Let’s face it—adulting is tough! Without certain life skills (hello, resilience!) to help us tackle life’s challenges, we probably wouldn’t be where we are today. The same goes for our
In a blink of an eye, the time has come for your sweet child to enter primary school. The school chosen will prove to be one of your best investments
School isn’t just about textbooks, tests, and academics! It’s also about the valuable life lessons that come with the learning process. From teamwork and time-management, to learning how to respect
Life can be tough – and it’s no different for our kids! From dealing with school pressure, to navigating friendships, there are plenty of challenges that our kids face on
I don’t know! Please just be quiet for a second!” If you’ve ever found yourself on the verge of exploding in the face of the 1001 questions thrown your way
In 2019, makchic contributor Li-Hsian Choo shared her daughter Isha’s story publicly for the first time, regarding Isha’s diagnosis of Down’s Syndrome. Since then, she has had several shifts in her personal perspectives
During the dark days of Covid lockdown, we had to stay home with our unvaccinated toddler. Worried about her development during the pandemic, my innate ‘tiger’ mum-sense kicked in –
Generations of children before have had the opportunity to spend most of their time exploring the wonders of nature- gaining experiences and life skills by playing among the jungles, rivers,
‘I’m starting to sound just like my mother!’ Anyone hearing snippets of your own mother’s voice when relating to your own children? Whether it’s a parenting style you would love
You pick your kids up from school, they get buckled in the car – and the storytelling begins (with no end in sight for those of us with little chatterboxes)! Humankind’s
If you are a time-strapped mama, or are cracking your head over activities that are both entertaining and educational, look no further! Yes, there are a ton of enrichment classes to
Like many parents, I was anxious at the start of the pandemic about how my children’s learning would be negatively impacted by all the lockdowns and school closures. However, we
A parent’s nightmare – a week-long school holiday with no travel plans (my 10-year-old, Lucas, had yet to complete his Covid-19 vaccination) and work deadlines looming! Thankfully, the We Can
Kids fight. Period. Having a fall out is a normal part of friendship, be it with their siblings, classmates, or next door neighbours. Yes, it may be hurt us to
We went into the wilderness just for you mamas, and checked out the exciting events at Sunway Putra Mall’s Nature Kidventure extravaganza! Happening from 25th February 2022 to 20th March
With the inevitable rise of screen consumption (thanks, Covid!), and the development of increasingly innovative tablets and apps to meet today’s demands, we understand how important it is for families
School’s out soon (again)! Wondering (or panicking?) about how you’re going to keep the kiddos entertained and busy over the holidays? Visit Sunway Putra Mall from 25th February 2022 to 20th March
Science (and STEM) is not a boy’s game, it’s not a girl’s game. It’s everyone’s game.’ – Nichelle Nichols Society has come a long way in terms of gender equality, but
We live in a pivotal age of innovation, advancement and technology. Skills deemed as crucial in the past are now often categorised as obsolete. The 21st century child has to be
The brain can be likened to a well-coordinated orchestra, performing different functions, all in perfect timing. So how can we make sure that our child’s brain plays to its full
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