Relationships & Family

Relationships & Family

Shaping a child’s personality with eco-friendly, educational toys

Eco-friendly, handmade toys with rich cultural stories promote healthy child development, creativity, and environmental awareness. Choosing sustainable, biodegradable playthings helps children learn compassion, reject plastic waste, and connect with heritage, supporting a safer, greener future.

1d ago

Air travel with children: A parent’s guide to stress-free flights

Travelling with children becomes easier as they grow, with unique challenges at each stage. For infants, manage ear pain with milk during takeoff/landing, while toddlers need snacks, entertainment, and comfort items. Older kids can enjoy books, games, and in-flight entertainment.

3d ago

How body shaming affects kids and what families should do

Body shaming in Bangladeshi families harms children’s self-esteem, causing anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Experts stress parental support, respectful dialogue, and stopping harmful comments to foster positive body image and protect children’s mental health.

4d ago

Why your child won’t eat — and what you can do about it

Dealing with picky eaters can frustrate any parent, but understanding food aversions, changing tastes, and limited preferences helps. Discover smart, stress-free strategies to build healthy eating habits and ensure your child gets proper nutrition.

4d ago

The Gentle Giants: How our fathers loved us without saying a word

Bangladeshi fathers, particularly those who came of age in the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, weren’t built for emotional declarations.

4d ago

The unseen challenges of single fathers in Bangladesh

A single father's heartfelt journey redefines parenting roles through travel, resilience, and love. Facing judgment, obstacles, and growth, he discovers that being a devoted parent matters more than fitting traditional family norms or gender roles.

5d ago

Marriage or manipulation? Recognising abuse in Bangladeshi homes

Emotional abuse in marriage often starts subtly with criticism and isolation, leading to psychological harm and control. Recognising signs, seeking support, and prioritizing safety are vital steps for survivors to reclaim freedom and rebuild their lives.

2w ago

Is screen time really harming our teens?

Research challenges the belief that social media causes teen mental health issues, highlighting stronger influences like stress, trauma, and sleep. Experts urge balanced tech use, digital literacy, and parental guidance over fear-driven screen time restrictions.

3w ago

An introvert’s guide to navigating the dating scene

Dating is an exciting experience for anyone. For introverts, it can be slightly difficult and bring a unique set of challenges.

1y ago

7 things to do to keep the spark alive in your marriage

Real life takes over and romance usually dies a painful death at the hands of work schedules, family obligations, etc. So how does one keep the embers of love burning long after responsibilities are done with us?

1y ago

Breaking the stigma regarding virginity

From friends, relatives, partners, spouses or even the OB/GYN — at some point, everyone’s shown some strange (read: intrusive) interest in your sexual history.

1y ago

Relationships beyond borders: Tale of a long-distance relationship

In a world that knows no geographical boundaries, love often finds itself unshackled from the chains of proximity.

1y ago

How to survive a heartbreak

Heartbreak is a universally recognised bundle of emotions; full of angst, misery and bitterness. While it may feel like the end of the world to some, to others it is a notion of ultimate betrayal; rejecting love.

1y ago

How to breakup 101: A man's guide to breaking up in a healthy way

This is our guide on how to break up the healthy way, the guy's edition!

1y ago

6 signs you are in a toxic relationship

Here are a few ways you can identify if your relationship is really toxic.

1y ago

7 traits that make children successful

Thrivers are made, not born. In her quest to help marginalised children flourish, an educational psychologist learned of seven different ways by which kids can be moulded to thrive and succeed in their lives. Among them, self confidence and empathy reign supreme.

1y ago

Understanding the legal complexities of adopting a child

If you are considering adoption in Bangladesh, this article should guide you through 10 essential factors to keep in mind when embarking on this remarkable path of love and compassion.

1y ago

The process of getting a divorce

Divorce rates have surged in Bangladesh over the past few years, affecting countless families. If you or someone you know has experienced this, it is essential to understand the process of divorce.

1y ago