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20/08/2026

🇮🇳 INDependence from Addiction

A healthier youth. A stronger India. A truly independent India.

Let’s empower young people to stay free from to***co, va**ng, alcohol and drugs and work towards a Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat.

Resources:

• Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat
• To***co Quitline – 1800-11-2356
• m-Cessation – 011-22901701
• Tele-MANAS – 14416

Dr. Akhila Nagaraj
Developmental & Adolescent Paediatrician

19/08/2026

19/08/2026

When choosing a school, don’t choose only based on the curriculum. Choose the place where your child is nurtured, understood and cared for—the place where they can learn with confidence, grow with joy and reach their fullest potential.

And if you have concerns about your child’s development, seek help early. Early identification and intervention can change the course of a child’s future.

Every child learns differently. The best school is the one where your child feels understood, nurtured and supported to thrive. 💛

08/08/2026

If you’re worried about your child, trust your instincts. Listen without judgement, ask directly if you’re concerned, and seek help early.

Resources

Mental Health & Emergency Support

* Tele-MANAS: 14416 / 1800-89-14416 — 24×7 mental health support across India.
* NIMHANS MindTools App — mental health information and self-help resources.
* Seek professional help: Consult your paediatrician, family physician, psychiatrist
* Emergency: If there is an immediate risk or urgent concern, call 112 or visit the nearest emergency department.

Remember: Seeking help early is a sign of strength.

05/08/2026

If technology use is affecting you or your child, remember—you don’t have to manage it alone.

📱 SHUT (Service for Healthy Use of Technology) Clinic
NIMHANS, Bengaluru
Assessment and support for problematic internet use, gaming, social media, and technology addiction.

☎️ Digital Detox Helpline (NIMHANS)
📞 94808 29675
Available: Friday, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Support for individuals experiencing problematic technology use.

🧠 Tele-MANAS
📞 14416 or 1-800-89-14416
Free 24×7 national mental health helpline.

💻 National Cyber Crime Helpline
📞 1930
🌐 https://cybercrime.gov.in
For reporting cyber fraud, cyberbullying, online scams, and other cyber offences.

🆘 CHILDLINE
📞 1098
24×7 emergency helpline for children in need of care and protection.

🚑 Emergency Response Support
📞 112
For any emergency requiring immediate assistance.

Remember: Asking for help early is a sign of strength. Early support can protect children’s mental health, safety, and future.
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31/07/2026

Prevention begins with conversation. 💙

Let’s replace myths with facts, stigma with empathy, and fear with education. Trusted resources, including the NACO AIDS App, KSAPS, and additional parent and professional resources are available on getchildgoing.com.

29/07/2026

Following my previous post on preschool readiness, here’s the checklist I mentioned to help parents understand when a child is truly ready for preschool—and when it may be time to seek professional help. 🌱

Save this post and share it with parents who may find it helpful.

29/07/2026

Parents are the first teachers. Home is the first nursery. ❤️

A journey through the history of preschool—from Kindergarten and Montessori to Gijubhai Badheka, Tarabai Modak and Anganwadis—and why preschool is a wonderful addition to childhood, but never a replacement for a secure parent-child relationship.

A school can open a classroom. Only a secure relationship opens a child’s brain.

29/07/2026

This Guru Purnima:
✨ Thank a teacher, parent, mentor, or guide.
📖 Spend time reading, reflecting, or journaling.
🧘 Practice a few minutes of silence or meditation.
🌿 Declutter your space and mind.
🤝 Share your knowledge—mentor someone or support a child’s education.

The greatest tribute to our Gurus is to live their teachings and pass them on.

27/07/2026

Before we introduce an AI or connected toy into our child’s life, it’s worth asking not just “What can this toy do?” but also “What is it teaching my child—and what data is it collecting?”

At home, we’ve chosen a balanced approach:
🪀 We still enjoy traditional games like Ali Guli Mane (Ali Hulu).
🎎 Every Dasara, we bring home Channapatna, Kondapalli and Varanasi lacquer toys, celebrating India’s rich toy-making heritage.
🎬 Toy Story 5 has sparked many conversations in our family about toys, technology and what children truly need from play.
📱 And as parents, we try to model healthy technology and social media habits ourselves.

Parents should also know that India has important legal safeguards:
✔️ The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 requires parental consent before processing a child’s personal data.
✔️ Toys sold in India should comply with BIS/ISI safety standards.
✔️ Harmful digital content involving children is covered under the Information Technology Act and POCSO.

If you already own a connected toy:
• Review its privacy settings.
• Turn off unnecessary permissions.
• Delete stored voice recordings regularly.
• Keep it in shared family spaces.
• Switch it off when not in use.Because play is serious business… it’s never just child’s play.