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
Sharing my birthday with my mum’s death anniversary
Life and death coexist.
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