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The Gran View: How my special needs child finally spoke and walkedSubscriber Only
October 8, 2018 15:46 IST
Tamana finished her class XII at DPS and today is a regular teacher at DPS Nursery school in Vasant Vihar, New Delhi. She skips, hops and jumps with the babies and is loved by one and all.
Parenthesis: Are you sleep-deprived, exhausted? It may be parental burnout!Subscriber Only
August 10, 2018 09:31 IST
Carve out time to pursue your interests and hobbies. Invest in your marriage and spend time as a couple.
The world needs less bullies, teach your kids empathySubscriber Only
August 9, 2018 09:43 IST
According to recent reports, it is found that every third child is bullied in school and some of these kids are affected to such an extent that they do not mind ending their lives, just to stop the pain.
Kids love K-pop, anime and manga, along with Korean and Japanese cultures!Subscriber Only
August 8, 2018 10:34 IST
The appeal of South-east Asian culture sweeps across Gen-Z (largely people born between 1995 and 2015), with kids as young as three hooked to Doraemon and even adults chasing after Pokémons.
The Twenty-five Kilometre Story: Let your child turn storytellerSubscriber Only
August 6, 2018 10:21 IST
Our twenty-five kilometre story transformed a tedious drive through Delhi traffic into a fun experience. It also helped me to discover how free ranging my grandson’s imagination was.
Diary of a SoBo mom: Finding a playgroup is like making a Bollywood debutSubscriber Only
August 4, 2018 09:53 IST
Just throwing on a juicy couture jumpsuit and loosely tying a messy bun (Meghan Markle has copied the SoBo MumBun!), this casual mum is a poster girl for designer labels.
The Gran View: Her smile said, ‘Mama, I will stand, walk and dance one day!’Subscriber Only
October 8, 2018 15:48 IST
The doctors in India declared 40 years ago that she was born spastic with cerebral palsy and nothing much could be done. My husband and I refused to give up.
Parenthesis: Managing parent and teacher relationshipsSubscriber Only
July 27, 2018 11:40 IST
For both parties, the meeting can be either constructive or a complete waste of time. But the onus of the same does not depend on the teacher alone. As a parent, we have a role to play too.
Storytelling: LGBT themes in Hindu mythologySubscriber Only
July 14, 2020 10:42 IST
Agni, the god of fire is married both to the goddess Svaha and the male Moon god Soma with Agni having a receptive role in this relationship.
How I cured myself of tree blindnessSubscriber Only
July 24, 2018 09:32 IST
Personally, even I suffered from tree blindness till about five years ago. Once I realised that I was suffering from this terrible disease, I decided to do something about it.
When your daughter wants to learn archery!Subscriber Only
July 23, 2018 11:54 IST
Since I’m always concerned about the amount of time she spends on her iPad and not getting enough exercise, she for once, wanted to go out and ‘play’.
Suranya Aiyar: Indian folk art can compete with Peppa PigSubscriber Only
July 20, 2018 12:24 IST
Suranya Aiyar rediscovered her love of folk art with her children and through her range of books, and now an app. She talks about drawing children away from the world of Peppa Pig and i-Pads and introducing them to the joys of Indian peacocks, folk art and raga Malhar.
How to talk to kids about sex and sexualitySubscriber Only
July 18, 2018 09:38 IST
Just because you are talking to your children about sex, wouldn’t make them want to have sex! They understand consent better and know that they have a right to say “No”.
The Gran View: Grand-parenting, the joys and challengesSubscriber Only
October 8, 2018 15:42 IST
In her first column for Express Parenting, Dr Shyama Chona writes about the joys and challenges of being a grandparent in modern families, which come with their own individual dynamics.
Parenthesis: The importance of establishing a bedtime routineSubscriber Only
July 23, 2018 15:37 IST
Sleep is an essential part of our well-being, irrespective of our age or stage in life. Speak to any parent of a newborn and they will tell you how lack of sleep can affect you both physically as well as mentally.
How to start a conversation on LGBTQI issues at home? Keshav Suri has answersSubscriber Only
July 10, 2018 10:02 IST
Create a safe zone for your child to discuss the gender spectrum and educate them about the existence of the LGBTQI community.
Sita and Draupadi, feminist icons for young girls todaySubscriber Only
July 14, 2020 10:52 IST
In the two epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, the respective heroines Sita and Draupadi are feminist icons, though different in their circumstances and character.
#MeToo: How to talk to your kids about sexual abuseSubscriber Only
October 9, 2018 10:52 IST
ell your kids that it is not okay to have any body secrets from them at any time, and that if someone threatens them, then they definitely need to talk to you freely without any fear of being reprimanded.
In the age of ADHD, what draws kids to chess?Subscriber Only
July 5, 2018 15:08 IST
The Delhi International Grandmasters Chess tournament in January 2019, has a plus-Rs 1 crore prize pool. The association will be hosting almost 5,000 chess community members from across the world.
Boys don’t cry: Why it’s more difficult to emancipate my sonSubscriber Only
July 10, 2019 10:36 IST
Does anger or humiliation know gender? Does rage naturally pour out of boys and trickle out of girls? And while it seems like our daughter has figured out she’s no different from her brother, it's my son who started to confine himself to learnt notions of maleness.
The privilege of being a stay at home dadSubscriber Only
July 3, 2018 17:30 IST
Eventually making him fall in love with my Royal Enfield bike finally did the trick. The bike is no more mine, it’s “our Bullet bike”.
Parenthesis: The art of getting your child to eat betterSubscriber Only
July 3, 2018 13:38 IST
Like every new mother, I quickly realised that when you are dealing with an emotionally manipulative midget who controls the strings of your heart, you are going to cave in at every opportunity.
Father’s Day 2018 Special: Papa, aren’t you culpable too?Subscriber Only
June 29, 2018 16:33 IST
Father's Day 2018 Special: Ever since I was a little girl, I have been putting myself in the shoes of the young woman who goes into her marital home, all red and gold with romantic ideals.
Parenthesis: The importance of delaying gratification of childrenSubscriber Only
June 29, 2018 16:50 IST
Encourage your child to talk about their feelings. They will get frustrated when things don’t work out their way. By communicating their emotions, they are learning to deal with disappointment. Be aware of how you react as well.
Parenthesis: How to prepare for your child’s first day at schoolSubscriber Only
June 29, 2018 16:56 IST
Say hello to the other worried parents who are also standing around aimlessly. This group will be your support system for the next 12 years. Exchange numbers and make sure you are part of the class group chat.
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