As a parent, you would, but naturally opt for the best massage oils for your baby. But how do you know what is good and what is not? Some things that you need to keep in mind when choosing massage oils for your baby are: Must be free of mineral oils. Should be made with […]
Massaging your new born baby – 3 golden tips for new mums!
Congratulations new mommy! The 9 months must have been crazy, getting ready and armed with information from all sources that you know. Reading up on books, bookmarking sites that you want to revisit and more. Right from the family, to the friends, to the stranger at the doctor’s clinic, everyone will have a plethora […]
Godrej Protekt Hand sanitizer
As a family we love travelling. Needless to say when you travel, you are unsure of the hygiene that comes with the new surroundings. No matter what types of precautions you take, sometimes you are just not prepared. And as a mum to twin boys, I need to be extra careful because one small mistake […]
Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier Review
I was recently sent Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier for a review. I have a bigger Humidifier at home as well from Crane USA, but the travel humidifier that was sent across is a super cool and compact humidifier that can be carried along with you almost everywhere! Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier Review When I […]
10 Monsoon Health Tips for Babies
It is a well known fact that the arrival of the monsoons also means the start of illnesses, ranging from a basic cold to serious conditions like dengue. And if adults become more vulnerable to these during the rains, the risk is much higher for babies, whose immune systems are still developing. Besides, babies get […]
ninjaKi by Shumee Toys
I have talked about Shumee Toys in one of my earlier posts. Yes, the same brand that makes awesome eco-friendly wooden toys. They have safe, non-toxic and a really vibrant collection of toys that is a must buy if you are an eco- conscious parent. Starting from toddlers to upto 7 years, they have a […]
Flintobox Review
Do you know the three words that make your heart race with fear, dread, anxiety and anticipation of what next? ” I am bored”, when uttered by your child in the midst of the summer vacation is enough to get the panic-o-meter rising. In my case, it is ” We are bored.”, and when you […]
Shumee Toys – The eco-friendly toy store
As parents, we’re probably bombarded with decisions that we need to make for the health and well-being of our children. We choose nutritious foods, ensure that they get the required hours of sleep, work on the social skills and more. But as a parent, did you even once consider the toys you chose for your children? It […]
Getting creative with the HP 3635 printer
Christmas for me is all about decorating the house, lighting up the tree and making loads of yummy stuff! From christmassy cakes and sweets for the kids, the list is endless. Unfortunately I was caught up with loads of work and pending travels that was keeping me occupied. I had the tree up and ready […]
DIY Natural Hair Gel {For Kids}
My boys are at an age when appearances do matter. Not even 7 and they refuse to step out of the house if they haven’t gelled the hair or worn the matching tee with the jeans. When I was that age, all that mattered were the light brown Bata sandals, clothes that probably mismatched and […]
Crane Cool Mist Humidifier Review
A fortnight ago I received “Freddy the Frog”, an Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier from Crane USA for a review. It came as a welcome product because my boys had been falling ill very often because of the changing weather. Crane USA has recently launched a wide range of humidifiers in India and it is a blessing to […]
Dettol Multi Use Wipes {Product Review}
When you have kids , you need to have super clean surroundings! Hygiene plays an important role in keeping the kids healthy. And I don’t mean just at home but just about anywhere! As a mom to twin boys I need to keep a tab on everything that they do! Which means I am constantly monitoring how clean […]
Essential oils for babies {For Babies}
In my last post on essential oils that you can use at home, I had listed three of my favourite essential oils that I have been using for a long time. In this post, I will talk about essential oils that are safe to use for kids over 2 years*. Essential oils are safe to use […]
Jungle Magic Lunch Packz {Product Review}
As a mother, one of the most important tasks is to ensure that my boys always have clean hands. Yes, I am the mom who makes the kids wash the hands a dozen times and clean the hands with the sanitizer when there is no access to water. When I was told about the product […]
Juices for health {Kids, Health}
One of the most important tasks I have as a mom to twin boys is to ensure that they get the required amount of nutrients in their diet and that they are adequately hydrated. With the constant playing, I find them drinking so much water that they are more than glad to skip a meal! […]
Bio Bloom Organics – Baby Care Lotion {Product Review}
I have always been on the lookout for products for my boys that are free of harsh chemicals. When I discovered Bio Bloom Organics, a brand that has a wide range of products for skin and hair care and some products for kids as well, I knew I had to try their products! They have products ranging […]
The boys turn 5
You know planning birthdays in crazy. Especially if you have twin boys with diverse tastes. My earlier plans of celebrating the party late got disrupted when the better half informed me that he would be back in India for their birthday. From chilling because I had a month to plan the party to hyperventilating that […]
Craft Pouches – Creativity at its best
When it comes to arts and crafts, I can assure you that I am not creative at all. I am dreading the day when my boys will need help to draw objects for school work or worse still need my help with projects! Knowing my inability to be creative, Poornima, the blogger who is the […]
Baby Hair and Body Wash by Forest Essentials {For Kids}
Whenever I am at Phoenix Mall, I make it a point to visit the Forest Essentials store. I love the fragrance from the store and I find it very calming and relaxing to be there. I found new products in the store and I was super thrilled. The first one that caught my eye was […]
Gulnar Soaps {Product Review}
I recently discovered another brand of soaps that is perfect for kids and adults as well! While I do stick to the tried and tested brands, I love it when I find newer options and needless to say the boys are excited too! They notice the wrappers and ask me what the new brand is […]
Brand Focus – Rustic Art
I am back with the second post in the Brand Focus series, where I attempt to introduce to my readers not just the products, but the story of a brand. My journey of over two years has introduced me to many brands and products that are now a part of my lifestyle. One such brand was Rustic […]
Omved Shishu Thailam {Product Review}
For those of you who know me, you know the kind of importance I give to a massage. I like to use a variety of massage oils for the boys and more often than not they love to pick the oil when they want a massage. The not so latest addition to their range of […]
Dabur Chyawanprash – Build an immune body {Staying Healthy}
A few days ago I wrote a post on how Traditional Knowledge came to my rescue when I was searching for the right massage oil for my prematurely born boys. With being premature came another problem that was evident, a low immunity. A good deal of the growing up years was spent rushing to the […]
Natural organic baby skin products {For Kids}
In this fast paced life, we often resort to means that are not good for us. When I became a mother, I was a part of the crowd that used the usual baby products till a chance visit to a store changed my life and the thought process. The past four years have been spent scouting […]
Organic clothing for kids in India {Green Living}
Organic clothing wasn’t very popular till a few years ago. I remember discovering it just about 4 years ago and I was a bit taken aback when I saw the price tags. I came home and did my research on what it was all about and I went back convinced that the price did not […]
Organic baby massage oil – Choose right! {Product Review}
With barely an hour left for the emergency surgery, I was a good one month early to deliver the boys. All my planning took a back seat and my concentration was to ensure that the babies would be fine. When they were born, they were absolutely tiny and stayed in the NICU for almost 12 […]
Reviewing KuKucrate – The September Box
KuKucrate is a box that is filled with crafts and activities that is guaranteed to keep your little one busy for a while at least! The last time I reviewed a Kukucrate was way back in May and the subsequent boxes would not have interested my boys so I never got about subscribing them. After a pretty […]
Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi
Officially the festivities have started! Yes, the next two months is going to be filled with occasions to splurge on new things, get the house cleaned yet again and indulge in gaining weight that I have successfully lost in the past few months. At least I won’t be guilty of putting on more weight, I’ll […]
Safety Comics for your kids
As a mom, one of the things that is always at the back of mind is the safety of my children. Whether they are at school, at home or just about anywhere, ensuring their safety is of prime importance. While they have been taught the basics like telling our names (and not just papa and […]
Monsoon remedies for mommies to know
One of the things that I dread the most is my kids falling ill. And with twins, it is but natural that they fall ill together. My first instinct is to get them up and running with the home made remedies and the natural therapies. My last resort is dosage of the antibiotics. Most of […]