The best sleep I had in 2024 happened in the last week of the year at Quincy House Singapore, a new serviced residence in Holland Village. I thought it was…
As a child, Emil Lim was the kind of student parents and teachers love. With a PSLE (Primary School Leaving Examination) T-score of 266, he was in the top 1%…
Transitioning from the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) to secondary school marks a critical point in a child’s educational journey. It’s a moment when students face new academic challenges, social…
As we slither into the Year of the Snake, expect more sss-scintillating puns like the one above. Just kidding! Instead, look forward to another season of must-have CNY goodies to…
Happy New Year! As we step into January 2025, we look back on the moments that shaped us as parents in 2024. For the new year ahead, we’re prioritising connection…
“I hate you! You’re the worst mum ever!” my 10-year-old daughter howled in anger. “How DARE you shout at your mum like that?” my husband popped his head into her…
The Year of the Snake, a time of renewal and fresh beginnings, calls for reunions that reflect this vibrant energy. So why not break away from traditional Chinese sit-down reunion…
The Lunar New Year is a time to celebrate family, unity, and tradition, and CNY twinning with your family in matching outfits is a fantastic way to embrace the festive…
The Year of the Snake is slithering its way into 2025, promising a year of wisdom, grace, and prosperity. For your Chinese New Year (CNY) reunion dinners, we’ve curated a…
It starts with a rumble, rises to a soft roar, and before you expect it, a plane has landed and is gliding down the runway — less than 50 metres…
Today, Cassandra Nadira Lee is a thriving entrepreneur and mother of two. But for the youthful 50-year-old, getting here wasn’t smooth-sailing. While her childhood, marked by her family’s financial struggles,…
Caleb (not his real name) was in Primary 3 when he started to come home from school in tears. He seemed stressed, and avoided some of his friends. No one…
‘Tis beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Which means we’re here to update you on all the fun festive happenings on our little red dot. Join us as we…
Catching The Wizard by Oz by Wild Rice was top on our ‘to do’ list for the school holidays for my daughter and me. It was our first time attending…
The Grand Hyatt Singapore has been a landmark on Scotts Road for as long as I can recall. It’s undergone several refurbishments over the years, and its most recent multi-year…
“To say that the journey was a rollercoaster ride is probably an understatement,” says Lavin Chong, a marketing manager in a fintech company. She and her husband, Andy Wang, both…
Already feeling overwhelmed by the thought of shopping for Christmas gifts? Don’t worry, this treasure trove of gift ideas will delight everyone on your list, from the littlest elves to…
Generations of Singaporean students — yes, including you and me — have overlooked the Oral exam until it’s around the corner. Yet we consistently practise writing compositions and tackle past…
If you are female, you could have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and not know it. Your daughter, female friends, and female relatives could have ASD, and not know it. As…
‘Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry! With Christmas 2024 just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your festive feasts. Whether you’re hosting a cosy family…
If the school holidays have already started for your kids, or will soon start, keep this list of awesome year-end holiday activities and festive events handy. Whether you’re looking for…
“I would like to share my personal feedback regarding the NurseFirst service. I called in last evening when my child encountered an incident in school. I would like to express…
Can you believe that it’s already November 2024? Where did the year go, right? If thinking about getting prepped and ready for year-end holidays and celebrations is making you sweat,…
Family vacations can be costly, and of course, the bigger the family, the higher the expenditure. But fret not. One way to create memorable family vacations without breaking the bank…
Raymond Lim is an inspirational speaker, trainer, and coach, and the founder of RL Consultancy. At the same time, the 47-year-old is a dedicated dad who together with his wife,…
If you have a budding poet, author, writer, word wonder at home, keep 8 to 17 November 2023 free for them to indulge at the Singapore Writers Festival SWF Playground….
With no family history of breast cancer, Kwa Lay Teng never thought that she would be the first in her family to get it. She was 38 weeks pregnant, about…
Preloved novels collecting dust, self-help books you’ll never read again, not to mention children’s books your kids have outgrown and old textbooks that keep piling up. Wondering what to do with all t...
The Year of the Snake is slithering its way into 2025, promising a year of wisdom, grace, and prosperity. For your Chinese New Year (CNY) reunion dinners, we’ve curated a line-up of uniquely scaled-up...
No, it’s not limited to the older generation — even young childless couples visit temples to pray that the deities will grant them a healthy baby. Zhu Sheng Niang Niang (注生娘娘), in particular, seems to...
As we slither into the Year of the Snake, expect more sss-scintillating puns like the one above. Just kidding! Instead, look forward to another season of must-have CNY goodies to savour and share with...
Two pink lines. Ecstatic tears. A whirlwind of emotions and a whole lot of questions, from “am I ready for this?” to “where should I give birth?”. Answers: you will be, and read on. If choosing hospit...
The Lunar New Year is a time to celebrate family, unity, and tradition, and CNY twinning with your family in matching outfits is a fantastic way to embrace the festive spirit while creating lasting me...
Generations of Singaporean students — yes, including you and me — have overlooked the Oral exam until it’s around the corner. Yet we consistently practise writing compositions and tackle past years’ w...
In the past, my friends and I used to lug mega-sized packs of diapers when we visited girlfriends who had just given birth. Diapers, we rationalised, were the perfect gift. The baby would definitely n...
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is common in our everyday lives as Singaporeans. Turn a corner in any neighbourhood and you will likely encounter a TCM medical hall or two. During hotter months and...
Whether you’re still waiting to pop, or Baby’s already here, you’re probably thinking about your little one’s full moon celebration. This joyous occasion to mark a baby’s first month of life is signif...
Pilates has become a popular workout in Singapore, with the addition of at least four new Pilates studios and classes in Singapore over the past year. Whether done on the mat or on a reformer, it can...
We’re Singaporeans, when we want to have good food with the extended family outside, we go to a zi char restaurant. Right? Chances are, your family already has its familiar favourite when it comes to...
Often, we wonder how our children will turn out to be when they grow up. As we watch them develop and learn, we try our best to make sense of their actions and behaviour. Did you know that your child'...
To most of us, Chinese New Year is all about catching up with loved ones over yummy food. From bountiful reunion dinners to an abundance of addictive CNY goodies, it’s a tough time to be watching your...
WICKED the musical is back in town and is definitely one that the whole family will love. Here’s why you – and your kids – don’t want to miss this award-winning Broadway and West End production. Lions...
The Year of the Snake, a time of renewal and fresh beginnings, calls for reunions that reflect this vibrant energy. So why not break away from traditional Chinese sit-down reunion dinners and explore...
Catching The Wizard by Oz by Wild Rice was top on our ‘to do’ list for the school holidays for my daughter and me. It was our first time attending a play at The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre at Funan. We lo...
Please let my child be short, said no mum ever. Indeed, the quest for height is an age-old one, forged by the belief that tall equals success in all aspects of life. Even the language we use has influ...
‘Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry! With Christmas 2024 just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your festive feasts. Whether you’re hosting a cosy family dinner or a grand holiday...
Chinese New Year is officially over. Have you put your child's red packet 'collection' into his or her bank account yet? What do you do with all the leftover red packets that you did not use? Why not...
