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How To Be A Feminist Dad

Feminism isn’t a battle of the sexes. It’s a movement to end sexism, and the best place to begin is at home.

Neeti Jaychander | November 05, 2024

Is It Selfish To Have An Only Child?

I chose to - and our family is happy, fulfilled and complete!

Neeti Jaychander | October 18, 2024

Travelling With Kids Made Easy

Travelling with your kids sounds daunting, but it can become a fabulous bonding experience, creating memories that are for a lifetime. All it takes is some precision, planning… and a little enthusiasm!

Neeti Jaychander | October 01, 2024

Coping with Mom Guilt: Her Journey as a New Mother and Entrepreneur

For new mothers struggling with similar feelings, Meetali’s story is a reminder that while the challenges are real, so are the solutions. With support, communication, and self-compassion, it’s possible to find a balance that works for both mother and child, allowing both to thrive.

Srishti | August 20, 2024

Are Inchstones The New Parenting Milestones?

The popular parenting trend can foster a supportive environment that prepares children for both the joys and challenges of life.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | July 01, 2024

A Guide To Talk To Your Kids About Disabilities

By teaching children to be kind, empathetic, and inclusive from a young age, you are helping to create a more compassionate and accepting society for everyone.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | May 13, 2024

Mother’s Day | Flourishing Ventures By Dynamic Mother-Daughter Duos

It’s time to delve into stories of some exceptional women, who exemplify the spirit of collaboration and empowerment, leaving an indelible mark on the business landscape in India.

Team Her Circle | May 10, 2024

Parenting Skills Unveiled: A Comprehensive Guide for New Parents

This guide for new parents is a valuable resource offering essential advice and insights for those navigating the journey of parenthood for the first time. 

Team Her Circle | April 23, 2024

How To Raise A Boy In 2024

Those days are far behind when parents raised their sons in the default manner dictated by society for decades. Times have changed, and so has parenting!

Subhashree Pattabiraman | April 23, 2024

For The Ones & Onlys - National Only Child Day

Like everything else, being an only child comes with certain rewards and some pitfalls as well. 

Subhashree Pattabiraman | April 12, 2024

Mum’s The Word: The Hidden Truth Behind Maternal Ambivalence

Mothers love their kids! But can they simultaneously hate motherhood as well? Maternal ambivalence explains this paradox.

Neeti Jaychander | April 01, 2024

Helicopter Parenting And The Effect It Can Have On Your Child

Constantly watching your children may seem like a good idea, but studies and advice from doctors indicate that if done excessively, it may actually impede the development of the child. 

Subhashree Pattabiraman | February 14, 2024

Equipping Your Child To Be Safe & Alert In The Outside World

Using these expert-approved tips and resources, educate your child and make them aware of boundaries, touch and body safety at a young age.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | January 31, 2024

Parenting Children In The LGBTQIA+ Spectrum

To support your children against societal approval and your own subconscious biases might seem like an uphill task at first, but there’s no reason to lose heart.

Neeti Jaychander | November 14, 2023

How To Handle The News Of Your Child’s Sexual Orientation

Here’s how you can find a balance between supporting your child, while giving yourselves time to process as parents. 

Subhashree Pattabiraman | July 18, 2024

Raising Kids Who Understand Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

With DEI becoming an integral part of our social fabric, it is important for children to learn these early on to shape their value systems before they enter adulthood.    

Neeti Jaychander | January 03, 2024

What Is Generational Trauma And How To Cope With It

It's important to remember that recognising generational trauma is a journey that may require professional guidance. Seeking support from therapists or support groups can help in uncovering and healing from generational wounds. 

Srishti | June 24, 2024

How To Help Kids Deal With Rejection

A guide for parents and teachers to help kids handle rejection in a healthy and constructive manner.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | June 17, 2023

How To Raise Environmentally-Conscious Kids

Engage your children in these sustainable practices that teach them to treat the planet kindly and gently.

Neeti Jaychander | June 01, 2024

Practical Life Skills Every Parent Should Teach Their Kids

By teaching kids a diverse range of practical life skills, we empower them to become confident, independent and capable individuals. Here’s how you can prepare your children for the challenges and opportunities they will encounter throughout their lives.

Srishti | June 04, 2023

Becoming A Stepmother By Choice

Nirmala Patil recounts her experience in the journey of motherhood through a stepmother’s lens.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | June 17, 2024

How To Teach Kids Entrepreneurship

It is never too early to begin your child’s entrepreneurial journey with just a few parenting cues at home

Neeti Jaychander | July 23, 2023

How To Co-Parent When You’re Divorced

Set aside the bitterness of a divorce or separation to focus on parenting your children together, putting their needs first.

Neeti Jaychander | April 06, 2024

Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Stepmom

Being a stepmother comes with its stigmas. But is it all that bad? Here's what stepmoms told Her Circle their lives are really like

Karishma Sen | July 29, 2024

How To Break Unpleasant News To Your Child

A guide for parents to help their child find healthy ways to cope with their emotions.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | January 17, 2024

How To Break Unpleasant News To Your Child

A guide for parents to help their child find healthy ways to cope with their emotions.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | May 12, 2023

Are You Micromanaging Your Partner’s Parenting Style?

Maternal gatekeeping refers to a collection of beliefs and behaviours by mothers, which is focussed on parenting children, sometimes to the detriment of inter-parental relationships.

Neeti Jaychander | May 05, 2023

How To Parent A Child With ADHD

The thought of parenting a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be overwhelming, but a few simple guidelines and medical interventions can ease your journey

Neeti Jaychander | April 18, 2023

Body Positivity: A Lesson To Be Taught To Kids At Home And School

Educate your child to develop a healthy, positive body image right from a young age.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | March 23, 2023

Single Parents’ Day: Reflecting On The Challenges Of Single Mothers

Over 4.5 per cent of households in India are run by single mothers. It’s time to celebrate these unsung heroes.

Neeti Jaychander | March 21, 2023

How To Teach Your Daughter To Be Body Positive

How can parents let go of decades-old stereotypical conditioning, and raise their girls in an environment that fosters body positivity?

Neeti Jaychander | May 06, 2024

The Science Behind Parenting

Are there any evidence-backed rules for good parenting? Recent research has revealed that there are some things you could do right, to raise children who are secure, confident, and happy.

Neeti Jaychander | March 30, 2024

Baby Steps Towards Making Your Kid Follow A Routine

Establishing a routine for your kid at a young age can be helpful in the long run.

Subhashree Pattabiraman | October 09, 2024

5 Parenting Goals To Take Women Through 2023

Follow these simple cues to make your parenting journey more enriching.

Neeti Jaychander | January 31, 2023

How Are Gen Z Mothers Parenting Differently From Millennials?

As the first set of Generation Z starts to parent, here are some eye-opening revelations as to what they’re doing differently from their millennial predecessors

Neeti Jaychander | July 02, 2024

War & Peace: Prep Your Children For Conflict Resolution

Children need to understand, process and resolve conflicts effectively – explaining it to them takes time, effort and empathy. Here’s what you should know.

Neeti Jaychander | September 24, 2024

Educating Your Child To Be Respectful To The Less Privileged

It’s important to educate your child on how to be respectful to those less privileged than them. Here’s how you can do it.

Akanksha Narang | September 06, 2022

How To Raise A Child Sensitive To All Genders

Wouldn’t it be nice, if instead of having to change after growing up, our kids could learn to be sensitive to all genders right from their formative years? Here’s how to raise a child sensitive to all genders.

Akanksha Narang | August 17, 2022

The Importance Of A Strong Mother-Daughter Relationship

When a mother first holds her newborn daughter in her arms, a unique bond gets formed.

Team Her Circle | July 08, 2022

How To Raise Your Child As A Single Parent

As per a 2019-2020 report by UN Women, there is an increasing trend of ‘single mothers’

Team Her Circle | June 09, 2022

How To Explain Climate Change And Crisis To Your Child

While we start living more consciously ourselves, it’s important we teach our children to do the same. Here are a few tips for parents on how to teach their kids about climate change and crisis. 

Akanksha Narang | November 16, 2022

How To Prevent Passing On Body Issues To Your Child

Hearing your loved ones talking about their bodies in negative ways is tough, but listening to little kids commenting about disliking their appearance is even more heart-breaking. Here’s a complete guide on cues to look out for and how to avoid passing on body image issues to your child.

Drishti Kapadia | May 28, 2022

Raising Your Child In A Value System Different From Your Family’s

Despite the fact that it’s all about lovin’ your family, we also want to bring up the next set of humans in a manner that aligns with our beliefs—which may be different from our folks’. Here’s how you can do it.

Akanksha Narang | May 27, 2022

Motherhood And The Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO)

Many new mothers feel the Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO) and clearly, it goes beyond the Saturday night shenanigans your friends had without you.

Akanksha Narang | December 18, 2022

How To Manage Stress As A Gen S Mom With Young Children And Ageing Parents

For those who are uninitiated on the term, sandwich generation or gen S moms are those mothers who have growing children and ageing parents.

Akanksha Narang | May 17, 2022

5 Tips To Deal With Mom Guilt

Wondering how to let go of mom guilt? Here’s some advice.

Drishti Kapadia | May 12, 2022

Perils Of The ‘Perfect Mom’ Trope

The narrative of the perfect mother has spread around the world. Across the globe mothers are overworked, underpaid, suffer from anxiety, depression and often feel lonely. Here are real-life accounts of mothers highlighting the dangers of the ‘perfect parent trap’.

Karishma Sen | May 11, 2022

How Cat Moms Stopped Caring About The Sexist Trope Of ‘Crazy Cat Lady’

‘Crazy cat lady’ is a trope that has existed since forever, and continues to remain in the pop culture.

Akanksha Narang | May 10, 2022

Why We Need Gender-Neutral Toys For Kids Instead Of A Blue-Pink Divide

Gender-neutral and moderate masculine/feminine toys are deemed as more educational, and instrumental in developing a child’s cognitive and artistic skills.

Akanksha Narang | May 03, 2022

Raising A Creative Girl Child: 5 Easy Craft Ideas To Try At Home

An afternoon or evening spent doing creative activities does not only go a long way in expanding your girl child’s mind but also lets you bond with her. Here are five craft ideas you can try at home.

Sunetra Ghose | February 19, 2022

Why Parents Should Apologise To Their Children When They Are Wrong

An apology is a power-packed way of communication and can withstand and even repair the damage inflicted by conflicts. Here’s why parents shouldn’t hesitate to apologise to their children.

Akanksha Narang | December 07, 2022

Healthy Habits Every Parent Should Teach Their Children

Your children mirror each and everything you do as they grow up, so it becomes imperative to set a few positive examples and habits that could set them up for life. Here are about ten such healthy habits that you may pass on to your children.

Sunetra Ghose | December 09, 2021

Make Your Child See Holidays More Meaningfully, Less Materialistically

Between using festivals to flaunt our lives to the world and celebrating those in a way that feels warm to us, the latter has a guilt-free ring to it. Here’s how you can help your child see holidays more meaningfully.

Akanksha Narang | December 06, 2021

Why The Way You Talk To Your Child Matters

As parents, we set a precedent for our children on how to behave, and sometimes, even how they feel. And one of the most important ways of connecting with our children is the way we talk to them. So, how does it impact your kids? A mental health expert weighs in.

Sunetra Ghose | December 02, 2021

How To Make Your Child Interested In Learning

Many parents struggle with getting their child to focus on studies. Many children also struggle with the anxiety that comes with the pressure to perform. How do you then help your child develop a keen interest in studying and learning? Here’s how.

Akanksha Narang | November 25, 2021

How To Protect Your Child From Cybercrimes

The kind of cybercrimes and cyberbullying that can happen may vary, but without clear instruction, our children become more susceptible to the many threats present digitally. Here are a few things you can do to protect your child from cyber threats

Akanksha Narang | November 11, 2021

Festivities Galore: Why It Is Important For Children To Embrace Cultural Diversity

In a country such as ours, where various festivals are celebrated to honour the different faiths, it is important to teach your children the importance of cultural diversity from a young age. Here is how it helps them.

Sunetra Ghose | November 10, 2021

Teaching Your Kids About Giving Back This Festive Season

Gratitude, sharing, caring and loving is at the heart of what festivities are all about. How important is it to you that your child understands about giving back as much as they do about receiving?

Karishma Sen | October 21, 2023

How To Raise Feminist Sons

Parents are raising feminist daughters, but is gender equality only a woman’s lookout? To truly establish equality, we need to raise feminist sons.

Akanksha Narang | October 28, 2021

3 Steps To Raising A Strong And Confident Girl Child

There’s no denying that a girl child’s upbringing has a tremendous impact on their personalities, and choices a couple of years down the line. While every accomplishment is celebrated, a look at how to nurture your girl child to be confident and strong is necessary. Here are three steps to take note of.

Sunetra Ghose | October 28, 2021

The 5 Factors To Consider When Choosing A School For Your Girl Child

Finding a school for your girl child, which aligns with your values along with their learning experience is crucial. Here are five factors to keep in mind when you set out school-hunting.

Sunetra Ghose | November 09, 2022

The Importance Of Teaching Your Girl Child Empathy

Empathy is a gift, which many people possess. But is it something we are born with? Or is it acquired? Well, it’s a mix of both. And we learn this as we grow up. Here’s why it’s a good practice to imbibe empathy in your girl child, and some strategies to help you.

Sunetra Ghose | October 24, 2021

How To Raise An Interesting Girl Child

Raising an interesting child may sound like an unheard-of concept, but all it takes is keeping in five crucial factors and incorporating them into your daily life. Here’s a look at what it entails. 

Sunetra Ghose | October 22, 2021

Got A Tech-Savvy Girl Child? Here Are 5 Digital Parenting Tips You Should Remember

Thanks to modern innovation, your girl child is most likely to be online all the time. As they become more tech-savvy, it’s important to know what they’re up to. Here are five digital parenting tips you should remember.

Team Her Circle | November 16, 2022

Is Your Child Becoming A Bully? Here’s What You Can Do About It

What happens when it is your child that is going around bullying other kids? They may not be a victim of bullying but they are a victim of what they may be becoming. 

Akanksha Narang | October 14, 2021

How To Protect Your Girl Child From Early Familial Misogyny

Early familial misogyny is highly potent in terms of shaping children’s mindset, and it is imperative to fix it right from the beginning to avoid further development of hostile attitudes in them, as they grow up. 

Akanksha Narang | November 14, 2022

An Age-wise Guide On Responsibilities Your Girl Child Must Know

A knowledge of chores can help your child go a long way in life. Studies have shown that performing chores imbibes a sense of responsibility and accomplishment once the task is done. Here is an age-wise guide of chores that your girl child must know.

Team Her Circle | October 10, 2021

10 Ways To Motivate Your Girl Child To Be Physically Active

Physical activity plays a very important role in a child’s overall development. Here are some ways you can motivate you girl child to indulge in some play.

Team Her Circle | November 25, 2022

7 Life Skills To Equip Your Girl Child For Success

Life skills and development go hand in hand, and can help your child flourish later in life. Find out which are the most crucial life skills for your child to have and how to incorporate them into your everyday routine.

Team Her Circle | October 09, 2023

How To Build Your Child’s Self-Confidence

Self-confidence is the key to success and the earlier you build it, the easier it is. Here’s how you can raise your child to be a self-confident person.

Akanksha Narang | August 25, 2021

Must Read Blogs For Mommies-To-Be

Welcoming a new life into this world comes with its share of nervousness and excitement, so it’s always a good idea to learn from fellow mommies on what awaits you. Here are some blogs to check out to prep you for motherhood.

Sunetra Ghose | April 09, 2021

CBSE launches comic books as part of curriculum

The comic books have been designed by NCERT based on its curriculum with an aim to increase social and cultural sensitivity among children through teaching.

Team Her Circle | April 02, 2021

How To Be A Responsible Pet Parent

Getting a pet home (adopt, don’t shop, guys) can change your life. However, it is imperative that pets are inducted into a responsible home.

Team Her Circle | March 23, 2021

The Birds And The Bees: An Age-Wise Guide For Parents

We bring you expert advice on appropriate topics to cover when you talk to your child about sex. Here’s our age-wise guide.

Charlene Flanagan | November 12, 2020

How To Talk To Your Child About The Birds And The Bees

It’s been well documented that sex education makes for a powerful tool when it comes to awareness and sexual health. The question remains, when should the education begin, and how to go about it.

Charlene Flanagan | November 12, 2020

Here's Why You Should Talk To Your Child About The Birds And The Bees

Children should be able, and more importantly, fell comfortable enough to talk to their parents about anything, particularly sex. Besides, you want then to learn the right way, don’t you? Which is why it’s important that sex education begins at home. We tell you why. 

Charlene Flanagan | November 12, 2020

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