Pregnancy is one of the happy stages in the life of every woman. It is a period of high expectation; the whole idea of a new creature forming inside of you is enough reason to be excited. However, there are certain things that need to be avoided during this period, these things can cause harm or damage to your health and/or inhibit the adequate growth and development of your unborn baby, which can interrupt the due gestational process: leading to miscarriage, premature delivery, stillbirth or deformed baby. The joy of every woman is to carry her pregnancy to term and deliver her baby without complications. To experience this joy, the following things should be avoided during pregnancy: CAFFEINE: Is a psychoactive substance commonly found in tea, cocoa, soft drinks, coffee, chocolates, etc. Studies have shown that excess intake of caffeine during pregnancy is harmful to the foetus, because it is easily absorbed by the placenta, which causes retardation of growth unborn babies. The r

Sugarcane is a perennial plant. Rich in vitamins and nutrients that are beneficial to human health. It is very juicy and useful in and out. It consists of proteins, magnese, potassium,  iron, sodium, magnesium, vitamins A, C, B12, E, etc. Aside it's health benefits to the human body, it's remains after the extraction of its juice can be used for industrial purposes; generation of fuel, making of paper or sound insulating boards. It serves as a natural remedy to different health problems, some of which are as follows: TREATS CONSTIPATION: Laxative and alkaline properties are loaded in sugar cane, these properties improve bowel movement, keeping the digestive system in good shape. It's soluble fibre content soothes the intestines and cures constipation. FIGHT AGAINST CANCER: Alkaline found in sugar cane has the ability to inhibit the growth of cancerous cells in the human body, especially breast and prostate cancer. BOOSTS THE IMMUNITY: When the immune system is strong,

Bitter leaf is a wonder plant, it shows the greatness of God in every way; it ability to flourish anywhere, coupled with it's bitter sweet taste. It is very popular in Africa; also in Nigeria. The Yorubas call it "Ewuro", known as "Onugbu" amongst the Igbos, and "Shikawa" to the Hausas. Aside the culinary purposes it serves, it is highly valuable in promoting good health and combating many ailments in the human body. It is highly medicinal, it is commonly referred to as wonder leaf because, everything about it is useful; it's stick, root, leaf and juice. Some of the health benefits of bitter leaf in the human body are as follows; PREVENTS DIABETES: The presence of excess sugar in the blood stream results in diabetes, it's a health condition that has a way of taking toll on human total wellbeing.  Regular intake of bitter leaf will help moderate your sugar level thereby safeguarding your body from the risk of developing this condition. It al

Exercise is physical activity such as jogging, walking, jumping, skipping, dancing, cycling, etc engaged in to improve, maintain or rehabilitate the human health and fitness. It is also ideal for the enhancement of emotional wellbeing. It is essential for every human to exercise his body because it is required for total wellbeing. The importance of exercise are as follows: BUILDS STAMINA: Each time the body is engaged in exercise, energy is used, you condition your body to be efficient by using less energy for the same quantity of work,  this way you are improving your stamina. PROMOTES FLEXIBILITY: When the muscles are stiff, it makes them prone to injuries, it also inhibits balance and coordination. Exercise promotes flexibility of the muscles making certain movement easy; bending, twisting, turning, reaching, etc. Exercises that involve stretching help the body to be flexible, thereby keeping the body in good posture. PREVENTS DISEASES: Do you remember that acronym "MR-NIG

Did Isaac Newton’s mother know that her son had an extremely high IQ of 192—among only one percent of the population with an intelligence quotient of higher than 136? Did she suspect that he’d grow up to be one of the most influential scientists of all time? Probably not, as she actually took him out of school in his early teenage years in hopes that he would become a farmer like his late father. But according to Mensa, “the high IQ society,” there are signs parents can look for that indicate their children may have a higher than average IQ. Check out the list below to see how many describe your child! Highly intelligent children often exhibit some of the following traits: 1. Excellent Memory Clearly, a good memory is important for children to learn and retain new information, both in school and at home. In fact, according to psychologist and author Tracy Packiam Alloway, “working memory is linked not just to learning (from kindergarten to college), but for decisio

Bonding simply means creating a smooth emotional connection between a parent and a child. Bond is that mutual emotional attachment between a parent and the child. Bonding is very essential in the life of a child, just as healthy feeding is. This is because, emotional bonding also contribute largely to the optimum growth and development of a child; it helps the child to develop a huge sense of security and self-worth. A child that feels secure and has good sense of self-worth will not end up being a victim of abuse, he or she will not become a social misfit in the future.  The major crux of the issue in bonding with your child lies in the ability to create out time out of your tight schedule as a result of your demanding job. In any relationship without quantity, quality can not be attained. You can't expect a good relationship with your toddler if you spend all your time at work and she spends all her time at the creche or with the nanny. Everyday bonding Bonding isn’t a

Okababy is one of our organic baby food products at Teeshafo foods; it is highly beneficial to babies because of the ingredients used in producing it. It consists of Rice, millet and ginger. These ingredients are so rich in vitamins and minerals that babies need for their healthy growth and development. RICE: Rice is a fundamental food in many cultural cuisines around the world, and it is an important cereal crop that feeds more than half of the world’s population. It is a good source of vitamins; A, C, B1, D, and essential minerals like; niacin, calcium, iron, riboflavin, thiamine, etc. Vitamin A and C serve as antioxidant to the human body. The high fiber content also increases bowel movement regularity (prevents constipation) and protects against various types of cancer, as well as reducing the chances of cardiovascular diseases.  The phenolic compounds that are found in it, have anti-inflammatory properties, so  babies tender skin are maximally protected from

Child abuse is the physical/emotional maltreatment  or sexual molestation of a child. There are four different types of child abuse: physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse and neglect. Physical abuse occurs when a child  has suffered, or is at risk of suffering,  non-accidental physical trauma or injury. It can include; hitting, shaking, throwing, burning, biting, poisoning. Sexual abuse occurs when an adult, stronger child or adolescent uses their power or authority to involve a child in sexual activity. Sexual abuse can be physical, verbal or emotional and can include: Kissing or holding a child in a sexual manner Exposing a sexual body part to a child Having sexual relations with a child under 18 years of age Sending obscene mobile text messages or emails to a child Fondling a child in a sexual manner Penetrating a child's anus or vagina by penis, finger or any other object Oral sex Incest Rape Showing pornography films, magazines or photographs to a chil

BUTTERNUT: This belongs to the plant family. It is very good and nourishing for babies, because of its high content of nutrients. Some of the nutrients found in butternut are; magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, fiber,etc. it is beneficial because, it aids digestion, it enhances proper functioning of the circulatory system, boosts healthy hair growth, improves the skin,etc. PEACHES: These are fruits rich in vitamins and minerals that are required for proper and healthy growth of babies. They contain vitamin A; for clear vision, vitamin C; boosts the immune system by fighting infections, fiber; for prevention of constipation, beta-carotene, and many more. SWEET POTATOES: They belong to the family of vegetable, they are highly concerntrated with vitamin A. vitamin A is very important in babies’ foods because, its promotes healthy development and functioning of the eyes. Other essential vitamins and minerals found in sweet potatoes are; vitamin C, E, K, B1, B6, and B9.

Polio is an infectious viral disease that is caused by the poliovirus. This virus spreads from person to person, when someone gets infected with the poliovirus, his or her brain and spinal cord will be invaded thereby leading to paralysis. This disease is very common among children. It is called Poliomyelitis in full, it is a deadly disease. SYMPTOMS: About 72 out of 100 people who get infected with poliovirus infection may manifest the following visible symptoms; Stomach pain Sore throat Tiredness Fever Headache A smaller proportion of people with poliovirus infection will develop more severe symptoms that affect the brain and spinal cord; Parenthesis Meningitis Paralysis(stiffness of parts of the body ) However, paralysis is the peak of the symptoms, when this manifests, it can lead to permanent disability and death. Statistics have shown that between 2 and 10 out of 100 people who have been paralysed from poliovirus infection die, because the virus affect the mus

Weaning is when a baby transitions from breast milk to other sources of nourishment. Weaning is easier if a child has also taken milk from another source. So try giving an occasional bottle of breast milk to your little one once breastfeeding is well-established. Even if you plan to continue breastfeeding, this can ease weaning later. It also lets other family members feed the baby and makes it possible to leave your child with a caregiver. It's important to remember that infants over 6 months should have solid foods as well as breast milk. After 1 year, breast milk alone does not provide all the nutrients a growing child needs; solid foods must become a regular part of the diet. Approaches to Weaning To allow both mom and baby to adjust physically and emotionally to the change, weaning should be a gradual process. One approach is to drop one feeding session a week until the child is taking all of the feeds from a bottle or cup. If you are planning to con

Family planning is the practice of controlling the number of children in a family and the intervals between their births. There are several methods of birth control/family planning that meet the individual unique needs. some of the methods are listed as follow; abstinence, breastfeeding, outercourse, hormonal contraceptive, pills, injections, vaginal rings, implanted devices,condom, etc. Access to contraceptive information is central to achieving gender equality. When women and couples are empowered to plan whether and when to have children, women are better enabled to complete their education; women’s autonomy within their households is increased; and their earning power is improved. This strengthens their economic security and well-being and that of their families. Increasing access to modern contraception among adolescent girls is a crucial starting point for improving their long-term health. It is also essential for improving maternal and newborn health: A

Avocados are green-skinned, fleshy body, usually pear-shaped, egg-shaped, or spherical.Optimally ripe avocados are typically known for their silky, creamy texture and rich flavors (which some people describe as "nutty" or "nut-like"). Avocados owe their creamy texture to their high fat content.  Not all avocados are identical in terms of fat content, however. As a general rule, smaller sized avocados tend to be more oily and higher in fat, and large sized avocados tend to be somewhat less oily and lower in fat percentage.All avocado belong to the science genus/species group called Persea americana.Cardiovascular Support Provided by Avocados Numerous studies have looked at the relationship between avocado consumption and blood fat levels, types of fat in the bloodstream, inflammatory risk in the cardiovascular system, and degree of cardiovascular protection against oxygen-based damage. The study results are consistent in showing benefits from avocado in all of