Frogster Chronicles

Why Time Abroad Sets the Scene for Creation A spermatozoid, an egg, and a frog walk into a resort… There’s a saying that surfaces with a wink and a cocktail in hand: “Babies are made best on vacation.” And if life is already a permanent vacation, this post can be happily disregarded. But for those whose days revolve around schedules, routines, and the reliable click of a calendar notification, there’s merit in the idea that stepping out of the everyday creates the ideal conditions for making… a merge of a spermstosoid and an egg. I. Stress Goes in the Trunk Stress is a well-known saboteur of physical and emotional balance. It messes with hormones, dulls desire, and can throw timing entirely out of rhythm. But when the daily strain is packed away—when the mind loosens and breath deepens—bodies start syncing in curious, quiet ways. Time abroad, whether in a villa, tent, or guesthouse, offers this rare gift of decompression, making space for biology to do what it does best. ...

Watching a baby discover the world is one of the most magical parts of parenthood — especially seeing their vision sharpen month by month. But what can a baby actually see in those early days? and how can they interact? 🌑 0–1 Month: Seeing Shadows & Shapes What they see: – Very blurry vision (like looking through frosted glass). – Can only see 20-30 cm away — just enough to see your face during feedings! – High contrast is key: black, white, and bold shapes are easiest to detect. Play tip: 🖤 Use black-and-white toys, bold books, and patterned mobiles. 👀 Let your baby study the face closely during cuddle time — they love it. 🎯 2 Months: Starting to Focus What they see: – Faces become more recognizable. – Eyes begin working together to track slow movements. – Red and green hues may become noticeable. Play tip: 🎈 Slowly move a toy from side to side — your baby might follow it! 🖼 Hang a few colorful images within arm's reach of their crib. 😍 3 Months: Hel...

Gut Health, and Colics  For centuries, kombucha — a naturally fermented tea — has been celebrated for its tangy flavor and probiotic benefits. In recent years, science has begun to uncover how the living cultures in kombucha may help balance gut bacteria, a key player in digestion, immunity, and overall well-being. For expectant and new mothers, gut health is not just personal — it can influence their baby’s microbiome too, through pregnancy, birth, and even breastfeeding. A healthy balance of gut bacteria in mothers can support better digestion for infants, potentially easing common discomforts such as colic. Its probiotics and organic acids could play a gentle role in restoring microbial balance, supporting both mother and child from the inside out. 🌱 What is Kombucha? Kombucha is a fermented tea drink made with sweet tea and a SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria and Yeast). It becomes fizzy and tart with good bacteria, natural probiotics and acids that suppo...