Tag: babies

Creating a Sleep Environment for Your Baby

In this article, Ingrid shares four hacks to improve your baby’s sleep. By Ingrid Hanifen How important is a sleep environment for your baby? Very! When babies are around 6-8 weeks of age, they can habituate. Habituation in very young infants is a form of self-soothing in which babies block out outside stimuli by […]
Parenting with Playfulness and Respect

Suzi explains how her childhood experiences led her to discover the concept of respectful parenting and the tools we can use to connect with and understand our children. By Suzi Chaemchang When I became a new mother I asked everyone for advice. I spent hours scrolling social media mum groups and websites seeking the right […]
Allergies in Children — Four Things to Bear in Mind

Parents often rely on pediatricians to make the final call when identifying and treating allergies in children. Nonetheless here are a few pointers to keep in mind that could help you understand your child’s conditions better. By The Children’s Center at Bumrungrad International Hospital Raising a child gives parents first-hand experience with health and medical […]
Why I Chose Not To Have A Second Child

Having a second child is one of many life-changing, personal decisions that parents will have to make. But what do you do when practical reasons and biological needs are at odds with each other? By Suzi Chaemchaeng You meet a mother with one child and you curiously ask, “do you plan to have another?” […]
Preparing for Baby’s First Swimming Lesson

Gordon Ellard, the founder of Bangkok Dolphins tells us a few steps to keep in mind when enrolling your little one in a swim class. By Gordon Ellard What should I do before enrolling in swim lessons? Your first baby swimming lesson can be less anxious and stressful if you are prepared. I would highly […]
Infant Massage: Nurturing Touch for Loving Connection

Massage is a simple act that brings tremendous benefits to parents and babies; there are basic guidelines to follow to create a respectful and pleasant experience for infants. By Iasnaia Maximo; Image by Khoa Pham on Unsplash. Only parents (or main caregiver) should be massaging the baby, as touch is a silent communication between parent and […]