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Why modern parents feel more sleep deprived than earlier generations
1+ hour, 53+ min ago (199+ words) Many modern parents feel chronically sleep deprived, and scientists now believe the reasons may extend far beyond caring for newborns and toddlers. Researchers and sleep experts say today's parenting environment differs significantly from that of earlier generations and ancestral communities,…...
Child bonding with AI chatbot sparks parenting debate online
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (306+ words) A social media post featuring a young child celebrating the "birthday" of an artificial intelligence chatbot has ignited a wider debate on parenting, technology, and the growing role of AI in children's lives. The discussion began after a mother shared…...
Parineeti reacts to Raghav Chadha's paternity leave push
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (553+ words) New Delhi: Actor Parineeti Chopra has expressed an emotional response after her husband and Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha raised the issue of legalising paternity leave during a recent session of the Rajya Sabha. His intervention has sparked a…...
Why Indian fathers don't tie ponytails?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (479+ words) New Delhi: In many Indian households, something as simple as tying a ponytail quietly reflects deeper social norms. While fathers today are increasingly hands-on'packing lunches, doing school drops, helping with homework'grooming tasks like braiding or tying hair have long remained…...
Dutch mom in Mumbai shares parenting differences, goes viral
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (366+ words) A Dutch mother living in Mumbai has gone viral after sharing her honest and relatable experiences of raising a child in India compared to the Netherlands, sparking thoughtful discussions on parenting styles across cultures. After nearly nine years in India,…...
UK mum's barefoot parenting sparks safety vs freedom debate
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (254+ words) A UK-based mother's unconventional parenting choice of allowing her children to go barefoot in public spaces has triggered widespread discussion on child safety and natural development. According to a report by The Sun, 35-year-old Brittany has been raising her four…...
Akshay Kumar recalls father's tough training, shares parenting advice
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (262+ words) Actor Akshay Kumar has opened up about his unconventional childhood, revealing how his father's strict and physically demanding upbringing played a key role in shaping his career and discipline. In a recent interaction, Akshay shared that his father, who had…...
Father's mid-flight apology for toddler wins internet hearts
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (307+ words) A simple yet thoughtful gesture by a father during a flight has struck a chord online, after he made a pre-flight announcement to fellow passengers about travelling with his toddler, seeking patience and understanding. In a viral Instagram reel, the…...
When pressure replaces care, Indian adults revisit childhood truths
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (331+ words) A quiet but powerful conversation is unfolding across Indian social media, as adults reflect on childhood experiences shaped by unspoken rules, constant expectations and emotional restraint. The discussion, sparked by a viral post on parenting, is not driven by anger…...
Sreeleela on adoption: why caregiving goes beyond definitions
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (304+ words) Conversations around motherhood are often framed by rigid expectations'age, biology and traditional family structures. Actor Sreeleela has gently challenged these ideas by speaking about her deeply personal journey of adopting three children by the age of 24, offering a perspective rooted…...