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Saturday, May 18, 2013

Christine Gross-Loh on parenting around the world Published May 18, 2013 GMT +8

Are you parenting wrongly?

Will you let your little child climb trees unsupervised and use cutting knives in the kitchen? While many parents are shocked at the mere thought of such an idea, here’s why it may just be something you should do.

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What kids can look forward to do during June holidays

Running out of activites to keep the kids occupied with during the June Holidays? Here are 10 ideas to utilize your child’s holiday to its maximum potential of fun. Never let your kid go bored again!

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Ways to say no to a child

Having difficulty in the discipline department? Do you frequently hear yourself repeat the word N-O? No parent wants their kids to pick up the negativity of the word N-O in every situation. Here are 10 alternative ways to say no to a child.

Pinterest stress Published May 18, 2013 GMT +8

Mum, is ‘Pinterest stress’ affecting you?

What exactly is ‘Pinterest stress’? It’s certainly something that is mummy-specific in this case. Those picture-perfect homes, crafts and baked goods on Pinterest making you feel inadequate? Let’s see if other mothers are affected by it too.

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Top primary schools in singapore 2013

The top primary schools in Singapore are predictable but this time the rankings have switched. Find out which school came into the top 10!

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Top 10 Disney Movies on the charts

Let’s countdown the charts for top 10 Disney movies. From Disney classics to latest hits, we listed out the top 10!

Electrical brain stimulation to improve mathematical and numerical reasoning ability Published May 18, 2013 GMT +8

Electric shocks to improve your kid’s math?

Tuition, practice papers and even essence of chicken supplements — do all these improve your kid’s math abilities? If not, here’s a literally shocking method that scientists have recently discovered to be useful in increasing a person’s mathematical skills.

tapping Published May 18, 2013 GMT +8

Learn tapping for a stress-free life

Would you try tapping various parts of your body if it can relieve stress, reduce pain, increase happiness and induce weight loss? Some people have had live changing experiences from tapping. Learn about it and see what EFT is all about!

your walk Published May 18, 2013 GMT +8

What your walk says about your personality

Like appearances, each person’s walk is different and unique from any other individual. Some people walk fast while others like to take it slow. Did you know your walk can give away a lot about your personality? Find out what your walk is saying about your mood and personality!

childbirth Published May 18, 2013 GMT +8

Childbirth VS getting hit in the balls: Which hurts more?

When it comes pain, women and men have a very different opinion of which gender has it the worst. We dig deeper into that very debate and assess whether childbirth hurts more or getting kicked in the balls does. Find out which gender wins this battle!

unwed mothers Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

Unwed mothers on the rise: parents please help!

How do we curb the numbers of unwed mothers—they could possibly be our children in the future? Read on for some pointers on sex talk and morality. Also featured in the article are young ladies recounting how they learnt about sex and teen pregnancy from their parents.

Brother kills Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

Brother, 12, stabs younger sister to death

Leila Fowler, an 8-year-old girl, was stabbed to death by her brother in their home. The brother had blamed the murder on a mysterious intruder, which sparked a countywide manhunt. Read more on teaching your child basic self defense.

Mum Zabedah Setapa's rose for Mothers' Day Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

Mum with no limbs celebrates Mothers’ Day

How did you celebrate Mother’s Day? Find out what made the Mothers’ Day Celebration of this Malaysian mum with no hands and legs so special.

Club Med Bintan Island Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

Lagoi Bay’s the next best holiday spot for families

Teeming with breathtaking beach and lakeside resorts, villas and residences, and a town centre bustling with exciting recreational activities, Bintan’s latest resort gem has plenty to offer for your next family getaway. See what is in store for you!

Mumpreneur Kendra Scott Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

A mumprenuer’s success story

The CEO of a multi-million dollar company and a stay-at-home mum, globally acclaimed jewellery designer Kendra Scott shares how she tackled challenges to emerge as a successful mum-entrepreneur.

Unusual spelling names for your baby Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

Will you give your baby an unusual spelling name?

From Gorje instead of George to Sosana instead of Susanna, there seems to be a new trend where common names are spelt differently for a twist! What do you think of these unusual spelling names?

How media violence affect children Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

Mother’s Day shooting rampage

Here’s yet another senseless shooting case. What more–on a day to celebrate mothers! Is anyone safe anymore? Learn about how media violence affects children and how to explain violence to your kids.

Mothers in the tech world Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

Mums who rule the tech world

Check out these 7 mummies who rule both the household and the world’s technology industry. How do they do it?

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Top 10 colors to paint your kids room with and why

At a loss at what colors to paint your kids’ room? Perhaps you’re looking at a new coat of paint to add some life to your child’s room. Read on for the top 10 hues to paint you kids room and why…

Angelina Jolie's preventive double mastectomy Published May 17, 2013 GMT +8

Angelina Jolie’s preventive double mastectomy

Having bravely undergone a double mastectomy surgery, A-list actress and Hollywood superstar Angelina Jolie has chosen to reveal the details of her experience in order to empower other women with the same frightening risk of breast cancer.