Increasingly common in cities due to job mobility and housing constraints, these units consist of only parents and children. However, they often maintain "modified joint" ties, staying connected via technology and frequent visits. Daily Life & Routines
As the sun dipped and the streetlights flickered on, the household swelled again. Ananya returned first, tossing her bag and immediately heading for the kitchen to see "what’s for snacks." Increasingly common in cities due to job mobility