How does your child define success? Do you let them define what success should be according to you? If you asked your child what success means, you’ll probably hear a different story. In a recent survey of school children, aged between 5 and 16, it was found that most children believe the secret to being […]
10 reasons to choose MamaEarth Organic Bamboo Based Wipes
I was sent the MamaEarth Organic Bamboo Based Wipes sometime last year. And my boys are way past the wipes age, I wasn’t sure about how I could use them. And then came travels, where I carried the MamaEarth Organic Bamboo Based Wipes as a standby to help me clean without having to worry about. […]
Pratsmusings most viewed posts of 2017
I wanted this to be one of the first posts of 2018, but got sidetracked with a couple of developments! Nevertheless, before the first month of 2018 ends, I have to share with you the most viewed posts on my blog from 2017. From natural baby products, to choosing organic skin care products, reviews, DIY recipes […]
Aveeno Baby Products Review
Baby skin is sensitive and tender. When you buy baby products, it is important for you to choose products that are specially formulated for babies. Aveeno baby products come with a range of baby products that are specially formulated for tender baby skin. Most of the chemical alternatives available in the market may not be […]
Caring for your baby in winter
Got a little one at home? Caring for your baby in winter requires that extra attention. With the winters setting in, its important that you take the right care for their skin and hair because the weather can get very drying. There are a lot of factors that you will need to consider especially if you […]
12 Recommended Products of MamaEarth
Sometime last year, I followed the journey of a brand as it launched. MamaEarth, started with a small range of skin and hair care products targetted at moms and babies. I took notice of the brand mainly because they promoted actively a range for new moms which was missing in the market. In this blog […]
PeeSafe, GymSafe, PalmSafe & MoskitoSafe reviews
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Safety in a can. What else do you need? Hygiene on the move as I call it. Today I will be writing a very quick post on PeeSafe, GymSafe, PalmSafe & MoskitoSafe reviews. Have you tried these variants? These products are marketed by Redcliffe Hygiene , a company that is working on a range of personal hygiene […]
Cloudnine Hospitals – Pune Pregnancy Fiesta
It takes a village to raise a baby. ~ Ancient Proverb Raising a baby was easy in the olden days, because we had a community that helped moms. Whether it was being a part of the pregnancy journey or helping them with post-natal care, there was help at every given point of time. With the […]
The Quint: Ways to Raise a Successful Child
How does your child define success? Do you let them define what success should be according to you? If you asked your child what success means, you’ll probably hear a different story. In a recent survey of school children, aged between 5 and 16, it was found that most children believe the secret to being […]
10 ways to Increase Breast Milk Production
New moms and nursing mothers often worry if the supply of the breast milk is adequate for their little one(s). While most mothers produce enough breast milk for their child, some mothers may not be able to do so. There are several ways to increase breast milk production and in some cases, home remedies are […]
How to Make Your Own Natural Vapor Rub
Its the monsoon season again and the cold and cough is surfacing again! It is the season for the illness to be hovering in the air! While you hope that the flu won’t strike at your home, but just in case it does, keep this natural vapor rub handy so that you can literally breathe […]
7 Harmful Ingredients In Baby Products
Did you know that there are harmful toxins to watch out for in baby products? Well, if I got your attention, let me also confess that I think this post should have been written right at the start of my blogging career when I was introducing myself an eco-mommy blogger and someone who loves all […]
Clothes shopping for children
My twin boys are at a stage where their growth is alarming! Nearly 8 and they have a wardrobe that would put mine to a shame. And to top it all when you have kids with individual tastes (read: who don’t like to share clothes) it becomes a bit heavy on the pocket. I have […]
Best natural diaper rash creams in India for your baby
Nappy rashes is a common problem that most mums deal with. It doesn’t matter if you use the cloth variety or the disposable diapers, a rash is inevitable. A diaper rash mostly affects new born babies and toddlers. They develop red and inflamed rashes that lead to discomfort and irritation on their skin. The diaper […]
6 Reasons to Choose Natural Products for your Baby
Having a new baby is work, but it’s also a lot of fun. There’s that lovely baby smell, lots of cuddles and of course – shopping for baby stuff! Among all the things you need to buy for baby, baby products are probably right at the top of your list, along with diapers. There are […]
5 mom and baby products from Omved – A review
Omved has a very special place in my heart. It was one of the first all natural brand that I had come across accidentally post the birth of my twin boys. Yes, I did make the switch to using all natural and organic products after the boys were almost a year and a half, because […]
Mamaearth Travel Essentials Kit
When I come across a mum and baby brand that is completely safe & certified toxin free, I need to let my readers know about it. MamaEarth is a brand, by a parent, for the parent. One of the core aims of MamaEarth is to make products which are mum-baby friendly and toxin-free. MamaEarth includes a wide range […]
5 Benefits of Organic Food for Kids
If you’re a parent with access to the internet, you’ve no doubt heard about the current wave of organic food products. Every news article and parenting website seems to be singing the praises of benefits of organic food for kids, but all the noise only seems to be adding to the confusion! As parents, all […]
6 Indian Brands for Safe and Natural Baby Products
Update: This post will be edited regularly to add brands that make 100% chemical-free products. It’s very important to use natural products for your baby because close to 60% of what you apply gets absorbed by their skin. So let their skin absorb healthy ingredients. With all the awareness about the various chemicals in our […]
Mom and Baby Products from Juicy Chemistry
Juicy Chemistry is a brand that has gained loads of rave reviews. It doesn’t really need an introduction. A lot of us have been talking about it and yes, their products are really worth it. Not many are aware that there is a range of Mom and Baby Products from Juicy Chemistry. The products are […]
Best massage oils for your baby
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 […]
7 home made lip scrubs you must try!
Lip scrubs are a great way to refresh your lips by getting rid of dead skin cells. You need not opt for the expensive lip scrubs, instead you can make an array of home made lip scrubs with ingredients that are easily available. But be careful, lips need very gentle exfoliation as compared to facial skin. […]
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 […]
5 reasons to choose natural health and beauty products
People today opt for a balanced life and choose natural products over other various products available. My reasons to choose natural health and beauty products stemmed from the fact that I wanted to give my then young twin boys a chemical free experience by not choosing the over the counter products. Living a chemical free […]
10 Skin Care Tips for Teenagers
A good skin care regimen is essential for beautiful skin. Keeping your skin free from excess oil, blackheads, acne and more. For a teen, there are more chances of troubled skin because they are still growing and their body is likely to undergo loads of changes too. This post is all about skin care tips for […]
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 […]