He treated her like an adult and made her feel special. Their ‘special connection’ involved her receiving gifts and treats, but what began as hugs and tickles slowly became more.
Every Monday morning, a vibrant group of women stride into the Breast Cancer Welfare Association (BCWA) office, radiating warmth and optimism. This lively crew, known as the Thimble Thumbs team,
Are your kids down with the sniffles again? Could it be the flu, allergies, or Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) (a common, extremely contagious respiratory infection)? While this virus can infect
“You can’t have those sweets, or you’re going to have a toothache!” There’s so much more to our children’s dental health than avoiding candies and making sure they brush their
Do you remember what your morning meals were as kids, mamas? If you were like many of us, your breakfast options may have ranged from a daily cup of chocolate
Born and bred in the tropics? We’re certainly grateful for round-the-clock sunny days (especially when paired with the sea and sand)! Still, it’s a wise idea for us parents to
The Covid-19 induced flurry of changes are hopefully abating, as life slowly eases back to some semblance of normality (albeit with added precautions) since March this year. Nevertheless, many of
Last September, we shared with you 6 Basic First Aid Skills to Teach Your Child. This year, in conjunction with World First Aid Day, we’re highlighting 6 essential first aid skills
Children of all ages love water. Even young babies, who have not yet learned to crawl, may move independently in a pool. Group baby and toddler swimming classes are a
We admit it, mamas- if all we hear from the kids when we offer health(ier) meal options is ‘yuck’, it’s easy to respond with threats or bribery! There’s an easier
No one has been spared. Male or female, young or old- each of us has been subjected to the drastic adjustments thrown at us over these past two years as
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
“Aiyohhh ….. No time to exercise-lah!” Hey, new mums – does this sound like you? Whilst we love our precious offspring to bits, taking care of a newborn can be
What if? is makchic‘s first picture book for children aged 3 to 8 years which delivers concepts of personal safety, consent and body boundaries through engaging rhymes and delightful Malaysian
Kissing away our kids’ painful ouchies will only take them so far! Try equipping your little ones with some basic first aid skills instead, to prepare them for future emergencies. It’s
Puberty may hit your child earlier than you think, When it does, be more prepared than me!
Parents will do whatever it takes to safeguard our children’s wellbeing – from child-proofing our homes to obsessively safety-padding our kids before their first bike ride. Similarly, we need to
You and your partner have both decided to divorce, but have either of you given any thoughts on how to break the news to your children? Separation and divorce can be
Here, we share tips on what you can do to keep your kids healthy. 1. Instil healthy habits Don’t stress if your kids are not on track with their phonics
Makchic’s recent edition of #MamaSecrets on sexual harassment was heartbreaking. Many shared horrifying stories of being sexually harassed at such a young age. Some did not even realise that what happened to
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