Why More Kids in Mumbai Are Developing Fatty Liver (MASLD)- And What Parents Should Do
Why More Kids in Mumbai Are Developing Fatty Liver (MASLD)- And What Parents Should Do Something unusual is happening among Mumbai’s children, fatty liver is showing up far more often than expected. What’s worrying is that it’s not just affecting overweight kids; even those who look perfectly healthy are being diagnosed with this silent condition. […]
Viral vs Bacterial Infections in Children: How to Tell, How to Prevent Spread at Home/School
Children are especially vulnerable to infections because their immune systems are still developing. According to NFHS‑5 (2019‑21), around 2.8% of children under five in India experienced symptoms of acute respiratory infections in the two weeks before the survey, and studies show that over two‑thirds of severe respiratory cases in young children are caused by viruses. […]
Preparing Your Child for School Transitions (New Class, Boarding, Exam Year): Counselling Strategies for Parents
Starting a new class or switching schools can feel like stepping into a whole new world for children, new faces, new rules, new classrooms. And let’s face it, even small changes can spark big jitters. In Mumbai, studies show that nearly 30% of school-going kids feel anxious during school transitions or exam periods. Parents play […]
Do Kids in Mumbai Really Need Air Purifiers and Multivitamins?
If you are a parent in Mumbai, you have likely taken a deep breath over the dull grey haze outside your window or while fretting when your child coughs after playing outdoors. You’re not alone. The World Health Organization (WHO) says air pollution is responsible for over 7 million premature deaths a year and children […]