Kindergarten can be overwhelming for some children, regardless if they’ve been exposed to other forms of classes such as play centers, enrichment classes, playschool, etc. For one, the sheer volume of other kids who are attending kindergarten may make a…

A child’s brain is at rapid growth in the first six years of his life which makes early childhood education extremely important. Preschool is an essential part of every young child’s life, for it’s where ‘formal’ learning takes off. There…

There is more to schooling and learning that meets the eye and parents can help renew the joy of learning in their kids. How? Read on… Up play your child’s interests with enthusiasm Every child has a natural subject that…

Favourable weather conditions, clogged drains, empty containers left around that collect rain water — these are among the reasons why the Aedes mosquitos get to breed easily and cause the dreaded dengue fever to spread. It’s difficult to control the…

It’s hardly surprising that many kids don’t fancy reading. If your child is one of them here are some ideas that you can instantly implement around the home to encourage budding bookworms and turn reluctant readers into enthusiastic book lovers:…

Exposing yourself to new experiences, especially positive ones keep your brain healthier. Always try to engage yourself in positive thinking, as well as attending programs that will improve your Intelligent Quotient, IQ. More so, do things that you are not…

The craze for lighter skin with the hundreds of creams and cosmetics being marketed to achieve it are testimony to the fact that many women dream of acquiring a fairer skin tone. What to consider to achieve a lighter, brighter…

So, you have your sights (and heart) on the ideal preschool for your child and all looks well… Chances are though, you might be a tad concerned if junior is ready to spend a few hours of the day in…

Atopic eczema is a common skin condition experienced by many young children. Proper care is necessary to ensure that a child with eczema is kept comfortable and also to avoid unnecessary flare-ups. We talked to Dr Dr. Khairul Zaman Omar,…

Did you know that children who are exposed to secondhand smoke are steadily taking in nicotine and other chemicals into their bodies just like smokers? Also, consider the fact that no amount of secondhand smoke is considered safe! The smoke…