Hergé’s father and uncle were twins and, you guessed right, inspired the characters of the Thompson twins. Opera singer Bianca Castafiore is said to be inspired by his grandmother.
We bring you a list of bilingual (English-Hindi) story books that you can introduce to your children to develop their interest in Hindi, in case they seem reluctant to learn it otherwise.
On Hrithik Roshan's birthday, here are some glimpses of how the doting father spends quality time with his sons and instills in them the right values to ensure their overall development.
A study recently conducted by researchers at the University of Warwick inferred that early risers are more likely to conceive as compared to night owls. More than 100 women were studied as part of the research, of which three-quarters of "larks" became pregnant.
Get kids to set and clear the table or pick up the tray once the guests have left. Give them an area that’s exclusively theirs, such as a study table or bookshelf, and make sure they know it’s their responsibility to keep it tidy.
Late pregnancy is on the rise across the globe today. And with Farah Khan busy playing her part as a Bollywood professional, marriage, followed by pregnancy, happened only after the age of 40. After a couple of failed attempts to conceive naturally, Farah and husband Shirish Kunder opted for fertility treatment.
As busy as the actor is, Aamir Khan took to social media a while ago to talk about his New Year's resolution to spend more time with his children. And looks like he is already on the job.
Karan Johar's undying love for fashion isn't unknown. No wonder he wants to instill in his kids a similar passion for luxury wears. And why not when his kids can surely afford them? And they may not be an exception after all.
Parenting tips for exams: A good night’s sleep is very important. Check your child’s timetable to ensure they have enough time for a well-earned sleep. This will calm their nerves and keep them alert on the big day.
There are a lot of games that don't involve spending tons of money. Passing the parcel, musical chairs, memory games, dumb charades are great fun to play with a group of kids. You can also do a storytelling session, where you allow kids to get creative.
"...at eighteen, when you (Deepika) told us that you wanted to shift to Mumbai to pursue a career in modelling, it was hard for us to come to terms with the decision. In the end we decided to let you follow your heart, like my father had taught me all those years ago, as the only way to live fully."
Julie Andrews didn't agree right away to play Mary Poppins, since she was hoping to play the role of Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady, which she played in the Broadway version, but the role ultimately went to Audrey Hepburn.
Guide the father through the process of taking care of the baby. He shouldn't feel excluded in any way. Ask him to help with chores from time to time. Both parents are equally responsible for taking care of their child and it's time we realise it.
Paper planes recently made an appearance during a debate in the Indian Parliament. However, folding sheets of paper for hours of flying fun is becoming a lost art. Here some books and tutorials that teach your child to make paper airplanes and help you rewind to your childhood.
From a single father who fought legal battles to adopt a special child to a celebrity mother who shut trolls for shaming her, we bring you some stories of doting mothers and fathers, whose journeys would inspire you.
Serena recently posted a picture of her working out while carrying her baby. She captioned the picture, "As I head into next year it's not about what we can do it's what we MUST do as working moms and working dads. Anything is possible. I am getting ready for the first match of the year and my dear sweet baby @olympiaohanian was tired and sad and simply needed mama's love."
This online course guides parents on how to groom their children and deal with them. It gives an insight into parenting through scientifically proven techniques using videos and live interactions for developing the child's four core areas, namely behaviour, communication, psychological needs and performance.
We bring you five words in five languages, spoken in various parts of the world, how they are pronounced, and what they mean. Teach your child these five words today.
Happy New Year 2019: Leave all your work aside for a day and spend the entire day with your child and other family members. Here are some ways in which you can have fun with your family.
The American Academy of Pediatrics has now suggested that parents should avoid screen time for toddlers and young children. If your child is also addicted to the screen, here are six ways in which you can keep him or her away from it or at least limit exposure.
On the talk show, Rhea Kapoor talked about how sister Sonam Kapoor and father Anil Kapoor had the "funniest dynamic". "Sonam and my father have the funniest dynamic on this planet...they are so sensitive to each other, and AK and I are more like friends," Rhea added about herself. Sibling and actor Harshvardhan Kapoor also talked about his friendly bond with his father.
As the year 2018 draws to a close, we walk you down memory lane to recall how some celebrity mothers, from actors to political leaders, battled patriarchy to experience motherhood on their own terms. Take inspiration from these mothers.
Happy New Year 2019: Bring the party home! Get your family and friends together to bring in the New Year. Put your feet up and get pampered; this is probably your last chance before the baby arrives to keep you on your feet all day long.
New Year 2019: From Winnie the Pooh's New Year Resolutions to Charlie Brown's struggle with completing homework during the holidays, these movies revolve around interesting plots, which your children will surely enjoy.
