Why is my child not learning in school? Why is he not as intelligent as his peers? These are some questions parents ask with concern all the time. Recently, I read with interest an article by JUNE CHEONG in the The Straits Times Dated March 19, 2009. She reported: What makes a gifted child? The battle between nature and nurture – at [...]
Please allow me to share a personal view: I do not condone people who smoke especially mothers-to-be. Are they not aware that cigarette smoke has chemicals that are harmful to the developing baby? I am concerned for these unborn babies. I remembered once I saw a pregnant lady who was puffing away and [...]
Keeping children fit is a perennial topic of discussion among doctors, physical education instructors, health care personnel, nutritionists and parents. These people care and want to share some good advice on how to keep your children fit and stay healthy. Do take note that when a child is fit, it means he/she is in good health. Having good health is looking and feeling good. The child eats healthily, exercises, sleeps and plays well, has [...]