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Parenting: newborns to toddlers

China’s NHC said pregnancy and birth was a “difficult and beautiful journey, where women will go through physical and psychological changes” - until the post was removed without explanation. Photo: Shutterstock

Chinese health body takes down propaganda aimed at boosting birth rate

In deleted post NHC listed physical changes and said pregnant women and their families should focus more on the positive values of birth.

6 Nov 2024 - 4:32PMvideocam

The ‘mini-Picasso’, 3, whose paintings sell for 6-figure sums

25 Oct 2024 - 5:16PM

Boys and girls play differently. Is nature or nurture to blame?

22 Oct 2024 - 4:41AM

Baby massage relieved her postnatal depression. Now she teaches it

Baby massage classes helped Hong Kong-based Jen Cooper beat severe postnatal depression. Having seen their benefits she became an instructor.

19 Oct 2024 - 11:15AM

Baby massage eased postnatal depression for Jen Cooper (centre), who is now a teacher of baby movement classes in Hong Kong. Photo: Edmond So

5 of the best things to do this weekend in Hong Kong, October 18-20

From the Hong Kong Ballet to the Asian Film Festival and World Shochu and Awamori Festival, our pick of the best things to do this weekend.

18 Oct 2024 - 4:09PM

5 wellness events in Hong Kong this weekend, October 18-20

How active do you want to be this weekend? Pick from a historic walking tour, toddler’s play and yoga, a women’s self-defence class and more.

17 Oct 2024 - 7:30PM

How two of Asia’s coolest creative names launched this giant new installation

He’s worked with Louis Vuitton and Blackpink – now, Japanese graphic artist Verdy has joined forces with his pal, Hong Kong entrepreneur Kevin Poon, to create Visty Playground at Pacific Place.

10 Oct 2024 - 4:15PM

Verdy and Kevin Poon in the Visty Playground ball pit in Pacific Place, Hong Kong. Photo: Jocelyn Tam

Fuss-free ‘hanging’ China baby triplets praised for calmness on train with dad

Video of infant trio ‘hanging’ in baby carriers in separate, paid-for seats goes viral as online observers label father a ‘super dad’.

10 Oct 2024 - 9:00AM

Who is Dave Abrams, husband of Beverly Hills, 90210 actress Jennie Garth?

The pair met on a double blind date, married the year after and separated briefly before reconciling; Garth recently revealed that their IVF attempts strained their relationship.

26 Sep 2024 - 7:00PM

China woman who survived attempted murder by husband in cliff fall has IVF baby

Son born on September 17 during Mid-Autumn Festival, a time for family reunions under the full moon.

22 Sep 2024 - 7:06PM

Wang, who tragically lost her unborn child five years ago when her husband pushed her off a cliff in Thailand, has welcomed a new son during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/Royal Thai Police

Kindergarten principal suspended for collective pledge to ‘not be bear parents’

Story sparks national discourse on parent-teacher relationships, attracting 13 million views online.

13 Sep 2024 - 2:32PM

A kindergarten in China faces criticism for asking parents to pledge civility, sparking national discussion. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Douyin

Proud China grandma, 36, criticised for not prioritising son’s education

Woman says her family has long tradition of early marriage and childbirth.

13 Sep 2024 - 10:41AM

Being Chinese | I am a Chinese mother. Hear me worry

Like Mencius’ mum, I want to give my son a better learning environment, including by moving house. Yet I also want him to be happy.

8 Sep 2024 - 9:35AMvideocam

Struggling China couple add quadruplets to 2 kids criticised for donation plea

The poorly paid Chinese parents of newborn quadruplets, who already have two children, faced criticism for asking the public for help with their medical bills and living expenses.

4 Sep 2024 - 1:39PM

A destitute Chinese couple, already caring for two daughters, faced backlash online after appealing for donations following the birth of their quadruplets. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Douyin

Letters | Hong Kong’s community living rooms should cater to children’s needs

Readers discuss how underprivilged children can be provided with the space to develop, people sleeping in libraries, and Hongkongers’ attitude towards the homeless.

22 Aug 2024 - 3:48PM

A woman and her chid in a subdivided flat in Sham Shui Po in October 2016. Photo: Edward Wong

China father makes children kneel on busy road to force return of estranged wife

A video that attracted 63 million online views, shows traffic in China hurtling past three youngsters forced by their father to sit in the middle of a busy road in a misguided attempt to make his estranged wife return home.

22 Aug 2024 - 9:21AM

8 celebrities who’ve written kids books – from Meghan Markle to Kevin Hart

From Neil Patrick Harris’ book about a group of child magicians to Madonna’s English Roses, here are 8 celebrities who flexed their literary muscles to produce fun and inspiring books for kids

16 Aug 2024 - 7:00PM

Over 80% of Hong Kong mothers want more, cleaner breastfeeding facilities

Survey of 1,400 mothers and in-depth interviews with 30 by Equal Opportunities Commission show they also faced discrimination from employers.

6 Aug 2024 - 11:28PM

A baby care room near the female toilet at the Cultural Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Jelly Tse

5 family-friendly podcasts for kids that won’t bore adults

From Music Blocks to Mission Responsible, here are podcast recommendations for curious kids that steer clear of gore and profanities

3 Aug 2024 - 6:45AM

She is their miracle baby – yet she has a rare, fatal disease with no cure

The life expectancy of an infant with Tay-Sachs disease, which has no cure, is two to four years. The Hong Kong-based parents of Freya Maclay talk about their mission to raise awareness of the disease.

27 Jul 2024 - 12:29PMvideocam

China father gives daughter cabbage to keep her quiet on train trip

A smart father in China found a cheap and easy solution to entertain his toddler while the two travelled together on public transport, leaving him free to nap and play games.

11 Jul 2024 - 10:57PM

A father in China found an ingenious way to keep his toddler daughter occupied on a train journey. He gave her a cabbage to peel. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

Who is Candice Miller, Mama & Tata blogger and widow of Brandon Miller?

Property mogul Brandon has died suddenly at the age of 43, leaving behind his influencer wife Candice and 2 children, according to cemetery records

10 Jul 2024 - 6:00AM

Brandon Miller and Candice Levy in 2008. Photo: Patrick McMullan via Getty Images

China father orders daughter to fill bowl with tears for watching too much TV

A father in China who lost his temper with his toddler for not hearing him because she was watching television has been criticised for his harsh parenting style.

9 Jul 2024 - 11:59PM

Japan influencer films daughter, 2, trapped in hot car before getting help

Instead of calling emergency services when his toddler got locked in the car on a sweltering day, a Japanese father made a video of her in distress, sparking anger on social media.

4 Jul 2024 - 3:38PM

China girl believes on-duty border guard father lives inside surveillance camera

A little girl in China whose father works about 2,000km from the family home talks to him so often via camera that she thinks he actually lives inside the device.

4 Jul 2024 - 9:10AM

A little girl in China talks to her working-away father so often by camera that she thinks he actually lives inside the device. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

Man in China fills parking spots with son’s toy cars, security trashes them

A father in China bought his son US$8,000 worth of toy cars and parked them in three much-needed residential spaces, infuriating his neighbours.

5 Jul 2024 - 2:36PM

A father in China used his son’s expensive toy cars to fill parking spaces he paid for, sparking a bitter legal battle with fellow residents. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Douyin

China parents turn to affordable AI tool to predict unborn babies’ faces

Parents in China who are eager to see what their offspring will look like before they are born have turned to affordable artificial intelligence services to help them find out.

1 Jul 2024 - 10:00AM

China parenting KOL under scrutiny for rough and ready training of toddler son

A self-styled parenting influencer in China has divided opinion online with the rough and ready physical training methods he uses with his seven-month-old son.

29 Jun 2024 - 11:25AM

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Parenting: newborns to toddlers

The early years are vital for your children's development. During this time they learn to walk, talk, feed themselves and interact with others. We share parents' stories and tips on what to do, where to go, what to expect and how to give your offspring the best start in life.

last updated:

22 August, 2024