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‘Mumma, I have made a mansion for you, and the first floor is all yours’, ‘I am making a surprise gift for you, go to another room while I prepare it’ – such words from a child busy by itself can be music to a mothers’ ears.
Every success in life requires few steps and this applies to travel to the US for vacation. Since a lot of people around the world want to visit the US for so many reasons, it makes it difficult to get access to the country if one does not have a good story.
Nearly five years into single motherhood, I finally mustered the guts to write on this sensitive, yet important subject.
If you missed them in 2019, watch them in 2020. Our kids will tell you why!
With the common flu season in full swing, it is not unusual for anyone to panic if there is any symptom that can resemble the dreaded virus.
When and how can I introduce baby feeding bottle,’ is a question every mother asks her pediatrician or fellow new moms. Here’s what my doctor told me.
Keep little ones busy and having fun inside on cold winter days with this selection of 6 popular and exciting indoor activities.
This winter, try and grow these plants indoor to add freshness, vibrancy and cheer to your winter home setting. From bringing in fragrance to those that bloom, reap the benefits of tending living plants throughout winter..
In a scenario like this, adults, as well as children who are young as a few months, are suffering from cold, blocked nose and sometimes even constant headaches.
5 DIY Diya (earthen) decoration ideas to celebrate Green Diwali. Why are these so special? It’s because they hardly require any investment and the final products can be achieved under 200 INR!
This Diwali, decorate your house with beautiful and easy-to-make rangolis using things easily available at home! Here, check out some of the prettiest designs.
Mehndi is one of the most essential parts of getting ready for Karwa Chauth. A night before the fast of Karwa Chauth, there is a hectic run to the market for mehndi application or a lookout for a mehndiwala to apply it in the comforts of one’s house. But, we have made it easy for you. Take a look at these 30 pretty designs.
Even though the world is slowly turning to having both parents working, there are still plenty of mothers out there who give up their careers in order to stay home and raise the children.
My first wobbly steps into motherhood taught me to trust my gut, and I am certain both my children will benefit from having a mother who does.
So, do women really need just the ‘me time’ or they need ‘me time’ plus some help and support to be able to enjoy that so-called ‘me time’. Here are six reasons why just ‘me time’ alone is not enough.
Some ‘me’ time is okay, even if you look mean. You are a flesh and blood being, and you also need to recharge your batteries. So if you have decided that particular time of the day is yours, and no one should disturb you then, including your little ones, it is perfectly alright.
As much as a marriage is considered sacred, partners should not hold on for the wrong reasons. Some signs are red flags that helping oneself is knowing when to divorce. These signs are…
So to all the grandparents who are judgemental and favors favoritism, cronyism or whichever “ism”, as a parent, in fact as a mother, it is my humble and earnest request to you – ‘Stop Being Mean’
Here are awesome mommy-tips to dry clothes indoor faster in the rainy season. Try them out and you can thank me later.
8:00 AM… Breakfast on table…Check; 8:15 AM…Getting the son ready for school …Check; 8:30 AM…Packing his bag and his tiffin box …Check; 8:32 AM…Running to switch off the stove…But the boiling milk pours out and so do my tears…Evaporation…Check; Breakdown…Check!
Women and mothers have always been subjected to suffocating scrutiny, judgmental gazes, kitty party gossips and sometimes harsh treatment. How long must we succumb to these unfair deals? Why isn’t a father asked the very same questions that we are choked with?
If you are wondering what design to opt for this Eid, take a look at the variety of gorgeous and beautiful mehendi designs to wear on the occassion.
A mother’s sense of her own identity and imagery is often consumed by her role as a mom. Here are 10 great moms leaders who can inspire our parenting styles for the best!
During the pre-teen years, you could still put your weight down and have your way, but the same thing is difficult with a teenager. Since puberty is a time when they are going through a lot of physical and emotional changes.
Going into the fifth phase of the 17th Lok Sabha election, here’s a mom who is looking forward to seeing her kids cast their votes for the first time!
Stay-at-home-moms have to shoulder many responsibilities and this can take a toll on their body and mind. Physical and mental exhaustion can surely create havoc.
If your mind is in conflict, and you aren’t too sure how to convince yourself in favor or against the decision then read on. TCT spoke to a few parents and has listed down some of those reasons ONLY after talking to a lot many such parents as to why having just one child is OK!
The usage of mason jars is not limited to just storage purpose today. They can be used in a variety of ways to enliven and decorate the house. Here are 5 genius mom ways to use a mason jar in your kitchen and home this summer.
Post Holi celebrations, one thing which many of us worry about is what to do with leftover Holi colors. If you are also thinking about the same then you have come to the right place. Read on to find more.
We are sure, at least nine out of ten women have some amazing hacks written on their notebooks, but sometimes we are too lazy to do the basic cleaning. Today we bring to you some super easy cleaning hacks.
