Parents

Budget-friendly getaways your parents will love

Plan perfect vacation getaways for parents seeking restful travel experiences. Top relaxing destinations include serene Cox’s Bazar beaches, tranquil Bandarban hills, historic Kathmandu in Nepal, soothing Chiang Mai in Thailand, and cultural iconic Turkish landmarks.
13 August 2026

The strange grief of seeing our parents age

There is no single moment when someone announces that your parents have become old.
25 July 2026

How Eid quietly changes for parents every single year

Experience the bittersweet evolution of Eid parenthood by celebrating changing family dynamics. From dressing a firstborn in Dhaka to navigating a teenager's independence and enduring long-distance video calls, discover how a parent's love transcends time.
25 May 2026

Carrying the weight of having strict parents

The tension we feel under strict rules doesn’t disappear when we leave home; it often reshapes our choices and the way we carry ourselves.
30 April 2026

What about our parents' screen time?

It’s strange growing up in a time when children are warned about screens, yet somehow, it’s the parents who seem just as glued to them, if not more.
6 April 2026

The Eid salami scam we all fell for growing up

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.
16 March 2026

After 28 years, lost son reunites with family in Kurigram

Now 37, Saiful is finally back in his parents’ embrace, sparking an emotional reunion
31 August 2025

My parents are aging and it scares me

A reflection on growing up and witnessing parents age.
8 August 2025

Thoughtful ways to pamper your parents

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.
24 July 2025

The necessity of having mindful conversations with parents

Having mindful conversations is about fostering a culture of mutual understanding and emotional depth.
8 March 2025

Creaky backs and shattered hearts: What they don’t tell you about your 30s

Life doesn't always unfold according to societal expectations or personal plans, especially as you enter your thirties. While there's often pressure to achieve certain milestones by a certain age, the reality is far more complex. Here's a glimpse into what you might encounter as you navigate your 30s and beyond.
24 February 2024

The lingering effects of familial unemployment on young people

The psychological costs of one’s parents going into unemployment are extremely nuanced
30 July 2023

How children are affected by their parents' unhappy marriage

Marital conflict can result in constant fighting and can breed a hostile atmosphere.
20 May 2023
16 February 2023

Tackling frustrations with non-tech savvy parents

When teaching your parents new technology, it is important to approach the task with patience and compassion.
9 February 2023

Bangladeshi TV shows fail to cater to ageing audiences

Older audiences have always relied on TV for clean and engaging content reflective of our local lifestyle.
19 January 2023

How to convince your parents to let you go on a trip with friends

In a country where parents often do not let us travel alone within city limits, having to ask your parents for permission to go on a trip with friends is often a harrowing experience.
27 October 2022

The way we hide our lives from our parents

We’re used to presenting an obedient yet cheerful mask of who we are.
1 September 2022

The Connotations Around “Broken Family”

Raising a child is no easy feat. Single parents have to fulfil the roles of both a mother and a father.
1 September 2022

Tackling the Talk: Parents and their Mental Health

To see your loved one suffering from mental illnesses is a painful experience.
18 August 2022