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Prerna Mittra
This author writes on lifestyle topics: from travel and fashion, to health, fitness, wellness, art and culture, beauty, family, relationships, and other pressing human interest stories. She can be reached at prerna.mittra@indianexpress.com. Follow on Twitter: @prernamittra
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Diagnosed with ADHD, this kid outdid his peers in class 10 board examsSubscriber Only
July 23, 2020 10:05 IST
'He was a slow learner; he would take his time to grasp the concepts. He needed someone to guide him with a lot of patience, and not many teachers had that.'
Thu, Jul 23, 2020
I struggled as a mother initially: Actor Soha Ali KhanSubscriber Only
July 19, 2020 14:59 IST
If you have a supportive husband, it really makes a huge difference, the actor says of husband Kunal Kemmu's participation at home.
Sun, Jul 19, 2020
This mom blogger is making home-learning easy for kids and their parents Subscriber Only
July 16, 2020 17:30 IST
On her blog 2monkeysandme, Shraddha come up with activities for kids. These are in line with the topics of the school, but are more practical in nature.
Thu, Jul 16, 2020
Pandemic parenting: Four parents get real about their lockdown learningSubscriber Only
July 09, 2020 11:56 IST
'I am a lot more patient now, and I tend to snap less at my children.'
Thu, Jul 09, 2020
Ritu Weds Chandni: Children are not born homophobic, says author Ameya NarvankarSubscriber Only
July 06, 2020 10:20 IST
Narvankar understands parents may have some apprehensions picking up a book on such a sensitive topic. But he hopes there will be a conversation between them and their kids.
Mon, Jul 06, 2020
How will your dining experience change post-lockdown? Hotels weigh in
July 03, 2020 18:20 IST
While some hotels admit sales have plummeted, they are catering to the needs of customers through their home delivery services now.
Sat, Jul 04, 2020
Worried about your nursery-going child’s education in lockdown? Here’s what experts have to saySubscriber Only
July 01, 2020 19:00 IST
'When the pandemic started, and schools had to shift to online teaching, many of them misunderstood and tried to turn the physical school into a virtual school.'
Thu, Jul 02, 2020
The connection between artistes and audience is surreal during e-concerts: Singer Nirali Kartik
June 29, 2020 18:20 IST
The Hindustani classical vocalist speaks about the changing scenario of concerts, the importance of riyaz, her lockdown initiative for budding musicians, and the future of her band ‘Maati Baani’.
Mon, Jun 29, 2020
Children with progeria hold out messages of hope in lockdownSubscriber Only
June 28, 2020 14:30 IST
'Everything will get back to normal soon, so do not lose hope. Together we will all fight.'
Sun, Jun 28, 2020
How an online tributes platform is helping people honour the dead in lockdown
June 23, 2020 18:20 IST
By collating messages, videos and pictures of and for the deceased, ‘Tributes’ is ensuring the bereaved family, and friends and relatives of the deceased get their closure and solace, from any corner of the world, even if they have not been able to attend the funeral.
Tue, Jun 23, 2020
Hospitals are now providing homecare services for COVID-positive patients
June 20, 2020 12:30 IST
If your symptoms are mild and you do not have any comorbidities, through many private hospitals, you can now avail home-care services.
Sat, Jun 20, 2020
Should kids be sent back to schools? Three parents share their lockdown fearsSubscriber Only
June 14, 2020 16:30 IST
'We had to buy an extra phone for the kids to use for their classes!'
Sun, Jun 14, 2020
Have prayers changed in lockdown? People of faith answer
June 06, 2020 16:01 IST
With religious places opening up, people say they would still want to wait it out and educate other people on social distancing before returning to pray at temples, churches and mosques.
Sun, Jul 18, 2021
‘We wanted to adopt a Down syndrome baby,’ say first Indian couple to do soSubscriber Only
May 31, 2020 10:48 IST
Three years ago, Kavita and Himanshu welcomed baby Veda into their lives. Here, they talk about raising her, fighting stigma and making the parenting journey as normal as possible.
Mon, Jun 01, 2020
Have travel restrictions quelled wanderlust? Writers and bloggers weigh in
May 29, 2020 12:30 IST
Despite cancelled trips, professional travellers are optimistic about the future of travel.
Fri, May 29, 2020
Nine countries shy of a new world record, this Danish traveller is stuck in Hong Kong
May 22, 2020 18:20 IST
It has been approximately 2,395 days now since he started his escapade in October 2013, and Pedersen has not been home since.
Sun, May 24, 2020
‘No two boys or girls are alike’: Kamla Bhasin on her books Satrangi Ladke and Satrangi LadkiyanSubscriber Only
May 21, 2020 10:45 IST
'I have always challenged gender, and I have challenged boxes, for girls and boys. Instead of asking a boy why he has long hair, and why he is wearing a dress, let him choose, and let us encourage that.'
Thu, May 21, 2020
Have we been fair to our domestic helps in lockdown?
May 19, 2020 19:10 IST
As we enter coronavirus Lockdown 4.0, the debate whether domestic helps should be called back continues. While some say they may pay them still, others say ‘no work, no money’.
Thu, May 21, 2020
Parents are taking baby steps towards gender-neutral parenting; here’s howSubscriber Only
May 17, 2020 12:00 IST
'The problem is not with girls liking pink; the problem is with girls being exposed to that colour only.'
Sun, May 17, 2020
Lockdown fitness: Everybody has 20 minutes to spare, says yoga guru Ira Trivedi
May 14, 2020 12:30 IST
‘Yoga is an ancient medicine for modern times. There is no better time to start than now.’
Thu, May 14, 2020
What’s in a name? It’s a tough call with Tipu Sultan, Limca, Corona and CovidSubscriber Only
May 14, 2020 11:10 IST
It's not just Elon Musk's baby, there's also Tipu Sultan, Adolf Lu Hitler Marak, twins Covid and Corona, among others. If you’re considering an unusual name for your baby, here is some food for thought!
Thu, May 14, 2020
Lockdown babies: New moms share their experiencesSubscriber Only
May 10, 2020 11:42 IST
‘My main fear was if I will be allowed to step outside in case of an emergency.’
Sun, May 10, 2020
This Mother’s Day, doctors share what it’s like to help other women become mothers
May 10, 2020 09:38 IST
'I tell my son that mother has to help another mother bring a baby into this world.'
Sun, May 10, 2020
‘Ek Ramzan aisa bhi’: No gathering, no feast, and prayers for the world to heal
May 04, 2020 18:20 IST
Typically, the month of Ramzan would witness packed mosques, jam-packed roads, food stalls buzzing with activities, and such.
Mon, May 04, 2020
What is unschooling? An educator and mom explainsSubscriber Only
April 30, 2020 18:09 IST
The first rule of unschooling is that there is no rule at all. “In unschooling, we don’t teach anything. Children learn through the course of living life, or when they are interested in a particular concept or topic,” explains Sharmila Govande.
Tue, May 05, 2020Journalism of Courage
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