While making this site we realized that given the vast scope of Parenting as a subject, it was not possible to be able to do justice to it in the limited pages of the main site. Therefore we decided to start the Mom's Ezine that will relate to subjects of special interest to you. Through the Ezine we hope to increase the scope of the site further, by introducing special focus sections on a father's contribution in child rearing, working mothers, special needs children etc. Issues relating to concerns such as whether ultrasounds are safe for the baby or how to adopt a child will also be taken up in the Mom's Ezine.

To get the Mom's Ezine delivered to your doorstep, (or should we say your mousepad), just fill in your email address and submit to us. The Mom's Ezine will be available every month on the 1st of the month. We hope you will enjoy reading it as much as we will, in preparing it!

February 2001 issue
Lead Feature
Pet anyone? - Ask most children and they'll say that they would love to keep a pet. But would you? More importantly, should you? Take a look at the pros and cons of keeping a pet and also look at the different types of pets that you can enjoy around the house!

Pregnancy
Ultrasound - modern day wonder or necessary evil? Does it harm the foetus or not? Answer all your queries with this article.

Parenting
The 10 top things you should never tell your kids. Don't miss this one!

Special Focus
Special needs children - This month we focus on dyslexia or reading disability. How common is it? What are the symptoms and how can you minimise it's effects? Find out in February!

Buyers Guide
Bathing soap - yes, this small little oft forgotten item can be very important for your baby's skin care. Discover the different brands available in the market along with their advantages and disadvantages.

Reader's corner
Your forum of self expression! Find out what our readers have to say on any given topic, this month.

Leisure Section
Your page as a woman. A sprinkling of jokes to get you in a relaxed mood, an easy and healthy recipe and small tips on a variety of subjects of interest to you - enjoy!

December 2000 issue
Lead Feature
Returning to work after parenthood - Is there life after maternity leave? Back to work means renewed access to the world of adults and intellectual satisfaction but it also means leaving a very, very important part of you behind - your baby. Take a look at the pros and cons of going back to work as well as some handy hints on combining work and home.

Pregnancy
Making love during Pregnancy - Most soon to be parents curtail their sexual needs for fear of harming the foetus. But is love making really harmful or is the absence of physical intimacy more harmful? What are the safe months and what symptoms should you watch out for if you do indeed make love during pregnancy. All this and more -----

Special Focus
Single Parents - Death, divorce, absentee parents - urban India is catching up with the West in leaps and bounds. In the first of this special focus series, we take a look at the pleasures and pains of single parenting!

Buyers Guide
Baby strollers - Almost the first thing parents buy - so what to look for in a stroller? What is the difference between a pram and a stroller? Find out all this and more in this month's Buyer's Guide.

Leisure Section
Your page as a woman. A sprinkling of jokes to get you in a relaxed mood, an easy and healthy recipe and small tips on a variety of subjects of interest to you - enjoy!

November 2000 issue
Lead Feature
Motivating children - Making winners of your children - We have the motivation and the right intentions but we don't always know how to translate those intentions into practice. There are a lot of different things that go into making your child a winner and this article will help you in crystallising your intentions and turning them into reality!

Pregnancy
Pregnancy and Old wives tales - You've probably heard a good few yourself - from being able to tell the sex of the child from the way you're carrying to how excess tea consumption can harm your child's complexion. Join us for a trip into the fascinating world of old wives tales as we explore and sift fact from fiction.

Parenting
Children activities - Keeping children occupied - One of the hardest things that parents face, is keeping the children usefully busy so that they can enjoy a bit of peace. Well, that is one of the hardest - thanks to this article it'll be a snap now!

Special Focus
Special needs children - our new mini series in the special focus section is dedicated to special needs children. We'll be taking a look at some of the more common problems as well as the organisations and experts who can help you and your family cope

Buyers Guide
Toothpastes - Flouride or not, a teeth whitener or not, herbal or not - make the right desicions with a little help from us as we analyse the toothpaste market this month.

Celeb Mom
While all moms are superwomen in their own right, there are some women who have made their mark as both a woman and a mom. We at Indian Moms celebrate such moms and take a look at what makes them special and unique. We guarantee that you will find reading about these moms not only absorbing but inspiring as well.

Reader's corner
In every issue we provide a forum for all of you moms to have your say on any topic. In the last issues we highlighted Jeena's story which dealt with abortion, bringing up children abroad and a look at monsoons from a mother's point of view. Find out what our readers are saying in this issue in Reader's Corner.

Leisure Section
Your page as a woman. A sprinkling of jokes to get you in a relaxed mood, an easy and healthy recipe and small tips on a variety of subjects of interest to you - enjoy!

October 2000 issue
Lead Feature
Working Moms and Guilt - Its almost automatic. If you're a working mom you'll probably be carrying loads of guilt - about being away for the best part of the day, for missing out on precious childhood memories and for being unable to guide your child in the best possible manner. But is there really any need for you to feel guilty at all? And more importantly, if you do feel guilty what can you do to feel better? Find out in this insightful article on the intricacies of being a working mom.

Pregnancy
labour pains - What they forgot to tell you about labour! - Actually there are lots of things they forgot to tell you about labour. All moms to be worry about delivery day - about how much it will pain, how will they know its time and will it all turn out well? Let us reassure you as we put together all the important stuff any new mom to be should know about one of the most important days in her life.

Parenting
Bridging the generation gap - Teenager strolls in at odd hours dressed in what grandparents consider highly unsuitable attire. Grandmother vocally disapproves of the lifestyle of her grandchildren. Is this scenario being played out in your family? Perhaps you are forced to be the mediator in a battle in which there are no winners, only losers. Increasingly urban Indian families are fighting, and sometimes losing, the battle of the generations. Don't lose hope however. Discover the way to peace through this article on bridging the gap.

Special Focus
Adoption, the hows and whys : Part IV - In this last issue of this series on Adoption we take a look at the psychological implications of adoption on the child and how and when to tell your child that she's adopted

Buyers Guide
Milk Additives - Each of us is concerned whether our children are getting enough nutrition. This makes us receptive to any product that aims at increasing the nutritional intake of our child - Milk additives are one of these. Find out how they help and the prices and features of the various brands in the market.

Celeb Mom
This week lets take inspiration from a very, very hardworking wonder moms - You! All moms are celebrities in their own right and this little piece will tell you why.

Reader's corner
This month an Indian mom living in Kuwait shares her experience of Bringing up Children Abroad.

Leisure Section
Your page as a woman. A sprinkling of jokes to get you in a relaxed mood, an easy and healthy recipe and small tips on a variety of subjects of interest to you - enjoy!

September 2000 issue

Lead Feature
Only child? - Is having a single child family a viable option? What are the advantages and disadvantages enjoyed by single children? Read on for a full analysis.

Pregnancy
Towards a drug free pregnancy- Last month we focused on the hazards to be avoided during pregnancy. Drugs and other allopathic medicines feature prominently in such lists. But what happens if you are ill and do need treatment? Find safe alternatives to drugs in this article on drug free treatment.

Parenting
Puberty : Part II - As we discussed in the last issue, puberty is a stressful time for the adolescent as well as his parents. This time we get down to the nitty gritty - what are the implications and possible methods of handling wet dreams, menses, masturbation etc. Don't miss this one, because you are definitely going to need this stuff!

Making music with children - Music is an integral part of all our lives whether we are aware of it or not. It has relation to our heart beats and our brain waves. Discover how to harness the enormous power of music in the lives of your children and introduce them to a more peaceful, productive and happier life.

Special Focus
Adoption, the hows and whys : Part III - In the last two issues we have taken an overall look at adoption and its implications, the procedures, documents and agencies of adoption. In this issue we'll be focusing on when and how to tell your child that she is adopted, as well as discussing the legal aspects of adoption in India.

Buyers Guide
Each of us spends hours on the net and are therefore always looking for the most efficient and cost-effective ISP. This month we will do a survey on the various packages being offered by the ISPs all over the country. We will also take a look at the Free Internet access provided by some companies - and see how 'free' are they!

Celeb Mom
While all moms are superwomen in their own right, there are some women who have made their mark as both a woman and a mom. We at Indian Moms celebrate such moms and take a look at what makes them special and unique. We guarantee that you will find reading about these moms not only absorbing but inspiring as well.

Reader's corner
In every issue we provide a forum for all of you moms to have your say on any topic. In the last two issue we highlighted Jeena's story which dealt with abortion and a look at monsoons from a mother's point of view. Find out what our readers are saying in this issue in Reader's Corner. (Why don't you write in about your experiences!)

Leisure Section
Your page as a woman. A sprinkling of jokes to get you in a relaxed mood, an easy and healthy recipe and small tips on a variety of subjects of interest to you - enjoy!

August 2000 issues

Lead Feature
All about Dads - father parenting - How often we forget all about the other half of the parental combo - the dad. In many homes the father is used more as a bogeyman as in, wait till your father finds out or don't disturb him or he'll get mad. Even otherwise, a father's role is not clear-cut especially in our still largely male dominated society. Explore the fascinating world of fathers as we take a look at this vital but often neglected aspect of parenting

Pregnancy
Pregnancy risks - Danger ahead! - We all know that certain substances and procedures are dangerous during pregnancy but all too often the knowledge is incomplete and fragmentary. And as in many other things in life a little knowledge in pregnancy also makes for many sleepless nights and a great deal of worry. That's why we're devoting an entire article to reassuring you by providing you with all you ever need to know on the hazards to be avoided when you're pregnant.

Parenting
Teaching a baby to talk - The rat race begins early for parents - which child smiled first, walked first, talked first …. and so on and so forth. For most parents the first word is the really important landmark and increasingly we tend to opt for nurture rather than leave it to nature in our rush to hear that magical first word. Here are a few tips then, for those of you who are still waiting for the magic to begin.

Hyper Parenting & child stress -The structured child - More and more parents are being pressurized to push their children into one class after another. After school there are tutorials, music classes, dance classes, hobby classes and sports coaching classes. Discover their impact on a child so that you can make an informed decision for yours.

Stages of puberty - Neither larva nor butterfly, neither child nor adult, puberty is a strange never-never land suspended somewhere in between. Though all of us have been through this stage, most of us may have difficulty in helping our children through their own puberty. Find out what your child needs to know at this most embarrassing and difficult period of his life, with this article on coping with puberty.

Special Focus
Adoption, the hows and whys : Part II - In the last issue we took an overall look at adoption and its implications. In Part 2 of our series on adoption, we will be focusing on the procedures, documents and agencies of adoption. So if you or anyone close to you is contemplating adoption - don't miss this issue!

Buyers Guide to Diapers
This month we're taking a look at the different kinds of Diapers in the market. Find out whether Huggies or Snuggies is the right choice baby!( Aha!)

celebrity moms
From this month onwards, we have something new for you. While all moms are superwomen in their own right, there are some women who have made their mark as both a woman and a mom. We at Indian Moms celebrate such moms and take a look at what makes them special and unique. We guarantee that you will find reading about these moms not only absorbing but inspiring as well.

Reader's corner
In every issue we provide a forum for all of you moms to have your say on any topic. In the last issue we highlighted Jeena's story which dealt with abortion. Find out what our readers are saying in this issue in Reader's Corner.

leisure activities
Your page as a woman. A sprinkling of jokes to get you in a relaxed mood, a little bit of gossip, the latest fashion news, an easy and healthy recipe and small tips on a variety of subjects of interest to you - enjoy!

July 2000 issues

Lead Feature
Working Mom Special - Getting more from your day: Tips on combining your home life and your work life smoothly and efficiently and on finding those precious extra minutes in the day.

Pregnancy
Preparing for pregnancy - Many parents-to-be don't know what precautions are needed or how a little careful planning, before conception, can ensure a healthy pregnancy and baby. Learn all about the pre-pregnancy factors in this article.

Facts about twins and multiple conceptions - How are twins formed? What are your chances at having twins? This article takes an in-depth look at this miracle of nature.

Parenting
Help your child cope with grief- Everyone faces bad times, loss of a loved person or pet at some time or the other. How can you help your child cope with loss of any kind? Find out in this article.