The playroom floor in Wakad was scattered with colorful blocks, but Saritha’s eyes were fixed on the footprints Rohan left as he padded across the tiles. Unlike the arched prints she saw in magazines, Rohan’s feet seemed to press entirely flat against the floor, his ankles leaning slightly inward with every step. At first, she…
Read MoreThe sterile, bright lights of the consultation room at Orange Health Care (OHC) in Wakad usually felt clinical, but for Anjali, they felt like a spotlight on her deepest fears. Her son, Ishaan, needed a procedure to correct a persistent limb alignment issue, and all she could visualize were the large, jagged scars she had…
Read MoreFlat Feet in Children: Should Parents Be Concerned? It’s quite common for parents to notice that their child’s feet look “flat” while standing and immediately worry. The good news is—most of the time, flat feet in children are completely normal and part of natural growth. Still, knowing when it’s harmless and when it needs attention…
Read MoreHealthy Weight Gain Tips for Underweight Children: A Parent’s Complete Guide Many parents worry when their child appears thinner than other children of the same age. While some children are naturally lean, being underweight can sometimes affect immunity, energy levels, and overall growth. The good news is that healthy weight gain is possible with the…
Read MoreKids are naturally energetic, active, and curious, which translates to bruises, bumps, and the occasional worse thing like fractures. Any parent gets a suspected break is sure to be a worrisome experience. While children’s bones are stronger than adults’ because they are more flexible, they are also not finished developing yet, leaving them at risk…
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