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Does Your Child Need a Nutritional Supplement?

Posted on December 18, 2019 by Editor Posted in Gourmet World, Health and Wellness, Parenting .

As parents, you would always want to give the best for your child, including complete healthy meals to allow them to grow strong and healthy. Most parents also choose to give vitamin supplements during the crucial growth years especially when the child is picky with the food, but is it worth it?

Children Need Complete Meals

If your child already eats a variety of food, then the short answer is no, because there is no better substitute to food as the primary source of vitamins and nutrients. However, if your child is picky or has feeding problems, you need to consult a pediatrician first before adding a supplement to his/her diet.

Be Wary of Supplements with Promises

Supplements that claim they can make your child smarter or disease-free are probably lying to you. After all, these are just supplements, not medication; and there are no valid proofs that can back up their claims. Be wary as well of supplements that have not been regulated and tested properly, even if the label says it’s all-natural and herbal.

Your child might have allergic reactions or intolerance to the ingredients in suspicious supplements. Some of them are known to have contaminants and are usually less well-regulated than medications, not to mention the host of side effects caused by the ingredients and their reaction to medications currently taken by the child.

Know What Your Child Lacks

Not all children lack the essential vitamins and nutrients needed for growth and development, even the picky eaters. Most of vitamin A, B, C, and E are found in most food; however, vitamin D, fiber, calcium, and omega-3s are only found in low doses in most meals according to various studies. To meet the daily nutritional needs, the pediatrician will advise you to serve more milk, soy, orange juice, cheese, yogurt, fortified eggs, fish oils, canola oil, nuts, flaxseed, high-fiber cereals, and fruits and vegetables.

Know What to Look For

Follow instructions from the pediatrician when looking for children’s supplement. Generally, you should look for products that have a clear instruction and dosage for specific ages and are packed specifically to be child-proof. Be careful when trying to self-medicate and adding more supplements other than that already recommended by the doctor, because it can lead to an overdose. Supplements, however, should never substitute healthy meals consisting of fish, whole wheat, vegetables, dairy, and fruits.

Know the Food Pyramid

To give you an idea how much vitamins and minerals your child needs during his/her growing years, follow the simple food pyramid guide recommended by most pediatricians in Singapore.

  1. Two or three servings of milk, cheese, and yogurt
  2. Two or three servings of meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dry beans, and nuts
  3. Three to five servings of vegetables
  4. Two to four servings of fruits
  5. Six to eleven servings of bread, cereal, rice, and pasta
  6. Occasional treats with fats, sweets, and oils

Time Management Tips for Dads

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Editor Posted in Lifestyle, Parenting .

Working dads are doing their best to juggle work, family and other demands. This is a challenge but dads never back down. Dads know that they do not have all the time in the world. In this line, you should know how to manage their time so no one or not a thing is left out.

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So, how can you manage your time so you can still meet your career aspirations at the same time spend time with your family? Here are some suggestions:

  • Establish routines: Routines are simple but no one should underestimate it. Establishing sensible routines can give you an upper hand. You should start from the moment you wake up. Make it a point to join breakfast for instance. You can also carve out few minutes to prepare your children’s meals. It will all depend on you. Making a calendar of tasks can help you get through everything.
  • Set clear priorities: You should be commended if you are a workaholic but you should not let it affect your family relationship. Do not bring your work with you when you get home. Setting clear priorities here in Singapore is hard but if you do not want your family relationship to go astray, you will find time.

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  • Make family time: You should be a part of your kid’s life. They should remember memories of you when they grow up. How do you do that? You should make family time. No matter the pressures and demands of work, it is still important to spend time with them even if it is only Saturday or Sunday.

Dads are so powerful that they can do anything. Father’s Day will be celebrated on June 15, 2014 in Singapore. With that being said, Happy Father’s Day, super dad!

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Disciplining Your Teenagers

Posted on June 8, 2014 by Editor Posted in Parenting .

Two teens were apprehended on January 08, 2014. They allegedly assaulted and robbed a 78 year old man along the North Bridge Road on January 7, 2014. Comprehensive ground enquiries and CCTV (Closed-circuit Television) footage identified the two suspects. The Commander of the Central Police said that the two teens will be punished because of their criminal actions against the elderly.

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Times are changing. Teens now are more stubborn and negligent. They need to be disciplined and it is the role of the parents to do that. As parents, we dream that our children grow to be good men and women. But sometimes the road is hard. We have to be firm and decisive when we discipline our children. If you want to discipline your teens effectively, you can consider the following tips:

  • Establish expectations and rules: Parents should establish expectations and rules. It is your own house. Do not let your teens overpower you. You have to explain why you have expectations and rules so they can understand. You need to mention the consequences should they evade.
  • Know how to punish them: Punishing does not need to be physical or violent. When you punish, you have to begin with their favourite things. For example, if they are crazy over their cell phones, you can get it as a consequence for their bad behaviour. guidelines-for-teen-parenting
  • Do not be overly castigatory: When you are very angry, teens will get what you mean. If your teens clearly understood the expectations and rules, they will set things right. Do not overdo the punishment because it will only worsen things.
  • Express love: No matter what they do, you have to remind your teens that you love them. The reason why you are punishing them is out of love. Teens need to be assured that they are loved despite their misbehaviour.
  • Do not hold resentment: Holding resentment or grudges is natural but if you are a parent dealing with your teens, you should forget these feelings and move on. Do not continuously remind your teens of their misbehaviour. When punishments are done and met, allow things to return normally.
  • Be fair: Your teens misbehave at times. That is a fact. When they are at fault, it is right to punish them but you have to be fair. Remember that if are overly castigatory, they will think the worse of you.

If despite your best efforts there are no changes, it is time that you consider professional help. Parenting a teen is not easy. You need the help or assistance of many people. Maybe your teens are enduring something that they do not feel like telling you. The most important thing is they know that you love them no matter what they do in life.

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What Mothers in Singapore Believe

Posted on May 3, 2014 by Editor Posted in Parenting .

Many Singaporean listens and believes to what is taught by their parents or older people. Whether it is true or only superstitions, all of these are worth following or perhaps not. Despite the fact that superstitions have no scientific explanation, there are people who faithfully believe on those superstitions.

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Without a doubt, we immediately believe to our mothers especially when they have something to share and one of this is superstitions. Here are the most popular beliefs that children usually follow:

  • Taking a seat near the entrance of the door – In some instances, it brings bad luck but logically it will only block the passage.
  • Clipping nails at night – When it is done, bad luck will happen. Scientifically, clipping nails during night can cause infection. Since the weather during evening is usually cold, the nail cutter will probably moisten which can cause rust and is very dangerous to all.
  • Taking bath at night – Like the other two, having a fresh bath at night grants you bad luck. And also, taking a shower at night may increase the risk of rheumatism.
  • Singing in the bathroom – The good thing about thing is that bring you good luck
  • Taking photos to a sleeping person – by doing this, you can capture their soul and help is rejuvenating.
  • Finger pointing on the moon – old tale says that if it is not performed, there is a possibilities that you ear may be cut.
  • Washing of feet, face and hands before entering the house – If you are not doing this act, it will possibly make a person being followed by lingering souls and spirits.1-happy-mother-baby-69443140-482x298
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