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(Mis) Adventures Of A Travelling Mum

A cold splash of water from the sippy cup can douse the fuzzy feeling that comes with travel. From lugging strollers to suffering through scowls of fellow passengers, Shivani Tibrewala gives words to just another day in the life of a parent flying with a toddler.

The Reluctant - Father's Guide To Being A Dad

“I never wanted kids,” says Sorabh Pant, taking a swig of his Erdinger beer. “I just never got the idea of children. Heck, I didn’t even want to get married.” On this balmy afternoon, the stand-up comic is seated at Woodside Inn in South Mumbai, “trying to get some writing done” between meetings, press interviews and testing new material at open mic nights.

5 Skills Every Dad Should Inculcate In His Daughter

Scientific studies claim that both sexes are endowed with unique mental strengths that are first shaped by brain circuitry and then reinforced by gender norms. We look at the so-called ‘man’ skills that every girl could pick up from Dad.

How To Cope With Postpartum Depression?

Counsellor Ajita Seethepalli shows Riddhi Vyas how new moms can combat the dreaded postpartum depression.

3 Bad Habits Every Child Learns From Parents

Thereby making wrong impressions in public.

How Your Marriage Impacts Your Parenting

Aparna & Sanjay Balasundaram’s mission lies in strengthening families by supporting individuals, parents and couples find hope, healing and courage. As relationship and life coaches they have cofounded Life Skills Experts (lifeskillsexperts.com) that empowers children, parents and schools - as well as The Flourishing Marriage Course (flourishingmarriage. com) which encourages couples to refresh and rekindle their marriages.

How To Teach Your Child The Power Of Hard Work

In this part of our ‘Super 10 for Success’ series, find out how you can teach your child the power of hard work.

Teach Your Tot to Express Emotions

Do we really know how to better equip our little ones to deal with and express emotions? M&B spoke about emotional development to Swati Popat. Read on to discover how a little awareness can go a long way in making your baby more loving and expressive

What Is Good Parenting?

The role of a parent – nurture versus nature.

Have More Fun Before Baby Arrives

Aside from growing a tiny human, you’re probably spending these nine months busier than ever. We investigate what you’re up to.

Are You Overburdening Your Child?

Yes, even eagles need a push, but if you shove too hard, you may break their wings and curb their flight altogether. And yet, are you aggressively piling your child with the debris of your dreams and ambitions?

10 Mistakes You Don't Want To Make

You do all that it takes to keep those bumps and rashes away from your sweetheart. Yet, there they are—troubling her. Are you making any mistake while taking care of her delicate skin? It’s time to find out.

Who's Bringing Up Your Kids?

While well-meaning relatives are keen on advising you about the upbringing of your child, you need take control of the situation.

How To Tackle Your Pre-Teen's Nosey Behaviour

Your budding snoops are rapidly invading your privacy. Learn how to tackle your tweens adroitly.

This Is The Perfect Gift You Can Give Your Child

A life-long love for reading is the perfect gi you can give your child

Time To Make Your Kids A Problem Solvers

With schools focussing more on critical thinking, it’s time to nurture this crucial skill.

Is Your Baby Suffering From Colic?

All babies cry. But if you know that the reason behind a particular episode is colic, you can help your baby and yourself through it. by Suja Natarajan 

5 Ways To Get Your Kid's Innocent Childhood Back!

With the number of gadgets that are available, it is becoming increasingly hard to keep our kids off them, even for a short while. Here are some ways to get kids back to enjoying the innocent pleasures of childhood.

Is Your Child Suffering From ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (AHAD) is one of the most common childhood disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. symptoms include difficulty staying Focused and paying attention, difficulty controlling behavior, and hyperactivity.

What You Can Do To Prevent Miscarriage

Miscarriage is the most tormenting experience for any expectant mother. It crystallises one big question is: why did this happen to me? Here’s a useful ‘how-to’ to taking care and averting the problem to the best extent possible.

Miracles Involved In The Making Of A Mother

Dr. C. Nirmala Sudhakaran, who is currently the Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology department of Medical College, Trivandrum takes Health Café’s senior writer Rachana John through the miracles involved in the making of a mother.

Food Philosophies Of Kids

A Bite of New Celebrated children's books author Roopa Pai tells us sweet and tangy tales of travelling with two kids who have polar opposite views on food.

How to Make Your Children Responsible?

Teaching responsibility to your child when both you and your spouse are working may be challenging, but it can be managed with the right approach.

5 Awesome Tips To Make Your Pet And Child Fall In Love With Each Other

Wondering if your dog or cat will get along with your baby? It isn’t that challenging to manage both under one roof. Neeti Jaychander tells you how to make sure they fall in love with each other.

7 Tips To Have A Positive Influence In Your Teenager’s Life

Counsellor and author Phoebe Hutchison shows you how to navigate the tricky waters of your child’s teenage years.

Formative Years Of Child: Early And Lasting

How important are the formative years of your child?

Why She Doesn't Want 'Good News'

Be sensitive to those who dont want children. Deepa Suryanarayan tells you five things child-free women hate hearing from people with kids.

Shunali Khullar Shroff: Mom's The Word

Her debut non-fiction novel 'Battle Hymn of a Bewildered Mother' hilariously explores the challenges of parenting in the 21st century. One-time journalist, now blogger and full-time mom Shunali Khullar Shroff talks to Hi! Blitz about the role of gay marriages in parenting, how much of a hands-on dad Shravan Shroff is and the bias that exists about pretty women being taken seriously.

'We feared for our grandson' - Daniel Morcombe tragedy

Twenty years after their son's death, the Morcombes' grandchild has been targeted

We Need To Talk About... Co-parenting

In her new book, magazine editor Justine Cullen reveals the lessons she’s learnt about the pain and pleasure of raising kids with an ex