Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2016 i Young Parents

When I first joined the magazine nine years ago, I was surprised to learn that the art team spent hours hanging around family-friendly malls, looking for fresh-faced children for our cover and fashion shoots. Soon, I, too, was co-opted into this practice, approaching random parents and helpers just so I could pass them my name card. These days, we hardly do that. Instead, we follow kids with the X factor on Instagram. I am constantly amazed at the number of children today who know how to pose before they can walk. Whose #ootd photos garner thousands of likes from adoring fans. Who get free clothes – and some even get paid per post. So in this Baby Style Issue (from page 34), we talk to the mums behind some of…

rockin’ good times This is not your grandmother’s rocking chair. Measuring a diminutive 64cm in height, it’s tiny enough for your preschooler to clamber on by herself, and modern enough to be the highlight of your living room. Rattan kids’ rocking chairs, $83.50 each, from Decordinary. wearable art This phrase is a fitting description of Singaporean kids’ fashion label Cavalier – its collections are certainly not for the shy child. Its Autumn/Winter range offers its signature grey tones with flashes of colour, like the Ziggy Stardust-inspired sweater, leggings and reversible aviator hat (not pictured). Prices start from US$30 (S$41) and there’s free shipping worldwide if you spend US$250 or more. Find it at Threadbare & Squirrel, Kids21, Kapok@NDC, Egg3 @ Katong, or online at www.cavaliervault.com . cool…

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cool picks 1 Chequered overalls, $44, from Chateau de Sable 2 Bucket hat, $24.95, from Seed Heritage 3 Socks, $6, from Privikids 4 Fawn plush toy, $50, from Jo & Mink 5 Bisgaard leather shoes, $169, from The Shoe Co. 6 Petit Collage bamboo push toy, $42.90, from Tinydipity 7 Twill shorts, $21.90, from Mothercare 8 Pom-pom cardigan, $49.95, from Seed Heritage 9 Plush cushion, $68, from Littleoddforest 10 Ostheimer natural wood rocking bear, $22, from Playhao 11 Finn+Emma organic cotton knitted booties, $40, from Lillie and Luca 12 Toadstool night light, $75.90, from Deer Industries 13 Natural wood teething ring, $24, from Organic Baby Gifts 14 Cotton Mary Janes, $65, from The Saga Seed 15 Fish print T-shirt, $24.95, from Seed Heritage colour my world 1 Itzy Ritzy Moc…

Sex releases endorphins and hormones that are wonderful for your body - it has an amazing way of re-energising you. OUR EXPERT Dr Greg Smalley is the author of 17 relationship books. He was recently in Singapore with his wife, Erin, to give a marriage talk organised by Focus on the Family. The couple have four grown-up children. Why shouldn’t Hubby and I sleep in separate rooms? It’s easier for me to breastfeed our new baby, and he gets a peaceful night’s rest. The greatest advice that I ever received when we had our first baby is that your child is “part” of your family, not the “centre”. You shouldn’t view him as the most important member. As a father of four, I understand that it takes a tremendous amount…

There are few things more likely to embarrass or shock you than seeing your three-year-old rub her private parts or your four-year-old touch himself, because you associate that sort of manual stimulation with sexual activity. And what’s more annoying is that your child ignores your disapproving glare and simply continues with the rubbing motion. Yet this form of physical stimulation is comforting for your kid, not sexual. As far as your preschooler is concerned, touching himself is relaxing and soothing, in the same way that stroking his cheek might bring him a sense of ease. A young child does not have the same sexual feelings as an adult. Rubbing himself in “that embarrassing little place” is a common action at this age, and he doesn’t realise the implications of this…

THE ISLAND IN THE CALDERA By Lin Xueling, illustrated by Stephanie Raphaela Ho (Math Paper Press, $12, from Books Kinokuniya, Books Actually, K+, Cat Socrates, and online at www . booksactuallyshop.com ) Sisters Min Rui and Chloe escape a mysterious room thanks to the help of a Naga. Thus begins their adventure in a world of mystical creatures at once strange yet familiar, like the Horbo – part man, part water buffalo. How did they get from the HDB flats of Singapore to this place? Why does Chloe have a bell that does not ring? There are more questions than answers in this debut novel by journalist Lin Xueling but, then again, it is the first part in a series. A refreshing take on the…

braised pumpkin with egg white quinoa Serves 4 to 5 Ingredients 300g pumpkin, skinned and cubed 50g quinoa 200ml water 20g egg white (from about 2 eggs) Seasoning 10g chicken seasoning cube 2g salt 10g potato starch 1 Steam pumpkin for 20 minutes and set aside. 2 Place quinoa in a bowl with 50ml of water, and steam for 25 minutes on medium heat. 3 Bring the rest of the water to a boil in a pot. Add steamed quinoa and seasoning ingredients, and stir well. 4 Slowly drizzle egg white into quinoa mixture and stir gently. Pour mixture on steamed pumpkin and serve. wok-fried egg white with minced fish and wolfberries Serves 4 to 5 Ingredients Fish cubes 150g grouper, deboned, cut into 1cm cubes 2g chicken seasoning cube…

fun time Lollipops, stripes, flowers, glitter and more can be found in the new watches from the Flik Flak Funny Hours Collection 2016. These Swiss-made, fun timepieces for kids will inspire your child to learn to tell the time in style! Prices range from $43 to $69. Check out the collection at Swatch boutiques. Visit www.swatch.com/ms_sg . it’s magic! No time to visit the hair salon for a hair treatment? Whether your hair is coloured, bleached or just unruly, Espresso Plus takes just two minutes, and your chosen colour is said to last for two weeks. Its ammonia- and hydrogen peroxide-free solution smells like chocolate and includes diamond powder for added shine and gloss. Plus, mix two of the six colours available for a shade that’s uniquely…

BRIGHTON MONTESSORI E contact@brightonmontessori.com.sg W www.brightonmontessori.com.sg T 6588-3883 @ FORT ROAD 16 Fort Road, Singapore 439077 @ FRANKEL AVENUE 125 Frankel Avenue, Singapore 458235 @ GREAT WORLD CITY 1 Kim Seng Promenade, #02-41A/42 Great World City, Singapore 237994 @ LOTUS AVENUE (NEW!) 35 Lotus Avenue (near Sixth Avenue), Singapore 277618 @ MOUNTBATTEN 764 Mountbatten Road, Singapore 437764 @ SUNSET WAY 41 Sunset Way, #02-01/02 Clementi Arcade, Singapore 597071 @ THE GRASSROOTS’ CLUB 190 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 8, #02-01 The Grassroots’ Club, Singapore 568046 LEARNING VISION E enquiries@learningvision.com W www.learningvision.com T 6781-0888 @ ALPHA (SCIENCE PARK II) 10 Science Park Road, Singapore Science Park ll, #01-02/03 The Alpha, Singapore 117684 @ BIOPOLIS One North, 11 Biopolis Way Helios, #02-01/03, Singapore 138667 @ CET EAST CAMPUS (PAYA…

Met this denizen of the forest when we braved the rain to do the Treetop Walk in MacRitchie. These cute Sanrio marker pens were part 7-Eleven’s promotion last month. Our favourite: Gudetama. In the updated Singapore edition of Monopoly, expect to draw cards related to the haze, Baby Bonus and MRT breakdowns. Hilarious! An ABC book for Singaporeans: A is for aunties, D is for durians. We like! We joined the kids for a masterclass at Culinaryon, conducted by the winner of the inaugural season of Junior Masterchef Russia, Alexey Starostin. How adorable are these Pikachu plushies! There are 12 designs to represent each birthday month. @youngparents_sg Follow us and find out what the Young Parents team is up to.…

WEAR THE PINK RIBBON and help the Breast Cancer Foundation of Singapore raise funds for its programmes. Donate at least $2 for the regular design (pictured), or at least $5 for the crystal-encrusted version. You can also join in the carnival at the Pink Ribbon Walk on Oct 1 at the Waterfront Promenade (registration for the walk is closed). Visit www.pinkribbonsingapore.org for details on where to buy pink ribbons and on the carnival. BUY A BEAUTY PRODUCT from six brands under The Estee Lauder Companies and you’ll support its global Breast Cancer Awareness (BCA) Campaign, which encourages people around the world to take action together to defeat the disease. For instance, $10 from every purchase of Clinique’s Great Skin, Great Cause Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion, which comes with a limited-edition…

Fame, free clothes and even cold, hard cash, for some. What do you have to lose when your tot becomes a brand representative? More and more, apparel companies are working with photogenic kids on Instagram to market their products. And parents are eagerly offering their adorable babies and tots for such opportunities. “When you are one of our brand reps, we will provide a significant amount of items worth around US$200 (S$272) each package, as well as features and shout-outs on all our social-media platforms. You will also enjoy a 30 per cent discount in our store for life,” shares Color Long, owner and designer of Reignland Concept, an online fashion store. But why do these brands want to work with ordinary parents and kids, rather than a modelling or…

PARKROYAL ON PICKERING This hotel-in-a-garden features cascading foliage, sky gardens, waterfalls and wall planters throughout the property – just what every couple needs to relax and reconnect. Enjoy exclusive access to its outdoor rooftop terraces, which offer a panoramic city view, when you book its Orchid Club room. Other privileges include a champagne breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails. Rates start from $333++; enjoy 10 per cent off when you book by Dec 31. Visit www.parkroyalhotels.com/ Singapore/Pickering M SOCIAL A “love shack” – that’s how star designer Philippe Starck, who’s behind this hip hotel, envisions it. Choose from four room types, including the Alcove Cosy, which features bare concrete walls with mirrored surfaces (a Starck signature); and the Loft Gallery, a duplex-style loft with raw marble flooring and high…

“My original intention was to get Aman off his numerous medications. But as I implemented the changes, I noticed that he wasn’t falling ill as frequently.” Eager to resolve her three-year-old’s repeated bouts of bronchitis, Sheeba Majmudar had initially followed the doctor’s orders unquestioningly. But when strong medication did not improve her son’s wheezing and more potent drugs were prescribed, Sheeba decided that “enough was enough”. “I was horrified when the doctor said to start Aman on steroids. None of it made sense to me at the time, as he wasn’t getting better and was constantly sniffling, despite taking so much medication. “Moreover, young children are known to be more vulnerable to side effects from steroid medication,” says the 42-year-old (pictured right, with her family). Formerly in customer relations, Sheeba’s…

Have your baby’s pictures taken by the professional team at Bigshot Photo Studio. Then, choose one to be printed onto the back of an Icube, an acrylic block measuring 15cm by 10cm by 2.5cm. The block lends long-lasting brilliance and depth to the photo print, and you can display it on flat surfaces without a stand. Visit www.bigshotphotostudio.com. TERMS & CONDITIONS • Baby must be 12 months old or younger during the photo shoot. • Photo is for one baby only. • One winner per household. • Prize is not exchangeable for cash or other packages. • A photo shoot will be scheduled at Bigshot Photo Studio at #10-01 Orchard Central. • Prize must be claimed on the appointed date only. No alternative date will be given. PRIZES Be one…

send us your child’s best photo & win! Each child featured on this page wins a Travel Happens sealed wet bag by Itzy Ritzy worth $30 (designs may vary). Available at www.superhdbmama.com.sg, these stylish bags have a waterproof lining and are great for holding wet items, such as swimwear and cloth nappies. The zipper closures also prevent leaks and odour from escaping. To take part, upload a clear JPEG photo of your child (at least 300dpi) to www.youngparents.com.sg/cutie and fill in your details. Terms and conditions apply.…

Prepare your child for trick-or-treating Before exposing Junior to ghoulish witch and monster costumes and gory house decorations, explain the festival to him to put the experience into perspective. Daniel Koh, a psychologist at Insights Mind Centre, suggests telling your child that the monsters and scary characters he will see are not real. Use drawings or pictures to illustrate your point. Daniel adds that when your child understands that Halloween is like “dress-up”, he will feel more in control of the situation. “Play up the fun aspect of the festival, too, like the games and activities, so he can see that it’s not all scary.” Make instead of buy Don’t want to spend too much on his costume? Christie Xu, director of kids’ party planning company Partymojo, shares some ideas…

More about Tyler DATE OF BIRTH Oct 23, 2013. FAVOURITE COLOUR I don’t think he has a favourite colour, but he loves rainbows. He gets excited whenever he sees one. FAVOURITE TOY Lego Duplo. FAVOURITE ACTIVITIES Swimming and walking the dogs. It all started with the first brand rep search. I entered Tyler for Babiators’ search (@babiators) when he was about one year old. We were lucky to be selected. Since then, we’ve gained more followers and our photos were reposted by fashion brands on Instagram. We continue to join many brand rep searches. Tyler is my boss. I am a stay-at-home mum. I “work” for my little boss 24/7 and enjoy every single moment with him. I’ve never been in the media or fashion industry. Most of his clothes…

Thinking of entering your tot for the next brand rep search? Consider these questions before sharing any files or information, cautions Brett Lee, an Internet safety expert and speaker, and founder of the Australian-based INESS (Internet Education and Safety Services). • Is the organisation running the contest reputable? Where is it based? • What are the terms and conditions of the contest? What does the agreement state? • What rights are you giving the organisation with regard to how it can or will use your photos, videos and information? How long can they use or hold on to your files and details? • Has the organiser put any technical measures in place that may dissuade or prevent others from misusing your files and information?…

Why is your toddler too lazy to walk? Although she can jump and run steadily, your two-year-old still demands her stroller whenever you take her out. She makes a terrible fuss if you don’t give in. You’re frustrated that she relies too much on it. But as a sensible precautionary measure, check that there is no underlying medical problem causing her to feel more tired than her peers, or if she’s experiencing discomfort in her hips and legs. Chances are, there is nothing physically wrong with her, but there is no harm in speaking to your family doctor. A quick examination should soon rule out this possibility. Break the habit If your toddler has already established a put-me-in-my-stroller pattern, she needs your help to kick the habit. Aim for gradual…

• MISTAKE 1 You think that a chubby kid is a sturdier kid. Compared to their Caucasian peers, Asian children are naturally smaller in size. But this does not mean they are less healthy. A better indication of whether your child has a robust immune system is how frequently he falls ill. “If your child is not falling sick despite changes in weather, or exposure to other kids, then this is what I’d call robust health,” she says. Instead of “fattening up” Junior, focus on serving healthy meals at home. Those who cook at home will almost always have healthier families. • MISTAKE 2 You feed your toddler and primary schooler the same vitamins. The right type of dietary supplement for each child depends on his immunity make-up, age and…

Some parents have also found that Pokemon Go creates good bonding experiences. “To bond is to spend quality time with your children, attending to their thoughts and ideas, and imparting your values,” says Geraldine Tan, director and principal psychologist of The Therapy Room. “On the surface, the game appears to be a great way of connecting and sharing an activity. But looking deeper, do you want your child to focus on electronics, to walk, or to collect Pokemon? What are your intentions? They need to be clear. “In the past, people collected all sort of things, like stamps and coins. Now, we collect Hello Kitty or Star Wars memorabilia. We move with the times and, perhaps, this is a virtual form of collecting. As a hobby, it’s fine, but it…