We all hope that our children will grow up to become sensible and patient, not spoilt brats or little bosses. What can we do to build their patience and ability to think for others, while reducing their self-centred tendencies? Model gratitude As parents, we need to think about what we hope our children to be...
When selecting an infant care in Singapore, an important factor to consider is the proximity to your home or your workplace. But which is better? The goal is to minimise travelling time and costs when dropping off or picking up your child. In addition, you have the peace of mind in knowing that should an...
In sporting events like the World Cup, teams will battle it out to win the much-coveted medal or trophy. Medals and trophies serve as a form of recognition for their remarkable sporting achievements. However, have we ever considered that fathers should be honoured with their own medals too? Most of them will never be a...
Choosing the right infant care in Singapore for your baby can be daunting, but it does not have to be if you know which questions to ask. After you have garnered the basic information about an infant care centre, including its location in Singapore, license and awards, hygiene and fees, it is time to ask...
Just how do we talk to kids about sex? The topic of sex is one that most parents struggle to talk to their kids about. We discuss several pointers that might be effective in helping us talk to our kids about sex. The topic of sex is one that most parents struggle to talk to...
Looking for the right infant care programme in Singapore? MindChamps Infant Care Singapore is grounded in an understanding of how infant minds acquire language and make sense of the world. It immerses infants (from 2 to 18 months) in a stimulating, nurturing and age-appropriate environment. This is done by utilising the key domains of the Sensory,...
According to a 2017 study, preschool children in Singapore are getting increasingly stressed at a younger age. Ms Regina Phang, Deputy General Manager and Principal Occupational Therapist of MindChamps Allied Care, reasoned that as the family unit decreases in size, parents have more to invest in each child and they pack their schedules with extracurricular activities....
Do you have a kindergarten child at home who will not stop chattering? Do you often get calls from your child’s teacher about his talkative behaviour in kindergarten? Well, this may not be entirely a negative thing. According to a news article by Telegraph, Children who are vocal and talkative actually perform better in school than...
Conflict resolution is a very important life skill. It takes courage and practice, but the effort invested now will reap stronger relationships in the future. Here are some guidelines on how to coach children in this area. 1. Explain why conflicts arise Start off with why conflicts happen. Conflict is a very natural part of...
In a society where academic achievement is highly valued and having a live-in domestic helper is common, children are missing out on opportunities to grow in responsibility and independence. These crucial life skills are gradually built through seemingly simple housekeeping tasks as well as daily habits such as taking care of their own schoolwork. Here...
