William Syndrome : PWD Organisation

When my article is published in the Star Newspaper recently, I am delighted in having much advice, support, well-wishers and feedback from private organisation, doctors, schools, mothers and professors.

Thanks and I really appreciate those information and to be part of the great society of PWD's. Having my daughter actually opens and change my thoughts on PWD, and how an organisation like this brings hope and wonders to them.

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For me, a little of William really bring cheers as they have not much worries in comparison with my elder son. Happy and outgoing, definitely agree on her safety and is working out on that. Jaden used to be a little jealous with his sister, but now look at him! He ask us to pick April up to go out together, cry with her, and learnt along the way. that is the pride of a mother, I think. The love of a brother, and I am happy of who April are. Someone who bring changes to another kid of mine. April are also someone you can talk almost all nonsense and she just listens and smile.. (even got scold) and somehow you wont feel like scolding her. ;P - Janet say I am too soft with her.

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This special column is highlighted for PWD - Person With Dissability. We have a large community who connect with each others for support and sharing of information. Kindly e-mail me so that we could include you in the loop for activity, news and the progress of the organisation to support PWD in the country.

You are not alone there, as we shared our passion in bringing up our child, with the support of loving individuals around the country. ;)

How my Mothers Day end up being Children's Day. ;p

Now probably I would understand Mother's Day mean to be away from child for few hour without any interruption, have one day ALL by herself, enjoyed what she love for a day. Not necessary spending money, but just manage to complete a show would be lovely.

Yesterday mark a day - how formal. ;P

Mothers Day 2011

AM: Settling down children. Pack Jaden favourite toys, and his favourite cup in a bag.
NOON: Sending Both to Nanny place, keep reminding Jaden that we will be away for few hours and that he NEED to be at nanny place with April and there is goh-goh (brother) and che-che (sister) to play with him. He say okay. How convincing!

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Upon leaving nanny place, Jaden screams and yells as wouldn't want to be there. But.. but.. how about all the promises?? I left as wanted him to be independent. From the ground floor, we still can hear him scream his mighty voice on level 3.

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Went to see The Mines My Lovely Mum 2011 final show, and how smooth... and a phone call from nanny and mum in law at the same time in the midst of show to tell me Jaden cry nonstop looking for mummy, then he request to be sent to his granny place and they did.. Aww... and he lived happily ever after.

Moral of the Story: Kids are smart in doing drama, and smart to rescue himself by crying, so parents, don’t easily get fooled.

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Despite his CLEVER behavior and to ensure that we are always there for him (a bit sarcastic here), we bring him to shopping for a toy and some yummy food of his choice.

Don't you think it’s more like a children's day instead?

A hot bath in the midnight is my own time yesterday as I sleep through the entire night like a log.

Happy Mother's Day to All. For me, we are strong and I believe that everything is possible! ;)

Coughing - Remedy from Chinese Herb Medication?

Coughing is definitely a headache for children and even adult. Dry Cough, phlegm, vomiting while coughing, eats too full and cough follow by vomiting and the list goes on. Most parents has gone through this, frustrated, and we are seeking high and low for doctors and medications, from hospital, clinics and other medication and it seems to be hopeless. Would like to share my own experience:

a) HUKM in Cheras - (one of the semi-private government hospitals in Malaysia) provides a good medication and doctor advice for babies and toddlers. Children under 3 are NOT suitable for antibiotic, thus it won't be given to them.
Why private clinic does give those knowing it’s bad for children under 3? The doctor in HUKM told me it's because of the anxious parents who think that the cough or sore throat can't be cured without antibiotics. So, always prevent giving antibiotic to children under 3.

b) Here is a retiree doctor from Tong Shin hospital in Tokong Ling Shan. He is seeing patient weekly and cure many by prescribing Chinese herb medication. Jaden has cough occasionally and it last for long and clinical medication doesn't help. We went to this doctor and yes, he is getting better health. This doctor is famous with treating cough among adult and children and other health problems.

Check This Out:

Tokong Ling Shan
No. 74, Batu 4 1/2, Kampung Pakar
Salak South, 57100 Kuala Lumpur

Contact: 7820508 (Kindly contact TM 103 for the new 8 digit phone number)
Opening hour and date: From 8 pm - but do get there early for numbers and queue. You need to call before you go as the Chinese practitioner may only be there occasionally.
Rate: For charity and donation - you may put any amount in the box. (Inclusive of 2 big bottle of medication for 2 weeks)

(The above is solely from my experience and had held no obligation to others)

How to Handle a Cranky 3 years old

When you hear people say terrible three, you will be asking yourself whether that really happens? I would say YES! Finally I have today, a peaceful day to blog after the hectic, adventurous weekend. Jaden has been very cranky lately. He wants his own way, he wants new adventure, he wants to explore new toys, he wanted to go new place and he even want to learn new songs, taste new food and make his sister DOES different funny things to make himself laugh. YES, you didn't hear me wrong as mine did that. But, we find it great as it makes us laugh too. Silly but that is the joy that we have as parent of two. Valuable and Fantastic.

We finds different way to please them, and for me, (trying by not increasing my voice and sounds like a crazy mummy), here you go some to-do list on the rescue:

a) Get them enough nap in their golden 2pm nap time. It works wonder if you want them to behave and give you happy faces during your day out.

b) Bring enough supplies of biscuits, drinks and healthy junks and a stroller with their favourite toys while you want to enjoy a performance, show or even a movie. Tested that. I bring 2 kiddies to a movie. Overall rated of behaviour satisfaction: 8.9/10.

Tips and trick: Bring them to a fun-packed animation movie like RIO. (Forget about the mess, as long as we enjoyed the movie as a family) End of the day: you will find peeled banana skin in your bag, biscuits wrapper and dirtied wet tissue and biscuits crumb on your lap. ;P - a good try for me though. Hubby even make a board to place both of them on top of the cinema seat. Pavillion Kuala Lumpur will have a wide and cleaner cinema seat for family.

c) My way to handle tantrum: to put them in their "crying" corner. Once done, they will come to you and look for tissue to wipe their tears.

Highlight: If ever you have had your child with in law, rules no 1 - step out when they cry as with definite their grandparent will be protective and child will be of a drama king. Our thought on crying kids are so much different, hence do not felt hopeless as you are not alone. ;P

d) Filled them with activities:

- do it yourself flash card (lifecycle of animals and insects - they love to see how it works)

- sand art (boys did it and wanted to mix colours, but I didn't see much excitement he had here compare to girls)

- swimming and bath toys during bath time. (make their bath time more fun and enjoyable, you will have more time similing than shouting at them, they will spend more time playing rather than concentrating on the irritating shampoo on their face) Check out Mimi Loves Fish by K Kid - it works wonder as both my kiddies enjoy scooping the floating fish from the net.

- give them a scissor and a coloured paper and they will facinated by their own skill for a day. Give them a small cup to place the pieces or it will be everywhere on the floor.

- sticker book

- one nursery rhymes book (you sing with them with action and they can giggles for hour) eg of one you can fit in great moves. "Ring O Roses", "Pat A Cake", "Row A Boat", "Alligator Alarm" just to name a few.

- get them a set of musical instruments to make a band as a family.

Above is just some of the activities we can have at home or outdoor. Have fun with them at minimal cost. Its an alternative going to shopping malls these days. ;)

Jessie Koo Advertisement @ The Mines Shopping Mall

The much awaited moment is here. Delighted and anxious I am, being chosen as the talent for The Mines My Lovely Mum 2011 advertisement last month has been a unforgettable experience. Here is the snapshot:



Walking into The Mines shopping mall today has gave me a different experience today. There is a huge advertisement printing of myself inside the lift at the door, and my son is giggling there seeing the familiar face. Advertisement board in the shopping center is up with the picture, and every merchandise shop has one of this at their cashier - the portrait of Jessie Koo. My family is there with me and hope I have made them proud.

Seems like another dream come true as felt very very lucky to be selected. Again, thank you Capital Land and The Mines for this first in the lifetime experience. ;)

Where Is This?

Level 3, Centre Court, The Mines
Sunday, May 8 · 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Come and witness the Crowning of My Lovely Mum 2011 Champion! Top 12 finalists will be seen in casual and evening wear! There will be AWESOME dancing happening as well, and that's not all...they have a SPECIAL celebrity attending the Grand Final...

So, mark May 8 as the date to remember on your calendar and make your way to THE MINES next Sunday at 3pm!

One of the gorgeous photo courtesy from hubby collections:



Any bigger picture? Yes, there are aplenty, but you will get a different experience seeing the great show yourself.