Feeding burnout is that moment you stare at the fridge and consider serving air for dinner, just to avoid the whining. It’s the deep sigh when another lovingly-prepped meal gets the “I don’t like it” death sentence. It’s eating crackers over the sink at 10pm because you spent all evening negotiating over broccoli.

There’s nothing like an international move to slap the clutter out of you. When we left Australia for Malaysia, I was determined to keep my “essentials.” My fancy citrus zester. My emergency drawer of hotel soaps. My slow cooker. Because obviously I’d be whipping up casseroles in the tropics.

No one really talks about the brain fog that comes with moving abroad. Sure, people ask, “How’s Malaysia? You must love it!”And yes, I do love the food, the jungle, the people, and the fact that I can get a solid iced latte for RM8. But what I don’t always say is: I’m tired. Not from parenting. Not from work. But from thinking all the damn time.

Let’s be honest: making friends in your 30s is hard enough. Add in a foreign country, a timezone mismatch with your old mates, and a child hanging off your leg like a koala on Red Bull — and suddenly, “making friends” feels about as realistic as finishing your coffee while it’s hot.

It always starts the same way:You’re bleary-eyed, scrolling at midnight, baby screaming in the background, and BAM — a reel appears. A glowing mum, perfect skin, no eye bags, holding a bottle of “Natural Baby Brain Booster Plus++” or “Toddler Calm Chewies: Sleep Like Never Before.”

Here’s the thing nobody warns you about: your child’s emotional growth doesn’t wait for them to “be ready.” It’s already happening — in the way they cry when their toy breaks, hide behind you at a party, lash out at their sibling, or whisper “I’m scared” before bed.

There’s a moment every parent experiences: your child spikes a fever, sneezes like a tiny hurricane, or throws up something suspicious — and your brain goes into overdrive. Is it just a bug?Should I call the paed?

Before a child can read a single word, they need to soak in the sounds of language. That’s how babies and toddlers begin the incredible process of learning to talk, understand meaning, and later, learn how to read and write.

From the moment your child grabs a crayon like it’s Excalibur, something magical starts to unfold: the link between creativity and motor skills. Whether they’re finger-painting, building towers, or attempting to cut paper into the shape of a “dragon spaceship rocket,” your child isn’t just playing — they’re wiring their brain for coordination, confidence, and cognitive growth.

In a world where every milestone is instantly Instagrammable and privacy is traded for likes, a quiet revolution is underway — one that your child didn’t ask for, and one they’ll grow up living inside. Welcome to the age of sharenting — where parents, often with the best of intentions, create a digital identity for their children long before those children can speak, let alone consent.

kids are not known for their personal hygiene.They are, however, known for smelling like outdoors, having mystery gunk behind their ears, and somehow getting chocolate on their scalp even when they didn’t eat chocolate. Whether your child is still in the “hates water like a gremlin” phase or has entered the “I’ll shower later, I’m not even sweaty” era, here’s your survival guide to keeping them clean enough to cuddle — without losing your mind (or your nose).

Being a dad isn’t about stepping in when mum’s busy. It’s about being part of the rhythm — the daily, messy, joyful rhythm of family life. You don’t need a degree in parenting, or a 10-step strategy. You just need to show up. With love, with patience (most days), and with the willingness to keep learning as you go.

Most dads walk into parenthood the same way we walk into a packed mama support group meeting by accident: quietly, awkwardly, unsure where to sit. The world doesn’t really pause for you when you become a dad. People ask about the baby.They ask how mum is doing. They never ask if your back hurts from sleeping upright on a hospital chair that clearly predates the iPhone.

When the baby finally arrives, most people expect joy, excitement, and happy tears. But for many new mothers, the emotions that follow birth can be far more complicated. If you’ve felt overwhelmed, numb, irritable or even unlike yourself in the weeks or months after giving birth—you’re not alone. You could be experiencing something called postnatal depression (PND).

Breastfeeding is often called “liquid gold” – and for good reason. Mother’s milk is a complete, living food tailored for a baby’s needs, offering unparalleled nutrition, immunity, and love all at once. In Malaysia, breastfeeding is more than a personal choice; it’s a cherished tradition and a public health priority.

Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference – not an illness or a punishment.  It affects how a child’s brain learns to communicate, socialize and behave.  Contrary to myths, autism is not contagious and not caused by bad parenting, evil eye or “spritual factors”. 

Research shows that play between fathers and children often looks different than mother–child play, and these differences bring unique developmental gains. 

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) – sometimes called “cot death” – refers to the sudden, unexplained passing of an apparently healthy infant under one year old, usually during sleep.

Early childhood is widely recognized as a critical time for brain and social development. 

Playing outdoors allows children to use their whole bodies and all their senses. The rustle of leaves, the texture of tree bark, the scent of fresh air — these seemingly small things spark curiosity, confidence, and creativity. A trip to the playground isn't just a break; it’s a vital opportunity for learning through movement, imagination, and interaction.