A particular silence falls over a char village school after a flood. The benches are empty, the blackboard warped, the floor covered with a thin film of riverbed silt.

Navigating pet loss trauma, Dhaka students like Sunehra Subah process profound grief after losing cherished companions. Child psychiatrist Dr Helal Uddin Ahmed emphasizes using honest language and closure rituals to foster emotional healing.

As children drift from books, perhaps we should examine the habits, attention and reading culture modelled by adults.

Master traditional craft at the paper mask and ceramic workshop in Safiuddin Shilpalay, Dhaka. Led by artist Asraful Kabir Kanak, participants embrace patience, physical creativity, and heritage to build unique, hands-on sculptural art.

Australia’s decision to ban social media for children under 16 has struck a chord with anxious parents around the world. The concerns of parents are real.

Banning social media for children in Bangladesh requires robust digital safety alternatives instead of sudden age restrictions.

Empower modern parents juggling career demands and childcare by utilizing remote work, office shared drives, and convenient telemedicine services. These digital tools ensure professional productivity while allowing caregivers to actively support their ailing children guilt-free.

Experience the nostalgic Eid salami betrayal as Bangladeshi parents reclaim festive cash from children for safe keeping. This relatable cultural narrative explores childhood economic ambitions, shiny clothes, and the inevitable liquidation of those precious funds.

Prioritize breathable cotton fabrics and lightweight silks for children this Eid to ensure maximum comfort. Blend festive Bangladeshi heritage with practical styles like soft panjabis or airy ghararas, allowing kids to celebrate joyfully and stylishly.

I recently started encouraging my children to read the newspaper every morning, hoping it would nurture awareness and civic curiosity.

Domestic violence in Bangladesh leaves girls with lasting trauma, weak legal protection, and harmful cultural pressures, revealing systemic failures that endanger children and mothers while highlighting urgent needs for enforcement reform, community responsibility, and support.

Voting is a powerful right and privilege. After becoming a US citizen in 2017, I voted for the first time in 2018, feeling empowered. I now advocate for teaching children about democracy and voting rights to build informed citizens.

Becoming a secondary caregiver offers young adults valuable lessons in empathy, patience, and self-discovery. Supporting children deepens respect for parents’ struggles and highlights the emotional impact of nurturing, making caregiving a rewarding, transformative journey.

Managing over-energetic children becomes easier with daily routines, calming activities, reward systems, and fun grounding techniques. Break tasks into smaller parts and prepare them for transitions to encourage focus, reduce tantrums, and support emotional regulation.

Children face intense peer pressure both offline and online, often risking self-worth to fit in. Parents can help by listening, fostering open communication, teaching resilience, instilling family values, and building confidence, ensuring children navigate challenges with strength and self-assurance.

Here's your guide to bringing a little extra joy into their lives — because if anyone has earned a bit more happiness, it’s your parents.

Kaktarua Puppet Theater is reviving the dying art of puppetry in Bangladesh, using engaging puppet shows to educate children, promote social awareness, and offer therapeutic care, despite limited funding and modern digital distractions.

Adoption in Bangladesh involves emotional and legal considerations, requiring genuine commitment, understanding of the process, and readiness for societal challenges. Parents should prepare for emotional adjustments, support from extended family, and fostering a strong bond with their child.

Eating disorders in children and teens are serious mental health issues, often misunderstood as phases. Early detection, psychological support, family involvement, and holistic treatment are essential for lasting recovery and emotional healing.

Travelling with children becomes easier as they grow, with unique challenges at each stage. For infants, manage ear pain with milk during takeoff/landing, while toddlers need snacks, entertainment, and comfort items. Older kids can enjoy books, games, and in-flight entertainment.