Recently I watched the reality show “Alone Australia” and was in awe at the survival strategies of the 10 participants. Generally I dislike reality shows, and having already known who…
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Grandparents! Would you like to find out more about a game that protects your grey matter by developing skill, strategy and speedy decision-making? Mahjong may just be the answer. Mahjong…
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How many proud grandparents believe their grandchild is a genius?
by Poh-Ling June 5, 2021I don’t know the answer to this question, but I believe many think their grandkiddies are very smart. I seriously doubted this of my first grandchild, Felix. When Felix was…
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Toddlers are not colour blind, are they?
by Poh-Ling February 10, 2018There’s a common belief that babies are colour blind. I’m interested in the age kiddies learn to tell colours apart. A friend told me that her niece at age 3…
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Cluck cluck and cockadoodle doo- is chicken on the menu for you?
by Poh-Ling January 28, 201728th January 2017 marks the first day of Chinese New Year. Following the lunar calendar, it doesn’t always fall on the same day on the Gregorian calendar. Also called the…
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Adventures with baby in Japan
by Poh-Ling November 10, 2016If you are planning a holiday with your baby in a safe, clean and friendly country with lots of cultural experiences, then consider Japan! Three generations – grandparents (that’s us),…
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Let’s not be tiger grandmas! 3 tips for grandparental views on discipline.
by Poh-Ling November 1, 2016Don’t our grandchildren grow up quickly? They are absolute cherubs now and in the blink of an eye, reach the terrible twos. My grandbaby is going to turn one, and…
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Ohaya gozaimas! Enjoying a multigenerational holiday in Japan
by Poh-Ling October 17, 2016It’s such a privilege to have holidays with family especially if members live in different cities or far-flung parts of the world. What are the benefits? Bonding and quality time!…
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Myopia? Simple measures for protecting our grandchildren’s eyesight
by Poh-Ling August 21, 2016Do you have 20/20 vision? I certainly don’t but can see well enough to enjoy my grandbaby, and very thankful for this. It is not to be taken for granted…
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Grandmas – are you looking to update your knowledge on breastfeeding? Free e-book now available!
by Poh-Ling July 5, 2016Why would a grandparent bother to read anything on breastfeeding? Fair question. Could it be that you are underestimating your influence on your daughter or daughter-in-law? If you’re a new…