Building Empathy in Children
Empathy is an important social skill for children. Here are articles on empathy, the importance of empathy in child development, and waysways to teach children empathy.
FEATUREDParent • 10 Mins Read • 90.8K Views
Parenting Strengths And Weaknesses: A Simple SWOT Guide For Effective Parenting
Every parent has strengths they can build on and weaknesses they quietly struggle with. This gentle, practical guide helps you understand your parenting strengths and weaknesses using a simple SWOT framework so you can reflect without guilt, and build healthier, more connected relationships with your child
Pre-teen to Parent • 8 Mins Read • 247 Views
How To Communicate With Teenagers: 5 Proven Parenting Strategies That Work
Struggling to communicate with teenagers without conflict or silence? In this psychologist-backed guide, discover 5 proven parenting strategies that improve teen communication, build trust, and help you understand how to talk to teens with confidence
Primary to 18+ • 4 Mins Read • 7.1K Views
How To Talk To Your Child About HIV: Parent’s Guide To Awareness And Prevention
Sometimes, parents are hesitant to have open discussions about HIV with their child. However, it is vital this sensitive subject is explained to children to ensure they lead healthy, protected lives
Toddler to 18+ • 6 Mins Read • 31.3K Views
Signs Of Controlling Parents: 7 Ways Overcontrolling Parenting Affects Your Child's Emotional Growth
Being protective is natural, but being overly controlling can hold your child back from growing into a confident, independent individual. This article explains how overcontrolling parenting can affect your child's behavior and emotions, and offers simple strategies to encourage independence while still providing guidance and support
Pre-schooler to Teen • 15 Mins Read • 14K Views
Competitive Mom: How Mompetition Affects Children And Tips To Avoid Parenting Pressure
Every child thrives when parenting is about love, not comparison. Learn how mompetition impacts children’s emotional well-being and how you can let go of the race and embrace balance
Toddler to 18+ • 4 Mins Read • 12.6K Views
Parenting Style Quiz: Are You A Tiger, Dolphin, Or Jellyfish Parent?
Curious about your parenting style? Take this fun quiz to find out if you're a tiger, dolphin, or jellyfish parent, and discover what it means for your child’s growth and happiness
Pre-teen to Parent • 8 Mins Read • 8.9K Views
5 Must-Try Tips To Keep The Emotional Connection Alive With Your Teen
If you and your once-affectionate child are growing apart, don't lose heart. Try these expert tips to strengthen your bond with your teen
18+ to Parent • 13 Mins Read • 38.1K Views
Dealing with infertility: How partners could support each other during trying times
Infertility treatments can be intense, taking a physical and emotional toll on both partners. Here are some ideas to help you and your partner get through this hard time
Pre-schooler to Parent • 5 Mins Read • 182.1K Views
Parenting: Here are 5 Strong Signs That Show You Are Doing A Great Job As A Parent
Is changing diapers and warming bottles all there is to parenting? Not at all. Here are five everyday skills that make you a great parent.
Parent • 3 Mins Read • 9.8K Views
The Concept Of Parenting Has Undergone Change. How Parenting Has Evolved Over The Years
With changing times, lifestyles and needs, the way parents now choose to raise kids has also undergone a sea change
Pre-schooler to 18+ • 4 Mins Read • 8.6K Views
Better Listening Builds Healthier Relationships: 6 Ways To Become A Good Listener To Your Children
Listening is an equally important communication skill as speaking. In a parent-child relationship, listening plays a vital role in helping the two bond well. As a parent, are you a good listener?
Infant to 18+ • 10 Mins Read • 19.2K Views
Film Director Ram talks about his movie 'Peranbu', which beautifully captures the bond between a special child and her dad
How can we raise a generation of children who will grow into sensitive and compassionate people and make this world a better place? Film director Ram, through his films, shows us how.
Primary to Parent • 10 Mins Read • 3.4K Views
One year of the pandemic: This is how these four moms tackle their work-from-home issues
A year after the first lockdown was announced, we speak to working mothers from various fields about their journeys during this challenging time
Communities
Join a community to interact with like-minded parents and share your thoughts on becoming a confident parent
Popular
A compilation of the most-read, liked and commented stories on becoming a confident parent
Learning from the masters: PT Usha on how to get your child started with athletics
4 Mins Read • 24.8K Views
-
5 Common Parenting Traps to Avoid
8 Mins Read • 14.6K Views
-
-
Dealing with disappointment: 7 helpful steps to practice when your child disappoints you
4 Mins Read • 28.2K Views
-
They do it all: Working moms share 10 real-time eternal struggles and how they try to overcome them
6 Mins Read • 44.1K Views
-
