2009 June | Today's Motherhood - Part 3

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Address: 144A/146 Jalan Jurong Kechil, Singapore 598640

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Ableland School House

Cambridge CDC Ableland School HouseAbleland Schoolhouse Pte Ltd at 5 Jalan Pari Kikis, Singapore 488 531 was founded in October 2007. Ableland @ Tampines (Cambridge Tampines) was found in December 2008.

We believe that each child is a unique individual who has the potential to be the best that he can be. To make a difference in the lives of children under our care, we advocate quality Early Childhood Education for every single child in the world. By continuously advocating the best interest of all children, we strive to equip every caregiver with the necessary knowledge and skills to bring out the unique qualities in every child.

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Our curriculum for children in Ableland are taught through Cambridge Project Work - fosters the development of independence, concentration, self-discipline and will in children. Children get involved in concrete investigations, exploration, construction and discovery of related topics.

Besides having Cambridge Project Work as part of our program, innovative in-house programmes are designed for our children too. We have
Ableland School House Year End Concert

  • Show & Tell
  • Dramatic Play
  • Art Appreciation
  • Music Appreciation
  • Higher Chinese (K1 only)
  • Han Yu Pin Yin (K2 only)
  • Outdoor activities
  • Fruits & Fitness Day on 7th of every month
  • Music & Movement
  • Art & Craft
  • Fun Cookery
  • Computer
  • Motor skill activities


Additional Enrichment programmes

  • Junior Whiz
  • Gymkids
  • Chinese Speech & Drama

Our teachers are all trained in Early Childhood Education. Some of our Language Teachers are hired from Mainland China and Philippines. Our 2 supervisors each hold a Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Open Registration for Year 2010

Playgroup - Children who are born in Year 2008. Child must be 18 months and above.
Nursery 1 - Children who are born in Year 2007.
Nursery 2 - Children who are born in Year 2006
Kindergarten 1 - Children who are born in Year 2005
Kindergarten 2 - Children who are born in Year 2004



Website address : www.ablelandschoolhouse.com

Emails :
upperchangi@ablelandschoolhouse.com
tampines@ablelandschoolhouse.com

Contact Numbers :
Ableland Schoolhouse Pte Ltd : 6241 6913
Ableland @ Tampines Pte Ltd : 6789 4292

Address :
Ableland Schoolhouse Pte Ltd : 5 Jalan Pari Kikis Singapore 488531
Ableland @ Tampines Pte Ltd : 241 Tampines Street 21 #01-435 Singapore 520241

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Kellysjy Photography

kellysjyKelly Soon is a professional children’s photographer located in Singapore, Kellysjy Photography specializes in in-home and on-location, natural light portraits of newborns, babies and toddlers.

With every photoshoot, she seeks to tell a story and capture cherished moments of childhood.

Kellysjy’s photo sessions take place within clients’ homes.

What is Kelly’s style?

Simple yet full of emotion. She seeks to capture “that moment” in all of her clients. She uses only natural light to create beautiful, natural looking portraits.

Where do you shoot?

Tell me about the feel you want for your session and I can help figure out the best location for your session. I’m open to trying new places! Newborn/baby sessions are held in your home. Sessions are always very comfortable and never rushed. Plenty of time is allowed to capture the very best images possible. 11am is typically the best time for a photo session. My aim is to keep the photo session as relaxed and fun as possible, in order to capture a genuine smile from the heart.

Website : www.kellysjyphotography.com

Email : greyleaves@kellysjyphotography.com

Contact : 9647 3085

Say It With Love This Father’s Day



Father’s Day is just round the corner, in appreciation of Fathers, Today’s Motherhood will be collecting a list of messages of LOVE and APPRECIATION to these “usually neglected” daddies :)
Father's Love - photo by alphao
Mummies - do you have something to say to your hubby for how great a father they have been? Say it with us too!

Details of submission

Short messages/wishes (not more than 50 words) in appreciation of their fathers or husbands. Send to us at

mailbox@todaysmotherhood.com with email title “Father’s Day Message“.

Your Father’s Day messages will appear in Appreciating Daddies - Happy Father’s Day and in the order they were received.

Photogenic Baby Photo Contest Voting Jun 09

Latest 18 Jun 09:

The Baby Photo Contest voting is now closed and the results of the Top 12 Voted Babies are (in alphabetical order)


1. Anson Chew An Sheng
2. Cebestin Wong
3. Celest Ng Zi Yan
4. Charlene Foo
5. Chuah June-E
6. Gerlene Soh Kim Hwee
7. Javier Sng
8. Mckayla Lam
9. Ong Yu Han
10. Reggy Martin Soriano
11. Teo Rui Xuan Audrey
12. Tristan Chan

We congratulate the babies and their photos will be published in July issue of Today’s Motherhood e-Magazine.

The winner will receive 5 x image shoots and the rest will receive a 20% discount voucher all sponsored by Kellysjy Photography.

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These are the entries of our Today’s Motherhood e-Magazine Photogenic Baby Photo Contest Jun 09.  Voting starts 8 Jun 09 and ends on 15 Jun 09.  There are a total of 82 babies.

  • Only ONE vote per photo per IP address is allowed.
  • You are welcome to invite friends and relatives to vote.  To send them the link, do use “http://tinyurl.com/lh4k2s” or “http://www.todaysmotherhood.com/2009/06/photogenic-baby-photo-contest-votingjun-09/
  • In the event of a tie in number of votes for the winner and top 12 babies, the panel of judges from Today’s Motherhood will cast votes internally to decide and no correspondence shall be entertained.
  • Upon the close of voting for the contest i.e. 15 Jun 09 midnight, the votes will be tallied and the results will be announced the next day or two.  All the photos will still be available for viewing and voting but will not count towards the finalized score.

As announced in the Jun issue of Today’s Motherhood e-Magazine, here’s a gentle reminder of 2 important rules of the Baby Photo Contest Jun 09:

1. Must be a subscriber of  Today’s Motherhood to take part.  To subscribe, please click here.

2. The contest is only open to subscribers who are currently residing in Singapore.

Further details on contest and prizes here.

* In the event that the eventual winner is not residing in Singapore, Today’s Motherhood reserves the right to replace the winner by the next eligible highest voted baby.

Origins Jamu Massage Interview

Interview with Rebecca Chan (Founder of Origins Jamu Massage in Singapore)

Jamu Massage

1. Hi Rebecca, what inspired you to set up Origins Jamu Massage?

It was after a personal experience back in 2005. I did my first postnatal massage and was amazed how the sessions benefited me. As a strong believer that “Health is the Greatest Wealth “, I hope to educate mothers the importance of postpartum massage. Out of passion and interest, I went hands-on studied with a very experience Postnatal Specialist, to learn the Original Jamu Massage techniques, skills and related knowledge in this field.

2. Can you describe in more details what is Jamu PostNatal Massage?

Jamu Postnatal massage originates from Indonesia and is carried out for forty days after the arrival of the newborn. This is to help the mother regains her Looks, Health , Strength and Energy. The treatment is usually done at home and carrying out by an experienced masseuse known as “Ibu Pijat”

The masseuse uses a herbal oil for body massage to restore the muscle tone. This is followed by pulling the mother’s hair back tightly to remove wind and relieve migraines or headache. At this stage, Jamu herbs called “Tapel” is mixed with water to form a paste. This cleanses out any blood remaining in the womb, firms the muscles and shrinks the stomach. Such precautions counteract stomach ache and help the mother regain her figure. For external care, Jamu “Pilis Wangi” helps to make the eyes bright and reduce dizziness after birth.

Finally the binding is put in place. The binder known as ‘bengkung’ in Javanese swaddles from the rib cage to the hips. This is made of cotton cloth. To achieve its objective, the binding needs to be reasonably tight. This also helps to straighten back the curve spine of the mother after 9 months of carrying extreme weight around.

3. How does Jamu post-natal massage help a new mummy?

Jamu Postnatal Massage benefits more than skin deep.

Some of the benefits includes:Post Natal Massage Singapore

  • Helps to tighten back and tone over-stretched tummy
  • Speed up recovery afterbirth
  • Helps to get rid of “Trapped Wind” in your Body
  • Helps to eliminate toxins and reduce water retention
  • Helps to gain back your energy level
  • Straighten back your curved spine
  • Relieves body aches & leg cramps
  • Helps to relieve constipation
  • Speeds up shrinkage of womb
  • Helps to remove remaining blood clots
  • Helps to reduce postnatal depression
  • Build up Confidence

4. When is it most effective period to be engaged in Jamu massage for natural delivery mum?

For mums who went through natural delivery, we recommend to start the session at least 5-7 days afterbirth.

5. What is your advice to mum doing C-sect?

For mums who are doing C-sect, we recommend you to consider postnatal massage as part of your postpartum care. Massage can be done at least 3-4 weeks afterbirth depending on the recovery of your wound. Postnatal massage is still effective within the first 2 months after delivery.

6. Understand that you have lactation services using Hot Stones. What is Hot Stones?

Yes, we have incorporated an additional lactation service to help in breastfeeding problems such as engorgement and blocked ducts that are commonly faced during the early days of breastfeeding. We used Hot Stone compressed to enhance the effectiveness of this service as well to maximize healing during the massage.

Hot Stones have been used for therapeutic purposes since ancient times. They are volcanic basalt stones which have an extraordinary ability to store and emanate a consistent and soothing heat for a long period of time. The penetrating heat from the hot stones relaxes the muscles, which allows for deeper relaxation. Hot Stone Compress used in postnatal massage aids to break stubborn fats, hasten the shrinkage of the enlarged uterus, flatten the abdomen and get rid of trapped wind and toxins after delivery.

7. How can baby massage be beneficial to the baby?

Definitely! Studies have shown that baby massage helps building bonding, offer a sense of security for the newborn, improves blood circulation and aid in digestive system. It also helps to improve and prevent colic conditions and promote calming effects.

8. Is there any difference between Jamu Postnatal Massage and traditional Javanese massage? Is yes, how?

Jamu Postnatal Massage is specially designed for mothers after delivery. The techniques, pressure and Jamu herbs used are specially catered for postnatal.

Traditional Javanese massage is a regular oil massage suitable for maintaining a healthy lymphatic system.

9. Being a professional in taking care of the well-being of a new mom, what is your advice to them?

Being a mum is definitely not an easy task especially if you are a new mum. Do have a proper postpartum care that includes taking care of yourself externally, internally and mentally. Have proper confinement food, ample rest and do not be shy to ask for a helping hand. Motherhood should be enjoyable.

10. Describe your business in one sentence…

Bringing an Ancient Secret of Jamu Postnatal Massage into the comfort of your home.


*End of Interview*

Catch Ashlyn “Live” In NBA Action - She Slamdunks!

Catch Ashlyn in basketball action NBA style where she holds the rim on her left left and slamdunks with her right.

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