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DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES(0-6months)

  BABY’S Babies show a lot of physical and cognitive changes during their development period. I have summarised developmental milestones of a baby from birth to six months. These are general milestones but differ from baby to baby.Moms if you feel you don't see any of these milestones in your baby you should consult your pediatrician. First month -  Weight gain The head bobs when held upright and kicks feet when on back Lifts the head when put on the tummy Starts responding to sound Has jerky movements of arms and legs Fists remain clenched Starts staring at faces Responds to light by turning face towards light Can distinguish black &white patterns Eye focus at 18-45 cm Starts recognizing the mother’s voice Gets startled on hearing any kind of sound Can latch to the mother and suck on both breast &bottle nipples Can be pacified by swaddling When held tries to cuddle Begins to smile Tries to make ‘ooh’ & ‘ah’ sounds Tries to hold head at 45* Enjoys looking at human ...

LIVING ROOM DÉCOR WITH AIR PURIFYING PLANTS

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 LIVING ROOM DÉCOR WITH AIR PURIFYING PLANTS Before the eighties plants were relegated to home gardens or plant nurseries. It was during the late eighties that the NASA Clean Air Study project stated plants could help in reducing both outdoor and indoor pollution. They specified a few indoor plants which could help in reducing air pollution by removing the toxins present in our homes. This study has brought about a paradigm shift in the mindset of people. Now, these plants adorn our homes and offices.  Along with cleaning the air, these air-purifying plants help in reducing stress, increase oxygen levels, reduce carbon dioxide and airborne dust, increase humidity and lower indoor air temperatures. Both the principles of Feng Shui and Vastu believe these plants help in enhancing the positive energy and bringing good luck in the house. Toxins like benzene, formaldehyde, xylene, ammonia which are released by carpet, upholstery, furnishings, paints, cleaning- products which are li...