Mothers Gurukul
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Covers everything about parenting, new recipes and DIY ideas, and some fabulous fiction stories. Alpana also shares thoughts from her personal journal.
Mothers Gurukul
3d ago
When I came to the USA, we didn’t have Indian TV channels. All I had was American TV shows. One of the shows I admired a lot was Katie Brown’s workshop. I liked it for several reasons. One of the reasons was inexpensive and imaginative projects in a very cozy setting. The show had no ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
2M ago
How many times have we blamed ourselves for any wrong that is happening or has happened in our lives? We think that the problem is in us. But the problem is not in us. It’s about how we approach any situation. Actual progress will come from small steps, small commitments you make daily. These are ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
2M ago
After a very long time, I picked up a murder mystery. I have always liked murder mysteries, be it a TV show or books. But lately, I was into self help books. I saw A Death at the Yoga Café at our public library. After skimming its preface, I found it very interesting and was ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
2M ago
A brand-new year has started. People are still coming out of the New Year’s Eve celebrations. They are still discussing and remembering the games they played, the food they enjoyed, and the party they enjoyed the most. That’s how parties are. They leave us with many memories to cherish. Going to a party as a ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
3M ago
In parenting roles, we have to teach our kids that when they are uncomfortable discussing a specific topic or when someone comes and shares some new information with them, how should they decide if they should entertain such talks? And if they don’t want further discussion, how do they communicate it to their peers? And ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
3M ago
I was reviewing some old photos today, and my eyes stopped at one of my old diaries. I journaled my thoughts during my two pregnancies. It was a combination of talking to my baby and some self-conversation. I recall how wonderful I would feel while penning down my thoughts in my diary. And now, when ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
5M ago
I am a mother to a high school and an elementary school child. My high schooler will fly away from our nest in a few years. And my elementary schooler will be learning new ways to face and handle unique aspects of a student’s life. Pressure, anxiety, stress – these words go hand in hand ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
9M ago
Hey there, fellow follicle enthusiasts and scalp aficionados! Today, we’re diving headfirst into a trend that’s taking the beauty world by storm: scalp facials! That’s right, folks, it’s time to give your scalp the pampering it deserves. Get ready to embark on a journey of relaxation, rejuvenation, and a scalp that feels like pure bliss ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
11M ago
“You have been on your phone for one hour. Do something else, please.” “You just switched off the TV and now you are on your phone.” Do these sentences sound familiar to you? In almost every household, these are a few standard sentences. We often set limits on kids’ screen time. During their yearly well ..read more
Mothers Gurukul
11M ago
Have you ever thought about how we can tell what somebody else is feeling? Sometimes, friends might say they are happy or sad, but we can guess their mood even if they do not tell us. Other than their non-verbal clues, one essential clue is their facial expressions. Our ability to recognize emotions in other ..read more