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Teaching social media etiquettes to children
Since the past six months, our entire lives seem to have shifted online. From work to schools to attending functions and funerals…everything has, unfortunately, become virtual. The pandemic has forced us to stay cooped up inside our houses and the erstwhile debate on ‘exposing children to devices’ has gone out the window. Schooling being online, the screen time of the children is beyond recommended by any standards but right now, there seems to be no other solution to stay sane and connected if not through digital devices. As schoolwork is being shared and submitted online using Google classrooms and Whatsapp, most of the parents(including me) have given children a device…
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Children & COVID-19 pandemic- How to talk to and comfort your kids!
These are unprecedented times and seem like the pandemic movies coming alive. As much as we may want to wake up and realize this was all just a nightmare, we can’t just wish it away. What we can do is control our reactions to the situation not only for fighting the calamity together but also because there are little humans at home who are confused, scared and are looking up at us. This is not what we ever wished for our children, to be witness to times like these but now that we are here, we need to remember to take care of their mental health too! KEEP THE FACTS…
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Teaching kindness to children-how much is too much?
Teaching values like kindness to children is the prime responsibility of parents and every time a child swears or lashes out, the parents are met with a disapproving look from all ‘well-wishers’ around. I agree that children learn the most at home, from their parents and we must act as role models for them. After all, they are the future, of the country, of the world. We must teach them politeness, kindness, honesty……but what if the child imbibes the teachings so strongly that she becomes too good for her own good? How would you react to that? As a parent, what do you feel is your greater responsibility- to teach…
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5 reasons why smartphones are not the answer to your child’s boredom!
Okay so since you are reading this, you are either a parent really concerned about the increasing screen time in your child’s life or you are a parent who feels I am totally bonkers and handing out impractical advice. Either ways, this article is for you! First things first- I AM NOT A PERFECT PARENT OR EVEN CLAIM TO BE ONE! I am just a regular mom who survives on a few screams, daily soaps and lots of coffee to get through the day. I only write on things that I feel strongly about and this I just had to pen down, especially after attending a party where 6 adults…
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Monsoons are now about happiness & hugs…not flu and stomach bugs!
Once you become a parent, your definition of seasons and the things you relate to the advent of each one of them change. While cold winter months are accompanied by sniffles, monsoons herald the onset of flu, viral fever or upset stomachs. Someone it is only for the first changes of seasons, some say it is the initial 5 years of life….you see no end to it. Like a good mother, I keep all the necessary medicines stocked in a separate bag that contains all the pediatric syrups. A couple of weeks ago, I had a friend and her family over at my place. Late in the evening, her…
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Greener options for children this Diwali- tips & tricks!
The condition of the environment is alarming and pollution meters are blinking at a dangerous red. Being a responsible citizen, you too want to endorse the concept of a Green Diwali and refrain from bursting crackers but you don’t know how to explain that to your kids. Diwali is about crackers for them, right? Being a parent, you know very well that trying to take away something from your kid without giving an alternative for the same is like trying to snatch a piece of meat from an eagle. Ask me! So how do you ensure that your little one endorses a green Diwali without throwing a tantrum or making…
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What a mom wants-on Mother’s Day!
The trend of celebrating Mother’s Day is increasing with each passing day and the markets are flooded with fancy gifts and cards to express your gratitude towards mothers. No doubt she would be happy and thank you(she will do it even if you just wish her) but if you really want to acknowledge the superwoman she is, think differently- think like her! As a mom, I can. So here’s a list of what would make us moms feel awesome this Mother’s Day. I just wish my daughter was old enough to read my blog and understand!! But a girl can dream, right? ”Mom is always right” T-shirt A very fulfilling…
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Great dad (s) vs Shitty mom (s)!
In these ”revolutionary” times when all of us champion the cause of gender equality, differences still remain, even in the field of parenting! It takes so little for a dad to be crowned as a great dad or a mom to be branded as a shitty mom on the other hand. I am unapologetic as I say this but it is unfortunately the closest friends and family who judge and pass these verdicts. I am absolutely not against dads and agree that fatherhood is tough too but if you say, equally tough as motherhood, I would NEVER EVER agree. Nor would any other mom, for that matter! Read on and…
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Fighting in front of kids- Does not have to be a bad thing!
Have you ever had an argument with your partner and regretted it later not only because you fought but also because you were fighting in front of kids? Of course, you have! I have been there too. It is not uncommon for even the most loving couples to argue and at times, in the heat of the moment, we fail to realise that our child has grown up and is at an impressionable age. If it were a utopian world, we would never argue in front of the kids. Since it is not, it is important to know how to ensure that it doesn’t hurt the children and actually becomes…
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Why I recently bought a health drink for my child
Why I Decided to Try a Health Supplement for My Child Parents of picky eaters will understand how physically and mentally draining meal times can be! Meal times turn into a battle zone in my house when my 7-year old turns up her defences and simply refuses to relent. Getting her to finish her food is a personal triumph, an occasion when we all rejoice. Despite the fact that we joke about it, it leaves me worried at the end of the day. Incomplete nutrition in their growing years can hamper growth and impair a child’s immunity. It is ideal to feed children fresh fruits, vegetables, milk and the child…
