The Star Online: Lifestyle: Parenting

Travel smart

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:07:52 +0800

A family holiday provides a great learning experience for both parent and child.

Useful pointers

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:09:29 +0800

HERE are some pointers when travelling with babies and older children.

Fun in learning

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:12:16 +0800

Simple activities can offer a wealth of learning experiences.

Supermum

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:13:16 +0800

AN overachiever might be one way to describe her. A great multi-tasking mother would be another.

The Clement element

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 17:59:24 +0800

With his parents’ unwavering support, Clement Ooi emerges as an artist in his own right.

Holiday gift guide

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 18:00:55 +0800

WE have a holiday gift guide for ParenThots readers. We’re starting early because we know you need as much time as possible to find that ideal gift for your loved one this holiday season. We know a lot of people who don’t celebrate Xmas but take the opportunity every year-end to exchange gifts. So, this is for all of you!

Fun in the kitchen

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 07:56:33 +0800

Cooking offers a great learning experience for young children.

Striking a balance

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:00:56 +0800

There are positive ways to deal with negative behaviour.

Kids and reading

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:49:36 +0800

Help your children discover the pleasure of reading.

Heal thyself

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:49:48 +0800

Emotional baggage can handicap a parent.

Dilly dallying over homework

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:10:57 +0800

Ways to get young children to finish their homework.

Money talk

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:43:37 +0800

CHILDREN need to learn about money, saving and budgeting from young. They need to know that their parents work hard for the money to pay the household bills.

Skimpy outfits

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:49:56 +0800

Children should be guided on appropriate dressing.

Childcare concerns

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:22:47 +0800

Choosing the right childcare provider is extremely important. Not only is your child’s welfare and wellbeing at stake, but it also ensures you are a happy parent.

Hearty rhapsody

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:22:47 +0800

An ensemble of children with autism will make its debut at a fund-raising concert in December, thanks to the commitment of two psychologists and the generosity of a music teacher.

A shift in focus

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 17:48:33 +0800

FAMILY life educator Charis Patrick says a kiasu parent is one who is fearful of losing out to others. She explains that a parent who is kiasu is motivated by fear.

Energetic toddlers

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 07:08:20 +0800

CHILDREN in their early years have little self-control. They tend to get over-excited and test their limits. They like repetition and need to be reminded about how they should behave in different settings. They need constant adult guidance when they are in unfamiliar places or with new friends.

Troublesome words

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 08:11:39 +0800

In his introduction Bill Bryson states that the purpose of the book Troublesome Words is to explain distinctions between words that are easily confused in usage.

Get tested

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:10:20 +0800

THERE are all sorts of tests that a woman should go for before and during pregnancy. Before getting pregnant, you should check for diabetes, thyroid problems and infections which you may not have had proper immunisation for, such as hepatitis, rubella and HIV. For hepatitis and rubella, it’s best to vaccinate before you get pregnant if you’ve not had your shots.

Coping with refusal

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 06:58:42 +0800

Children need to learn to take ‘No’ for an answer.

The wonder years

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:32:00 +0800

Nature provides an abundance of opportunities for children to learn and explore.

Financial planning for Muslims

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:53:50 +0800

PARENTS often worry about their children’s future. Will you be able to pay for their education, especially with inflation? Financial planning is one way of ensuring your child’s future.

Teaching children to learn

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:46:46 +0800

A DESIRE to do something that can make a difference to the lives of families impacted by learning disabilities prompted Dr Eric Lim to set up Kits4Kids in Singapore six years ago.

Spending less

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:47:49 +0800

SAVING money sounds like an impossible task to a lot of parents. There’s always an unexpected expenditure or bill to settle when you have a family.