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small in size, big on style

you refer to them not by name, but by their instagram handles. kid-fashion brands adore them, and fans gush every time a new photo comes out. elisa chia talks to the mums of social media’s most stylish babies and toddlers.

what sex? i just want to sleep

the daily demands of caring for a baby are no reason to skip love-making. elisa chia asks the sex questions you’re too shy to bring up.

Play, Create, Learn

Some Singapore preschools integrate arts education into their curricula. EVELINE GAN finds out how this approach helps your kid learn better.

Give Your Child A Bilingual Head Start

Sign up for an award-winning curriculum at Pat’s Schoolhouse, which promises plenty of learning through play

Get Smart With Early Literacy

Little Green House’s LITERACY SMART programme gives your child a head start in reading, writing and speaking .

Get Brainier The Right Way

Give your child a head start by unlocking the full potential of their right brain. Learn how at Heguru Method.

Getting On the First Solid Food

At one point when a mum breastfeeds, she will wonder when the baby can take food from a source outside of her breasts. The phase to transition the baby to his or her first solid food is called weaning and is a cradle of uncertainty for many new parents. Sarah Shamila, the manager of Nutrition and Dietetic Services, steps up to provide some advice on this subject.

Follow The Rules, Ma

How do you have a conversation – not confrontation – with the grandparents about sticking to your parenting rules? DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON offers these suggestions.

Meet My New Baby

Whether you plan to hold a full-month celebration at home or a hotel, these service providers promise to leave you and your guests happy. 

Give Her Room To Bloom

Your newborn spends hours in her nursery. Elisa chia finds out how to plan the space better, with fengshui tips that may enhance her well-being.

Busted: Top Myths Of Cord Blood Banking

Separate fact from fiction and make an informed decision about storing your child’s cord blood stem cells.

First, The House Rules

Should you discipline someone else’s kid at a play date that you’re hosting? DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON shares his thoughts.

Take Your Pick, Sweetie

Should you really give your little one choices? What’s wrong with telling her outright what you want her to do? DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON weighs in on the issue.

Ask The Doc

Got a question? Our expert is here to help.

Banking On Life

Choosing the right family cord blood bank provides peace of mind by ensuring your loved ones get reliable life-saving help in the future.

Why Pay More?

When it comes to formula milk, the cheaper options are no less nutritious. We get the lowdown from the experts.

One Year On

When your child turns 12 months old, is fresh milk really better than formula? Doctors and dietitians weigh in on this hot topic.

Maybe Next Time

If you’re a new parent struggling to adjust to your newborn, having another child is the last thing on your mind. EVELINE GAN maps out the contraceptive options that are right for your lifestyle.

7 Things You Should Know About... Baby's Constipation

How do you tell if your little one’s bowel patterns are normal, and if she is pooping enough? EVELINE GAN finds out what you should know about constipation in babies and toddlers.

It's Not A Stroller, It's A Status Symbol

Twenty years ago, the founder of Bugaboo struggled to get his grand idea off the ground. ELISA CHIA met him in Tokyo to find out how it became one of the most coveted baby gear brands in the world.

This Is Wear It's At

Singapore parents are snapping up homegrown childrenswear outfits. We find out what’s behind this hot fashion trend.

Let Them Fail

How do you motivate a child who’s not interested in studying? JANE NG shares how she turned her son into an independent learner.

Can I Trust You?

How can you ensure that your domestic helper takes good care of your new baby while you’re at work?

Dreams Do Come True

With its amazing themed rooms, a stay at this Hong Kong hotel feels like a holiday within a holiday,

7 things you should know about... baby skin

Rashes, bumps, spots and other skin conditions are common, especially during your little one’s first year. EVELINE GAN finds out what every parent should know about infant skin and how to care for it.

Class Acts

XIE HUIQUN and her 18-month-old daughter check out three parent-accompanied programmes that nurture your baby’s body, mind and spirit.

Double The Fun

The Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden has doubled in size. FELICIA WONG finds out what you and your little ones can do at its new play areas.

Take A Second Look

Canberra’s boring? Not at all. STEPHANIE YEO discovers how fun and family friendly the Australian capital really is.

Love = Time

Singapore parents who “date” their children individually say it helps them bond better with each kid, and even simple activities done together can be meaningful.

Sailing Through Parenthood

How do you homeschool four kids and take them on a year-long sailing voyage at the same time? Former TV darling Evelyn Tan shares her parenting secrets with Lynn Wee.