While holidaying in Bali in June, we came across this commercial-free TV channel called Baby TV. We were initially skeptical of such a channel but after few viewings during our short vacation in Bali, we became a instant convert. We found that BabyTV’s programmes are geared to address the developmental milestones that our baby encounters in her first years and the programmes are made up of short stories and experiences that reflect her world. Later, we found out that all of Baby … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2009
The Magic of Eric Carle
Of the many Eric Carle books in Dana's collection, this is one which we like very much. I had actually forgotten that I bought this title till Daddy fished it out from our bookshelves yesterday evening for Dana's bedtime story. It comes with an accompanying CD where the story is narrated. This was a bonus for us as Dana got to enjoy the story being read by a native English speaker (instead of Daddy and Mummy) for a change! The story is simple for toddlers to follow. It begins in the factory … [Read more...]
From Dana’s Library
This is one of Dana's fav books. It was given by one of Mummy's colleague. In this book, Pepo and Lolo (a beaming pink pig and a yellow chick) are best of friends. But like friends in real life, they sometimes they get mad at each other, but never for long. Drawn in the simplest detail but bursting with expression, this story is enjoyable enough for young children to read over and over again. This delightful little book is very colourful and easy to read. But what makes it so special is that the … [Read more...]
Understanding Croup
Our Princess came down with fever on Monday and it worsened into a barking cough late and bout of vomitting last night. We brought her down to Dr. Yvonne and it was diagnosed as Croup. This is the 2nd time Dana has Croup but not many parents are familiar with this common childhood illness which disguises innocently and shares the same beginning as a common cold.About CroupCroup is a condition that causes an inflammation of the upper airways — the voice box (larynx) and windpipe (trachea). Most … [Read more...]
Dana turns 18months!
Our Princess turns 18mths tomorrow (5 Oct). It's a very special milestone as it signifies that she is 1.5years old, the official age to be promoted to the toddler playgroup. At this milestone, she is entering a world of boundless energy, curiosity and independence. Parenting a toddler brings new challenges and discoveries each day. There is a delicate balance between too much and too little disciple. Here are some useful parenting tips which we find helpful from this website to keep our toddlers … [Read more...]