makchic Reflections: How to Make A Fresh Start
Editorial
January 12, 2026
There is something about the month of January – signalling the start of a new year, and all the potential
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makchic’s Marvellous Christmas Gift Guide 2025
Editorial
December 8, 2025
It is officially gifting season! Browse through our curated Christmas gift guide for inspiration, ideas, and surprises for your loved
Hotels and Holiday Stays with Kids’ Clubs and Play RoomsÂ
Elaine Yeoh
December 5, 2025
[This article was first written and published on 1st June 2022 by Elaine Yeoh and has been updated by Hemala
Self-Defence Tips for Women
Editorial
November 25, 2025
25th November 2025 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, as well as the start of
Parks and Recreation: Family-Friendly Outdoor Spaces That Are Off the Beaten Path
Editorial
November 13, 2025
[This article was first published on 12th October 2021 and has been updated as at 13th November 2025 by Nuril
What Would You Like To Know About Cambridge?
Editorial
November 12, 2025
The name Cambridge immediately brings to mind prestige, tradition, and academic excellence. But what makes this world-renowned university so special,
What We Don’t See is Harming Our Children: The Smartphone Blackhole
Editorial
October 22, 2025
By Dr Tricia Yeoh and Dr Chua Sook Ning Last week saw a tragic incident that few expected in Malaysia.
What Every First-Time Parent Should Know
Elaine Yeoh
July 28, 2025
[This article was first published on 31st May 2023 and has been updated as at 28th July 2025.] Congratulations, you’re
Makchic Returnship Programme 2025: Everything You Need To Know
Irni Juliana
July 17, 2025
makchic 2024 Cohort
Voices from the Margins: How Education Empowers Refugees in Malaysia
Editorial
June 20, 2025
We should not ask a child forced to flee her home to also give up her education and her dreams
Hands-on Fathers: Top Ten Tips and Advice for New Dads, by Dads
Kimi Jamalus
June 5, 2025
[This article was first published on 7th April 2018.] Nine months have passed and it’s just a matter of time
The Great Outdoors with GIS’ Jungle School: Why learning in nature matters and what parents can do
Elaine Yeoh
May 20, 2025
[This article was first published on 17th January 2023 and has been updated as at 20th May 2025.] Generations of
How to Talk To Kids About: Difficult News
Editorial
May 19, 2025
From political changes and economic struggles, to natural disasters and racial tensions, children in Malaysia are exposed to difficult news
#makchicAndMe Mother’s Day Giveaway 2025
Editorial
May 1, 2025
Update: Winner Announcement! Congratulations to our 3 winners! Here are the winners of the #makchicAndMe Mother’s Day Giveaway 2025. Thank
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
Playground Politics: 5 Classy Ways to Manage Mean Mums
Elaine Yeoh
April 14, 2025
[This article was first published on 17th March 2023.] There’s a bully at the playground, and it’s not the kid
Top Confinement Centres in the Klang Valley
Elaine Yeoh
April 11, 2025
[This article was first published on 6th April 2023 and updated on 11th April 2025.] Many postpartum mamas are now
Raising My Boys as Feminists
Editorial
April 7, 2025
[This article was first published on 7th March 2018] I am a feminist. Loud and proud. When I got pregnant
My Story: Starting to Learn About Autism
Editorial
April 2, 2025
[This article was first published on 1st March 2018] There is no parenting book or blog that can prepare you
World Down’s Syndrome Day 2025: Improve Our Support Systems
Editorial
March 21, 2025
Documenting the ongoing journey of my almost 12-year-old daughter, Isha who has Down’s Syndrome with makchic has been a cathartic