DIY Oil Lamps to Illuminate Your Home This Hari Raya
byIllumination is a key aspect of Raya celebrations in Malaysia. Family festivities and visitations can carry on well into the night. It’s always the…
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.
6 Good Reasons Why You Should Read to Your Child
byThere is no denying that reading can bring wholesome goodness into people’s lives. Reading allows people to learn and discover new things while also…
Dato’ Seri Siti Nurhaliza Gets Emotional in Message for Her Children
byDato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza is the pioneer of Malaysia’s music industry. Since she started her career more than 20 years ago, she is now…
How To Get Your Kids Excited for Tarawih
byPreparing young children for Ramadan entails a variety of daily practises. It’s not only about enthralling them with activities so that they can learn more…
AskMeDoctor! Season 4 Episode 8: Busting Common Myths on Toddlers Oral Care
byOral hygiene is something that we all know is important, but there are a lot of misconceptions about oral care that have been passed…
How to Entice Your Kids Not to Skip Sahur
byTeaching young children to fast during Ramadan is an excellent way to prepare them for the big day. As we all know, the most…
Amyra Rosli’s Daughter Recovering from Kawasaki Disease
byKawasaki disease (KD) is an illness that causes blood vessels to become inflamed, almost always among young children. If left untreated, it can cause…
Mummy Shares: My Experience Preparing My Kids to Fast During Ramadan
byAlthough Muslim children are expected to begin sawm (i.e., fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, the third pillar of Islam) when they reach…
New TV Brand ‘Cartoonito’ Encourages Young Ones to Laugh, Play & Learn
byCartoonito has arrived! It’s time for youngsters to laugh, play and learn with a brand-new selection of shows every morning on Cartoon Network (Astro…
How High Sugar Intake May Affect Cognitive Development in Children
byThere is a strong belief amongst mums, especially in social media, that high sugar intake amongst young children could lead to hyperactivity and a…
8 Trusted Ramadan Activities to Enjoy with Your Children
byRamadan begins tomorrow! While you’re busy preparing for that first day and the month ahead, don’t forget to get your little ones ready as…
Autism Vs Down Syndrome: What is the Difference?
bySome people may at times wrongly group special need kids into one general category. This could be because they might not know the difference….
Why Gardening May Benefit Your Autistic Child
byGardening has always been scientifically proven to benefit the mind and body. It can boost your mood, reduce stress, help fight disease, improve memory…
How to Support a Child with Epilepsy
byEpilepsy is a neurological condition that presents itself as seizures, and it can either be inherited or developed later in life. The onset of…
Safety Reminders As Your Children Resume School During COVID Season
byWho’s guilty of being anxious knowing that the kids must return to school face-to-face this year? Well, you’re not alone. Many parents may be…
AskMeDoctor! Season 4 Episode 6: Common Foot Conditions in Kids
byChildren experience different kinds of foot problems similar to adults. These conditions show different characteristics where some may occur more frequently in children due…
Life of a City Mummy Turned Rockin’ Goat Farmer
byWhen it comes to goat farming, not everyone from big cities can do it quite like Lydia Jominin. Also known as Datin Kambeng (because…
How Kids and Mummies Fare in the First Week of School Reopening
bySchool reopened on 21 March, marking the start of a new term for the kids. Amidst the high number of COVID-19 cases, and after…
5 Guaranteed Ways to Involve Your Children in Saving the Electricity Bills at Home
byIt is not just about money when it comes to educating our children on saving the electricity bills at home. It is also conserving…
Tips for the Anxious Parent of School Returning Children in the New Normal
byCOVID-19 is still at large, but life goes on, for better or worse. Most of us have been armed with multiple vaccine doses. Our…
Faizal Tahir Opens Up About His Daughter’s Down Syndrome Condition
byFaizal Tahir’s latest addition to his family was announced recently and we couldn’t be more excited for this singer-songwriter. The 43 year-old who is…
How to Create An Inclusive Environment For Children With Down Syndrome
byAs parents, we always hope that our children are given equal opportunities and perks in education, workspace and in the society as a whole….
How To Immerse in the English Language Without Leaving Your HomeÂ
byWhat is Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), why is it effective and how do Novakid’s online English platform teachers use this method? Content…
15 Funtastic School Holiday Activities To Keep Your Child Ecstatic
byThe school holidays are officially here and your kids must be jumping for joy! Now’s the time to make the most of their free…
Does Your Child Thrive With Compliments Or Simply Hate It?
byCompliments—doesn’t everyone just love something good said about themselves? As it turns out, not really! Some of us love compliments, whilst some of us…
AskMeDoctor! Season 4 Episode 3: Does My Child Need Glasses?
byUndetected vision problems can impact your child’s performance, both in and out of the classroom. Therefore, it’s important to understand eye health so you…
E-Learning After COVID-19: 3 Trends That Are Changing the Way Our Children Learn
byPersonalised learning supported by technology, gamification, and the collaboration of teachers and technology is shaping the future of digital education. COVID-19 is Challenging Education on…
Top 5 Dos and Don’ts of Kids’ Oral Health
byAs parents, we often look forward to milestones. Events like their first flip, their first time you hear them say ‘Mama’ or ‘Papa’, their…
Aina’s Gentle Parenting Methods and Tips for Mummies
byAs most parents know, parenting can at times be tough and challenging. When it comes to successful parenting methods and tips that work, they…
Solving the Puzzle of Your Growing Up Child’s Brain Development
byMost mums are aware of the importance of DHA in a child’s brain development. While we have approximately 100 billion brain cells, not all…
Edutainment Activities For Your Kids This School HolidaysÂ
byThe school holidays are back! This is the time when you, as parents, may be scratching your head, trying to come up with ways…
Why Toys Triumph Tech Gadgets for Kids
byChildren’s habitual of tech gadgets are somewhat common these days. They are extremely attached to gadgets compared to traditional toys like dolls, building blocks,…
4 Tips for Monolingual Parents To Raise Bilingual Children
byRaising bilingual children is not an unreachable dream—even if you and your partner only speak one language! What it needs are unwavering dedication, patience,…
Heavy Schoolbags: Let’s Help Our Children Regarding This Issue
byHeavy schoolbag issue is at its alarming rate. These past few days, various news reports by the media highlighted the same issue which seems…
Boosting Our Family’s Immune System
byIt is important to still follow the SOPs while we enter into a new kind of normal in facing this endemic. We would want…
6 Useful Tips for Mums-To-Be
byYou’ve found out that you’re now carrying a little one—congratulations! Whether you are a mother-to-be or if you’re preparing to welcome another child into…
Sibling Rivalry: How to Nip it in the Bud
bySibling rivalry is a natural occurrence in family dynamics. Kids will vie for their parent’s validation and attention like gladiators, even if it means…
Shared Learning and Communication: How Can You Keep Track of Your Child’s Learning Progress?
byAs parents, we always strive to provide the best for our children, even in terms of education. We want children to be as comfortable…
Wondering About COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Ages 5 to 11? Read On.
byWho would have thought two years ago that a global pandemic would break out, wreaking havoc around the globe and leading to the development…
Simultaneously Working and Raising a Child, Farah Waheda’s Style
byFarah Waheda is not your typical average working mum. She is a woman of many talents. Starting a blog some years ago caught the…
15 Fun Valentine’s Activities for Kids
byIt’s February, and the day of love—Valentine’s Day! While most of you are probably busy planning how to express your love for your partner,…
Childhood Asthma in the Face Of COVID-19
byAsthma is a disease that affects the airways. According to Asthma Malaysia: Asthma affects almost a quarter of all children in Malaysia and up…
Here’s How To Reset Your Kids’ COVID-19 Affected Bedtime Routines
byIf this pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that being stuck at home can severely derail your daily routine. Whether that’s mealtimes, chores, exercise,…
Yay or Nay: Posting About Your Children Online
byPosting about your children on the Internet is the privilege and prerogative of every parent. As a proud new mother, it is completely understandable…
Chinese Zodiac Forecast For 2022 – Part 2
byWhat does the Year of The Tiger hold for everyone in this coming Lunar New Year? Let’s explore the world of the Chinese Zodiac…
Chinese Zodiac Forecast For 2022 – Part 1
byWhat does the Year of The Tiger hold for everyone in this coming Lunar New Year? Let’s explore the world of the Chinese Zodiac…
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 20: How To Communicate With Toddlers?
byFrom birth, warm, gentle and responsive interaction helps children feel safe and secure in their worlds. It also builds and strengthens the bondings between…
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 19: Personal Hygiene: Important Healthy Habits for Kids to Learn
byDo you know that personal hygiene for kids includes teaching your children how to cough and sneeze properly? Other than showering thoroughly every day…
The Power of Play: Why Play Matters in the Early Years
byPlay is the work of children, they say. How true! Have you ever wondered that play is not all about fun and games for…