Malaysia’s 2025 Academic Calendar and School Holidays: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
byThe academic year in Malaysia for 2025 offers a structured schedule divided into three terms, with designated holidays for students to rest and rejuvenate….
Children
In no time, your baby has grown up and he is a preschooler now. Even though it is not obligatory for parents to send their children to preschool, some children below the age of six have begun their preschool education as preparation to enter the schooling system. Here you’ll get the information before sending your children to the preschool.
Ensuring Childcare Safety in Malaysia: Understanding Childcare Regulations and Best Practices
byThe tragic passing of a 4 month old baby at an unregistered childcare centre has sent shockwaves through the parenting community in Malaysia. While…
Braces Vs Aligners: What’s the Best Way to Straighten Your Kid’s Smile
bySo, you want to straighten up your kids teeth but you’re not sure what the best option is? First of all, you need to…
Expert Sheds Light on Parents’ Guide to Immune Deficiencies in Children
byImmune deficiencies are conditions where the body’s defence system is not able to fight off infections and diseases. It is often a serious lifelong…
How to Boost Your Child’s Emotional Intelligence
byBeing smart is important, but being smart with your emotions is even more so, especially in this stressful, fast-paced world. It is so easy…
2025 Parenting Resolutions: Simple Steps to Be a Better Parent This Year
byHappy New Year, mummies and daddies! This year, parents in Malaysia are keeping it real with their resolutions. Scrolling through TikTok, laughing at IG…
Think Twice Before Sharing That Photo: How Malaysian Parents Are Protecting Their Kids Online
byThe topic of ‘sharenting’ isn’t new. It’s been debated countless times before. Yet, in today’s hyper connected digital age, its importance has only grown, making…
Gen Beta: The Rise of a New Generation
byIt seems only yesterday that the world was making a fuss about the birth of Gen Alphas, babies born between 2010 to 2024. These…
How to Quickly Cool Your Mouth Down from Spicy Foods
bySome of us may derive a little pleasure from pain, especially when it comes to what we eat. After all, chillies are a staple…
When Is the Right Time for Your Child’s First Smartphone?
byA couple of weeks ago, my five-year-old came home from a movie night with his friends, his face lit up with excitement and curiosity….
The Hidden Danger: How to Spot Red Flags in Trusted Adults Around Your Children
byYou know those moments when your little one is running around in endless circles, giggling away, and your heart feels like it could burst…
6 Things Parents Secretly Sacrifice for Their Kids
byParenthood and sacrifice go hand-in-hand. There’s simply no way around it. Even if you’re wealthy and can afford all the best maids, private chefs,…
Weekend Side Works You Can Do With Your Kids
byWe always tell our kids to save money and to spend wisely. But what if there are more money lessons to be taught, ones…
Influenza B: How to Keep Your Kids Healthy When School Is Back in Session
bySo, school’s out for now, and we’re all breathing a sigh of relief from those rushed mornings. The holidays are a great time for…
5 Children’s Books That Teach Your Kids About Sacrifice
bySacrifice is a part of our lives, whether we do it for others, or for ourselves. The act of giving up something we own…
Mastering Mealtime Mayhem: Top 10 Must-Haves for Busy Parents
byBabies are not born with table manners wired into their brains. Mealtime etiquette takes time and patience to cultivate. Until then, as a parent,…
How to Support Your Children’s Health and Wellbeing During Exam Seasons
byFrom the moment our little ones wobble into their first steps, we’re on a mission to give them the brightest future possible. We memorise…
Empowering Families: Tackling Neglect and Building a Supportive Future for Malaysia’s Children
byI recently stumbled upon a reel that struck hard. It said, “We are raising the person we cannot live without to learn how to…
Dangers of Social Media for Children
byThe digital revolution of the 21st century gave us such technological miracles as the computer, the Internet, smart phones and, of course, social media….
Will Malaysian Preschools Secretly Build the Superheroes of Tomorrow?
byAs parents, we all want the best for our kids, right? We dream of them growing up to be confident, capable individuals who can…
How to Care for Eczema-Prone Skin in Children
byChildhood eczema can be debilitating, uncomfortable, and sometimes even downright painful, for both parent and child. The condition causes itchy, leathery skin that can…
5 Eczema-Causing Ingredients That May Be Triggering Your Baby’s Flare-ups
byChildhood eczema can be triggered by so many things: food, weather, temperature, pollution and yes even things like lotions and detergent. While more young…
7 Ways to Avoid Miscommunication In the Family
byDisagreements, conflict and quarrelling happens in every family. That is just what naturally happens when you live with other people in such close quarters….
The Importance of Cultural Sensitivity: How to Raise a Global Thinker
byHumans have evolved on various continents over thousands of years in various tribes, communities and civilisations. We have formed cities and nations, and created…
Why Is My Child So Secretive?
byWe all have skeletons in our closets. Misdemeanors, white lies, sins of the past. There are so many things that we keep to ourselves…
How to Help Your Kids with Motion Sickness
byEveryone gets motion sickness. Whether you’re riding in a car, taking a train, or, yes, even walking down the street. We all know the…
Daddy Talks: How I Encourage My Daughter to Attend Kindergarten Daily
byAs a work-at-home dad, making the daily school run seem enjoyable for my daughter posed an interesting challenge. Try as I might, coaxing her…
How to Have Incredible Conversations with Your Kids
byMost children are not intellectually ready for philosophical discussions or profound debates about life, reality, and the universe. Unless they somehow have savant syndrome….
Onlooker Play: A Critical Step in Child Development
byOnlooker play marks a specific phase in a child’s development where the observation of play becomes a form of participation on its own. This…
Fostering Independence: How Montessori Play Empowers Kids
byHey, mummies! Let’s chat about something we all want for our little ones – independence. And no, I’m not talking about getting some peace…
How to Instil a Healthy Attitude About Exercise in Your Kids
byLet’s be honest, some children don’t really care about exercise. Sure, they jump and run around during playtime, but that’s all for fun. Sports…
8 Phrases to Avoid When Kids Have Anxiety
byAnxiety is experienced by everyone, man, woman and even child. It creeps in on us during highly stressful life events, especially when we least…
Artificial Intelligence: Is Your Child Friends with a Robot?
byWhat if you could have your very own friend that you can carry around in your pocket? This is no ordinary friend, of course….
VR Vs Real Life: How Online Gaming Can Affect Your Child’s Development
byMummies, you’ve probably seen this sight: your kid, on the computer or smartphone, playing online games at any given time. Online gaming has become…
Why You Should Get Your Child into Journaling
byWe all grew up watching The Princess Diaries, Bridget Jones and Harriet the Spy. Well, most of us. Younger parents may not remember these…
How to Teach Your Children to Understand Good and Bad Sugars to Make Healthy Food Choices
byEmpowering children to understand the difference between good and bad sugars is an essential part of modern parenting. Today’s kids are incredibly curious and…
Is Your Child Secretly Addicted to Sugars?
byHey parents, do you find yourself wondering if your child’s sweet cravings are more than just a phase? Don’t worry. It’s common for kids…
Unlock Your Child’s Health: The Secret to Beating Childhood Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes
byAs parents, we all want the best for our children. We dream of seeing them grow up healthy, happy, and full of energy. But…
The Value and Benefits of Teaching Children to Garden
byThere are numerous outdoor activities that your children can participate in. But, did you know that gardening is one of the best? It offers…
How to Encourage Your Child’s Creativity Through Their Artwork
byArt is a quintessential part of our childhood; it’s one of the first ways we express our imagination, emotion, and creativity. Some kids may…
The Lost Art of Doing Less: Embracing Minimalist Parenting
byEver since Marie Kondo’s Spark Joy boomed in popularity back in 2016, almost everyone has tried their hand at being a ‘minimalist’. From winnowing…
7 Benefits of Allowing Children to Make Their Own Decisions
byWe can’t escape the fact that as parents, we believe we know what’s best for our children. As a result, allowing our young children…
The Sound Chart: Why It’s Better to Teach by Sound Than Name
bySometimes, teaching kids to learn their alphabet can be a difficult task. It’s another thing to think about teaching them to read and spell….
Here’s Why You Should Never Leave Your Child In the Car Unsupervised
byYou may have heard the horror stories. Parents forgetting their kids in the car after a day of shopping. Kids being rushed to the…
Probiotics and Kids: A Fun Guide to Better Digestion
byAh, constipation – the uninvited guest that loves to crash the party in your child’s tummy. It sneaks in, making everyone a bit uncomfortable,…
Are You Giving Your Child the Nutrition They Need to Thrive?
byEvery parent wants the best for their children, especially when it comes to their growth and development. But with so many options on the…
5 Ways to Nurture a Young Artist
byEvery child immediately becomes an artist the moment they pick up their first crayon and start scribbling on the walls. Humans are born with…
Raising Your Kids Right: How to Be A Successful Parent
byWe all want what’s best for our children, but sometimes that’s easier said than done. We may have been guilty of bad parenting every…
Going Green: Teaching Your Kids About Sustainability
byYoung children may not yet have the capacity to conceptualise things like global warming. They may know nothing about carbon footprints or environmental pollution….