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Gestational Diabetes 101 – Are You at Risk?

In Singapore, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) occurs in about one in four to five pregnancies. This is according to a study published in May 2018 by the Agency for Care Effectiveness at the Ministry of Health. Many think that it’s...
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Insect and Mosquito Repellent for Babies and Children in Singapore

Do you have insect or mosquito repellent in your bag? If not, why? Living in a tropical country has its perks – the sun shines most of the time, and kids can enjoy loads of outdoor fun throughout the year....
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A Run-cation at the Bintan Marathon 2019 Family Run

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. The kid and I did get active though, at the...
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HortPark Nature Playgarden – A Magical Garden for Little Ones

I believe it’s important for kids—and even adults—to get out into the great outdoors now and again. Climb a tree, roll in the mud, get dirty and simply get creative with what nature has to offer. So ever since the...
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I Did Not Know Studying at the Dining Table is Actually Hurting My Kids!

When people talk about investments, one would not usually associate it with a study table and chair set. But let me explain… Before I was given such a set to review, my children were doing their homework and other activities,...
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Tweens: 8 Fail-proof Strategies to Better your Relationship with them

Watching your child grow up is beautiful but it can also be tough, especially if they are tweens. You have to (seemingly) sail through the changes that they go through – emo phases, mood swings, and puberty. You also have...
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Children’s Day 2019: Events and Activities to Surprise the Kids on Their Special Weekend

Adults generally don’t think much about Children’s Day. It’s just a one-day school holiday for the younger ones and a regular work day for everyone else. Well, why not take a day off and spend it bonding with the little...
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Paediatric Tuina can Improve your Child’s Immunity and Treat Common Childhood Problems

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 within the body. It is an alternative treatment for children...
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10 Mum-Tested Ways to Keep Calm and Help your Kids Prepare for Exams

Term 4 of the school year is here and with it, exams. While MOE (Ministry of Education) has removed assessments for Primary 1 and 2 pupils and (by 2021) mid-year examinations for Primary 3, 5 and Secondary 3 students, your...
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‘Cooling’ Soups and Drinks to Soothe that Sore Throat

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 throat. It is not severe enough to warrant a visit...
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14 Eerie-sistable Kid-friendly Halloween Events 2019 (Plus TWO Giveaways!)

It’s that time of year again when we dress (the kids) up in ghoulishly cute costumes and go trick-or-treating. Of course, parents with young kids would prefer lots of “Boos” with no “Boo hoo hoos” afterwards. Thankfully, these kid-friendly Halloween...
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Fruit and Pregnancy: Which are Best for You and your Baby?

When I was pregnant, I was advised to avoid eating certain fruits. Pineapples, I was told, could be “bad” for the pregnancy. So I steered clear of this tangy fruit. I need not have done so, Vanessa McNamara, a dietician...
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Title: Climate S.O.S. at the ArtScience Museum is a Free, Month-long Exhibition that Everyone Needs to See

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 Museum highlights the impact of climate change on the world’s...
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Esther Kwan’s Lushly Gorgeous Bohemian-style Maternity Shoot
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“I figure I will only be pregnant once (or twice) in my lifetime. Hence I wanted to have pictures to remember this milestone forever."

 

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No Babymoon in Sight? Plan a Romantic Staycation in Singapore Instead!



Your complexion is glowing and your baby bump is growing. But you’re so done with morning sickness and stressing over which baby stroller to buy. The thought of the end of your honeymoon and the beginning of parenthood is also daunting — this applies to Daddy-to-be too. Why not play out your final fantasies as …

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National Day 2021: Eats & Buys to Boost Our Singapore Spirit



The theme for this year’s NDP 2021 is “Together, Our Singapore Spirit”. And Singaporeans surely agree that nothing unites us more than our common love for food, shopping, and travel. Since travel is still out, we turn to the best National Day 2021 eats and buys to keep us cheering this August. With the country …

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Where to Kayak in Singapore: Trips, Courses, and more for Families and Kids

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 go next? The water, of course. After all, we are an island and with travel restrictions still in place, there’s really no better way to …

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“I Caught My 10-year-old Watching Porn – What Do I Do?”



Intimate topics such as sex, porn, and masturbation are NOT something most Asian parents broach because we are uncomfortable about bringing them up. The impact of not having these conversations early, however, is that kids may get addicted to porn, indulge in ‘experimental activities’ behind our backs, and may even be victims of sexual crimes. …

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Say Aloha to August: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore



There’s always something fresh and fun to see, do, and eat on our little red dot. From the newest playgrounds and pop-ups to world-class productions and family-friendly menus, there’s plenty to keep you and the kids engaged. We’ve even included some exciting ideas for those #stayhome days. All ready to say aloha to August? GO …

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Mooncakes 2021: 36 Sublime Orbs to Savour this Mid-autumn Festival



Golden baked pastry filled with luscious lotus paste and salted egg yolks. Or novel flavours wrapped in tender snowskin. What’s not to like about mooncakes? While the actual Mid-autumn Festival falls on 21 September this year, mooncakes 2021 sales have already begun in earnest. From novel creations to traditional favourites, from affordable-yet-presentable to ultra-extravagant, here’s …

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The Ultimate Guide to all your Baby Sleep Questions, answered by a Sleep Expert



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 of Sleep Supernanny shares her story — and answers those baby sleep questions we all have. It’s a long read, but worth it, so do …

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Caesarean Delivery – What Really Happens during Your C-section?



Baby on the way? Congrats! Have you considered and discussed birth options with your ob-gyn? While most mums-to-be prefer a natural birth, a.k.a. vaginal delivery, it may not be advisable for all pregnancies. In fact, 37 per cent of births in Singapore are by Caesarean section (C-section for short), according to Associate Professor Tan Thiam …

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10 Teachers’ Day Gifts under $10 that #SupportLocal and #GiveBack



Each year, we show our appreciation for teachers on the first Friday of September. Many educators say that the best gifts are those that don’t cost a lot — it’s the thought that counts! With this in mind, we’ve curated another list of Teachers’ Day gifts under $10 this year, with a special focus on …

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Help Your Kids Prepare for PSLE Chinese Exams in 2021 – Not 1991!



When 45-year-old stay-home mum Gina Siow tried to teach her 11-year-old daughter Jade “using methods my long-suffering Chinese tutor used to help me during my time”, nothing seemed to work. Peggy Lim, Academic Director at leading Chinese language online platform LingoAce, explains why: “Traditional education systems were designed before the internet revolution. It’s important for …

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September School Holidays 2021: Outdoor & #StayHome Fun for Every Child



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 the children in and put their noses to the grindstone — since year-end exams are the next biggie on the school calendar — we’d advise …

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Trying To Conceive? Do these 5 Things before seeing a Fertility Doctor



This article was medically reviewed by Michael L. Eisenberg, M.D (M.D., Director of Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery. Associate Professor of the Department of Urology at Stanford University School of Medicine. As the saying goes, first comes marriage, then comes baby. But when? While many couples dream of having a baby and starting their own …

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First 1,000 Days of a Child’s Life – Fathers, It’s Your Time to Step Up



Among the myriad challenges that a man might potentially face throughout his life, being a father may very well be the most difficult of them all. From changing a child’s diapers to playing with them, almost nothing else has as far-reaching implications on an individual’s future as being an involved father to a child. And …

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4 Ways you can Empower Your Daughters



As a child growing up, I suffered from low self-esteem and had very little confidence. I would constantly compare myself with my peers in every way, and feel inferior about my physical appearance. Even though I was academically inclined and attended a top girls’ school, nothing helped the fact that I felt unattractive. It took …

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“How Do You Motivate Your Child? It’s PSLE Next Year and Mine Doesn’t Seem to Care!”



Parents worry. Trying to motivate your child to study and excel in exams has long become part and parcel of daily life. Understandably so. A country with no natural resources means we invest heavily in human capital. A literacy rate of 97.5 per cent, the highest achieving primary and secondary pupils in Maths and Science, …

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On a Roll with PAW Patrol at City Square Mall!



Are your little ones fans of Ryder, Chase, Skye, and the rest of the PAW Patrol team? Then get ready to report for duty at City Square Mall during the upcoming September school holidays. From the release of the first-ever PAW Patrol movie to interactive themed activities, there’s plenty of tail-wagging fun awaiting your pups. …

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Super September: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore



There’s always something fresh and fun to see, do, and eat on our little red dot. From the newest playgrounds and pop-ups to world-class productions and family-friendly menus, there’s plenty to keep you and the kids engaged. We’ve even included some exciting ideas for #stayhome days, so read on and plan for a super September …

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It’s Reel Fun at These Family-friendly Fishing Spots in Singapore!



It may be hard to believe when you look at the bustling metropolis we live in today, but long before Raffles landed here, our sunny island set in the sea was just a tiny fishing village. Given this slice of history, it’s perhaps not surprising that many Singaporeans still enjoy the sport of fishing some …

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[GIVEAWAY] FREE Baby Express Breast Pumps and Travel Pouch sets!



When you are a mother, it can seem as if there are never enough hours in a day to do all the things you need to do. If you are a new mum, the sense of busyness can be rather overwhelming. This is especially so if you are breast-feeding exclusively, and have to navigate (and …

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Mid-Autumn Festival 2021: Family Fun under the Full Moon



Falling on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, the Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the key festivals for Chinese communities around the world. We all know that we eat mooncakes and carry lanterns, but how many of us actually know why? With the world still in pandemic mode, Mid-Autumn Festival 2021 is taking …

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Marina Bay Sands Staycation Review & Tips: have the best time with Family and Kids at MBS



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 world’s largest, longest, infinity pool at that height. But there’s more to this Moshe Safdie-designed property than just the infinity pool and its gobsmacking view, we …

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13 Healthy Meal Plan Subscriptions with Doorstep Delivery



Busy working parents often turn to tingkat deliveries to keep the family fed. However, the more traditional three-dishes-one-rice format doesn’t suit everybody. Some are hopping on the trend of doing weekly meal preps where you can control what you eat. But what if you just don’t have the time or energy to plan, shop for, …

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Homeschooling in Singapore – Pros, Cons, and How It’s Done



Given our well-regarded public school systems, it’s not surprising that homeschooling in Singapore is a rare phenomenon. Why would parents take on the challenge of teaching their own children when they can just send them to school? And is this actually allowed by the Ministry of Education (MOE)? How does it work? We recently met …

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25 Acts of Kindness Kids can easily do any day, everyday!



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, challenged our perspectives, and revealed cracks in the fabric of our society. Yet it has also brought us together, encouraged us to re-examine our priorities, …

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La Clique Breaks New Ground in Singapore – But is it Family-friendly?



It’s been a LONG time since we last experienced live entertainment in Singapore, much less a full-blown theatrical performance, complete with international cast, live band and yes, live audience. In fact, there hasn’t been one since the Circuit Breaker happened last April. So when we heard that the Olivier award-winning spectacular La Clique was making …

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Mammograms in Singapore – Subsidised Breast Cancer Screening Programmes & Costs



October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Are you aware that breast cancer is the #1 women’s cancer in Singapore? That every year, over 2,000 women are diagnosed with it, and over 400 die from it? That one in 13 women will get breast cancer in their lifetime? And are you also aware that your chances …

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If you’re a mum, you’ll probably want the new iPhone 13 Pro. This is why



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, every hiccup, every piece of pungent nose-pinching digestive output was critically analysed as though he were the one and only male human baby specimen in …

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“It’s HBL Season Again and My Kids Won’t Stop Fighting!”



“Junia,” one mum turns to me in exasperation, “my two kids seem to be fighting more during this HBL season. What can I do?” I winked at her knowingly, and quipped, “Join in the fight!” There’s a multitude of reasons why siblings fight. One snatches the other’s toy, another says unkind words to hurt…. Or …

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Outrageous October: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore



There’s always something fresh and fun to see, do, and eat on our little red dot. From the newest playgrounds and pop-ups to world-class productions and family-friendly menus, there’s plenty to keep you and the kids engaged. It’s also the month we celebrate Children’s Day and International Day of Older Persons, and mark Breast Cancer …

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Breast Cancer Screening: What Really Happens during Your Mammogram?



According to a comprehensive report of breast cancer statistics in Singapore, 1 in 16 Singaporean women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. In 2020, breast cancer was responsible for 32 per cent of all new cancer cases in Singapore. And 1 in 39 women die from breast cancer each year. However, breast …

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Hands-free Breast Pumps for every Breastfeeding Mum

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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 why we think that hands-free breast pumps are a wonderful invention for breastfeeding mothers. Compact enough to fit under bras, these allow mum to prep …

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Baby Sign Language: Why Every Parent Should Learn It and How to Start



Just imagine if your baby could tell you they are hungry, thirsty, tired, or what they are thinking…. All before they can even speak. Cue baby sign language, which makes all this possible. Baby sign language is a communication tool for both parents and pre-verbal babies and toddlers, using specific hand shapes and gestures to …

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Why Drip Chicken Essence should be part of your Confinement diet



Pregnancy and birthing change a woman’s body in incredible ways. Apart from the fact that a brand new human being is grown and born, blood is lost, organs are shifted, and your body shape changes. And all these are just what you can see. Internally, within the body, adjustments which are invisible to the naked …

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Kid-friendly Halloween 2021: Hair-raising Happenings & Freakish Feasts



Horror houses and scare fests are all well and good when you’re a footloose teenager or fancy-free young adult. But once you get promoted to parenthood, it’s time to replace Annabelle and Chucky with Cookie Monster and Sulley. Get creative with those costumes as we find you hair-raising happenings and fa-boo-lous feasts for a suitably …

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6 First-rate Enrichment Programmes for Special Needs Children in Singapore



Most Singaporean parents think nothing of enrolling their kids in extra-curricular activities such as music, art, or sports. They hope to give their offspring a more holistic education outside of academic achievements. However, parents with special needs children often focus all their attention on early intervention and special education. It’s completely understandable, especially when their …

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Retirement 101 for Parents in Singapore



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 grows, so do the expenses. While the cost of raising a child varies depending on your lifestyle, it is certain that living costs will continue …

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