Tips and titbits on Parenting, Newborn Care and New Mum's life. Heartfelt articles on contemplation related to the battle of living a balanced life with an intent of inspiration. A plethora of recipes. Anecdotes of adventure, from a weekend guide to long trips.
Why “My View From Home”?
“My View From Home” is a happy medium. It is a platform to share my experiences with a dose of inspiration and learning. It’s about enjoying life’s simple pleasures. The name “My View From Home” didn’t come out just randomly, it represents much more! It is about ceaseless struggles between parenting and work-life balance, it is... Continue Reading →
Know the blogger!
Well, I’m Attreyee Paul, the teacher, artist, mother, wife, food-enthusiast, blogger, Indian-origin Bengali girl behind “My View From Home”. I come from a family having an amalgamation of scientists, artists and good cooks and this is how love for each of my passion was embedded into my DNA. I qualified as a postgraduate in Biotechnology... Continue Reading →
A Twisted Journey
Motherhood enveloped me at the age of 32 which were my days of heyday at work. There is a common misconception in our mindset that a career choice is permanent!Right after high school, we invest our time, effort and money in bringing ourselves up for the career path. At any time, we fear the idea... Continue Reading →
Inaaya slipping through my fingers in snippets #27 Growing Readers
Did you know that over 50% of children between the ages 3-8 say their favourite thing to do with parents is read? As a busy mom with a wacky schedule I run out of time to do a lot of things I plan for. My ardent daughter Inaaya has turned 2 and has a will... Continue Reading →
Delhi – Can you ever get enough of this enigmatic city?
Ik roz apni rooh se poocha, ke dilli kya hai. To yun Jawab me keh gayi, Ye duniya maano jism hai aur dilli uski jaan - Mirza Ghalib Being a Delhiite by birth, a sense of belongingness engulfs me. Delhi never disappoints, the city with no dearth of excitement. Today, I am here not to... Continue Reading →
That Lady in Red
Little news at Gouache! Still got some progress to make but having fun. I love the contrast it allows. Had been an unexpected week. But gouache has to go on. This is my space to keep me strong!
Night Sky
Gouache on paper.No Wait, my first (self-taught) gouache on paper.Very recently I came across this form of art and when I googled and grammed it, I realised how visually arresting it is! After spending enormous amounts of hours in watching tutorials, finally gave it a try.I would be lying if I say it is similar... Continue Reading →
Charcoal Sketch
For artists who like to touch the spine of the pencil, run their hands on the canvas, are aroused by the sound of pencil rubbing and get high on giving the finishing touch.I don’t even remember when was it the last time I sketched. Before Inaaya maybe and she is almost 2 years now. Even... Continue Reading →
Inaaya slipping through my fingers in snippets #26 THE PRESCHOOL DILEMMA
Why preschool when I can teach my child all that they do in school? Do you know the most common myths regarding preschools? And how to decide your kind of school?
My Journey Beyond Words
I loved every part of being pregnant because 1. God blessed my womb with a child. 2. My body was designed to recreate it. 3. I felt beautiful each day. 4. I could feel a little human kick and twirl inside me. 5. The anticipation of meeting my baby. 6. I became more cautious about... Continue Reading →
Lockdown Activity #7 A very hungry caterpillar
Read out to them and explain to them the metamorphosis of a caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly.
Lockdown Activity #10 I am a freebird
DANCE! Is dancing beneficial? Yes, a lot! Irrespective of age or gender, dance is a free physical movement, benefiting both the body and mind, that has been seen aiding their social skills enhancing their ability to communicate. While dancing, children think of creative postures and movements which increases their fitness levels. Studies have found out... Continue Reading →
