Can a father’s age and daily habits influence a child’s health? Expert says it may matter more than you think

Emerging research suggests that a father’s age, smoking habits, stress levels, and overall lifestyle before conception may influence a child’s long-term health. For years, conversations around pregnancy have revolved almost entirely around mothers. Doctors discussed maternal nutrition, prenatal vitamins, scans, hormones, and antenatal care. Fathers were seen as emotional supporters rather than biological contributors to…

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“Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of disappointed love.”

Jane Austen (Image: Wikipedia) Heartbreak changes people quietly.At first, there is usually disbelief. Then endless overthinking. People replay conversations in their minds, analyse old messages, revisit memories they probably should stop revisiting, and wonder whether things could have ended differently. Even ordinary places begin feeling strange after emotional disappointment enters the picture.That emotional confusion is…

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Your late-night food habits could be ruining your sleep, but these expert-recommended foods may help

Food can support sleep, but it cannot replace treatmentDoctors caution against treating food as a cure for chronic insomnia. Dr Pahuja warns, “There is no food that can cure chronic insomnia. Persistent sleep problems, loud snoring, excessive daytime sleepiness or frequent awakenings may be signs of an underlying sleep disorder that needs to be evaluated.”…

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6 simple habits that strengthen family bonds

Screens are sabotaging quality time for families. In the past, evenings were filled with joyful conversations and activities, now parents and children often scroll through videos and messages. For bonding and connection between parents and children. A tech-free routine is the need of the hour. Tech-free evening routines can help families slow down, interact face-to-face,…

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