Lifestyle

Celeb Dad Steve Lai: I’m a pretty relaxed parent

He interviews VIPs and brings you breaking news every day. It’s the anchor man’s turn in the hot seat now…
Lifestyle

Celeb dad Ben Yeo: Whatever my sons want to do, I will support them

The Mediacorp artiste and dad of two reveals his down-to-earth parenting philosophy in a heart-to-heart with SmartParents.
7 things to stop doing if you want to raise an awesome child
Relationships

7 things to stop doing if you want to raise an awesome child

Ensure that junior has opportunities to thrive, don’t keep hovering over them! Learn the other parenting no-nos to avoid making.
Activities & Play

10 tips to get junior to clean up after themselves

Follow these handy hints to teach your kiddo to take responsibility for the messes that they make.
Lifestyle

8 secrets of mums who always seem to have it together

Some mums just seem to ace everything they do ― find out how they maintain their super-mum status!
Why is my toddler waking up so early?
Development & Milestones

Why is my toddler waking up so early?

Rise and shine…but not before the sun’s up, please! Learn ways to prevent your peewee’s penchant for rousing prematurely.
How to say “no” to your toddler without actually saying no
Behavior & Discipline

How to say “no” to your toddler without actually saying no

If you hate saying “no” to junior, learn other ways to tell your mini-me what they can’t do or have.

7 common mistakes parents make when raising teens
Social & life skills

7 common mistakes parents make when raising teens

Being a teen is tough, but parenting a teen is even tougher. Learn ways to ensure a win-win situation.            

6 signs your child has outgrown toddlerhood
Development & Milestones

6 signs your child has outgrown toddlerhood

If junior is becoming more independent and outspoken, it might be time to say ta-ta to the toddler years!

Behavior & Discipline

5 danger signs you're raising an entitled child

Is junior ruling the roost? Here’s how to turn the tide around…
Relationships

8 mistakes every parent should make

Don’t let the occasional slip-ups get your down. In fact, embrace them!
9 important character traits to instil in your children
Social & life skills

9 important character traits to instil in your children

Help your child acquire attributes like empathy and self-regulation, so that junior becomes a well-rounded individual.
Relationships

9 ways to be a more effective parent

Wise up to successful parenting skills you’ll need to deal with the challenges of raising your rugrats.
6 steps to raising a kid with a good work ethic
Social & life skills

6 steps to raising a kid with a good work ethic

Industrious people are always well regarded, so teach junior to persevere and work hard ― but not be a workaholic!
6 useful lessons for parenting a teenager
Social & life skills

6 useful lessons for parenting a teenager

Raising an adolescent isn’t easy ― wise up to the skills you’ll need to handle those turbulent teenage years.
Relationships

10 secrets to raising awesome kids

Parenting’s arguably the hardest job you’ll ever take on, so boost your chances of parenting success with these handy hints.
Lifestyle

6 common parenting mistakes to avoid making

Find out if you are guilty of any of these parenting no-nos, plus, tips on how to rectify these slip-ups.
Relationships

9 things mums no longer give a hoot about

Sometimes, you’ve got to put certain matters on the back burner…simply because you have more important people to tend to!
Relationships

7 ways to control your temper if junior triggers you easily

Strategies on reining in your rage when your short fuse gets in the way of parenting junior positively.
Why it's important for parents to “let go” of their kids
Social & life skills

Why it's important for parents to “let go” of their kids

Excessive control of junior’s behaviour and attitudes actually hurts them, so it may be time to loosen your parental reins.
6 ways to teach your kid self-discipline
Social & life skills

6 ways to teach your kid self-discipline

Learn strategies to raise a child who is responsible for their own behaviour and can make wise choices.

6 ways to be a “good enough” parent
Relationships

6 ways to be a “good enough” parent

Afraid that you can’t measure up as a parent? Focus instead on being responsive and trust your judgment!

Are you too strict with your kids?
Relationships

Are you too strict with your kids?

Discipline is an essential part of parenting, but how do you know you aren't going overboard?
Behavior & Discipline

Raise happy kids ― Teach them empathy

Make the world a better place with kind, caring and compassionate children. We tell you how to go about it.
Development & Milestones

8 biggest sleep mistakes new parents make

Avoid these common sleep blunders in your baby’s early months and everyone will enjoy more restful days!

3 tactics to developing healthy device habits
Lifestyle

3 tactics to developing healthy device habits

Take a look at your own device use first before you point fingers at junior’s addiction to screens.
Lifestyle

10 tips to win at the parenting game

Score top points with junior with these simple tips…
Relationships

DAD SAYS My late wife raised our children right

Centre for Fathering chairman Richard Hoon says that making the effort to connect with his daughters changed his life.
Celeb mum Yvonne Lim: I struggle with major mum guilt now that I'm filming again
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Celeb mum Yvonne Lim: I struggle with major mum guilt now that I'm filming again

Four years after Yvonne Lim’s Taiwan move, she’s filmed a comeback TV drama. She discusses motherhood and multitasking with SmartParents.
5 tips to help your toddler be confident in social situations
Development & Milestones

5 tips to help your toddler be confident in social situations

If your child seems shy, we have tips to help them join in play and group activities.
Behavior & Discipline

7 steps to handling a toddler who resents the newborn

Is your little one showing signs of jealousy or anger towards their new sibling? Here’s what you can do!
Health & Safety

Stop your tot from running off in public!

Wise up to nine strategies to avoid losing your kid in large crowds and public spaces…
Lifestyle

Celeb dad Allan Wu: I’m open to fatherhood again

Allan Wu discusses life as a single dad and how he stays hands-on with his two kids.

Lifestyle

8 ways to beat mum envy

Comparing yourself to other mothers and feeing upset because you fall short? We tell you how to be more positive.
When you are pregnant

Celeb mum-to-be Chua Leelian: Unplanned pregnancy a precious gift

Having a baby in her 40s wasn’t Chua Leelian’s plan, but this isn’t stopping her from embracing motherhood.
Lifestyle

10 ways to keep up with your techy kid

Keep the bond strong with junior ― tweak your fuddy-duddy skills to meet your tech-savvy offspring’s interests!
Lifestyle

Celeb mum Joanne Peh: Kids are a reflection of us

A loving family, a welcome second pregnancy, plus, a hit drama serial –life couldn’t get any sweeter for this star.
Lifestyle

Mums get techy

Nifty smartphone apps, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube self-help videos... It’s no secret that technology has completely transformed the lives of mothers today.

Development & Milestones

SmartParents presents Great Parents Great Start Parenting Retreat with NAN OPTIPRO 3 (Post event)

Last November,parents attended an exclusive 2 Days 1 Night retreat at Le Méridien Sentosa Singapore and heard from leading experts about nutrition and parenting.
Relationships

Celeb dad Allan Wu: Making ‘dad time’ count

TV host Allan Wu on finding time for his kids, even though his work takes him around the world frequently.
Relationships

7 important parenting lessons Barack Obama taught us

SmartParents takes a look at the priceless relationship hacks America’s former commander in chief has given to parents.
Lifestyle

Celeb mum Tjin Lee: My boys are “Instababies”

She’s carved out a name for herself on social media. Now, she plans to do likewise for her sons.

Events

Best-selling parenting expert to give pointers on raising happy, resilient kids ― Past Event

Find out how to connect better with junior even as you help them to conquer life’s curveballs.