It’s Valentines Day and it’s not just love that’s in the air! The internet is buzzing with flash discounts on e-commerce websites, Pinterest ideas, and whatnot on Instagram, not to mention Tinder and the like. Why should families be left out when the entire world is celebrating love? After all, love is at the heartContinue reading “The best way(s) to celebrate ‘Valentines day’ with kids”
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A ‘To-don’t-list’ for the new year
We are all headed towards diving into a new year- and usually the last few days of the year passing by stimulate a lot of reflection, planning and the desire to restart again! Yet this year again, we are surrounded with uncertainty and wariness. Here is a take on how to identify what really mattersContinue reading “A ‘To-don’t-list’ for the new year”
Winter essentials-DIY Body oil
Even if you are not a DIY fan, putting together this magical oil will be a huge favour to your and your children’s skin this winter. ‘Organic and pure’- two terms used much often yet so difficult to find! But when you whip up something on your own, sourcing the best ingredients and being fullyContinue reading “Winter essentials-DIY Body oil”
How not to check your phone the first thing when you get up!
If you are someone who is constantly on a journey of self-improvement, trying to eat healthy, get fit, acing it at work/home but on the verge of a burnout because you are trying to do so much, all at once, try this one simple habit that can literally change the tone of how you startContinue reading “How not to check your phone the first thing when you get up!”
Polish your shoes- A lesson in parenting
Well if you think this post is about preaching parenting lessons or some enlightening parenting trick, then no that’s not what this is about. Before we begin, I also want to share one learning from my experience of fifteen years of parenting. You can never be an expert parent. Not even after a lifetime ofContinue reading “Polish your shoes- A lesson in parenting”
Soul speaks- Food & relationships
Maslow (1943-1954) came up with a hierarchy of needs five stage model. It clearly states food as one of the most important basic need for survival. The others being air, water, shelter etc. Maslow considered physiological needs (food, water, drinks and the likes) as the primary thing that motivates our behaviour. Every thing else isContinue reading “Soul speaks- Food & relationships”
BREASTFEEDING- A CONTEMPORARY PERSPECTIVE.
WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK 2021- CELEBRATED EVERY YEAR FROM 1ST AUGUST TO 7TH AUGUST. But what about those who don’t want to breastfeed ? We don’t know their story and we won’t judge them. Breastfeeding a baby should be a choice reserved exclusively for the mother. We may not know her reasons. She may have PCOSContinue reading “BREASTFEEDING- A CONTEMPORARY PERSPECTIVE.”
Dear Dads, Mother’s day is coming!
The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother. Theodore Hesburgh We are sorry if it sounded like a warning, or a loud one at that. Our intention was only to shake you up, get you out of that couch and literally get going to your kids toContinue reading “Dear Dads, Mother’s day is coming!”
Eyesight care in the digital world
Remember the days when screen time was a concern bigger than covid-19! Excessive screen time was not just a problem parents had to battle, it also put them in a guilt trap most of the times. And like every other parenting issue, there was screen time shaming as well. And here we are. With theContinue reading “Eyesight care in the digital world”
Ramadan for children
Hey guys! So i just came across something amazing and had to share it right away. An amazing set of activities for children. Fun ! Engaging ! Lots of Learning ! A great way to spend time with your kids while fasting. Ramadan is the most awaited month of the year for muslims all overContinue reading “Ramadan for children”
Are you an ENFJ mom ?
The ENFJ Personality Type ENFJs are idealist organizers, driven to implement their vision of what is best for humanity. They often act as catalysts for human growth because of their ability to see potential in other people and their charisma in persuading others to their ideas. They are focused on values and vision, and areContinue reading “Are you an ENFJ mom ?”
Buckle up, it’s exam time!
“When preparing for a marathon, a person is not supposed to train for eighteen hours. Similarly, when preparing for exams, don’t measure the number of hours on the desk as a marker for good grades” It is that time of the year where stress is at its peak, tantrums grow manifold and relationships between parentsContinue reading “Buckle up, it’s exam time!”
3 day detox diet to wash all your sins away!
It is that time of the year when suddenly all the festivities end and we are left with a bloated body and lot of guilt. Also the fresh start psychology urges us to make resolutions and the number one resolution worldwide is eating healthy and losing more weight. But sitting with all the excess caloriesContinue reading “3 day detox diet to wash all your sins away!”
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