Gita: The Battle of the Worlds, by Sonal Sachdev Patel and Jemma Wayne-Kattan is the perfect way to explain the real essence of Gita. Not just children, even adults will find it very relevant to make the importance of Gita teachings felt in our personal lives and not just as a religious text. … [Read more...]
Mommy and Daughters At Home Spa Day with BonOrganik
Manicures, Pedicures, Food, Fun, Music - and matching tees! What could be a better idea to spend a lovely 'Girls Day In' with a Mommy Daughter At Home Spa Day. The Girl Gang in my home flocked together rocking some Uber Cool matching tees from BonOrganik, dipped our feet, painted our nails and had a … [Read more...]
Teen Tuesday – Funny English Puns Big Sis Told Me
So I watched a stand up by Atul Khatri the other day (I am a big fan of stand up comedy as you know!). He was toasting the Justin Bieber concert in Mumbai and the crazy fans. Having a tween girl who is crazy about music, singers and bands, I could totally relate. And like every other 'original' … [Read more...]
Teen Tuesday: Of Dab and Dandruff!
From toddler to teen and everything in between - that is how my current #momlife situation is! Give me potty training anytime! Teens and their hormones are a totally different area of expertise - one which I am still learning to figure out. Starting #TeenTuesday on the blog to share more about being … [Read more...]
Should Parents Let Kids Choose Their Friends?
Well, in some cases - NO! Now before you jump on me for being a dictatorial parent, hear me out. My experiences from parenting newborns to pre-teens has taught me one thing - Never say never! You never know what life is going to bring next. On whether parents should let kids choose their friends, I … [Read more...]
Eat Delete Junior Review and Giveaway
Eat Delete Junior is the latest book by celebrity nutritionist Pooja Makhija and the kiddie version of her bestseller Eat Delete. The book addresses the most important question of parents - Kids' Nutrition. From newborns to teens, Pooja arms parents with tips and ideas on giving their children … [Read more...]
My Parenting Mantra – Respect Your Child’s Individuality
Respect is very important for me in my life. It is essential for me to give and receive respect from everyone who I truly care about. That includes my husband and my kids. And that forms the basis of my parenting mantra - Respect the individuality of your child. Parenting Mantras Parenting is … [Read more...]
Preparing Your Daughter for Her First Period
You might notice the signs of growing up a year in advance. The changes in her body will catch your eye. When you are done fainting that you are the mother of a soon-to-be 'little woman', start thinking about preparing your daughter for her first period. I am the last one of 4 siblings and my … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Celebrate a Real Diwali with Kids
It is so easy to get lost in the symbolic traditions of Diwali and forget its real meaning. We shop and gift and decorate for Diwali, which is fun. But let us go beyond the superficial. As moms, let us make an effort to celebrate a real Diwali with our kids this year. Bring Light to Someone's … [Read more...]
Is Your Teenager Internet Smart?
The internet is a fabulous invention. Things that used to take days or weeks, now take mere minutes. How convenient! Indian kids are nowhere behind in using the internet. And teens have their own mobile phones! But behind the benefits of the internet lurks danger. As a concerned mom, I do what I can … [Read more...]