As a mom, wife, and part-time detective (seriously, where do all those missing socks go?), I’ve discovered that my husband’s free time can sometimes feel like just another thing I need to manage. Don’t get me wrong, I love him dearly, but his downtime often adds to my levels of stress in marriage. If you’ve …
Hello, I’m Anuradha, a parent just like you navigating the joys and challenges of raising a young child. As a mother to a vibrant 5-year-old, it’s natural to have concerns when your child starts showing signs of wanting more independence, especially when it involves activities like playing outdoors alone. I recently faced a common parenting …
Balancing your child’s independence with meaningful interaction can be a rewarding yet challenging task. As children begin to spend more time playing outdoors and developing their own interests, maintaining open communication and engaging in activities together becomes crucial. Here’s a comprehensive guide with practical strategies and personalized examples to help you foster meaningful conversations and …
As parents, we constantly seek the best for our children, especially when it comes to their health and nutrition. Today, I want to share a personal journey about a small but mighty fruit that has become a staple in my son’s diet since he was just 1.5 years old: Dried Cranberries. Yes, Dried Cranberries for …
As I sit here in my messy living room, surrounded by toys and laundry, I can’t help but feel a sense of frustration. Why is it that society only values productivity in terms of tangible outputs and professional achievements? Why is my hard work as a stay-at-home mom not recognized as “real” work? I’m not …
I want to start with saying ”Thankyou” for this platform that gave me an opportunity to share something deeply personal with you. I really hope this blog helps you if you’re going through a similar situation. A few months ago, I found myself in a situation that left me scared, confused, and heartbroken. My 27-year-old …
As I sit down to write this article, I am reminded of a recent incident with my 7-year-old son, Rohan. He refused to eat his vegetables during dinner, throwing a tantrum and insisting on having pizza instead. My husband, Raj, and I could have easily lost our temper and forced him to eat. But we …
As I sit here writing, my son is at school, learning and growing, and I’m filled with emotions thinking about the journey that brought me here. I left my career to be a stay-at-home mom, but I don’t see it as a full sacrifice. It was a choice I made to prioritize my family, and …
As a mom who’s been through the trenches of dealing with challenging behavior, I wanted to share my story in the hope it might help other parents going through something similar. When my son was 4.5 years old, he was struggling with big emotions and, unfortunately, aggressive outbursts. There were moments of hitting, yelling, and …
I never thought I would face something like this. I had always believed I was doing my best as a parent—loving my child, guiding her, and being there for her. But when my daughter, then 10 years old, started lying frequently and even stealing small things from home, I was shattered. I remember the day …
