As a new mother, I was initially overwhelmed by the conflicting advice and opinions regarding screen time for young children. While some experts recommended completely avoiding screens for children under the age of two, others suggested limiting it to one hour per day for older children. But I was so sure that I would stop …
The experience of becoming a parent is one that is not only difficult but also gratifying, and it is sometimes referred to as the most difficult job in the world. On the other hand, parents in today’s world confront a one-of-a-kind set of obstacles that are different from those faced by their ancestors. This post …
Being a mother is an experience that is difficult at times but ultimately very rewarding. It is a voyage of finding oneself, growing, and falling in love. Becoming a mother is an experience that will forever alter a woman’s life, and it will bring with it a broad spectrum of feelings and both joys and …
Children’s anxiety and stress may show up in many different ways, including bodily (such as stomach pains and headaches) and mental (such as fear and concern), as well as behavioral symptoms (e.g. avoidance, irritability). Anxiety and stress are common in children for various reasons, including exposure to stressful media, abrupt changes in habits or surroundings, …
Although I am not working in any organization on a full-time job, I still can understand how challenging it is to work from home when you have toddlers or young kids at home. Since I am freelancing and have to work 4 to 5 hours daily, I, myself find it difficult to work when Hitarth …
SHARING; the most challenging task to do, for the children, and to teach, for the parents. As with many other parents, I also aimed to instill the value of sharing in my child, Hitarth. However, I cannot say that teaching him to share has been easy, as he still has possessive tendencies towards his belongings …
Starting school is a huge milestone for both parents and kids. As a parent, I was anxious about sending my little one, Hitarth, to school for the first time. It’s an emotional time when we have to let go and watch our children begin a new journey, even if it’s just for a few hours …
I made a simple change in my approach, nothing groundbreaking. The key factor was “APPRECIATION,” which translates to increased happiness and optimism. And in my case, it made a significant difference. Often, we neglect to express our appreciation and recognition to our children when they exhibit positive behavior or do something right. Showing appreciation plays …
When I woke up this morning and began to think about what I would write today, one of the first things that came to mind was the significance of self-affirmations, particularly for those of us who are mothers. So, let’s start this discussion by defining exactly what we mean when we say “Affirmation.” An affirmation …
I very well understand that dealing with cold and cough in kids is difficult and heartbreaking to witness. As parents, we often rush to the chemist or doctor, just so our little ones can breathe and sleep peacefully. But here’s something important every parent must know — over-the-counter (OTC) medications for cold and cough in …
