parenting

So, What Happened?

Madhavankutty Pillai

Lucid language, poignant moments and one hell of an ending. If only there was a plot to fill the 200-odd pages.

Zen by the Mandovi

One Goa port-soaked afternoon, I signed up for karate lessons and my daughter sniggered. A year later, as I scales walls Crouching Tiger style to save stranded cats, I’m the ‘cool’ dad.

Surviving the Web

Avinash Subramaniam

Just because your kids are on the computer at home, they’re not out of harm. Short of a Facebook ban, this is how you can keep them safe.

Teen Love

Manju Sara Rajan

Today, romance is a preoccupation with urban teenagers who are not yet 14. They must survive this minefield without deep wounds. How much can parents do?