I n many Indian households, parenting often comes from a place of deep love and responsibility. Parents want to protect their children from every possible harm—whether it’s a scraped knee, a bad friendship, or a disappointing failure. While this intention is completely understandable, being overly protective can sometimes affect a child’s cognitive and social-emotional development…

I n many Indian homes, co-sleeping with children feels natural. A baby sleeping next to mom or dad on the same bed is something most of us grew up seeing. For dads especially, it often becomes a comforting nightly routine — your little one holding your finger while drifting to sleep, or quietly cuddling between…