Parenting Advices

Puberty Isn’t Awkward When You Start Here

Puberty — the word alone can make both parents and children squirm. But the truth is, this phase doesn’t have to be a storm of embarrassment and confusion. In India, conversations around puberty are still largely whispered. According to a 2020 UNESCO report, 71% of Indian girls report not knowing Read More

Child Development

Anxious Kid? These 5 Calming Tools Could Change Everything

Anxiety in children is more common than most parents realize and often more silent. In India, around 7.3% of children aged 5–15 experience mental health disorders, with anxiety and depression being the most reported, according to a Lancet study. The pressures of academics, performance expectations, peer comparison, and more recently Read More

Parenting Advices

Before You Let Them on Instagram…Read This First

Instagram is where many kids want to be—scrolling through reels, sharing stories, and watching their favourite influencers. But for Indian parents, the decision to let children enter the world of social media, especially Instagram, comes with real concerns: exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, unrealistic beauty standards, and addictive scrolling habits. Read More

Child Development

Tired of the Blame Game? Teach Kids Accountability the Easy Way

Little ones often balk at “owning up” to mistakes. But learning responsibility is a crucial skill – and it doesn’t require shaming or threats. In fact, overprotective parenting (sometimes called “snowplow parenting”) teaches children to dodge accountability: parents keep shielding kids from consequences instead of letting them learn independence. To Read More

Schooling

Homeschool or Traditional School? The Answer Might Surprise You!

The debate between homeschooling and traditional school can stir strong opinions. In reality, the surprising truth is that neither choice is a “one-size-fits-all” solution – both have strengths, and the best fit depends on the child’s needs.  Why do families choose homeschool? Surveys show a variety of reasons. The most Read More