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Breaking Tradition: The Case for Mothers’ Surnames
For generations, a child’s surname has followed one default rule: the father’s name. So deeply ingrained is this practice that it often goes unquestioned — until someone suggests doing it differently. That’s when debates begin. Why does a mother’s surname… Continue reading
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Can a Working Mom Demand Permanent WFH in India?
One of the most searched questions by working mothers today is:Is work from home a legal right in India after maternity? The technical answer is No.But the complete picture matters — especially for women returning to work after maternity leave… Continue reading
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The Truth Behind the Collapse of Gentle Parenting
Gentle parenting is the hot topic of our times.Reels, podcasts, expert panels – everyone is advocating it. And rightly so. But somewhere between perfectly worded scripts and ideal responses, we’ve turned gentle parenting into a performance without talking about the… Continue reading
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I Started Resenting My Husband as a New Mom — And Here’s Why
We always say every child is different — how true! But there’s another truth we rarely acknowledge: every mother is different too.So why are we still measured against the same old rulebook of motherhood, passed down through generations? This rulebook… Continue reading
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Why My Mom Never Cared About Mother’s Day
This year, I went all out for Mother’s Day. And it turned out to be quite a rollercoaster; nothing I planned actually materialized. But before I dive into that, let me give you a little heads-up. My mom is an… Continue reading
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Postpartum Rage: The Silent Struggle of Motherhood No One Talks About
Motherhood is often painted as a journey of pure love, boundless joy, and selfless devotion. We are told to be compassionate, patient, and kind. We are expected to be understanding, tolerant, and unshaken by exhaustion. But what happens when we… Continue reading
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Four Conventional Advises for Our Newborn That We Gladly Declined
Becoming a parent for the first time is like venturing into the unknown. No matter how many articles you’ve read or how much advice you’ve absorbed from every corner of the globe, there always seems to be uncertainty about what… Continue reading
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Hey New Mom, It’s Okay Not To Be Okay—Really
Becoming a mother was the most profound and life-changing experience of my life. But the transition into motherhood was not just about holding my baby, feeding him, and bonding with him—it was about navigating a whirlwind of emotions that took… Continue reading
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I Chose Formula Over Breastmilk — and Found Peace
The moment my baby was placed gently on my chest for the first time, everything else faded away. Even though I was barely conscious after the anesthesia, my arms instinctively cradled him. His tiny, pink face is etched in my… Continue reading
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The Gender Conundrum
Indian society is patriarchal, there is no denying this fact. However, the concept of patriarchy is highly convoluted among the general population. Oxford Dictionary defines patriarchy as “a society, system or country that is ruled or controlled by men“. Cambridge… Continue reading
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