As 2019 arrives, so does the promise of a new year with hopeful beginnings. Nearly everyone ends December 31 with a New Year’s Resolution—go to the gym more, study harder, improve on relationships. And while treadmills are crowded for perhaps the first week of January, commitment to any resolutions tapers off noticeably weeks after. The weights rack begins to gather dust once again
Category: Childcare
How the Easy Junk Food Fix Can Be Bad for Kids
“Mummy, I’m hungry!” Some parents may jump with excitement that their kids are finally feeling hungry, but there are others who sigh, wondering how those tiny tummies are able to digest food faster than they can mutter ‘ABC’ If your child loves his or her junk food, it will be hard, but try as much…
How should we deal with kids who are bored?
“Mum, I’m bored!” Sounds familiar? Many parents would say that this phrase brings about a feeling of dread in their hearts. Unlike times of the past, before hand phones and iPad came into existence, the current generation of parents were able to entertain themselves through activities like sports, or movies. Now, this generation of hybrids…
How to Motivate Children to Study Without Forcing Them – Part 2
Last week we tried to understand how each child is different and how hence, their reaction to everything varies! Let’s take a step further and understand how we can help build a conducive environment at home for our children to study comfortably! Kids are mostly all for learning new things, reading interesting and fun facts, but…
Fun meals to cook with kids
Now that the kids are home for the holidays, the issue is keeping them busy! One great way to not only spend time together but also to fill their stomachs, is by cooking a meal together. With the ease of the internet, there are plenty of easy, healthy ways to do that with minimal fuss…
Eat right to think right! Super foods for the growing brain
Where would we be without our makan? The importance of food in Singaporean culture is hard to underestimate. But we all know that char kway teow and curry puffs, while delicious, aren’t the healthiest choices for every meal, especially for growing children! What food should they be eating? It can be hard to figure out…
Give your Primary School child a HEADSTART to 2019
“The videos are fun and entertaining, and I love that I can learn things faster than my friends!” Isra L, a 9-year old child, quipped with her eyes glued to the screen. The final year examinations are over, and the school holidays have just begun! Unsure of how to keep your kids occupied during these six…
How to Motivate Children to Study Without Forcing Them – Part 1
As a parent, you have a crucial role in your child’s learning. But before you do anything about it, you need to understand why your child is not willing to study. Understand That Every Child Is Different Every child is unique and has a different way of learning. While motivating your child to study, it…
How to Motivate Children to Study Without Forcing Them – Introduction
Admitting your child to the best possible school and ensuring they get all the facilities they need doesn’t end the duty of a parent. Every parent has to ensure that his or her child is actually making use of those facilities! But sometimes, just bringing children up to date with the classes they attend and…
