“Christmas isn’t a season. It’s a feeling.” – Edna Ferber So true, isn’t it? Christmas is an entire experience in itself, and encompasses a great range of positive emotions, like generosity, love and compassion. Focusing only on the commercial aspect of the festival deviates from the true spirit of Christmas, which is also a time…Read More
5 Easy Ways to Spread Some Christmas Cheer
This really is the season to be jolly! The weather’s so much nicer (especially if you’re in the Indian/ Dubai part of the world), everyone has a few days off (except Mommies, who are on call 24x7x365). Everywhere you go, you find decked up Christmas trees and other decorations. With many events, you also…Read More
5 Essential Diwali Safety Tips for Babies
Diwali is among the most loved festivals in India, and is generally celebrated with a lot of grandeur. There are lots of lights, sweets and gifts everywhere, and these make for quite a pretty sight! But Diwali celebrations are often followed by several visits to nearby clinics, and this report states that burn incidents take on…Read More
10 Fun Diwali Activities for Kids
Diwali is associated with several images – of candles and diyas lighting up the house, freshly painted walls, new clothes and lots of shopping! But little kids can feel a little left out of all the bustle, while Mom and Dad are busy with the festivities. So one way to include them (and keep them…Read More
15 Diwali Gift Ideas for Babies and Toddlers
Diwali’s almost here and you’re probably busy with gift shopping and wrapping. All that energy in the air, it’s just fun, isn’t it!! However, thinking about what to give all your loved ones can be a little confusing, especially with so many options available these days. And when your loved one is a little 6…Read More
7 Tips to Dress your Baby in Krishna Dress
Janmashtami is celebrated widely across India and is the day of Lord Krishna’s birth. It is a major festival in India, with different states celebrating it differently. Dramas called Ras Lila are conducted in Mathura and Vrindavan, and are attended by several people. Another popular Janmashtami tradition is one where a pot of buttermilk is…Read More
Ramadan Activities for Toddlers
One advantage of growing up in a country like India is that you’re subject to so many festivals and cultures right from childhood. It’s actually a beautiful thing, and a great way to learn about accepting differences and enjoying diversity. It works even better when we teach our kids about the reasons behind the celebration…Read More
7 Eco Friendly Homemade Holi Color Powder Recipe
Being a South Indian, I didn’t experience Holi until I entered Medical college. In college our North Indian friends celebrate Holi with much so enthusiasm and festivity and we used to gawk at their multicolored face and hair and would wonder how they come out in public with myriad of colors. Only after moving to…Read More
50 Tips for Celebrating a Safe Diwali
Tips for celebrating a safe Diwali are essential to protect our children during this festive season. The anticipation of Diwali fills the air with excitement, as families prepare for the festivities. Amidst the bustling markets and the enchanting aroma of jalebi, my husband shared his childhood Diwali memories with our spellbound son. It brought back…Read More
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