Check Out This Dad's Hilarious Hack For Christmas Shopping With A Baby

The holiday season is a busy time for parents. But How to Dad’s Jordan Watson has a simple hack to ease the madness. 
In his new video, “How To Go Christmas Shopping With A Baby,” Watson presents his technique for navigating the big mall crowds without losing his daughter. 
Hint: It involves ...

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A List Of Reasons This Is Duchess Kate's Best Look Yet

The royal tour of Canada is in full swing, and for every missed high-five opportunity, there’s been a fashion-forward moment in its place.
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge looked absolutely spectacular at a reception in Victoria, British Columbia, Monday night, wearing a bold red Preen gown w...

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How to encourage your kid to speak Mandarin

Raising a child to speak two languages doesn’t always go according to plan.
For example, your preschooler can speak and understand her mother tongue, yet, she doesn’t speak it – when you talk to her in Mandarin, she insists on replying in English.
No matter how much you encourage her to use...

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PSLE success: 12 year old boy with cerebral palsy and mild autism did his parents proud

Many Singaporean parents are focused on their children’s endless pursuit of degrees.
But Mr David Heng, 42, has a different set of expectations for 12-year-old Nicholas.
Rather than getting into a good school, Mr Heng just hopes for his son to be independent, tenacious and...

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She conceives first baby naturally at age 41, after 6 years of infertility

Pregnant for the first time at age 41, Samantha Lim was well-aware of the risks of health complications. What she wasn’t prepared for was the stigma attached to being an older mum. 
Some people expressed disbelief that she could conceive naturally so late in life, while others wondered al...

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Quora: Is It Ever Ok to Touch a Stranger's Baby?

Do parents mind if a stranger interacts with their baby like touch his cheeks and compliment on the baby’s cuteness? originally appeared on Quora – the knowledge sharing network where compelling questions are answered by people with unique insights.


Answer by Ambra Benjamin,...

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JD Gershbein: The Millenial Trailblazer

Much has been written on the generational shift taking place in the global workforce. As Milllenials, or Gen Yers, stream into the workplace, and Gen Xers reach the next rung on the corporate ladder, the baby boomers are being steadily displaced. Running parallel with this youth movement...

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There Is Nothing Better Than This Prince Harry Hug Right Now

Prince Harry has a way of impressing and delighting us just about every time he makes an official appearance. Between his work for mental health, his commitment to causes that are important to him and, OK, that smile, there’s much Harry is doing right these days. 
That lovableness was all th...

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Local musician Benjamin Kheng shares heartwarming PSLE story in viral post

His mother died two days before the first major examination in his life.
And even though years have passed, those dark days stay deep in the mind of Benjamin Kheng.
The frontman of local band The Sam Willows shared a moving Facebook post of his personal tragedy on Friday afternoon, a day...

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Are you guilty of being a weekend parent to your baby?

You leave your baby with the in-laws and take him home only on weekends, because you and your husband work long hours.
Will your little one suffer because you’re not there every day?
“In an ideal world, a child would be nurtured and cared for by a stay-at-home parent, but that option ...

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Jerry Zezima: "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby"

Ever since my second grandchild, Lilly, was born in October, people have been asking who she looks like.


It’s hard to say because babies change by the hour, and need to be changed just as often, but I can tell you this: Because Lilly is so beautiful, she doesn’t look like...

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Like You, The Duchess Of Cambridge Just Can't Kiss Summer Goodbye

Some people readily embrace all that is good about the onset of cooler temperatures, like seasonal beverages and cozy, layered clothing. 
Others ― like us, and apparently the duchess formerly known as Kate Middleton ― have more trouble letting go of summer. 



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7 year old Singapore girl diagnosed with disorder that stops her from walking

She and her mother used to go on long walks at Bedok Reservoir.
Now, seven-year-old Qatrina Yusri needs a walker and sometimes a wheelchair to move about.
She was diagnosed with a rare disease called Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) in April. It is an inherited neurological condition...

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KiasuParents co-founder speaks up about son's PSLE results

Madam Soon Lee Yong, co-founder of popular parenting forum KiasuParents.com, has posted an open letter on the website, following criticism over her reported response to her son’s Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) results.
This was after an article by Today newspaper published o...

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First postnatal check-up after giving birth: what you can expect

What should you expect from your first check-up after delivery? We ask Dr Goh Shen Li, a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist in S L Goh Women’s Clinic at Mount Alvernia Medical Centre D. 
Your doctor will usually ask to see you between two and six weeks after you give birth, depending ...

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44 'Gilmore Girls'-Themed Baby Products To Transport You To Stars Hollow

As a show about a strong mother-daughter bond, “Gilmore Girls” has brought together family members across generations. 
Now, as fans of the show are growing older, they’re passing their love for Lorelai, Rory and the rest of the Gilmore crew down to their children.
In honor of the upcoming (N...

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Prince William And Duchess Kate Make The Best Mental Health Team

When it comes to mental health, the royals get it.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry slammed the stigma surrounding mental illness at a World Mental Health Day event at the London Eye on Monday. They also encouraged people experiencing behavioral health conditions to reach ...

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12 year old boy overcame illness to pass PSLE

Abbas Esoof Saleh suffers from a kidney condition which causes him to feel weak after strenuous activities and makes him prone to falling ill easily.
“If I overexert myself, I would feel dizzy or tired,” he said.
But despite his condition, the Primary 6 pupil at Greenwood...

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Mom Of 3 Celebrates Graduation With Inspiring Breastfeeding Photo

A young mother’s graduation photos are spreading an inspiring message to parents.  
On Sunday, mom of three Jennifer Burman graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in Southern California with a degree in restaurant and hospitality business management. To commemorate the occasion, she posted a photo of ...

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ASOS Launched A Princess Diana-Inspired Collection And We Royally Love It

It’s one of the most memorable LBDs of all time: Princess Diana, in a pearl choker, walking across a lawn in 1994 in a black off-the-shoulder dress by Greek designer Christina Stambolian.



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PSLE 2016 success stories: she went from from F to A* in English

From an F to A* in English, Julia Wong had plenty to celebrate yesterday when she collected her Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) results.
The Ahmad Ibrahim Primary School pupil also received an A* for mathematics, and two As for her science and Chinese subjects.
“I...

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Try Not To Smile Watching This Baby Get Her Hair Washed

A precious video is reminding us that the simplest things in life are often the most beautiful.
On Saturday, Taveon Glenn shared a video on Facebook of his newborn daughter getting her hair washed. Baby Amira’s face as she feels the suds and water is pure bliss, and the two and a half min...

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Alexis Abramson, Ph.D.: Women Over 50 Are Shaping America"s Political Destiny

What a year 2016 has been! For American politics, it’s the year women truly came into their own as a political force. By now we are all clearly aware that it was the first time in history that a woman was nominated as the presidential candidate of a major party. That was no small...

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12 Thanksgiving-Themed Names For November Babies

If you’re still looking for a name for your late November baby, there are several interesting baby names tied to the Thanksgiving holiday, from arrivals on the Mayflower to those who established it as a national holiday to the perennial parade. Here are some of the best Thanksgiving-related n...

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We Were Not Expecting This Bold Print On The Duchess Of Cambridge

Every time we think we’ve got the Duchess of Cambridge’s signature style down to a science, she goes and pulls a fast one on us.
Surprises include sheer gowns, sun dresses in cold temperatures and now, this: a very large, very bold floral print on white from Alexander McQueen. 


While she’s ...

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Should you negotiate with your child?

First things first – some issues have no room for discussion. For example, your child is never allowed to open medicine bottles or run across a busy road.
But there is a potential for negotiation in other areas of conflict.
For example, forcing her to wear a red T-shirt when she loves the g...

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Where to find halal food in Japan

In a humble 70-year-old restaurant in a city two hours north of Tokyo, owner Dainari Goka serves up piping hot bowls of ramen and plates of gyoza dumplings – with a twist.
These dishes are made using halal meats, with chicken as the broth for the ramen, and tempeh (a soy product) and...

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Mum robbed while on holiday with baby: we were left with nothing!

Robbed while on vacation alone with her six-month-old son, Victoria Deng recalls her chilling encounter and what she learnt from it.
In July 2015, I set off on a two-week holiday with my then-six-month-old son, Owen. It was a break I was looking forward to – a free-and-easy journey through t...

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What a Cutie December 2016 winners

To take part, upload a clear JPEG photo of your child (at least 300dpi) and fill in your details. Terms and conditions apply.  
TERMS & CONDITIONS This promotion is open to all Singapore residents excep employees of Singapore Press Holdings Limited and their immediate family, the sp...

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March 1 - April 1: Celebrate 35 Years with Post-it® Brand

Celebrate 35 Years with Post-it® Brand


This giveaway ended at 12AM on Friday, April 01.


The boom box, Kodak digital camera, and the Sony Walkman were all invented within the same decade as the Post-it® Note. As the Post-it® Brand celebrates its 35th anniversary, we are celebrating th...

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This Kid"s Dwight Schrute Costume Beets The Rest Of Them

A Halloween costume so cute it’d make even Dwight Schrute crack a smile. 
Ashley Gill is a mom from Chandler, Arizona, who decided to dress her 2-year-old son Lincoln as the beet-loving paper salesman from “The Office.” Little Lincoln wore a short-sleeved mustard yellow button-down, wire-r...

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Sarah Ferguson Says This Royal Family Member Still Makes Her Nervous

Twenty years have passed since Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew divorced. But after all these years, there’s still one member of the royal family Fergie finds intimidating: Her former mother-in-law Queen Elizabeth II. (Hey, who wouldn’t be a little nervous in the queen’s presence? The woman i...

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Singapore mum charged with murder of 5 year old boy, dad arrested for hurting him

A 24-year-old woman was charged on Oct 27 with the murder of her five-year-old son.
No plea was taken from Azlin Arujunah, who allegedly committed the offence with her 24-year-old husband Ridzuan Mega Abdul Rahman at a flat in Lorong 1, Toa Payoh, between Oct 17 and 22.
The prosecution...

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Singapore kids with moderate to severe special needs must attend government-funded schools from 2019

Starting from 2019, children with moderate to severe special needs will need to attend publicly-funded schools, just like all other children in Singapore.
The move to extend the Compulsory Education Act to this group of children will take effect from the Primary 1 cohort three years from...

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Hong Kong’s Tai Cheong Bakery opens Singapore outlet

After setting up two pop-up stalls and a four-month-old takeaway kiosk at Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Tai Cheong Bakery from Hong Kong opens its first restaurant today at Holland Village.
The 60-seat eatery at 31 Lorong Liput sells its popular baked goods such as its signature egg tart...

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2 year old fell out of family car, ran over by another vehicle: fatal accident

A two-year-old boy in Johor Bahru was killed after falling out of the family car and being run over by another vehicle behind it.
The boy – identified as Jayden Goh Hao Zheng – died while on the way to the hospital during the 8.20pm incident in Jalan Lebuh Cemerlang on Saturday,...

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Win! Jelly Fun and Chocolate Lolly Makers worth $64.80

Be one of 50 lucky winners to each receive Jelly Fun and Chocolate Lolly Makers worth $64.80 by answering a simple question.
Promotion ends December 21, 2016.

 
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March 1 - April 1: The Commuter by Spyder ($49.99 value)

The Commuter by Spyder ($49.99 value)


This giveaway ended at 12AM on Friday, April 01.


The Commuter by Spyder presents a super convenient, 3-in-1 device that incorporates a battery, car charger and wall charger into a single portable unit. Ideal for travel, the minimalistic and...

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The Heartwarming Reason One College Student Brings Her Baby To Class

A professor in South Carolina goe above and beyond to support her student. 
New mom and college senior, Sarah Thompson, posted a photo on Facebook that she took during her math class at Lander University. The photo shows a professor, Dr. Josie Ryan, holding Thompson’s newborn son, Isaiah, du...

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Prince Harry"s Rumored New Girlfriend Is Just Like Us

Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle are two people who may or may not be dating, but certainly seem pretty well suited for one another.
Stories have emerged the world over claiming the two are an item, citing anonymous “close friend” sources and “evidence” including what appear to...

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Will these 3 Singapore girls be the next big singing sensations after Nathan Hartono?

 
She wants to sing with Taylor Swift
She has big dreams and wants to sing with Taylor Swift. 
Quite an ambition perhaps, but at 11, Melissa Wei-En Hecker has already performed at local singer-songwriter Dick Lee‘s 60th birthday concert.
Says the Primary Five student: “That was o...

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Mindchamps preschool rated top player by SG millennial parents

Parents of the the current generation of pre-schoolers consider MindChamps a “top-of-the-mind” brand, according to Asia-wide market research.
For this reason, the pre-school operator, which was founded in Australia in 1998 and opened in Singapore in 2002, has won the Influential...

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Recipe: Japanese omu rice balls

Serves 2
Ingredients
30g minced garlic 80g corn kernels 80g green bell peppers, diced½ tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil 2 tbsp tomato paste 300g cooked rice, chilled overnight ¾ tsp light soya sauce A dash of white pepper 3 eggsA handful of bonito flakes*
Directions
1 In a pan over medium heat, saute ...

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It's a baby girl for MP Sun Xueling

Member of Parliament Sun Xueling gave birth to a daughter on Wednesday (Nov 16).
She posted a photo of her newborn, Sophie, on Facebook on Thursday afternoon.
“Welcomed Baby Sophie to the family yesterday 😉 Warm gratitude to the doctors and nurses who tended to me and great thanks to r...

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March 1 - April 1: Sinful Colors

Sinful Colors


This giveaway ended at 12AM on Friday, April 01.


Live in Colorland: Dreamlike colors and fantastical finishes, including porcelain matte pastels and intense sugar textured brights.

SRP: $1.99 per bottle
On counter March – June 2016  
Live in Colorland Limited E...

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Mary Ellen Harte: Climate Change This Week: Poverty Predicted, The China Model, and More!

The Green Winner We Need to Tackle Climate Change – vote for a safe future for your children, and for the planet they call home. Clinton is going to need a green senate, too, so don’t forget to vote for Congress candidates who support climate action! Source...

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Anne Biging: A German Love Letter to Americans

This is a love letter to you from a German baby boomer, who came to the USA in the 1970’s. Back then, I studied at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, and totally fell in love with you. It’s true. I love Americans. I love your boldness, your openness, your beauty, your...

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30 Beautiful Baby Names For Girls That Aren"t Overdone

There are many ways to gauge a baby name’s popularity. Nameberry maintains the Nameberry Top 1000 Names list, based on the individual name pages that receive the most visitors. 
Our top 1000 list may resemble the U.S. Social Security Administration’s top 1000 names list ― everybody loves Char...

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Duchess Kate And Paris Hilton Have Something In Common

Turns out if it’s good enough for an heiress, it’s good enough for a duchess, too.
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attended two events in London Thursday night wearing a stunning white crochet-topped gown by Self-Portrait ― an unexpectedly edgy choice.



David M. Benett via Getty Images

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Only 9 years old, but this Singapore boy has 5 brain tumours in three years

Up until the age of six, Javier Lim (pictured) was a healthy and active preschooler whose idea of a fun day was an afternoon jaunt at the playground.
But all that changed when doctors found tumours in his brain, each about the size of a marble, three years ago.
Now nine years old, Javier...

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Quiz: Are you raising a money smart child?

Take this quiz to find out if you are raising a child who is materialistic or money smart.




November 8, 2016




Are you raising a child who is materialistic or money smart? Alfred Chia, CEO of Singcapital, suggests this quick quiz to help you see where you can...

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kid-friendly recipe: Chick Pull-apart Bao

Makes 6 bao
Bao dough recipeIngredients85 bao flour/Hong Kong flour (add more as needed)10g sugar2g instant dry yeast45ml warm milk or soymilk (no more than 40°C, if its too hot it will kill the yeast)1/2 Tbsp salad oil1/3 tsp salt1 tsp purple sweet potato powder (optional)1/4 tsp matcha ...

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1 month old Singapore baby died after co-sleeping with parents

A month-old baby who slept with her parents was found unresponsive hours later with vomit residue on her face and foam in her mouth.
The baby was rushed to Khoo Teck Puat General Hospital, but was declared dead soon after. The tragedy happened on New Year’s Day this year.
In the ...

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March 1 - April 1: Fresh Monster

Fresh Monster


This giveaway ended at 12AM on Friday, April 01.


Challenge: As a parent, you’re deeply concerned about what goes on your child’s hair & body. So when buying haircare products for kids, you don’t want to have to choose between effectiveness, safety...

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Sandra Basile: Baby Not Sleeping Through the Night? Here"s Why.

As a mother of a 9 month old, I have become happily accustomed to sleepless nights. My son consistently falls asleep around 7:00 pm and awakes around 6:30 am, but he requires nighttime parenting to fall asleep and to stay asleep. After he falls asleep, he wakes up every hour and half to two...

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Renee Fisher: The Day I Enjoyed "Fine Dining" With Friends

Life in the Boomer Lane went to lunch yesterday with two friends. While they dined, they discussed important topics like politics, travel, and getting naked in a hot tub (prior life experiences with, not the possibility that the three of them would engage in such activity after...

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Ashton Kutcher Gets Real About The Struggle Of Choosing A Baby Name

Ashton Kutcher is no stranger to the baby name game. Though he and his wife, Mila Kunis, named their daughter Wyatt Isabelle, they’re keeping silent about the name they’ve chosen for baby number two ― a boy, who is reportedly due in mere weeks. 
Appearing on “Conan” Wednesday, Kutcher talked ...

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Prince Harry Confirms His New Relationship For A Pretty Awful Reason

Ray Tamarra via Getty Images


Meghan Markle, Prince Harry’s new girlfriend. 



The statement released Tuesday by Kensington Palace not only confirms Harry’s relationship with Markle ― it’s been going on for “a few months,” apparently ― but expressed Harry’s dislike for the treatment ...

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Posting photos of children on Facebook: are you invading their privacy?

It is every teenager’s worst nightmare: friends come around and your parents are determined to embarrass you to death by bringing out the family photo albums.
In the past, it was possible to destroy the evidence, or at least silence the witnesses, but thanks to social media, kids are...

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Nurturing bilingualism and creativity

PAT’S SCHOOLHOUSE SPECIAL

Creativity is one of the most important characteristics you can nurture in your child to build a strong foundation for the future. 
For 28 years, Pat’s Schoolhouse has been transforming the lives of children aged two months to six years old, with its aw...

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These roads have lower ERP rates during Dec school holidays 2016

The Land Transport Authority has recently announced that the ERP rates will be reduced for the school holidays.



November 18, 2016





Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) at selected roads and expressways will be reduced for the upcoming December school holidays,...

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Toy video: Is this the coolest car racing set for your toddler this Christmas?

If your little one is into car toys, the Oball Go Grippers Bounce ’N Zoom Speedway will make a great gift for his birthday or Christmas.



November 18, 2016




If your little one is into car toys, the Oball Go Grippers Bounce ’N Zoom Speedway will make a great gi...

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November 18 - November 30: Slow Cooker Family Favorites

Slow Cooker Family Favorites


Enter this giveaway through 12AM on Wednesday, November 30.


Fall is officially here! That means back to busy school schedules, chilly evenings, and pretty soon, the holiday season will be in full swing. Maggie Shi’s new Slow Cooker Family Favorites...

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Mary Ellen Harte: Climate Change This Week: Ghost Forests, Sahara Solar, and More!

Today, the Earth got a little hotter, and a little more crowded.


And the chances of Donald Trump’s family and fortune surviving climate change are small, dwindling daily and irreversibly.





Saving BUB, Beautiful Unique Biodiversity, as in these Crested Guineafowl found in...

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Marty Rudoy: The Baby Boomer Generation Is ThisClose To Achieving Its Potential (VIDEOS)

I have long felt that the baby boomer generation, my generation, did not fulfill its potential after a promising start in the late 1960s. 


Whichever side we were on, we learned who we were and what we wanted our country to be during the Vietnam War. The Beatles were our sou...

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Princess Diana Fans Should Start Planning A Trip To London Now

Royal enthusiasts should start planning a trip to London early next year. 
Kensington Palace announced Tuesday that a new exhibit featuring Princess Diana’s extensive wardrobe will go on display Feb. 24. Titled “Diana: Her Fashion Story,” the show was commissioned to celebrate Diana’s life, ...

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How to stop overprotecting your child

Since I became a mum, one of the things I’ve come to dread is when my 10-year-old son comes down with a cough.
What is an easily resolved ailment for many children could mean otherwise for those with sensitive airways or asthma.
My first-born is prone to asthmatic wheezing, often...

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New film on teen suicides in Singapore hits out at parents’ expectations

Teen suicides so concerned them that they made a film addressing the issue and are releasing it just before the PSLE results are announced later this month.
Mr Jerome Lau, 39 (pictured, left), and Mr Stanley Yap, 42 (pictured, right), the owners of Splash Productions, started the company...

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Singapore family robbed on North-South Highway in Malaysia

The gang of bikers did not care that there were an elderly woman and a child in the car.
They were out to terrorise the driver and his three passengers in the Singapore-registered Mercedes Benz into handing over their money and valuables.
The Singaporean family had to endure a 45-minute...

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What to cook during pregnancy: mee goreng recipe

Serves 2
Ingredients 
12 large grey prawns (250g with shells on)1 tsp light soya sauce1 tbsp cooking oil½ yellow onion (50g), sliced thinly3 cloves garlic, minced120g cai xin, or any green leafy vegetable120g bean sprouts3 tbsp water, optional1 very ripe juicy tomato (80g), cut into wedges1 ...

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Baby Baby Exhibition happening from 2-4 Dec 2016!

 
Enjoy exclusive discounts on more than 500 essential items for pregnancy and babycare at Baby Baby 2016 (Year-end Edition)! Baby Baby is happening on 2-4 Dec, 11am-9pm daily at Singapore Expo Hall 6.
❤ Grab great offers on mummy trusted Milk Powder Brands such as Abbott, Enfagrow and S26 an...

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November 1 - November 11: 4 Tickets to Max and Ruby on December 4th, 2016 at the NYCB Theatre at Westbury

4 Tickets to Max and Ruby on December 4th, 2016 at the NYCB Theatre at Westbury


This giveaway ended at 12AM on Friday, November 11.



Max
& Ruby bring to life a wonderful tradition this holiday season as
they take to the stage their most magical performance yet! Inspired by
one...

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This Baby Looks Just Like Danny DeVito

Look out, tiny Gordon Ramsay! There’s a new baby doppelgänger in town: Baby Danny DeVito.
On Tuesday, mom Shannon Bihamta posted a photo of her son Logan on Reddit. “My son used to look like Danny DeVito,” she wrote.



Shannon Bihamta



Shannon told The Huffington Post she took this pictur...

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Mary Eileen Williams: Older Job-Seeker? 3 Super One-liners You Have Got To Use!

Want to learn how to combat ageism by using a few simple phrases? If so, read on…


Small changes can create big outcomes. Nowhere is this more evident than in a job search. Despite the fact that ageism is a pervasive, albeit mostly silent, deterrent to finding work, there are several...

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Fierce Is The Only Word For The Duchess Of Cornwall"s All-Female Security Team

So fierce, even Beyoncé would approve.
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, paid a royal visit to the United Arab Emirates this week, where an all-female security team accompanied her around:


Camilla’s protective squad were picked from among the more than 50 women who serve in the UAE’s pres...

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Singapore girl with Moebius Syndrome thrives in special needs school

Nine-year-old Jarene Hong, who studies at a special education (Sped) school, has a rare condition that affects her face and throat muscles.
Called Moebius Syndrome, the condition makes her unable to swallow and she has to be fed through a tube in her stomach. It does not affect her...

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Gutsy girl overcomes dyslexia to become a teacher

Gutsy girl overcomes dyslexia to enter uni and become teacher
When she was six years old, Ms Bianca Tan had a secret even she was unaware of. She could not read.
Words move. “B” becomes “d”, “u” becomes “n”. She skips words and lines. She...

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Video: Pokemon Research Exhibit at Resorts World Sentosa

Put your Pokemon knowledge to the test with the Pokemon Research Exhibition.



November 16, 2016




Wondering if the Pokemon Research Exhibition at Resorts World Sentosa is worth a visit this school holiday? 
Watch the video below to find out what you can do t...

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This Singapore doctor has cared for over 17,000 premature babies!

Born much earlier than their due date, preemies are ill-equipped to leave their mums’ womb. But with loving and expert care from veteran neonatologist Roy Joseph and his team, some 5,450 severely premature babies have had a stab at survival. 
Born before 33 weeks and usually weighing under 1...

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November 1 - November 4: Bad Moms, starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell and Kathryn Hahn (3 winners)

Bad Moms, starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell and Kathryn Hahn (3 winners)


This giveaway ended at 12AM on Friday, November 04.


In this hilarious and heartfelt comedy from the writing duo behind The Hangover, Amy (Mila Kunis) has a seemingly perfect life – a great marriage,...

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Janet Miller: 4 Big-Ticket Baby Registry Items for the Health Conscious Parent

Having a baby is a hectic but beautiful time in life. This new bundle of joy brings with it fresh challenges, experiences, and different ways to incorporate a healthy lifestyle.


With the excitement of a new baby comes the stress of creating a baby registry. The baby market is huge due to...

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Dr. Robert Johnson: The Looming Retirement Issue Absent From The Political Debate

This year’s presidential contest is truly one for the ages. The candidates for our country’s highest office have certainly focused on many worthy topics including economic growth, national security, immigration, international trade and foreign policy. Unfortunately, the...

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12 Vampire-Themed Baby Names For Horror-Loving Parents

Just in time for Halloween, how about baby naming inspiration straight out of Transylvania? Fictional vampires number in the thousands, from old school horror movies to modern day romances. Their names tend to marry a certain glamorous, foreign vibe with a surprisingly accessible style....

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Viral video of Singapore boy beaten up: It was not bullying says victim

A recent video clip showing a teen being beaten by two other boys at a staircase landing has sparked online outrage over bullying.
But there is more to the case than meets the eye, The New Paper learnt, after speaking to the victim and one of his attackers.
The incident occurred at about...

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Uber-like carpool service for Singapore school kids in 2017

A new Uber-like service set to launch in 2017 aims to get children to carpool to school by having parents who are driving their children pick up others along the way.
But a school transport association yesterday raised concerns over whether the Schoolber service – which started taking r...

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Singapore mum’s Samsung washing machine catches fire, should you worry?

The burnt smell that engulfed her Bukit Panjang flat came from an unlikely source: the back of her washing machine.
But the small fire soon engulfed the appliance and melted her bathroom door, filling her flat with smoke.
She called the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) and its...

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Pregnancy recipe: water chestnut cream

WATER CHESTNUT CREAM
Makes 4 servings 
Ingredients
200ml water
130g rock sugar
4 pandan leaves, knotted
500ml unsweetened high-calcium soya milk 
385g fresh water chestnuts, peeled and chopped coarsely
80g canned ginkgo nuts
100ml low-fat/trim coconut milk
1 egg, lightly b...

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November 15 - December 1: Motorola Talkabout T100 Series ($35.99 value)

Motorola Talkabout T100 Series ($35.99 value)


Enter this giveaway through 12AM on Thursday, December 01.


The Motorola Talkabout T100 series of two-way radios are compact and easy-to-use. The small size is ideal for elementary age children who aren’t in the cell phone stage...

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Mary Ellen Harte: Climate Change This Week: Losing Noah"s Ark, Surging Solar Power, and More!

Today, the Earth got a little hotter, and a little more crowded.





Saving BUB, Beautiful Unique Biodiversity, as in this Giant Elephant Shrew (cousins to elephants, not American shrews), is another reason to preserve carbon storing forests. Credit John White at calphotos.berkeley.edu...

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Toby Nwazor: This is How the Millennials Are Using Their Value System to Improve Life Productivity

To the baby boomer generation, pension plans, a straight career path, and a corner office were more important. The baby boomers believe in committing a substantial duration of their careers to a particular organization.


This is not the same value system or driving force of the...

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These Traditionally "Boy" Names Are Becoming Popular For Girls

We all know about the once traditionally male names like Madison, Addison, Harper and Alexis that have become popular girls’ names.
Then there are the newer names crossing the gender divide toward the girls’ side. These names may still be more widely used for boys, but they have now moved int...

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Leaving kids at home alone: when is the right age?

Every parent is eventually faced with the conundrum of whether or not to leave their child unsupervised but, here’s how to tell how old is old enough.



November 12, 2016





Nur Syahamah Syahrom’s grandmother had just left her house for 15 minutes before tra...

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Singapore children with special needs will get more help after graduation

From next year, all special education (Sped) schools will receive a guide to help their students move on after graduation.
The guide is titled Transition Planning For Living, Learning And Working – Making It Happen.
A training programme will also be made available to support Sped...

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Catch the biggest supermoon of 2016 on Nov 14

Supermoons may not be that uncommon but the next one on Nov 14 is extra special.
The next full moon will be the closest to Earth since 1948, and this means it will look bigger than it ever did in the past 70 years.
The next time the Moon appears this size will not be until Nov 25,...

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Recipe for baby: French toast sticks with cheese

Serves 1
Ingredients1 slice of bread (preferably wholemeal) 1 egg yolk 30ml milk (breast milk or formula) 1 cube cheese 
Method1. Remove crust from bread. 2. Add yolk to milk. Whisk gently to combine. 3. Dip bread into the mixture. Coat both sides evenly. 4. Place bread in a toaster oven. He...

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9 Simple Tricks to Organize Your Kids' Playroom

Did the holidays leave you with toy overload and a playroom that looks like something out of a natural disaster movie? Get the most use out of your child’s toys and space with these simple and kid-friendly ways to organize your child’s playroom.

by...

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Win! A Shopkins Kinstructions Toy Set worth $69.90

Be one of 27 lucky winners to each receive Win! A Shopkins Kinstructions Toy Set worth $69.90 by answering a simple question.
Promotion ends November 21, 2016.

 
TERMS & CONDITIONS This promotion is open to all Singapore residents except employees of Singapore Press Holdings Limited and...

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November 1 - November 30: Bag Tags from Label Land

Bag Tags from Label Land


Enter this giveaway through 12AM on Wednesday, November 30.


Keep track of backpacks, bags and luggage with sturdy metal tag and ball chain.

Size: 1.5″ x 2.4″
Includes ball chain that attaches easily to any strap. 
Up to 4 lines of text (for name/ ...

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Emily Shackelton: How I Learned To Cope With Working Mom Guilt

Sometimes, on the way to a dream, you get lost and find a better one. – author unknown


Music fills every corner of my memories. Having a career as a songwriter has been my life’s ultimate dream. Who cared about the years spent waiting, working overtime, hoping against the odds...

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500,000 Baby Turtles Will Be Released To Help Save Vulnerable Species

Conservationists have a reason to shell-abrate.
On Saturday, environmental authorities and community caretakers in Peru released almost 17,000 newborn yellow-spotted Amazon River turtles into the wild. The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the animals as vulnerable on ...

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Frederick W. Schmidt: 4 Choices Boomers Made That Are Killing Mainline Protestantism

Earlier this month the Public Religion Research Institute released new statistics that chronicle the demographic shifts in religious affiliation. The one group that has grown exponentially is the so-called “Nones,” or religiously unaffiliated. The unaffiliated now represent 25...

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Mallory Moss: From 1908 To 2016: How The Cubs Were Named To Win The World Series

It is a foregone conclusion that the Chicago Cubs will win the 2016 World Series. How, you ask? Well Dr. Mallory Katz of BabyNames.com analyzed the names of both the 1908 and 2016 rosters and came to the realization that, by any other name, this year the Cubs will be champions once...

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What to do when your child sings sexy songs

Your six-year-old loves singing lines from pop tunes, and you love watching her performing those musical numbers. 
But what if she’s belting out words like “Hey, sexy lady”, “Can you blow my whistle, baby”, or “I got passion in my pants and I ain’t afraid to show it”? Suddenly, you start to ...

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Why your child’s marks drop in Primary 4 and Primary 5

It is common for pupils’ results to dip in upper primary school as they adjust to more subjects and tougher content – and parents need to readjust their expectations.
The introduction of science as the fourth subject at Primary 3 is one factor, but the increasing complexity of...

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Kid-friendly recipe: Matcha popsicles

Well-known food blogger, Shirley Wong, also known as Little Miss Bento, shares with us this cool recipe from her latest book – Kawaii Sweet Treats.



November 3, 2016





Makes 4 popsicles
Ingredients 30g matcha powder200ml milk2 egg yolks, at room ...

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Baby does not want to take medicine: what to do

Baby won’t take her medication. What should you do? We ask Dr Natalie Epton, specialist paediatrician and neonatologist at International Paediatric Clinic.
Try not to force-feed her as this makes your baby more agitated and increases the chances of her vomiting afterwards. 
Instead, give her...

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Win! From Kid To King: The Joseph Schooling story worth $16

Stand to WIN, From Kid To King: The Joseph Schooling story worth $16!
To win, simply answer a simple question on the form below.
Contest ends Tuesday, Nov 8. Good luck!
  
Synopsis
This is a story of a boy named Joseph, whose love for water fuels his desire to be an Olympic swimming cha...

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November 1 - December 1: IDO3D Vertical

IDO3D Vertical


Enter this giveaway through 12AM on Thursday, December 01.


RedwoodVentures
introduces IDO3D Vertical. IDO3D Vertical
enables children to draw and sculpt in mid
air using cool 3D ink that turns from liquid
to solid instantly! Kids can use the familiar
form factor of a...

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