Nuclear vs joint family: Freedom or belonging
22 January 2026, 16:49 PM
Relationships & Family
Are Bangladeshi youth increasingly avoiding marriage?
25 December 2025, 13:01 PM
Relationships & Family
Are we failing to teach our children to love Bangladesh properly?
11 December 2025, 10:54 AM
Relationships & Family
Why modern fatherhood isn’t what it used to be
17 November 2025, 12:53 PM
Relationships & Family
Why teaching kids about money is more important than ever
6 November 2025, 10:35 AM
Relationships & Family
What ‘ghor jamai’ really means in today’s society
1 October 2025, 09:12 AM
Relationships & Family
How caring for kids builds respect for parents
22 September 2025, 09:12 AM
Relationships & Family
Is Bangladesh ready to fully embrace adoption as parenthood?
22 September 2025, 09:07 AM
Relationships & Family
Dating red flags you shouldn’t ignore — no matter what
11 September 2025, 12:31 PM
Relationships & Family
How to talk about money without ruining the relationship
4 September 2025, 11:27 AM
Relationships & Family
Why do women fall for bad boys?
Women's attraction to bad boys, despite knowing their flaws, highlights the allure of rebellious men, driven by evolutionary attraction and a desire for freedom. However, such relationships often lead to heartbreak, emotional strain, and unrealistic expectations.
23 January 2025, 08:44 AM
Is it love or love bombing? Spot the difference before impact
Love bombing is an overwhelming display of affection designed to manipulate, control, and validate the bomber. It exploits low self-esteem, creating a false sense of connection. Healthy love prioritises boundaries, consistency, and genuine self-worth.
16 January 2025, 12:02 PM
Emotional cheating: What it is and how to spot it
Emotional infidelity, marked by deep connections outside a committed relationship, damages trust and emotional intimacy. Concealed interactions, growing emotional distance, and blurred boundaries highlight its impact. Open communication and therapy can help rebuild trust and repair relationships.
30 December 2024, 09:48 AM
Survived the wedding? Now impress the in-laws!
Winning over your in-laws’ post-marriage requires patience, small gestures, and navigating traditions. From compliments to shared interests and thoughtful actions, building rapport ensures a harmonious family dynamic and turns awkward gatherings into joyful experiences.
18 December 2024, 12:17 PM
Unlocking the male mind: Relationship insights women will love
Understanding a man’s thoughts can feel like decoding hieroglyphs. From the “What to eat?” dilemma to the art of silent retreat, men’s perspectives offer insight into smoother, funnier relationships with clearer communication.
12 December 2024, 11:04 AM
How to cheat on your spouse ( NOT THE WAY YOU THINK)
Infidelity doesn't always mean betrayal in the traditional sense. From binge-watching shows without your partner, eating their secret snacks, and breaking shared savings goals to skipping chores or social obligations, these small betrayals add humor and tension to relationships.
20 November 2024, 22:11 PM
How to handle a cheating partner without losing your mind
Navigating infidelity in Dhaka requires strategy, humour, and growth. Investigate discreetly, confront gracefully, and embrace reinvention.
20 November 2024, 10:04 AM
Protect your kids from a world gone mad: Survival tips for modern parenting
Over the last few days, there have been quite a few newspaper headlines that are enough to induce distress in any person, especially if you are a parent. It appears that children’s lives are threatened and it is time to reiterate the measures, which can be taken to ensure their safety.
16 November 2024, 10:57 AM
Can Dhaka handle speed dating? Let’s find out, one awkward chat at a time!
Dhaka’s first major speed dating event blends traditional matchmaker culture with modern dating, embracing anonymity and real conversations. Attendees, known only by numbers, enjoyed icebreakers, casual chats, and newfound connections in a refreshing setting.
7 November 2024, 10:52 AM
How parenting changed, and why 'respect' looks different
In the last decades, children were inevitably taught to respect authority figures such as parents, teachers, and law enforcement. Terms such as saying "please" and "thank you" and addressing adults formally were introduced early, with no questions asked.
7 November 2024, 10:44 AM
Empty nest? More like an empty heart: How one family turned loneliness into love
A woman facing an empty nest found renewed purpose by taking in her house-help's daughter. Despite restrictive adoption laws in Bangladesh, her family secured guardianship, focusing on emotional support and building a fulfilling bond.
28 October 2024, 10:40 AM
Is CocoMelon bad for your children?
Cute characters, lively hues, and catchy music — all combine to create CoComelon. Both parents and toddlers find it difficult to resist. However, a growing number of parents are sharing personal accounts lately which raises the question: Is CoComelon causing more harm than good?
24 October 2024, 10:57 AM
35 and pregnant: Navigating the myths and realities
The expression may sound alarming but "geriatric pregnancy" is simply a medical term for pregnancies in women aged 35 and above. Over time, this has evoked fear and concern due to increased health risks. However, it’s important to understand that these risks do not define every pregnancy.
30 September 2024, 09:31 AM
Tired of swiping? Let AI find your soulmate!
With technology playing an increasingly important role in our lives now, it comes as no shock that it is also changing the way we approach dating. We no longer rely on random encounters at coffee shops or friends playing matchmaker for us.
14 September 2024, 11:02 AM
Why doing everything for your kids is a recipe for disaster
Children are a reflection of their parents. Those miniature human beings are like sponges; what you teach them, they will absorb. It is best to shape them into more responsible beings from a young age.
11 September 2024, 10:30 AM
Marriage 101: Talk now or regret later!
Marriage, in its simplicity, is an agreement between two people. But, as Abdul Hamid, a noted psychotherapist at the MONOBIKASH Foundation, aptly puts it, "Without talking, nothing can progress." That’s where the journey begins—through conversations long before the wedding day.
8 September 2024, 23:54 PM
Friendship breakups vs Romantic breakups: Which hurts more?
Unlike romantic relationships, friendship breakups are not something you often see coming. Why would someone who you grew up with since your school days suddenly disappear from your life?
4 September 2024, 10:41 AM
Understanding your child's speech development: Insights from a speech pathologist
Parents often worry when their child's speech seems to deviate from typical patterns. In this article, we will explore common parental concerns about speech development, with insights from Toukir Rahman Dhruvo, a seasoned Audiologist and Speech Language Pathologist from Shono Bangladesh.
25 August 2024, 08:31 AM
Butterflies or blindness? Decoding love at first sight
We all know those meet-cutes: All it took was one gaze across a jam-packed event or restaurant and within seconds, they knew they had found “the one.” Of course, that sounds wonderful. After all, it is the subject of countless romantic books and movies. But, do people truly fall in love at first sight or is it an imaginary tale?
24 August 2024, 07:41 AM
Parenting 101: How to say ‘no’ without becoming the villain
Parent-child bonding is the most priceless relationship in the world. No one wants to jinx it in life for anything in the world! Yet, there are times when parents are compelled to set boundaries over children’s impulsive actions.
18 August 2024, 09:32 AM