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9 tips that can help your child focus and finish their homework

Parentree-editors' blog, Feb 7, 2010 10:27 PM

Having trouble getting your child to finish their homework? Is their focus wavering? Are they getting distracted? Here are some tips that can help. Allocate a time for homework If your child gets ...

Lesser sleep linked to overweight and obesity in children

Parentree-MedSciNews' blog, Nov 3, 2009 9:45 AM

Sleeping for less than 8 hours a night has been shown to increase a child's weight resulting in overweight and eventually obesity. In a new study by researchers in Hong Kong, it has been found tha...

Project Work - To do or not to do

Parentree-editors' blog, Nov 19, 2008 5:53 PM

Projects are added to children’s course work in order to develop their faculties other than what would result from just learning lessons and writing exams. Here are some ways to make it a fulfil...

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10 classic toys for preschoolersEditors picks! We have come up with a collection of popular toys or play stuff for preschoolers (ages 2-5 years) - from our experience as parents and our research. We feel all preschoolers should...
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Toddler development - 18+ to 24 monthsYour baby is now one-and-a-half years (18 months) old. The period between 18 and 24 months is an age where toddlers show a lot of development but there is also very wide variance in when they...
Multiple languages and your child's brainLanguage is a gift that helps us to think, imagine and express ourselves. India has a rich bounty of over 25 languages and hundreds of dialects. Many families and children have regular exposure to...
"It's my choice. I can do what I want" - Common parent-child arguments and what to do...Your daughter asks you for something and you say that she cannot have it. Her response "It's my choice. I can do what I want" Typical example: "I want to eat my kheer before I eat lunch" What...
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In their grandparents "loving laps"It takes a village to bring up a child! Most Indian kids are lucky. They grow up close to their grandparents - their dada/ dadi, nana/nani or their paati/thatha etc. Thanks to our cultural values...
Ranganathittu - Birds, birds and more birdsRanganathittu is an awesome bird sanctuary near Srirangapatna. It is very small, and consists of small islands in the Cauvery, where birds nest. Though small, there are birds, birds, birds...
A trip to AurovilleAuroville is the "experimental" township that is located near Pondicherry (Puducherry). It can be a pleasant day trip from Chennai, and a good place to go even if you are not from Chennai, for...
Indian foods with high proteinHere is a list of Indian foods (pulses, beans, nuts, fish, meat, and milk products) with high protein content. These have approximately 20g or more of protein per 100 gms of the food. Local...
Children and bitingBiting by children is very shocking to parents. There are many reasons why children bite. Understanding them can help parents put an end to the biting. Experimental biting Children may bite...
Fostering fun, wit and humour (Under 2 years)Babies start laughing by four months of age, but that is more in reaction to your happiness and love, rather than due to humour. But it is an important part of developing a sense of humour. Once...
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Comfortable, stylish and easy-on-the-pocket maternity clothes for Indian mothersDuring pregnancy, you start feeling bloated and dowdy and dressing well can really pep you up. Dressing well during pregnancy helps both working women and women who work at home because all women...
Baby carriers - Buying guideResearch has often shown that physical intimacy between parent and child has beneficial effects for both. Baby (or infant) carriers are a great way to achieve this physical intimacy. Babies are...
Learn to talk - Children under 2Learning to talk and express themselves is one of the most critical skills that children will develop. As parents we can help them develop this critical skill. Here are some tips on what we can...
8 read-together classics for parents and young childrenEditors’ picks! We have come up with a collection of classics for little ones (babies, toddlers and even preschoolers). These are some we have really enjoyed and also researched, and feel are...
Teaching your child to accept "No"Many parents say their children do not listen to them. Often this is because their children do not accept when parents say “No”. How do we get children to accept “No” from us? Ensure the...
Children - snoring, sleep apneaSnoring in children is a fairly common phenomenon that parents report. In one study conducted in Chandigarh, India for children between 3 - 10 years, 6% of parents reported this problem in their...
Why children should not drink colas/carbonated drinks!As lifestyles changes occur and as advertising dollars are poured in, our children are drinking more and more colas every day. Here are the reasons why children should not be drinking colas or...
Practical money skills for big kids (over 8 years)As children grow, their understanding of money continues to develop. Their preferences and ability to process messages also becomes more sophisticated and in this phase, parents can teach...
Sibling rivalry - The older child and the new arrivalHaving another baby is a decision that not only impacts parents but also the child or children you already have. Some siblings deal with this easily while some do not. Also the ability to cope...
Pregnant Indian women - Healthy foodsIndian women need to maintain a high quality diet during their pregnancy. This article provides a list of healthy Indian foods and meal planning tips to eat well during a pregnancy. Remember, the...
Resistance to antibioticsAntibiotics are among the greatest discoveries of human history and they are a miracle cure. However, there has been indiscriminate use of antibiotics resulting in the increasing occurrence of...
Importance of humour for a childA sense of humour and being funny can be very important skills for a child. Whether as children or when they grow up into adults, having a funny side has many benefits. The important lesson for...
Toy room organization - Tips on how toToy room organization is a big challenge for parents, especially because kids these days have a large number of toys. Whether we organize the toys in a toy room or in a corner in the children's...
Helping young children with their fearsAll young children experience fears at some time or the other. As they grow up, what they fear may change too. Here are some tips that parents can use to help their children. Common fears Some...
Children's art - cherish, decorate and shareYour prolific budding artists are at work. Great! It is so wonderful that they are exploring and being creative. By all means facilitate and encourage this creativity. But is your children’s...
"A child, a parent and the other parent" - managing excessive attachment to one...Young children can sometimes exhibit an excessive attachment to one parent, while shunning the other. No matter what you do as parents, the child always whines to go to only one parent and not ...
Tumbling tots - Rough, physical playChildren often indulge in what parents consider to be rough, physical play - tumbling and rolling around, holding each other tight, screaming etc., As parents we often get concerned about whether...
Pregnancy - 7th month celebration (Godh Barai, Valakaapu, Seemantham, Dohal Jevan,Baby...7th month celebration – diverse ways of celebrating universal joys! – showering mom-to-be, baby and not to forget the dad-to-be with love and blessings. Most cultures the world over, have...
Glucose Screening TestThis is a preliminary test that is given to all pregnant women sometime during the 24th to 28th weeks of pregnancy to check for gestational diabetes. It measures how well your body can process...
How to get your child ready for school on time?Is your child "slow" in getting ready for school? Is the school van sounding their horn every day, outside your door? Are you always rushing out with your child leaving a half-eaten breakfast or...
8 tips for an easy, stylish and organized wardrobe for kids Kids clothes spilling out of all their shelves, tired of sorting through kids clothes, spending a fortune on their clothes and still not being able to have the right thing for them to wear? Of...
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Lead poisoning in childrenLead, is a substance that occurs naturally on earth. It has been used for time immemorial, including by the Indus Valley civilisation. However, this useful metal has horrifying side effects,...
Pregnancy - Visits to the doctorDuring pregnancy (even an easy routine one) you can expect many doctor's visits and and tests. A typical schedule of prenatal doctor appointments About once every month during the first...
How to make your children remember their good manners?The age old adage ‘Strike when the iron is hot’ is very apt when it comes to the development of good manners in children. Good manners can greatly help the social success of the child. But getting...
Early brain development - scienceBrain development is one of the most interesting topics for parents. Interestingly, this is an area that even prospective parents should focus on. Early scientific views held that a child's brain...
Eight men's health questions to ask when planning to have a babyAs couples prepare for pregnancy, it is easy to focus only on the woman’s health. However, there are several items that are critical for men also. The father's health also affects his fertility...
Moving to another city - helping your big kid copeYou have been handed over a transfer order in your office or you have accepted a new job in a new city. When you break this news at home, you will face a mixed bag of reactions coming from the...
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Drinking water during pregnancy - filtering, boiling, safety precautionsShort answer: Filter thee water, then boil it before consuming it during pregnancy. When you are pregnant, you are more aware and discerning about what you eat and drink in general and water is...
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Children's rooms and Vastu shastraThis is a guest column on Vastu (also Vaastu or Vastushastra or Vastushastra) for children's rooms. Guest contributor: Arun Naik Anil and Anjali run their factory of wrought iron furniture in...
Teaching children about money - the basicsRich or poor, big spenders or not, all Indian parents know that teaching children about money is one of the most critical skills we must inculcate in our children. As in many other cases, the...
Fun and easy playdates for preschoolers (Part 1 - Preparing)“Playdates” or planned kiddie social get-togethers are getting popular these days - because of increased demand for safety, parents being busy and kids not living in an area or apartment complexes...
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Dads - 10 ways to give Mom a break from the kidsOK, Dad, let's be honest. Doesn't mom need a break from all the things she does with the kids - Food, homework, keeping track of school events etc., Even if you cannot step into these tasks all...
10 must-watch movie classics for families with kidsEditors’ picks! Here we have listed some children’s movies in English (Hollywood) that are popular in India and the world over, hailed by movie critics and of course many of these are our...
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Project Work - To do or not to doProjects are added to children’s course work in order to develop their faculties other than what would result from just learning lessons and writing exams. Here are some ways to make it a...
Get ready for the summer break! -10 tipsHurry! Get a head start in prepping for the summer break. For many parts of India like the south and the west with exam season at its peak, summer break is right on the beginning in April. For...
Medicines for pain relief during childbirthMany times the labour process can be very long, arduous, and complicated. Mothers may experience long and unbearably painful labour or the mother might be too panicky. In these cases, it is best...
Teaching children toleranceOur children are growing up in an India that is a country of many cultures, religions, languages, castes, and practices. While new media has helped increase the exposure our children have, it is...
The importance of friends for your preschooler (2 to 6 year old)We all have friends who we love being with and as parents we want our children to have great and lasting friendships. A preschooler is not going to form lasting friendships. Their friends are...
Foodie timeMy son has just returned from BITS Pilani for an end semester vacation. While still on their way, the boys(my son & his friends) called from the taxi wanting to discuss what food they shall get...
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Learn to read - Children (4 to 6 years)Reading and a love of books are a priceless skill that will benefit our children. They are also an effective alternative to television. Here we would like to share some tips on how you can help...
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Pre-schooler development - 24+ to 30 monthsYour child is now 2 years old. Preschoolers reach a number of developmental milestone between 24 and 30 months. There is also very wide variance in when they reach certain milestones. Some...
Screaming kids and temper tantrumsWho amongst us has not dealt with screaming kids & temper tantrums? The question we all have is how to deal with them. Here are some tips. Stay calm Easier said than done!! Most of us seem to...
Under-parenting - Are you guilty of it?As parents, we often hear about over-parenting - parents who are trying to control and manage every little aspect of their children's life. But there is also such a thing as under-parenting?...
When are you most fertile?Conceiving "naturally" does not mean leaving everything to chance. Understanding your body's fertility signals can help you conceive faster. The timing of ovulation is complex and can take some...
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Pre-schooler development - 30+ to 36 monthsYour child is now two-and-a-half years (30 months) old. Preschoolers reach a number of developmental milestone between 30 and 36 months. There is also very wide variance in when they reach...
Travel journal - great way to keep memoriesThe summer would have been a time that many of us travelled with our children and showed them new places, new people and new things. It would have been accompanied by oohs and aahs at the time we...
10 fun, healthy and easy school snack ideasHow to make snacks fun and healthy and easy for your kids’ tiffin box? We are talking about the mid-morning (10-11 am) snack that you pack for them for school. Of course, if your school provides...
Developing children's brains - The role of parentsYou have probably come to this article find the magic mantra that will make your child very intelligent. Well you already have it. It is called common sense. Millions of years of evolution and the...
When can my baby hear music during pregnancy?Listening to nice soothing music can have a calming effect on both mom and the baby inside her womb. Babies can usually hear sounds form the outside starting around the 20th week of the...

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