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[quote=Anonymous]I took my twins to India when they were 4 months old, we stayed there for 1 year with my family. Here are some of the things to keep in mind:

1. When visiting India, it matters which city/town you are visiting. The reason I say this is; my parents live in Delhi (that's where I stayed), we have everything available from wipes to diapers to rash creams to baby food etc (foreign as well as Indian brands). Make your plans once you know how big is the city you will be staying in (I am sure your husband can guide). Having said that, it would be a good idea to pack 20 - 30 days of supplies (diapers/wipes/baby food, cereal etc) so that while you all are settling down and trying to locate a super market you don't get stressed. If the city you are visiting is small, then do take your supplies such as diapers, rash cream, formula, Advil/Tylenol for the little one and other baby products you use on a regular basis. Do remember to pack sunscreen, India is hot in summers. Light cotton clothing is your best friend in summers.

2. As previous posters mentioned, every middle class family in India has a water purifier. I took extra precaution and boiled the water from the purifier for my kids use. Please do carry your own boiled water everywhere (I DO NOT TRUST BOTTLED WATER IN INDIA, too many tampering issues).

3. Your baby can eat regular Indian food which is not spicy e.g boiled rice with yogurt, boiled rice with lentils, fruit purees made from fresh fruit, fresh fruit chunks, cracked wheat porridge etc, plenty of cereals, oatmeal available in big-medium sized cities. There are tons of healthy, fresh food options available, typical Indian diet is simple but much superior because it's cooked fresh and from scratch.

4. Some really good baby stores are Mother care (I bought playback from there) Mom and Me, Chiccos, Benetton, Kids Planet (I am sure many more good ones I didn't frequent or can't remember). Mom and me carries everything from diapers to special detergents for kids clothes and bottles, bottle washing liquids (American brands) and what not.

5. My kids did not get sick even once, but I am not someone who takes kids to malls or other super busy places very often ( not at all before 6 months).

6. Finally - You are visiting family, I am sure they are very and are looking forward to your visit, Indians in general tend to be emotional and hugging types, even if you are not just go with the flow. You seem like a good person, make your plans/preparations but also keep an open mind and have a ton of fun. You will do just fine.

Hugs.[/quote]

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