She Hit Rock Bottom, Then Realised the Only Way Out Was to Heal
It took two devastating divorces and a behavioural disorder for Sanhita Kargupta to take up psychotherapy to heal herself and help others.
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Tag: motherhood
The Most Important Element in Marriage, and the Most Neglected
Twelve years of marriage, with all the milestones of an eventful life, taught Nidhi Chopra about that one element that’s so vital yet so overlooked in any relationship.
Heartbreak Taught Allana the Secret to Romance: “Get Intimate With Yourself”
Life coach Allana Pratt went through difficult circumstances and relationships before learning that romantic fulfilment begins with self-love.
“No One Ever Has It All, Just Be the Best in What You Do” – Startup Mentor Geetika Dayal
We talk business, emotional intelligence and millennial entrepreneurs with Geetika Dayal, executive director of the Delhi-NCR chapter of TiE
This Mumbai Mom Homeschooled Her Kids, and This Is What She Learnt
By replacing the word ‘studying’ with ‘learning’, Sonnal and Nozzer Pardiwala have ensured their kids’ education is rich, fulfilling and self-motivated.
Yes, I Have Facial Paralysis, and Yes, I Am a Beauty Queen
Facial paralysis put a dent in Dr Hetal Kasliwal’s ability to smile fully, but she went ahead and won a beauty pageant nonetheless.
Ready to Go It Alone? A Seasoned Solo Traveller Shares 15 Useful Tips for Women
Malvika Kaura learnt to travel by herself once her kids grew up, and boy, did it change her. She shares tips for solo women travellers from her own experiences.
Her Designer Soaps Make a Point: “Kids Don’t Want a Perfect Mother, They Want a Happy One”
Shruti Dimri not only named her brand of handmade soaps Mizu after her children, she also wants to set an example for them through her own life and work.
From ‘Jumla’ to ‘Urban Naxal’, Her Soaps Make a Political Statement
Behavioural scientist Vidyut Gore’s handmade soaps have a unique agenda.
India’s First Play on Post-Partum Depression Has an Important Message
A powerful new play on the subject of postnatal blues has put the spotlight on a subject that many new mothers face around the world.
A Little Girl with Prosthetics and a Very Special Adoption
Adopting a special-needs child can come with its own complexities, but there is nothing nobler than opening your heart to someone who needs you.
4 Reasons Why ‘Becoming’ by Michelle Obama Is a Powerful, Important Read
Michelle Obama’s memoir ‘Becoming’ is many books rolled into one. Here’s why you should read it.
How to Raise Your Son to Be a Gentleman
Kind, courageous and caring boys help create productive, safe societies. Here’s how to help your son form his own identity and have an amazing start in life.
She Donated a Kidney to Her Father But Wasn’t Prepared for What Came Next
Fashion entrepreneur Mamta Agarwal took a difficult decision in her 30s to donate a kidney to her ailing father. But nothing could have prepared her for what life held in store.
A Nutritionist Shares Her Secret to Staying Young and Healthy at 61
Is youthfulness in the mind or body, or both? Nutritionist, mother of two and line-dancer Sheela Nirula shares the secret from her own life.
I Moved From Mumbai to a Small Town for Love, and Here’s What It Taught Me
If the price of love is moving from a metropolitan city like Mumbai to a small town like Dehradun, would you pay it?
I Miss My Mother’s Disapproval, Her Disappointment in Me
Why don’t our mothers prepare us for their passing?
Insta-Birth: These Pages Share Powerful Stories of Pregnancy and ChildBirth
These Instagram pages remind women of their innate divinity and their amazing strength. They also share stories of loss, of challenges and pain.
“Birth Has Become Highly Medicalized”: Why Every Birthing Mom Needs a Doula
Certified birth doula Neha Misra Mutluru tells us what her work involves and why a mother’s mental health is vital for her baby’s wellbeing.
“Am I Tired Yet?” A Working Mother Goes from Giving In to Giving Back
Working women and young mothers tend to always be tired – either due to physical exhaustion or mental fatigue. But there are two ways to deal with ‘tiredness’: you either give up or give back.
