There are familiar themes of the victory of good over evil, but also about that shade of grey that exists between black and white; between the Sith and the Jedi. We know the Dark forces will lose in the end, but the fun is in watching the magnificent fight sequences that lead to it. By […]
Ring the bell for water: The initiative is good news for parents
A survey by the Association of Primary Education (APER) and Research recently revealed that 68 per cent of children bring home water bottles still full, indicating that they do not drink water at school. By Shunila Joy Chauhan Drinking eight to 10 glasses of water a day is something that has been ingrained in us […]
This mom wrote a children’s book on IVF after having her miracle baby boy
The book I'm Very Ferris — A Child's Story about in vitro fertilisation initiates a discussion about IVF and makes it relatable through the eyes of a child. Ferris takes you to his little world and its adventures and how he finally came to be. Mother and children’s author from Illinois, Tess Kossow’s latest book […]
French Parenting is Out, Swedish Parenting is In
Parents, you’re going to want to hear this latest batch of parenting secrets — whether or not you’re already an international aficionado who follows French parenting tips about how to get your bébé to eat their haricots and has fully outfitted your home in Danish hygge style. It’s time to turn your attention to another […]
Is your partner’s temper harming your child?
There are complex situations which can make a child's life very difficult. Personal histories play an important role. If you had a parent who hit you, you might have learnt that as acceptable behaviour. Some people may have a personality disorder which is so deep-rooted that it's nearly impossible to change. By Ritika Jain When […]
What Congenital Heart Disease Means for Your Child
Congenital heart defects are the most common of all birth defects. But if your child is diagnosed with one, it feels like you’re entering strange, uncharted territory. Instead of welcoming your newborn to a cozy nursery at home, you’re glued to the hospital, immersed in a crash course on an unfamiliar condition such as ventricular […]
5 Reasons Good Cop/Bad Cop Parenting Doesn't Work
In your house, is one parent the disciplinarian while the other is the cheerleader? It’s important for parents to look at their own recurring habits in how they are making joint decisions, dealing with conflict, and relaying all that to their kids; are they presenting a united front? It benefits the whole family for both […]
From FOMO to Mom Guilt! Kelly Clarkson's Most Relatable Parenting Quotes
Words of wisdom! Kelly Clarkson has four kids at home on top of her hugely successful career, and the singer has opened up about the highs and lows of parenting many times over the years. The American Idol winner started dating talent manager Brandon Blackstock in 2012, and the pair tied the knot in Tennessee one […]
STEM learning can prepare your kids for real world challenges
STEM learning is skill-based and very hands-on as they require children to use their hands to gain specific kind of knowledge and develop particular skills. Woodcraft, CPR, saving local wildlife, coding, etc, are skills which stay with students for life and can be used by them during their education as well as later in life. […]
Study Finds Having More Than Three Kids Could Shorten Your Lifespan
Been pregnant at least three times? You could be at greater risk of developing heart disease later in life – at least according to new research out of The Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute. The small study looked into why twice as many women as men have “stiff heart syndrome,” a disease which involves healthy […]