Exclusive: ‘Curious Parent’ Harpreet Grover on How 5 Mins a Day Helps Parents Understand Kids

In an era where parenting often feels like a constant race — balancing work, home, academics, and screen-time battles — one father’s message is cutting through the noise with simplicity and compassion.

Harpreet Grover, co-founder of CoCubes and now the voice behind The Curious Parent, is on a mission to help Indian parents reconnect with their children — not with grand gestures, but with just 5 minutes a day.

“The biggest mistake we make as parents is thinking we need hours to bond with our children. The truth is, it takes just five minutes — if those five minutes are fully present,” says Harpreet.

???? The Birth of 'The Curious Parent'

After becoming a father himself and noticing the lack of practical, modern parenting advice rooted in the Indian context, Harpreet started an Instagram page and later a platform called The Curious Parent. What began as a few reflective posts has turned into a thriving parenting community followed by thousands across India.

⏱️ The 5-Minute Rule That’s Changing Parenting

Harpreet’s core philosophy is based on one simple but powerful practice: sit with your child for five distraction-free minutes every day. No phone. No lectures. Just listen.

“During those five minutes, your child opens a little window into their world — what excited them today, what hurt them, or what they’re dreaming about,” Harpreet explains.

This tiny pocket of time, he says, allows parents to understand their child’s emotions, fears, and motivations, helping them respond with empathy rather than control.

???? A Mindful Shift in Parenting

Unlike traditional parenting advice that emphasizes academic performance or discipline, The Curious Parent focuses on:

  • Building emotional intelligence

  • Recognizing signs of stress or withdrawal

  • Understanding learning styles

  • Breaking the reward-punishment cycle

One of Harpreet’s most resonant messages is to stop “fixing” children and start observing them — how they behave in play, what they create when left alone, and what they talk about when they’re not being corrected.

“Children are constantly telling us who they are. We just need to pause and watch.”

???? Courses, Podcasts & Parent Circles

To make his message more accessible, Harpreet has launched:

  • A podcast for parents seeking bite-sized advice

  • Online courses covering school selection, screen-time management, and emotional growth

  • Free parenting circles for open discussion and support

His content is particularly impactful for first-time parents, parents of toddlers, and those navigating the school system.

???? Letting Kids Lead

Harpreet also challenges the conventional “one-size-fits-all” model of raising children. He encourages parents to support curiosity, respect individuality, and reduce over-scheduling.

“Your child may not be a topper, an athlete, or a performer. But they might be a quiet observer, a builder, or an artist. And that’s more than enough,” he says.

???? Final Thoughts

In a parenting world filled with perfection pressures and social media comparisons, Harpreet Grover’s message stands out: Be present. Be curious. Be kind.

And remember — it only takes five minutes to begin.