School Lunch Wars: The Hwa Chong Canteen Controversy
byRecently, one school’s canteen food became the unexpected centre of national conversation. What started as a few photos of student meals quickly snowballed into…
Advice & Tips
Spare the Rod: Do These 5 Things Instead to Discipline Your Kids
byThe old adage “spare the rod, spoil the child” has been passed down for generations as a form of childhood discipline. But modern parenting…
The Aftershock of Moving Houses: How to Soften the Blow
byFamilies move all the time, whether it is for a job relocation, rising rent, school placement, or simply the need for a fresh start….
Too Much Screen Time Too Soon? A*Star Study Links Infant Screen Exposure To Brain Changes And Teen Anxiety
byChildren exposed to high levels of screen time before age two showed changes in brain development that were linked to slower decision-making and increased…
Smart Homes: Parenting or Surveillance?
byFrom voice-activated virtual assistants that obey your every command to home cameras that monitor your child’s every move, the rise of smart homes is…
Do You Actually Want A “Village”? Here’s What No One Tells You About Community Parenting
byIt’s a saying that gets thrown around so often you’re practically sick of hearing it: “It takes a village to raise a child.” Officially…
Being a Parent in Singapore Just Got a Lot More Expensive
byIf you thought parenthood meant colourful toys, messy handprints and sleepless nights, now add escalating bills to the mix, and welcome to the new…
Say “No” to Saying “No”: A Surprising Parenting Hack
byParents say “no” more times in a day than they care to count. No to more screen time, no to snacks before dinner, and…
Should You Use AI for Parenting?
byHave you ever secretly turned up your nose at those parents who use AI for parenting? But now you’re finding yourself sneakily asking ChatGPT…
‘Dad Let’s Daughter Doodle on Car’: Heartwarming or Problematic?
byA video titled ‘A father’s love‘ that went viral on TikTok last October has sparked massive debate amongst Singaporean netizens, both parents and non-parents…
