Last year 10 million tourists from around the world heeded this fast-track nation’s siren call to savour its multiple charms.
An explanation
There must be very few in India who are unaware of the multiple charms of Malaysia as a tourism destination. This relatively parvenu nation’s $57 million (Rs.251 crore) media campaign that kicked off […]
Black urad dal (black gram) is rich in protein, iron, folic acid and fibre, which aids digestion. More important, it’s a good source of calcium, which helps children develop healthy teeth and bones. Try out these easy-to-cook black gram recipes: writes Khushboo Nehaal Jashnani
A highly recommended physical activity which provides both enjoyment and fitness is rebounding i.e, bouncing on a trampoline, Writes: Khushboo Nehaal Jashnani
The World Health Organisation (WHO) advises children aged 5-17 years to engage in at least 60 minutes of moderate to intense physical activity every day. While some children actively participate in games and sports, […]
You probably have a half-filled pastel-coloured baby record book with early photographs of your tiny tot. But what about the following years and their memories? You might have many digital photos that never got sorted or printed.
There are many other precious bits of your child’s life that you are likely to want to remember. […]
1. Walking. Get some exercise together and slow down for chats and to watch morning birds.
2. Jogging. Burn fat together
3. Swimming. Everyone enjoys splashy fun.
4. Playing ball. Getting sweaty for a good game is always a pleasure.
5. Shuttlecock. This provides exertainment!
My son feels left out of the ‘gangs’ at school. How do I help him cope?
Find out why this is happening. Is he new to the school, or is he very different from those he wants to be friends with?
Share your childhood experiences of being left out and explain that it is not because […]
Ever wonder how Archimedes got his ‘a-ha’ moment while lounging in a bathtub? Or how Newton unravelled the secret of gravity while dozing under an apple tree? If recent research is to be believed, it may well be because the wandering mind is fertile ground for creative problem solving! The findings of several separate […]
Tired of giving in to your child’s demands and ‘bribing’ your child? If you have fallen into the trap of bribing your child so much that she will not help you with any chores unless you promise to buy her some goodies, it’s time to change the transactional interface.
PW invited parents of Greenwood High, Bengaluru to share insights on how they teach their children to be respectful of adults and other children
“Our son Nalan (KG I) is allowed to choose any set of clothes he wishes to wear, bedtime stories he chooses to read, among other decisions. Moreover we insist on using the […]
If you have a child, you are likely to have many toys, games and books strewn around the house.
You might have spent hours browsing and choosing, reading labels about how educational a toy is, or how it can build your child’s IQ. Or, you might have a shelf of birthday gifts and well-used toys […]
For professionally qualified business management graduates, there’s high demand for careers in market research which is becoming increasingly sophisticated
T he numbers-crunching back-room boys of high-flying marketing strategists of industry — especially of the glamorous FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) industry — are low-profile market researchers who provide the vital demographic, qualitative research and other data, […]
PW invited parents of Tatva Global School, Hyderabad to share insights on how they inculcate compassion in their children
“Instilling compassion is essential to nurture empathetic human beings. My elder daughter Samyuktha K. (class III) is a prolific reader and what she reads substantially shapes her thoughts and opinions. Therefore, we decided to buy her […]
Khushboo Nehaal Jashnani recommends three useful apps covering child safety, reading and maths skills
FIND MY KIDS : GPS TRACKER GEO TRACK TECHNOLOGIES INC; ANDROID 7.0
This inventive app enables parents to track and pinpoint the exact location of their child through a mobile phone or smartwatch that is with her. It allows you to designate […]
A tritagonist is the third most important character in a story. She may act as the instigator or cause of suffering of the protagonist. Her presence in a tale ensures sympathy for the main character.
In fiction writing, authors often use a variety of literary devices to create compelling and multi-dimensional characters. One such is […]
I was blessed with a baby girl yesterday. I notice that I am secreting only a few drops of breast milk. I’m worried this may not be sufficient to feed my infant whose birth-weight is below normal.
— Shereen Vijay, Chennai
Soon after delivery, progesterone levels dip, causing stimulation and secretion of prolactin hormone by […]
My ten-year-old son is aggressive and short-tempered. On some occasions he has also hit himself. In school too, he gets into fights with classmates. I am very worried. Please advise.
— Shruti Deshpande, Mumbai
I’m sure it’s distressing to see your son display aggressive behaviour and harm himself. I recommend that you consult a professional psychologist/counselor […]
Kids are better regulated emotionally, more resilient and more open-minded when their fathers are involved in their education and socialisation. Nurturing dads raise emotionally intelligent children — making society more respectful and equitable, writes Kevin Shafer
When my oldest son was born in July of 2008, I thought I could easily balance my career and my […]
In India, where there is a tradition of patriarchal, interfering parenting, free-range parenting has come like a fresh breath of air with a rising number of new millennial parents rebelling against anxiety-driven, risk-averse child rearing writes Cynthia John, Mini P. & Khushboo Nehal Jashnani
Which parenting style is the best? For new as well as experienced […]
It’s the duty of all parents to lead by example and also teach their children to communicate with autistic children with sensitivity and empathy writes Ritu Jain
Does your child have a sibling, neighbour, classmate, or play buddy who is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? If yes, your child may be reporting difficulty in communicating […]
Homophobic name-calling harms mental health of teens
Homophobic name-calling whether as friendly banter or traumatic bullying has a damaging impact on the mental health of adolescents, says a research study led by Dr. Kai Lin, a sociologist and criminologist at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). “Those who experienced homophobic name-calling, regardless of intention, reported […]
Overdue wake-up call
Your well-researched cover story ‘Rising tide of child and youth suicides’ (PW June) supported by a wealth of data, sent shivers down my spine. It’s an overdue wake-up call for unsuspecting middle-class parents who believe that topping national entrance exams is the prerequisite of success in later life. The time has come […]
Over the past half century parenting has evolved into a highly developed behavioural science. A mountain of research studies, books, and manuals has been written explaining and dissecting parenting styles to best develop children into happy, confident and successful adults. In the 1960s, American clinical and developmental psychologist Diana Baumrind was the first to formally […]
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