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Surviving Motherhood, One Laugh at a Time!
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Indian summers can sneak up on little ones, and dehydration in babies often shows subtle signs before becoming serious. From fewer wet nappies to dry lips and unusual fussiness, knowing what to watch for can make all the difference. Here’s a simple guide to spotting early dehydration signs and keeping…
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Mindful Mama Mondays #2: The Myth of the “Chill” Mom
This week on Mindful Mama Mondays: I’m talking about the myth of the “chill” mom. (Spoiler: she’s fictional.) I lose my temper too—but mindfulness isn’t…
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30 Days to a Happier Mom: A Real-Life Joy Challenge
Feeling overwhelmed in the chaos of motherhood? I hear you, mama. I took a 30-day joy challenge—simple daily habits that helped me reconnect with myself…
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Monthly Milestones of Baby Development: Month 1
New on the Blog: Baby’s First Month Milestones! From jerky limbs to epic milk comas, your baby’s first month is full of magic (and mild…
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Mindful Mama Mondays: “Breathe, Mama, Breathe”
Welcome to Mindful Mama Mondays, where we trade multitasking for mindful moments—no incense or silence required. In our first post, “Breathe, Mama, Breathe,” we explore…
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Baby’s Burning Up: A Survival Guide from One Sleep-Deprived Mama to Another
💌 This Week on The Good Juju “Is it just teething… or should I panic?” Last week, my baby spiked a fever—and my brain spiked…
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When a Woman Becomes a Mother… and a Father Is Revealed
This week on The Good Juju: He may not have carried the baby, but he carries the load—in all the small, invisible ways that matter.…
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Of Moms, Miracles, and May Mornings
This Mother’s Day hits different—I’ve officially joined the club of women who can function on three hours of sleep, pack a lunchbox while reciting rhymes,…
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Off-Key but On-Point: Our Tagore Jayanti Home Concert
Every Pochishe Boishakh, our living room transforms into a heartfelt (and slightly off-key) tribute to Rabindranath Tagore—with harmonium chords, toddler parades, and a non-Bengali dad…
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From Home to Pre-KG: Our Tiny Human’s Big Step (and Mama’s Bigger Meltdown)
Big backpack, tiny human, and one emotional mama—our toddler is off to Pre-KG! In this week’s blog post, I share the hilarious highs and teary…
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Pinterest Lies & Power Cut Cries: 10 Decor Trends That Don’t Survive Indian Summers
Is Your Home Summer-Ready or a Sweat Trap? Some décor trends look dreamy on Pinterest — until real life (and 45°C heat) kicks in. From…
● About Me
Hi, I’m Pallavi, the storyteller at The Good Juju.
I’m a mom of two little humans and one very opinionated cat, sharing the highs and lows of parenthood with honesty and heart.
From baby milestones to mommy survival tips, I write about what I’ve learned (and what I’m still figuring out). This space is my cozy corner for comfort, connection, and a little bit of magic in the everyday chaos 🌸
Here, I share the real stories of motherhood—messy, magical, and often hilarious—sprinkled with cultural traditions, postpartum truths and survival hacks with a wink of humor.
Because motherhood isn’t Pinterest-perfect—it’s chai-fueled, messy, and still the best juju ever.
If you’ve ever thought, “Is it just me?”—welcome, you’ve found your tribe. ✨
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