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kobebaby (kobebaby)
New member
Username: kobebaby
Post Number: 25
Registered: 9-2010
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - 10:13 am: | 
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Hi mummies, i wanna place my 2 year old toddler in a childcare center in Toa Payoh. Have been searching since early this year but all the ones near central are full... Do lemme know if you know any vacancies. Thanks! |
JTML (redqueen)
Member
Username: redqueen
Post Number: 523
Registered: 6-2009
| | Posted on Thursday, April 19, 2012 - 3:31 pm: |
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Thanks milk bottle.
Hmmm sounds okay. I more at ease now, cos when I visited I saw the Malay supervisor talk on phone and it's not office business. I bit like Zzzz. |
Melody (littlemelody)
New member
Username: littlemelody
Post Number: 7
Registered: 3-2012
| | Posted on Saturday, April 21, 2012 - 10:32 am: |
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Dear mummys,
Desperately need help here. I'm returning to work soon and have a vacancy for my dd in tpy lor 4 my first skool. However I'm concern their capacity is 20 babies which to me is a lot. And ratio 5:1. Anyone has any comments on this infant care? Thanks! |
Cotmate (cotmate)
New member
Username: cotmate
Post Number: 1
Registered: 2-2009
| | Posted on Monday, April 23, 2012 - 2:05 pm: |
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Hi mummies,
I'm totally new here. I'm staying at Blk 48 and is a mother of 2...
Are there any mummies with kids at Ykidz Montessori here? |
Gem (gem_tan)
New member
Username: gem_tan
Post Number: 4
Registered: 4-2012
| | Posted on Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 4:28 pm: |
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Hi Mummies,
I am also new here 
Looking to regsiter my child at PCF BLK 157
Anyone has feedback on the centre? |
newmummy08 (newmummy08)
Member
Username: newmummy08
Post Number: 859
Registered: 10-2008
| | Posted on Monday, May 07, 2012 - 8:40 am: |
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i sent my boy to ykidz b4...so far ok...:P
blk 157 i thk shd be ok... |
Surf (clouds_54)
Member
Username: clouds_54
Post Number: 545
Registered: 6-2008
| | Posted on Friday, May 11, 2012 - 4:38 pm: |
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Hi Sunny
Sorry for MIA. Just saw your reply. Gal better these days, no longer asking for maid. Think it's a fad for that week only! LOL. We now training her to sleep by herself in her room for afternoon nap. So far so good.
As for boy, sigh, not only is he asking for maid, but he been waking up at 2am or 4am kind of timing...zzzzz.....and then cry and don't want to go back to sleep. We gave milk but still fussed. Do not want to get back into his cot, prefer to sleep on maid's bed! ZZZZ....
j foo - agree that if we can manage, kids shld sleep with us. But i guess depends on the kid's nature. Mine the age gap too close, will disturb each other as boy wakes up at night crying still whereas gal can sleep till next morning alr. Plus hubby works late so I be on my own with the 2 monkeys during bedtime! Am trying to take over from helper on weekends to put boy to sleep since I am not working and can let her rest. Wish me luck!
Also, need to go buy floor mattresses already. So that both helper and boy sleep on floor. One sleep on bed and another sleep in cot. Dangerous at night if bot attempts to climb out. Put on helper bed, also can fall off bed. |
newmummy08 (newmummy08)
Member
Username: newmummy08
Post Number: 861
Registered: 10-2008
| | Posted on Monday, May 14, 2012 - 11:45 am: |
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Hi mummies~!Any part time maid can recommend?Actually just need for saturday cleaning but not monthly basis neither weekly.Pls recommend if any...budget now is abt $12/hr?
Pls PM me ya~!Thx for help~!! |
Surf (clouds_54)
Member
Username: clouds_54
Post Number: 547
Registered: 6-2008
| | Posted on Monday, May 14, 2012 - 5:14 pm: |
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Hi Milk Bottle08
Which year is your boy in at Blk 146 PCF sparkletot? it is the childcare centre right? I been there 1-2 years back 2 times. The 2 times I went, it's a different principal. So I was not very keen. But am glad that you hv good encounters with the school. Well, most cc are like that. They meet the parents every 6 months. But my gal's current CC provide update once a month via a newsletter on what they learnt.
But I may be switching the CC for my gal. Sigh, and yes, every CC in TPY is full. Not sure if they hv vacancy for my gal who is in N2 now. |
kobebaby (kobebaby)
New member
Username: kobebaby
Post Number: 26
Registered: 9-2010
| | Posted on Monday, May 14, 2012 - 5:32 pm: |
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Hi any comments on NTUC my first skool at TPY central?
Thanks. |
Surf (clouds_54)
Member
Username: clouds_54
Post Number: 549
Registered: 6-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - 11:30 pm: |
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Okie, blk 146 pcf cc 50 kids in wait list
Sigh..... |
Susan Lee (bluechick33)
New member
Username: bluechick33
Post Number: 1
Registered: 7-2011
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 11:22 am: |
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My son is at My First Skool infantcare.
There are currently 13 babies, so still below MCYS's ratio of 1:5. There are 4 pairs of teachers, 1 English and 1 Chinese as 1 pair, to expose the babies to diff languages.
Environment-wise ok, though it's on the small side. Babies seem happy there, though they seem to make them sleep a lot! |
babygalore (babygalore)
Member
Username: babygalore
Post Number: 769
Registered: 5-2009
| | Posted on Friday, May 18, 2012 - 10:34 am: |
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Hi all dear TP Moms,
Sorry for MIA for very long as its not easy to write at work after starting a new job in Sep and sometimes really regret studying finance and end up working in finance sector. Every now and then must worry about job security and not conducive for family.
Ivy, Janice and Dor
Thanks very very much to you girls for sincerely sharing all the tips about preparation for childcare. They have helped me a lot. I have been putting them into practice as much as possible. The self feed part is still not perfect but can see some improvement. Holding bottle is not successful as my gal hates milk and has to be persuaded to drink. Pooing wise sometimes successful sometimes not..She is confirmed for N1 at 27 months for PCF East at Blk 232. She was on waiting list for the toddler group (18 months and above) with no success and the principal advised the best is be confirmed for N1 at least.
Ivy,
You are the first producer I know of heeeeeee..Ur work sounds very interesting. Share more on the content that you produce if got time? Heeeee…I am thinking of understanding the other interesting occupations outside of finance so that I can exposure Mel (my daughter’s name) to them. Finance is probably the last industry I would expose her to.
TP mommies..
Just to share my recent experience on childcare decision. Due to the proximity with my mom (at blk 234), the most convenient decision is to send Mel to Blk 232 PCF. Nevertheless, there has been social pressure to send children to branded preschools (such as Pat school and such). Sometimes I get feedback from friends that sending her to a government school like PCF will put her at risk of losing out, that government schools loses out in all aspects. But my personal 2 cents worth is to give her a more innocent childhood and that the type of preschool one goes to cannot scar a child’s life. Besides, the proximity will benefit my mom who also needs to have more rest at her age. While of course its good to be smart but health and just plain happiness is even more important. Sometimes, cannot help but to think that being down to earth and simple is nicer than being shrewd and complex. Maybe its because I was born as a heart lander of the heartlander – Tpian
Hence, I am so glad to have finally confirmed a place in PCF East..Not sure if you guys get such social pressure too..
Are,
Thanks for sharing the new makan place…looks great..the fare…have you tried food at WAVE..? Some of it is quite good, at least never expect a pub like place to serve nice food. That stretch of TP has become quite interesting..also people eating steamboat there..
Dor,
you are right about the need to be vigilant. I very KS when it comes to that aspect. Do u still remember in the 80s, TP Lor 7 got Adrian Lim case. That time my mom also did not let me anyhow go out. And there was also the very heartwrecking case about 2 students from Bowen is still missing up to today..I still feel very sorry for their parents..forever heartache and no closure.. |
kobebaby (kobebaby)
New member
Username: kobebaby
Post Number: 27
Registered: 9-2010
| | Posted on Friday, May 18, 2012 - 11:35 am: |
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Hi bluechick33,
Thanks for the feedback on My First Skool. It is so difficult to find CCC in TPY... but am lucky to confirm a place for my toddler finally at MFS TPY central.
It's still quite a bit of a walk for me but at least I don't have to send her on a schoolbus or take the train. |
babygalore (babygalore)
Member
Username: babygalore
Post Number: 771
Registered: 5-2009
| | Posted on Friday, May 18, 2012 - 12:28 pm: |
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Kobebaby,
Before my mum can confirm taking care of my girl two years back, I went to check out MFS at central. One major plus point is that is a big and airy place. I actually put my name down for infantcare waiting list but they did not get back to me. So conclusion is that TP is really so densely populated that finding a place for our kids is like finding gold.
Happy for u that u found a place there.
TP moms,
Another update from my side is that I heard a rumor that there is a chance that PV scheme for primary school will stop going forward, don't know true or not. For me, still many years to think.
Sunny72,
My neighbour with kid from CHIJ say that CHIJ TP has no PV scheme. For catholics, they get referral letter from their respective churches. |
Surf (clouds_54)
Member
Username: clouds_54
Post Number: 550
Registered: 6-2008
| | Posted on Friday, May 25, 2012 - 11:02 am: |
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Hi mummies
any of your kids in TPY methodist church kindergarten or is a member of the church? If yes, anyone send their kids to their Sunday class? |
charsiew (pudgyme)
Member
Username: pudgyme
Post Number: 1294
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Monday, May 28, 2012 - 1:48 pm: |
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Hi fellow TPY mummies, can anyone recommend of a good & reliable TCM clinic/ physician in TPY for kids? Thanks! |
babygalore (babygalore)
Member
Username: babygalore
Post Number: 776
Registered: 5-2009
| | Posted on Monday, May 28, 2012 - 5:19 pm: |
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Hi Charsiew,
I do not know of any TCM in Toa Payoh but I do know of a good ethnical TCM Dr in AMK. She specializes in women health but I have seen patients bringing their toddler to see her. Have seen her personally for women issue and she is a very good doctor altough some feel that she does not talk much to patient. U can call the clinic, state your kid's condition and simply ask if she treats that.
Dr Zou Yumin. Blk 505 #01-2670 Ang Mo Kio Ave 8. Tel: 64560833 |
charsiew (pudgyme)
Member
Username: pudgyme
Post Number: 1295
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Monday, May 28, 2012 - 10:18 pm: |
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Thanks for sharing, babygalore |
babygalore (babygalore)
Member
Username: babygalore
Post Number: 777
Registered: 5-2009
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 - 8:43 am: |
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Charsiew,
No problem! |
sharon (seans_wife)
Member
Username: seans_wife
Post Number: 1091
Registered: 12-2007
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 05, 2012 - 11:35 am: |
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HI anyone with kids in Pei Chun? Trying to scout around for reliable student care as we are planning to put our kids there in 2014.
Also any feedback on the new principal?
Thanks. |
Char (charmer)
Intermediate Member
Username: charmer
Post Number: 2116
Registered: 12-2007
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 05, 2012 - 11:48 pm: |
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hello mummies,
i've been MIA for a long long time.
Gem,
my gal is in PCF blk 157 since she was 3yrs old. she's 5 now. i like the school and the teachers there. they are SPARK certified. they have a mini school library where the kids borrow books every fri to bring home for a few days. they have ECA (table tennis, aikido and one more that i can't remember) for the kids to take part but its not compulsory. they even had staff from the s'pore children's society come early this year to teach the kids that it's not ok for strangers to touch them. you can consider that school. btw, how old is your child? |
Surf (clouds_54)
Member
Username: clouds_54
Post Number: 551
Registered: 6-2008
| | Posted on Monday, June 11, 2012 - 11:05 pm: |
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Hey char
Hv not heard from u for the long time!
Glad to hear that blk 157 pcf is good. What do you do with her during the June holidays?
I m having some issues with my gal's cc centre recently. After I resolved an issue, another one popped up. The latest is my gal told me during bedtime that the teacher pinched her after bath in sch everyday recently. Seriously I dunno how much I shld believe what she said. After all the recent incidents that happened in school, I hv become wary of the teacher in the school how they treat the kids.
Am seriously thinking of switching cc centre but all cc centres in tpyare full. I m on wait list with 50 pax in front of me. Am trying not to go for kindergarten as they hv June and dec holidays. My old folks will not be able to entertain her and my 2 year old at the same time in the day. The most popular activity - watch tv.
Helpppppp!!!!  |
rlcl (rfary)
Member
Username: rfary
Post Number: 1185
Registered: 2-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, June 21, 2012 - 10:58 am: |
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Hi Surf, which child care is your gal in?
sigh. i'm also looking for childcare.
any one with kids at young talents at tpy west cc? are they good? |
Gem (gem_tan)
New member
Username: gem_tan
Post Number: 9
Registered: 4-2012
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 04, 2012 - 4:09 pm: |
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Hi Char
just saw your feedback. i have signed my child at Blk 45 as i was unable to gather any feedback at Blk 157. glad that you child is enjoying herself at school.
hope i made the right choice. |
maltbibi (maltbibi)
Member
Username: maltbibi
Post Number: 1303
Registered: 4-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, July 19, 2012 - 3:12 pm: |
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Hi mummies
Any recommendation of good Maths tutor for primary 1? Pls PM me if it is not possible to post over here.
Thanks. |
White_lady (white_lady)
Advanced Member
Username: white_lady
Post Number: 8876
Registered: 9-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, July 28, 2012 - 7:07 am: |
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Hi all ... Long time no post
My girl is 3 next year . Néed to put her in play group . Blk 157 PCF good ?
Heard that the feedback for lorong 5 PCF not bad |
Peace (jocelyn86)
Member
Username: jocelyn86
Post Number: 1020
Registered: 3-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 01, 2012 - 3:12 pm: |
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Hi all, just wanna recommend my mother in law, a professional, who has more than 20yrs experience in teaching piano, and most of her students passes with flying colors.. Becos half of her students had just graduated, therefore she's looking for new students to fill in.. she's late 50s, english speaking, Chinese also not a problem. She teaches adults too.. Reasonably charges for her professional level..
Age 3 and above can start learning already.. best age is 4, though my sis in law is talented, therefore she started at 3..
Please pm mi for her contacts if u are interested, only sincere ones thanks...
GOD BLESS! |
ivy (eyevee)
Intermediate Member
Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3255
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Monday, August 06, 2012 - 11:37 pm: |
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Hehe I also MIA for 3 mths Liao, been so busy with a lot of nonsense...
I cannot remember who ask what.., but here's my answer.
Yes video producer is an interesting job but tough industry to be in, money is not great, survived with passion I suppose.
IFC at 192 Tpy central is not bad. Particularly this teacher call ms Josephine, very dedicated senior teacher. But when go to toddler class, I took my girl out cos I find the class too big. Last time IFC max 18 infants but heard they try to squeeze more. Toddler 30-32 in 1 big class, when I left, the principal ask me to reconsider, she say she will try to split the class up.
Tcm, char I got to my fren dad at houging ave 8. But tcm must see fate, I see this sensei, always cure me, but my girl not 100%. There is this famous one at sims drive too. I can ask for address if u want. My hubby classmate father pass on to the son. |
are (are)
Intermediate Member
Username: are
Post Number: 3964
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, August 12, 2012 - 1:46 pm: |
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hey all...
no time to "talk"! :P
as usual... me come in with food news. anyone tried the nice tauhuay @ tpy central yet? they have the famous taiwan 九份芋圆 and always long Q. the 50s traditional bread next door is very good too. got milk bread and black sugar bread. kaya and butter/cream very tasty too! do try it out!
for those who are not aware, they are located directly below DBS bank, facing blk 79, beside the traffic light going towards the old central/tree temple. corner of this row is a bubble tea shop.
another one to recommend always is tim's restaurant near my place at blk 95 that i have always recommended. just want to remind all that their lamb shank is out of this world, and also the chicken chop. we just told the owner that he is so wonderful to maintain the quality of the food after all these years, and are very happy tat he bought the shop at a gd price and will be expanding soon.
has anyone tried the italian food at blk 79 coffeeshop? they were from the botak jones industrial building coffeeshop. not sure if original shop still there. used to love their pizza (hand made when you order) and pasta too. yet got chance to try but will do so soon.
i also received a flyer about a new place at the driving range near lorng 8. chinese restaurant, anyone tried? need to fix crab craving soon. will either go try here or go bac to my fav famous crab king, which has changed name but i forgot which one.
outside of toa payoh, i also found a place serving satay lok lok and other malaysia food... our dear malaysian frens should be craving for this ya? it is called malaysia local delights, 大马风味 @ 224 tanjong katong rd, a few shops down from punggol nasi lemak. they also serve other things. we tried the KL hokkien mee& penang fried kway tiao, which were gd.
happy chomping!! happy national day!! |
are (are)
Intermediate Member
Username: are
Post Number: 3965
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, August 12, 2012 - 8:12 pm: |
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oohh.. i left out the most important discovery - super yummy waffles @ creamier @ blk 128 , opp philips, @ the lorong 1/2 market! http://www.facebook.com/creamier.singapore
no need to say too much... super yummy waffles, choc lava cake, ice cream, lychee beer, coffee, tea...MUZ GO LAH!!! |
newmummy08 (newmummy08)
Member
Username: newmummy08
Post Number: 882
Registered: 10-2008
| | Posted on Monday, August 13, 2012 - 12:55 pm: |
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Hi are, Creamier just opp my blk but nvr go in b4, but always walk by saw quite a number of ppl there...just wonder the price is it ex or cheap...hmm... |
charsiew (pudgyme)
Member
Username: pudgyme
Post Number: 1303
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 - 10:52 am: |
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Hi mummies, just a quick check if anyone had visited the clinic at Blk 79D, My Family Clinic?
Am considering & wonders if there's any feedbacks, good or bad? thanks! |
j foo (jcefoo)
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Username: jcefoo
Post Number: 1604
Registered: 5-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 - 3:29 pm: |
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Have been to Creamier a few times but to be honest, can't compare to my all time fav Udders Their signature salted gula melaka ice cream is nice but to eat one whole scoop is just a bit too much... the taste gets a bit of getting use to. Same applies to the chilli pineapple. I enjoyed both these flavours but if only they could serve me half scoop of each, that would be great. Price wise, it's around $3-4 per scoop, similar to what you'd pay for freshly made ice cream. They do stock interesting beers though.
Charsiew, if you are looking for a clinic around the central area, you can try Healthway, located on the opp stretch and look for Dr Joyce. She works only in the mornings. |
charsiew (pudgyme)
Member
Username: pudgyme
Post Number: 1304
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 - 11:50 pm: |
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Thanks jfoo! Will google & give them a call~ This is for my girl.
Now i'm shopping around for a good massage, shoulder or foot; i feel that i have very tight & aching shoulders. Think i need to relax a little, pls share with me if anyone has any good experiences at TPY area? thanks thanks!
Good night! |
♥ Рrecious ♥ (thepreciousones)
Intermediate Member
Username: thepreciousones
Post Number: 3588
Registered: 9-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 12:12 am: |
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Charsiew
I would recommend Healing Touch at Novena Square or Thomson Road. If you can, you can do Pilates at home to maintain. |
♥ Рrecious ♥ (thepreciousones)
Intermediate Member
Username: thepreciousones
Post Number: 3589
Registered: 9-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 12:20 am: |
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Foot Reflexolgy, I go to the one behind Bossini. It is called Blissful Sole Foot Reflexology |
ivy (eyevee)
Intermediate Member
Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3256
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 3:10 pm: |
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Are, haha foodie!
ya have not been to creamier though its quite near me, open only from 12pm onwards so by then i will be heading for lunch.
charsiew, I have been longing to buy the new Uphoria from osim, i tried and i really like it. Maybe will try to get for myself next birthday! |
charsiew (pudgyme)
Member
Username: pudgyme
Post Number: 1305
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 3:45 pm: |
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haha! :> hope this thread will be more active soon~ Nice to see all chatting everything under the sun~
btw, i had brought my gal to see Dr Joyce at healthway just now. i am pleasantly surprised at how courteous & polite the frontline staff were Really made patients/worried parents at ease & comfortable.
Dr Joyce is meticulous, patient, careful & precise. i like her & it's really nice of her when she bothers to explain a little more in detail even though she may be in a hurry to rush off to other appointments, etc. Overall experience is good, will recommend! Thanks jfoo for recommending! |
charsiew (pudgyme)
Member
Username: pudgyme
Post Number: 1306
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 3:49 pm: |
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i think i will probably give a try at Blissful Sole Foot Reflexology soon, hehe! Thanks precious for sharing~~
Ivy, the Uphoria sounds interesting, haha! Will go & try out, haha.. but don't think my Financial controller will approve, haha! Thanks for sharing too~~ |
ivy (eyevee)
Intermediate Member
Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3257
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 5:27 pm: |
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charsiew, got installment plan :P ask ur financial controller to try.
The sales person ask me and hubby to try 1 session and our feet will feel light, so we just ok lor test lor. Then both of us like wow... haha. |
♥ Рrecious ♥ (thepreciousones)
Intermediate Member
Username: thepreciousones
Post Number: 3590
Registered: 9-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - 8:40 pm: |
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Ivy
Don't get. After a while, you"ll get immune to the system and no longer enjoyable... Hee hee |
are (are)
Intermediate Member
Username: are
Post Number: 3966
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 9:52 am: |
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ivy... actually i agree with precious... i also got a lot of massagers but in the end, all collect dust now cos i prefer the "human touch". am also a huge fan of blissful sole. i took the foot and shoulder/back packages. precious... think i recommended u there last time? hee...
creamier i am a huge fan of their waffle. gd price, so near, and not always v crowded so i am happy lah! : )
there is a new doc at lor 1 mkt as well, sat open full day. i am also looking for a new GP for my ger, cos my hse GP is closing down.
joyce... u r forever #1 fan of udders! tell u a joke, i went to view a hse right abv yours few weeks bac! hubby say if we buy then we are neighbours! haha... but too ex leh, cant afford. but u gonna hv to suffer reno very soon wor...
charsiew... blissful sole is very good. they have a gd trial price for 1st timer. for massage i go to aura royalis. http://www.auraroyalis.com/contact-us.html. it is essentially a malay spa, but the massages are very good, so is the facial. i like it cos not very crowded, and so near @ blk 83, can wear shorts and slippers go. hehe... their package quite resonable too, and they dun hard sell. i practically have to ask them wat they have before they will promote me. they will oni ask me when my package run out.
yeah... the thread is alive again! hahaha... |
♥ Рrecious ♥ (thepreciousones)
Intermediate Member
Username: thepreciousones
Post Number: 3591
Registered: 9-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 10:06 am: |
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Are
Thank you for your recommendation for Blissful.
We all enjoy!!! Signed a few packages with them |
♥ Рrecious ♥ (thepreciousones)
Intermediate Member
Username: thepreciousones
Post Number: 3592
Registered: 9-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 10:08 am: |
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Aura is good? Will check it out.
I like Healing Touch as they have 2hrs massage at $100 |
are (are)
Intermediate Member
Username: are
Post Number: 3967
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 10:24 am: |
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aura is very good! the elderly lady is the best i have ever encountered! my package with them is 90mins @ $89 i think. they have a trial price too. v cheap oni. plus their package is 3-in-1, can choose scrub, ginger wrap etc. and you know malay ladies, they are super good with massages, and their oil all help to remove wind, which is wat i like. they have different kind. u can call the number, say you are rae's fren, they know me. |
Skies (mecy)
Junior Member
Username: mecy
Post Number: 134
Registered: 5-2010
| | Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 11:04 am: |
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Just chanced upon this thread and would like to join this thread too.. I am a tpy mummy too... Currently have a three year old gal.. And number 2 coming in Sept..
Hi Gem, my girl is currently in 157 pcf.. Pre nursery... I am so far pretty happy with their level of professionalism... Good communications between teachers and parents.. My girl will bring back a blue notebook whenever the teacher has something to inform me... And so far, they have gone for 2 outings... And what actually surprises me was when I went for the meet the parents meeting in May, the teachers, both English and Mandarin, presented me with a portfolio of her work, detailing her progress... I was not expecting so much from pcf initially..but am glad to see that my girl is learning much from her classes...
I have been to creamier twice.. So far, have been eating their waffle ice-cream.. Think about $6.50.. I love the Earl grey flavor.. It is very refreshing... |
j foo (jcefoo)
Member
Username: jcefoo
Post Number: 1605
Registered: 5-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 11:29 am: |
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Welcome Skies!
Yes, I am an Udders fan. I go round trying various ice cream/gelato parlours but end up going back to Udders because of the quality. A good place for premium gelato is at Marina Sq, can't remember the name but it's tucked in a corner, near to Killiney...
ARE, my neighbour?! Yay! We can have food outings together!! How can you miss out on such an opportunity?! Haha! I heard that the family is moving to Lor 1. So any of you ladies keen on taking up the unit? Near Pei Chun! Haha!
Aura sounds tempting... let's all meet up there! |
are (are)
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Username: are
Post Number: 3968
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 11:52 am: |
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jfoo...
already sold i thought? owner say he moving to condo wor... the hse is a v gd buy actually, condition very good, very spacious. asking 50K cash hor. :P wish i can buy, then i can start piano lessons with you!
aura can oni take 3 customers at one time i think! ha! food reflex can take everyone!!
but i cant lah... am working full time now leh. u can go during weekdays, easier to book appt. |
Skies (mecy)
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Username: mecy
Post Number: 136
Registered: 5-2010
| | Posted on Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 12:10 pm: |
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For those looking for cheap and good gps, there is one at blOck 85c.. Near kumon.. I just saw him last week.. 3 medicine with consultation only $26 |
j foo (jcefoo)
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Username: jcefoo
Post Number: 1606
Registered: 5-2008
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Sold? I bumped into the owner last week, he said not yet... His place at Lor 1 is ready so he is moving in. Yes the unit is spacious, corner.
No la, don't want to take you in as a student...rather have you as a makan kaki! :p |
are (are)
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Username: are
Post Number: 3969
Registered: 8-2003
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tat's weird. cos hubby say they stopped advertising so we tot it was sold. the unit very good leh. funnie no buyer.
his unit at lor 1, meaning the peak?
makan or piano also can lah! ha! |
ivy (eyevee)
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Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3258
Registered: 2-2005
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Precious! if hubby buy for me i should take it yea? haha. But where is blissful?
Jfoo, im udders fans too. u teach piano? can teach adult? i wish to learn one day -.-
are, peak is not condo right... the one beside kheng cheng is condo. BTW heard kheng cheng ranking went above chij this year, dunno how true. |
are (are)
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Username: are
Post Number: 3970
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Friday, August 17, 2012 - 4:07 pm: |
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ivy...
blissful sole is behind bossini @ central.
we take class from jfoo together, onz? hee...
the peak is not the condo, condo is trevista aka "running water disturb ppl sleep in the morning". ha!
how can KC be abv CHIJ... i dun believe leh... |
yukim (yukim)
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Username: yukim
Post Number: 1
Registered: 5-2012
| | Posted on Monday, August 27, 2012 - 10:47 pm: |
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Looking for babysitter near braddell mrt, pls pm me thanks |
Ling (ling_82)
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Username: ling_82
Post Number: 17
Registered: 6-2012
| | Posted on Thursday, August 30, 2012 - 5:07 pm: |
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Hi Mummy,
Would like to check blk 157 PCF is childcare for 18month up ?
As i am looking a childcare for my boy , currently he is 16month. Thanks |
rlcl (rfary)
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Username: rfary
Post Number: 1206
Registered: 2-2008
| | Posted on Monday, September 03, 2012 - 11:43 am: |
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hi anyone with toddler at little campus still? are they still good? thinking of sending my daughter there. |
~~Dor~~ (dorncol)
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Username: dorncol
Post Number: 1210
Registered: 9-2006
| | Posted on Monday, September 03, 2012 - 3:57 pm: |
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Sch Hols activity: http://www.unitedsquare.com.sg/events/2012/alice_in_wonderland_musical_show/alice_in_wonderland_musical_show.html |
ivy (eyevee)
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Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3260
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 - 11:45 pm: |
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Are,
Ya maybe see sala. Heard chij will be having new principal and quite reputable, heard from ex ij girls.
Anyone got nanny contacts, I'm just standing by. |
Sharon lee Tzin (tzin)
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Username: tzin
Post Number: 1
Registered: 9-2012
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 - 8:37 pm: |
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Hi, i'm new here. Are there any playdates going on in Toa Payoh? I would like to bring my son (1 year old) if any thanks! |
ivy (eyevee)
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Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3261
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Friday, September 14, 2012 - 3:14 pm: |
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Sigh, suddenly feel so dejavu on searching for IFC & CC.
Toa payoh still so limited choice.
First Skool central - really dont feel like going back there, cos its too big.
HDB hub - they say dont bother to queue haha
sparkletots - dunno good or not, ask us to queue
safra - dunno when opening... and new school dunno how is it..
Toa payoh west young talents - only toddler onwards
sibeh sian. |
newmummy08 (newmummy08)
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Username: newmummy08
Post Number: 890
Registered: 10-2008
| | Posted on Sunday, September 16, 2012 - 11:27 pm: |
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HI!any one interested to get attached toy?
Pls PM me ya~! |
~~Dor~~ (dorncol)
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Username: dorncol
Post Number: 1211
Registered: 9-2006
| | Posted on Monday, September 17, 2012 - 12:09 pm: |
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ivy,
try tpy lor. 5, blk 55. my #2 is with them. can start to enq tpy safra infantcare now is by http://www.nurturestars.sg/
good luck! |
~~Dor~~ (dorncol)
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Username: dorncol
Post Number: 1212
Registered: 9-2006
| | Posted on Monday, September 17, 2012 - 12:11 pm: |
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ivy,
i missed out in my earlier post #2 is with my first skool Infant care |
ivy (eyevee)
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Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3262
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Monday, September 17, 2012 - 1:11 pm: |
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Dor,
ya heard from CG, was so hoping no need to travel, but central limited choice and long queue. Am going to enquire safra one now. Usually new school cannot see good or not, but aiyo at this point is bo he hei ma hou! |
Ling (ling_82)
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Username: ling_82
Post Number: 19
Registered: 6-2012
| | Posted on Monday, September 17, 2012 - 3:38 pm: |
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Ivy, Toa Payoh childcare really limited choice.. haizz....am headache now ! |
rlcl (rfary)
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Username: rfary
Post Number: 1207
Registered: 2-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 - 1:11 pm: |
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the safra TPY one suppose to call me back when ready but nothing so far. |
rlcl (rfary)
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Username: rfary
Post Number: 1208
Registered: 2-2008
| | Posted on Friday, September 21, 2012 - 3:12 pm: |
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the safra tpy cc registering starting. open house oct 6. not sure if it is good or not. |
ling1818 (ling1818)
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Username: ling1818
Post Number: 14
Registered: 1-2011
| | Posted on Friday, September 21, 2012 - 5:25 pm: |
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Hi Rlcl,
Thanks for your update. Do you already register & give the deposit ?
Do you know the toddler full day charge ?
Thanks. |
j foo (jcefoo)
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Username: jcefoo
Post Number: 1608
Registered: 5-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - 12:13 pm: |
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Hi everyone, recommending a salon in Lor 1 blk 125 (near the sheltered roundabout). It's called Hair Affairs. The ladies use to work at J's Salon (Goodwood) but came out to venture on their own. I normally have mine cut by Jane, she is very experienced so be prepared to pay a little more if you want her services. But the other two ladies are good too.
Now, to food There's a relatively new cupcake shop at blk 85, near the Lor 1 end. It is called Charlotte Grace. Lmited flavours but pretty good. And priced at $2.50 each. Compared to the "big boys" like 12 Cupcakes which are priced at a min of $3, this is a good deal. And not too far away from this shop is a more traditional cake shop that makes pineapple tarts and some other traditional cookies. It is called nineteen niche. I tried a bottle of the tarts, not bad. 16 balls for $7.
One other thing, does anyone know of any nannies in Yishun area? I have a friend who is desperately looking for one. |
are (are)
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Username: are
Post Number: 3974
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 10:41 am: |
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ivy... why u searching for CC again? not happy with current?
hey jfoo... i saw the nineteen but did not go in, cos the the shop was rather empty. they sell very few things? or maybe juz opened then.
cupcakes are so ridiculously expensive these days!! worse than muffins!! lucky i not big fan! hahaha...
how much u pay for your cut? |
j foo (jcefoo)
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Username: jcefoo
Post Number: 1609
Registered: 5-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, September 27, 2012 - 2:12 pm: |
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Haircut is about $40 as Jane cuts for me. That includes wash and all. I think the other two ladies charge $20 plus.
Nineteen Niche doesn't sell many things, I think their main is pineapple tarts and some cookies. Now there's mooncake. |
ivy (eyevee)
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Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3263
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Monday, October 01, 2012 - 3:11 pm: |
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RLCL, ya heard about the open house but 06 oct im busy with many things on scheduled so maybe will try to see another day.
jfoo, ya charlotte grace, going to order my girl birthday cake from her.
Are, for no 2. but not many got ifc to cc one. tot if can house both at one place then good lah.
Anyone got good recommendation for learning arts? Am stopping my girl from shicida and maybe let her do what she likes, which is either music or arts.. if can around tpy will be good. |
are (are)
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Username: are
Post Number: 3975
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Monday, October 01, 2012 - 4:18 pm: |
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oh! congrats, ivy!! :P
i had to wait for my facial appt yestr so tot go get a cupcake. but aiya... they close on sunday ah! :P
if anyone want to order agar agar cake, can order from cakestory (website and fb). i just ordered two and guests at both parties loved them! |
newmummy08 (newmummy08)
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Username: newmummy08
Post Number: 897
Registered: 10-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 02, 2012 - 1:58 pm: |
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Any one of u gt good recommendation on driver send my son to school only non,wed n Friday??
Pls pm me...thx!! |
~~Dor~~ (dorncol)
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Username: dorncol
Post Number: 1213
Registered: 9-2006
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 03, 2012 - 10:33 am: |
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Hi, a fren of mind is selling these smartphone cases, u may contact her @ volkaoo@hotmail.com |
lehcar (lehcar)
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Username: lehcar
Post Number: 479
Registered: 12-2007
| | Posted on Thursday, October 04, 2012 - 3:46 pm: |
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Hi, glad that the thread is alive. Anyone heard of Suitall (doing facial) at lor 5? Need a facial badly. Or any good one ard tpy? |
rlcl (rfary)
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Username: rfary
Post Number: 1210
Registered: 2-2008
| | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2012 - 12:02 am: |
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the safra open house got pushed back.try calling them for new dates. |
Chilli Quek (chilli_quek)
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Username: chilli_quek
Post Number: 214
Registered: 8-2011
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 1:59 pm: |
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Hi mummies,
I am also a TPY mummy. Just gave birth this Feb.
Am looking for CC for my bb.
TPY so limited choice of CC
Btw, Safra TPY official opening 27th Oct |
newmummy08 (newmummy08)
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Username: newmummy08
Post Number: 901
Registered: 10-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 2:35 pm: |
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Any one of u gt good recommendation on driver send my son to school only Mon,wed n Friday??
Pls pm me...thx!! |
huang meifen (huang_meifen)
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Username: huang_meifen
Post Number: 86
Registered: 9-2011
| | Posted on Sunday, October 21, 2012 - 3:34 pm: |
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Hi mummies! I'm a tpy mummy, new mummy though cos just gave birth this feb. currently Tinking of scouting for a pre-school for my son cos wanna send him in when he is 2y/o.
Btw chiliquek, ur name looks familiar. U also in feb mummy 2012 forum? Hehe |
huang meifen (huang_meifen)
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Username: huang_meifen
Post Number: 87
Registered: 9-2011
| | Posted on Sunday, October 21, 2012 - 3:37 pm: |
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Btw, there is a kindermusik @ blk 128. Just beside creamier. Anyone join in their lessons already? |
mummyof2boys (jasminechenx)
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Username: jasminechenx
Post Number: 3073
Registered: 6-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 - 11:04 pm: |
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hihi
hahha, how have you all been!
i mia for 2yrs i think! hahah with the new job, horrid pregnancy n then loosing my maid.... hahah well now all 3 are in cc and i have been maidless for 1yr. finally learnt how to survive without 1!
no extra time to go online at all! |
babygenius (babygenious)
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Username: babygenious
Post Number: 117
Registered: 5-2010
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 4:59 pm: |
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Any mummies exploring / registered for childcare services at either
1) Nurture stars ( safra Toa payoh) - collaboration between safra and kinderland
2) Raffles house ( tpy Lor 6 HSR building)
Both opening this Nov / Dec
I have a kid for K1 level next year
Thanks!!! |
mummyof2boys (jasminechenx)
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Username: jasminechenx
Post Number: 3074
Registered: 6-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 - 12:09 pm: |
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If u do know the pricing n condition of the cc pls let me know! |
babygenius (babygenious)
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Username: babygenious
Post Number: 118
Registered: 5-2010
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 - 1:09 pm: |
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Raffles house is $1250/mth before MCYS subsidy.
Nurture Stars (Safra Toa Payoh) has infant care (IFC) services:
Rate for safra members and before subsidy: $1600 (IFC) and $998 (18mth-6 years)
Rate for public: $1700 and $1250 respectively |
ice (lcyen)
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Username: lcyen
Post Number: 335
Registered: 5-2007
| | Posted on Monday, November 05, 2012 - 2:09 pm: |
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halo.. im looking for home tutor for prep-P1 (next year k2), any recommend? english&math and chinese... thanks |
ivy (eyevee)
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Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3266
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, November 08, 2012 - 12:17 pm: |
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hello, MIA again, my this 2nd pregnancy is making me so tired...
I went to nurture stars open house, quite big and bright place, not sure of the teachers though. I got to drive if not also not easy to get there.
PCF not childcare..
Raffles house so ex sia!!
Anyone got good recommendation for firming cream for post natal... i think my tummy and breast will be super saggy after this 2nd pregnancy.
Charlotte grace ya i ordering cake from her!! |
j foo (jcefoo)
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Username: jcefoo
Post Number: 1612
Registered: 5-2008
| | Posted on Thursday, November 08, 2012 - 1:50 pm: |
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Another new cupcake joint just opened not too long ago near SPH, blk 203, I think. It's called 51 Degrees. A lot more flavours than Charlotte. But prices are steeper than Charlotte. Some of the cupcakes have a heavier (more dense) texture than others.
Ivy, you can try Palmer's or Clarins for firming cream. I didn't use (consistently) and now I regret... haha! But ya, these two brands are popular with my circle of friends who did use. |
are (are)
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Username: are
Post Number: 3978
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Monday, November 12, 2012 - 10:04 am: |
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hi to all new mummies here!!
jfoo... the 51 degrees super ex man! and so funnie to hv so stylo reno in an old neighbourhood! i am juz thankful i am not a fan of cupcakes else very heartpain! ha!
ivy... u tried egytian magic cream tat's selling very well in the forum? its a very good moisturiser. our whole family including ah ger uses this, esp when she has nappy rash.
another foodie tidbit!! everyone knows about the bagus kway chap near my place at blk 93 (lor 3)market right? well, there is another stall, diagonally opp it that sells very good braised pig trotters (both "leg" & "hand")! he also has chicken wings, intestines, mei cai, and his noddles are so nice, unlike normal noodles! do give it a try some time!
in the same market, there is also a fried rice stall which was recently featured in the papers, resulting in long queues now. prepare to wait long long and also put up wth black face of the chef in order to savour the good food! famous for their fried rice, spinach and steamed fish.
share new eats in tpy!! |
~~Dor~~ (dorncol)
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Post Number: 1214
Registered: 9-2006
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Are,
Thanks for sharing. I had eaten at the famous kway chap stall u mentioned, not bad will try the opp stall. |
j foo (jcefoo)
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Username: jcefoo
Post Number: 1613
Registered: 5-2008
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I went back to 51 Degrees again after reading the review in Sunday Times. This time round I tried the dark earl grey and the salted caramel. And boy, it sure was in a different league. Exactly how I like it, moist, light. And the flavour was intense, esp the earl grey. It was like having a condensed shot of earl grey! Yes, $3.50 is ex, and to be in a neighbourhood, not a Holland V neighbourhood but just Toa Payoh neighbourhood so going to see how it can grow. But so far, they have many orders coming through, due to publicity and truly they are worth a try. I also tried their lemon meringue tart, good! But ya, ex for such a small tart that can be eaten in one mouth! Have yet to try their chiffon which is another best seller.
ARE, the fried rice stall, is that the one run by Hongkies? The fried bittergourd with slice fish is nice too. The stall that sells wu xiang is good too. Uncle makes his own from scratch! |
are (are)
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Username: are
Post Number: 3979
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Monday, November 12, 2012 - 4:34 pm: |
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jfoo... tat day i told hubby i muz try one so i know why ppl like you are so willing to pay for a "bite". he say better dun try, wait hooked. so now he keep telling me... not nice one lah! ha!
yes, the fried rice is by the hongkies. agree the fish stall and wu xiang are nice too! i can't bear to move away from this place man! but i seldom go down & eat actually. i try to cook so we eat healthier and lesser! |
Surf (clouds_54)
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Username: clouds_54
Post Number: 564
Registered: 6-2008
| | Posted on Saturday, November 17, 2012 - 5:32 pm: |
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Hi ladies
I Mia for v long. Been busy w work n kids, plus recently went for an opto remove a lump at nek area. Now on mc.
Wah, rates at the safra cc n raffles cc so exp. I thought mine alr v expensive. Brought my 2 kiddos there for open house. Nice pool n indoor gym. Good to go if really nothing to do w them on weekends. |
are (are)
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Username: are
Post Number: 3981
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 5:31 pm: |
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hey... for mummies looking for swimming coach. experienced coach good with children.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/HappySwim |
White_lady (white_lady)
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Post Number: 9032
Registered: 9-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, November 24, 2012 - 11:49 pm: |
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Hi my son is going p1 next year . For this dec holiday , thinking of giving him go han Yu pin yin class ... Any good recommendation ? |
ivy (eyevee)
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Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3267
Registered: 2-2005
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Hello all.
Are, i want tightening! i hate my saggy breast and tummy, esp my breast will enlarge to E cup then shrink to C cup and sag to B cup..
Jfoo, will try clarins haha. asking hubby to buy. hope he wont feel heart pain.
Surf, ya safra CC very very very ex.. raffles i dun even wanna think. And safra cc location not exactly convenient, the traffic there is horrible... so -.- dunno la..
ANY NANNIES AROUND TPY CENTRAL for me to consider??
I log in once a blue moon cos really so lack of sleep, hitting 3rd trimester liao. |
newmummy08 (newmummy08)
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Username: newmummy08
Post Number: 903
Registered: 10-2008
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Hi mummies,i have been MIA for quite sometimes too...
just wonder SAFRA is only for member can go for the gym and the other activities is it?
Non member not even can go in even pay the fees? |
ivy (eyevee)
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Username: eyevee
Post Number: 3268
Registered: 2-2005
| | Posted on Monday, December 10, 2012 - 6:10 pm: |
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new mommy... im not so sure leh, i think so. just go and drop by and see?
BTW i order the cakes from charlotte grace, the chocolate one was a big hit. So you guys can consider ordering ur kiddos birthday cake from there lah. |
Surf (clouds_54)
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Username: clouds_54
Post Number: 567
Registered: 6-2008
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Hi newmummy08
Any one can go to safra. It is a matter of public got to pay more than members. Of coz the perks are supposed to convert u to become safra members. Go check it out! 
Any mummies enrol kids in CMa, Kumon or Montessori classes? |
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