Qualities of a Good Wife

Every married man wishes to have a good wife. Many people advise the new bride to be a good wife to her husband. But what are the makings of a good or perfect wife? Many of women do not know about it. Most of these qualities of a good wife are already inbuilt in a woman and the rest can be developed.

In India the qualities of a good wife or six noble virtues an ideal wife should have are summed up in the verse from Neethisaram.

'Karyeshu Dasi, Karaneshu Manthri; Bhojeshu Mata, Shayaneshu Rambha, Roopeshu lakshmi, Kshamayeshu Dharitri, Shat dharmayukta, Kuladharma Pathni'


Given below are some tips on being a good wife.

How to be a Good Wife? Keeping the Man Happy

I am a film believer of ‘what you give is what you get in return’ as far as human behavior is concerned. If you are a good wife to your Husband and treat him right, he would cherish you, love you and nurture you in return.

Want to know how to keep your Husband happy? Here are some of the Qualities a man looks in his wife.

1. Be pleasant: It is said that 'we need to treat others the way we want ourselves to be treated’. Never be rude to our husband, family and friends. Be warm, kind, positive, understanding and friendly. Work to be pleasant toward your husband. Don’t be one of those people who make everyone around feel bad just because they have had a hard day. Welcome your husband with a smile when he comes home instead of a sour face. A good wife honors her hubby by keeping a pleasant tone in her voice, a happy smile on her face and a neat and clean appearance. Listen to him talk about his day especially if it was a difficult one. If you don't like how you partner treats you, take a minute to notice how you treat your partner and correct your behavior.

2. Treat your Husband with Respect: If you expect respect from others we need to treat others with respect too. Haven’t we all heard ‘Give respect and take respect’? Respect can be reflected in the way one talks and behaves. Always speak in a loving way and refrain from speaking in a harsh manner. A good wife respects her hubby and she never chooses to belittle strike, humiliate or otherwise harm him in private nor in public. It is better to watch what you say and think before speaking as it is not possible to take back the words once they are said. A good wife will treat her man with respect in front of others and at home.

3. Communicate: Communication is the key to a good and solid marriage. Do not hide things from your husband or keep secrets after marriage. Be honest to him. Find time to sit and talk with your husband on a daily basis even if it is for only half an hour. If you let things bottle up and feel that you cannot share with your husband anything then your marriage is in trouble. Be a good listener when your husband is talking. You may have a dozen important things to tell him but allow him to talk first. Don't greet him with complaints and problems the moment he comes back from work. Good Communication also helps to build trust and strengthen your relationship. After marriage the wife and husband are a team or partners. Do not take any major decisions about the family without consulting with husband. Fights or problems may happen in between the two but do not let the world know about it rather solve it between yourselves. The fight you had last week over shopping or whatever is over and done with. So move on with it and stop rehashing old stuff and reminding him of his faults. Do not resort to name calling, hitting, spitting, breaking dishes or anything else when you lose your temper. If you do he may actually start to fall out of love with you and you could lose him all together.

4. Be Supportive: A husband expects wife’s support and understanding especially in times of troubles. A good wife loves her hubby through his successes and failures and provides reassurance when he's feeling down. She is a nurturer and an equal partner in the marriage. Support your husband in all stages of his career and life. Do not belittle your man or hurt his ego. It is often heard saying that ‘a wife can make a man or break a man’. There’s no quicker way to build resentment in your man than to criticize him or belittle him especially in front of others. Be proud of him on his accomplishments and genuinely complement him. If you do this you can expect your husband to behave with you in the same manner and also respect you more for your support and thoughtfulness. When you don’t agree with him respectfully let him know you don’t agree.

5. Do not nag: No man would like a nagging wife. If you want to get your own way ask him nicely. Many wives think that is the only way to get her husband to do things is by nagging. But the truth is that your nagging can create unwanted rift or can make things worse between the two of you. Your husband is a grown man with his own thoughts and desires. Just because you think he should be doing something particular doesn't mean he has to do it.

6. Give him his space: As a wife you need to understand that your husband has a life other than you also. He has his family, friends and colleagues who too are part of his life. He also may have some hobbies or passions he is involved in. Don’t expect his undivided attention. Don’t stop him if he wants to go out and hang out with his friends sometimes or engage in a hobby or sport that he likes. An interfering wife can sometimes be too irritating.

7. Keep him happy in Bed: Sexual intimacy is one of the most essential things in any marriage. When you please your man, he would be obliged to please you too. Please your man in bed. If you cannot keep your man happy in Bed he may go where he can get it. After all, a Man is a man! According to research, the major reason why men cheat is mostly physical whereas for a woman it is emotional.

8. Plan Surprises: Men like surprises too. It can be anything like organizing his birthday party without him knowing about it or planning a special night of passion by playing a seductress. Your surprises do not have to be elaborate and can be as simple as making him his favorite snack or any of his favorite dishes once in a while even if you would rather eat something else.

9. Express your love and appreciation often: Men likes praises and appreciation. Make the best of your time together. Men like to hear the words ‘I love you’ too. Also join him in activities that he's interested in even though you would have preferred to do something else. Give him a thoughtful gift once in a while. Make it a point never to forget the special days in his life. Pamper him very often, especially when he is at home. You can even cook for him or give him a good massage. Making him dependent on you by doing his chores when he is at home is not a bad idea. Let him miss you and think about you when you are not around. These gestures won’t go unnoticed and it may even inspire him to do something nice for you. Don't withhold affection.

10. Honesty, Loyalty and Dedication: A good wife would be honest, loyal and dedicated to her husband. Marriage is a lifelong commitment and the vows you have taken at the time of marriage should be kept in all conditions.

11. Prepare yourself: A good wife honors her hubby by keeping a pleasant tone in her voice, a happy smile on her face and a neat and clean appearance. Take special care about your appearance and every day. Include exercises or yoga in your daily routine. Be hygienic. Some woman feel that once they are married why they should dress up or take care of their appearance. A man likes his wife to smell good. If you are unhealthy or not presentable your man may cheat you behind your back.

12. Prepare the House: Maintain a clean house all the time. Clear away the clutter and spend time decorating the house. Apart from this be wise with money and take all the responsibilities of a wife seriously without complaining.

Do you want a Good Husband who would love you and cherish you? Then treat him exactly the way you want him to treat you. If you want your Husband to treat you like a Queen, you should treat him like a King. In this modern world where most Wives also work the above advice may not be fully practical. But at least some efforts can be put to put these tips into practice. If you are working, you may keep a maid for doing the household chores of cooking, cleaning etc.

I am sure any man would be happy to get a good wife with all the above said qualities. Anyways, I have some advice for Men who were overjoyed seeing this Hub. Marriage is a two sided relationship and you have to play your role too in a perfect manner if you expect your wife to be an ideal one

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Unusual Things That Make Women Infertile

Getting pregnant without any hassles is a rare delight these days. It seems 6 out of 10 couples have some or the other variety of infertility problems. Stress is of course the biggest killer when it comes to infertility among women. But other problems, both big and small continue to haunt couples who want to conceive.

Some of these problems are trivial but they can delay your conception by years. In fact, most doctors suggests that a couple should start trying at least 2 years before they actually want a baby so that all the problems about how to conceive can be sorted out. Here are some of the most unusual things that can cause minor infertility problems for women.

Chocolates: Did you know that many chocolates contain caffeine? That is what makes chocolates so addictive. Caffeine as we all know is very harmful for a woman who is trying to conceive. In fact, some commercially produced chocolates even contain molten plastic to retain the glaze on them! If you are an cocoa-lover then you must curb your addiction when you are trying to conceive.

Travelling On Two-Wheelers: Strenuous travelling really makes your womb go soft. Especially travelling on two-wheelers can be really bad for women who are trying to get pregnant. A bumpy ride is something you should avoid if you want to know how to get pregnant quickly. Try to minimise travel by road or work from home if possible.

Dental Problems: Pregnant women are usually prone to dental problems because a lot of calcium gets drained from their body. However, even women who have gum infections or diseases can have delayed chances of conception. Women face infertility problems on many accounts; your gums being one of them. You should start taking better care of your gums if you have baby on the cards.

Obese Mother: Infertility in women who are obese is a matter of common knowledge. However, if your mother was obese, then your chances of conception can be affected. Hormonal activity of energy balance and metabolism is low in obese women. Ghrelin is one such hormone that also has reproductive functions. If the levels of this hormone was low in your mother, it might reduce your chances of conception.

Antioxidants In Your Beauty Cream: Normally, we look at antioxidants as very healthy substances that remove toxins from the body. However, when it comes to getting pregnant, antioxidants have some side effects. All women use face creams and it contains anti-ageing antioxidants. According to a study by Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), this can cause infertility in women as the antioxidants neutralise the reactive oxygen molecules.

These are some of the most bizarre causes of infertility in women. Are you threatened by any of these?

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Diet for Pregnant Women

A well balanced diet is more important for pregnant women, because it serve the needs of both the mother and baby in the womb. A nutritious diet should have enough proteins, fats, carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins. A pregnant woman requires around 300 k cal energy per day. Pregnancy is measured in trimesters; in first trimester the baby growth will be very less as a result there is no significant weight gain. Where as in second and third trimester growth is fast and weight gain by 5 kg at each trimester. If they ignore diet leads birth weight defects of the baby.

• Folic acid Supplements 400mg per day, helps to prevent neural tube defects in the new born; rich source of folic acid include orange juice, cereals, spinach, bread and legumes are also good sources of folic acid.
• Iron Supplements helps to increase amount of blood and sources include potatoes, dates, broccoli, leafy green vegetables, whole grain breads and cereals.
• Calcium Supplements helps for the development of bones and teeth of baby, sources include milk, cheese and green vegetables.
• Protein Supplements helps for growth of new cells and replacement of old cells, sources include meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, milk, eggs and nuts.
• Water carries the nutrients to the baby and prevents constipation, hemorrhoids, excessive swelling, and urinary tract infections.
• Vegetables including carrots, broccoli, cabbage, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, spinach, green leafy vegetables, tomatoes and red sweet pepper; they provide vitamins A and C , minerals and fiber which helps to relieve constipation during pregnancy.
• Fruits including melon, mangoes, bananas, apricots, oranges and apples provide vitamin C helps to build a strong placenta.
• Nuts, cereals including oats, beans, peas and pulses etc provide fiber helps to avoid piles.
• Dairy products including milk, cheese, yogurt and meat, poultry provide protein.

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Aloe Vera - A Natural Medicine

Aloe vera is a natural medicine for cancer, cholesterol, diabetes, inflammation, kidney stones and other health conditions.

Aloe-vera Miracles

1. Halts the growth of cancer tumors.
2. Lowers high cholesterol.
3. Repairs "sludge blood" and reverses "sticky blood".
4. Boosts the oxygenation of your blood.
5. Eases inflammation and soothes arthritis pain.
6. Protects the body from oxidative stress.
7. Prevents kidney stones and protects the body from oxalates in coffee and tea.
8. Alkalizes the body, helping to balance overly acidic dietary habits.
9. Cures ulcers, IBS, Crohn's disease and other digestive disorders.
10. Reduces high blood pressure natural, by treating the cause, not just the symptoms.
11. Nourishes the body with minerals, vitamins, enzymes and glyconutrients.
12. Accelerates healing from physical burns and radiation burns.
13. Replaces dozens of first aid products, makes bandages and antibacterial sprays obsolete.
14. Halts colon cancer, heals the intestines and lubricates the digestive tract.
15. Ends constipation.
16. Stabilizes blood sugar and reduces triglycerides in diabetics.
17. Prevents and treats candida infections.
18. Protects the kidneys from disease.
19. Functions as nature's own "sports drink" for electrolyte balance, making common sports drinks obsolete.
20. Boosts cardiovascular performance and physical endurance.
21. Speeds recovery from injury or physical exertion.
22. Hydrates the skin, accelerates skin repair

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Beautiful Natural Life Paintings

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