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…
marriage
Tips For Dealing with an Unexpected Divorce
byIt’s a word no married couple wants to hear. Something that sends shivers down the spine of newlyweds. Divorce. But like it or not,…
Important Topics You Should Discuss Before Having a Baby
byParenthood is life-changing; in more ways than one. Many marriages have been strained the moment a child comes. Planning to have a baby is…
Couples Are Embracing ‘Sleep Divorce’, Here’s Why It Can Save Your Marriage
byIt’s been months, nay, years, and you can’t stand it anymore. The snoring, the constant tossing and turning, the unconscious incoherent mumbling, the waking-up-to…
‘I’m Not the Fun Parent and I’m Okay with It!’
byIf you’ve ever seen Modern Family, you’ll know that the Dunphy’s are your typical (dysfunctional) suburban nuclear family: the popular eldest daughter, the bookish,…
Are Secrets Hurting your Marriage?
byOpen communication between husband and wife is vital for a healthy, happy marriage. But when secrets come between you and your spouse, there is…
Why Motherhood Can Mean Bye-Bye for Your Sex Life
byIf you think the late-night fireworks and red-hot passion of the honeymoon phase lasts forever, think again. As many first-time mothers know, as soon…
Money Vs Motherhood: Is the Daily Grind Taking Away Your Family Time?
byA dilemma that many parents struggle with these days is between being present in their children’s lives, or working hard to provide for them….
Valentine’s Day on a Dime: Budgeting for Romantic Date Nights
byWith work and parenthood taking most of your 24/7, it may feel challenging to find any time at all for your partner. It can…
Spouse Vs Parent: Whose Advice Matters More?
byMalaysia is a conservative country despite all the social progress we’ve made. Many of us are raised to follow customs, respect the status quo…
Daddy Talks: Why Some Men Seem Oblivious to a Woman’s Sexual Desire
bySex. It’s something us Asians may rarely talk about, and also the very same thing that is responsible for the continued existence of the…
Mums, Could You Be Depressed? Here are the Warning Signs
byThe ongoing misconception about depression is that it’s just feeling “a little sad”. But for those who actual struggle with this disorder, dealing with…
Daddy Talks: What Do Men Really Think About Earning Less Than Their Partners
byThe gender pay gap has always been a bit of a touchy subject. We have been led to believe that women earn significantly less…
Daddy Talks: Why Do Guys Never Put the Toilet Seat Back Down?
byMen are such curious creatures. They have puzzled women, wives and the female species, for centuries. But you probably don’t truly realise how weird…
Sleep Divorce: When Sleeping Separately Might be Better for your Marriage
byYou could think that a married couple sleeping in separate beds might seem like a strange thing but sometimes two beds may be better…
Losing Lustre in Your Marriage? 6 Ways to Shine It Up Again
bySo you’ve been married for three years now, or maybe your marriage has gone on for far longer, like decades, and the children have…
As Tun M turns 94, All Eyes Turn to One of the Most Successful Marriages in Malaysia
byOur Prime Minister, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad marks his 94th birthday today. Looking distinguished as always and still as handsome as ever, Tun M…
“Second Honeymoon” Programme for Couples Looking to Rekindle Marriage
byFor couples with troubled marriages or who are simply seeking to rekindle that lost spark, the Government has a “second honeymoon” initiative aimed at…
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…
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…