ParentEd

All of us want to have value. All of us want to belong somewhere, and for many, family is that place. Life begins with family. Hosted by June, this episode spotlights young family champions Hannah Cheong and Adele Wang...

How do married couples stay together when pulled between raising children and caring for ageing parents? What family support helps them navigate these hardships? In this episode, host June creates a safe, honest space...

Fatherhood is evolving. Today, modern fathers are discovering both the joy and challenge of parenting with emotional presence, shared caregiving, and deeper connection, even as they juggle work–life balance, fatigue...

Parents play a powerful role in helping children stay away from drugs. According to the National Drug Perception Survey, nearly 95% of youths say that having parents who actively talk with them about drug‑related issues...

The reality of motherhood is filled with deep love and hope, yet it often carries quiet, unseen struggles. From burnout and self‑imposed expectations to the courage it takes to ask for help, it is a journey that...

“A lot of parental guilt comes from the expectations parents place on themselves. When they can’t meet them, they assume they have failed — even when they are doing their best.” - Mark In this episode, June speaks with...

Many of us strive to be patient and purposeful parents. But when we fall short, we often become our harshest critic. We wonder, why am I reacting in the very way I promised not to? Parenting often reveals our...

Busy parents can build values into everyday life through simple routines—reading bedtime stories, having conversations during mealtimes, praising small acts of kindness, and asking children gentle reflection questions...

Many parents are beginning to recognise how deeply our childhood experiences shape the way we show up in our parenting today. We absorbed patterns growing up — how conflict was managed, how emotions were expressed, and...

Let’s dive in. Play is just as important. We explore how well‑intentioned adult expectations can unintentionally shape a child’s inner world. When children are frequently directed—told what to do, how to do it, and at...

“When we role-model with authenticity, the children pick it up.” - Eric Many men today wrestle with their masculine identity, torn between projecting strength and suppressing vulnerability. In this episode, Aaron speaks...

“Don’t be discouraged if your child doesn’t understand you right now. It’s a long journey, but when they grow up, they will appreciate that you walked through it with them.” - Pauline In this episode, our host Alicia...

What if shifting from an autocratic approach to collaboration at the dinner table—and giving your child a voice—could build deeper trust than setting expectations? True connection begins when conversations move beyond...

Parenting teens can feel overwhelming, especially for dads navigating the shift from childhood to adolescence. In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, host June speaks with Sebastian Teo, father of two daughters, about...

Fatherhood today is changing, yet many dads still feel unseen and unsupported during the early parenting season. In this episode, host June speaks with Naomi Toh, a mental health counsellor, and Edna Sim, a social...