Being a parent and raising a family may be one of the most significant blessings a person can experience, but this also comes with its own unique set of challenges. These challenges are heightened when parenting has to be done solo, especially for single mothers in Singapore. This article lays…
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How can we protect our children from sexual grooming?
Sexual grooming in kids is on the rise and ALL parents should be vigilant and recognise the signs early to protect our children. Have you heard of sexual grooming in kids? Sexual predators more often than not may try to “groom” their victims, especially if they are children. This leads…
A divorced man has this beautiful advice for all married men
What does a divorced man know, you might wonder. A lot of valuable life lessons learned in hindsight, is the answer. Must-read for all men. Gerald Rogers is psychologist who has been through a rough divorce. A few years ago, he wrote an amazing post that beautifully describes the lessons learned through this…
Is It Legal for Married Couples to Divorce to Buy Another HDB Flat?
In 2018, the Housing and Development Board (HDB) removed a 3-year time-bar for divorcees to purchase a HDB flat. This simply means divorced persons no longer have to wait 3 years to buy an HDB flat after their divorce. The Minister for National Development had expressed the hope that the…
Paedophiles are watching: These hashtags are putting your kids in danger
A simple act like using hashtags on Facebook can endanger your kids’ safety according to a report by Child Rescue Coalition. Learn more here… As parents, we feel proud of every little milestone our kids have achieved, and we love sharing pictures of our little ones on social media. But…
6 warning signs your child is a victim of bullying
Singapore has the third highest rate of bullying in the world. How do you know if your child is being bullied? And what can you do to put a stop to it? When I was in the 5th grade (Primary 5) a small group of girls from my class who…
Are you bullying your own child without knowing it?
Some parents see it as tough love, or just being disciplinary. But what you didn’t know is that you could be bullying your own child. So don’t make the same mistake, and follow these alternatives as explained by a psychologist. Mums and dads, when you come home to your kids…
7 things you can do to make sure your kids aren’t emotionally neglected
What are the signs of an emotionally neglected child, and what can parents do to make sure their kids aren’t emotionally neglected? What are the signs and causes of emotional neglect in kids? Emotional neglect in kids can have a significant negative impact. It can make your children feel unloved,…
70-Year Study Of 70,000 Kids Reveals Secrets To Raising Happy And Successful Children
Every parent wants to know how to raise a successful and happy child, and how to be a good parent to our children. Here is what a 70-year study on 70,000 children tells us. Every parent wants to know how to raise a successful and happy child, and how to…
This may be why you constantly feel you are in an unhappy marriage
Has it ever occured to you that your marriage may not be as bad as you think it is? Read on to find out how many married couples unknowingly ruin their marital bliss. It’s unrealistic to expect every waking day to be filled with nothing short of marital bliss. There…