Should schools reopen?
Editorial
October 3, 2021
[Disclaimer: This piece was written before the recent announcement about the Klang Valley and Melaka moving into Phase 3 of the National
News & Issues
What the Research Says: How can we stop the spread of misinformation?
Editorial
September 23, 2021
I have done a lot of my own research on this topic.” Younger people nowadays think you know more than
Starting Family Conversations about Dementia with “Mist-Bound: How to Glue Back Grandpa”
Li-Hsian
September 21, 2021
“Eyes, she had been told, are windows to the soul. Were his windows just misted over? Was Grandpa actually inside,
“It’s been almost a year!”: 5 Big Questions for our Education Ministry
Kimberly Lee
January 18, 2021
The lost year of 2020. That’s what they’re calling it. We’ve seen months of disrupted schooling. A decline in learning
What Malaysians Must Remember about S. Pavithra
Editorial
July 30, 2020
She has a new video on making delicious mutton dalca, and as far as her fans are concerned, all is well
How to talk to kids about: Race
Uma
June 9, 2020
Recognise biases, expand your child’s worlds, and educate yourself.
Navigating The Time of Coronavirus as a Teacher and Mum
Laych Koh
May 16, 2020
Ten days ago I was asked by makchic editor Liyana if I would write an article for Teacher’s Day. Being
Single and Vulnerable Mothers Struggling to Survive
Editorial
April 28, 2020
Imagine having just RM8 left to your name, sick children to look after, and you are unable to leave the
Trust Schools Programme: Preparing our Children for the 21st Century
Editorial
February 19, 2020
I started the school year riddled with anxiety. As a first time mum, I was overwhelmed by it all. The
Understanding the role of doulas
TK Letchumy
April 11, 2019
Utilising the service of doulas in a birthing process is a fairly common practice in western countries like the United
Women’s Day 2019: What Mums Can Do To Support #BalanceForBetter
Laych Koh
March 8, 2019
All my life, I always envisioned myself as a mum to daughters. But I’m now a proud mother of two
We Rock The Spectrum: Making Occupational Therapy Accessible
Desiree Kaur
February 27, 2019
Imagine a one-stop place lovingly and specially created to provide affordable therapy, support and play for children with autism. We
Sea Life Malaysia to debut in mid-2019
Ayuni A.
January 21, 2019
An aquarium in Legoland might sound a little bit off-theme to some, but get ready for just that! Sea Life Malaysia is
#MalaysiaBaru’s Education Policy. What’s in store?
TK Letchumy
January 10, 2019
With a new government installed after the 14th General Election, it is natural to expect massive overhauls and changes from bottom
Here’s What You Should Know About HFMD
TK Letchumy
August 11, 2018
In recent times, the Hand Foot Mouth Disease (HMFD) has been raising concern throughout the country, with increasing number of
Dear Minister: A Letter from the mothers of Malaysia
Editorial
July 30, 2018
To our Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail. Dear Datuk Seri, We are
What’s Barbie Been Up To?
Editorial
July 10, 2018
Barbie is no stranger to millions around the globe – since 1959 it has been bringing joy to children as Mattel’s
Post-Election Euphoria – Apa Lagi Parents Mahu?
Tze Yeng
July 6, 2018
The euphoria felt by many Malaysians post-elections is transforming into a spirit of rebuilding the nation. Here are some issues
A New Malaysia: Where do Women and Politics Come In?
Tze Yeng
May 22, 2018
With election fever still lingering on, have you been noticing more Malaysians talking about politics than ever before? And against
Why Mums and Dads Need to Vote on 9 May 2018
Tze Yeng
April 24, 2018
The first time I ever voted was 2 B.C (Before Children) in 2008. Ten years on, now as a parent