Moms Share: Living Under One Roof with My Mother-in-Law
byIs there any recommendable “how to live with your mother-in-law” book around? Cause I live under the same roof with my mine. When I…
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Everyone understands that parenting is not as easy as it seems. Being a parent is challenging. It is a process of promoting the physical, emotional, and social development of our children from the day they were born to a lifetime. Despite all the challenges and difficulties you have to endure, don’t ever regret being a parent. You will be happy when you see your children happy, grow up healthy, and successful. You will feel proud and happy as well! The sweetness of parenting goes a long way and it will stay for a lifetime. For the best parenting tips and stories, stay tuned at this page!
Discipline: How to Say ‘No’ to Your Children
byFamily discipline is a central part of family life where it focuses on teaching children how to behave and about how their behaviours will…
Questions And Answers 101 – Ask Our Experts
byWhether it’s your first time or your second time. Being a mum simply means there are so much you have to know about your…
Are You Financially Ready For Another Baby?
byBeing mentally and physically prepared for another baby is one thing. But what about being financially ready for it? For you to conceive another…
This New TGV Family Friendly Hall is Perfect for A Movie Date With The Kids
byAs a parent with the little one, I myself cannot remember the last time I went to the cinema. I don’t want to bring…
7 Reasons Why Your Toddler is Throwing Tantrums and How to Handle It
byYou don’t understand why it’s happening. He has had a nap, had his biscuits and Milo too and was quietly playing with his stack…
When Mum is Used as a Pacifier: How to Stop Your Child from Comfort Nursing
byWhen breastfeeding is used ─ not as food ─ but as a pacifier to calm toddler tantrums or to soothe him to sleep, that…
Peel Shallots, Onions, Ginger, Turmeric faster than you can say ‘Save Time In The Kitchen’
byAfter garlic comes the other basic ingredients you’d have to peel before they can be popped into the wok as your base ingredients for…
Looking To Buy A Home? 5 Reasons Why Families in Malaysia Should Rent To Own
byIn the last article on housing for families in Malaysia, Rent To Own (RTO) schemes may be the answer to bridge the chasm between…
Buy or Rent? A Housing Dilemma for Families in Malaysia
byNow that your kids have come along and your current house is getting cramped, you’re thinking of moving to a new home. There are…
5 Guidelines for Working Mums to Own a Home in Malaysia
byMums have a lot of say when it comes to purchasing a home for the family. In Malaysia, most mums work and earn, contributing…
5 Important Vehicle Checks Before Leaving On Your Balik Kampung Trip
byHari Raya is all about meeting up with family and loved ones. For many, this means the yearly “balik kampung” trip. However, before you…
Touching Mother’s Day Tribute From New Mother, Meghan Markle
byAs the world honoured mothers on Mother’s Day yesterday, so did the royal couple with their royal baby in their new role as royal…
How To Prepare Your Daughter For Her First Period
byGetting your first period can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. As a parent, there are a few things you can do…
Stylish Curtains That Brighten Up Your Home
byOne quick and easy way to spruce up your home is to switch out your carpets and curtains. You will be surprised by how…
5 Colours Trends to Repaint Your House for Hari Raya
byBright and vibrant? Or calm and relaxing? For the desired mood in your home, it’s important to choose the perfect tone of paint for…
5 Good Health Habits that Can Help in Preventing Flu
byMaintaining proper hygiene habits is important, especially when it comes to your little one. Every day, we come into contact with all sorts of…
Dress Up Your Floors with These Trendy Carpets
byThe festive period is the perfect time to spruce up your home. With Hari Raya coming up, your home will soon be filled with…
Give Your Baby’s Room a Beautiful Makeover
byWant your little one’s room to not only be comfortable, but also stylish and modern? Here are some baby nursery decor trends you absolutely…
Managing Your Anger When You’re Mad at Your Child
byEvery parent has gotten angry at their child. Life is full of endless sources of stress. From paying off loans, to appointments at work,…
Ways To Raise A Son Who Respects Women
byThere have been more and more cases about sexual harassment or violence we hear about on the news lately. With the #MeToo movement, it…
Signs Of An Overprotective Parent
byIt is understandable that parents are concerned about their children, which can only mean they love their children. However, too much of anything is…
The Importance Of Parental Involvement In Education
byMost parents should already know by now the importance of parental involvement in their child’s education. Unfortunately, many parents are either unwilling or too…
Watch This Multi-Award Winning Autistic-Savant Pianist Play (Videos)
byClarence Kang ─ Malaysia’s autistic-savant pianist ─ needs no introduction to the world of fame, glitter and prodigy. Written about and televised in almost…
The Importance Of Father-Daughter Relationship
byThe father-daughter relationship is very important for a girl as it affects her in many ways. A father’s influence in his daughter’s life can…
How To Make Sure Your Kids Stay Awake In Class
byHave you ever been so sleepy to the point that you could immediately fall straight to sleep if your eyelids just fall shut? This…
Breakthrough for Autism Awareness: M’sia Awakens To Those With ASD
byAutism awareness in Malaysia has witnessed a breakthrough. On 26 March 2019, seven days before World Autism Awareness Day celebrated on April 2 every…
Waking The Kids Up For School
byOne of the biggest struggles for most parents is waking the kids up for school. The children will always find it difficult to wake…
Should You Let Your Teen Date
byMost Asian parents are against their teenagers getting into relationships and would prefer them focusing on their studies. Well, that is a very rational…
Why Some Fathers and Sons Don’t Get Along
byFathers are often the ones who are strict with the sons while mothers are the nurturing ones who would be more understanding. This may…
The Pros And Cons Of Living With In-Laws
byAs Asians, it is completely normal to move in with the parents-in-law after marriage. This is because, in our culture, the eldest sons are…
Why Mothers Are So Important To Us
byWe may not notice it but no matter how much we’ve grown, we will still be babies in our mother’s eyes. We also may…
Don’t Hide, Help is at Hand with Early Intervention at Kiwanis Down Syndrome Foundation
byEarly intervention is key when it comes to children with Down Syndrome as they are born with delayed cognitive and motor development. Providing such…
Children Living With Divorced Parents
byWhen two people decide to get a divorce, it seems like everything only revolves around both of them. Some parents tend to forget about…
The Journey of Soraya: When Down Syndrome Inspires Lives and Perspectives
bySoraya is a spunky little girl. And a busy one at that. At three and a half years old, her timetable is packed. Every…
Fun Activities For The School Holidays: A Cruise Trip
byThe school holidays are approaching and you’re thinking of planning something different for the kids this time? Have you and your children experienced going…
Enjoy The School Holidays By Discovering The Ocean With Aquaria KLCC
byHave your kids been to an oceanarium before? Though there are quite a few numbers of oceanariums in Malaysia, Aquaria KLCC provides a lot…
The Good And Bad Of Marrying A Younger Man
byIn Asian culture, most women would prefer marrying a man older than them. It’s extremely rare to hear a woman say, “I dream of…
Modern Parenting: Treat Your Kids Like Friends
byModern parenting is very different from traditional or helicopter parenting. This method is where you treat your kids like friends while balancing between being…
The Love-Hate Relationship Between Siblings
byHave you ever hated your sibling so much, you wanted to kill them but love them so much, you can’t live without them? Most…
How to Introduce Your Child to the New Baby
byHaving a new addition to the family can be a very exciting time. It is vital to ensure all members of the family are…
Tips To Maintain A Good Relationship After Having Children
byThe relationship between husband and wife may grow distant with the arrival of kids. Being happily married to her husband for 24 years now,…
What Parents Can Do To Bring Siblings Closer
bySiblings fight and argue all the time, it is very normal and may occur on a daily basis. It gets very frustrating for parents…
A Valentine’s Day Special: When Love Goes Colour Blind
byLove. It transcends geographical boundaries, culture, race and religion. In multi-cultural Malaysia where mixed marriages are not uncommon, one can see the trend rising…
Financial Shocks of Child Raising Revealed: Experts Suggest Budget Strategies
byWe know they will need care. We know they will be another mouth to feed. But the reality about how much they will need…
Parents Shouldn’t Force Children To Be Vegetarian
byParents who are vegetarian may think that this would be the best diet for their children as well. However, parents shouldn’t force children to…
Managing A Demanding Child
bySome kids can be so bossy and entitled, I’m sure we’ve all come across children like this. Is your child also like this? If…
How Age Gap Affects Sibling Relationships
byYou may not believe it but age difference can affect relationships between siblings. If you want to know how age gap affects sibling relationships,…
How To Make Your Stubborn Child Listen: Reverse Psychology
byMaking your stubborn child listen to you might just be one of the most difficult things ever. Most parents are likely to go through…