2010 December | Today's Motherhood

Reason Why We Change Our Facebook Profile

If you are still wondering why and what is the reason why we change our Facebook Profile? This could be the reason : Against Child Violence

In a follow-up to the previous post Change Your facebook Profile, a parent has directed us to this youtube which could be the reason why we are changing profile pictures in facebook

So let’s all take action now, change your profile and share with your friends on facebook for this meaning campaign.

How To Stop Your Young Children From Bickering

Sibling relationships can be a wonderful sight but at other times also a sore one. One moment your children are giggling and playing so endearingly together. The next moment, one of them snatches the other’s toy and the bickering begins. This then can escalate to crying, shouting and at times even hitting.

Sibling relationships are important to a child’s character development as such relationships allow them to test out limitations in a social context, practice negotiations, learn about compromising and expression of emotions. These skills are all ones your children will use in the real world with others.

Thus, it is important to allow your children to bicker in the hopes that they learn to problem-solve situations on their own. Of course, physical aggression toward one another is not acceptable. So how can you make sure that bickering results in useful learning experiences?

Don’t rescue or intervene immediately. Let your children find a solution to their problem. Keep an eye on them so that bickering doesn’t escalate.
If your children seem to be on the right path but just can’t move forward from negotiations, you may want to provide a tip or two. Say something like “maybe swopping your toys would be a good idea?”
If your children still are not able to come to a mutually beneficial agreement then you can decide for them. The best way to deal with continued bickering and arguing now is to take away the toy your children are arguing about. Say “since we can’t play nicely together, mommy will set the toy aside until you can play nicely together.” Remove the toy but do not use an angry tone. Your children should not feel like mom’s anger has caused their loss of the toy. Instead, when you remain calm and matter-of-fact about this decision, your children will soon learn to discuss and negotiate better results as they mature.
If they do manage to compromise or share, make sure you notice and praise your children so they are motivated to continue with such behaviors and reduce siblings rivalry.

Vanessa von Auer is the Clinic Director/Psychologist of Von Auer Psychology Centre VAPC. She has spent her career helping parents learn effective parenting strategies, has helped children process their emotional difficulties in healthy ways and has helped families grower closer in their dynamics with one another. For more information, visit www.vapc.sg

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This article was first published in Today’s Motherhood Magazine Oct Nov 10 issue Page 24

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The Polliwogs White Christmas

The Polliwogs has many activities and promotions for a white christmas in Singapore

Purchase a Value pass and receive a free Cathay movie pass
Christmas Photo Contest
Meet Santa Claus
Christmas Tree decoration

See below for more details

Change Facebook Profile Pics To Cartoon Characters

Received a couple of comments on our fans page to change of facebook profile for a good cause. Not too sure of the origin but the idea and purpose is good. Original message below

A parent has directed us to this youtube which could be the reason why we are changing profile pictures in facebook

“Change your facebook profile to a cartoon from your childhood and invite your friends to do the same. Until Monday there should be no human faces on Facebook, just an invasion of memories. In support of a campaign against violence for children.”

You only need to do so for till Monday 6 Dec 2010. Share with your friends on facebook for this meaning campaign.

Will you be changing your profile picture? And what do you think about Facebook awareness campaigns? Share your thoughts in the comments.

Jamu Massage At Little Footsteps

Traditional Indonesian Post Natal Treatments

Jamu Massage will be at the Little Footsteps 18 to 19 Dec 2010 Singapore Expo Hall 5B

At Little Footsteps is the premier exhibition showcasing the best of toys, nutrition, child care, day care, pre and post natal, education and activities, planning for the future and expert advise for parents and children from 0-6 years old.

Besides having the best children and family products, you can expect to have loads of family filled activities as Singapore Expo will be packed with multiple events during this period.

Contact Jamu Massage Now!!

Tel : +65 6284 9227 / 81770605

Visit www.jamumassage.com

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Wilhelm Playing With Duck

Courtesy of Kelson Toh.

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Amore Bakery Xmas Fudgy Chocolate Brownies!

HO! HO! HO! It’s that special time of the year again! Have you planned your shopping list yet? Or Still wrecking your brain to think about ideas for presents? Well, Amore Bakery has just the perfect solution for you! Need food or gifts for a big party at home or office? amore-bakery-xmas-brownies-1

Presenting the Xmas Fudgy Chocolate Brownies!

A set of 8 piece brownies - $17.50

This set is packed in a see through plastic container, decorated with red and green ribbons. This packaging is most suitable for you if you have alot of colleagues or many friends that you want to share your Christmas joy with!

You may also choose the design that you want on the brownie.

Amore designs: Xmas tree, Rudolph the reindeer, Santa, Snowflake, Bell, Candy and many, many more!

Size is 2″ (Wide) X 1″ (height)
A piece of Brownie - $3.00
Min order: 10 pieces.
Packaging: Translucent plastic container adorned with red and green ribbons.
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Bite Size Brownies

Each piece measure: 3cm (Width) X 2cm (Height)
Set of 4pcs is at $5.50 each
Min order 6 boxes
Packaging: Translucent box (shown in picture), decorated with a red and green ribbons

What’s more, Amore’s Santa is coming to town!

During this period from 18th Dec 2010 to 24th Dec 2010, there is no min order! (Usual free delivery service is only provided with a min order of $50.00. However, since its Christmas, you do not need to meet the $50.00 requirement) Free delivery service is provided as long as you order the Christmas theme brownies /cupcakes etc.

So what are you waiting for, place your orders now!

For orders, please contact Gennie at 8333-9139 or visit us at www.amore-bakery.com

Have a jolly baking Xmas!

The Endless Battle Between Breastfeeding And Bottle Feeding

breastfeeding vs bottle feeding Parents are always faced with the problem of deciding for the mode of nourishing the child after birth. The worldwide discussion of breastfeeding vs bottle-feeding is endless as the changes in the environment and trend in the society is almost always affecting home and family decisions to be made by the parents.

There are actually very few advocates for bottle feeding because nutritional aspects would definitely lead you to opt for natural feeding procedures. However, the preference for bottle feeding may sound subtle but most homes and newborns are already adorned with feeding bottles even before birth.

If you are one of those who cannot decide between the two, here are some pointers you might want to consider to easily pick out the medium of feeding your newborn:

Assess your reasons for your choice. Breastfeeding is logically the better choice but if you think that would hamper your job, and then you might want to opt for bottle feeding.
Medical status of the mother could greatly affect the newborn because some diseases could be transferred through the mother’s milk. Try to ask for the opinion of your physician. If you have been found to be healthy and physically capable of enduring the requisites of breastfeeding, then there are no more questions to be asked.
You might also want to breastfeed while you have not yet been back to work after giving birth. You can subtly interchange or introduce bottle feeding in alternation to breastfeeding until the time that you have to leave your baby home.
Availability of breast milk. Some mothers may not have the luxury of providing sufficient amount of milk for the baby. Before giving birth, seek for the advice of the doctor on how to enhance your milk production. Usually, fluids are great help in nourishing the breasts.
Practicality is another point to consider. The ease of bottle feeding is indeed greater than breast feeding. If your physical and environmental condition works for the intricacies of breastfeeding, then you can despise the idea on bottle feeding.
Consider your baby’s needs. The nutrition required for the proper growth and development of a child will always be the first factor to satiate when deciding for the mode of feeding.

Given the odds, your child should always be the first consideration. The baby’s health is incomparable to any factor unless your decision could greatly affect your family status and condition. In the end, it will be the child who will primarily benefit as you work hard for his nourishment and care.

Christmas Workshops For Children

Christmas is just round the corner and Today’s Motherhood has nicely wrapped up some Christmas workshops that you might want to attend with your young ones. So get those sleighs ready and slide down to these places!

carebears-workshop Care Bear Dance Workshop

Date: 12 December 2010
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Venue: eXplorerkid & Event Square at Downtown East

Calling all children aged between 5 to 12 years old! Be the first 20 participants to take part in this special dance workshop where you get to dance and perform with the Care Bears LIVE on stage!

Be thrilled as Care Bears guide you on the dance steps before you showcase your impressive dance performance too everybody at the Event Square stage. At the end of it, you will receive a Certificate of Participation plus a photograph opportunity!

Care Bear Handicraft Workshop

Date: 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 December 2010
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Venue: eXplorerkid at Downtown East

For all children aged 12 and below! Come join us for a fun and simple paper craft for kids! Get creative as you dress up your favourite Care Bear with crushed coloured papers. And you get to catch the special appearance by the Care Bears! At the end of the workshop, receive a chance to pose with your masterpiece together with the Care Bears!