Nope. That is the candid truth. Big and small sibling age gaps have their own advantages and challenges. It’s up to you, as a parent to work out what age gap suits your family best. Friends and family might be asking you when you plan to have another baby. It has become a common conversation…
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Baby Talk: 5 Ways You Can Explore Talking to Your Baby
A baby’s first year includes many of his first encounters – first smile, gurgles, coos, flipping over and learning how to say “mama” or “papa”. Babies communicate to us in their own language, and we adults and parents respond back by baby talking. It’s true we may not understand what the baby is saying through…
Ideas for Your Baby Full Moon Celebration
In Singapore and according to the Chinese custom, a celebration is held when a baby turns one month old to celebrate the good health of the baby. Often referred as ‘baby full moon celebration’ [宝宝满月]. Customized baby full month cakes are getting very popular! In comparison, for some countries, a baby shower is a way…
Guide to selecting the right nipples for your newborn
How to Get Your Children Motivated to Do Chores!
In my humble opinion, get the children to start chores contributions at an early age. Parents can motivate their children to help with household chores. A person’s family values and habits are cultivated from young. From the way he likes his breakfast, the range of vegetables he eats, to the way he prefers the tidiness…
Teaching Your Child at Every Opportunity
There are many instances in the daily routine whereby a parent can seize the opportunity to teach his child. Today, I am sharing some stories which my friends shared with me about their motherhood and how they teach their child at every opportunity in their daily lives. Case 1 A mother brought her 7-year-old girl for…
The Best Time to Give Your Child a Cell Phone
Many parents struggle with this decision making. How do you gauge when is the best time to give your child a cell phone, and then prepare your kid, for what is ultimately a big responsibility? Common dilemma from parents – phone opened up a pandora’s box of potential issues: bullying, sexting, distraction, tech or game…
Tips to Keep Yourself and Your Baby Healthy
Good hygiene is paramount. It prevents pregnant women from getting sick from contamination and common flu symptoms. Here are some steps that you can undertake to keep yourself and your baby healthy. CLEAN Wash hands thoroughly with water and soap (warm water if possible). Wash hands before and after handling of food, and after using…
Develop a Strong Relationship with Your Child
There is no doubt that the relationship between a child and his parent is the best relationship in this world. This relationship is defined by the true spirit of love, sacrifice and faith. Parents want to be their child’s best friend and provide everything for them. In return, they only want their child to be…