A Letter to Aarush
Dad misses Aarush, who's now four months old and showing signs of development like grasping toys & turning sideways with joyful noises - still needs extra care for neck strengthening. Despite not...
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Goodbye – Mumbai – a quick update
Embarking on an epic journey from Mumbai to Bangalore in my car—a tale awaited by many but shared here for the first time, with tales yet untold as I seek home away from home. Stay tuned!
Fourth month
Amidst a hot Mumbai summer of **49º C** and confinement at home due to small size restrictions by parents, Aarush experiences colic symptoms but finds joy in family interactions despite the...
Perfect Parking in Bangalore
A Bangalore blogger discovers an ideal California-style parallel parking spot in a narrow lane and admits his own driving skills fall short for such precision spots designed with small car...
Third month
Amidst playful twitches and smiles in April '08, Aarush's developmental milestones blossomed as babies become more interactive—cooing, holding toys upright, enjoying colors & sounds; his charm...
Nagaon - a sleepy sunday
Bachelor's escape from Durg leads him on a spontaneous road trip with Sameer to Nagaon and Kashid Beach; despite car troubles delaying plans, the day ends in relaxation and promise of more tranquil...
Shiv Jayanti
Shiv Jayanti, marking Maratha leader Shivaji Maharaj's birth anniversary on February 19th in Mumbai, transforms into a vibrant yet chaotic display of political power and vehicular dominance as both...
Feeling the Kicks
Discovering fetal kicks brings joy as a first mom; movements intensify with bone hardening but vary in frequency—doctor suggests counting for reassurance, yet it's normal if they don't always move!
Second month
Exploring parenthood, Santanu and his mom embark on their first air travel with baby Aarush who's learning about the world through sounds, colors, ceiling fans, fevers from shots, and enjoying gentle...
Geography - mismatch
Mumbai's St. Thomas Cathedral stands in the south but serves North Indian Christians since its establishment by British colonists over three centuries ago. It remains a historic Anglican church, now...
First month
Postpartum tiredness led me to rest at home post delivery; customs delayed my desire to step outside after bed rest during pregnancy. My Low Transverse Incision healed quickly, allowing a refreshing...