What Can Parents in Singapore Do with the Baby Bonus? 

Singapore Government has the Baby Bonus Scheme to help ease financial concerns for parents.

Having a baby marks a new chapter for the family. Raising kids also means an increase in expenses, and the Singapore Government has the Baby Bonus Scheme to help ease financial concerns for parents. Under this scheme, there are Baby Bonus cash gifts and contributions to the Child Development Account (CDA) to help mums and […]

15 Easy & Fun Stay Home Activities for Toddlers

Easy & Fun Stay Home Activities for Toddlers

Looking for some stay home activities for toddlers? Families in Singapore are staying home this period and some of us are taking our toddlers out of childcare or kindy in view of the coronavirus situation. We know it’s probably not all that fun to be holed up indoors all day, while juggling work from home. […]

Do you know what your child’s CDA account can be used for?

Did you know that your child’s CDA funds can be used for their early childhood education?

Welcoming a new baby marks exciting times ahead! To celebrate, the Singapore government has plans and cash gifts to help families ease their financial costs. So, what is the difference between the Child Development Account (CDA) and the Baby Bonus cash gift for babies in Singapore? Both are initiatives under the Baby Bonus Scheme. In […]

A Letter to My Mother and Sons, from the Imperfect Me

“Mother” is the first person we know when we are born, yet also the last to forget in our lifetime. Everyone has a unique story about their mother and the homes they grew up in. Mine isn’t a beautiful piece of art to admire, but now, I understand what “things happen for a reason” means. […]

Hiring A Confinement Nanny: Questions to Ask the Confinement Agency

Having an experienced and good confinement nanny can be a great help.

Having an experienced and trusted adult who knows how to take care of your newborn, and your post-natal care makes a positive difference for many mums and dads. That is the reason why many families in Singapore hire a confinement nanny to help so mama get the rest she needs. If you are currently pregnant […]

6 Outdoor Places to Explore and Learn with Your Toddlers!

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Outdoor learning offers plenty of benefits that supports our kids’ healthy development. Exploring an outdoor space gives toddlers the opportunity to explore with their senses, get their body movements going and improve their focus when playing. It also helps keep myopia at bay, especially with many kids doing near work and staying indoors in childcare […]

6 Popular Parent approved YouTube Channels for Preschoolers

Parent approved YouTube channels education videos for kids.

I will admit that my son gets his dose of parent approved YouTube. However, we stick by ensuring that he watches educational videos suitable for 3 to 4 years old. Some experts may frown when it comes to letting kids have screen time, be it the television or a tablet. Reasons include the exposure to […]

Thanks to Awesome Virtual Tours, Families Can Travel without Passports!

Thanks to Awesome Virtual Tours, Families Can Travel without Passports!

Travelling plans have been shelved since the COVID-19 outbreak. Since flying to another country for a vacation is not going to be in the calendar very soon, how can we take the kids overseas without boarding a plane? Well, we can do that virtually without any passports now! We can even head to outer space, […]

Thank you, mums. I’m inspired by you.

Thank you, mums. I’m inspired by you.

I was inspired by an introspective Chinese piece that got me thinking and appreciating much more about my life. I would like to share this piece in English and dedicate it to you – yes, YOU! Here’s to the mums who went through tons of changes in life, pushed through limits and self-doubts. Thank you […]

7 Tips Preparing Your Child for Childcare or Kindergarten To Prevent Meltdown

7 Tips on preparing your child for childcare or kindergarten.

Are you preparing your child’s first day at childcare on kindergarten? You must be feeling excited yet anxious at the same time. I understand, because that was how I felt when I was preparing my son when he started his first formal education at 17 months old. Yup, we appealed to let him enroll earlier […]