Dr Meenakshi

There are many reasons for respiratory diseases in children. These range from genetic conditions, surgery, infections, and viruses. Doctors and parents recognize respiratory tract infections by their typical symptoms. Generally, otherwise healthy children with mild upper respiratory tract symptoms do not need to see a doctor unless they have trouble breathing, are not drinking, or have a fever for more than a day or two. X-rays of the neck and chest may be taken in children who have difficulty breathing, stridor, or wheezing or if the doctor can hear congestion in the lungs. Blood tests and tests of respiratory secretions…

Ayurveda Samhitas discuss that milk vitiation occurs either by vitiated dosha or by a combination of doshas. The importance of Stanya (breast milk) as the primary diet for the growth and development of infants. Breast milk is the prime source of nourishment to a newborn baby. Breast milk improves the physical as well as mental strength and immunity of the baby. In Ayurveda, a unique concept of Stanya dusti or milk vitiation has been described in which food and activities of the mother affect the quality and quantity of milk. If a mother indulges in an unwholesome diet and lifestyle…

Common skin conditions in children can be divided into inflammatory skin disorders, lumps and bumps, infections, and infestations apart from that some uncommon childhood disorders are also there. Skin conditions in babies and kids may include rashes, hives, warts, acne, birthmarks and more. These conditions may be caused by dermatitis, viral infections, bacterial infections, fungal infections, or other diseases. Treatment varies from antiitch creams to pain relievers to antibiotics, depending on the condition. What are skin conditions in children? Various skin conditions can affect babies, toddlers, children, and adolescents throughout their lives. Healthcare providers receive more than 12 million office…

Social-emotional development includes the child’s experience, expression, and management of emotions and the ability to establish positive and rewarding relationships with others. It encompasses both intra- and interpersonal processes. Social and emotional development means how children start to understand who they are, what they are feeling and what to expect when interacting with others. It is the development of being able to: Form and sustain positive relationships. Experience, manage and express emotions. Explore and engage with the environment. Socio-emotional development is influenced by three central factors: biology, including genetics and temperament, environment, including socioeconomic status and support, and relationships. Types…

Ritucharya or seasonal regimen is an ancient practice in Ayurveda. It consists of a diet and lifestyle discipline to be followed in a particular ‘ritu’ to deal with the seasonal changes in the body and mind. Structuring our diet and lifestyle according to seasons holds the key to a boosted immunity and balanced life. Monsoon season is categorized as Varsha Ritu. According to Ayurveda, Varsha Ritucharya has recommended some routine and lifestyle modifications to be followed, to ward off the imbalances in the body during monsoon. This in-turn will help you boost immunity and maintain good health. During this season,…