5 positive parenting suggestions to guide you through the dynamic journey of parenthood

11 months ago

5 positive parenting suggestions to guide you through the dynamic journey of parenthood

India TV News

In the ever-evolving landscape of parenting, staying abreast of the latest trends and adapting to the changing needs of our children is crucial. Here are five positive parenting suggestions by Sonali Sarkar, Mom blogger, Certified in Child Nutrition and Child Care, to guide you through the dynamic journey of parenthood in 2024 and beyond. Engage with your children in their online world, understand the platforms they use, and guide them in navigating the digital realm responsibly. Cultivate a Growth Mindset: As we navigate an ever-evolving world, instilling a growth mindset in our children becomes a powerful tool for success. Outdoor activities not only promote physical well-being but also offer a chance for children to connect with nature, fostering a sense of responsibility towards the environment.

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What exactly is good parenting? 4 techniques to use

1 year, 3 months ago

What exactly is good parenting? 4 techniques to use

Hindustan Times

Good parenting is an intensive process that entails empowering your child to grow up to be a self-assured and caring person but fundamentally, it starts with self-care. 4 techniques to use In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Tanya Mehra, Certified in Child Nutrition, Nutrition and Yoga, shared, “A key component of successful parenting is being an informed parent. Maintaining your …

Positive parenting: Exploring the impact of feedback on child's mental health and well-being

1 year, 3 months ago

Positive parenting: Exploring the impact of feedback on child's mental health and well-being

Hindustan Times

Every parent wants their child to succeed and live a happy and healthy life. However, early parental feedback, whether positive or negative, can have a major impact on a child's mental health, laying the foundation for their emotional resilience and psychological development. Therefore, your parenting style and home environment can have a significant impact on your child's mental health," says …

Tips on finding the right balance for effective parenting

1 year, 4 months ago

Tips on finding the right balance for effective parenting

Hindustan Times

All parents are confronted with the common dilemma – what is the degree to which they should be disciplinarians without being overbearing, authoritative without curbing the child’s freedom and loving and caring without spoiling or pampering the child too much. For effective parenting, one must learn to strike the right balance as parenting can be a joyful yet challenging experience …

7 ways to practice positive parenting

1 year, 5 months ago

7 ways to practice positive parenting

Live Mint

Positive Parenting has lately become quite the buzzword, garnering much attention. Especially applied to the Indian context, it would be fair to acknowledge that the role and responsibility of caring for children goes beyond parents, to include other family members. This network of people plays a key role in shaping the child’s life and future. Research affirms that positive parenting …

Finding confidence in parenting: Tips for overcoming self-doubt on the journey of raising children

1 year, 6 months ago

Finding confidence in parenting: Tips for overcoming self-doubt on the journey of raising children

Hindustan Times

Parenting is an act of selfless service and an opportunity to tone our muscles of unconditional acceptance, love, and compassion. Tips to Overcoming Self-Doubt in Parenting Mynoo Maryel, life coach and author, shares with HT Lifestyle, some valuable tips for finding confidence in parenting and overcoming self-doubt. Shift your behaviour, from being in command and wanting to control, to seeing …

Positive parenting: 5 principles for cultivating the right attitude and behaviour in your children

1 year, 6 months ago

Positive parenting: 5 principles for cultivating the right attitude and behaviour in your children

Hindustan Times

As parents, we all strive to raise children who embody positive values, possess a strong sense of empathy, and exhibit respectful behaviour. Essential parenting principles can guide you in nurturing the right attitude and behaviour in your children. Cut to 30 years later today, we hear complex terms like 'Helicopter parenting’, 'Freeway parenting', 'Snow plough parenting', 'Tiger parenting' and lots …

Positive parenting: 5 principles for cultivating the right attitude and behaviour in your children

1 year, 6 months ago

Positive parenting: 5 principles for cultivating the right attitude and behaviour in your children

Hindustan Times

As parents, we all strive to raise children who embody positive values, possess a strong sense of empathy, and exhibit respectful behaviour. Essential parenting principles can guide you in nurturing the right attitude and behaviour in your children. Cut to 30 years later today, we hear complex terms like 'Helicopter parenting’, 'Freeway parenting', 'Snow plough parenting', 'Tiger parenting' and lots …

Modern Parenting: 5 Tips for Raising Kids in Today's World

1 year, 9 months ago

Modern Parenting: 5 Tips for Raising Kids in Today's World

News 18

Parenting is a challenging and rewarding experience. Therefore, adopting new-age parenting tips is more relevant to today’s world. Kinjal Popat, COO and Co-Founder, R for Rabbit lists out five new-age parenting tips to help parents raise happy and well-adjusted children. As parents, we can help our children develop emotional intelligence by modelling positive emotions, validating their feelings, and teaching them …

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Indian-origin woman's parenthood over travel advice for millennials sparks debate

2 weeks ago

Indian-origin woman's parenthood over travel advice for millennials sparks debate

India Today

An Indian-origin entrepreneur sparked a debate online when she urged millennials to prioritise parenthood over travel for self-discovery. In a post on X, Preethi Kasireddy – US-based co-founder of a fertility company – said that millennials in their 30s should prioritise parenthood over globe-trotting as children offer a deeper journey of self-discovery than travel. Take a look at the post …

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Want To Raise Confident Kids? Try 'Lighthouse Parenting.'

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Want To Raise Confident Kids? Try 'Lighthouse Parenting.'

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING The other day, my 15-year-old son texted me while en route to a reunion event at his old middle school. This spirit of gentle guidance and noninterference is at the heart of what some people are calling “lighthouse parenting.” You may have seen this described as a new parenting trend — perhaps discussed in the context of …

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Factors schools consider during nursery admissions: A comprehensive guide for parents

1 month ago

Factors schools consider during nursery admissions: A comprehensive guide for parents

India Today

When it comes to nursery admissions, schools carefully assess various factors to ensure the best fit for each child. CHILD'S READINESS FOR A STRUCTURED ENVIRONMENT One of the most crucial factors schools consider is the child’s readiness for a structured learning environment. Schools often assess whether the parents' values align with the school’s ethos. Schools appreciate parents who are committed …

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Humour is an efficient parenting tool to connect with your child; study shows benefits for mental development

1 month ago

Humour is an efficient parenting tool to connect with your child; study shows benefits for mental development

Hindustan Times

Humour is a great way for parents to bond with their children. Humour develops cognitive flexibility The researchers from Penn State University found that humour enriches children's upbringing and makes them fun. Benjamin Levi, senior author of the study, elaborated, “Humor can teach people cognitive flexibility, relieve stress, and promote creative problem-solving and resilience.” Good humour has a definite benefit …

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Angelina Jolie makes rare comment on motherhood: ‘Nothing else matters’

1 month ago

Angelina Jolie makes rare comment on motherhood: ‘Nothing else matters’

Hindustan Times

Angelina Jolie opened up about motherhood as she shared that it is the greatest joy in the world. So I hope they can have that as they grow.” Maria is Jolie’s first project in a long time as she previously felt that she “needed to be home more with my kids”. Jolie’s a mother first The actor who was previously …

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Can being your child's 'soulmate' backfire?

1 month ago

Can being your child's 'soulmate' backfire?

India Today

We live in an era where expressing emotions openly has become the norm, and this shift has significantly influenced modern parenting. This wave of free-flowing emotions has brought parents closer to their children, giving rise to soulmate parenting, where both parents are deeply involved in every aspect of their child's life. Understanding soulmate parenting Sumalatha Vasudeva, psychologist, Gleneagles BGS Hospital, …

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The village grows bigger: Parents don’t rely on just their families to raise a child anymore

1 month ago

The village grows bigger: Parents don’t rely on just their families to raise a child anymore

Hindustan Times

When a child grows up, it grows up with the influence of an entire community of people, handpicked by their parents. According to a study led by Talker Research, the ‘village’ that’s required to raise a child is slowly changing with time. 86% of the parents said that they have a different support system to rely on for their child’s …

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CBSE hosts workshops to strengthen parent-school collaboration for child growth

1 month, 1 week ago

CBSE hosts workshops to strengthen parent-school collaboration for child growth

India Today

The Central Board of Secondary Education has organised a workshop series to strengthen collaboration between parents and educational institutions, focusing on fostering holistic child development. One upcoming workshop, titled “Empowering Connections: A Workshop on Effective Communication and Collaboration in Parenting and Education,” will be held in collaboration with Podar Education Network. Direct link to check and download the official notice …

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Archana Mohan’s A Sad-Happy School Day promotes empathy in children through relatable stories

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Archana Mohan’s A Sad-Happy School Day promotes empathy in children through relatable stories

The Hindu

It was a sad day at school. Vivaan and Aanya fought over a kite, Harleen was unable to catch a ball, Amir shivered in cold, unable to put on his coat But the real turning point came when Miss Jaya, the class teacher, stepped in and asked a powerful question: “Who wants to help a friend?” In a gentle, non-preachy …

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Transform your parenting: 7 game-changing tips to connect with your child

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Transform your parenting: 7 game-changing tips to connect with your child

Hindustan Times

The first step for parents, towards building bonds with their kids, is to understand the importance of adapting communication techniques to each child’s unique personality and developmental needs, especially for children with special needs. Involving stakeholders, NGOs support parents of children with special needs by providing tools and strategies to enhance active listening, making sure each child is fully understood. …

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Parenting hacks: Want a stronger bond with your child? Start with these 5 communication tips

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Parenting hacks: Want a stronger bond with your child? Start with these 5 communication tips

Hindustan Times

Communication is the foundation of a healthy parent-child relationship. Use age-appropriate language Children’s cognitive abilities evolve as they grow, and it’s crucial that parents adjust their language and communication styles to match the child’s developmental stage. In this digital age, several leading apps available in the market are designed to assist parents in building healthy relationships with their children by …

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How to be a good parent in the modern age: Forget everything you've been told, says a top psychologist. Here's the science-backed truth about screens and sugar - and exactly how to tell your child off

1 month, 2 weeks ago

How to be a good parent in the modern age: Forget everything you've been told, says a top psychologist. Here's the science-backed truth about screens and sugar - and exactly how to tell your child off

Daily Mail

Love, firm boundaries, consistency, quality time, praise – and of course discipline when needed. Even those whose children have turned out pretty much as they expected tend to be fixated on things like the way their children don’t love reading as much as they do. This focus on habits morphs into a core parenting assumption as they get older: we …

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Here's The 1 Thing Parents Get Wrong About Raising Confident Kids

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Here's The 1 Thing Parents Get Wrong About Raising Confident Kids

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Raising confident kids today can feel like an uphill battle — particularly in a time when social media stirs up feelings of inadequacy, comparison and self-doubt among young people. The key thing to remember, she said: “Competence builds confidence, not praise.” “Telling your kid they’re amazing is not going to make them feel like they’re amazing. Just …

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Building a Positive Parent-Child Relationship: 3 Essential Behaviors for Enhancing Mental Health

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Building a Positive Parent-Child Relationship: 3 Essential Behaviors for Enhancing Mental Health

Hindustan Times

The article emphasizes the importance of nurturing a child's mental health by adopting healthy behaviors as a parent. It highlights the significance of providing constructive attention, appreciating and rewarding their achievements, and fostering a holistic approach that encompasses physical and mental well-being. By prioritizing these practices, parents can create a safe and supportive environment that fosters a child's emotional and …

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Parenting and emotion regulation: How a psychological concept turned into a hot bit of online advice.

2 months, 1 week ago

Parenting and emotion regulation: How a psychological concept turned into a hot bit of online advice.

Slate

We’ve had resilience, we’ve had self-care, we’ve had grit. And now you go there, and it feels like everyone tells you they’re doing emotion regulation,” says Yulia Chentsova Dutton, a cultural psychologist at Georgetown University who studies emotions. “Emotion regulation is an effort to change your emotion in some way, either to upregulate, to increase its intensity, or downregulate,” says …

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I Just Found Out I’m Going to Be a Dad. I Never Pictured Having to Raise Kids Like This.

2 months, 2 weeks ago

I Just Found Out I’m Going to Be a Dad. I Never Pictured Having to Raise Kids Like This.

Slate

This is part of Wedge Issues, a pop-up advice column about politics, running now through the election. Jerry Seinfeld has a bit in which he quotes Warren Beatty telling him: “One of the nice things God does is that he doesn’t let people who don’t have kids know what they’re missing.” Having experienced being a parent and not being a …

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Parenting the parent

3 months ago

Parenting the parent

New Indian Express

Radhika, 26, lives with her single mother and younger brother. Her mother worked long hours to make ends meet, often leaving Radhika to handle day-to-day tasks. ‘Parentification of children’ refers to a role reversal between a child and their parent, where the child is placed in a position to act as the caregiver or emotional supporter for their parent; often …

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Stress from parenting is finally recognized as a crisis. Maybe it’s time to stop blaming parents

3 months, 1 week ago

Stress from parenting is finally recognized as a crisis. Maybe it’s time to stop blaming parents

Salon

Surgeon General recently released a report titled Parents Under Pressure: The U.S. While many parents may roll their eyes at the surgeon general's report, it may be a positive step that it at least acknowledges the struggles parents face today. We need your help to stay independent Subscribe today to support Salon's progressive journalism It's also essential for us as …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Parents can’t function they’re so stressed, surgeon general warns

Politico

“The stress and the loneliness that parents are dealing with at a disproportionate level has real implications,” Murthy told POLITICO. “We’ve got to provide more financial support.” Chronic and excessive stress caused in part by the bills they have to pay exacerbates parents’ mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety, and can hurt children’s development. Asked on CBS News’ Face …

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I Spend Each Summer Out Of The U.S. With My Child, And This Is The Biggest Difference

4 months, 2 weeks ago

I Spend Each Summer Out Of The U.S. With My Child, And This Is The Biggest Difference

Huff Post

Bunches of apples clatter to the ground as giggles fill the air. As Erika Thomas, a Miami mom who has taken her two children to Europe and South America, said: “Everywhere we have gone, it’s very apparent that children are considered in day-to-day life. For example, in Colombia, shopping malls have ball pits and trampolines, and restaurants have face painting, …

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Parenting not an emergency service but an ongoing learning process

5 months, 1 week ago

Parenting not an emergency service but an ongoing learning process

New Indian Express

KOCHI: Parents of a teenage boy are worried about their son’s overindulgence in mobile phone and screen. The boy obviously became confused and agitated when the permissiveness he enjoyed in childhood suddenly shifted to restrictions during teenage. Parenting is not just an emergency service or a crisis intervention strategy that has to be mobilised to put an erring child on …

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Empowering fathers: Tips for men to support your partner during pregnancy

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Empowering fathers: Tips for men to support your partner during pregnancy

Hindustan Times

Pregnancy is a transformative journey for both the mother and the father but while much of the focus is often on the mother-to-be, the father's role is equally significant. Active involvement of the father during pregnancy can provide emotional support, reduce stress and create a stronger bond within the family. Empowering fathers: Tips for men to support your partner during …

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Guide, not pamper

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Guide, not pamper

The Hindu

“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through the experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.” — Helen Keller In today’s world, parents often unknowingly craft their children into “snowflakes”, moulding them into fragile beings with an entitlement syndrome. Working parents seek asylum under the busy and hectic lifestyle for …

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Parenting: Do new parents need to freak out about their sons? Not like this.

6 months, 1 week ago

Parenting: Do new parents need to freak out about their sons? Not like this.

Slate

I don’t have one. She describes with poignancy what a trial it can be to host a screen-free playdate when the boys involved end up “wandering around aimlessly, asking repeatedly when they can next play video games.” So many of the concerns throughout this book—loneliness, suicidality, alienation—seem as if they could bring readers of BoyMom together with the many conservative …

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Pro-pregnancy fertility counselling: Essential tips for expectant parents on navigating parenthood

6 months, 1 week ago

Pro-pregnancy fertility counselling: Essential tips for expectant parents on navigating parenthood

Hindustan Times

Pro-pregnancy counselling helps with guidance and assistance to individuals or couples who are planning or currently experiencing a pregnancy. Pro-pregnancy fertility counselling: Essential tips for expectant parents on navigating parenthood In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Padma Srivastava, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospitals in Pune's Lullanagar, explained, “Pro-pregnancy counsellors offer support and practical advice suited to the …

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15 Reasons Parenting A Teen Is Actually Pretty Great

6 months, 2 weeks ago

15 Reasons Parenting A Teen Is Actually Pretty Great

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING As a parent, every age and stage of your kids’ lives comes with its unique set of ups and downs. “I was really afraid of the teen years, but it’s been my favorite stage so far,” reader Gwen S. wrote on Facebook. Whether it be feeding himself when I don’t have time or energy, trying a new …

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Setting boundaries with love: 10 effective discipline strategies for toddlers every parent should know

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Setting boundaries with love: 10 effective discipline strategies for toddlers every parent should know

Hindustan Times

Toddlers are naturally inclined to challenge boundaries as they gain independence and knowledge of the world, and parents know that setting boundaries for their young children is crucial to their safety and development. Unlock the secrets to smooth parenting with these effective discipline strategies tailored specifically for toddlers. Effective Discipline Strategies for Toddlers Dr. Anita Madan, Head of Curriculum Development, …

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Parenting a perfectionist? Here are tips to recognise signs, understand risks and provide effective support

7 months ago

Parenting a perfectionist? Here are tips to recognise signs, understand risks and provide effective support

Hindustan Times

Some children show signs of perfectionism from early on. Signs of perfectionistic concerns in children and adolescents may include: -Children being highly critical of themselves -Their reactions to mistakes seeming to be an overreaction -Intense preoccupation and worry over their standards and goals and/or procrastination -Significant change in performance, for example, lower academic results -Irritability and negative emotions, stress and …

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23 parenting tips to help toddlers articulate thoughts and emotions with confidence

7 months, 1 week ago

23 parenting tips to help toddlers articulate thoughts and emotions with confidence

Hindustan Times

Empowering toddlers to articulate their thoughts and emotions with confidence is a collaborative effort that requires patience, understanding and intentional support from parents and caregivers. 23 parenting tips to help toddlers articulate thoughts and emotions with confidence In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Sibi Fakih, Head of Curriculum Development at Kangaroo Kids, suggested a few strategies that we can employ …

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Mental health and well-being- A CWSN perspective

8 months ago

Mental health and well-being- A CWSN perspective

Times of India

An author of the book “Decoding Autism” and a learning disability expert working in the field of mental health from past 20 years. MORE Children with special needs often face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and overall well-being. The Role of Educators and Caregivers: Educators, caregivers, and healthcare professionals play a crucial role in supporting the mental …

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Managing motherhood and leadership: Tips for success

8 months, 2 weeks ago

Managing motherhood and leadership: Tips for success

Hindustan Times

Balancing the demands of motherhood with the responsibilities of leading an organisation is a formidable task that many entrepreneurs face. Managing motherhood and leadership: Tips for success The intersection of these two roles can often feel like a delicate balancing act, with competing priorities vying for attention however, with thoughtful planning and the right strategies in place, it is possible …

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Are you a parent leading a startup? Here are some tips for managing parenthood and startup leadership effectively

8 months, 4 weeks ago

Are you a parent leading a startup? Here are some tips for managing parenthood and startup leadership effectively

Hindustan Times

Balancing the demands of parenthood with the responsibilities of leading a startup is a formidable task that many entrepreneurs face. Parenthood brings immense joy and fulfillment but it also requires significant time, attention and energy while leading a startup demands relentless dedication, creativity and resilience and the intersection of these two roles can often feel like a delicate balancing act, …

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A guide to parenting in the digital age

9 months ago

A guide to parenting in the digital age

Live Mint

It’s an odd choice of TV show to get parenting advice from, but one of my favourite moments during the first season of the spy thriller Mr and Mrs Smith is when Jane Smith starts talking to a man and his young son, immersed in his phone, at a bar. In her book, a guide to being a parent while …

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Let kids enjoy some alone time

9 months, 1 week ago

Let kids enjoy some alone time

Live Mint

The other day, my mother-in-law commented on how surprised she was to see my 9-year-old daughter so content, spending time by herself. ‘Aloneness’ cannot be compared to loneliness, but it has become apparent that modern-day parenting—in its well-meaning attempt at keeping children busy all the time—often overlooks the benefit of encouraging alone time. Psychotherapist Amy Morin, in an article titled …

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Mothers with Mental Illness: Impact on parenting and preventive strategies to alleviate the issue

9 months, 1 week ago

Mothers with Mental Illness: Impact on parenting and preventive strategies to alleviate the issue

India TV News

Parenting is a profound journey that entails nurturing a child's physical, emotional, and psychological development. However, according to Dr Samant Darshi, Consultant Psychiatrist at Psymate Healthcare and Yatharth Super Speciality Hospitals, for mothers grappling with mental illness, the journey becomes more arduous, impacting not only themselves but also their children and families. Effects of Different Disorders on Parenting: The prevalence …

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What being a single mom is like: Risks, benefits, and pitfalls of parenting alone.

9 months, 2 weeks ago

What being a single mom is like: Risks, benefits, and pitfalls of parenting alone.

Slate

A couple of years ago at Christmastime, my now-5-year-old daughter started crying on the way home from school. I think of this situation often when I’m hanging out with a married mom and they describe their spouse’s temporary absence as leaving them a solo parent: “Kevin worked so much when we were first married; I was basically a married single …

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Navigating the digital frontier

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Navigating the digital frontier

Deccan Chronicle

In the vast landscape of the digital world, parenting teenagers requires a delicate balance between setting boundaries and understanding their evolving psychological needs. As parents, recognising these positive aspects while being mindful of potential pitfalls is key.The power of empathetic parenting “Empathetic parenting entails actively listening to teens without judgment and validating their experiences,” says Nupur Dwivedi Pandey, Counselling psychologist …

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Newborn fitness tips: Top 12 ways for baby health and wellness

10 months, 1 week ago

Newborn fitness tips: Top 12 ways for baby health and wellness

Hindustan Times

The significance of prioritising baby health and wellness cannot be overstated as it lays the foundation for a child's entire life journey where the early years represent a critical period of rapid physical, cognitive and emotional development. Newborn fitness tips: Top 12 ways for baby health and wellness In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Kiran Meena, Co- Founder at ParentsnKids …

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Parenting tweens? These are the common challenges and how to handle them

10 months, 1 week ago

Parenting tweens? These are the common challenges and how to handle them

The Independent

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How can parents prioritise their child's emotional well-being during exam season?

10 months, 2 weeks ago

How can parents prioritise their child's emotional well-being during exam season?

India Today

As the academic calendar turns its pages, the exam season looms large, casting its shadow over students and parents alike. While academic preparation is crucial, it's equally important for parents to recognise and address their child's emotional well-being during this challenging time. Acknowledging a child's mental health as a top priority, parents must strive to address concerns efficiently, provide support …

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More Parents Are Embracing ‘Gentle Parenting’ — But There’s 1 Thing Many Get Wrong

10 months, 3 weeks ago

More Parents Are Embracing ‘Gentle Parenting’ — But There’s 1 Thing Many Get Wrong

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING You’ve probably come across the phrase “gentle parenting.” It encompasses a lot of ideas, leaving plenty of room for disagreement. We asked several experts what they think the phrase “gentle parenting” means and why many of today’s parents are eschewing the disciplinary tactics they grew up with and turning to a new set of tools. Nanika Coor, …

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5 Key Components Of Emotional Well-Being

11 months, 2 weeks ago

5 Key Components Of Emotional Well-Being

News 18

Navigating life inevitably brings a range of challenges, often accompanied by a mix of emotions, not all of them positive. This encompasses cultivating resilience amidst difficulties, nurturing positive connections, recognising emotions without self-judgment, and discovering joy and purpose in ordinary moments. Yet, for those who have spent a substantial part of their early lives in survival mode, managing these emotions …

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Redefining parenting: Art of benign neglect

11 months, 4 weeks ago

Redefining parenting: Art of benign neglect

Deccan Chronicle

Parenting ain’t easy, but a lot depends on the approach. “I’m not trying to live their life, and I don’t mind that they see that I love mine.” Arnold Schwarzenegger, the father of five adult children, has also spoken of parenting “like a drill instructor.” The 13 Going on 30 actress was most likely not advocating neglecting children’s needs but …

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The 1 Thing That Child Therapists Say Harms Kids' Happiness The Most

1 year ago

The 1 Thing That Child Therapists Say Harms Kids' Happiness The Most

Huff Post

Children and adolescents in the U.S. today reap the benefits of decades of medical and psychological research. “Many may think that kids are just happy and have nothing to worry about,” Ariana Hoet, pediatric psychologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Ohio and executive clinical director of On Our Sleeves, told HuffPost. “I think parents often interfere with their children’s happiness …

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Whether to have children: Ambivalent motherhood shouldn’t be this lonely.

1 year ago

Whether to have children: Ambivalent motherhood shouldn’t be this lonely.

Slate

When you turn 40 with no kids and a profound ambivalence about having them, you become acutely aware of just how little time you have left to get over your indecision. Maternally ambivalent women are told over and over again to look deep inside ourselves, to tune out social expectation and fear of regret and the voices of our anxious …

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Tips to foster positive mental health in strict parenting homes

1 year, 1 month ago

Tips to foster positive mental health in strict parenting homes

Hindustan Times

Creating a healthy environment in strict parenting homes is essential for fostering positive mental health in children where striking a balance between discipline and emotional support is key to ensuring that children grow up with a strong sense of self-esteem, autonomy and emotional well-being. Tips to foster positive mental health in strict parenting homes The book was divisive and controversial …

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Now coaches can help you develop a positive parenting style

1 year, 1 month ago

Now coaches can help you develop a positive parenting style

Live Mint

One of the most common comments offered to a new parent is that raising children will come to them naturally. With growing awareness on how parenting styles can affect a child’s development, even impacting their adulthood, parents of today are actively seeking help to raise their child right. From fetal growth during every stage of the pregnancy to common challenges …

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Life as a parent

1 year, 1 month ago

Life as a parent

Deccan Chronicle

They say that becoming a parent transforms your life, and while you may not know how true this statement is, it is fair to say that life changes tremendously once you have a child to care for. Parents have the responsibility of protecting and nurturing their children, which changes their perspectives and transforms them into more mature and discriminating decision-makers,” …

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Adult children and breakups: How grieved is a parent allowed to be?

1 year, 1 month ago

Adult children and breakups: How grieved is a parent allowed to be?

Slate

I could sense the thought hovering, slinking its way sideways like a floater across your field of vision. M’s first real relationship—long-distance during her senior year at college, then blossoming when the pandemic sent her abruptly home without a graduation —had been a good one. Her graduation and her big brother’s wedding had both been canceled in that one grim …

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