Club Only Child Club

[spunky]

As a mother of an only child, I say how we set our expectation determines how our child will turn out.


If we are parents with sound values, our child will turn out the same way as they will model our behaviour.

I am human and have many times been tempted to spoil my child as she is the only one. It takes a lot to not do that n teach her morally right values.

It has really paid off as many adults who have a chance to interact with her are suprise at her independence and maturity. Many were infact surprisedto learn she is an only child.

So we as parents of an only child don't be disheartened, as I am sure most of us here have all the right values system in us to impart to our only princess and prince

[kaitlynangelica]

Hi all,


I am the one who started the thread. But I’d like to say that I have learnt to be content and happy with just one child. I have learnt to count my blessings instead of comparing with others how come some can have 3 or 4 kids and God has only given me one. In fact, now that my dd is in P2, I have come to thank God that I have only one. Its really no joke to have to jaga the child all the time. So much homework, CCA’s, tuition etc etc. I used to feel terribly inferior about just having one child but God has been kind and blessed me with peace to realise that he knows best for me.

[spunky]

There is a reason for everything . The masses will always make us feel inferior . Don't we r blessed chosen few

kaitlynangelica:

Hi all,

I am the one who started the thread. But I'd like to say that I have learnt to be content and happy with just one child. I have learnt to count my blessings instead of comparing with others how come some can have 3 or 4 kids and God has only given me one. In fact, now that my dd is in P2, I have come to thank God that I have only one. Its really no joke to have to jaga the child all the time. So much homework, CCA's, tuition etc etc. I used to feel terribly inferior about just having one child but God has been kind and blessed me with peace to realise that he knows best for me.

[Ivy Ang Siow Kia]

As a mother of 1 child, I always feel that at least I can give him the best. :celebrate:

[kelineng]

Hi everyone


I am a mummy with also a little boy, saying hello to everyone here. Nice to see all here and hope to get to know you and your little precious here. My DB is currently turing 5 in this june. Anyone same age as mine too?

Regards
K

[kelineng]

Hi Ivy


I totally agree with you, as a mummy of one we are able to give him/her the best including love and care of cos material too.

[tanglin]

Hi,


my DS is also coming to 5....but a few months later than yours, in sep.
i really enjoy our interaction at this age...it's a different ballgame from back when he was a baby/toddler.

*wave to kelineng and everyone on this thread*

Cheers :celebrate:

[LLK]

krazy:

sakura:

it's possible. i show her videos on you tube. actually, my girl gets to use the materials that i plan for work / lessons... and i do not waste such opportunities.

eg :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONqWbFlxVwE

she doesn't know how to write out her emotions and thoughts yet but she can articulate. and she asked questions after the video. i still remembered, she paused after watching the video and said \"i have food to eat.\"

sakura_2009:

Honestly I don't think my kid will really appreciate what he is enjoying right now...As parents, we can keep reminding them that they should appreciate what they have right now etc. But how can he really appreciate if he has it all in the first place?? :roll:

Should let them have a chance to do community works in 3rd world country when are they older, so that they would realise....................

[kristel-mummy]

Hi Everybody,


I am a SAHM, looking after a hyper active 3 year old son. And yes he is my only only child. Quit my job as a customer service manager to take care of my DD FT. It's very stressful at times, but looking at him smile makes my day. Anyway, I going to put him to CC soon. I have done my NS at last!

I find the problems are mostly from my MIL, keep nagging my DH to have another one. Sigh.... it's me who is going to take care of DD, not anyone, so I always (till now) stood my ground. Guess, I not prepared to have another NS anytime soon!

Yes, I do find my DD is a bit on the self centered side. I won't say he is anti-social, but when it comes to toys, he is very \"defensive\" when other children come near him. I hope by putting him into CC will make him learn to share more with other children.

I hope to learn more from other mummy on this issue. Oh yea, i stumble on this site while searching for a suitable CC for DD.

Kristel

[monmon31]

kaitlynangelica:

Hi all,


I am the one who started the thread. But I'd like to say that I have learnt to be content and happy with just one child. I have learnt to count my blessings instead of comparing with others how come some can have 3 or 4 kids and God has only given me one. In fact, now that my dd is in P2, I have come to thank God that I have only one. Its really no joke to have to jaga the child all the time. So much homework, CCA's, tuition etc etc. I used to feel terribly inferior about just having one child but God has been kind and blessed me with peace to realise that he knows best for me.

Hi

My DS is also in P2 this year. Sometimes, i feel very lousy because he does not have anyone to play with. In compensation, I tend to spoil him with whatever he wants but of course with some limits. I do send him for camps and other activities. He does not form firm friends in school unlike some children by now, they already have a kaki and this is worrying. Is this normal? If not, what else can i do to help him? :?: