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Young Parents Singapore
This Is Not A Cafe...
…it’s an experience your kids won’t forget. Dress like mermaids or unicorns and dine like your kid’s favourite movie characters at these themed eateries around the region.
7 min |
July - August 2019
Young Parents Singapore
7 Exam Mistakes Singapore Kids Make – And How To Prevent Them
You prepped your kid well for the big exam, so why did he make that careless mistake or leave that MCQ answer blank? Eveline Gan polls the experts for ways to help your child score better.
7 min |
July - August 2019
Young Parents Singapore
How To Keep Your Baby's Teeth Healthy
Is he teething? Elisa Chia finds out what you can expect during this often uncomfortable milestone and how to keep your baby’s teeth healthy.
4 min |
July 2016
Young Parents Singapore
Ask The Doc
Got a question? Our expert is here to help.
2 min |
June 2017
Young Parents Singapore
Is She Asleep Yet?
Baby won’t snooze unless you pat her? It’s never too late to change her sleep habits,
2 min |
June 2017
Young Parents Singapore
shhh… not too loud, please
As your toddler’s language skills improve, you fi nd that he likes to yell or use a shouting voice. DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON shares how you can help him tone it down.
2 min |
June 2017
Young Parents Singapore
My Vacation Is Better Than Yours
Get some serious Instagram-worthy snaps while holidaying at this Bintan beach resort
2 min |
April 2018
Young Parents Singapore
But Mum, I Did Study
He has no exams, but your lower-primary school kid has a plethora of mini tests, oral tests, graded assessments and show-and-tell presentations throughout the year. SASHA GONZALES shows you how to help him cope with the most common ones.
5 min |
April 2018
Young Parents Singapore
Put These 6 Sleep Mistakes To Bed
Children need much more sleep than adults, and not getting enough affects their attention, concentration, reasoning and problem-solving – everything that is required for them to perform well in school, says Dr Chong Yaw Khian, chief of Sleep Disorder Services at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, National Healthcare Group.
7 min |
April 2018
Young Parents Singapore
“That's Too Old-Fashioned”
This, and nine other things you say about parenting will ruin your relationship with your mum-in-law. DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON shows you a better way to get out of sticky situations.
3 min |
April 2018
Young Parents Singapore
No, I Don't Want A Nap
Without that afternoon snooze, your toddler can become tired and irritable. DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON suggests these strategies to help him catch up on the zzz’s.
2 min |
April 2018
Young Parents Singapore
Where Are My Friends?
Switching to a new childcare centre can leave your little one feeling distressed. It’s important to give her time to settle into it
2 min |
April 2018
Young Parents Singapore
How To Choose The Best Primary School For Your Kid
Many Singapore parents still prefer popular elite schools, but there are more important factors you should consider before Primary 1 registration fever hits. Eveline Gan runs you through the checklist.
6 min |
March - April 2019
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6 Ways To Help Your Kid Prep For Primary School Exams And Tests
With fewer exams in primary school now, you may worry that your kid won’t have enough practice for these big tests. Sasha Gonzales asks the experts for their top tips for dealing with exam anxiety and other common issues.
7 min |
March - April 2019
Young Parents Singapore
How To Manage The Massive 'No-Exams' Changes In Primary 1 & 2
It's the biggest change to the Singapore school system in decades, and it sounds great – except, how do you tell if your child is learning, and at the right pace? Eveline Gan finds out how you can be sure your child is up to speed in learning.
6 min |
January 2019
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Which Is Best For Your Kid In 2019: Enrichment Or Tuition?
Now there are no exams or graded tests in Primary 1 or 2. And this changes everything! Should you invest more in tuition to ensure Junior is still learning at the correct pace, or will enrichment classes bring more long-term benefits? Here's how to find the mix that works best.
5 min |
January 2019
Young Parents Singapore
What You Must Know About HFMD In Preschool
Kids in child care are especially prone to getting Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD). Find out how to protect your little ones from this contagious disease.
3 min |
January 2019
Young Parents Singapore
Childhood Milestones For Singapore Kids: What's Normal And When To Worry
You may wonder if your little one is developmentally “normal” for a Singapore child, but when should you actually worry? We poll the experts for what to look out for during the preschool years.
10 min |