A child’s growth and nutrition are among the most important concerns for every parent. When it comes to a baby’s nourishment, parents often have many questions: What should we feed the baby, and what should we avoid? Is there a connection between a baby’s sleep and growth? Does massage really help strengthen their limbs? Which vaccinations are essential? And what practices should parents avoid?To answer all these questions, we have with us Dr. Kiran Fadtare-Gharge, M.B.B.S., M.D. (Pediatrics). Don’t miss the full episode.
Credits: Guest: Dr. Kiran Fadtare-Gharge, M.B.B.S., M.D. (Pediatrics)Hosts: Omkar Jadhav, Shardul Kadam.Editor : Priyanka Thosar.Edit Assistant: Rameshwar Garkal, Rohit Landage.Content Manager: Sohan Mane.Social Media Manager: Sonali Gokhale.Legal Advisor: Savani Vaze.Business Development Executive: Sai Kher.Social Media Executive: Mrunal Arve. About The Hosts: Shardul Kadam & Omkar Jadhav.Shardul Kadam:Co-founder, Amuk Tamuk Podcast Network Podcast Host | Market Researcher | Political Communication ConsultantWith over 10 years of experience in decoding customer and market insights for startups and content platforms. Former media agency head with a ₹3 Cr turnover and a 20-member team.Worked with 20+ startups on market feasibility studies. Authored papers on digital consumption behaviour and strategy.Consulted on digital content with brands like BhaDiPa, Viacom18 Marathi, Cred (YouTube), and Chitale Bandhu.Visiting Faculty at Symbiosis University. Omkar Jadhav:Co-founder – Amuk Tamuk Podcast NetworkPodcast Host | Writer | Director | Actor | YouTube & Podcast ConsultantWith 8+ years in digital content, former Content & Programming Head at BhaDiPa & Vishay Khol.Directed 100+ sketches, 3 web series & non-fiction shows including Aai & Me, Jhoom, 9 to 5, Oddvata.Creative Producer – BErojgaar | Asst. Director – The Kerala StoryHost of Khuspus – a podcast on taboo and uncomfortable topics.Visiting Faculty – Ranade Institute, Pune University.Connect with us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/amuk_tamukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amuktamuk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amuktamukpodcastsSpotify: The Amuk Tamuk Show#AmukTamuk #marathipodcasts 00:00 – Introduction04:19 – What “growth” really means05:44 – What does a healthy baby look like?08:23 – Myths about Applying काजळ and giving honey to babies 14:02 – Massage can be harmful 16:08 – Importance of breast milk19:50 – Formula feeding: Safe or not?21:07 – Why do babies cry?23:08 – Sleep and growth hormone26:01 – Diet by age breakdown27:01 – Diet after 6 months 32:54 – Risk of processed food 38:05 – Early puberty in girls41:44 – What is a “healthy” child?46:47 – Building a relationship with food 53:11 – Milk powders = scam55:33 – Importance of play & activity58:38 – Screen time rules01:04:20 – Virtual autism from excess screen time01:07:08 – Video calls with grandparents = OK01:10:11 – Why getting sick builds immunity01:13:11 – Vaccine schedule explained01:18:21 – Factors affecting height01:30:44 – Why kids wake up at night01:32:06 – Red flags: Junk, screens, sugar, negativity