How to talk to kids about: Money
Editorial
January 25, 2023
Let’s face facts – teaching your children about money is tough. Children learn from the way you treat them and
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Tips to keep the spark alive after kids
Editorial
October 31, 2022
Romance, post-kids? We hear many parents scoffing with knowing laughter. Gone are the days of mindless gazing into each other’s
Conversation Prompts To Get the Kids Talking
Elaine Yeoh
November 22, 2021
“Hi sweetheart! How was your day?” “Good.” End of conversation. Meaningful communication is key to any successful relationship, while also
Easy, Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costumes for Kids that Won’t Break the Bank
Elaine Yeoh
October 26, 2021
It’s that time of the year when parents are entrusted to prepare the most spooktacular costumes in town. But if
5 Tips for Teaching Our Kids How to Love and Respect their Grandparents
Elaine Yeoh
October 1, 2021
Respect your elders. Many of us grew up with this as a principal family motto. As with most Asian countries,
Sibling Rivalry: Positive Ways to Keep the Peace at Home
Elaine Yeoh
July 15, 2021
Lockdown mode equals lots of fun family time, right? Not so. For many of us, war is breaking out between
Father’s Day Gift Ideas During Lockdown
Editorial
June 15, 2021
Movement Control Order (MCO) or not, the dads in your life deserve something special. If you haven’t planned anything for
4 Reasons Why I Fight In Front of My Kids. Guilt Free.
Elaine Yeoh
January 29, 2021
Never fight in front of your kids! This age-old advice given to parents paints a pretty unrealistic picture of married
Simple tips to raise eco-friendly kids
Editorial
January 5, 2021
We spend a lot of time and effort during our children’s early years instilling proper values and manners, honing their
5 Tips For Organising Your Kids’ Toys
Editorial
October 1, 2020
If our children had it their way, we’d all be buried in a sea of Barbies and Legos by now.
How to talk to kids about: Death
Kimberly Lee
August 13, 2020
There are few things in this world more difficult than the death of a loved one – and fewer things
Side Hustle: Supplementing your income during tough times
Editorial
July 23, 2020
Most of our favourite shops and restaurants have reopened after the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) announcement. But sadly, not
What happens after a divorce?
Nadia Azhar
July 16, 2020
Your divorce is final, your assets divided, papers signed, and you’ve talked to your children about how things will change.
How to talk to kids about: Divorce
Nadia Azhar
July 9, 2020
You and your partner have both decided to divorce, but have either of you given any thoughts on how to
Gift ideas for Dads, by a Dad
Editorial
June 19, 2020
“Abah, Happy Father’s Day!” “What’s this?” my father asked. “It’s a necktie. I bought it with Mak,” says an 8-year-old
Tips to keep kids healthy
Editorial
June 1, 2020
Here, we share tips on what you can do to keep your kids healthy. 1. Instil healthy habits Don’t stress
How do I make my child sleep?
Editorial
April 26, 2020
Having children and sleepless nights seem to go hand in hand. In a recent sharing session we conducted on makchic’s
10 tips to make reading a fun feature at home
Nadia Azhar
April 3, 2020
With the rapid-fire spread of the coronavirus, the whole world has been advised to stay home. Our daily lives have
Tips for Hiking with Kids
Editorial
January 26, 2020
A recent study suggested that spending at least 120 minutes in nature each week could help you be healthier and
Tips to Surviving Twins
Editorial
July 22, 2019
The best advice if you’re expecting twins will come from parents who have been there and are still doing it. You
