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Your Child May Have Undiagnosed Anemia
67.1% of Indian children aged 6-59 months are anemic This alarming statistic comes from the latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) conducted in 2019-21. The prevalence has actually increased from 58.5% in NFHS-4 (2015-16), reversing years of progress in combating childhood anemia. What's even more concerning? Many parents don't realize their child is affected. Anemia develops gradually, and children adapt to lower energy levels, making it easy to miss. The Scale of Ind
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Nov 3, 20254 min read


Staying Calm in the Storm - Understanding and Dealing with Toddler Tantrums
Is your sweet toddler suddenly throwing themselves on the floor, screaming like their world is ending? You're not alone, and you're not...
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Sep 15, 20255 min read


Flu Vaccine for Children: Your Complete Parents' Guide to Annual Protection
Does your child need the annual flu shot? With influenza viruses circulating year-round and causing serious illness, the flu vaccine for...
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Sep 2, 20255 min read


Natural Flu Remedies for Children: A Parent's Complete Guide to Kitchen Medicine
As flu season arrives, you're probably searching for ways to help your child feel better naturally. The good news is that your kitchen...
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Aug 30, 20255 min read


Why Boredom Helps Kids Be Creative: A Parent's Guide
"Mom, I'm bored!" Every parent hears this. Most of us rush to fix it with activities, screens, or quick solutions. But what if boredom...
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Aug 24, 20257 min read


Why Small Setbacks Make Kids Stronger: Building Psychological Immunity in Children
Just as our immune systems need exposure to germs to grow strong, your child's emotional well-being develops through encountering and...
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Aug 19, 20254 min read


How to Read Food Labels for Kids: Part 2 - Understanding Artificial Flavors, Thickeners & Preservatives
Hello parents! Welcome back! Now that your children have mastered the 5 essential detective skills from Part 1 , it's time to uncover the...
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Aug 14, 20254 min read


How to Read Food Labels for Kids: Part 1
Hello parents! With the increasing presence of packaged foods in the market, advertisements directed at our kids, and their growing...
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Aug 10, 20254 min read


How to Get Your Picky Child to Drink More Water: A Pediatrician's Guide
As a pediatrician, I frequently encounter parents struggling with children who refuse water. This resistance is common and manageable...
Dr Tejal Risbud Rao
Aug 6, 20253 min read
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