Teenage Life Skill Academy organized its first-ever “Parenting Adda” with the participation of more than 80 parents, on December 11, 2025, in Banani, Dhaka,.
The event was hosted by Ghulam Sumdany Don. Guest speakers included Sabrina Shaheed, Principal of Sir John Wilson School; Prof. Dr. Helal Uddin Ahmed, Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychiatrist; Engr. M Jakir Ahmed, Parenting Coach; and Shuvasish Bhowmick, Award-Winning Content Creator.
In this ever-changing world, the relationship between parents and their children no longer follows the old rules. Parents need to stay aware and guide their children in a friendly and supportive manner. On this note, Shuvasish Bhowmick says, “Sometimes, instead of being overprotective, children should be allowed to fail safely.”
According to Engr. M Jakir Ahmed, in parenting, “Love” means listening carefully to what the child is saying, observing their behavior, validating their feelings, and showing empathy”.
Sabrina Shaheed highlighted that “Parenting is a balance of love, restrictions, and boundaries.”
Prof. Dr. Helal Uddin Ahmed said, “Let your child grow naturally, like a winding river.” He further added, “We should not command our children; instead, we should offer them choices.”
Throughout the three-hour session, parents shared spontaneously about the various challenges they face and the ways they overcome them. After receiving solutions to various parenting challenges from the expert panelists, parents expressed hope for more such events in the future.
