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Nehru Planetarium
Post Views: 865 It is one place that makes science seem like a lot of fun. Plan a day’s escape to this edutainment centre with your kids to introduce them to a whole new way of learning about our galaxy, constellations, solar system, eclipses and much more. They have 3D shows everyday in English, Hindi and Marathi. The tickets need to be booked in advance either online or at the centre.
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Dolphin Aquarium
Post Views: 850 They don’t host dolphins as the name suggest but the aquarium has a variety of fishes that attract the kids. The aquarium is built in the middle of a pond. Apart from the fishes, there are rabbits, ducks, different types of birds and squirrels too. They have a toy train and boating facility where kids can feed the ducks in the pond.
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Taraporewala Aquarium
Post Views: 883 It is the oldest aquarium in the city and hosts a variety of marine and freshwater fishes. It’s been recently renovated with the addition of many fishes and a 12 feet long and 180-degree acrylic tunnel. Aquarium is open from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm all days, except Monday Fees: Adults Rs.60/- Kids (below 12 yrs.) Rs.30/-
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Bhavan’s Nature Park
Post Views: 864 Prakruti nature trail of Bhavan’s Nature and Adventure Centre organises a lot of activities for kids and adults alike which includes Nature Trail, Animal interaction/pet care, butterfly lifecycle, Meet a Mountaineer, Puppet show, basics about Bonsai, life of Dinosaurs etc. The park is open from 3 pm-7 pm and the entry ticket is Rs.100/per person.
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Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP)
Post Views: 560 Situated just behind Mumbai’s largest slum, is the vital green lung for the pollution-ridden city. It offers a welcome change from the din and hustle of city life. They conduct educational activities especially for children about Ecology and Nature conservation. Also, have various activities like drawing, nature games, bird watching, a nursery for growing and sale of plants. Click here to see some of the workshops conducted here.
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Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP)
Post Views: 939 Mumbai is the only metropolitan city to have a national park within the city. SGNP is spread over 103 sq.kms, almost covering 20% of Mumbai’s geographical area. It’s a perfect getaway destination from the chaos of the city life. There are a lot of activities that one can do here. Tiger and Lion Safari: Try taking the morning safari between 9.00 to 10.am and you can watch the big cats from the safety and comfort of a closed vehicle. Boating: Just a few steps from the main gate is an artificial water body where you can use pedal boats and go peddling to experience this scenic and…
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A spot. A spot. Another spot. Oh! It’s Chicken pox!
Post Views: 1,306 As heat strikes the city, eruptive fevers among children are on a rise. The most common and the most contagious among these is the Chicken pox. Chicken pox usually occurs in the summer months between February to April. The disease is named so because the eruptions resemble the peck marks of that of a chicken. It is one of the most contagious disease and is caused by the Varicella zoster virus. Each child is affected by it by the age of 15 years, but it peaks at 5-9 years of age. Nonetheless, it can affect at any age including new born. Once affected by chicken pox, it…
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Sprouted Moong Salad
Post Views: 656 Sprouted Moong Salad This recipe is colourful and refreshing while nourishing your child with loads of protein and calcium. It can be served as a salad along with lunch or as an evening snack for your kids. Ingredients: 1 ½ cup sprouted moong 1 cup tomatoes chopped 1 cup cucumber chopped 1 orange, separated into slices 1 tablespoon coriander (hara dhania) chopped 1 seeded green chili (optional) chopped To be added as topping: 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste 1 teaspoon ground roasted cumin seed (jeera) 1 tablespoon lemon juice, adjust to taste 2 tablespoons yogurt (optional) 1 tablespoon ginger juice 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon…
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Healthy Eating During Pregnancy
Post Views: 827 Healthy eating during pregnancy is not just increasing the quantity you eat. You should also keep a tab on what you eat. Although a high number of calories are needed during your pregnancy for your baby to grow, about 300 extra calories per day, these calories should be taken from nutritious healthy food so that they boost your baby’s growth and development. Do you wonder how you manage to gain about 15-20 kgs (on average) during your pregnancy, when a newborn weighs only 1/3rd or 1/4th of that? Although this differs for every woman, this is how the weight adds up to you: 3-4 kgs – average…
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Calcium Rich Diet For Pregnant Women
Post Views: 666 During pregnancy, your growing baby needs calcium to develop strong bones and teeth. Calcium also helps in the development of a healthy heart, nerves, muscles as well as normal heart rhythm and blood-clotting mechanism. Calcium also helps reduce risk of hypertension and preeclampsia. If your intake of calcium doesn’t meet your baby’s needs, she will suffice her needs by drawing calcium from your bones, which may lead to your ill health. Calcium requirement during pregnancy: According to the NHP guidelines, calcium requirements during pregnancy increases from 1000mg/day to 1200mg/day. Calcium absorption is enhanced during pregnancy due to high calcitrol levels. So, it is good to include a…
