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Couple Quits Jobs, Builds App to Simplify Parenting in India
VideosApr 24

Couple Quits Jobs, Builds App to Simplify Parenting in India

After drowning in conflicting parenting advice, Oshin and Manjunath left their careers to spend two years creating Sitaara, an app that gives Indian parents expert-backed guidance and promotes equal parenting. Their platform is challenging the idea that mothers should instinctively know everything while fathers merely "help."

The Better India2 min read
Parents Quit Jobs to Build App That Simplifies Parenting
VideosApr 23

Parents Quit Jobs to Build App That Simplifies Parenting

Oshin and Manjunath turned their struggles as confused new parents into Sitaara, an app offering expert-backed guidance on everything from tantrums to screen time. Their solution is helping thousands of families navigate parenthood with less guesswork and more confidence.

The Better India2 min read
Cricket Phenom, 15, Gets Parents on India Tour
SportsJun 7

Cricket Phenom, 15, Gets Parents on India Tour

India's cricket board will fly teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's parents with him on international tours, recognizing that even record-breaking athletes need their family. The 15-year-old just earned his first senior team call-up after dominating this year's Indian Premier League.

The Hindu2 min read
Kids Beat Parents at Teaching Climate Action in India Study
Planet WinsApr 23

Kids Beat Parents at Teaching Climate Action in India Study

A groundbreaking study in India found children are 26% more effective than parents at inspiring eco-friendly behavior changes at home. The research offers fresh hope for climate action by tapping into an unexpected teaching dynamic.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
Kids Change Parents' Climate Habits Better Than Reverse
Planet WinsApr 22

Kids Change Parents' Climate Habits Better Than Reverse

Children are more effective at teaching parents eco-friendly behaviors than parents are at teaching kids, new research from Northeastern University reveals. A study of 1,500 families in India shows kids hold surprising power to inspire environmental action at home.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
How Indian Parents Raised 5 Chess Champions at Home
Community HeroesMay 10

How Indian Parents Raised 5 Chess Champions at Home

India's youngest chess champions didn't rise through pressure. They grew up in homes where parents quit careers, traveled thousands of miles, and chose patience over timelines.

The Better India2 min read
Indian Couple Launches Parenting Movement Beyond Grades
VideosMar 5

Indian Couple Launches Parenting Movement Beyond Grades

Nakuul Mehta and Jankee Mehta are asking Indian parents to stop raising resumes and start raising humans. Their Indian Parent Pod challenges the success-obsessed approach that measures children by marks and salaries instead of character and emotional security.

The Better India2 min read
Mom Laughs as Daughter Brings American Accent to India
Acts of Kindness5d ago

Mom Laughs as Daughter Brings American Accent to India

When Pragnya Narendra moved back to India with her daughter, she discovered a hilarious challenge: helping her American-raised child pronounce Indian words. Their viral video has parents everywhere relating to the sweet struggle of bridging two cultures.

Times of India - Good News2 min read
Indian Parents Revive 90s Summers: Nature Over Screens
Acts of KindnessMay 11

Indian Parents Revive 90s Summers: Nature Over Screens

Parents across India are bringing back screen-free 90s summers for their kids through foraging, rock painting, and kulfi making. The movement celebrates simple joys like jungle walks in Goa and family yoga in Mumbai parks.

The Better India2 min read
Indian Parents Replace 'What's Your Score?' With 'How Are You?
Acts of KindnessFeb 11

Indian Parents Replace 'What's Your Score?' With 'How Are You?

Exam season in India looks different now as parents choose conversations about feelings over marks. Nearly two decades after a film sparked change, families are helping children feel safe instead of scared during board exams.

The Better India3 min read
Parents Teach Kids Cooking, Budgeting as Real Life Skills
Acts of KindnessMay 15

Parents Teach Kids Cooking, Budgeting as Real Life Skills

Forget worksheets. Parents across India are turning roadside stalls, kitchens, and everyday moments into classrooms where kids learn money management, cooking, and confidence through real experiences.

The Better India2 min read
Comedian Jimmy Carr Gives Brilliant Parenting Advice
Acts of KindnessFeb 5

Comedian Jimmy Carr Gives Brilliant Parenting Advice

British comedian Jimmy Carr paused his standup show to share surprisingly wise parenting advice when an audience member asked for help. His reframe on "tough love" has parents everywhere rethinking how kindness really works.

Upworthy3 min read
Young Girl's Fearless Cheering Reminds Parents What Matters
Acts of KindnessApr 7

Young Girl's Fearless Cheering Reminds Parents What Matters

A young girl from Northeast India went viral for her passionate cheering during a football match, showing the raw emotion that comes from feeling truly safe and connected. Her joyful display is teaching parents everywhere about the power of emotional freedom.

Times of India - Good News3 min read
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma Share Parenting Duties
Acts of KindnessFeb 2

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma Share Parenting Duties

Indian cricket star Virat Kohli and actress Anushka Sharma are redefining celebrity parenting by splitting responsibilities equally and putting family before fame. Their approach shows how shared parenting strengthens families and protects children from constant public attention.

Times of India - Good News2 min read
India's Solution Stories Get New YouTube Series
VideosJul 4

India's Solution Stories Get New YouTube Series

The Better India launches "Solved in India," a YouTube series spotlighting local communities tackling problems once thought unsolvable. Each episode reveals working solutions from across the country that could inspire nationwide change.

The Better India2 min read
India Approves Dengue Vaccine Protecting 100M People Yearly
Health & WellnessJul 20

India Approves Dengue Vaccine Protecting 100M People Yearly

India just approved its first dengue vaccine that works against all four virus strains, no pre-test needed. The shot protects 84% against hospitalization and could produce 50 million doses annually in India alone.

Google News - Vaccine Success2 min read
Parents Over 40 Share the Joys of Late Parenthood
Daily MixMay 20

Parents Over 40 Share the Joys of Late Parenthood

Parents who had children after 40 are opening up about the unique rewards of later-life parenting. Despite challenges like fatigue and generational gaps, they say the experience has been the best of their lives.

ABC Australia3 min read
Parents Build India's Gender-Affirming Healthcare System
Acts of KindnessJul 16

Parents Build India's Gender-Affirming Healthcare System

When Dr. Bela Sharma and Dr. Sanjay Sharma couldn't find medical care for their transgender daughter in Delhi, they created it themselves. Their nonprofit ATHI now fills the healthcare gap that nearly cost them their child.

The Better India2 min read
Kolkata Mom's Platform Helps 20,000 Parents Reuse Baby Gear
SolutionsJun 4

Kolkata Mom's Platform Helps 20,000 Parents Reuse Baby Gear

A Kolkata entrepreneur launched Second Hugs after noticing how quickly babies outgrow their belongings, creating a trusted marketplace where parents across India buy and sell pre-loved children's products. The platform has grown to serve 20,000 parents while reducing waste and helping families save money on short-lived baby essentials.

The Better India2 min read
Small Parenting Moments Matter More Than Grand Gestures
Acts of KindnessJun 1

Small Parenting Moments Matter More Than Grand Gestures

New parenting research shows that daily consistency builds stronger bonds with children than occasional big events. Four simple habits help busy parents create security without the guilt.

Times of India - Good News2 min read

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