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Raising a preschooler is as rewarding as it is challenging and stressful. It marks the beginning of your child exploring the world around them, gaining some independence, and developing their own identity and personality.     As a parent, you will go through a series of adjustments, as do every preschooler. Just remember to shower your child with as much support and encouragement to help you grow and thrive in their new environment.   To help you out, here are some other parenting strategies to follow to help you navigate early childhood education and lead your child to success!   1. Acknowledge that transitions aren’t easy   The transition to preschool can be challenging, so give yourself and your child time to adjust to a new set of routines.   There will be times when your child may not want to get ready for school or bed or stop playing – and that’s okay! You may even find it difficult to get up from bed earlier than you’re used to.   The first st...

Early childhood education is one of the most critical stages in every child’s life. Although it’s not mandatory for children in Singapore, most parents see the benefits of enrolling their children in a preschool. Preschools across Singapore have different approaches and philosophies to early childhood education, with some prioritising a certain type of education system over the other. That’s why it’s crucial for parents to fully understand each educational approach and their differences in order to know the best programme for their children. And that’s what we’re here to help you with today! Read on below to learn more about the different early childhood education programmes and how to choose the right one for your child. 1. Montessori Approach Montessori is one of the most popular early childhood education approaches across preschools in Singapore, developed by its namesake Dr. Maria Montessori. It’s based on the belief that children learn best through hands-on experiences ...

Motherhood doesn’t come with a manual, but it does come with unlimited support and advice from fellow mummies who know what you’re going through. It’s one of those things you can only learn as you go along. As a new mum, you don’t have to figure out everything on your own and all at once. Bringing your little one home from the hospital is definitely an exciting milestone, but it can feel overwhelming and stressful as well. So for all the new mums and soon-to-be-mums out there, we’ve put together a quick infant care guide that will help you navigate the early days of motherhood! 1.      Give yourself time to learn No matter how many best-selling parenting books you’ve read or how much parenting advice you’ve received, you won’t have it all figured out from day one. Whether it’s feeding or soothing your newborn baby, you’re bound to make mistakes and learn from them along the way. Your baby doesn’t need a perfect parent, they just need a parent who’s always do...

Choosing a daycare centre is one of the most important decisions that every parent will have to make. Since the first few years of your baby are crucial, you need to look for a place that can nurture all aspects of child development, from cognitive and social skills to motor skills. Finding the right daycare centre will be quite a challenge, but keeping a few basic points in mind can help! We’re here to share our infant care guide on how to choose the best child care for your little bundle of joy. Whether you’re thinking of home-based care or group daycare, here’s how to go about the search for the best one. Do some research The Internet is your best friend if you’re looking for the most recommended child care centres in the area. A quick Google search can lead you to several nearby daycare centres worth adding to your list. You can check out Google Reviews to see what fellow parents had to say about their child’s experience at those child care centres. Be wary of online reviews, thou...