Ajwain/Carom seeds/Omam/ thymol seeds/ bishops weed is a famous Indian spice which is used for medicinal purposes to heal digestive disorders, chronic constipation, colic symptoms and relieve cold, cough & congestion in babies, toddlers, kids, and even adults.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF AJWAIN FOR BABIES, TODDLERS, AND KIDS:
Ajwain is highly beneficial in treating repository problems like cold symptoms and chest congestion by inhaling the seeds or when taken as ajwain water.
Efficient in treating asthma in children.
Helps in treating digestive issues like stomach ache, gas, flatulence, acidity, etc.
Enhances appetite
Treats chronic constipation in babies or toddlers by acting as a laxative.
Ajwain relieves colic symptoms in babies.

WHEN TO INTRODUCE AJWAIN FOR BABIES:
Ajwain seeds can be included in babies diet from 8 months. When you start, you can give as ajwain water. Once the baby begins eating all family food, you can gradually include other ajwain recipes such as ajwain paratha, ajwain puri, etc.

HOW TO SELECT AJWAINS :
Always choose organic ajwain seeds which are husk free and no chemicals.

HOW MUCH AMOUNT OF AJWAIN WATER CAN BE GIVEN TO BABIES:
For babies below one year, when you introduce ajwain water, feed only 2-3 tsp per day at the maximum. Gradually increase the quantity to 2-3 tbsp. Also, it’s recommended to give ajwain water only 2-3 times a week for babies aged less than a year.
For babies above one year, you can give 1/4 cup per day. Also, it’s recommended giving ajwain water only 3-4 times a week.

Here is the detailed post for preparing ajwain water :

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