In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, teacher and mother Pauline Foo joins our host, June to explore the subtle yet powerful effects of comparison—especially between siblings. Drawing from her personal parenting journey and professional experience, Pauline shares how comparison can quietly shape a child’s identity, self-worth, and family dynamics. Whether it’s comparing milestones, academic achievements, or personality traits, Pauline reveals how even well-meaning comparisons can lead child...
Aug 12, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Join our host June as she speaks with Haze Feng, a single mum who candidly shares her roller coaster journey of raising her 12-year-old son. Haze opens up about the immense emotional and financial load—from battling a hidden alcohol addiction while maintaining a strong exterior, to overcoming self-condemnation and feelings of failure following her divorce. She discusses the tendency to overcompensate out of guilt and shares the crucial lesson of not being too hard on herself. Haze emphasises tha...
Jul 22, 2025•16 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Think your teen is just being lazy? Think again. Procrastination isn’t laziness—it’s often rooted in fear, emotional overwhelm, or high expectations. In this episode, host Aaron speaks with counsellor Paul Lim to unpack why teens struggle to get started. Paul explains that procrastination is a symptom, not the root—often tied to self-doubt and pressure. He challenges parents to reflect: could our own fears or need for control be shaping the parent-child dynamic? When we project anxiety, we risk ...
Jul 08, 2025•22 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Can art help children regulate their emotions? Art isn’t just for creativity—it’s also a powerful tool for emotional expression and regulation. In this episode, our host Ee Jay chats with certified art therapist Christine Tok, who brings decades of experience in early childhood education and art therapy. She shares practical ways parents can use art to help children manage frustration, express feelings, and build resilience. Gain insight from Christine’s inspiring real-life experiences working w...
Jun 24, 2025•28 min•Season 2Ep. 30
What does it take to be a good father in today's busy, fast-paced world? In an age where time is a luxury, what does active fathering truly entail? How do you build meaningful connections amidst the daily hustle? Join our host Ee Jay as he chats with returning guest Kelvin Seah, a father of two. He share his own continuous learning journey in fatherhood, reminding us that being a good dad isn't about perfection. Instead, it's about being present, building meaningful memories, and affirming your ...
Jun 10, 2025•32 min•Season 2Ep. 29
With new screen time guidelines for kids under the age of 12, parents are perhaps feeling the pressure to cut back on their children's screen time – which may lead to all kinds of withdrawal symptoms like restlessness, irritability and full-blown tantrums. How might parents work together with their children to create new and healthier habits? In this episode, our host, June, is joined by returning guest Alicia Yah, a mother of four and a dedicated early childhood educator. She provides tips for ...
May 20, 2025•22 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Motherhood is life changing. Giving. Selfless. What we once had control over, we may lose for a season when we become mums. Returning on this episode of the ParentEd Podcast is Wanxin, a stay-at-home mum of two young boys. She shares with our host, June, about what it feels like to lose herself while gaining this new title as mum and how she coped while in the depths of this sense of loss. She also talks about managing the external and internal expectations of being a mum in this society, as wel...
May 05, 2025•19 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Stress is a common experience for us and our kids, especially when we are placed in high pressure situations – like the exams. While exam stress may be unavoidable, they are opportunities for us to help our children learn how to regulate difficult emotions and build them up in resilience. In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, Ee Jay, is joined by Jasmine Lu – a mum of two kids and a parent-coach who specialises in emotional intelligence. She shares how understanding emotions can com...
Apr 21, 2025•30 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Research points to daughters’ positive self-esteem and life satisfaction being closely related to fathers having a tight relationship with them. But as our little girls grow into young women through their teenage years, how can dads maintain a connection with them? In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, June, is joined by Joshua and his teenage daughter, Shawna. Joshua talks about the simple traditions he started with his daughters when they were young, and how these intentional prac...
Apr 08, 2025•26 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Fusses and inconsolable tantrums. Most parents would probably be familiar with their kids’ explosion of emotions, wondering how to help our young ones manage their own emotions. You’re not alone in the frustrations or feelings of helplessness. In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our hosts, June and Douglas, speak with Tina, a mother of 3 boys. She shares about what emotional regulation is, the importance of it, and how to spot emotional dysregulation. She also provides tips for parents to e...
Mar 25, 2025•18 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Managing family finances can be stressful. Where do we start? How do we ensure financial stability and set goals for our family? How do we set financial goals together as a family and build a legacy for future generations? In this episode, host Ee Jay chats with Alvin Neo, a wealth advisor at Providend. Alvin shares practical tips on sustainable financial management, setting family financial goals, and teaching children financial literacy. -- Invest in the things that matter. Date with Dad is an...
Mar 11, 2025•21 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to juggle work and family life, and we may unknowingly carry stress and tension into our homes. How can we keep calm while ensuring that our children still feel safe and loved, creating a peaceful sanctuary in the home? As parents, how might we promote emotional well-being and healthy daily routines for our kids? In this episode of ParentEd Podcast, our host, June Yong, speaks with Ted Teo, who owns Toby’s Trove together with his wife – a childr...
Feb 25, 2025•19 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Are you familiar with constant negotiations and spirited debates with a child who always must have the last word? Being in a seemingly never-ending power struggle with your strong-willed child can be frustrating. In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Sue-Anne Wu, a mother of 4 boys. She shares the struggles she faces in parenting a strong-willed child. She also talks about the strategies she uses to guide and equip her child in coping with emotions, as well as the ways to manage str...
Feb 11, 2025•21 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Parent, spouse, child, friend, employee... The list of roles and responsibilities goes on, with seemingly endless to-dos. With so much on our plates, stress and guilt may be some common things we feel. In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, Alicia Boo, sits down for a chat with June Yong, a working mum of 3, and Moo Dean, a working father with 3 teenage daughters. They talk about discovering and flowing with the changing rhythms of life as a working parent (who are also studying part...
Jan 21, 2025•25 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Want to enjoy your parenting journey, but often feel stuck in cycles of misbehaviour and frustration with your kids? Wondering whether it really is possible to create a warm environment at home? We all know how difficult parenting can get. Whether it is presently a difficult phase of your parenting journey, or you are faced with a recurring difficulty in parenting, having a parenting coach to walk with you can be valuable. In this episode, our host, Alicia, chats with Liz-Ann Bosman, a mum of 2 ...
Jan 07, 2025•21 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Becoming a new mother can be scary – a sentiment shared by many. Concerns and doubts can plague one’s mind throughout motherhood and sometimes finding help to address these worries can be challenging. What can a first-time mother expect from the initial steps in her journey? How can family members support her during this period of emotional turbulence and uncertainty? In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, June Yong, speaks with Elaine Chow, mother of 4 and counsellor. Part of the Br...
Dec 24, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 18
While excelling academically may be a priority for most families in Singapore, what other traits are important to nurture in our children? How can we encourage a sense of community service within our youths in order to create a more caring and compassionate society? In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, Ee Jay, speaks with Daryl and Melissa, who are proud parents of 2 daughters and have been volunteering as a family for almost five years. They share their journey of inspiring their ...
Dec 10, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 17
As parents of young children, we may be concerned if our child is facing challenges with literacy or language. What are some early signs that can help parents identify if their child possibly has a learning difference? What are the avenues to seek intervention for our children? In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Dawn Tan, an educational therapist with over a decade of experience. Working with learners aged 5 to 18 on literacy and language related needs, while also supporting thei...
Nov 26, 2024•19 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Do you feel awkward and uncomfortable at the thought of talking to your kids about sex? Worried that you may not know how to answer the questions they have about the topic? In the second episode of this two-part Talk About Sex series on the ParentEd Podcast, our host, Alicia Boo, is joined by Josiah Ng, a father of two sons aged 4 and 8. Josiah candidly shares about what it was like when he first had to broach the topic with his firstborn and how he navigated the uncertainties of starting sexual...
Nov 12, 2024•18 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Having conversations with our children on love, sex and relationships can feel awkward, tricky and nerve racking. Yet, as parents, we have the privilege of being the primary educators of these important topics. In the first episode of this two-part Talk About Sex series on the ParentEd Podcast, our host, Joshua Liong, chats with Michelle Soon, an educator and a mother of one, who is also passionate about sexuality education. She addresses the common fears that parents have about talking to their...
Oct 29, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In a society where nuclear families are a rising trend, do intergenerational bonds still have a place in our social fabric? What value do intergenerational relationships hold? In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, Aaron, speaks with Ariel Lim and Abdul Hamid from Cultivate SG, an independent non-profit organisation that desires to see families in our society thrive for generations. They share their personal experiences from being part of an intergenerational family network, along wi...
Oct 08, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Stress and anxiety can feel like a commonplace in this fast-paced society that demands so much of our time and attention. What is the science behind stress and anxiety, and how can we effectively approach these big emotions? What if stress can actually be good for us? In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, June Yong, chats with Samantha Cheng, one of the counsellors at Focus on the Family Singapore. In addition to the knowledgeable insight she provides into these topics, she shares m...
Sep 24, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 12
There are many schools of thought when it comes to disciplining children. As parents, there may be times we wonder whether the ways we discipline our kids are effective and helpful in promoting healthy behaviours and instilling values. In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, Chong Ee Jay, chats with Alicia Yah, a mother of 4, who is also in the Early Childhood sector. She shares about positive discipline and what it entails, while also providing practical tips on how parents can keep ...
Sep 10, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 11
What is it like to raise a child with special needs? How can communities nurture and support the development of individuals with disabilities? In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Kelvin Seah, a father of two teenagers. He generously shares about the life lessons he has picked up in his journey of parenting his son with special needs. Take a glimpse into the world of a caregiver and the demands he faces in raising a child with special needs - especially against the backdrop of this...
Aug 20, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Raising our children in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world can be daunting. In this fast-paced and ever-changing world, what are the key skills we should equip our children with? How can we help them thrive in such a challenging landscape? In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Paul Lim, a father of three children and a Senior Lecturer of Organisational Behavior and Human Resources at a local university. With an interest in the study of resilience, Paul unpacks the co...
Aug 06, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 9
The digital world is complex – even for us as parents. How can we bring stability and build a strong, supportive connection that our kids look to us to provide, as they grow up in this highly digital landscape? With practical examples, Darius Lee concludes this two-part series with handles to equip our children to not only navigate the digital world with wisdom by thinking critically, but also how we can guide our children holistically by helping them build empathy alongside mental and emotional...
Jul 23, 2024•16 min•Season 2Ep. 8
How prevalent is online harm in Singapore? What are some things we can do to help our kids recognise and deal with fake or harmful content online? In this first episode of a two-part series, our host, Aaron Ng, is joined by Darius Lee, Executive director of Cultivate SG, an independent non-profit organisation dedicated to cultivating culture for the common good. Darius talks about the different harms that lurk in the online space and how these can negatively impact society at large. He also shar...
Jul 09, 2024•20 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Letting go of control over our teens is a very critical topic that many parents grapple with. Whether it's allowing them more independence, trusting their decisions, finding the right balance can be a challenge. In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, June Yong, is joined by Pamela, a mother of three teens between the ages of 14 to 17. She shares candidly her journey of learning to relinquish control as she learns to empathise with her kids and discovers ways to guide them in self-man...
Jun 25, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Bullying is a painful and difficult experience we hope our children will not have to go through. But if it does happen to our kids, what are some telltale signs that they are being mistreated? How can we respond in a way that is helpful and supportive? In this episode, our host, Ee Jay, chats with father-son pair Ganesan and Kavi Maniam, about their experience as a family when Kavi encountered bullies in school. They reveal the fears and perspectives—from both parent and child—of being placed in...
Jun 11, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Sleep deprivation almost feels like an inevitable part of a young parents’ journey. But what if long nights with a fussing baby can be overcome, and a good night’s rest for both parents and baby is possible? In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Zoe Chu, a mum of 4 and the founder of Sleep Supernanny. As an adult and baby sleep expert, Zoe shares about how parents can help their babies foster healthy sleep habits and develop the invaluable skill of falling asleep independently. Find...
May 21, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 4
