Surfing too much net on a subject is no good. it do you no good. you see, i was searching materials for parenthood or parenting. it makes me feel like i going to turn into a parent overnight. and below is some of the interesting facts i found through surfing. things like International Planned Parenthood Federation: that helps to meet the demand and unmet need for quality services as one of its aim. *wahahaha* ( the demand and the unmet need)

No no.. don't worry. your beloved xiaoqiang is not on the route to join the ever-national supportive citizens to multiply to the nation polpulation. he is not fit to be one yet. he just feel that the surfing the net today is a chore. and never in his life makes him think that surfing net is so tiring. he is just gets grumpy. and some Q&A he came across... and some help which you young parents are reading or searching for info.

Q: Do all babies like being cuddled? How developed is their sense of touch?

A: It's easier to observe how a baby responds to touch than to how he sees or smells. For instance, if you touch the baby on the mouth, he will immediately begin to suck, even if it's your finger. Stroke his cheek and he will turn towards you. These are feeding reflexes which are vital for baby's survival.

Newborns are very sensitive to touch. They enter the world screaming at the bright lights and the alien environment but that stops as soon as they are cleaned up, swaddled and placed in mummy's arms. Studies show that touch is very important for the baby's development. There is evidence to show that babies who are not touched do not thrive as well as those who are hugged and cuddled regularly.

Observe your baby to see what he enjoys. Does he like tight hugs or does he prefer being held more loosely? Does he prefer having his toes caressed or his body? Look to your baby and he will lead you the right way.


What is IPPF?
The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) links national autonomous Family Planning Associations (FPAs) in over 180 countries worldwide.It is registered as a charity in the United Kingdom and is the largest voluntary organization in the world to be concerned with family planning and sexual and reproductive health.

What are IPPF's aims?
1. To meet the demand and unmet need for quality services;

2. To promote sexual and reproductive health for all;

3. To eliminate unsafe abortion;

4. To take affirmative action to gain equity, equality and empowerment for women;

5. To help young people understand their sexuality and to provide services that meet their demands;

6. To maintain the highest standards of care throughout the Federation.


for more info, below are some qoutes. please refer to http://www.ippf.org/about/what.htm


qouted from somewhere....

Many Singaporeans desire marriage and want more children (sure a not???). However, some are deterred by the perceived challenges of raising a family e.g., lack of time with their children( nah, not this one), shortage of child care options( nope, not this one), and an imbalance between work and family life( none of these.. it's money). In response to these concerns, and to help Singaporeans realise their dreams of having bigger families, the Government has enhanced existing pro-family measures and introduced new initiatives to create a more conducive environment for you to start and raise a family. These schemes are aimed at making Singapore a great place for families.


Some Schemes - New or Enhanced
for more , please refer to http://www.familytown.gov.sg/family/family.htm

Social Development
- Social Development Unit
- Social Development Service

Existing Schemes - Buying of new flats
- Third Child Priority Scheme

Caring for Children - New & Enhanced Schemes
- Grandparent Caregiver Relief

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