Being a parent is a daunting task but if you know some tips, you can easily get through it. Good news for parents out there (or soon-to-be-parents), PA (People’s Association) will launch an online site where parents can get information from sterilizing bottles and utensils to changing diapers. The website will feature practices when it comes to infant care.

Apart from the normal infant care practices, the website will also include babysitting services as well as nearby paediatricians. The best part is that PA plans to perform workshops to furnish new parents (or soon-to-be-parents) with the necessary knowledge to deal with their infants. A helpline will also be established. This project will be completed next year. Meanwhile, you can just refer here:

Feeding

You should know that babies do nothing except cry, sleep and eat. Do not forget to feed the baby. You will know when it is feeding time because the baby will cry. Regardless of your choice (breast milk or formula), it should be enough.

Changing Diapers

The baby needs to be cleaned every now and then. Even if they do not eat much, they still produce waste. Changing diapers should be learned. Changing diapers is not that hard if you follow the directions in the package or you can simply ask your mother to teach you.

Bathing

Infants do not need bathing every day. It is good if you bathe your infant on alternate days. If he/she did not take a bath, you can simply wipe your infant with a clean and soft cloth. You have to deal with the infant’s umbilical cord. Every time you change diapers, you need to clean the surrounding of the cord.

Soothing

When the baby is crying, it may mean two things: he/she is hungry or he/she is not comfortable. If they cry, the first thing that you need to do is feed them. If that does not help, you should check their diapers. If the crying persists, the baby might be in pain. You have to discover it. They will stop when they feel better. Do not forget about your doctor’s appointment.

On November 26, 2013 the Housing and Development Board (HDB) launched 8,952 units for sale. The units came from Build to Order (BTO) and Sale of Balance Flats (SBF) located in the areas of Boon Lay View, Hougang, Bukit Batok, Woodlands, Sembawang and Jurong West. HBD’s next launching is set this January 2014 where it will present more than 3,150 units in the same areas.

If you are looking for the perfect home, you should grab this opportunity. If it is your first time to buy, do not worry because HBD specified that first time buyers will still benefit from their priority flat allocation. You should be serious when you are thinking about buying a house. This is not a small investment. Your comfort depends on it. That said, you should consider the following things when choosing the perfect investment:

Price – You should first look into the price. You – and your partner, if you have one – need to settle a reasonable price range. Make sure that you will be able to pay the monthly fees.

Location – Choosing the location is another important thing. You should consider many factors like the accessibility and the convenience of the house to your work area and other places you frequent.

Amenities – You need to choose an estate that boasts of amenities like parks, recreational facilities, entertainment and health clubs.

If you chose to get private housing (which includes landed property, apartments and condominiums), you should begin your search right away, but know that these properties are expensive whether you buy or rent them.

Starting a family is never easy but it is all worth it. This is true for Hafiz (not his true name), a technician. He spent 3 years to save up S$10,000 for his ideal wedding but unfortunately, he miscalculated. It took him a total of S$25,000. This debt was finally settled after two years together with the help of his parents.

Budgeting the Wedding

This goes to show that wedding ceremonies cost too much. Unless you have many to spare, you will not encounter any difficulties before and after the wedding. Sometimes, due to financial troubles, marriages are breaking apart. The disintegration of the marriage alarmed the Ministry of Social and Family Development. With that, the Ministry thought about Marriage Preparation Course. This course seeks to educate and raise the awareness of the couple so they will not encounter any troubles before and after their wedding. Here are some components of the course:

Financial Planning

When you are thinking about getting married, the first thought should be the budget. Whether you want a simple wedding or an extravagant one, costs will be present. If you do not want to get into any debts especially that you are starting your family, financial planning is a must. You will learn many things about it. You will be taught how to maximize your money.

Organizing

If you are done with the financial planning, it is time to make things happen. Organizing the wedding is crucial for its success. No matter how you plan your finances, if you do not know what you are doing, it will surely fail. You will be taught how to make preparations for your wedding so it would be easier and better for you. Good luck on your weddings!

Are you a fan of Running Man? Running Man is a South Korean variety show that attracted many audiences not only in South Korea but also here in Singapore and around Asia. The show is televised in SBS (Seoul Broadcasting System). The show was initially aired on 11 July 2010. This is famous because it is the first ‘urban action” variety show. It concentrates on urban environment.

Experts and fans would say that the show is successful because of four components:

1. Unpredictability

There are shows that you can predict the ending. Running Man is different. The skit is constantly different with many twists and unconventional ideas. Many people appreciate its unpredictability. Its unpredictability stirs the mind of the viewers.

2. Comedy

The whole program carries that lightness. There are some episodes and missions that are funny and entertaining. People these days look for that. There is no doubt that the celebrities, casts and the crew do their best to entertain the viewers.

3. Celebrity Guests

Many people expect to see their celebrity idols in the show. This makes the show interesting. There are many celebrities and guests who joined the show. Some guests last for a long time. For example, Lizzy who is thought to be a cast turned out to be a long time guest after all.

4. Cast Chemistry

Current casts include Yoo Jae-suk, Gary, Haha, Ji Suk-jin, Kim Jong-kook, Lee Kwang-soo and Song Ji-hyo. Running Man is appealing because of the cast’s chemistry. The casts seem to work harmoniously to give people fun and entertainment.

Proof of how successful Running Man is its numerous awards. The show received numerous awards from its beginning. If you are not yet a fan, try to watch at least one episode so you will understand why many people go gaga over it.

Now, let’s talk about that four-letter word that all of us crave for every day of our lives. It’s something that any person in the world recognizes. It’s something that has kept the human race in existence. Have you guessed it already? If you answered love, well, sorry but that’s not the word I’m looking for. I’m talking about FOOD.

But food isn’t only meant to sustain us; it’s also something that gives identity to a country. For example, when you say America, you’d think of burgers; when you say Italy, you’d think of pizza or pasta; when you say China, its noodles; and when you say Singapore, what do you actually think of?

Well, most Singaporeans consider chicken rice as their national dish. As the name implies, it is made of steamed or boiled chicken placed on top of oily rice, served with sliced cucumbers. But other than this, there are actually several foods that you should definitely try when in Singapore.

Craving for seafood? Chili crab is something that will truly make your mouth water and will leave your plate empty. It’s so sumptuous that you’d probably forget your poise when eating this.

How about an Asian version of the kebab? Have you ever had satay before? It’s marinated meat skewered on a thin bamboo stick or a stem of coconut leaves. The grilled meat itself is already delicious, but you should also try dipping it in the peanut sauce so that you’d get a lovely mixture of sweet and spicy.

These are just a few of the many other Singaporean dishes that are definitely a must-try. Once you’ve tried the array of dishes that Singapore has to offer, don’t be surprised to find yourself wanting more.