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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
小白兔
Ever since we saw this series of TVCs, we are all determined to teach our little one to speak Mandarin.
This is our usual routine now whenever this TVC comes on.
妈妈：小白兔……
Tessa：白白……
妈妈：小白兔白又白
Tessa：白白
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Our Little Taurus
"Why are you clenching your little fists and holding your arms so stiff? Let go, like a good little baby. Please, let go ...please!"
If you have a Taurus infant, no doubt those hands are still clenched and that mouth still glued shut despite your gentle attempts to spoon the yogurt through his tightly pursed lips.
No use in forcing their chubby little bodies into doing or wearing anything they don't want to do or wear. You're fighting an uphill battle. These youngsters can wear out even the most concentrated adult. And should you try to force them, they will let out a wail that will have you think twice next time.
WARNING: To avoid being worn out by your Taurus child - do not push him.
Aside from being just plain stubborn, your Taurus tot will be a delight to raise. Taurus babies will sit contentedly in their bouncy seats, wide awake and quiet as a mouse. Mom might be a bit worse for the wear but nothing strengthens a parent's inner resolve like a Taurus child.
Taurus kids are well-behaved and will be affable with company. Unless of course you demand, humiliate, tease or pressure your Taurus unnecessarily. Otherwise they are fairly mature for their ages.
They love bedtime stories and they're cuddly and loving. Like their astrological neighbor Aries, they'll squeeze the breath out of you with one of their bear hugs and they need that affection returned often.
There may be lots of little struggles over bath-time, bedtime, what to wear and eat or when to play but if you can pick and choose your battles, you'll both be happier in the long run. Avoid power-struggles with your Taurus toddler - they'll outlast you every time.
These kids are normally the most emotionally balanced of all the signs. They are not inclined towards bouts of depression, tantrums or showy attitudes. However, they react strongly to colors and noise. Discordant sights, sounds and smells will affect their emotional stability. So use soft colors in a Taurus baby's bedroom and fill the house with music and calm, soothing sounds like wind chimes.
The blaze of Taurus temper may rear its ugly head now and again. But remember, they don't respond well to excessive pressure or authoritarian parenting. In fact, this approach will only encourage belligerence. Give them lots of transition time and warnings. Schedules work well. Taurus kids like to know what's going to happen next.
Slow and predictable are the key words here. Pushing these children is dangerous to the development of their emotional health and personality. They can grow into silent, moody, cruel adults if yelled at or handled harshly. The answer to all your Taurus child anguish is love, not force.
Both boys and girls will be healthy, strong and athletically inclined. They will be hearty eaters and look for a cow-lick or curls atop the head of a Taurus babe. Rough and tumble type kids, their bodies are strong and sturdy. They'll wear out shoes quickly and be rough with your furniture.
The girls will usually be all-female, playing with their dolls and tending to the house. If you have a tomboy, she'll be outside climbing trees or playing ball with the neighborhood boys. But she'll still be a Daddy's girl and do her fair share of flirting to get what she wants. The boys are endearingly sweet with Mom but can be little terrors so be sure to guide their energy into creative outlets.
Taurus children tend to be slightly more competitive than other kids but it is not out of a need to show-off. These kids are surprisingly even-tempered (when you don't push them) and their dispositions are usually calm and pleasant and they can sometimes be timid. They are not easily panicked or disturbed and usually quite predictable.
His common sense, good judgment and sense of fair play make the Taurus child a natural choice among peers and teachers for leadership roles. Bad moments come with their stubbornness but overall these kids are well-behaved and very responsible. They won't steal dad's car or skip their curfew.
Be gentle to them with regards to their grades/studies. Your Taurus teen may not be the whiz kid but he'll prepare carefully and usually do well in school. The Taurus mind absorbs slowly and it is best to remember to work with that fact.
Unless there is an afflicting planet, they are industrious with excellent powers of concentration and learn their lessons methodically. They might also occasionally insult a teacher who gets his facts wrong. But don't ask him to apologize, especially if he's technically right or you'll be waiting a long time.
You should introduce a musical instruments or voice lessons early. Most have low melodious voices and often, considerable musical talent. But please don't ask them to perform in the living room for company. They are especially creative and should be given lots of opportunities to draw and paint and color as a way of expression.
Use lots of loving affection with your Taurus child. They can resist strict discipline and harsh words longer than they can a loving squeeze. They respond to common sense and practical requests. If it sounds reasonable, your Taurus tot is more likely to go along. "Because I said so." does not work with these children.
Babies/Toddlers
- stubborn with a capital S-T-U-B-B-O-R-N
- loving
- flirty
- daddy's little girl and momma's boy
- sweet
- charming
- well-behaved
- shy (they don't want or expect to be the center of attention)
- artistic and musical
Adolescents
- strong and athletic
- competent
- emotionally stable
- negative/stubborn
- normally calm and pleasant
- predictable
- mature/use common sense/good judgment
- reasonable and practical
- sensual
- studious
Parenting tips to best handle your Taurus tot or teen.
- never tease
- use love not force
- work with his natural rhythm
- create a loving, cozy home
- fill his eyes and ears with beauty
These children display a maturity beyond their years and can resist discipline and orders until after the sun sets and rises again but their single-mindedness is no match for a big bear hug or a friendly kiss. Use kind logic and appeal to their sense of responsibility. Fill your home with cozy comforts, a full refrigerator and pleasing sounds. Let your little bull graze at his own pace and you'll enjoy a smooth, cheerful and quite predictable journey through childhood.
If you have a Taurus infant, no doubt those hands are still clenched and that mouth still glued shut despite your gentle attempts to spoon the yogurt through his tightly pursed lips.
No use in forcing their chubby little bodies into doing or wearing anything they don't want to do or wear. You're fighting an uphill battle. These youngsters can wear out even the most concentrated adult. And should you try to force them, they will let out a wail that will have you think twice next time.
WARNING: To avoid being worn out by your Taurus child - do not push him.
Aside from being just plain stubborn, your Taurus tot will be a delight to raise. Taurus babies will sit contentedly in their bouncy seats, wide awake and quiet as a mouse. Mom might be a bit worse for the wear but nothing strengthens a parent's inner resolve like a Taurus child.
Taurus kids are well-behaved and will be affable with company. Unless of course you demand, humiliate, tease or pressure your Taurus unnecessarily. Otherwise they are fairly mature for their ages.
They love bedtime stories and they're cuddly and loving. Like their astrological neighbor Aries, they'll squeeze the breath out of you with one of their bear hugs and they need that affection returned often.
There may be lots of little struggles over bath-time, bedtime, what to wear and eat or when to play but if you can pick and choose your battles, you'll both be happier in the long run. Avoid power-struggles with your Taurus toddler - they'll outlast you every time.
These kids are normally the most emotionally balanced of all the signs. They are not inclined towards bouts of depression, tantrums or showy attitudes. However, they react strongly to colors and noise. Discordant sights, sounds and smells will affect their emotional stability. So use soft colors in a Taurus baby's bedroom and fill the house with music and calm, soothing sounds like wind chimes.
The blaze of Taurus temper may rear its ugly head now and again. But remember, they don't respond well to excessive pressure or authoritarian parenting. In fact, this approach will only encourage belligerence. Give them lots of transition time and warnings. Schedules work well. Taurus kids like to know what's going to happen next.
Slow and predictable are the key words here. Pushing these children is dangerous to the development of their emotional health and personality. They can grow into silent, moody, cruel adults if yelled at or handled harshly. The answer to all your Taurus child anguish is love, not force.
Both boys and girls will be healthy, strong and athletically inclined. They will be hearty eaters and look for a cow-lick or curls atop the head of a Taurus babe. Rough and tumble type kids, their bodies are strong and sturdy. They'll wear out shoes quickly and be rough with your furniture.
The girls will usually be all-female, playing with their dolls and tending to the house. If you have a tomboy, she'll be outside climbing trees or playing ball with the neighborhood boys. But she'll still be a Daddy's girl and do her fair share of flirting to get what she wants. The boys are endearingly sweet with Mom but can be little terrors so be sure to guide their energy into creative outlets.
Taurus children tend to be slightly more competitive than other kids but it is not out of a need to show-off. These kids are surprisingly even-tempered (when you don't push them) and their dispositions are usually calm and pleasant and they can sometimes be timid. They are not easily panicked or disturbed and usually quite predictable.
His common sense, good judgment and sense of fair play make the Taurus child a natural choice among peers and teachers for leadership roles. Bad moments come with their stubbornness but overall these kids are well-behaved and very responsible. They won't steal dad's car or skip their curfew.
Be gentle to them with regards to their grades/studies. Your Taurus teen may not be the whiz kid but he'll prepare carefully and usually do well in school. The Taurus mind absorbs slowly and it is best to remember to work with that fact.
Unless there is an afflicting planet, they are industrious with excellent powers of concentration and learn their lessons methodically. They might also occasionally insult a teacher who gets his facts wrong. But don't ask him to apologize, especially if he's technically right or you'll be waiting a long time.
You should introduce a musical instruments or voice lessons early. Most have low melodious voices and often, considerable musical talent. But please don't ask them to perform in the living room for company. They are especially creative and should be given lots of opportunities to draw and paint and color as a way of expression.
Use lots of loving affection with your Taurus child. They can resist strict discipline and harsh words longer than they can a loving squeeze. They respond to common sense and practical requests. If it sounds reasonable, your Taurus tot is more likely to go along. "Because I said so." does not work with these children.
Babies/Toddlers
- stubborn with a capital S-T-U-B-B-O-R-N
- loving
- flirty
- daddy's little girl and momma's boy
- sweet
- charming
- well-behaved
- shy (they don't want or expect to be the center of attention)
- artistic and musical
Adolescents
- strong and athletic
- competent
- emotionally stable
- negative/stubborn
- normally calm and pleasant
- predictable
- mature/use common sense/good judgment
- reasonable and practical
- sensual
- studious
Parenting tips to best handle your Taurus tot or teen.
- never tease
- use love not force
- work with his natural rhythm
- create a loving, cozy home
- fill his eyes and ears with beauty
These children display a maturity beyond their years and can resist discipline and orders until after the sun sets and rises again but their single-mindedness is no match for a big bear hug or a friendly kiss. Use kind logic and appeal to their sense of responsibility. Fill your home with cozy comforts, a full refrigerator and pleasing sounds. Let your little bull graze at his own pace and you'll enjoy a smooth, cheerful and quite predictable journey through childhood.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
First Shichida Lesson
I attended my first Shichida lesson today at the HDB Hub.
It wasn't exactly a lot of fun but at least I get to meet new friends. They are Ruby, Jesslyn, Ashley, Chloe and this other boy whom I can't remember his name.
Teacher Nurul is nice, but she kept handing out interesting new stuff for me to play only to take them back again soon! I am so angry with her!
Mommy scolded me for being a little disgrace when I shouted at Teacher Nurul when she said I've to return her those little activity cards. Mommy also said that I should learn to sit still and behave myself. But it was fun crawling around the classroom, exploring the wall posters and saying hi to my new friends. I don't understand why I should be sitting still.
Daddy said I should have paid attention in class, but I can't understand a thing. Teacher Nurul made us sing some silly songs in some foreign languages which I don't understand. I am definitely more interested in crawling around the room and playing with my new friends.
Haiz. Mommy said she hope I'll perform better next week. I can't believe we are going to do this again!
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It wasn't exactly a lot of fun but at least I get to meet new friends. They are Ruby, Jesslyn, Ashley, Chloe and this other boy whom I can't remember his name.
Teacher Nurul is nice, but she kept handing out interesting new stuff for me to play only to take them back again soon! I am so angry with her!
Mommy scolded me for being a little disgrace when I shouted at Teacher Nurul when she said I've to return her those little activity cards. Mommy also said that I should learn to sit still and behave myself. But it was fun crawling around the classroom, exploring the wall posters and saying hi to my new friends. I don't understand why I should be sitting still.
Daddy said I should have paid attention in class, but I can't understand a thing. Teacher Nurul made us sing some silly songs in some foreign languages which I don't understand. I am definitely more interested in crawling around the room and playing with my new friends.
Haiz. Mommy said she hope I'll perform better next week. I can't believe we are going to do this again!
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Tessa shows off her standing skills at home before leaving for Shichida lesson.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Bye bye virus!
Our little princess had a great night's sleep on Saturday and woke up the next day feeling refreshed and more cheerful.
She was in the mood to wave hi and bye to the nurses and doctors. She even gave Dr Jacqueline a kiss, after Doctor announced that she is well enough to go home.
While waiting for the nurses to prepare for her discharge, Daddy brought Tessa to the playground.
She was in the mood to wave hi and bye to the nurses and doctors. She even gave Dr Jacqueline a kiss, after Doctor announced that she is well enough to go home.
While waiting for the nurses to prepare for her discharge, Daddy brought Tessa to the playground.
At around 3.30pm, we were all ready to go home!
Bye bye for good, we won't be back again!
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Boohoohoo!!!
I have never seen my precious one cried so much since birth. This nasty viral fever must have caused so much discomfort to her. She is cranky and almost non-consolable.
As a result, Mommy & Grandma became panda bears.
On Saturday early morning around 2am, the doctor on duty decided to put the little one on drip because she was truly dehydrated.
Her poor little right hand was all bandaged up so that she won't hurt herself when she moved around.
As a result, Mommy & Grandma became panda bears.
On Saturday early morning around 2am, the doctor on duty decided to put the little one on drip because she was truly dehydrated.
Her poor little right hand was all bandaged up so that she won't hurt herself when she moved around.
The drip actually did do her good. Her fever subsided and she was able to sleep better.
Our little princess woke up feeling more refreshed, energized and cheerful.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Down with Viral Fever
Our little girl was hit by the nasty virus!!!!
The nasty virus caused high fever that hoovered around 37 and 39.6 degrees. Her fever started last Thursday morning. In the afternoon, Gongong and Mah-mah brought her to the doctor who prescribed fever medicine. But the medicine didn't help.
Late night, we received a call that she was burning hot and we rushed down to send her to NUH Children Emergency. Her temperature was 39.3. The doctor wanted to rule out urine infection but we failed to make her pee enough to do the urine dipstick test. Therefore, the doctor decided to send us back home, and for her to return in the afternoon to the specialist clinic to be followed up.
The nasty virus caused high fever that hoovered around 37 and 39.6 degrees. Her fever started last Thursday morning. In the afternoon, Gongong and Mah-mah brought her to the doctor who prescribed fever medicine. But the medicine didn't help.
Late night, we received a call that she was burning hot and we rushed down to send her to NUH Children Emergency. Her temperature was 39.3. The doctor wanted to rule out urine infection but we failed to make her pee enough to do the urine dipstick test. Therefore, the doctor decided to send us back home, and for her to return in the afternoon to the specialist clinic to be followed up.
Tessa with her KoolAid at Children's Emergency
We returned to NUH Clinic A on Friday afternoon. Her fever was 39.4 and she was obviously dehydrated as a result of the fever. She has not drunk any milk the whole day. The doctor advised us to get her admitted so that they can put her on a drip if necessary.
So, we checked into NUH Ward 46 Room 5 at around 4pm.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Long time no hear
It's been quite a while since I last post updates on the little one.
She is really growing up fast. Now she can stand on her own really well. Not sure when she'll take her first step.
She has also learnt to wave bye-bye and will give you a smooch (or smooches when she's in a good mood) when you ask. It's been a delight to wake up in the morning to her smooching away at me.
She has also learnt to dance in her own amusing style. Very entertaining. I will find a chance to video it down.
I promise I will try to find time to upload new photos soon.
She is really growing up fast. Now she can stand on her own really well. Not sure when she'll take her first step.
She has also learnt to wave bye-bye and will give you a smooch (or smooches when she's in a good mood) when you ask. It's been a delight to wake up in the morning to her smooching away at me.
She has also learnt to dance in her own amusing style. Very entertaining. I will find a chance to video it down.
I promise I will try to find time to upload new photos soon.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
三个人的情人节
有了孩子的2月14日，是二人世界浪漫的结束还是另一个新的开始？
老公是实际派，对这种节日的期望和向往度不高。但是我是个喜欢浪漫的人，因此还是很向往能够和老公一起度过个浪漫的情人节。鲜花、烛光、美食……想着都会让我陶醉。唉！可是三个人的生活早就已经没有了浪漫，心里唯一牵挂的也只有我们的小宝贝。所以今年我对情人节的期待淡如水。
可是结果，原来，三个人的情人节也可以过得很快乐。
今年，没有鲜花和浪漫的烛光晚餐，但是仍然度过了一个幸福的情人节。老公还意外地给了我一个惊喜。嘻，还真的叫我好感动、喜出望外。
一家人在一起，天天都可以很幸福、很浪漫。
老公是实际派，对这种节日的期望和向往度不高。但是我是个喜欢浪漫的人，因此还是很向往能够和老公一起度过个浪漫的情人节。鲜花、烛光、美食……想着都会让我陶醉。唉！可是三个人的生活早就已经没有了浪漫，心里唯一牵挂的也只有我们的小宝贝。所以今年我对情人节的期待淡如水。
可是结果，原来，三个人的情人节也可以过得很快乐。
今年，没有鲜花和浪漫的烛光晚餐，但是仍然度过了一个幸福的情人节。老公还意外地给了我一个惊喜。嘻，还真的叫我好感动、喜出望外。
一家人在一起，天天都可以很幸福、很浪漫。
My Baby Float
I had soooooo much fun in the pool yesterday with Daddy, Mommy, Peter-gonggong and Adrian gorgor.
I love lying back in my bright yellow float and just drifting about in the pool. So relaxing!
I love lying back in my bright yellow float and just drifting about in the pool. So relaxing!
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Happy Valentine's Day!
Today is Valentine's Day! It's a day for people to say 'I love you' and give one another many hugs and kisses.
Oh! Also a day to go out play and have a nice dinner.
Mommy dressed me in my new white dress so that we can all go and have a nice Valentine's Day celebration!
Oh! Also a day to go out play and have a nice dinner.
Mommy dressed me in my new white dress so that we can all go and have a nice Valentine's Day celebration!
This is my first Valentine's Day with Daddy. Daddy said it's a hyper Valentine's Day for him!
Hyper happy one, I guess.
Hyper happy one, I guess.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Picnic @Peirce Reservoir
Yesterday, Daddy and Mommy brought me to Peirce Reservoir for a mini picnic. The weather was very nice and we had fun just sitting by the reservoir enjoying take-out chicken nuggets, french fries and Coke from McDonalds.
The photos we took at the reservoir turned out very very nice!
Mommy said we shall do this more often - we can cycle, fly kite, or simply take a stroll and have a picnic like we did. I totally agree.
Cute China Baby Doll
Gong xi gong xi!
Tessa wants to thank all who have given her angbaos, making her one of the richest babies on earth (rich with $$$ as well as love).
Mommy has alot of fun dressing me up during the CNY. This one is one of my favourite - a cheongsum given to me by my grandaunties.
Once again, I wish everyone a very very happy and prosperous year of the Ox.
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