Sathish_educationist

How Can I Manage My Kids Without Stress as a Working Mom? Question: Hi, I’m Gaithiri, a working mother and an infant care teacher in Singapore. I commute daily from Johor, Malaysia, and visit my kids (a 4-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl) at my in-laws’ house every weekend. I often feel stressed when: • They wake up very early in the morning, leaving me sleep-deprived. • When we go out for lunch, they run around, making it hard to manage them. I love my kids, but handling them without stress feels overwhelming. Could you please guide me on how to manage this better? Answer: Hi Gaithiri, Thank you for sharing your thoughts. What you’re experiencing is entirely normal and something many parents go through, especially when juggling work, commute, and parenting. You’re doing a wonderful job already, but I completely understand how overwhelming it can feel at times. Here’s something to keep in mind: Being a parent comes with its own set of challenges, but it’s also filled with moments t...

Imagine a classroom completely filled with kids like these! It might not be practically possible, but what if we provide them with that space, environment, and freedom? After all, happiness is free, isn’t it? Does Our Education System Suppress the Inner Child in Every Kid? Childhood is a magical phase—a time of boundless curiosity, creativity, and imagination. However, as children enter the structured environment of formal education, there’s an underlying concern: Is our education system killing the inner child within them? On one hand, discipline is essential. It teaches responsibility, focus, and the ability to follow societal norms—qualities necessary to succeed in the real world. On the other hand, the essence of childhood lies in uninhibited creativity and individuality. Striking a balance between these two often seems hypothetical, leaving educators and parents grappling with the question: How do we nurture creativity while instilling discipline? The Conflict: Discipline vs. Self...