The last laps and my survival kit.

There is no way around it folks, the next few weeks, nay months, will be all about baby. I cannot help it. It is such an all consuming life event. I once thought that nothing could be more consuming than taking the post- training exams. Boy! this is waaaay bigger. Anyhoo, I digress (like always)....

Ma Wednesday- The stretch-marks ballyhoo!

Currently, about half a dozen of my friends, cousins and colleagues are pregnant. Invariably, almost every single one of them asks me two questions. How did I keep unnecessary weight gain at bay? How did/ do I deal with stretch marks?  Honestly, the answer to both questions is- I am not sure! I did not...

Ma Wednesday- Lotions and potions for a time- strapped, working Mama!

So, a couple of weeks or so have passed since I told you folks how uncool I am (or was) when it comes to skincare. (Read here) Knowing all too well that they are no miracle cures or magical potions that medically/ scientifically make any sense, I still decided to go ahead and make an...

The Ladies Lounge! Make-up for a couple of big, fat, Mallu weddings!/ What’s in my make-up bag?

I despise packing. There was a time when I made lists. When I packed a week in advance. Now, there are no lists. A day before I leave, I throw random things into a suitcase. Of course, this does not mean I am careless or unorganized. There is a definite method to my presumed madness....