Trying to overcome the pain after miscarrying is one of the hardest battles any parent has to fight. We share the best ways to cope with the pain. — When expectant mother miscarries, no one really knows how she feels except herself and other women who may have experienced something…
Why are teenagers so prone to getting themselves in sticky situations? Read on to find out how they are wired and what you can do about it. — Every other day, you come across some news about risky teenage behaviour. Either they are doing something completely insane or getting into…
A woman was lied to by husband on his vasectomy thinking she was infertile due to failed IVF treatments. This made her devastated and she is considering a divorce. — Many couples delay having children for myriad reasons. These days, it’s fairly normal for a woman to have her first…
Why it can be good for you and other talking points from a clinical psychologist. — Pregnancy loss, particularly the recurrent kind, can leave many women depressed, angry, confused, and feeling inadequate. But, having someone to talk to about their fears, doubts, and wishes freely and without judgement after such…
To help parents better understand COVID-19, we’ve compiled some of the most frequently asked questions with accompanying answers by UNICEF, WHO and other experts on the matter. — The most recent strain of the Coronavirus infection, now known as COVID-19, is grouped together with the same family of viruses such…
COVID-19 has gripped headlines in recent weeks as the world struggles to contain this outbreak. Singapore has not been spared but has responded well. Singapore’s Harvard-praised “gold-standard” response is made possible by a system of emergency preparedness measures supported by the legal framework of the Infectious Diseases Act (IDA). The…
The effect of common food allergies in kids ranges from causing discomfort to being life-threatening. It is best to be on the lookout and take preventive measures. — As a parent, it is imperative to be watchful of your child’s health. Your child may develop food allergies unknown to you. It…
Recent survey results indicate work is the biggest cause of stress for Singaporeans. — You might have noticed feeling completely lethargic before you even start work, or strange aches and pains around your body at the end of your 15-hour shift (despite only needing to work 9 of those hours).…
Bullying is a serious problem that we must confront. Read on to find out about the bullying situation in Singapore and how you can protect your child from it. — Singapore is a great place for students – we have a world-class education system and our schools offer a great…
When your child complains of a stomach ache, he/she may have anxiety. They are not lying or wanting attention. It is the anxiety they are facing that is manifesting through their body, right in their stomach. — Anxiety is not something we associate with children. And that’s because they don’t…