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
The kids in our family ‘talk back’ by our ‘Asian standards’. Scene 1: Mom is desperate to convince the reluctant eight year old to learn Mandarin. The unwilling kid ‘talks
Our second baby came as a surprise. I got pregnant just when our first born turned 15 months old. I told myself that I was a pro at this whole
From vigorous head shaking and nose picking to stripping naked in public and having imaginary friends, these toddler traits are common and perfectly normal.
Ever wanted to teach your toddler how to appreciate art or take her to an art gallery, but didn’t know where to start? It is not as difficult or daunting
As your toddler enters the ‘I can do it myself’ stage, here’s how to capitalise on that independent streak and encourage them to feed themself.
With the help of paediatrician Dr. Lim Kia Suan from Joycare Pediatrics, find out how to recognise constipation in your toddler, why it might be happening, and what you can do about it.
Getting your child to listen doesn’t have to be a battle. Here are 10 ways to teach your toddler the skills they need to be a great listener.
Are you a mom with several young children? Want more time for yourself? Michelle Lim-Chua shares her secret to setting a “Nap Time” that will work for you.
Dinnertime doesn’t have to be dreadful! Follow these simple alternative, healthier versions of original recipes – kids (and even adults) won’t know the difference!
While a child’s growth may seem to slow during the toddler years, it’s still very important to have a balanced diet. Senior clinical dietician Wendy Yeow shares what a tot needs to eat on a daily basis.
What happens when a vivacious, slightly dramatic 7-year-old tries her hand at fasting for the very first time?
Ever had one of those incidents where your two-year-old tot decided to have a tantrum in public? Development psychologist Siew Ju Li offers ways of handling these meltdown moments.
Zan Azlee wants his daughter to grow up and be intelligent, outspoken and witty. But he doesn’t want her to become a smart alec!
Sharing is caring, but a little one’s natural impulse is to hang on to his or her stuff. Here are a few tips on teaching children to share.
Broccoli is packed with fiber, nutrients and natural goodness. From pizza to cheesy bites, here are 10 great recipes that will make it easier for you to feed your tots broccoli.
This year, in conjunction with World Digestive Health Day on May 29, we shine the spotlight on a common gastrointestinal complaint amongst kids: constipation. Here’s the low down on what causes constipation in your child, and what you can do to prevent it.
Zan Azlee and his wife are excitedly pregnant with their second child, and it seems that their four-year-old daughter is too. But does she really know what’s going on?
Pacifier, binkie, dummy, puting or whatever it’s called in your house can be a life-saver. But all good things must come to an end. Here are 12 ways to help your child give up the pacifier.
Need some healthy snack ideas? Try these the next time your toddler is hankering for a bite to eat.
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