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Parents, have you heard of the ‘tap in tap out strategy’ to deal with a difficult situation with your child?
January 2, 2025 11:34 IST
Both parents, however, must agree that if they receive a nonverbal signal, they will not take it personally.
Sex education and teens: How to talk to teens about sexSubscriber Only
December 13, 2023 14:21 IST
Some parents may need to educate themselves first before teaching their children about sex. Expect some awkwardness but remember what’s at stake when engaging in these essential conversations. Here are some simple tips to help you broach the subject with your child
Fostering positive mental health conversations with our childrenSubscriber Only
December 8, 2023 16:26 IST
By fostering emotional intelligence, building trust through active listening, normalising all emotions, and harnessing the healing power of nature, we can create a supportive and nurturing environment for our children.
The importance of pre-conception care: Setting the stage for a healthy pregnancySubscriber Only
October 26, 2023 12:00 IST
Pre-conception care is not a one-size-fits-all concept. Instead, it tailors medical and lifestyle advice to you and your needs, with the overarching goal of setting the stage for a healthy pregnancy. Here are some vital aspects of pre-conception care that deserve closer attention
Traditional ways or modern route for your baby: A choice or concoction?Subscriber Only
October 19, 2023 17:00 IST
In the ongoing and often impassioned debate between traditional and modern practices for baby care, it's worth reflecting upon the past. Here is how you can strike a balance.
Child abuse may be reduced in safer communities: Study
September 29, 2023 12:00 IST
To get the best outcomes for kids and to elicit the best parenting, families need a safe, stable, stimulating environment, both at home and in the surrounding community, said Katherine Marcal, coauthor of the study.
Sameera Reddy opens up about her parenting journey: ‘Being a parent brings out the child in you’Subscriber Only
September 19, 2023 12:00 IST
Mom to two kids, Hans and Nyra, Sameera Reddy opened up about her own parenting challenges and how she overcame them.
7 conversations every parent must have with their teenagerSubscriber Only
August 6, 2023 12:00 IST
When parents engage in open, sincere, and empathetic conversations with their adolescents, they create an atmosphere of reassurance, where the young minds find solace in knowing that their concerns, anxieties, and aspirations are met with genuine attention and support.
Things parents should never say in front of kidsSubscriber Only
July 11, 2023 12:00 IST
"Shielding children from such discussions helps preserve their innocence, emotional well-being, and allows them to develop at their own pace, free from unnecessary burdens or confusion," Dr Rahul Chandhok, Head-Mental Health & Behavioral Science, Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon said.
Are you a working parent? Here are some expert-approved tips to establish a work-life balanceSubscriber Only
July 8, 2023 12:00 IST
Psychologist Dr Nisha Khanna said establishing a work-life balance will not only help in the holistic growth of your children but also yourself. "You'll be able to handle things better; the quality of your relationships will be better too."
Can parents give their children too much attention?Subscriber Only
July 2, 2023 18:22 IST
This raises an important question: how much attention is enough? Is it harmful to leave your child to their own devices? Should you ever ignore a child? Or conversely, can you overly engage with your child? As is usually the case with child development, the answer is somewhere in the middle (and most parents, reassuringly, are doing “enough”).
Jonas Brothers and sweet advice for their daughters
June 24, 2023 12:00 IST
Speaking to People about teaming up with The Children's Place for their 2023 Back-to-School campaign, Nick, Joe and Kevin Jonas share the sweet messages they plan to tell their daughters when it's time to return to the classroom.
Exhausted, disconnected and fed up – what is ‘parental burnout’ and what can you do about it?Subscriber Only
May 23, 2023 12:00 IST
Although the exploration of parental burnout is relatively new, research has identified it as a prevalent issue across global communities and cultures. It's reported in countries around the world, with the highest prevalence rates rising to 8 per cent of parents in Poland, the United States and Belgium.
See what baby names were the most popular in the U.S. last year
May 16, 2023 17:00 IST
It's Liam's sixth straight year as No. 1. Olivia has reigned since the name unseated Emma four years ago. Emma is No. 2.
How parents feel about feelings can deeply affect a child’s developmentSubscriber Only
April 10, 2023 10:27 IST
When someone becomes a parent, the models they had can become embedded in how they in turn parent. A parent's organised set of thoughts and feelings about their own and their child's feelings is what some psychologists call “parental meta-emotion philosophy.” Understanding this can make a big difference in parenting and children's development.
How to tell your child (and at what age) they are adopted?Subscriber Only
January 3, 2023 17:00 IST
“Why did the parents make them a part of their family? How much do they love/adore them, and how important this child is to their world? This is important. Secrecy is not the way out,” said Dr Aarti Bakshi, Developmental Psychologist
Watch: When Soha Ali Khan danced with daughter Inaaya, set parenting goalsSubscriber Only
December 15, 2022 10:00 IST
“Totally worth rushing to squeeze this into my day,” Soha captioned the post
When Katherine Schwarzenegger got candid about changes post the arrival of her second childSubscriber Only
December 14, 2022 17:46 IST
"For me, the biggest transition has really just been sleeping, because it feels like when they both sleep, it's amazing," she said
Parents secretly record their kids, and the results are heartwarmingSubscriber Only
December 5, 2022 15:52 IST
A new trend on social media is for parents to creatively and secretly capture their kids' varied range of emotions, while the grownup acts goofy on camera
Throw back to when the ‘Legend’ family wore matching jackets; video will leave you in awe
December 4, 2022 14:16 IST
"Luna, Miles, and Mommy approve the new Legend jackets!” John captioned the post
Post divorce, Emily Ratajkowski opens up about co-parenting son Sly with her best friendSubscriber Only
November 21, 2022 14:49 IST
"What I want is an emotional partner who can help me feel good about myself day-to-day,” said Emily Ratajkowski
Dimpy Ganguly Roy shares a ‘more realistic glimpse’ of what it is like to be ‘a mom of 3’Subscriber Only
November 16, 2022 17:13 IST
"Have tons of laundry, and very little time to fold them..." expressed Dimpy Ganguly Roy
Olivia Wilde on single parenting after split from Jason Sudeikis: ‘Reshaping a family is tricky’Subscriber Only
November 15, 2022 16:05 IST
“It’s actually allowed me to get to know them in a different way. My priority is them, as long as they’re happy and they’re healthy," said Olivia Wilde
Should I post photos of my children online? Here’s what new parents need to know about sharentingSubscriber Only
November 10, 2022 11:44 IST
More research is still needed to confirm exactly how sharenting impacts upon children and their privacy. Some parents have stopped sharenting after discovering their children's photos have become the target of predators
‘Be active in front of your kids’: Rannvijay SinghaSubscriber Only
November 1, 2022 14:15 IST
"It’s a lifestyle," said Rannvijay Singha in the caption to the video post shared on Instagram
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