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What Is Permissive Parenting?

June 30, 2018

Permissive parenting, also known as indulgent parenting, is a parenting style characterized by high rates of responsiveness but few demands. The parents tend to be lenient and avoid confrontation with their children. In permissive parenting, the parent and the child exhibit a friendly relationship, and love is the backbone ingredient. Parents tend to be closer

Prebiotics and Probiotics Ensure Infant Growth and Promote Gut Health

June 30, 2018

Research Findings

Breastfed infants are better protected against infections than formula-fed infants. Why? Because breast milk stimulates the development of bifidobacteria in the baby’s gut, and this bifidobacterium-rich microbiota has an important immunoprotective effect. New infant formulas attempt to incorporate some of the beneficial properties of breast milk. This includes the addition of prebiotics and probiotics, which