No one really tells you what truly matters about motherhood. After marriage, all you often hear is, “When are you having kids?” But no one prepares you for what comes after. When the baby arrives, so does a quiet kind of anxiety. It’s not loud or dramatic. It’s subtle—but constant. There are moments when your … Continue reading Quiet Anxiety of Motherhood No One Talks About
pc- @papipigy Ila hadn’t slept well. By the time the sky cracked open with pale winter light, she was already awake. Even at 8 a.m., the morning felt dark and heavy. Why not sip my morning masala chai, she thought. She turned the gas knob and set water to boil. Two spoons of her favourite … Continue reading When Chai Gets Cold
An ode to everyday multitasking… and husbands source:pinterest Today, I truly believe women are champions of multitasking. And no, I’m not talking about the glamorous “managing home, baby, job” kind of multitasking. I mean the real, behind-the-scenes stuff. The kind of multitasking that keeps a household from falling into total chaos. Like laundry, for instance. … Continue reading Domestic Dramas & Other Delicacies
This morning, as I held a warm bowl of poha, I sighed — not out of tiredness, but with a quiet sense of gratitude. Yes, I have someone to feed me. Life today is beautifully chaotic. I’m lost in unfinished sleep, diaper changes, burps, and chasing my little one. There are days I feel angry, … Continue reading This Moment Is Precious Too
Dearest Aai, After I became a mother, I often find myself wondering — who were you before you became Aai?What time did you wake up? What was your favorite way to spend a quiet afternoon? Did you cook for the joy of it, or because YOU wanted to eat something special? Did you laugh easily? … Continue reading Now I see You, Aai – A Letter To My Mother
Our little one was curled up tightly on Anand’s chest, fast asleep. He was pacing slowly, trying to keep her asleep. Anand whispered, “Deepu, she’s asleep. What should we do now? Did she drink enough milk? Should we wake her up to feed?” I was just about to answer when — She stirred, opened her … Continue reading “Who Fell Asleep Here?”
By the time we were ready to step out, it was already 11 a.m. The sun blazed so brightly, it felt like we were auditioning for a sunscreen commercial—squinting, blinking, and fumbling for sunglasses. Limburg, a charming little town in Germany, was just an hour away. Perfect for a test drive with our 4.5-month-old baby, … Continue reading When Plans Change
As the sun dipped below the horizon, it was time for my daily ritual—gathering scattered toys from the floor and folding the playmats. A tiny task, yet oddly grounding. It helps me prepare a blank canvas for tomorrow’s joyful mess. Today was no different. My baby lay on the bed, happily playing, her giggles painting … Continue reading A Kingdom of Toys
Chai and Chatter Chronicles 