Dr. Neelam Mohan

08/08/2026

07/08/2026

Empower the Girl. Protect the Future. 💗

Breastfeeding education doesn’t begin in the maternity ward
it begins with awareness, education, and empowerment long before pregnancy.

When girls grow up understanding the importance of breastfeeding, they become confident women, informed mothers, and advocates for healthier families. By promoting breastfeeding education in schools, colleges, and communities, we invest in healthier children, stronger families, and a brighter future for generations to come.

Every conversation, every lesson, and every informed choice creates a lasting impact.

Educate a girl today. Nurture a healthier generation tomorrow. 🌸


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07/08/2026

What if one simple bedtime habit could improve your child's mood, learning, immunity, and overall health?

The quality of your child's sleep plays a much bigger role than most parents realize. Consistent routines and healthy sleep habits can positively influence growth, behaviour, and brain development.

A healthy childhood begins with healthy sleep.

06/08/2026

It was indeed a privilege to participate in the excellent brainstorming session on “Reimagining ICDS for the Future – Steps Towards Viksit Bharat” at NITI Aayog.

The 3.5-hour deliberation was highly enriching, with the active participation of Dr. M. Srinivas, Member, NITI Aayog, Shri Anil Malik, Secretary, Ministry of Women & Child Development, Shri Radhika Jha , the Joint Secretary, Ministry of Women & Child Development, senior officials from the Ministry, and experts from across the country.

It was an honour to contribute to these discussions as we collectively work towards reimagining ICDS and building a healthier, stronger India in line with the vision of Viksit Bharat.

06/08/2026

Reimagining ICDS for a Future-Ready India.

Honoured to be part of the high-level Roundtable on “Reimagining ICDS for the Future”, convened by NITI Aayog and chaired by Dr. M. Srinivas, Member, NITI Aayog.

The discussions brought together leaders and experts to deliberate on strengthening ICDS through better nutrition, early childhood development, empowered Anganwadi Centres, stronger frontline services, technology, convergence and meaningful community participation.

Building a healthier and stronger India begins with investing in our children, mothers and communities today.

06/08/2026

Breastfeeding is not a mother’s responsibility alone. 🤍
When fathers, grandparents, healthcare professionals, employers and families come together with the right support, mothers are more likely to breastfeed successfully and babies get a healthier start in life.

Let’s support the mother, so we can nourish the baby.


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06/08/2026

We often ask our children, "Have you finished your homework?" But how often do we ask, "Did you sleep well?"

Good sleep is just as important as nutrition and physical activity. It supports healthy brain development, strengthens immunity, improves learning, and promotes emotional well-being. Unfortunately, sleep is often the first thing sacrificed in today's busy schedules.

Healthy habits begin with healthy sleep. Giving children enough rest is one of the simplest investments we can make in their future.

Because every healthy day begins with a good night's sleep.

05/08/2026

For a preterm baby, every drop of breast milk matters.

Preterm and low-birth-weight babies are more vulnerable to infections and complications. Mother’s milk provides important nutrition and immune protection, while Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) — skin-to-skin contact — can support feeding, growth and overall outcomes.

✓ Breast milk supports healthy growth and development.
✓ Helps protect against serious infections.
✓ Expressed breast milk can be given when direct breastfeeding isn’t possible.
✓ KMC + breastfeeding support can help babies thrive.

Every drop counts. Every moment of support matters. 💗


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05/08/2026

If your baby is born premature, breast milk becomes even more important.

Preterm babies are more vulnerable to infections and complications, making mother’s milk especially valuable for their health and development.

✓ If a baby cannot breastfeed immediately, expressed breast milk can still be safely given.

🤱 Kangaroo Mother Care (skin-to-skin contact) + support from healthcare professionals can help the baby gradually learn to breastfeed.

🛡️ Mother’s milk can help reduce the risk of serious infections and complications while supporting healthy long-term development.

For a premature baby, breast milk is more than food. It is essential care.


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