How to talk to kids about: Sex
Kimberly Lee
September 5, 2019
Makchic’s recent edition of #MamaSecrets on sexual harassment was heartbreaking. Many shared horrifying stories of being sexually harassed at such a young
Kids
7 Newborn Sleep Tips for the Sleep-Deprived Parent
Kimberly Lee
August 19, 2019
“Sleeping like a baby“, I remember thinking mutinously to myself as I rocked my crying child, “is NOT what I thought
What you need to know before your baby arrives
Editorial
August 15, 2019
I was hugely unprepared to look after my newborn (a surprise pregnancy will do that for you). I made the
Sekolah Dalam Hospital: Schools for hospitalised children
Desiree Kaur
June 24, 2019
We constantly gripe about the state of our education system. We whine at the quality of teachers and the size
Bringing Up Body-Positive Kids
Kimberly Lee
May 15, 2019
We’ve bought into every skin brightening cream that tells us “white is the new black”. Kept up with every gravity-defying
Should Vaccination Be Mandatory?
Najmin Tajudin
April 26, 2019
I am a mother of 3 young children. I had to face many different choices when they were born. Should
The Family Internet Checklist: Keeping Your Kids’ Screen Habits Safe and Healthy
Editorial
March 21, 2019
You are a busy parent and your kids are starting to use the internet. Digital literacy has become an essential
My Story: The Unexpected Upside of Down’s Syndrome
Li-Hsian
March 21, 2019
When you are expecting a baby, you experience excitement, anticipation, a very special kind of happiness. Yet, at the back
Seven tips for soon-to-be mums who plan to breastfeed
Editorial
February 20, 2019
Organic skincare, organic food, traditional medications, essential oils, hipster apothecaries. There is no denying the trend of going back to
Makchic Reviews: Malaysia’s First Autism Friendly Mall
Desiree Kaur
February 18, 2019
Initial thoughts When I first heard about Sunway Putra Mall’s Autism Friendly Shopping Day, I was quite skeptical. My son,
April 2019: World Autism Awareness Month
Editorial
February 10, 2019
In conjunction with World Autism Awareness Month, here is a compilation of makchic’s current and past articles on autism. 1.
5 Tips for Travelling (to Perth) with 5-Year-Olds
Li-Hsian
February 2, 2019
We took our five-year-old twins to Perth in Western Australia recently. Many people tend to pass over it as a
10 Places To Shop For Children’s Chinese New Year Outfits 2019
Su Ning
January 11, 2019
Before this, cheongsams and samfus for kids were mostly available in Chinatown, not exactly the most ideal shopping destination, especially
Giving Vitamins To Children: Tips to Note
Editorial
December 22, 2018
Some parents worry about their children not getting enough well balanced meals. Others may be on vegetarian or vegan diets,
Decoding Dyslexia: Common Misconceptions
Desiree Kaur
December 14, 2018
Maria Montessori said, “The child builds his inmost self out of the deeply held impressions he receives.” Therefore, a ‘labelled’
Tips and Tools for Starting Solids Successfully
Editorial
December 12, 2018
Starting solids is an exciting experience for both baby and parents. Children who have early experiences of eating well, will
5 Things To Try If Your Child Is Super Fussy With Food
Editorial
November 28, 2018
What to do with your fussy eater of a child? If you’re a stressed out parent, here are some tips
Top Things New Mums Should Know About Breastfeeding
Editorial
November 26, 2018
Having breastfed both my daughters (my youngest, for 21 months and my eldest, for 15 months), I know first-hand that
Babywearing Tips & Pretty Diaper Bags from Moby x Petunia
Anne Aeria
November 5, 2018
How were babies ‘worn’ by their mothers during the old days? I am sure many of us have seen or
Could your child have a growth problem?
TK Letchumy
October 22, 2018
Your little boy or girl seems to be a happy child. He or she is healthy, growing well and doing