Maina Shet - First Time Mom Support

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Colostrum – it's your baby's very first vaccine. This potent wonder superfood will be present for 3 to 4 days before transitioning to mature milk.

If the baby is unable to latch or not able to breastfeed for whatever reason, you need to hand express and spoon-feed the baby so it does not lose out on the goodness it gives.

Colostrum, often referred to as "liquid gold," is a nutrient-rich fluid produced by the mammary glands during the first few days after childbirth.

It's packed with antibodies, proteins, and essential nutrients, providing numerous health benefits to newborns.

Colostrum helps boost the baby's immune system, promoting protection against infections and diseases.

Additionally, its high protein content supports the development of vital organs.

Colostrum also acts as a natural laxative, aiding the baby in passing their first stool, known as meconium.

Overall, it plays a crucial role in kickstarting a healthy and resilient beginning for newborns.

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A sad mom.
A happy mom.
A mad mom.
A mean mom.
A drained mom.
A broke mom.
A stable mom.
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Myth: You must start with bland rice cereals or other foods.

Fact: Did you know that babies have more tastebuds than us? They want flavor just like us!

Cooking with herbs and spices is a great way to help babies explore more flavors and expand their palate.

🥣Adding a pinch of spices and herbs initially can build a strong foundation and ease the transition to family meals. They will be more open and willing to accept and transition to family meals.

🧂If buying spices and herbs, do check the sodium content and purchase unsalted ones

🌶Indian foods are spicy and exposing your child to such early can help the easy transition by the time they are one year old. Start small and increase over time following the baby's cues on how he/she is handling the intensity

🥕You can combine steamed vegies or baked vegies with basil, garlic, olive oil, jeera, coriander.

🥔Toss steamed veggies like carrots and potatoes or beets and pumpkin in ghee or unsalted butter while adding any spice you prefer

🍎🍌Fruits such as apples and bananas can have cinnamon sprinkled over

🍲Oats and rice pudding can have cardamom

🥔Sweet potatoes and potatoes can be combined with a pinch of black pepper, jeera

🫑🍆orange pumpkin with nutmeg or cinnamon

🥗🥣Mix and match to offer a variety of flavors to your baby.