Lucknow Academy of Pediatrics

23/02/2026

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17/02/2026

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13/02/2026

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11/02/2026

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09/02/2026

In a wonderful panel discussion on Acid suppression therapy in children involving Dr Shirsh Bhatnagar, Dr Sanjeev Verma, Dr Piyali Bhattacharya, Dr Shalini Tripathi, Dr Neeraj Kumar Rao and moderated by Dr Utkarsh Bansal on 28/01/2026.
Installation of the new team 2026 along with Felicitation of the outgoing team was done.
President Dr Amit Kumar Rastogi received the presidential Medallion from the incumbent president Dr Shalini Bhasin. Dr Ashish Verma took over as Secretary and Dr Ekansh Rathoria as Treasurer.
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17/12/2025

The 3 Fs of Feeding: Get It Right! 🥄👶
Once your baby completes the 6-month mark, it’s time to focus on the 3 Fs of Feeding for healthy growth! It’s all about feeding often, feeding right, and feeding family foods.
Here’s a quick guide from the experts:
💜 Frequency: Start by feeding solids 2–3 times a day initially. As your baby grows and eats more, you can gradually increase this.
💛 Fortification: Boost the energy content! Add healthy fats like ghee or oil to your baby’s mashed meals to pack in extra calories for development.
🧡 Family foods: Transition them to soft-modified home meals! It’s easier and ensures they get the best nutrition from what the family is already eating.
You are doing a great job introducing your baby to a world of flavor and nourishment! Keep up the wonderful work! ✨
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The 3 Fs of Feeding: Get It Right! 🥄👶
Once your baby completes the 6-month mark, it’s time to focus on the 3 Fs of Feeding for healthy growth! It’s all about feeding often, feeding right, and feeding family foods.
Here’s a quick guide from the experts:
💜 Frequency: Start by feeding solids 2–3 times a day initially. As your baby grows and eats more, you can gradually increase this.
💛 Fortification: Boost the energy content! Add healthy fats like ghee or oil to your baby’s mashed meals to pack in extra calories for development.
🧡 Family foods: Transition them to soft-modified home meals! It’s easier and ensures they get the best nutrition from what the family is already eating.
You are doing a great job introducing your baby to a world of flavor and nourishment! Keep up the wonderful work! ✨

17/12/2025

Texture Progression = Skill Building! 🥣🧠
Remember, food texture grows with your child! As your baby gets older, gradually changing the consistency of their food is essential for their development. This isn’t just about eating; it’s about skill building!
Here is the recommended progression:
➡️ Start mashed \rightarrow move to soft lumps \rightarrow introduce finger foods!
咀 Chewing develops speech muscles! The oral motor skills your baby uses for eating are the same ones needed for talking.
🛑 Avoid only liquids/purees after 8 months. Keep challenging those little mouths!
Let your baby explore different textures safely. It’s a messy, wonderful journey toward independence! ❤️

Texture Progression = Skill Building! 🥣🧠
Remember, food texture grows with your child! As your baby gets older, gradually changing the consistency of their food is essential for their development. This isn’t just about eating; it’s about skill building!
Here is the recommended progression:
➡️ Start mashed \rightarrow move to soft lumps \rightarrow introduce finger foods!
咀 Chewing develops speech muscles! The oral motor skills your baby uses for eating are the same ones needed for talking.
🛑 Avoid only liquids/purees after 8 months. Keep challenging those little mouths!
Let your baby explore different textures safely. It’s a messy, wonderful journey toward independence! ❤️

17/12/2025

Fueling Our Iron Kids! 💪🧠
Want your children to have boundless energy and great brain power? Focus on Iron-Rich Foods! Iron is a vital nutrient for growth, development, and fighting fatigue.
Iron = Energy + Brain Power!
Here’s how to boost their intake:
🥗 What to include: Look for easily accessible sources like dal, green leafy veggies, jaggery, and eggs. Simple, home-cooked food is best!
🍋 Boost Absorption: Always combine iron-rich foods with something containing Vitamin C (like a squeeze of lemon on dal or salad) for much better absorption.
🛡️ The Benefit: Getting enough iron helps prevent anemia and tiredness, keeping your little ones strong and ready to learn and play!
Let’s raise a generation of strong, healthy “Iron Kids”! 🌟

Fueling Our Iron Kids! 💪🧠
Want your children to have boundless energy and great brain power? Focus on Iron-Rich Foods! Iron is a vital nutrient for growth, development, and fighting fatigue.
Iron = Energy + Brain Power!
Here’s how to boost their intake:
🥗 What to include: Look for easily accessible sources like dal, green leafy veggies, jaggery, and eggs. Simple, home-cooked food is best!
🍋 Boost Absorption: Always combine iron-rich foods with something containing Vitamin C (like a squeeze of lemon on dal or salad) for much better absorption.
🛡️ The Benefit: Getting enough iron helps prevent anemia and tiredness, keeping your little ones strong and ready to learn and play!
Let’s raise a generation of strong, healthy “Iron Kids”! 🌟

17/12/2025

🌈 Children’s Mental Health Matters 🌈

Every child’s smile hides a story — of wonder, curiosity, and sometimes, quiet struggles. 💭
Let’s remember: their feelings are real, their emotions valid.
When we listen, support, and empower, we raise not just healthy children — but happy humans. 💖

Nurture their minds like you nurture their dreams.
Because happy minds truly build a healthy world. 🌍✨

🌈 Children’s Mental Health Matters 🌈

Every child’s smile hides a story — of wonder, curiosity, and sometimes, quiet struggles. 💭
Let’s remember: their feelings are real, their emotions valid.
When we listen, support, and empower, we raise not just healthy children — but happy humans. 💖

Nurture their minds like you nurture their dreams.
Because happy minds truly build a healthy world. 🌍✨