Why giving smartphones to calm down kids’ tantrums may not be healthy
Parental digital emotion regulation leads to the inability of children to effectively regulate their emotions later in life, says study. Are you one of those... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaPressure to be perfect raising burnout in parents, anxiety in children: Study
Parent’s mental health and behaviours strongly impact their children’s mental health. Societal pressure to be perfect is increasing parental burnout and raising... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWant your children to eat healthier? Start by consuming a better diet yourself, US study says
Researchers say that parents tend to choose unhealthy foods for themselves after choosing a healthy meal for their young children. This dynamic isn't ideal. Key Points
ThePrintBridgerton star Charithra Chandran's statement just shows desi parents are the same everywhere
The world has changed. But for desi parents, a job means going to a brick-and-mortar office all suited up and getting a paycheque at the end of the month. Key Points
ThePrintThis Indian-origin mom's $1.3 billion startup is changing school conveyance in US. Details here
Zum, founded by Ritu Narayan, started as a self-financed Uber-like platform offering parents a reliable transportation solution with a mobile app for scheduling rides and tracking children's locations, now worth $1.3 billion with contracts in multiple states. Key Points
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Move over FDs! parents tutored by children looking at other investment options
Parents, who were happy with fixed deposits, are being tutored by children on other investment options. Investors, young and old, must be aware of the risks. Sridharan S, founder of investment adviser Wealth Ladder Direct, recalls a PSU banker, who watched his children make enormous profits from stocks during the Covid-time boom. When he decided to take the plunge, he ended up losing most of his retirement corpus. Key Points
Economic TimesParental Controls on Apps Don’t Work. Here’s a Better Way.
Social-media childproofing is rarely used. Instead, companies should protect kids—and parents should teach teens to defend themselves. Key Points
mintIn UP, senior citizens may soon be able to evict their children from their house if 'unhappy' with them
Social welfare dept's proposal seeks to amend rules of Maintenance and Welfare of parents Act which requires children to care for their elderly. Draft to be tabled again in January. Key Points
ThePrintSmartphone overuse can strain parent-child relationships: Study
On average, parents spend nearly two hours with their children, but 75% of parents admit to using their phones during this time. Three out of four children frequently voice their apprehensions about their parents devoting excessive attention to their phones when they are together. Majority of parents tend to provide their children with smartphones at around the age of 14, often equipped with parental controls. This decision is primarily driven by security concerns, as well as the recognition that smartphones are increasingly essential for educational purposes. Key Points
Economic Times4 ways your relationship with your parents affects who you choose as a partner
Our parents shape our romantic relationships, a therapist said. Their dynamic acts as a model, and we often seek partners with similar traits. Key Points
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Dad, I killed 10 Jews... God bless you son, applauds father: Shocking phone recording reveals
A recently released phone recording by the Israel Defense Force (IDF) exposes a Hamas terrorist bragging to his parents about killing Jews. The unidentified terrorist claims responsibility for the deaths of 10 Jews and shares photos of his victims. The conversation took place after a major attack by Palestinian Hamas militants, leading to Israel declaring war on Hamas and subsequent bombings in Gaza. Key Points
Economic TimesGrandparents don't always know what is best for your child
Grandparents don't always know what's best. These grandparents gave their 3 and 5-year-old grandsons champagne and told them to lie about it. Experts say parents need to speak up. Key Points
InsiderHaryana village backs parents held for killing daughter. ‘They warned, she didn’t listen’
The parents claimed the death was a washing machine accident; then villagers intervened & said it was a case of suicide. But none of them can keep up with the stories they have created. Key Points
ThePrintI'm having a midlife crisis. I don't want my parents to die, and I don't want my teenage daughter to leave me.
She is 51 and is having her midlife crisis. She doesn't want her parents to die and her daughter to leave her. These feelings remind her of being young and scared. Key Points
InsiderWe can't ignore our parents getting older. Here's how to have 'the talk' with them about aging and senior care.
You can't ignore your parents getting older. A nurse practitioner caring for seniors guides how to discuss aging and what type of support they'll need. Key Points
InsiderI have older parents and no kids. I combat the worry by staying present.
When my father celebrated his 80th birthday I reflected on hard it is to see my parents aging. I stay present to combat the worry. Key Points
InsiderBihar: parents perform missing son's last rites, he returns home 7 years later
A man from a village in Patna ran away from his home seven years ago, leaving his parents in the dark about his whereabouts. He was recently reunited with his parents who presumed he was dead. Key Points
India TodayAre you a toxic parent? Here are signs to look for
The profound impact of a toxic parent can be devastating. From physical and emotional weakness to destructive behaviours, the cycle takes its toll on lives. Key Points
Hindustan TimesHow to avoid diet talk and set safe boundaries
As a teen, I had disordered eating and needed to set boundaries. I’m in recovery but hearing about dieting can be triggering. Here’s what I told my parents. Key Points
InsiderOnly child choosing to not have kids: my parents support my decision
As an only child, I felt pressure to have kids so my parents would have grandchildren. But I've chosen a child-free life, and my parents support me. Key Points
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Two teen brothers drown in Yamuna in Karnal
The victims, Sagar, 18, and Sushant, 15, of Taraori of Karnal, had gone to take a dip in the river with their parents and younger sister when the incident took place. As per information, the brothers got trapped in the mud and failed to come out and eventually drowned. The parents informed the police and later, a team of divers was called in. Key Points
Hindustan Times‘India can well look after her own...’ 59 MPs write to German ambassador to repatriate baby girl Ariha Shah to India
59 MPs from 19 political parties have written to the German ambassador to India seeking his intervention in ensuring the return of Ariha Shah. The MPs contend that there are no criminal cases pending against any member of the family and it is time to send the baby back home. Key Points
mintWill is key to safeguarding your family’s inheritance
A nominee is like a custodian till the court orders how to divide assets. It is the duty of nominee to split the sum. Key Points
mintGlobal Day of parents 2023: Date, history, significance and all you need to know
Global Day of parents recognizes and celebrates the vital role parents play in shaping our lives. From history to significance, here is all you need to know. Key Points
Hindustan Timesparents in Nordic countries have their babies nap outside in subzero temperatures so they sleep longer and better
When babies nap outside, they often get higher quality sleep. But during the winter, there are a number of risks, including developing hypothermia. Key Points
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Kangana calls out parents of kid with viral 'can I take Vamika on date?' placard
Kangana Ranaut has reacted to a kid showing placard that read ‘Can I take Vamika on date?’ during a match. Vamika is Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's daughter. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesMy parents struggled to fully accept me after I came out as trans. I realized they needed time to process the new me.
After Jack Ori came out, he moved in with his parents, who questioned his decision to transition. Under one roof, they learned acceptance is a process. Key Points
InsiderBabyG makes parenting playful and enriching experiences
Company’s app boasts of 0.25 mn downloads with 35,000 users. Key Points
Financialexpressparents in France will be liable for punishment if they share photos of their children on social media
The bill has been passed by the country's National Assembly and would allow courts to ban parents from posting photos of their children on social media. Even if one parent shares images online, both father and mother would be jointly held responsible for their children's image rights. Key Points
India TodayCouple given wrong embryo to sue Israel hospital for $27m: Report
The parents of a baby born from a wrongly implanted embryo will sue a hospital in Israel responsible for the mixup for nearly $27m. The Israeli Health Ministry has decided against shutting down the clinic but reduced the number of IVF treatments. Key Points
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Jemimah Rodrigues’ parents watched her getting picked in WPL auction over video call from South Africa
In South Africa to support the Indian team, Jemimah Rodrigues' parents realized on auction day that no one was streaming it live. So they had to rely on an old-fashioned jugaad. Key Points
The Indian Expressparents to be sent to labour camp, children to 5-yr jail if found watching Hollywood movies in North Korea
The parents of a child found watching a Hollywood movie will end up spending six months in a forced labour camp. But the children who watched it face an unthinkable five-year sentence. Key Points
India TodayNICU doctor shares what parents of NICU babies need to know
The doctor and her team take care of the most critical infants. She shares seven things every NICU parent should do. Key Points
InsiderNCR’s Shiv Nadar school wades into 'woke' territory. Adds non-binary gender option in forms
Parents can mark their child identifying as non-binary in school's feedback forms. NCPCR receives complaint over use of the term by the school, issues notice to UP, Haryana education dept. Key Points
ThePrint57 Messages in One Day. The Group Text Has Gone Off the Rails.
Chat-chain overload has people at wit’s end. ‘Removing myself feels too aggressive.’ Key Points
mintCooking freezer meals for new parents is the best gift: how I do it.
The best freezer meals for new parents are easy to defrost and reheat. Cooking for them is a unique gift idea that truly helps in those early weeks. Key Points
InsiderSC pulls up Karnataka HC, allows woman ‘illegally detained’ by parents to reunite with partner
While hearing a habeas corpus petition, SC reprimands HC for having adjourned the case 14 times. ‘Depicts a total lack of sensitivity’, says bench led by Justice B.R. Gavai. Key Points
ThePrint5 important things to know as the executor of an estate
These are expert tips from someone who was an executor of an estate. Both her parents died when she was in her 30s and it taught her valuable lessons. Key Points
InsiderChildren can't be monitored 24/7 anymore. parents must focus on autonomy, safe spaces
YouTube Kids and online gaming is not as safe as parents think. Online predators lurk on these platforms. parents must stay alert. Key Points
ThePrintChina's Kindergarten boy gifts gold bars worth ₹12 lakh to girl in his class
A little boy in China gifted gold bars worth USD15,000 to a girl in his nursery school class as an 'engagement gift'. The girl's parents asked her to return the gold bars and contacted the boy's family, who expressed regret. Key Points
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8 positive things you can do for your parents' mental well-being
As your parents grow old, they may experience decline in mental well-being and are at risk of depression, anxiety and dementia. Here's what you can do. Key Points
Hindustan TimesSupreme Court commutes death penalty of Tamil Nadu man for kidnap, murder of 7-year-old boy
A Bench led by Chief Justice of India Chandrachud, said the crime was "gruesome". However, the CJI, reading out the judgment, said the courts had not considered the mitigating circumstances nor had held a separate sentence hearing before condemning the man to death. Key Points
The HinduWho is Akul Dhawan? Indian-American student found dead near Illinois University
The parents of Akul B. Dhawan, who was found dead outside the UIUC last week, have filed a complaint against the school's police for negligence. Key Points
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