Left: Muna Alsumaiti, a mother of four (ages 14, 12, 11, and 8), Right: Luz Maria, both who explain the importance of planning well in advance, as well, as just being empathetic to yourself.

Dubai mums 5 am diaries: How they conquer school rush

For starters, you need to be a little empathetic to yourself and know that life happens

Israel-Doha strikes: How to talk to your kids about war

Children may carry the stress in their bodies, developing stomach-aches and headaches

It comes through in the behaviour: A normally extroverted child, becomes quiet, perhaps. Maybe, they withdraw from the activities that they love, or show signs of regression and fear, such as wanting to sleep with parents.

Before iPhone 17: How Dubai mums handle the hype

As the new iPhone gears up for launch, Dubai mums share how they monitor the frenzy

Most parents say that the children don't need an iPhone at that age; they can do with a basic phone.

What breastfeeding mothers wish you'd stop saying

This World Breastfeeding Week, here’s what mothers really need instead

A listening ear, a warm gesture, or even the simple act of not saying the wrong thing can make a world of difference to breastfeeding mothers.

Diya Krishna’s viral childbirth vlog sparks dialogue

The 51-minute video on YouTube is a raw account of what supported childbirth can look like

A look at how Diya Krishna powered through her labour and her family cheered her on in full force

11 warning signs your child might be using drugs

The National Rehabilitation Center said recognising the signs early can be life-changing

External influences such as peer pressure, boredom, and lack of public awareness also increase the risk.

Protecting kids online: Sharjah's Enough Violence Forum

Sharjah unites efforts to create a safer digital space for children

The forum will also address local and international laws focused on creating safer digital spaces for children.

Dubai: 5-year-old injured after falling from moving car

Proper car seats and fastened seatbelts are essential for child safety

5-year-old injured after falling from moving car in Dubai; police urge stricter safety measures

Opinion: Why Bipasha Basu slammed body shaming trolls

Criticising Bipasha Basu is a reminder that we have made a sport out of body-shaming women

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Bipasha Basu, and Swara Bhasker - new mums in Bollywood who rock

Divorce is hard, don't make it harder for the child

Protect your child’s emotional wellbeing by setting healthy boundaries during separation.

Don’t play the blame game: Kids tend to blame themselves when the adults in the house argue – more so when they separate.

How childhood verbal abuse rewires your brain for life

When you shame a child, key regions of the brain turn hyperactive

As children grow older, this constant belittling leads to mental health struggles, trust issues and flattening sense of self-worth.

Upset with your child's results? How to handle it well

Good or bad, there's a more constructive way to handle test results

When a child receives a poor result, your initial response becomes a blueprint for how they view setbacks.

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