Because raising kids is a game of strategy, stamina, and a lot of heart
India vs. England.
The pitch is set, the crowd is roaring, and every household is tuned in. But while the players battle it out on the field, parents everywhere are playing their own match — every single school day.
Sounds familiar?
The First Over: Mornings That Need a Solid Start
Just like a cricket team needs a strong opening, your day begins with the mad rush — uniforms, brushing teeth, “Where’s my socks?” and the big question: “What do I pack for lunch?”
You try to keep it cool like Rohit Sharma, but inside… it’s full toss chaos.
Middle Overs: Holding It All Together
Once your child is at school, your thoughts shift from to-do lists to “I hope they’re eating properly.”
Much like a cricket match, this phase is all about holding the momentum.
Focus, energy, hydration, and the right breaks make all the difference.
Your kid, just like a batter at the crease, needs to stay balanced, focused, and alert — especially post-lunch.
The Powerplay Moments: Small Wins at Home
Every parent knows that joy when a clean lunchbox returns — it’s the parenting equivalent of hitting a boundary.
Or when your child says, “Today’s lunch was yum!”
That’s your six over mid-wicket.
These little moments? They’re your innings. They’re the reason you wake up every day ready to play again.
Strategy, Not Perfection
Whether it’s cricket or parenting — there’s no such thing as a perfect match.
Some days are smooth chases. Others feel like surviving a bouncer.
What matters is that you show up, adapt, and keep playing with all your heart.
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