
Credentials
Lakshmi is a science writer with two decades of experience and a lifelong love for all things nerdy. As a mother of a grown digital native, she’s still learning—and sharing—what it means to parent in the screen age. She believes “working mother” is a tautology and thinks curiosity is the best parenting tool.
Mission
Lakshmi believes parenting in the digital age takes tolerance, tactical timeouts, and tea. Lots of tea. Her mission: turn tech talk into practical parenting wisdom—minus the jargon. She helps parents navigate screen time and social media with confidence (and a sense of humor). If she’s learned it, she’s shared it. If not, she’s probably writing about it right now.
Fast Facts
- Favorite Subjects: Science, Technology, Parenting (because curiosity…)
- Guilty Pleasure: YouTube Shorts (because procrastination…)
- Role Model: Shashi Tharoor (because words…)
- First App Check: WhatsApp Profile Updates (because nosiness…)
Articles by Lakshmi

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news.Mobicip has been named the Best Budget Parental Control App by Forbes Vetted! This recognition means a lot to us because it shines a light on something we’ve
on October 03, 2025

October – Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is recognized as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an annual initiative designed to raise awareness about the importance of protecting ourselves and our digital spaces. This year’s Cybersecurity
on October 03, 2025

Behind the Screens: How Apps and Algorithms Shape Your Child
When your child uses an app, they’re not just tapping buttons on a screen. They’re interacting with a complex system of data collection, algorithms, and design choices that shape what they see and do.
on September 30, 2025

How Parents Can Teach Their Kids About ‘Digital Stranger Danger’
Digital stranger danger refers to the risks children face when interacting with unknown people on the internet. Parents and guardians play a vital role in helping kids understand and manage these risk
on September 29, 2025

What Is Doomscrolling and How Does It Affect Kids?
The Cambridge Dictionary defines doomscrolling as “the activity of spending a lot of time looking at your phone or computer and reading bad or negative news stories.” Most of us know the feeling—openi
on September 23, 2025

ChatGPT in the Classroom – How Parents Can Foster Critical Thinking in the Age of AI
ChatGPT, a generative AI tool developed by OpenAI, is quickly becoming part of everyday life. What began as a cutting-edge technology is now mainstream—so much so that people casually say, “I ChatGPT-
on September 16, 2025

Getting into a Sleep Routine for School Success – A Parent’s Guide
Last month, we talked about “Back to school, back to screens,” and how adjusting digital habits sets the stage for a smoother transition into the school year. Now that the backpacks are organized, tim
on September 08, 2025

Inside Kids’ Screens: Aug 2025 Trends from Mobicip
The August 2025 Screen Time Report from Mobicip provides insights into how children and teens are spending their screen time. From gaming and streaming to messaging and browsing, this month’s screen t
on September 09, 2025

Social Media Algorithms: How Apps Influence What Your Child Sees Every Day
An algorithm is simply a set of step-by-step instructions that a computer follows to get something done. Think of it like a recipe: if you want to bake a cake, you follow the steps in order—mix the fl
on September 01, 2025
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