has its own food culture. I shared mine - the most basic and most important food which increase my milk supply and had healthy postpartum period.

And most important accept your body. Time heal everything. I leraned to enjoy each phase of our life. And do not take stress.

What kind of food you had when you were breastfeeding ?

This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla in collaboration with Mads' Cookhouse.

©Neeta Kadam. This article and image are the property of Memory Flies. Any unauthorized use or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author is strictly prohibited.