As a new parent, it is but obvious for one to be doubly sure that they want the safest things for their baby. Trust me, as a new parent I had the doubts too. Armed with about a dozen details about the do’s and don’ts about vaccination, I decided that I needed to be clear […]
8 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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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!
“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
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
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
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 […]