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I remember when Saif was a baby, the pediatrician had…

“I remember when Saif was a baby, the pediatrician had recommended that we give him orange juice to drink, but my mother said he was too small to be able to digest it and that I should dilute it with some water. I didn't listen and Saif had a tummy-ache. I guess mothers do sometimes know best and…” quote by Sharmila Tagore
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“I remember when Saif was a baby, the pediatrician had recommended that we give him orange juice to drink, but my mother said he was too small to be able to digest it and that I should dilute it with some water. I didn't listen and Saif had a tummy-ache. I guess mothers do sometimes know best and it's also the experience that counts.”

Sharmila Tagore

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A mother’s intuition about a child’s needs can be wiser than professional advice.

In simple terms: Mothers often know what’s best for their children.

Key Takeaway

Trust parental instincts while consulting experts.

Themes

parenting intuition healthcare

Mood

thoughtful practical

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • hospital recommendations
  • dietary choices
  • childcare
  • family dynamics

Key Concepts

child development trust decision‑making

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you override a professional recommendation?
  • How do you balance intuition and expertise?
A Different Perspective

Medical advice is based on general data, not individual nuances.

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