The recent tragedy involving the sisters in Ghaziabad is more than just a headline about gaming or obsessive subcultures; it is a profound wake-up call for parents everywhere. It highlights a silent crisis many families are currently navigating: a world where children are deeply connected to their screens but increasingly disconnected from the reality around […]
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January 2, 2026 Many of us grew up in an era where children’s books meant a copy of Tinkle, Famous Five, or the classic Panchatantra tales. While those hold a special place in our hearts, the world of children’s literature has expanded tremendously. Today, parents are often overwhelmed by the sheer volume of choices. How
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December 15, 2025 As a child and adolescent psychologist with over 10 years of experience, I’ve found that one of the most underrated parts of my job is “toy shopping.” To help children grow, I need to know exactly what’s on the market and which toys actually help build the skills kids need today. Welcome
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If I told you that you were making your child smoke 8 to 12 cigarettes a day, you would probably be outraged. “Tania, what are you saying? That’s impossible!” you’d say. Unfortunately, for families living in Delhi NCR, this is our harsh reality. Recent studies suggest that breathing the current air in our city is
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It is a statistic that keeps me up at night, and it should concern every parent in India: childhood and adolescent suicide rates have risen by almost 65% in the last decade. When I share this with parents, the reaction is almost always the same—a mix of shock and paralyzing fear. “God forbid it’s my
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Hello parents. In the wake of frightening public events, like the recent bomb blasts discussed in Delhi, it’s natural for us to feel anxious and uncertain. But for our children, these events can be even more confusing and terrifying. They are surrounded by snippets of adult conversations, alarming news flashes, and a general sense of
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Hello parents. As a child therapist, my primary goal is to support the well-being of your children. Often, this extends beyond emotional health and into the everyday choices we make for them. Today, I need to talk about a critical, overlooked danger hiding in plain sight on our supermarket shelves: mislabeled Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS)
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Screen-Free Activities for My Child Toddlers around 18 months of age are constantly moving, exploring, and testing boundaries. At this stage, their brains are developing rapidly, and their bodies are learning to follow. But how do you keep a 1.5-year-old engaged at home without relying on screens? Here are four developmentally appropriate, screen-free activities that
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NO MORE TEARS: Helping Toddlers Settle in School A gentle guide for parents navigating the first days of playschool Starting playschool is a big milestone—and one that often comes with tears, tantrums, and anxious goodbyes. Whether your child is starting school for the very first time or returning after a break, the transition can feel
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Back to School:Without Tears or Tantrums ! Crying at the gate, with the teacher taking your little one to school? Screaming on the way as a means of protest against going to school? Crying so much that they fall ill? Not eating at school because they’re angry/uncomfortable/sad? Sounds familiar? As schools reopen soon, these memories
