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Childhood Obesity – The Global Epidemic

On account of World Obesity Day observed every year on March 4, Dr Nita Jagad (MBBS MD DCH IBCLC), Pediatrician and Lactation Consultant
Executive Board Member IAP Mumbai (Indian Academy of Pediatrics Mumbai branch) shares her thoughts on increasing number of childhood obesity in India. Read her article on how as parents and caregivers we can help curb this global epidemic, which is hampering our children and have a negative impact on their lives including the future of our country.

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Author Interview: Vandita Mitter – ‘The Golden Secret of Divar Island’

We all have seeds of a storyteller buried deep within us. It is just a matter of time and place that the seeds are allowed to sprout with stories.
When 13-year-old student, Vandita Mitter with her parents visited the Divar Islands in Goa a few years ago, this is exactly what happened. An avid reader who enjoys travelling with her parents, was transformed from a reader to an author. Read about this budding author, right here!

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Life Lessons Learned Through Gardening

Gardening may not be everyone’s passion, but the life lessons it imparts are universal. As we witness the resilience, rootedness, and generosity of plants, we find inspiration to apply these principles to our lives. The garden becomes a classroom for personal growth, teaching us to rise above challenges, stay grounded, and make a positive impact on the world around us. Sharing some of life’s valuable lessons my humble yet strong and resilient plants have taught me.

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Needlework – Memories of a close-knit tribe

Reminiscing the art of needlework taught in schools, and the lessons learnt from it. It was more than sitting pretty with colourful threads & fabrics. It instilled in us a sense of empowerment, being a part of a tribe or a community. In a world that is so used to ‘one click’ and ‘swipe’ responses or interactions, needlework is far removed from it. We may not land up being designers, but we surely will know how to fix things on our own if we have a tear. It’s a pity this life skill is not taught so commonly in schools today.

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