1. In many villages, people accuse women for giving birth to a girl child instead of a male child. Do you think they are scientifically correct?

Answer. No, this belief is not scientifically correct at all. The biological sex of a baby is determined by chromosomes, and it is the father’s sperm that decides whether the child will be a boy or a girl.

Here’s the simple science:

• Every egg from the mother carries an X chromosome.
• A sperm from the father can carry either an X or a Y chromosome.
• If the sperm carrying an X chromosome fertilizes the egg (XX), the baby will be a girl.
• If the sperm carrying a Y chromosome fertilizes the egg (XY), the baby will be a boy.

So, blaming the mother is both unfair and scientifically wrong. The sex of the child depends entirely on the type of sperm from the father that fertilizes the mother’s egg.

2. It is always advisable to feed a baby on mother’s milk rather than powdered milk. Can you tell why?

Answer.Yes, mother’s milk is the best food for a newborn, and doctors strongly recommend it. Here’s why it’s so beneficial:

• Perfect Nutrition: Breast milk contains the ideal balance of nutrients that a baby needs to grow and develop. It’s easily digested and perfectly tailored for a human infant.
• Stronger Immunity: It is rich in antibodies and white blood cells that help protect the baby from infections, allergies, and diseases. It’s like a baby’s first vaccine.
• Bonding and Comfort: Breastfeeding creates a strong emotional bond between the mother and the baby, providing warmth, comfort, and a sense of security.
• Healthier for the Mother: It helps the mother’s body recover after childbirth and can lower her risk for certain diseases like breast and ovarian cancer.

While powdered milk is a helpful alternative when breastfeeding isn’t possible, it cannot fully replicate the unique health and developmental benefits of a mother’s own milk.