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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Are kids in Singapore being cyberbullied? Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

Expert talks: Cyberbullying among children in Singapore

Are kids in Singapore having bad online experiences? What constitutes a serious negative online experience? Our expert, Effendy Ibrahim answers your questions on cyberbullying among children.

bedtime snack Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

Do bedtime snacks help a baby sleep better?

Having trouble figuring out what your baby can eat for a bedtime snack? Read more on what is beneficial and what to absolutely steer clear of. Find out if your baby is ready to move on to the next big step of eating solids to have a better night’s sleep!

Road rage and road bullies in Singapore Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

Dealing with road bullies in Singapore

A Singaporean mum recently encountered a vulgarities-spewing road bully and was terrified when he confronted her. Find out more about the case and how to deal with road rage and road bullies.

breathing problems Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

Pregnancy and pollution – your child’s at risk

New research has shown a link between pregnant women living near heavy traffic and breathing problems for children. Find out more about the dangers associated with pollution and pregnancy as well the best ways to safeguard yourself and your child.

shutterstock_121986211 Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

List of Preschools and Kindergarten (North)

Looking for early education schools around the north area? Here is a list of kindergarten and pre-schools for your child.

miscarriage Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

What to say to someone who miscarries

Sometimes knowing what to say when someone miscarries can be hard and can leave a person in a state of confusion. However, many times staying silent can make one look even more heartless. Find out what to say in this time of grief without sounding callous.

Grilled cheese sandwich with an egg in a basket -- Creative fun cheese sandwiches for kids Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

Creative cheese sandwiches!

Tired of the same old bread slices? Here are some creative and fun cheese sandwiches that you and your kids will love to prepare and eat together!

zodiac sign Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

What your zodiac sign says about you as a mum

Ever hear mums complain how their stars are just not aligning because they’re having a tough time with their children? Well, it’s more likely than not that your zodiac sign has a lot to with what kind of mum you are and how your child reacts to you. Find out what your zodiac sign says about your parenting style!

your laugh Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

What your laugh reveals about your personality

You might not believe it, but an individual’s laughter greatly mirrors their own personality. By just hearing someone’s laughter, one can assume the individual’s general attitude towards life. Find out what your laugh says about you today!

Flying Dutchman Mark van Cuylenburg heart attack near death experience Published May 22, 2013 GMT +8

Lessons from the Flying Dutchman’s near-death experience

Remember the Flying Dutchman’s life-threatening heart attack last year? After one year and several lifestyle changes, theAsianparent checks in with radio’s favourite deejay to find out how he’s been doing so far.

Harmful Sunright bubble tea pearls from Taiwan contains substances that cause kidney damage Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

Harmful bubble tea pearls recalled

Who would’ve thought this would happen in Singapore? Taiwanese-produced tapioca “pearls” were recently taken off local shelves by the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration. What could be so harmful about these pearls?

Face yoga Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

Wrinkle away with face yoga

What if we told you that there is a new beauty trend in town that can take years off your face without botox or surgery? Would you try it?
Take a look at face yoga and how simple it is to firm up facial muscles!

Polive advisory on scam phone calls posing as ICA Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

Police advisory: Scam phone calls from “ICA”

Be wary of phone calls claiming to be from Singapore’s Immigration & Checkpoint Authority. Learn more about the Singapore Police Force’s recent advisory on scammers posing as the ICA to request funds transfer from victims.

shutterstock_125503643 Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

List of Preschools and Kindergarten (Central)

Early education for children is most crucial. Unsure of which school to choose? Start enrolling your kid in one of these top preschool and kindergarten found in central Singapore.

Heat pack burns Singapore baby Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

Singapore baby severely burned by heat packs

When a Singaporean mum who left her baby daughter in the care of a babysitter saw her child again, she burst into tears. Find out why and how the little girl got burned on her entire back and legs.

Rat found in food Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

Rat’s head found in school canteen food

We’ve all heard horror stories of people finding nightmarish “extra” ingredients in their food. Perhaps it’s a lizard’s tail or a roach’s leg but this case takes the cake—an entire rat’s head! Learn about food safety tips here.

car seat Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

Is it safe to let my baby sleep in a car seat?

Sometimes all a parent needs is a minute to run an errand while leaving their child sleeping in a car seat. But, is it really worth taking the risk? Find out if leaving your baby sleeping in a car seat (whether in a car or just generally) is harmful and a safety hazard!.

baby slings Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

All about baby slings

Errands don’t stop for anyone, especially a new mum. Unfortunately, tending to children can stop a mum from running errands though. Find out how to perform day to day tasks without having to stop with the help of a handy-dandy baby sling! We’ve got all the details for you!

party Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

Essential birthday party etiquette for parents

So you think that your kids are the only ones who need to learn about birthday party etiquette? Kids primarily learn basic etiquette from parents. Brush up on your birthday party etiquette today, and lead by example!

design a baby's nursery Published May 21, 2013 GMT +8

10 basic tips for designing a nursery

For some, the funnest part of pregnancy is having the ability to design their baby’s nursery. But most get disheartened by the thought that only an architect or interior designer can pull it together. After reading these 10 tips, you won’t doubt your designing abilities again!