Managing Parent Burnout: Strategies for Working Mothers & Fathers in Urban India
Parenting in urban India presents unique challenges for working mothers and fathers. Juggling professional responsibilities, household duties, and children’s needs often leads to parent burnout, a state of chronic physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. Unlike typical work stress, parent burnout affects emotional responsiveness, patience, and overall well-being. Many parents experience guilt when trying to balance […]
Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation for Children: Simple Practices You Can Start Today
Children today face pressures that previous generations never encountered at such a young age: academic competition, digital distractions, and rapidly changing social environments. These stressors can impact their ability to manage emotions and cope with daily challenges. Introducing mindfulness for kids provides them with tools to notice their feelings, pause before reacting, and develop healthier […]
Preventing Myopia in School-going Kids: Tips for Parents to Protect Your Child’s Eyesight
Childhood myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly common among school-going children. With rising screen exposure, reduced outdoor activity, and academic pressures, more kids are developing vision problems at an early age. While genetics contribute to myopia, lifestyle choices play an equally significant role. The good news is that parents can take preventive measures to protect […]
Alternatives to Traditional Schooling: Is Homeschooling or Microschooling Right for Your Child?
The educational landscape in India is evolving rapidly, prompting many parents to rethink traditional schooling. With rising awareness of personalised learning, flexible schedules, and experiential education, alternative schooling options like homeschooling and microschooling are gaining attention. While traditional schools provide structured curricula and social opportunities, these newer methods offer individualised learning, closer family involvement, and […]
Parenting Teens in a Social Media World: Building Self-Esteem and Healthy Boundaries
Parenting teenagers in today’s digital world comes with unique challenges. Social media plays a central role in how adolescents connect, communicate, and even define their sense of worth. From online validation to digital comparison, teens are growing up in a world that constantly influences their emotions and behaviours. For parents, understanding this impact is the […]
Introduction: The Silent Rise of Digital Addiction in Children
In today’s hyper-connected world, children are spending more hours online than ever before. From online classes and mobile gaming to endless social media scrolling, devices have become both an educational necessity and a constant companion. While technology brings convenience and learning opportunities, excessive and uncontrolled use is giving rise to a worrying trend of digital […]
How Excessive Screen Time Affects Your Child’s Sleep & What Parents in India Can Do
As smartphones, tablets, and televisions become a constant part of children’s lives, Indian parents are noticing a worrying trend: poor sleep quality. Excessive screen time, particularly in the evening, has been associated with sleep disturbances, delayed bedtimes, and behavioural changes in children. Research suggests that children exposed to screens for more than two hours daily […]
The Impact of Positive Reinforcement on a Child’s Self-Esteem
Introduction: Why Positive Reinforcement Matters Every parent wants their child to grow up confident, resilient, and capable of handling life’s challenges. But many children struggle with self-doubt, fear of failure, or low self-esteem. In fact, studies show that children with higher self-esteem are more likely to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. One of the most […]
How to Help Your Child Overcome Fear of Failure
Introduction Every child faces challenges as they grow, but for some, the fear of failure becomes a constant obstacle. This fear can stop them from exploring new opportunities, reduce their confidence, and even affect their emotional well-being. As parents, caregivers, or educators, we want children to understand that mistakes are not the end; they’re stepping […]
Dyslexia | Not a Disease but a Fresh Air Breeze
“My 7 Year old is the most hardworking person I know”- replied a Mother of dyslexic child. Dyslexia is what we need to change our minds for. It’s a way a person reads, writes and remember, not differently but is his own way. What exactly is Dyslexia? It’s definitely not what we Google. If you […]