Because you’ll need the money for an avalanche of diapers later. Have you ever felt completely unprepared for a baby? I did. Most of the friends in my inner circle were not married, much less expecting a baby. Source It was just a matter of time before a baby came along, but I didn’t realise…
Category: Parenting
Postnatal Depression – The Silent, Painful and Lonely Way Mothers Die
A calm sea surface often hides violent currents underneath. The same can be said of people who suffer from emotional turmoil, such as suicidal thoughts and postnatal depression. Our nation is envied by others for the quality of our healthcare, education and marriage and parenthood financial perks. Why do mothers in Singapore still suffer from…
What Mothers Will Learn From Dominique Sarron Lee’s Death
SAF may have won the legal battle, but will it lose the hearts of Singaporean mothers? Private Dominique Sarron Lee died at the age of 21 after having an allergic attack to the zinc chloride fumes emitted by six smoke grenades that were thrown by a platoon commander, although regulations specified that no more than…
Making RuMe for the Quut Things In Life
This will change your life. I must confess, I have a weakness for simple yet functional stuff. Clean lines, no fuss, multifunctional, hardy and easy to use. Minejima & Co appeared in my Facebook newsfeed one day not too long ago. They were exhibiting at a Christmas fair at Orchard, so I dropped by along…
Discrimination in Japan against Mothers
This is an Abe-omination. Japanese bosses urging pregnant women to have abortions. I just read this article from The Economist, 5-11 September 2015 issue. One of the most developed Asian countries still has a third world mindset towards women (South Korea being another majorly backward country in terms of female empowerment). This is not a…