World Down’s Syndrome Day 2024: End the Stereotypes
Li-Hsian
March 22, 2024
My almost 11-year-old daughter, Isha, has Down’s Syndrome. I shared Isha’s story and diagnosis publicly for the first time here
Parenthood
My Story: Navigating friendships as a neurodivergent adult
Editorial
February 13, 2023
As a neurodivergent adult, meeting up with friends can be challenging. The ‘simple’ act of getting into a car, driving
My Story: The Wins, Woes and Worries of a Spectrum Mum
Editorial
January 26, 2022
The twelfth day of the twelfth month of 2020 rerouted the course of my life. My daughter, Emma, was formally
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
Helping Friendships Survive Parenthood
Kimberly Lee
June 4, 2019
Carefree nights out. Adventurous trips away. Work-related wins and woes. My childhood girlfriends’ excited chatter washed over me, near strangers
A Peek Into The World of a Stay-At-Home Parent
Dessy Barnaby
July 16, 2018
Deciding to become a stay-at-home parent can literally turn whole lives around. Yet as they say, ‘Something’s gotta give!’ and
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
I have that thing that Kate Middleton has
Editorial
December 6, 2017
Every time the British royal family announced Kate Middleton’s previous pregnancies, it was always coupled with news that she was
Sanity-preserving tips for solo parenting
Editorial
December 4, 2017
Parenting is a hard gig. Parenting solo, whether it be due to a death of a partner, separation, or for
My Story: 3 Unexpected Things I Learned as a New School Parent
Editorial
October 30, 2017
When my eldest son finally started school around the age of four, I felt as though I’d been promoted
The best advice I’ve heard as a new parent
Editorial
October 27, 2017
If there’s a any time in your life where people feel compelled to generously give out unsolicited but well-meaning advice,
[Interview] Fatimah Abu Bakar: Trust Your Instincts, Mums
Editorial
October 3, 2017
A well-loved thespian, writer and acting coach – Fatimah Abu Bakar wears many hats to many people. But to four young women
Baby Etiquette: What New Parents Want Grandparents To Know
Editorial
August 28, 2017
Grandparents are a blessing. They often have more time and patience with grandchildren than they did with their own children.
Preparing for the Fight Against Cancer
Editorial
May 10, 2016
“This is my fourth year. One more year and I can call myself cancer-free.” Ashley Lam is good-natured in her
Daphne Iking on Motherhood, Style and Comfort
Justine Tan
November 9, 2015
The shopping spree and an exclusive interview with Daphne Iking on motherhood.
What Your Friends Without Kids Really Think
Michelle Lim-Chua
September 9, 2015
Michelle Lim-Chua talks to friends without kids what they really thought of their friends with kids.
Happy Mother’s Day, Dads
Makchic
May 8, 2015
Meet Nyla Zara, 5. This Sunday, she will be celebrating Mother’s Day with someone who is just as special and just as important. Read her story here.
4 Realistic Date Night Ideas for Busy Parents
Annabelle Josef
April 13, 2015
A romantic at heart, Annabelle loves spending time with her husband to catch up and trade stories.
She shares some of her tried and tested date night ideas.
3 Ways to Keep Your Cool Around Other People’s Little Terrors
Lai San
April 9, 2015
Have you ever lost your cool at someone else’s kid? How do you avoid doing something that you may regret later? Lai San shares some of her personal experiences and solutions.
Pakchic Says: No Sane Adult Would Suffer through a Kindergarten Concert!
Zan Azlee
November 25, 2014
Zan Azlee had to suffer through a couple of hours of uncoordinated bouncing around of a bunch of kindergarteners just so that they can build confidence.