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8 Tips to Help Kids Adjust to Changing Schools

March 5, 2020 By: Pratibha2 Comments

Tips to Help Kids Adjust to Changing Schools

Change. One small word that can trigger feelings of excitement, anxiety and fear – all at the same time. Whether fortunate or unfortunate, change is something no one can escape! We tend to have this innate resistance to change, whether it’s a job, relationship or home – even if we know that the change will […]

7 Simple Tips for Postpartum Weight Loss

January 27, 2020 By: Pratibha2 Comments

Simple Tips for Postpartum Weight Loss

For most first-time Moms, pregnancy is a beautiful, exciting time, where you enjoy all the extra attention while eagerly waiting to see your little one. But once the baby is out, you find that your world has turned upside down! It’s quite chaotic, and as joyful as it is, caring for a newborn takes a […]

5 morning rituals that can make you happy

September 30, 2019 By: Pratibha6 Comments

How Intentional Living can Change your Life

In my life I have encountered two types of people; the morning people, and  the not-morning people. I oscillate between these types of people most of the times. On some days, you’ll find me energized at 4 am in the morning, beavering away at work, getting my to-do list in order and checking them off […]

7 Must Have Breastfeeding Products for new mums

August 4, 2019 By: Pratibha1 Comment

Must Have Breastfeeding Products

As a new mum there are some must have breastfeeding products that you should invest in. These will make your breastfeeding journey a lot easier than you can imagine. There are plenty of must have breastfeeding products, supplies, and accessories that are available in the market and trust me, these will help a new mum […]

9 Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms to Stay Comfortable in Any Situation

August 1, 2019 By: Pratibha2 Comments

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There are some things in life that you’ll never understand until you experience it yourself, and motherhood is quite likely at the top of the list. Even mothers-to-be have no idea about the immense changes right around the corner, and no number of parenting books can help! It is only once you become a mother […]

Parents as nutrition role models for their kids; are you doing your job right?

July 31, 2019 By: Pratibha1 Comment

Parents as nutrition role models for their kids

Did you ever realize that you could be the role model for your child’s nutrition? It’s a hectic life; I know. There are days when I have no clue when my day starts and when it ends. I am guilty of surviving on endless cups of coffee when I am drowned in my work. But […]

Review of A to Z of Parenting Twins

June 17, 2019 By: Pratibhacomment

A to Z of Parenting Twins

I met Charu over a year ago at a media event. The one thing that struck a chord was that we were moms to twins! There is a certain bonding that happens when you are a mom to twins. You know you end up talking about those endless nights, while you tiptoed around the room […]

Eco-baby care & green parenting

May 16, 2019 By: Pratibha1 Comment

Eco-baby care & green parenting

Being a parent is an incredible feeling, but bringing up twins was something I was unprepared for.  While the excitement of nurturing new lives was there, so was anxiety and challenges that I had to face as a new mother. To be able to bond with the babies, to be able to take time out […]

How a WhatsApp rumour spoilt my medicine cabinet

January 17, 2019 By: Pratibha12 Comments

Being a mom and caregiver is not easy. You are not only responsible for everyone’s well-being but also have to be an able knight, keeping your ears and eyes open for information and news especially when it pertains to medicines and their efficacy. One morning, when my phone refused to stop buzzing, I opened it […]

How to use Essential Oils for Kids

September 3, 2018 By: Pratibha1 Comment

When you’re a parent, your child’s health generally takes priority over your own – at least in the case of most parents I know! You’d gladly eat two-day old food from the fridge than give it to your child. You check the temperature of the bath water with your bare hands before putting your child […]

What is helicopter parenting? And how you can avoid it!

August 3, 2018 By: Pratibha2 Comments

“Be the parent today that you want your kids to remember tomorrow.” Whenever I went to the school for an event, a neatly laid out table, displaying the best project works from my boy’s batch were displayed. Eager kids nudged their parents who had a look that would shame the parent like me. My kids […]

How to overcome the fear of math

July 10, 2018 By: Pratibhacomment

My fear of Math probably stems from the fact that we had really strict teachers who had zero tolerance towards anyone who did not understand a concept right. Let alone clear a doubt, submitting the homework was a task. Truth be told, I am one of those people who still has that nightmare about turning […]

How to Raise a Non Violent Child

March 30, 2018 By: Pratibha2 Comments

Ways to Raise a Happy Child

We all are familiar with that one person we’ve crossed our paths with at some point of time. The bully who is always picking on someone less powerful, the one who knows how to be brutal. Violence, particularly among children has been in the recent media attention. Yes, kids can be brutal and we are crying […]

6 ways to keep your emotional balance in your pregnancy

March 22, 2018 By: Pratibha15 Comments

Pregnancy brings with it a flurry of emotions. With the tiny life developing inside you, it is but natural to take that extra precaution. Stress is one of the most common triggers in pregnancy that oscillates moods. While everyday stress is a part of our lives, it is important to keep those levels on the […]

How to Raise a Successful Child

February 28, 2018 By: Pratibhacomment

How to Raise a Successful Child

How does your child define success? Do you let them define what success should be according to you? If you asked your child what success means, you’ll probably hear a different story. In a recent survey of school children, aged between 5 and 16, it was found that most children believe the secret to being […]

Anger Management Strategies for Parents

January 28, 2018 By: Pratibha1 Comment

Anger Management Strategies for Parents

Do you lose your cool every time your child answers back or turns up the TV volume? While feeling angry is absolutely normal, reacting angrily can have a lasting effect on your children. Studies show that parents who frequently lose their tempers raise children who are less empathetic, more depressed and more aggressive. They could […]

9 Ways To Teach Your Kids Gratitude

January 8, 2018 By: Pratibha1 Comment

ways to choose happiness now

The last time my husband got home from his travels, he handed over a packet of their favorite chocolates to the boys. They waited expectantly as he was unpacking, hoping for more goodies to be passed on. When he mentioned that he had absolutely no time to shop during this trip, their smile turned into […]

Parent Circle: 7 Ways to Raise a Happy Child

August 27, 2017 By: Pratibha2 Comments

Ways to Raise a Happy Child

As parents, one of our aims is to ensure that our children are happy. We want them to grow up to love and be loved, to follow their dreams and be successful in all that they do. But how would you judge whether your primary schooler is happy? Just answer these questions with a Yes […]

Elephant Journal: 10 ways to choose happiness now

August 15, 2017 By: Pratibha2 Comments

ways to choose happiness now

Happiness is not a one-time achievement, it takes constant effort. When was the last time you felt truly happy? When was the last time you noticed yourself smiling for no reason? When was the last time your heart was full of gratitude and bliss? When was the last time you chose to let go and be truly happy? […]

Parent Circle: How to Raise Self-reliant Children

July 30, 2017 By: Pratibha3 Comments

How to Raise Self-reliant Children

The most beautiful sight in the world is a child going confidently down the road of life after you have shown the way.” – Confucius  A year ago, my husband and I made a list of chores that our 6-year-old twin boys could do at home. Each chore had a price assigned to it that […]

Elephant Journal: 7 ways to choose happiness

July 7, 2017 By: Pratibha6 Comments

ways to choose happiness

“Happiness always looks small while you hold it in your hands, but let it go and you learn at once how big and precious it is.” Happiness is a constant effort. Its not like those crests and troughs of life! There are many ways to choose happiness and abundance in your life, but the question […]

Parent Circle: 5 Tips for Raising a Good Child

June 23, 2017 By: Pratibha3 Comments

Tips for Raising a Good Child

When I was expecting my twins, I had two goals in mind – one was to raise healthy children and the second was to raise good children. I knew that if I got these two aspects right, the rest would fall in place. But, once my children started growing up, went to school, faced the […]

Parent Circle: All You Need To Know About The Soft Spots On Your Baby’s Head

June 12, 2017 By: Pratibhacomment

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When I became a mother to my twin boys, all my joys and worries were doubled! When I discovered the soft spots on their heads, my worries grew further. Because they were premature and small, I didn’t want to touch the spots even accidentally lest I cause them injury. Advice from a good doctor helped […]

Parent Circle: 5 tips to raise an environmentally-friendly child

April 22, 2017 By: Pratibhacomment

What are some of the tips to raise an environmentally-friendly child? Really, raising an environmentally-friendly child is not very difficult. The rate at which our resources are dwindling should be enough motivation for us to teach the present generation the importance of protecting the environment. Not just for today, but for posterity. One of the […]

10 ways to love yourself

March 8, 2017 By: Pratibha4 Comments

“To be beautiful means to be yourself. You don’t need to be accepted by others. You need to accept yourself.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh To love and accept yourself is probably one of the most difficult tasks in life. When was the last time you looked into the mirror and smiled at yourself instead of focusing […]

6 ways to connect with yourself

January 2, 2017 By: Pratibha9 Comments

connect with yourself

Connect with yourself, it would make you feel better. You’ve probably heard this statement a zillion times, but have you ever stopped and thought about how and why you can connect with yourself? Connecting with yourself is something that you should be aware of and must be doing on a daily basis. What does it […]

Monsoon Yoga: Boost your immunity with these asanas

August 1, 2016 By: Pratibha1 Comment

Monsoon is more than just rains. It’s also a season that is rampant with illness that lowers your immunity levels. Apart from using natural techniques to keep you home clean and bug free, it is also important to get the required exercise to stay fit.  Experts recommend simple monsoon yoga asanas to keep your immunity […]

7 tips to be happy

February 15, 2016 By: Pratibhacomment

7 tips to be happy

We’ve all been on that journey to seek happiness. Meditation, running, decluttering, exercising are some of the quests we’ve undertaken to seek happiness. To each his own. Everyone has their own tips to be happy. If you are conscious enough you will notice that happiness can come in different forms and in different ways, however […]

Elephant Journal: 100 days of happiness

March 26, 2015 By: Pratibha3 Comments

  Let me start off by saying that I used to be one of those people who loved to count the negativity more than the blessings. It was so easy to recollect the negative things and dismissing the positive ones as a stroke of luck! What did it get me? Yes, it just got more moments […]

Elephant Journal: 8 ways to love yourself

February 14, 2015 By: Pratibhacomment

ways to love yourself

No one is going to love us if we don’t love ourselves. We all have days of feeling low, unappreciated, super crappy and just awful. I have been there, felt low and utterly miserable. In this fast paced life, we tend to lose connection with our inner soul. The feeling of happiness and gratitude takes a back seat and […]

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