My friends would message me when I was on my maternity leave how lucky I am that I get to rest from work and relax all day at home. I do feel lucky I get to spend more time with kids. However, I may have rested from office work but juggling 2 constantly fighting toddlers and a fussy newborn can be challenging. We all know how tired a mommy can get be with a new baby while recuperating from child birth, and in my case, caesarean operation. Though I feel blessed and happy that I was given … [Read more...]
10 THINGS TO DO IN JOHOR BAHRU
One of the great things in living in Singapore is its proximity to neighbouring countries like Malaysia and Indonesia. So if you are living in Singapore, you are just several minutes away from Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Surprisingly, this proximity hasn't been taken to full advantage by people residing in Singapore. I have been to Johor Bahru approximately 5x. In my recent trip to Johor with my family, I got better acquainted with the place after a local gave us some recommendations of things to do … [Read more...]
DEPRESSION & THE DIFFERENT SHADES OF MELANCHOLY OF LIVING ABROAD
Last month, we heard devastating news of famous successful rich people passing away. Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, beloved & admired, committed suicide due to that evil monster called depression. There are more people suffering from it that we don't know, just silently suffering. Statistics shows that there are 300 million people around the world have depression, according to the World Health Organization. from www.cnn.com from: www.vogue.co.uk Some people who never experienced … [Read more...]
CYNBOLIC NAIL BAR: A WORTH-IT NAIL-PAMPERING DESTINATION TO JOHOR BAHRU
One of the great things in living in Singapore is its proximity to neighbouring countries like Malaysia and Indonesia. You can go on a quick visit to these countries as easy as 1-2-3. Early this month, my family planned a trip to Johor Bahru, Malaysia for a little relaxing get-away - a pampering treat for me, a fun day at an indoor playground for the kids and a chill day of no work for hubby. After giving birth, I always look forward for a pampering treat like a manicure & pedicure or hair … [Read more...]
LIFESTYLE WELLNESS OF AN EXPAT IN SINGAPORE
As a Family Medicine Physician, I have always been interested in wellness as a lifestyle and I have been advocating wellness in my patients, family and friends. But what exactly is Wellness? The World Health Organization define Wellness as “...a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." Wellness encompasses a holistic approach to life leading to a higher quality of living. I would often associate wellness with … [Read more...]
MOVING TO ASIA: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT EXPAT EDUCATION
As you’ll know if you’re a frequent traveler, there is a whole host of opportunities out there. If you’ve done your research and decided to make the big move away from the US and into Asia, congratulations! Despite the many hurdles that you may be about to face, there is also a lot to look forward to, and by doing a little more research on everything from school structures to educational prospects, you can make sure that the move has a positive impact on your child’s … [Read more...]
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