By Siyona Varghese Every parent has faced moments when their child refuses to listen. A toddler throws food on the floor after being asked to stop. A preschooler hits a sibling in frustration. A child runs away in the park despite repeated reminders to stay close. In these moments, our instinct is often to correct […]
By Siyona Varghese Every parent has experienced moments they wish they could take back. A stressful day at work, a sleepless night, or an endless stream of tantrums can make even the most patient parent snap. Afterwards comes the guilt: I should have handled that better. Modern parenting often places enormous emphasis on teaching children […]
By Siyona Varghese Modern family life is busier than ever. Parents juggle demanding careers, household responsibilities, school schedules, commutes, and countless daily tasks. Many worry that they are not spending enough time with their children and wonder if those missed hours will affect their child’s development. The reassuring news is that children do not simply […]
By Siyona Varghese Gentle parenting has become one of the most talked-about approaches to raising children. Parents are increasingly choosing empathy over punishment, connection over fear, and guidance over control. Yet, despite its growing popularity, gentle parenting is often misunderstood. Some believe it means saying “yes” to everything, avoiding consequences, or never letting a child […]
By Siyona Varghese For generations, children in India rarely grew up with only two adults caring for them. Grandparents lived nearby, cousins were constant companions, neighbours knew each other’s children, and festivals, family gatherings, and community events naturally brought people together. Parenting was not viewed as the sole responsibility of a mother or father it […]
By Siyona Varghese Parenting today looks very different from what it did even a generation ago. Many families are balancing demanding careers, long commutes, nuclear households, digital distractions, and the constant pressure to make the “right” parenting decisions. Parents are surrounded by expert advice from books, podcasts, social media, and parenting influencers often leaving them […]
By Siyona Varghese A notification buzzes while you’re reading your child a bedtime story. You glance at your phone “for just a second.” Your toddler looks up, waiting for your attention. At the playground, one parent scrolls through emails while another answers messages. During dinner, everyone’s eyes drift toward a screen. These moments have become […]
By Siyona Varghese “I’m bored.” Few phrases make parents feel more pressure than these two simple words. In today’s fast-paced world, it can seem as though every quiet moment needs to be filled with an activity, a toy, a class, or a screen. Parents often feel responsible for keeping children constantly entertained, believing that every […]
By Siyona Varghese Almost every parent has experienced the same scene. You tell your child that screen time is over, and suddenly the calm afternoon turns into tears, protests, or a full-blown tantrum. “Just one more video!” becomes a negotiation that leaves everyone feeling frustrated. These moments often make parents wonder if they are being […]
By Siyona Varghese You’ve probably seen it happen. Your toddler happily plays with blocks until someone picks up a smartphone. Within seconds, their attention shifts. They want the device, even if they were perfectly content moments before. Or perhaps your preschooler asks for “just one more video,” only to become upset when it’s time to […]
