ParentEd Focus on the Family Singapore

Dads play a special and key role in guiding and shaping their children. While being a father does have its joys and a sense of fulfilment, it is not without challenges – especially when it comes to balancing both work and family life.
If you are wondering, “How can I do it all?”, you are not alone.
In this episode, our host, Chong Ee Jay, is joined by Jimmy Sia, a tech professional and a proud & happy father of 3. He shares about the parenting approach that guides him in his fatherhood journey and provides practical tips on how to thrive at home and at work.
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We all need someone to turn to when life gets tough. At Focus on the Family Singapore, we want you to know that you are not alone. Our trusted and dedicated team of counsellors are here to support and help you navigate life's challenging situations in a safe and non-judgmental space. 
Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling. 
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If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.
You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.

Learning that your child may be facing mental health struggles can be terrifying. 
What available help-seeking options are there? How can we move beyond fear and stigma so that we don’t unknowingly create a treatment gap? 
In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Alex Yeo, the executive director of Caring for Life and co-founder of Mental Connect. He shares practical ways parents can get started in walking with their children through mental health challenges, the resources available for help, as well as how they can be a safe space for their kids. 
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We all need someone to turn to when life gets tough. At Focus on the Family Singapore, we want you to know that you are not alone. Our trusted and dedicated team of counsellors are here to support and help you navigate life's challenging situations in a safe and non-judgmental space. 
Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling. 
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If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.
You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.

“Every child has a potential which can be nurtured.” 
All our children are individually different and can bring so much to the world. As parents, how can we support them as they develop and discover their interests and strengths? What can we do to help them build confidence in their uniqueness, and when they face setbacks? 
In this episode, our host, Aaron Ng, is joined by Ho Tuck Leh, who shares his parenting approach towards his children’s education and holistic development. Tuck Leh is a father of 3 young adults and teens who have distinctly different interests and academic routes, and he talks about how he journeys with his kids in realising their potential. 
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If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.
You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.

Just as it takes a village to raise a child, the community plays a crucial role in nurturing our youths. 
What does it take to sow into the next generation? How can parents cross the generation gap to reach the heart of their teens? 
Join our host, Alicia Boo, as she speaks with a youth worker and FamChamps mentor, Wei Ern, who speaks about what it’s like to journey with youths and how to do so effectively in this impressionable juncture of their lives. He debunks myths of mentoring youths, shares about the joys & challenges, and talks about how parents and adults can connect and cultivate good in the lives of our teens. 
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Interested in finding out more about how you can play a part in raising the next generation of Family Champions? Find out more about how you can sow into the work of FamChamps at our upcoming info session! 
Date: 21 Mar 2024 (Thu) 
Time: 7.00pm to 8.30pm 
Register for the info session at www.family.org.sg/FCMentorInfoSession2024.  
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If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.
You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.

As parents, this question may arise at some point of the parenting journey: Should we enlist additional help?
While hiring a helper can indeed be a lifesaver, it is crucial to also consider how to foster a positive relationship with them. What steps can we take to nurture this relationship and ensure mutual respect and understanding?
Join our host, Natalie Yeo, and hear from Joy, a mother of 3 young daughters, and how she manages her household alongside her husband and two helpers.
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At Focus on the Family Singapore, we believe that every parent can grow, thrive and enjoy parenting!
Your partnership will enable us to support parents through our parent dialogues, webinars, workshops and campaigns, to nurture thriving families for the next generation. You can give at www.family.org.sg/Donate.
Should you be in need of help or support, our counsellors are available to lend you a listening ear. Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling.
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If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.
You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.

“It will be helpful if parents don't compare, because every child is unique. Every child has different strengths and that's what took me a lot of years to realise and learn.”
Our children are growing up in a society where ideal body images are seen in media and social media, and the struggle with eating disorders can be a difficult one.
Join our host, June Yong, as she speaks with Nicole, a 22-year-old University student who shares about her personal journey through an eating disorder and how she coped with the pressure of growing up with her family and peers.
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Raising Future-Ready Kids: Screenwise Parenting Webinar
With so much of our children’s time now spent online, how can we raise them to be screenwise and future-ready?
It can be a parent’s greatest challenge to set limits on screentime and boundaries around digital content consumption. Yet if done right, our children can be empowered to consume media wisely.
In this 2-hour session, you will learn to:
Establish positive digital habits as a family and enjoy meaningful offline experiencesSet clear and safe boundaries for screen time and online interactionsNavigate tensions and disagreement about screentime
Saturday, 2 March 2024 | 10am to 12pm | Online (Zoom)
Register at http://www.family.org.sg/RFRKScreenwiseParenting
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If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.
You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.