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Parents, do your preschoolers have these three skills? Preparing preschoolers for a rapidly changing world
By Chan Su Yee. Childhood habits die hard. Whether it’s a love for reading, or a particular food, simple actions from decades back can have a lasting impact on adults. With that in mind, parents are often consumed by how…
Promoting mental well-being for young parents: Insights from Dr Ong Mian Li
Image courtesy: Pexels On World Mental Health Day, Dr Ong Mian Li, consultant for NTUC First Campus‘s (NFC) Mental Health Programme and principal clinical child and adolescent psychologist at Lightfull Psychology, shed light on the stresses young parents in Singapore…
NTUC First Campus (NFC) Expands Child Support Model to Include Support for Mental Well-being
In line with the increase in national awareness of mental well-being in Singapore, NFC’s Child Support Services (CSS) Department has included Mental Health support under its Child Support Model. With the larger goal of strengthening the resilience of staff and…
Learning Mother Tongue Language starts from birth
In a commentary article on Lianhe Zaobao, Dr Connie Lum, Director of the Mother Tongue Language Curriculum and Professional Development at NTUC First Campus, shares her take on how parents can encourage the learning of the Mother Tongue language to children. According to Dr Lum, zero…
Preschool Separation Anxiety: Tips for Parents
Attending preschool in Singapore is an exciting milestone in a child’s early childhood education journey, but it can also be accompanied by a common challenge known as separation anxiety. As parents, it is essential to understand this natural phase and…
Preparing Your Child for Preschool
Sending your child to preschool in Singapore is a significant milestone in their educational journey and overall development. While the transition can be both challenging and exciting, proactive preparation can help ease the process, build your child’s confidence, and lay…