Thursday 31 July 2014

Inculcating Good Table Manners In Your Kid!

Good Table Manners!




When my son was born, we barely waited for him to sit upright and put him in a feeding chair and honestly I don’t regret it. It’s the most convenient and hassle free method to feed your child with less spillage and more food going inside. Well, in my case it was also my OCD to not ruin my fancy collection of table linen so the idea worked very well. ;)  But jokes aside I observed that by putting him in his own chair, he developed a sense of belonging to not just eating his food but also by eating it himself. His hand and mouth coordination developed pretty early and he enjoyed his meals.

Try and initiate table talk with your child before you put them on the chair. Without talking to them they might not like the idea of being strapped in a chair and being made to eat, especially if like most toddlers meals are a problem. In my case my son was not fussy about food, he ate whatever I made for him, however being constricted was a big thing for him, considering he refused to be swaddled as a new born. Lollzzz.

Safe and Fun Chair – As important is safety and a sturdy chair with straps as little babies are still finding their feet, literally also opt for a chair which is bright and colourful. This will get their interest and curiosity going to explore it and will sit more readily. Chicco, Mothercare has some great options.

Functionality – As much fun as it to let your baby eat by themselves, it is also a task to clean and maintain a high chair. Pick a chair with a removable plastic top so that it can be removed and washed easily. A good grade plastic back and body also aids in wiping off clean whenever necessary.

Crockery and Cutlery – Again try and pick out designs which your baby can relate to. Perhaps their favourite cartoon character or favourite toy. Again, baby brands offer a wide range of interesting stuff. Even their cutlery can be picked up age wise which will help in forming a better and strong grip.

Bibs – This was a huge task as my baby didn’t like being restrained, experts suggest to avoid tie up bibs as they pose choking hazards, however the Velcro ones were of no use to me.

A Messy Affair – This is my favourite part. And exhausting later on. However, to inculcate independence you have to allow your child to eat by themselves and put on a smile even if you feel like crying looking at the mess. Lollzzz..

I used to constantly monitor my baby whilst he ate. In fact I started eating my meals with him which I do till date. This made it a more enjoyable routine and something we did together every day.

Please remember to Never Ever leave your baby unattended in a high chair; they are at a huge risk of falling headlong and hurting themselves. Even if they are strapped up, ensure you are around and you are watching over them. These little things are smart and quick to learn to unstrap themselves without us realizing it.

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Wednesday 30 July 2014

A Coffee in my hand and a book! That's how I want to spend my time especially with the pitter - patter refusing to stop. Alas, that's a far fetched possibility. Work, Chores a demanding 4 year old and not so demanding hubby leave me with little choice. 

Anyways, since I was feeling Blahhh I decided to dress up for my son's PTA, yeah those are important occasions now.

What I Wore:-

Roosh Cropped Pants|Vero Moda 
White Net Shirt|Vero Moda 
Clutch|Quirk Box 
Flats|Charles and Keith


Monday 28 July 2014

My Tryst With Make Up!

My Tryst With Make - Up





I absolutely love applying make – up, however I suck at it. I am usually a Kajal person and once in a while a lipper. Right from college days kajal was my staple, I wouldn’t step out of the house without it. If I did by mistake my friends thought I was unwell or I had forgotten. J I felt beautiful with just a thin line of it under my eyes. However, post – delivery and the 30+ benchmark I started a fresh relationship with cosmetics. I started understanding what would look good on my skin type, features as well as the occasion. I tried on different stuff and identified what I would like to discard and what I would buy again. The Indian Fashion Scene has evolved tremendously and so has make up. Fashion and Ramp shows have always bent on dramatic styles, however one can dare to sport a similar look nowadays. Doing your own make – up is a trend setting in with the younger generation as well. I know a lot of young things who are firm on doing their own make up even on their big day. They know what looks good on them and also how to use the products to enhance their beauty. Kudos to these girls. I would be totally lost with boxes of eye shadows, nail enamels and lipsticks. Lollzzz..
Coming back to me, I decided that I need to have a look for myself which requires minimal effort and time. Well, because I am lazy and don’t have the time to learn the basics. ;) Kajal had to be there of course, along with some other products that I invested in.

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Tuesday 22 July 2014

OOTD - Luncheon with Friends


Over the Weekend had a lunch plan with a friend. Hubby’s and kids were also part of it. So we had three little boys and two not so little. ;) For me that was easy enough to decide that it cannot be a dress or a skirt. ;) Yeah, these boys can make you run and sweat out quite a bit. If you have spotted a mom grabbing her dress and running, hair all over the place chances are that you would have spotted me. Lollzzz.. But nonetheless lunch with family is a double delight for me. First is of course quality time with my loved ones and second yeah you guessed it, no cooking. ;)

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Red Top - Zara
Bustier - Only
Jeans - Mango
Shades - Aldo
Peep Toes - Catwalk
Earrings - Silofer Silver Store (New Delhi)


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Monday 21 July 2014

How To Look Like A Hot Mommy!

Super Mom on the Go.
My latest post on how to look like a Super Hot Mommy!!


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Thursday 17 July 2014

Road Trip With A Toddler!

This one is going to be interesting to write and share my experiences. So as I sat feeding my baby one evening, hubby comes back from work and says – “Baby let’s do a road trip”!

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Road Trip With A Toddler

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Monday 14 July 2014

Colours To Create Your Mood!

Feeling Blue or Sunshiney Yellow??

My today's post features on how you can wear a color to alter your mood! Sounds fun na?

Colours - Your Mood Changer





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6 Fun Indoor Games For Your Toddler

Monsoon's around the corner! Don't let that stop you from keeping your little toddler busy. Here's how to break the Idiot Box monotony and do fun things that you both can enjoy:-
6 Fun Indoor Games For Your Toddler



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Sunday 13 July 2014

Dress Up For A Work-Out!

Dressing up for a Work Out - Cut out the Drab Way.
Read my post on how to look absolutely fresh while you work out:-

Dress Up For A Work-Out!

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Thursday 10 July 2014

Welcome to Fatherhood

Fatherhood Made Easy By Motherhood!! Sounds Confusing Right?? 
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Monday 7 July 2014

Classic White Shirt



The Classic White Shirt! It's my absolute favorite and I own multiple of these babies..
Have a look at my post on how to classic this beauty - 
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Looking for those must haves in your hand bag:-
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