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:: GIVEAWAY! :: Cruise to the Sweetest Fun with the Sugar Pop Carnival on Genting Dream!



Get ready for sugar, spice, and all things nice as Resorts World Cruises’ Genting Dream celebrates all things sweet, colourful and fun with its first-ever Sugar Pop Carnival! From 17 …
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Update on Male Fertility in Singapore



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 …
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13 Beautiful Mother’s Day Cakes to Sweeten Her Special Day in 2023



Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the amazing women who have taken on the impossible task of raising us. It is a day to honour their hard work, sacrifice, …
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Is Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD) making it hard for you to have sex and get Pregnant?



Low sexual desire. Rarely reaching orgasm. These were the two most common (out of six) sexual disorders that women in Singapore reported in a 2021 KKH study on women who …
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25 Mother’s Day Brunches, Afternoon Teas & Set Dinners to Treat Mum to in 2023



Is Mum a kitchen goddess or ‘dabao’ (takeaway) queen? Either way, convince her to take a break this Mother’s Day, as you take her on a mum-morable epicurean journey from …
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Learn about the 5 Love Languages and Gift Mum an Experiential Mother’s Day



Dr Gary Chapman’s concept of ‘The 5 Love Languages’ provides a wonderful framework to top up our emotional bank accounts. Which of the five is your primary way of receiving? …
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May 2023: Eat, Play, Shop & More for Families in Singapore this Month

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Maybe you’ve been too busy to realise it, but the fifth month of the year is here and yes, it’s the month for mamas. If you’re wondering how to celebrate …
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7 Memorable Things to do with your Mum this Mother’s Day 2023



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 …
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8 Fun Activities to Help Children Improve Their Mandarin Oracy at Home



According to SingStat, the use of Mandarin as the language spoken most frequently at home was 29.9 per cent in 2020, dropping from 35.6 per cent a decade prior. While …
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10 Effective Ways to Help your Child Cope with Stress



Stress is a normal experience in daily life, and a certain amount of stress can be helpful in getting things done or improving motivation. However, there are times when the...

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9 Ways to Better Manage Childhood Myopia & Prevent Its Progression



Singapore is the myopia capital of the world, with the highest rates of childhood myopia worldwide. But it doesn’t mean that it’s inevitable or that there’s nothing we can do...

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Stress and Seniors: 10 Ways to help Grandma and Grandpa Feel Better



Stock photos like the one above, and children’s stories generally paint the elderly as a wise, benevolent lot with calm, patient smiles, and a loving word for everyone. But this...

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12 Essential Tips to Buy the right Travel Insurance for your Family



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...

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July 2023: Eat, Play, Shop & More for Families in Singapore this Month



Howl at the first supermoon of 2023, do some good at the tracks, read for charity, #supportlocal at the supermarket, get your tickets to meet the penguins of Madagascar and...

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National Day Fireworks 2023: 35 Prime Views & Sparkly Staycations



Have you heard? This year sees the first time the National Day Parade returns to the Padang since 2020. However, ticket-less and diehard followers of the ever popular National Day...

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10 Best Air Purifiers to Keep your Family & your Home safe from the Haze



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...

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11 Prenatal Pilates Classes in Singapore for Pregnancy Fitness and Conditioning



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...

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Preparing for the Arrival of Your Domestic Helper in Singapore



Singapore’s reliance on domestic workers is undeniable. As of December 2022, the number of Migrant Domestic Workers in the country stood at 268,500. Hiring a domestic helper can be a...

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National Day 2023: 35 Sumptuous Snacks, Decadent Desserts & Fantastic Feasts



As the Lion City gears up to celebrate its 58th birthday, it’s time to indulge in all things local. Dress up in your red-and-white best, and gather your family, friends,...

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National Day 2023: Family-Friendly NDP Fun & Activities for Everyone!



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...

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10 Family-friendly Hotels in Vietnam for your next Asian Getaway with the Kids



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...

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Why Pre-Planning may be the Most Important Gift You can Give Yourself and Your Loved Ones



Death and taxes. Nothing in life is more certain than these, goes the old saying. But taxes can be manipulated. And death? Well there’s not much one can do about...

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Dare to Feel: When My Daughter Has a 15-cm Tumour



Bel is an easy-going, athletic 13-year-old who avoids conflicts with a smile. Of my five children, she would be the one to question why I was so curt with a...

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August 2023: Eat, Play, Shop & More for Families in Singapore this Month (+ Giveaway!)



The SG58 celebrations are right around the corner, but there’s more to August 2023 than fireworks. As always, we’re here to update you on everything fun to see, do, and...

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Pregnant? Use this ultimate guide to choose the perfect hospital maternity package (2023/2024)

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?...

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SAFRA Diaper Dash: Sign up now for the ultimate Baby Race in Singapore!

Hey mummy, do you want to be part of the cutest baby race in town? If your little one can crawl, toddle, walk, or run, sign up for SAFRA Diaper...

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Don’t Die without a Plan: How an ACP can Save your Family Time and Money

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,...

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What To Eat and Avoid When You’re Heaty, According to TCM

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...

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12 Unique Teachers’ Day Gifts under $12 that Support Local (2023 Edition)

Teachers are loving, patient, and smart people who educate, discipline, guide, and inspire our children. They often sacrifice their own time, energy, and sleep to nurture kids they aren’t even...

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September School Holidays 2023 Activity Guide for Kids and Families

Believe it or not, the September school holidays arrives in 11 days’ time, and will last for 11 days. Because of the Presidential Election calendar shuffle, it effectively begins on...

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Hearing Loss in Babies & Children – The Silent Epidemic

Hearing loss is not just a problem for the elderly. In Singapore, about 1 in 1,000 babies born each year has profound hearing loss, and 5 in 1,000 have some...

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Mooncakes 2023: 40+ Treasured Orb-tions for Mid-Autumn Reunions

If you’re anything like us, choosing which mooncakes to buy falls under two categories. For gifting relatives, especially the in-laws, the presentation counts more. But for personal enjoyment, it’s the...

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“I’m a Young Mum, Smart and Savvy, but I Fell for a Scam!”

This can’t be happening! I stared in disbelief for a second. Then panicking, I frantically tapped on my phone to try to uninstall the new app, but to no avail....

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September 2023: Eat, Play, Shop & More for Families in Singapore this month

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We’re right smack in the September 2023 school holidays! If you’re still wondering what to do with the kids this extra-long week, our September School Holidays Activity Guide can help....

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Praying to Zhu Sheng Niang Niang (注生娘娘) for a Baby (2023 Update)

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...

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Don’t Give Up Breastfeeding when You are Sick: Here’s Why

Can you continue breastfeeding your baby when you are sick? The short answer is yes, if it is a common illness — with some exceptions. The illness will produce antibodies,...

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Mid-Autumn Festival 2023: Lights, Legends, and Family Fun galore!

Mid-Autumn 2023 falls on 29 September, just slightly over two weeks away. Coming on the 15th day of the eighth Lunar month, the Mid-autumn is a significant day in the...

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15 Places to Donate Books and More in Singapore (2023 Update)

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...

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Are Probiotics Good for Babies, Children, Pregnant & Breastfeeding Mums?

Probiotics is such a buzzword these days. But how much does the average person really know about these so-called good bacteria? For example, is it safe to munch on those...

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Your Search for a Confinement Nanny in Singapore Starts Here

Congrats on your #BFP (Big Fat Positive)! A word of warning: your to-do list is about to get really long. And one of the items on it should be to...

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Counsellors and Therapists in Singapore who can Help your Child deal with Problems and Stresses from School and Life

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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”....

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