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Everything You Need To Know About Direct School Admission

If your kid is good at sports, music or has other talents, the DSA programme may be his key to getting into an elite secondary school or specialised school. Here’s what you should know about the process.

What Is The Right CCA For Your Primary School Kid?

Co-curricular activities (CCAs) aren’t just frivolous frills. They teach kids important life skills that can’t be found in a classroom lesson. EVELINE GAN finds out how to select the right one for your child.

Why You Shouldn't Let PSLE Stress Take Over Your Kid's Life

PSLE preparations start in Primary 5, which means a high-pressure two years for your family. Here's how to support your child so they can do their best.

Should Your Kid Skip A Vaccine Shot?

Vaccinations are a rite of passage for every Singaporean child, but what if your kid is sick before an appointment, or misses a booster dose? Find out the answers to these and other pressing questions.

Separation Anxiety, Bullies And Other Preschool Blues

Preschool is rarely a smooth journey for children. Sasha Gonzales asks the experts how to handle the most common dilemmas, from separation anxiety to having trouble making new friends.

Is Your Kid Stressed About Starting School This Year?

School kids in Singapore are more stressed than their peers overseas. If your kid is feeling the pressure, here’s how to find what's triggering his anxiety – and how to help.

Speech Problems In Singapore Kids: When Should You Worry?

How can you help your little one get over his stuttering? Should you worry that your tot doesn’t speak as well or isn’t as talkative as his cousin? Sasha Gonzales polls the experts on the pressing speech and language issues in toddlers and preschoolers here.

The Most Common Learning Difficulties In Singapore Kids

Struggling to read, write or count is a common problem for many children, but how do you know when that struggle is actually a learning difficulty or disability? Sasha Gonzales asked three experts to tell us what signs to look out for and when to know to get help.

Can You Really Un-Spoil Your Child?

Yes, there are ways to turn things around – without losing your temper. Here, the experts share strategies you can use in common bratty situations.

Enjoying The High Life For Less

Visit the Maldives on a budget with the kids? With the right planning, it’s possible. Elisa Chia shares her tips.

4 Steps To Picking A Holiday Enrichment Class

Your child will enjoy the exciting activities and games, and unique teaching methods used in the English courses at the British Council. But, more importantly, they inspire a lifelong passion for the language.

Why Is Your Primary Scholer Turning Into A Tween With Attitude?

Why is your sweet-natured primary schooler turning into a tween with attitude? Dr Richard C. Woolfson explains this challenging phase.

Which Milk Powder Is Best For Your Baby?

Which type and brand of milk powder should you buy for your baby? We ask doctors for tips.

I'm Asleep With My Son By 8pm

Motherhood has changed this night owl, and she has never been happier. Actress Fann Wong shares more.

Clumsy Kids = Bad Grades?

Forget assessment books. Running, jumping, hopping and skipping are what your preschooler really needs to practise to do well in school, EVELINE GAN finds out.

All You Need To Know About Cord Blood Banking

Whether you opt for private or public cord-blood banking, doctors say the blood shouldn’t be wasted.

7 Ways To Get Your Kid To Unplug

Tech addiction is real, so the earlier you manage your kid’s screen time, the better. Eveline Gan polls the experts for their best strategies.

How To Marie Kondo Your Kid's Study Area For Better Grades

A messy study desk can overwhelm your already stressed kid when he is revising for exams. Eveline Gan finds out how small tweaks to his learning environment can make a huge difference.

10 Common Myths About Toddlers This Age

Everybody has their own views of the typical one-year-old. But here are 10 common myths that should be debunked, says

8 Best Brain Foods For Kids To Excel In School

When it comes to improving brain function, memory, focus and concentration, some foods are better than others, say nutrition experts. Here’s how to serve them so your kids can get the most nutrients out of them.

6 Ways To Keep Singapore Kids Healthy

Besides a high-energy diet and plenty of water, sporty children need extra protection from the sun and regular downtime in order to stay in tip-top health, say our experts.

How To Manage Mum Guilt

If you’ve ever beaten yourself up for not being a perfect mum, you’re not alone. Eveline Gan finds out why many mothers suffer from mum guilt, and gets expert advice on how to manage it.

Why Your Kid Is Underperforming In School!

You’re understandably frustrated that your child isn’t living up to herpotential. But before you blame her attitude, check if these conditions are hindering her academically, says Eveline Gan.

What You Must Know About The Free HPV Vaccine For Girls

Confused about the government’s new programme to offer the human papilloma virus vaccination to all Secondary 1 girls? Eveline Gan finds out what it’s about and whether you should opt in.

Air You Brave Enough?

How safe is the new Airzone attraction for kids? FELICIA WONG reviews this hot new suspended net playground

“A Happy Marriage Equals Happy Kids”

This philosophy is something Kate Pang subscribes to, after her marriage took a toll when the kids came along.

Mummy, Can I Have More?

A child’s bad eating habits can lead to health problems, such as obesity. Learn how to get her to eat better with these tips from DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON.

Stuck In The Middle

Is your youngster struggling with middle child syndrome? Help him overcome these feelings of neglect and negativity

Starry, Starry Night

Celebs Turned Out in Force for the Largest New Year’s Countdown Street Party in Town.

Is That A Good Friend Or A Bad Friend?

Worried about bad influences that could lead your little one astray? Here’s how to steer her towards the right ones.