Children sprawled on the floor, or hunched over a low table doing their schoolwork. Cue the fidgeting and complaints of backaches (sound familiar, #makchicmumsquad?). Creating a conducive study space is
[This article was first written and published on 28th June 2022 by Elaine Yeoh and has been updated by Hemala Devaraj.] Baby on the way (or a birthday party to
Get ready for an experiential surprise like no other! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey with L.O.L. Surprise!™ Malaysia, as they celebrate their fierce and fabulous 1st Birthday Celebration, at
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
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
In a world where remote learning has become the norm, tablets have become an indispensable device for people across the ages. Even the youngest amongst us are using tablets for
So you’ve got your main gifts sorted out this year (well done, you!) – but if you’re still searching for stocking stuffer ideas, or something that might well be the
I watched The Story of Stuff about 15 years ago. Statistics and its American-centric point of view aside, this short 20-minute video struck me. Earth can no longer sustain humanity’s
As happy as we are that we can finally dress up and visit actual stores, online shopping is still a life saver for many busy mamas! Read on for some
Teenage life today is very different from what it was 10 or 20 years ago. Parents are trying to keep up with an increasingly changing digital world. And let’s not
“Pandemic fatigue” is a phrase now firmly entrenched in our everyday lexicon. As parents, we find ourselves struggling to stay afloat. Unfortunately, our kids can often wind up in a
Do you always catch your Gen Z-er dancing or lip-syncing in front of their phones? Chances are they are shooting a video for TikTok. What is TikTok you might ask? We
Digital technology today is here to stay. We’ve seen the ways it can enhance our quality of life. However, we’ve also seen its dark side – from the evils of cyberbullying
You are a busy parent and your kids are starting to use the internet. Digital literacy has become an essential part of a child’s development now more than ever, but
If we recall our childhood, most of us must remember having crayons somewhere in the house. They may have been broken to pieces – alas! – but there were always
Barbie is no stranger to millions around the globe – since 1959 it has been bringing joy to children as Mattel’s best-selling doll. But what has the brand been up to
“Mummy, I want to do a toy review.” “Ok. Go ahead.” “But I need the camera, mummy.” As my wife and I laughed, it occurred to us that this was
Christmas is approaching, but are you still struggling to find presents for the kids? If you’re anything like me, you might be finding yourself overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of
My father was a wise man and in many ways, he foresaw the future and made provisions for my mother when he was diagnosed with cancer, right down to choosing
Whether it’s cardboard or blankets, a playhouse is a perfect way to keep little imaginations busy when they are stuck indoors. Here are 10 awesome DIY playhouses.
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