2023-02-17 10:32
My younger boy turns 5 years old in January. Every year, I would bake a special theme cake to mark this special occasion. For now, both boys love being pilots – thanks to Daddy’s… Read More
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2022-10-07 03:54
I will be giving you a tour of my backyard and the edibles I grow in my garden. This includes a papaya tree planted in a pot, watermelon plant with baby fruits, my crop of cabbage, my lime p… Read More
2022-02-07 07:40
Over the past few weeks, I have received many words of encouragement from pet owners who have shared their personal unfortunate vet encounters with me. I know I am not alone in this situatio… Read More
2022-01-28 06:08
Story of Ah Bee’s tragic demise was picked up by a Straits Times reporter. Read the online version of the full article here. “When contacted, Mount Pleasant Veterinary Group fiel… Read More
2022-01-20 11:16
After one week of pin drop silence, I finally received a phone call from a representative of Mount Pleasant Veterinary Group. She told me her name was Betty and she has just started her new… Read More
2022-01-18 11:01
After Ah Bee’s story was posted on social media, I received an overwhelming response in the form of public comments, private email messages and well-wishes from friends and strangers a… Read More
2022-01-12 11:48
I am writing this post with great pain and heartache. For those who personally know me, you will be aware how much Ah Bee, my miniature schnauzer, means to me. He came into our lives 12 year… Read More
2021-09-24 08:20
I started my aesthetics clinic at the height of the Covid pandemic in 2020. It was something which nobody would have predicted and one which all of us are ill prepared for. We dipped our toe… Read More
2021-09-16 08:10
It has been a long time since I have updated this blog. Suffice to say, the past year has not been an easy one for a lot of us. The pandemic has created a lack of predictability in our lives… Read More
2020-05-04 18:19
I haven’t posted for a while. Not since Ah Bee’s 10th birthday celebration – on which we ordered a custom birthday cake for him. For the past 4 weeks, there seems to be a r… Read More
2019-09-04 11:06
In the blink of an eye, Ah Bee is now officially 10 years old. If you have owned a dog, you would probably know that one year of a dog’s life is almost equivalent to 7 years of human&r&hell…Read More
2019-07-24 10:55
It took me a while to post an update. For the past few months, I have been busy decluttering the house, caring for the little ones and coping with a job change. Glad that I have finally foun… Read More
2018-11-17 07:12
Before having kids, I have never thought about searching for farm stay or visiting the zoo. Life has become less of a “me-only-complex” since the arrival of children. Nowadays, o… Read More
2018-10-27 04:51
I have been very busy for the past few months; hence the lack of update on this blog. My little boy is coming to 40 weeks old. In a matter of 12 weeks, he would be celebrating his first birt… Read More
2018-04-27 12:15
It is common for breastfeeding mums to eat lactation cookies to boost their milk supply. These cookies are often available for sale by other home bakers who made them for a profit or mass pr… Read More
2018-04-24 01:51
When my first son was born, my milk supply was extremely low and I struggled to pump breast milk for him. Breast feeding does not come naturally to me. Not everyone is blessed with abundant… Read More
2018-01-23 01:49
Eversince my baking lesson with Susanne Ng, I have been intrigued by the world of chiffon cakes. It is one of the most basic cake you can master and one of those which calls for the least nu… Read More
2017-11-03 07:48
Recently, we brought our baby, now an active toddler, to Taiwan in early September. The trip was a last minute decision to fill in an excursion for his school holiday, and also an outin… Read More
2017-10-21 04:30
As a first time mum 3 years ago, I was completely overwhelmed with shopping for baby #1. I sourced for checklists online and bought “almost” everything I could find. And I was so… Read More
2017-09-30 16:53
Recently, I have received a brand new set of Happycall Diamond Alumite Combi Set as a free gift, and since I have no use for it, I decided to host a giveway here. The contents of the bo… Read More
2017-08-01 09:11
I have been wanting to cook some healthy Chinese soup lately and looking at various online recipes for ideas. The soup which we got from our tingkat delivery has been rather bland and d… Read More
2017-07-21 12:01
It has been a while since I last update an entry here. For the past 2 months, I have taken a short break from blogging and been trying to finish up work which I procrastinated for a while &n&hell…Read More
2017-05-31 11:13
Time really flies. Just last year, I have been busy organising a one year old birthday party for my boy. I still recall with vivid memories of me spending many late nights trying t… Read More
2017-04-18 09:23
Most people have a soft spot for cute little boys donning a big smile and wearing a bow tie. Bow ties are not passe – they are fashionable accessories which will surely catch… Read More
2017-03-15 11:58
When I first talked about producing a short animation show for The Three Muttsketeers to a friend, she thought I was joking. I thought I should do something to create pub… Read More
2017-03-11 07:49
If you are a habitual online shopper, you would have come across Taobao – the largest and most comprehensive e-commerce platform in China. Many Singaporeans shop on Taobao and ship in… Read More
2017-03-01 16:25
It has been a while since I host a giveaway. The last one was at Christmas when I gave away 3 storybooks to 3 lovely mummies. I hope they enjoy reading the story as much as I love writi… Read More
2017-02-28 10:07
Needle felting is a new craft I have started to explore in my free time when I am not working as a maid or keeping my little boy entertained and occupied. It is a very simple hobby that does… Read More
2017-02-08 09:06
In my earlier post – Bringing baby to Tokyo, I mentioned that I was transiting in Tokyo and on my way to Guam. It took us 6.5 hours to fly to Tokyo, and another 3 hours to fly to Guam… Read More
2017-01-31 06:52
We were looking forward to our year end holiday to Tokyo + Guam last December. Tokyo has always been a popular travel destination for Singaporeans largely because of its … Read More
2017-01-16 15:59
Not too long ago, I shared my “10 commandments on hiring a maid” on facebook and it generated quite a lot of feedback from both supporters and naysayers. Majority… Read More
2016-12-31 04:55
A recent conversation with a fellow parent triggered some thought provoking questions to my mind. We were sharing some tips on primary school admission – her child was&n&hell…Read More
2016-12-28 11:51
It has been a while since I spend time doing what I love to do the most – crafting! The idea of sewing a fabric baby gate came to my mind quite some time ago because I couldn&rsqu&hell…Read More
2016-12-10 00:20
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After many months of preparation and hard work, my first children’s book titled “The Three Muttsketteers” is ready for the shelves! It is… Read More
2016-11-04 06:59
Recently, we bought cruise tickets for Royal Carribean – Mariner of the Seas and sailed in mid October. This is baby’s first cruise, and our first cruise with Royal Carribea… Read More
2016-10-08 05:35
Not too long ago, I wrote a post on surviving 25 days without a domestic helper. Little would I have known that barely 2 months after the arrival of my third domestic helper, I would be… Read More
2016-09-30 11:32
Recently, Ah Boy, as what we have affectionately called him, has been showing signs of The Terrible Two.
The little man in swim suit
He is no longer the baby who give us no trouble and sits… Read More
2016-09-20 11:44
Fitting into pre-pregnancy jeans is every mother’s secret desire
Fat freezing (or cryolipolysis) has been around for many years. It originates from an interesting observation that… Read More
2016-09-09 16:53
I believe many parents are willing to invest in good quality toys to stimulate a child’s learning and creativity at an early age. When I shop for toys, I often find myself as… Read More
2016-09-06 06:04
Recently, I have been tasked to write a short recipe for Nestlé CERELAC® Baby Cereal. The idea of making golden brown pancakes instantly came to my mind. Babies love yummy and flu… Read More
2016-09-06 06:03
A hot iron can do wonders, it can also do much damage
The house is a place with many items, if not used correctly, may cause much damage. With young children and domestic helpers around, the… Read More
2016-08-23 17:21
Be alert when you use your handphone
A few nights ago, I made a dreadful mistake. I was capturing a photo for my carousell ad and after uploaded the photo, I decided to delete it to &ld&hell…Read More
2016-05-13 01:25
It is very important to read to babies from an early age. Reading helps to stimulate early brain development and cultivates a passion for lifelong learning. This website shows &hell…Read More
2016-05-12 13:48
On Mother's day, I was invited to hold a sharing session with a group of ladies at Bar Nebula, ONE°15 Marina Club, Singapore. My topic for the day was on Skin Rejuvenation. On arrival, w… Read More
2016-05-09 09:36
On Mothers day, I was invited to hold a sharing session with a group of ladies at Nebula bar, ONE°15 Marina Club, Singapore. My topic for the day was on Skin Rejuvenation.On arrival… Read More
2016-05-06 02:33
Pimple scars are one of the most common aesthetic complaints presented by young patients. Many of them have very bad pimples outbreak when they are much younger, and as a result of it, the s… Read More
2016-05-05 08:42
The electric food dryer may sound alien to some. But it is getting more popular nowadays because we are now more health conscious in our diet choices. I have read quite a number of reviews b… Read More
2016-05-05 07:20
If you have been in the breastfeeding mummies circle, you would most probably have heard of breast milk jewelry at one point or another. Resin art is not something new, but preserving breast… Read More
2016-05-05 07:19
One year old parties happen to be a major event for most mummies. It is a milestone that calls for a celebration - be it big or small. Party planning is big business in the industry. Some pl… Read More
2016-05-05 07:18
If you have been shopping online a lot, taobao is a place you must not miss. Some people gets intimidated by shopping in taobao because it's all in Chinese. But if you put in effort to learn… Read More
2016-05-05 07:17
Time really flies. It's been almost one year since you, the little cheeky boy, appeared in our lives.You arrived on this earth as a surprise on your daddy's birthday. It seemed as if you kne… Read More
2016-05-05 07:17
Some patients tell me they have sensitive skin. How do you determine if your skin is sensitive and if it is, what should you look out for?A lot of people have the misconception that they hav… Read More
2016-05-05 07:16
The boy has a voracious appetite for food. Not a fussy eater and he gets delighted whenever you show him a bite of something new. He has a preference for anything in your bowl and gives you… Read More
2016-05-05 07:16
I am so excited to share this simple recipe with you. The sponge cake is easy - I manage to succeed on the first attempt. However the buttercream frosting is more tricky. It took me 3 attemp… Read More
2016-05-05 07:15
This month is a busy time for me as I am going through the preparation for baby's first year party and first year photoshoot. And to commemorate this special milestone, I intend to sew a spe… Read More
2016-05-05 07:14
There are many body sculpting programs around and Coolsculpt by Zeltiq is one of them. It was the first FDA approved machine which targets stubborn fats and eliminates them through a freezin… Read More
2016-05-05 07:12
This is a common question from those with oily or combination skin. Many feel that adding more moisturizer to the oily skin will cause their skin to look enough more greasy than it shouldbe… Read More
2016-05-05 07:11
Anyone who has used stainless steel pots and pans would know that after repeated use, you will get rainbow stains on the bottom. Here is a kitchen knack which I have discovered online and it… Read More
2016-05-05 07:10
Many people have the misconception that Aesthetic doctors do only botox and fillers. This is not true. Below are some of the popular myths I will like to address.Myth number 1 - We inject bo… Read More
2016-05-05 07:09
Moles are very common. Some patients come to request mole removal and we would start chatting.They often start to tell me the reasons why they want to get it removed; the Chinese believe it… Read More
2016-05-05 07:08
Yesterday, he tapped on my shoulder and tried to stand up on his own for the first time. He stood for a while, then his little knees gave way. Then he tried again and again. It was as if he… Read More
2016-05-05 07:07
Many often, patients ask me this question – what is the difference between IPL and laser treatment? Why do some salons offer IPL hair removal for such low prices and clinics offer lase… Read More
2016-05-05 07:06
This was adapted from the earlier Green Tea Rosette Cake Recipe I made but for this cake, I used whipped cream and added marshmallow in the centre.This green tea cake had 3 basic i… Read More
2016-05-05 07:06
Nowadays, it's quite common for mummies to organise cake smash party for their 1 year old. It's a western tradition which has been popularised by the influence of Internet. I first came acro… Read More
2016-05-04 02:24
Recently I returned from a work trip to Bangkok. Initially, I was quite reluctant to travel alone because I was still pumping breast milk religiously three times a day. I was afraid of leavi… Read More
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