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In Singapore, some children as young as seven years old receive counselling to learn social skills and emotional regulation, as a means to better their mental health. Do children even…
After 30 hours of prolonged labour and minimal dilation, my obgyn said the ‘c’-word — C-section — that launched my career in maternal nagging. “You better come out soon,” I…
When her son Emmanuel was 18 months old, Janice Tay noticed that his development was slower compared to his older sister at the same age. “I instinctively knew something wasn’t…
Giving birth to her third child on a mattress at home was not part of Ho Kin Ing’s delivery plan. Serendipitously though, the moment fits perfectly with the 33-year-old’s current…
Expecting a little one this year of the wood snake? Congratulations! Two of your top considerations are probably (i) where to give birth, and (ii) how much it will cost….
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%…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
At 12,813 km away from Singapore, Vancouver, Canada has always seemed too far to travel to. But now there’s a way to fly to Vancouver directly — in just 14…
From the outside, 16-year-old Zack (name changed) appears to be doing fine. His grades, while not excellent, are not terrible. A student in London, he speaks clearly and confidently, and…
Back when I was a work-at-home-mum with no help, one of the hardest parts of my day was trying to find things for the kids to do so I could…
It’s official: temperatures are rising, and with them, health threats and general discomfort all around for us. If you are pregnant though, hotter weather can be even more harmful as…
Four days after bringing her newborn son (now four) home from the hospital, Ethel Yap found that she could not breathe. She had no idea that it was because of…
When they travel, kids broaden their horizons and try new things. But what if they could also pick up new skills, improve on current ones, and return home enriched by…
Five years ago, Aisha Jiffry, 44, was going through the motions in a job that left her tired, uninspired, and with little time to pursue her own passions. Blessed with…
With impeccable timing, the kid has to use the bathroom as soon as we step into our room at Holiday Inn Singapore Little India. It is only upon exiting, and…
Whether they are as small as a grain of rice, or as big as a melon, hearing that you have fibroids can spark fear. Are they cancerous? What if I…
If your periods are irregular, and you have been trying to conceive without success, you might want to check whether you have Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS. This is caused…
More, and more, the things we used to throw out as trash have become ‘treasures’ that we can recycle. However, Singapore still has a long way to go when it…
It’s no secret that we Singaporeans love the ease of a vacation close to home – the staycation. With limited time and busy schedules, staycations offer a convenient escape from…
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…
As any parent of an “artistic” toddler knows, a painting never exists upon a single plane. In the hands of a child, these artworks take on geographical dimensions. They have…
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…
Your child has slept through the night, but there is a large wet patch on the bed. Your child wakes with a piercing scream in the middle of the night,…
Does your child sleep well? Children need sleep. But even more importantly, they need to sleep well. Sleep is crucial for their overall health and development, and plays a pivotal…
It’s no secret that we Singaporeans love any excuse to get out of the city for a holiday. That’s why every year’s public holiday announcement is eagerly looked forward to:…
Apple has a Swift Explorers programme that is open to students from primary school age in Singapore. For aspiring developers and creators who are a little older, there is the…
As a ‘kiasu’ mum-to-be, I researched every aspect of baby care while pregnant. One thing that struck me was how breast milk is the best food for babies. Breast milk…
When Aaron Chwee was in secondary school, his father bought him a participating whole life insurance plan. “He told me he did not know much about financial markets, but he…
If you have a child between the ages of three and pre-teen, who uses the internet to learn and play, read this. Four in five children in Singapore spend one…
Childbirth is a miraculous experience but for first-time mums, it can be daunting. You wonder if your baby will be okay, and whether everything will proceed well. On top of…
Putting your baby in infant care can be a big decision. As a new parent, it may not be easy to acknowledge that your child will be cared for by…
Gone are the days when the kitchen tap was the only outlet for drinking water at home. Now, with water purifiers, it’s easy to have clean, temperature-specific water at the…
Children often complain of fatigue, shortness of breath, and abdominal pain. But these complaints could indicate something more dire — like Gaucher (pronounced go-SHAY) disease — if they are accompanied…
One great thing about travelling with young children is that family holidays are not hindered by school schedules, so you can jet set whenever, wherever. A not-so-great thing — and…
In a time and age where everyone micromanages imperfections — who hasn’t used a social media filter to make their skin look better? — Jas Chua is a breath of…
At a parenting seminar I attended last weekend, the top answers to the question “what do you wish for your child in the future?” were mostly “be happy” and “happiness”….
Last month, we shared how pre-planning may be the most important gift you can give to yourself and your loved ones. Did that convince you to do it? This month,…
If you are pregnant and expecting a baby later this year or early next year, here’s a thought for you. Where is the best place to welcome your precious bundle?…
Death and taxes. Nothing in life is more certain than these, goes the old saying. But while taxes can be offset by reliefs and rebates, there’s not much one can…
Wind down at one of its numerous pristine beaches, get that IG-worthy shot at the “Golden Hand Bridge”, or cruise on a UNESCO World Heritage site. Still wondering where? Say…
As we gear up to celebrate Singapore’s 58th birthday, you might be wondering about how you can maximise the public holiday. After all, National Day 2023 falls smack in the…
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…
Get your air purifiers ready: haze may be coming our way soon. This is due to a high likelihood of El Nino conditions which will bring hotter and drier weather…
Did you ‘revenge travel’ with your family during the recent school holidays? And if so, did you remember to buy travel insurance? Travel insurance helped ease the cost of inconvenience…
The recent World Environment Day (5 June) was a reminder to #BeatPlasticPollution and help release the chokehold of plastic on our planet. But apart from foregoing plastic, there are many…
When Kimberley Bruce was 18, her parents divorced. The experience impacted her deeply, but what was even more challenging was to see her eight-year-old brother grapple to comprehend the situation….
So you’ve booked the feast, and ordered the cake. The card is made, and the flowers are on their way. Now that the giving part is sorted, how about doing…
Still think it’s taboo for a ‘real man’ to talk about reproduction? Heads up, we’re in 2023 now and male infertility — defined as the inability for a male to…
Twenty minutes and two pushes. That was all it took for Deborah Wong to birth her two babies: Mark, who is two and a half years old and Isabel, nine…
Does having normal periods mean you are fertile? Will lying on your back with your legs in the air give sperm the best shot at reaching their target? If you…
It is 4am at the emergency department of the hospital. Doctors have just managed to bring Norfadillah’s heart rate down — after four tries — from a panic-inducing 235 beats…
Samantha Lee was in the middle of lessons one afternoon when she received the call from her gynaecologist’s clinic. “Immediately, I knew something must have been flagged,” the school teacher…
“Doctor, you siao (Hokkien for “crazy”) is it,” Nancy Koh recalls saying to her obgyn (“he is Catholic and against abortion”) when he mentioned termination as an option following her…
So you’re pregnant, and thinking of doing Pilates. Perhaps you’ve just had a baby, and heard that Pilates can help flatten the pregnancy pooch. Or seen those Pilates Tik Toks…
Having witnessed countless in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) procedures over 28 years of his career, Thomson Fertility Centre’s Chief Embryologist Dr. Ethiraj Balaji Prasath has seen it all when it comes to…
Frankly, we don’t need a day to tell us that women deserve more. We know that. But it’s still good to have a day to remind the rest of the…
The Peranakan Museum opens today after a four-year renovation, with brand new galleries that highlight aspects of the colourful Straits Chinese culture. And as you will learn when you visit,…
Because love is a rainbow of emotions, here’s a gift for every colour. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day (14 Feb), Galantine’s Day (13 Feb) , or just loving yourself (any…
Once again, the world is our oyster. Travel lanes are open and there are flights to almost every part of the earth. But if the thought of folding yourself into…
Since ancient times, our ancestors have used the stars to determine their destinies and life paths. This practice has continued into the modern era. The Chinese Zodiac continues to be…
There’s a saying to “start as you mean to go on”. With this in mind, the kids and I spent our first official weekend of 2023 enjoying a series of…
And just like that, the Year of the Rabbit is almost here. The Lunar New Year is just two weeks away. Is it me, or does time seem to be…
Huat ah! This coming Lunar New Year – it’s on 22 January 2023 by the way – is the first non-socially distanced Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration in two years….
Good news, everyone! This coming new year is the first in two years without any safe management measures or group size limits on social gatherings. Yay! But oops, it’s bad…
Yoo-hoo! It’s just one month to the most wonderful time for the year. Are you ready? Read on for our Christmas edition of ideas on things to do and places…
An app that can help your child get answers to tough questions on practice papers. Or one that can help you improve your communication skills and boost your confidence in…
Did you know that one in seven young people between 10 and 19 years has a mental health issue? Furthermore, that these mental health issues remain largely untreated? Adolescents are…
Breast cancer during pregnancy is known as gestational breast cancer, or pregnancy-associated breast cancer (PABC). It refers to breast cancers that occur whilst pregnant, in the first year postpartum, or…
Fail. It’s the other four-letter ‘F’ word, and one that is as emotionally arousing and offensive as the swear word. Seeing the word “fail”, or the big red “F” on…
Yesterday, Meta group launched The Family Center on Instagram (IG). This provides parents with tools and resources to help support their teens’ online experience. Quick aside: Teens, because the minimum…
Recently, we featured the stories of two single mums in Singapore. They shared their experiences as solo parents in Singapore: the challenges they face, and how they cope. This time,…
The common adage during pregnancy is that you can, and should “eat for two”. That, we now know, is a misconception. Pregnancy nutrition does not mean eating more. A pregnant…
Bringing up a child is no walk in the park. But for single parents, the path is paved with additional challenges and difficulties. There are day-to-day responsibilities to manage through…
If you are a mum-to-be, or a new mum, you are probably aware that breastfeeding is good for your baby. According to UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund), breast milk “protects…
In less than two weeks, it will be the September school holidays. Officially, they start on 3 September and last till 11 September 2022. However local school-going children will be…
Yes it’s another long weekend, this time to celebrate Singapore’s 57th birthday. And in case you’ve forgotten, school-going children have another day off on Wednesday, 10 August so it’s a…
If you are pregnant, and feeling aches and pains around certain parts of your body, take heart. You are not alone, and there is a remedy for the pain. Almost…
Few things remain the same after you have given birth and become a mother. Your body is different, ‘mum brain’ has taken over, and all your attention is on your…
Nestled between the raucous fun of Wild Wild Wet water park and the lush greenery of Pasir Ris Park, Momley Loft is a new confinement sanctuary where mothers can rest…
TL;DR This awesome school holiday camp-cation by the Singapore Discovery Centre is so popular it’s always booked out. But Camp 1N is back this month (till 26 June) and tents…
Kia ora! In case you didn’t know, New Zealand is now welcoming visitors, including Singaporeans. So if you’ve been dreaming about visiting The Land of the Long White Cloud for…
No matter how healthy you were before giving birth, going through pregnancy and giving birth have consequences on the body. Adding to the physical stress are fatigue, and sleep deprivation….
Azizah Azman skips rope, plays badminton, and has even started inline skating – all while living with a stoma. (This, by the way, is an opening on the abdomen that…
Even before those reports (in May 2021) about the COVID-19 virus being airborne, air purifiers had already been seeing a steady uptick in sales. In addition earlier studies show that…
In case you haven’t heard, Spectrum of the Seas, the Royal Caribbean International’s biggest, newest ship in Asia, sets sail on its inaugural 2022 cruise from Singapore today. If you…
Oh life, as Michael Stipe from that seminal 90s band R.E.M. would mumble (with all of us howling along with him) is bigger. “It’s bigger than you, and you are…
Vaccinated Travel Lanes may be opening up across the world but you may not be comfortable bringing your little ones on flights and across borders. In addition there are also…
As parents, we know never to compare our children with others. After all, every child develops at a different pace. Similarly, they often learn in very different ways. Hence some…
Three to four months after giving birth to her first child, Mary* (*not her real name) and her husband had sex. To her shock, the advertising specialist felt “a burning…
Sex is bliss, but not when every slip, stroke, and slide brings pain rather than pleasure. And while you can achieve satisfaction by other means, why limit intimacy when you…
Are you expecting a Tiger baby this year? Congratulations! If you are still wondering where to give birth, bookmark this maternity package list for Singapore hospitals to go through. Within…
Eighty years ago today, Singapore was under siege and soon to witness the largest British surrender in history. Go back in time to the Fall of Singapore as the National…
Are children growing as well as they should these days? Probably, and exceeding expectations too. In his January 2022 editorial for CNA online, Dr Lim Yang Chern commented on the…
Did you know that letting your kids fail can help build their self-esteem? Learning to overcome failure, working through the experience, analysing where they went off track, and learning how…
Children pick up a lot from school, from academics to social behaviours. On top of these, they also pick up some things that can keep them out of school —…
Whoo-hoo! Get ready to greet the Year of the Tiger with these qipao, cheongsam, and mandarin-collar shirts from homegrown labels that we love. This season’s styles are more gorgeous than…
And just like that, it’s almost the end of the year, and we’re gazing head-on at the eye of the tiger (2022 is the lunar year of the water tiger,…
Aretha sang about it. Erasure asked for a little of it. Vito Corleone demanded it. And all of us want our children to have it. Respect, that’s it. We teach…
Susan* was exhausted. She had been prioritising her children’s well-being above her own to the extent that she had become increasingly overwhelmed. To her that was normal. She had high…
Up to 90 per cent of women develop stretch marks during pregnancy, and while we’re proud of our “tiger stripes” and “stretchies” (thank you, Chrissy Teigen) we don’t need them…
In this special Christmas edition of our monthly list of all things good for families in Singapore, get ideas on things to do, places to go, and where to find…
The saying that a picture paints a thousand words and has never resonated more than in this time. Growing up as part of a digital generation with screens in hand,…
Raising a child can be an expensive responsibility for parents in Singapore. It starts even before the little one is born, with pregnancy and birth costs. And as your child…
Have you seen that illustration of a mother with multiple arms juggling multiple chores while a baby nurses at her breast? Often that’s what being a mum feels like. That’s…
Having my firstborn was staggering. It was as if I had invented the world. Nothing — absolutely nothing — about him was too small to ignore. Every burp, every cough,…
In three months, it will be two years since COVID-19 reached our shores and changed our lives irrevocably. Whether for better or for worse, the pandemic has magnified our differences,…
It’s obvious why most people have a staycation at Marina Bay Sands — that 146m-long bucket list, once in a lifetime, highly instagrammable body of water that reigns as the…
Is it just me or has this year literally zoomed past? The September school holidays will be here (4-12 September) in two weeks! While it may be tempting to lock…
How did a trained accountant become a baby sleep expert who counsels and helps over 100 sleep-deprived parents a year? Zoe Chu, 41, Baby and Adult Sleep Expert and founder…
Sunlight on your skin, breezes in your hair, the sound of the waves lapping against your vessel… if you have already explored all of Singapore on land, where do you…
The National Day Parade is back at the Floating Platform this year, hooray! As you’ve probably heard, it has been postponed to 21 August 2021 because of the recent COVID-19…
So you’ve just got the #BFP (Big Fat Positive). Congrats, you are pregnant! Now what? Breathe, stroke that belly, and read on. In this pregnancy checklist, we’ve laid out all…
The #stayhome life has made us all a little less meticulous about hair care. Consequently, many are experiencing hair problems, with falling hair being the most common. In fact, doctors…
Whether we like it or not, remote learning or #HBL is here to stay, and we have to adapt (or in Gov-speak, “pivot”) to this hybrid school model. There may…
Even before those reports (in May 2021) about the COVID-19 virus being airborne, air purifiers had already been seeing a steady uptick in sales. Add to this earlier studies showing…
While you and the grandparents are probably vaccinated against COVID-19, your children may not be. Apart from taking the usual measures to stay safe, such as masking up, and staying…
Confirm, double confirm, and chop. You do not have to be a game connoisseur to enjoy the ArtScience Museum’s newest exhibition Virtual Realms: Videogames Transformed. Opening tomorrow (Saturday, 12 June 2021)…
She calls herself a “Growth-Oriented Parent”, is mum to a 12-year-old “very mature almost-teen”, and also co-founder of Yumcha Studios. That’s the home of the ‘Dim Sum Warriors’, a bilingual…
That breast milk is the best milk for babies is well known. So if you are pregnant, and planning to nurse your newborn, good. Aim to breastfeed exclusively in the…
Pregnancy and the process of giving birth are wonderful experiences, but they can be tough on women. Physically, your body has just been through a major transformation and a mind-blowing…
Words belong to everyone. In stories, words can help you express yourself, put you in someone else’s shoes, transport you to faraway lands, and immerse you in distant cultures. In…
On the left side of the image above is the ‘Mother Reissue’ bracelet. This particular piece of jewellery holds meaning and memory for jewellery artist Shu (right, with her mother),…
Breast milk, also known as “liquid gold”, is the best food for your newborn. It has the perfect proportion of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to nourish your baby. It contains…
Pregnancy and giving birth can take a lot — literally! — out of a woman’s body. It’s no wonder that new mothers are advised to go through confinement to help…
Call it serendipity. When you put one family, plus the photographer who shot the parents’ wedding together on a ship, you get… boom! A destination family photoshoot on a cruise!…
The R.J. Palacio children’s book Wonder made kindness a mantra when it appeared on our bookshelves nine years ago. Almost a decade (and one movie) later, the clarion call of…
The baby’s finally sleeping more than 15 minutes at a stretch. The toddler is in preschool. You can finally pee in peace, take a full shower, and have a meal…
Are there early signs of pregnancy that can tell you if you are expecting even before you take a pregnancy test? Yes. A pregnancy test kit detects human chorionic gonadotrophin…
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…
From tomorrow, 30 January 2021, you can step into a galaxy far, far away as STAR WARS Identities opens at the ArtScience Museum. Running till 13 June 2021, Singapore is…
It’s a “Niu” year and we at SingaporeMotherhood are all about putting the past behind and “moo-ving” on in this Year of the Ox. And with Lunar New Year-themed LEGO®…
After the upheavals of 2020, what will the Year of the Ox hold for you? Find out in this Chinese Zodiac guide from World Class Geomancer, Grand Master Hillary Phang…
If you are pregnant, and you haven’t considered KAI Singapore (previously known as KAI Suites) for your confinement, are you really even pregnant? Just kidding. But really, this new luxury…
Who’s ready for a huat-tastic Year of the Ox in 2021? We are! And we’ve got the whole fambam dressing up for it too, with these CNY qipao, cheongsam, and…
“I hope one day we mothers can all look back and see that we have become like the phoenix that rose from the ashes,” muses Lisa Chong. Indeed, what the…
Can you believe it? It’s Christmas 2020 already. Where did the year go? Whether you’re opting to keep things quiet this year, or planning an all-out celebration to mark the…
I had never stayed at the InterContinental Singapore before, but overseas friends have gushed over its impeccable service standards and its Straits Chinese-inspired design. Furthermore, there’s its proximity to Bugis…
Whether you call them “pregnancy battle scars”, “mummy stripes”, or “angel scratches”, stretch marks are common. Up to 90% of pregnant women, 70% of adolescent females, and 40% of adolescent…
When her two sons were young, life was a guessing game for June Lim. “I had to do everything for them, like showering, feeding them their meals, changing their clothes,…
If you could use LEGO to create anything you want in a reimagined world, what would you build? For seven-year-old Tyra in Singapore, it is the hotels that her father…
When Stanley Han was a child in school, his Maths teacher would leave a maths puzzle on the blackboard in class during lunch time. The teacher called it the ‘Daily…
Getting things done. It sounds simple, but as a working mum with no domestic help, the art of time-saving and getting things done has often eluded me. More often than…
At 37 weeks of pregnancy, you could be feeling like an over-pumped blimp, bursting at its seams, and ready to pop anytime. Then again you could be like human resources…
It has been a year of alternative celebrations, and this Children’s Day long weekend is gearing up to be uniquely different as well. Firstly, instead of happening on the first…
Hotel G Singapore is like a chinese puzzle box. It’s right in front of you, but there’s no sign of the hotel entrance. But once you’ve unlocked the way in,…
Expecting a baby can be a tremendous and exciting experience at any time. But having a baby in the midst of COVID-19 pandemic? It will certainly be one to remember….
Just as some of the top obgyns in Singapore are male, you don’t have to be a mother, or female, to do something for women and babies. “It’s also worth…
There’s a saying that when it comes to babies, even the best-laid plans can go awry. Indeed, what was meant to be a maternity photoshoot for Bae Skin co-owner Rachel…
The kids and I are poolside at the Four Seasons Singapore rooftop family pool. The friendly pool aunty plies us with agar-agar and ice-cold drinks to help us beat the…
Desiree Chung, 40, started personal fitness training two years ago, when her first child was three years old. When the auditor got pregnant again, she asked her obgyn if she…
Congrats! You’ve made it through pregnancy, and the birth of your little one. Now, it’s time for you to rest, relax, and recover. Traditionally, after giving birth, new mums spend…
Since the start of this year, and throughout the circuit breaker in Singapore, nine-year-old Aly has been in the pink of health. Her mother, artist and Lula J Jewelry founder,…
Pregnancy is a hormone-volatile period for women, and one place where this makes itself seen and felt is on the skin. So while your attention is (unsurprisingly) on growing a…
You know you’re a parent when you find yourself taking photos of your child’s poop, and having no qualms about talking to other parents about your child’s faecal matter. Don’t…
When my child first said his head hurt, I didn’t think he had a headache. I figured the active kid had bumped his noggin on something, and that the pain…
As COVID-19 cases in Singapore began to increase, the government put out a call to expand the country’s mask supply. One dad heard, and responded. Together with his family, Keenon…
So COVID-19 case numbers are coming down, and our children are going back to school in a couple of weeks. But that’s no reason to let your guard down. In…
The first full week of home-based learning is over and by now, most of us would be familiar with the schedule. You’ve created personal space for each person to work…
With #WFH and #HBL plus the Gov’s call to #stayhome during this “circuit breaker” period, many of us will probably be cooking more at home. Unsurprisingly, supplies are somewhat slim…
Exercise has multiple benefits for everyone, especially when you are pregnant. So no matter how tempting, unless there are valid reasons to do so, pregnancy is not an excuse to…
It is love at first sight when I see the photos that Kerry Cheah has taken. The mum of two, who is also founder and chief photographer of Red Bus…
Chances are, your family has decided to stay in Singapore during the upcoming March school holidays instead of travelling overseas because of COVID-19. What will your kids be doing? Why…
While we were all up in arms about panic-buying and the coronavirus earlier this month, the Edwards siblings had something else on their minds. Zach, seven, and his sister Sara,…
Your immune system keeps you healthy by preventing viruses, bacteria, and disease from invading your body, and there are various ways to help it do its job well. Apart from…
This Lunar New Year is a special one for Lily Kew. The 48-year-old is celebrating it as a mum of two, having given birth to her second daughter in November…
Admit it, you’ve dug into those pineapple tarts already, haven’t you? You’re not alone; we have too. There’s no better way to get into the Lunar New Year mood than…
Nestled between centuries-old heritage on one side and flashy modernity on the other, the Grand Park City Hall is easy to miss. It is surrounded by shopping enclaves like Raffles…
It’s December! Are you and the kids in the mood for Christmas yet? If you need a little help, here’s where you can meet Santa, experience ‘snowfall’ in Singapore, sing…
In 200 years from now, the world will be ___________. What word would you use to fill in the blank? In conjunction with the Singapore Bicentennial, which looks at our…
What if you could skip one stage of weaning your baby, hence giving yourself more mummy me-time? Or perhaps extra time to bond with your darling? In addition, doing this…
The decision to put your baby in infant care can be a momentous one. You may not have any other option but this. On the other hand, it may be…
Imagine a world where a cancerous tumour in the breast is frozen and blasted into oblivion (microscopically) within 30 minutes. It sounds like sci-fiction but this technology, called cryoablation, is…
If there is only one exhibition you bring your children to this year, make it Season of Sustainability – Climate S.O.S. This month-long showcase at level four of the ArtScience…
The rain has come and the air is clear, but you and the kids are still experiencing one of the worst effects of the haze – a dry, itchy, sore…
Paediatric Tuina is gaining popularity in Singapore. This non-invasive and gentle technique stimulates specific areas and acu-points on the body, helping to improve the flow of energy, and correct imbalances…
We spent the first weekend of the 2019 September school holidays at the Mandiri Bintan Marathon and I wish I could say that this momma ran a marathon but nah….
Ever fantasised about becoming a real estate mogul or an art connoisseur in the world’s most expensive city? Good news, you can. All you need is the Ritz Carlton Monopoly…
Remember when hotels and resorts only had kids’ clubs? We love them for helping to keep our little ones entertained while on a family holiday. These days though, hotels and…
If you haven’t brought your kids to explore Singapore’s newest shopping mammoth yet, book a Stay, Shop, Play! staycation at the Crowne Plaza Changi Airport right now. We were invited…
At a cosy 16 square metres, it takes less than half a minute to suss out our Premium Queen with Bunk cabin at YOTEL Singapore. As the kid says, our…
Deanne Chong-Duffield looks like the woman every girl wants to be when she grows up. The Founder-CEO of GUG (Growing Up Gifted), one of Singapore’s premier preschools, glows. The poised…
With the school holidays coming up, you’re probably planning trips, excursions, and outings with the kids. If you’re like most parents, that mobile phone or that DSLR is always in…
A child with Haemophilia can be hard to care for, as they can be easily hurt and bleed internally. Payroll assistant Lee May, 44, mum to Lee Jue Ming, 10,…
The other day, my children cuddled up close to me and stared. I thought they were being affectionate, but it turned out they had something of urgent importance to impart…
Modern women are female warriors at home and in the boardroom. But one thing these wonder women don’t talk about, say doctors, is sex. In particular, postpartum sex, which can…
If we have any reservations about the Village Hotel at Sentosa being hands-down the most family- and child-friendly accommodation in the State of Fun, they are quickly dispelled. Kids are…
If you haven’t made plans for 2020 yet, start now. There will be 7 official long weekends from public holidays, and three from scheduled school holidays like Youth Day, Teachers’…
Painting the home with your kids sounds like a daunting task. But it’s a project that can build family bonds and teach the kids some life lessons as well. Unleashing…
What if you could know whether or not your future child carries the risk of being affected by a genetic disorder? Now, with genetic carrier testing, you can. Did you…
We love the month of March for many things, but most of all for International Women’s Day 2019. Gather your posse and join in the fun at one of these…
A family photoshoot is probably the best way to document your child’s growing years. And with so many beautiful places in Singapore to take photos in, you can plan for a…
Musical TARU is for fans of dinosaurs, friendship, and love. If that describes you (or your child), read on and find out how you can win tickets to watch this heartwarming yet hilarious…
Believe it or not, finding the best Christmas gifts for teens is not an impossible task. And yes, while a pet may be a perfect gift for some, we’re looking at…
Seriously, there’s no such thing as perfect Christmas gifts for kids. Every gift is wonderful to them. Still, these, we think, will add a touch of awesomeness to every child’s…
Stealing off for a weekend getaway to The Residence Bintan smack in the middle of the year-end exams rattles my Tiger Mum bones. But what the heck. This sneak vay-cay…
In Asia, Tian Yuan Xiang Chicken Essence is foremost on people’s minds when it comes to pregnancy nourishment, lactation, and confinement For every pregnant woman, health is a concern that…
I volunteer with the learning support programme at my child’s school, reading to and with children a couple of times each week. This year, the child I am paired with…
Learn ninja secrets from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at their live show, bring their plushies home, or even win a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-theme cruise. It’s all happening at…
With physical comedy, acrobatic stunts, and graceful gymastics routines, Flying Through Time offers pure, light-hearted entertainment for the family Looking for 90 minutes of pure, light-hearted, entertainment that does not…
Weekends are for relaxing and feasting – yes, even with the children in tow. You can do both at one of these kid-friendly weekend lunch and brunch options in Singapore….
When she found out that her daughter Deanna had dyslexia, Zalina Zakariah-Ismael did all that she could to help her develop confidence and excel in her passion for dance Four-year-old Nur Deanna…
The littleBits Gizmos & Gadgets Kit equips budding inventors with easy-to-use electronic building blocks to invent on their own – and SingaporeMotherhood has one set to give away this Children’s…
Operating with less sleep, learning how to breastfeed, dealing with the pain from stitches… the learning curve for new mums is a steep one indeed and anything that can help…
If every calorie you consume benefits your body, wouldn’t every meal give you balance, wellbeing, and inner health? That’s what you can get at Frunatic, the very first restaurant in…
Conceived in collaboration with the National Arts Council, The Artground – A Curious Place To Be is a brand new arts centre that offers kids multiple ways to be inspired…
Could you imagine travelling with Baby on a work trip that involves a pre-wedding photoshoot 8,500km and a long-haul flight away from home? That’s all in a day’s work for Angeline Phang…
It’s easy to conceive a baby – if you and your partner are fertile. But how can you know if you are? Fertility is your ability to conceive and reproduce…
Fulfil a fantasy, sleep in a safari, or let the kids play in a mini road safety park. You’ll find all these and more, only in Taiwan! If you’ve ever…
Beat the crowds, get the best pictures. We tell you how to do that and more at the YAYOI KUSAMA: Life is the Heart of a Rainbow exhibition at the…
Created with healthcare experts from KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, HealthHub Track helps mums-to-be in Singapore track and ensure a healthy and active pregnancy Hello mum-to-be. Congratulations on your pregnancy,…
Travelling with kids can be stressful! First of all, they scream bloody murder while getting tangled up in the airline headphone wires, making you the most embarrassed mother on board. #truestory In addition…
The inaugural Gallery Children’s Biennale – Dreams & Stories — is a sensory feast that kids of every age (and adults too) should go to. Find out what you can see,…
Kid-friendly hotels, camping with the animals, and glamping in the middle of Sydney Harbour? Yes it’s all happening Down Under in Sydney, our favourite city to spend winter in June…
Indoor and outdoor play areas. Board games. Activity sheets. Kids’ Menus. With so many kid-friendly restaurants and cafes, there’s every reason for families to eat-and-play island-wide all day! Going out…
With its new Tango-enabled tour that makes use of virtual and augmented reality, children can have fun learning about the history and architecture of the National Museum of Singapore. The kids…
When saying goodbye at the school gate leaves your little one in tears, she has separation anxiety. Find out what you can do to help make it easier for everyone…
Does your baby have eczema, sensitive skin, and allergies? Keep her skin free from rash with organic, natural, and eco-friendly baby clothes from Happy Monkey. When her second daughter Alexa was…
Aeroplane playground? Boardwalk? An actual, working runway where you can watch planes take off and land? It’s all at The Oval @ Seletar Aerospace Park (SAP), the newest must-go fun…
Welcome to our very first Singaporean Mum Abroad story. I’ve always wondered what it would be like to parent my children overseas, instead of in Singapore. Would I do anything…
It’s February and the season of lurve is upon us. Need ideas on where to go, what to do, and what to get for your baby mama or papa for…
Kids’ clubs at hotels and resorts are great. But did you know that your little ones can enjoy the same kind of fun and activity even while you’re cruising at sea? …
These gorgeous, traditional-turned-modern designs for the upcoming rooster year give fashionable style to CNY festivities without compromising on custom! [banner][/banner] #1: For hip, edgy designs Images from Le Petit Society Facebook Le Petit…
Our Editor’s Picks section is back to keep you in the know about great new products and deals for families and children in Singapore. This month, we’re looking at must-haves for all at…
One box, many possibilities, endless knowledge. That’s what your child can enjoy with box subscription gifts, which run the gamut from books to science experiments and even cultural education! Do…
When the SingaporeMotherhood team is invited to take an excursion on the Royal Caribbean‘s Mariner of the Seas for a “What’s Cooking?” food tour and lunch, the answer is a no…
There’s glamping, and there’s Glamping at the Ritz. Say what you will but offered both options, I’d take the latter anytime, no contest. The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore recently created a…
She may only be 30, but Yvonne Lian has already lived through more than most women her age. Cancer – check. Marriage (to 34-year-old bank manager Jeremy Yap) – check….
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with the most imaginative and creative mooncakes in Singapore this year! The Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节) falls on Sunday, 15 September this year and as usual, there’s…
For Teachers’ Day, my kids and I like to feed our teachers. Last year, we gave them gem biscuits. The year before, it was fish biscuits. And the year before…
If you have no plans for an overseas vacation, and limited time, how about doing a 2D1N destination staycation right here in Singapore? The kids and I were invited to…
Before my first child was born, I read all sorts of pregnancy and parenting books and decided to do three things: 1. Have a natural, drug-free hypnobirth; 2. Breastfeed; and…
In February this year, The Esplanade debuted its first sensory-friendly performance for children with special needs. This month, it presents its second, Grandpa Cherry Blossom, with three shows specially for children…
“I don’t want to read this book, it has no pictures,” my preschooler said. Oh no, he’ll never learn to read a real book, I thought. A couple of years…
As a child, I spent many happy afternoons under my favourite rain tree in the neighbourhood park, looking at rays of sunlight streaking through its leaves. These days, my children…
A first birthday party is always special, isn’t it? It’s even more special when the party has been meticulously planned and executed by a loving mother. We see the spectacular…
If, like me, you grew up during the 80s, ACT 3 International may have been your first introduction to theatre. The company has grown from strength to strength through the…
If you haven’t realised it yet, KidZania Singapore opened yesterday. What’s that? It’s a place where your children can buckle down to work and earn their keep. Yes, just like…
Free entry for kids. The world’s biggest LEGO Millennium Falcon. A Build-Your-Own starship social media competition. It’s going to be an epic May the 4th for Star Wars fans at LEGOLAND…
How can you make a birthday more meaningful? How about donating all your ‘angpow’ money to needy children? Cars and McQueen fan, Ivan Chong did just that when he celebrated…
Warm food on the table in 30 minutes without having lift a finger? That’s a fantasy of mine that was recently realised when I discovered two new food delivery services in…
For its 2016 Theatre Season, ACT 3 International is presenting a returning crowd favourite – The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favourites by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia,…
We all know the benefits of outdoor play. Playing in open air, surrounded by nature, can help children develop their abilities for creativity, problem-solving, and emotional and intellectual development. And play is especially…
KidsFest is back this year with six world-class theatre productions adapted from well-loved children’s books. This festival by ABA Productions brings world-class theatre for young people, creating and promoting a…
If your kids love LEGO® (and which kid doesn’t?!) and enjoy robotics, tinkering, and building, sign them up for the holiday camps and workshops at Innovation Lab by LEGO® Education. Located at KidsStop at…
If your child plays with a tablet or a phone, think about putting it away. A 14-year-old girl in Colorado in the United States was recently diagnosed with ‘text neck’,…
Our little ones are our pride and joy and yes, we love to play dress-up with them. Now that Australian fashion brand Seed Heritage is in Singapore, there’s more reason…
From red and white hair strips to nursing necklaces, retailers island-wide have gone on a creativity streak to whip up products for Singapore’s biggest birthday celebration during the Jubilee Weekend….
The inside cover of Antonella Gambotto-Burke’s new book Mama: Love, Motherhood and Revolution (which will be released worldwide 7 July 2015) describes it as a “brilliant, passionate and moving exploration…
As a parent, you probably want your child to be well-rounded, to excel in all areas, and to do so in a happy, self-assured, and confident manner. While there are…
We’re down to the last two full weeks of June. There’s so much happening in Singapore this month (especially when it comes to activities for the kids!), it’s easy to…
We were invited to the second gala night of Singapura The Musical last Saturday. The musical boasts double firsts: it is the first of three musicals (the other two being…
“Before I got this job, we depended on my children’s bursaries. With these we managed to survive for one month while my husband was not working.” Madam Ainiah wants change,…
Crafting with kids can be messy, but it’s loads of fun. It’s also a great way for your toddlers and preschoolers to hone their motor skills, coordination, and artistic flair….
She’s the superwoman whose wings you take shelter under, the one whose arms are always open for you. As author Mitch Albom describes in his novel For One More Day,…
Frankly, it’s shocking. “My husband has never seen me perform,” says Jasmine Han, 36, owner of Slap Dance Studio <http://www.slap.sg>, where women of all ages (as long as they’re over…
Photo: MCI If, like me, you are a middle-aged parent, you are of the generation that has truly enjoyed the fruit of Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s (LKY) success. The first…
Just two years in the making, Le Petit Society could be considered a mere sapling in the fashion industry. But thanks to thoughtful design, quality fabrics, and winsome details, this…
When I was young, Chinese New Year meant visiting friends and relatives, collecting red packets, and feasting at their homes. Shops were shut. The neighbourhood was a ghost town. You…
Frankly, kitchen domestics make me go “blaaaah”. I’m chicken about chopping. What if I accidentally slice off the tops of my fingers together with the carrots? Cooking a simple meal…
For a parent, going on getaways with the kids is often like — not going on one at all. How many times have you returned home from holidays thinking, ‘Gosh,…
The Virtus Fertility Centre, which officially opened in Scotts Medical Centre yesterday, is a new fertility centre with Singapore’s first ISO accredited ‘clean room’ embryology laboratory, and an automated radio…
“If I can dream, I can act. If I can act, I can be.” This, in a nutshell, is the ideal that KidZania holds for children everywhere. And when KidZania…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we’ve been scouting around to find good stuff in stores and out there this Christmas for mums, dads, babies, kids, and…
“The first five years of a child’s life are the most important for brain development.” How many times have you heard this? Too many? Well that’s because it’s true. SingaporeMotherhood…
Are you a stay-at-home-mum who gave up your career to raise her child? If so, you are one of the 31.8 per cent of females aged 25 and above whom…
On Sundays, merchandising executive Ifa Sani and her family often spend an entire afternoon at the beach where her three children aged six, nine, and 12 years race on their…
Music has an excellent reputation in the world of baby and child development. It’s been touted to increase brainpower, soothe the ‘savage’ baby (and sometimes even the petrified parent). Scientists…
Imagine bringing your child to a school in the woods, or one rising from the sands. How about a learning ‘village’ above a carpark, or over a canal, or even…
I try to explain what’s happening in the news to my children aged six and eight years. I think it’s important because we do not live in a bubble and…
The earlier you expose your child to theatre, the better, says Ruby Lim-Yang. The gamine co-Founder and Artistic Director of ACT 3 International and a stalwart of local children’s theatre…
There was a time when crafting with children required precision planning and meticulous military-grade preparation. There’d be newspapers spread out to protect floors from stains, scratches, paint, and sticky black…
It’s half a decade since my last pregnancy but I still wear maternity clothing. That’s because I have a food baby; a protruding tummy caused by my favourite snacks –…
Is your child an extremely fussy eater? Or one who takes two hours to finish a meal? He or she may have a feeding disorder. International pediatric nutrition expert Dr…
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….
Main image: Ric Liu, taken during a rehearsal of Nini in Changi Village “There is really a shortage of quality Chinese language programmes for children,” says Artistic Director of The…
Good things in stores and out there for mums, kids, dads, and all who are young at heart! TREATS TO CHEER Did you know that seven days without laughter weakens…
You wouldn’t think that luxury and children go hand in hand, would you? But at the Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore, younger guests get to live it up with special treats and…
Exams are over (or almost over). The kids have play on the mind. You need a break. Everyone loves a holiday. But where to? See our top picks here. AWAY
This Mother’s Day, we asked local celebrities to tell us about the First Lady in their lives – their mum. They say that behind every successful man stands a woman….
This Mother’s Day, we asked local celebrities to tell us about the women who come first in their lives. For actress, host and model Vanessa Ann Vanderstraaten, that’s her 61-year-old…
This Mother’s Day, local celebrities give us a sneak peek into the women who’ll always think of them as “my baby”. Maimunah Bagharib, better known as Munah, is one-half of…
This Mother’s Day, we’ve asked local celebrities to give us a sneak peek into the women who’ll always think of them as “my baby”. You may remember Jill Marie Thomas…
A selection of good things in stores and out there for mums, kids, and all who are young at heart! FOR BUBS PUT A LABEL ON IT Daphne Ling of…
Two-thirds of with postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) have no risk factors for this birth complication which happens in about five per cent of births worldwide. Dr Kelly Loi from the Health…
This month, it’s a selection for mums because March is a month for women, because mums are worth it, and mums are women too! KEEP FRUIT & VEG FRESH Did…
“Are they real?” the Small One asked a little nervously when I told the kids that we would be spending the night with some dinosaurs at the ArtScience Museum. “Of…
Pregnancy, birth, the passing of a new year… Because they are occasions filled with so much love and joy, those to do with parenting, babies, and children can and should…
The 12 days of Christmas are officially over and yes, 2014 has definitely arrived. Here’s a countdown of the top 10 articles that made SingaporeMotherhood necessary reading for parents and…
A selection of good things in stores and out there for mums, kids, and all who are young at heart! [banner][/banner] FOR MUM-TO-BE Prenatal Pilates at Focus Pilates Your body…
When the Standard Chartered Marathon takes place on Sunday, you’ll see, in addition to the sculpted calves pounding the pavement, several sets of chubby legs that belong to the newly-walking….
A selection of good things in stores and out there for mums, kids, and all who are young at heart! [banner][/banner] BOOTS ‘N ALL If, like the lithe and lovely…
Legoland Water Park has a great mix of thrills and spills for all in the family, from the littlest ones to dare-devil preteens. With over 20 water-based rides and 70…
Being pregnant is great, isn’t it? You can forget about the weight, dine like a queen, and everything becomes a movable feast – or not. For when you’re growing the…
Co-sleeping is a hot-button topic in parenting circles. It saved my sanity, but it’s not for everyone. “I don’t recommend co-sleeping unless you are really sure it is what you…
If you are planning to go on a trip with your baby, you’re probably wondering if you’ll have to pack all of his bedtime paraphernalia in order for him to…
Are you still rocking your baby to sleep each night, or worse, multiple times per night? Or perhaps you’re pregnant and wondering how to ensure that the little one who’s…
Did you hear about the mother who was chided for breastfeeding her baby at the Coca Restaurant in Resorts World Sentosa? The restaurant employee even covered her baby with a…
When you get married and say your vows, you promise to share life with your spouse through weakness and health, through riches and poverty. There should be one other condition…
It’s Singapore’s 48th birthday this year. In human terms that’s about half a life lived and loved. So in this issue of Editor’s Picks we’re taking a stroll down memory…
What are you doing to deal with the haze? Six mums share their coping strategies… [banner][/banner] BRING OUT THE AIR PURIFIER “We turn on the air conditioner all day. We…
When Queen Agung Dewi passes away, the lovable Little Princess Ayu and her best friend, Kren – the cheekiest monkey on the island – must save the magical kingdom of…
Yes the holidays are here, but it’s not too late to make holiday plans. If going away isn’t an option, put aside a weekend to indulge in some parent-approved time-out…
A selection of good things in stores and out there for mums, kids, and all who are young at heart! [banner][/banner] READING UP ON MUM’S LOVE On the night you…
Ahhhh. Mum. The first woman in your life, the one who picks you up when you fall (yes, even now), the one whom you turn to for comfort when it…
A selection of good things in stores and out there for mums, kids, and all who are young at heart! WITHER THE WEATHER? Does your child ask you how clouds…
Do you believe in censorship for children? Frankly, I feel that censorship is not an issue. We live in a time where children can easily access information, ideas, and images…
The first ‘home-away-from-home’ for families with sick children opens in Singapore. A new Ronald McDonald House (RMH) was opened last month at the National University Hospital (NUH). The is a…
A selection of good things in stores and out there for mums, kids, and all who are young at heart! [banner][/banner] SMALL BUT PERFECTLY FORMED I may be wrong, but…
Does your child clam up when you introduce her to someone whom she has not met before? Does your child hide behind you when your neighbour, the friendly auntie who…
‘Twas was the night before the Lunar New Year and not a child was sleeping. Instead seated around the flickering glow of their own homemade Chinese New Year lantern, they…
Ssssssssssssssss! The lunar new year in 2013 welcomes the water snake so this month, we’re all a-slitherin’ and a-slidin’ with these silent, scaly predators. This also marks the debut of…
Pregnant? Can’t find anything to wear for the Lunar New Year? Fret not. Deborah Ng, director of Maternity Exchange, shows us how to celebrate the bump – fashionably – this…
As we vroom through the last weeks of 2012, let’s take a look back to see what the year brought us in terms of parenting. [banner][/banner] TRACKING OUR KIDS A…
Are you a picky eater? Then your child may be one as well, says Associate Professor Daniel Goh, Head of the Paediatric Department at the National University Hospital, as studies…
Oh the weather outside may be frightfully wet these days but there’s lots of fun to be had indoors as well! So put on that Christmas CD, gather the kids,…
I remember attending holiday camps as a child, relishing newfound freedom while being slightly terrified by sudden independence. In camps, I gained new skills, made new friends (and promptly lost…
Pop quiz time: What did one Lego minifig (short for minifigure) say to the other? Answer: “Life in plastic, it’s fantastic!” And yes, it truly is, at the first and…
The four-year-old is a backseat driver. Apart from advising us on speed limits and the need to turn on windscreen wipers as soon as dark clouds beckon, he orders his…
Quick quiz! Answer true or false: “Your breasts are so small, you have no milk lah”… “breast milk is not as good as formula milk”… “I have inverted nipples, I…
If your older child is studying in a primary school that you want to enrol his or her younger sibling in, the Primary One Registration Exercise for entry in 2013…
Breastfeeding is an art and a science. Although it is a natural act, it helps if you are prepared when your newborn baby tries to latch on for the first…
Go To Infinity And Beyond! Whether you’re seven or 70, you’ll be welcome at the Singapore Science Centre’s Water Rockets and Planetarium holiday workshop. This 2.5 hour two-part programme includes…
Wendy Cho, a Master Trainer at True Fitness, recommends the following exercises exercises to help delay the downward slope of breasts after breastfeeding. Pregnancy and childbirth cause many physical changes…
After baby is born, mums have one specific goal in mind – to lose that baby weight and postnatal bulge. Unfortunately, most have to sweat their way through workout after…
Ahoy landlocked lubbers! Come cast off at Singapore’s one and only kids’ club by the sea, the Port Of Lost Wonder. Built at a cost of $13 million, this brand…
Newborn sleep is strange. These brand new creatures of the world can nod off to construction clamour, rock music, and sibling racketeering. But they also wake very often, and can’t…
Congratulations, you have a beautiful baby! Do you also have other small children (your own, unfortunately, so you can’t return them to someone else) in the house? Are you wondering…
If you’ve only seen Dan Sperry in his performance guise – a Rocky Horror Show-inspired figure with wayang facepaint, gravity-defying follicles and an aura of menacing glee, you’d probably find…
So you already know about the new car seat rules for children. The next step – if you haven’t done so already – is to buy one for your child….
Strap in and belt up before you zoom off. And do the same for your child in their car seat too. New road rules from the Singapore Police Force state…
A friend of mine — one of those beautiful, vivacious, gregarious, seemingly perfect-lead-a-charmed-existence kind of women who always leaves me staring after her in drop-jawed wonder — recently thought aloud…
Dealing with a sick baby can be very stressful, especially for first-time parents. Babies can’t talk. They cannot tell you if they are feeling dizzy, queasy, or wheezy. But you…
Come January each year, thousands of six-year-olds in Singapore enter a brand new stage of life — the start of their primary school years. If your child has gone through…
Taken out of breastfeeding context, the words ‘nipple confusion’ can be confusing indeed. Then again, you’d probably not hear them outside of baby and breastfeeding conversations, would you? Simply put,…
It’s a great time to be a kid in Singapore, especially when it rains. Yes, even when the weather is bleak, there’s megaloads of fun to be had. Caught on…
She may not be a Maria from The Sound Of Music, a Mrs Doubtfire, or even a Mary Poppins. But if your baby is still very young, and you need…
If you are going back to work, you’ll need to find someone to take care of your bundle of joy. This can be a significant decision as you are making…
Upon beginning your breastfeeding journey, you’ll start to hear the words “latch” and “latching” a lot. They have nothing to do with locks and bolts. However, you will soon find…
Supermodels pop a Bub and are back on the catwalk in a couple of weeks, looking fabulous. You grunt, puff, holler and gasp a baby out, and still look like…
I needed breastfeeding help, and fast. My baby, who I thought looked like an angel, was a demon when it came to the breast. As a nursing newbie in the…
“If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it,” wrote The Chicago Tribune columnist Mary Schmich. Her mock graduation speech column was turned into…
ADHD. These four letters inspire panic in the hearts of even the most seasoned parents. ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is the most common childhood-onset behavioural disorder. Children with…
Lee Mei Ling, 32, mum to Donna Low, 3 and Toby Low, 1 Becoming a mother does not mean sacrificing style or art. In fact, it can notch these up…
Would you give up a high-flying, globetrotting corporate career and go back to school to learn about natural therapies, massage and aromatherapy? Sell your home and plough your earnings from…
From the time your baby is born, she is communicating with you. Every cry, every coo, every gurgle, every bit of babble, and every gesture is a form of conversation…
“People who say they sleep like a baby usually don’t have one,” author Leo J. Burke so accurately observed. Indeed. As Dr Kenny Pang says, there’s nothing like the sight of…
Ken Loon, 36, Country Manager, and dad to Kiefer Tan, 7 When it comes to style, what gets you going? Comfort… I’m lazy. What’s your standard (i) working outfit; (ii)…
You’ve given up alcohol and caffeine, dropped the excess weight, and together with your spouse, been burning the midnight oil. The mission: To make a baby. It’s been months of…
What does it mean to be money-savvy? Chances are, your parents told you that “money doesn’t grow on trees” and when you grew up, you heard that “money makes the…
You know you’re a mother when you go on a holiday and the only shopping you get to do happens in an attraction’s gift shop. Then again, families don’t come…
Mealtimes with children can be a trial even for the most patient parent. That makes any place that offers distractions to keep little ones occupied as you ply them with…
Pre-kids, when the husband and I travelled, accommodation was just a state of mind. A room was simply a place to crash out in while waiting for day to come….
Singaporeans have a love-love relationship with Australia. Indeed, the land of Oz is one of the most travelled locations that Singaporeans venture to while on holiday, especially with the kids…
Our birth rate may not be growing but services for mums and children are booming. If you are currently expecting a baby, you can enjoy facilities and services – such as…
The greatest gift that you can give to your child is love, of course. The next greatest gift could be happiness through SoulKids, if Vikas Malkani has his way. Granted,…
It’s a fact: bullying happens everywhere. Bullying is prevalent throughout the world and cuts across all socio-economic, racial/ethnic and cultural lines, and an estimated 20 to 30 per cent of…
Pregnancy is often featured with a back-lit glow, as a celebration of fecundity, and the expectation of cuddly joy coming your way. What’s we do not see is the anxiety…
Who says you have to spend a bomb to have fun in Singapore? Monday Marina Barrage Take a hike up to the green roof of the Barrage and enjoy the…
Perinatal depression, which refers to depression occurring during pregnancy or the first year postnatally, affects up to 15 per cent of women in Singapore. Dr Cornelia Chee, Consultant & Director…
When we wake each day, the kids come over for their morning hugs, kisses, and “I love you”s. It’s a great start to the day, no matter which side of the…
It’s uncanny. Your beautiful, calm, obedient and well-mannered just-turned-two child blows out the candles on his birthday cake and – snap! – becomes toddler Godzilla. He’s a tantrum master, refuses…
The very first thing you should know about breastfeeding is that is it the absolute best thing that you can do for your baby. Breast milk is the perfect food…
