Children of two worlds: when divorce and distance collide
What happens when divorced parents do not simply live apart, but in different cities or countries, in ways that fragment a child’s sense of belonging, asks Vaishnavi Roy.
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This Japanese teacher is helping Indian kids develop strength and leadership through music
Japanese violin teacher Mika Nishimura has spent the past 10 years helping Indian children align mind, body and spirit through holistic education along with music at her Sound of Soul academy in Mumbai.
Equality on paper, inequity at home: the silent gender gap in modern homes
In the glossy brochures of gender equality, couples split the bills, swap diaper duty and share dreams. In reality? Women still bend – often without noticing – while men stand tall, hands mysteriously empty, writes Uttama Kirit Patel.
This book is not a parenting guide – but it does tell you how to become a better parent
Anagha Nagpal and Riri G. Trivedi’s new book invites parents to reflect on their inner worlds and encourages emotional growth so that we avoid passing unresolved childhood wounds to the next generation.
Communicating from the heart in an AI-powered world
When human beings communicate, we’re not just conveying the meanings of words. We are also communicating our humanity and our heart – the essence of who we are and what makes us human. And AI can’t do that, writes Aekta Kapoor.
Sonali Bendre Behl’s ‘A Book of Books’ is a welcoming, friendly guide to reading
Film and television actor Sonali Bendre Behl’s second book invites new readers and especially parents of young children to cherish the joy of books, offering personal anecdotes, encouragement and guidance to ignite new literary journeys.
“We must advocate for our special-needs children” – a mother’s brave story of struggle and growth
Insiya Shakir’s new memoir ‘Unplanned Journey’ is more than her experience of parenting a special-needs child. It’s a mother’s call for empathy, advocacy, and the importance of understanding and accepting neurodiversity.
Adopting an older child? Here are 5 things you need to know
Many preteens and teens languish in orphanages because prospective adoptive parents don’t think it is possible to build a strong bond with an older child. But it is! Child rights activist Smriti Gupta shares her experiences from the field.
Book review: How to be an ‘iParent’ in the digital age
Parenting columnist Neha J Hiranandani’s new book ‘iParent’ delves into the challenges of raising a generation born with technology on their fingertips, and is a relatable guide for parents navigating the digital era.
Koel Purie and Ira Dubey on their new play about the highs and lows of motherhood
Actor-writer Koël Purie Rinchet’s debut as a playwright ‘Mummy’s Dead, Long Live Mummy!’, produced by actor Ira Dubey’s theatre company, depicts the nuanced themes of modern motherhood with a light, humorous touch.
How a pottery workshop with my children taught us profound lessons for life
A pottery workshop helped Rajasthan-based mom Priyamvada Singh and her little sons bring home a sack full of wisdom and a bag full of smiles.
My daughter taught me what it means to be LGBTQIA, but being an ally parent was a lesson I had to learn myself
Pune mother Ritu Goyal Harish wanted to support her bisexual daughter in her journey towards self-realisation, happiness and personal freedom. But it hasn’t been easy, she shares.
“Indian children are among the most sleep-deprived in the world”: New book for Indian parents offers baby-sleep guidance
Blending traditional wisdom and modern sleep research, this new book aims to be a sleep bible for modern Indian parents struggling with their child’s bedtime needs and habits.
“Many men want to change, but they don’t know how”: Dr Deepa Narayan
Award-winning author and one of the world’s most influential thinkers, Dr Deepa Narayan shares thoughts on masculinity, gender equality, and her new podcast ‘What’s a Man?’
Emotional Paralysis: How the Voices in Your Head Hold You Back
Have you ever been afraid to speak up for fear of looking stupid, or held yourself back from being ‘too happy’? This emotional paralysis has roots in childhood.
Environmental Awareness, Social Conscience – Kiran Manral on Post-Covid Parenting
The post-Covid world needs a new parenting paradigm. Author Kiran Manral’s new book offers guidance.
How an Ordinary Indian Couple Solved Their Lockdown Problem
The lockdown had exposed a crack in an ordinary Indian woman’s marriage. Here’s how she fixed it.
How Violence at Home Traumatizes Children and Sprouts a Dysfunctional Society
Growing up in a violent home is a traumatic experience that affects every aspect of a child’s life and development, writes psychologist Dr Prerna Kohli.
5 Couples on How Their Relationship Fared During Lockdown
What’s the biggest test of any marriage than to be stuck together for months during a pandemic, re-negotiating relationship rules and personal boundaries? Five couples tell us how they fared.
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