Who Will Care for Us? The Silent Crisis of Elder Care in Malaysia
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September 3, 2025
“My anxiety reached a point when even hearing the phone ring would make my heart race,” recalled Alexandra Wong. What
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[This article was first published on 31st May 2023 and has been updated as at 28th July 2025.] Congratulations, you’re
Fertility in your 30s: What You Need To Know Now From a Fertility Expert
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June 23, 2025
In this article: Having one child doesn’t always mean the next will come easily. More and more couples are discovering
How Fathers Can Be More Intentional in Their Parenting
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June 13, 2025
In this article: What does it mean to be an intentional father? For Honorary Chairman of Focus on the Family
When Your Kid’s Cough Just Won’t Quit: A Paediatric Respiratory Doctor Explains Why
Hemala Devaraj
June 12, 2025
In this article: Still dealing with your child’s lingering cough long after a cold? You’re not alone, let’s dig deeper.
Emotional Cheating: Advice from An Expert On Workplace Relationships – and More
Hemala Devaraj
April 29, 2025
In February 2025, makchic kicked off its first Mama Secrets session of the year, tackling the challenging topic of emotional
Supporting Autism: Early Intervention, Signs and Parental Guidance
Hemala Devaraj
April 21, 2025
The 2025 Budget, announced late last year, marks a key step in Malaysia’s commitment to inclusivity and support for families
Surprising Facts About How We Learn to Read
Hemala Devaraj
April 17, 2025
Child, pointing at a book: “What’s that word?”Parent: “That says ‘cat.’”Child: “How do you know?”Parent: “I learned to read when
What Every Parent Should Know About Child Sexual Violence
Najmin Tajudin
November 18, 2024
He treated her like an adult and made her feel special. Their ‘special connection’ involved her receiving gifts and treats,
Breast Cancer Awareness: Stitching Together Resilience and Hope
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October 30, 2024
Every Monday morning, a vibrant group of women stride into the Breast Cancer Welfare Association (BCWA) office, radiating warmth and
ZafigoX 2024: Rejuvenation – A Journey of Transformation with Inspiring Women
Hemala Devaraj
October 2, 2024
Ready to ignite your inner explorer, #makchicmumsquad? Come 12th and 13th October 2024, Zafigo.com, a travel and lifestyle brand created
How to Raise A Multilingual Child
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August 14, 2024
Living in a multicultural country like Malaysia, many of us can effortlessly switch between two languages (being bilingual), if not
How to Keep Mum Guilt In Check
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March 27, 2024
Stepping into motherhood is like diving into a whirlwind of emotions you never knew existed, hitting you with an intensity
How to talk to kids about: Voting and the Elections
Elaine Yeoh
August 10, 2023
[This article was first published on 26th October 2022, and has been updated as at 10th August 2023.] Malaysia’s 15th
Bisou x makchic “Spill the Tea” Session – A Mumpreneur Morning over Cakes and Conversations
Elaine Yeoh
July 13, 2023
If you’re a mama who’s considering starting up a side hustle, or someone who’s interested in connecting with other like-minded
Back to School: 5 Tips for a Smoother Transition
Elaine Yeoh
March 16, 2023
It’s not just our kids that are getting the back to school jitters – parents are certainly feeling it too! If
Gaming 101: A Parent’s Guide to Roblox, Minecraft and Fortnite
Elaine Yeoh
February 24, 2023
Can’t keep up with the multitude of online games flooding the market? If you’re a bewildered parent who just wants
Ask The Expert with Ms Janice Cho: Feeding and Nutrition for Kids
Elaine Yeoh
February 17, 2023
Do you remember what your morning meals were as kids, mamas? If you were like many of us, your breakfast
Ask the Expert with Ms Riza bt Alwi: Adoption with OrphanCare
Elaine Yeoh
December 19, 2022
Mamas or mamas-to-be, are you considering adoption, or would you like to understand a little bit (or a lot) more
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