Research shows that 60% of a child’s growth in height happens within the first five years of life, yet stunted growth – a prevalent form of malnutrition – affects 1 in 5 children aged five and below in Malaysia. Without timely intervention, stunted children are not only physically smaller but may experience long-term effects on their health, school performance and future work capacity. Continue reading
If you’re a mom of a picky little eater, we can imagine how tired and anxious mealtimes can get in your household! All that fussing and turning meals away can be exasperating, isn’t it? It doesn’t have to be that way; you know? Continue reading
Since the pandemic hit, the world of education has turned topsy-turvy as teachers and students alike struggle to adjust to online classes and all the challenges that come with it, and on a large scale too! It’s been tough on teachers and students, but no less tough on parents too, especially those with kindergarten children! Continue reading
Before the late 20th century, very little was known or medically researched about autism spectrum disorder. Fast forward to 2021, astounding discoveries and advancements continue to surface, making it possible for children on the spectrum to get the education they need, lead normal lives and achieve their full potential.
While pregnancy may be synonymous with quite a number of discomforts, inside and out, ask any new mom and you’ll soon learn that many of these don’t exactly disappear once the baby is out! In fact, as some moms report, they may even get worse, and stay that way for some time.
Pregnant moms are vulnerable to a host of health issues, especially if they aren’t careful about taking care of themselves. Anything can go wrong, from developing gestational diabetes to food poisoning, and even having an accident that may result in a miscarriage.
Husband: Errr…Darling, we’ve all the 5Cs, but I feel we have another C missing!
Wife: Let’s go through the directory and make an appointment with a doctor… Continue reading
A couple of decades ago, this would not have been such a dilemma, but today, with the number of brands in the market, and each offering a variety of different features, parents may find themselves overwhelmed trying to pick out the ideal diaper for their baby’s needs.
As parents, I’m sure you’ve all been there before, having to contend with an unhappy child due to various possible reasons. In most cases, these incidents don’t last and the child is his usual self again. There are cases however when parents find that their child is almost always unhappy, easily agitated, and cross all the time.
