Dear Agony Aunt

Welcome to our parenting advice column! Parenthood is a journey filled with joy, challenges, and everything in between. Whether you’re a first-time parent or have a growing family, we understand that the ups and downs of raising children can be overwhelming at times.

In this column, we provide a safe space to address your concerns, seek guidance, and share experiences. From managing toddler tantrums to navigating the teen years, we’re here to offer support and advice to help you feel more confident and empowered in your parenting journey. So, submit your questions, dilemmas, and stories to sales@tuitionnearme.org or complete this online form, and let’s navigate the rollercoaster of parenthood together.

  • Concerned Mother: My primary school daughter spends too much of her free time on drawing and painting

    Concerned Mother: My primary school daughter spends too much of her free time on drawing and painting

    Dear Agony Aunt, I hope you can help me with a dilemma I’m facing as a mother. My daughter is in primary school and has developed a passion for drawing and painting. She spends most of her free time creating beautiful artwork, and while I admire her creativity, my husband thinks it’s a useless hobby.… Read more

  • Concerned Mother: My daughter is more interested in creating and posting social media content than studies

    Concerned Mother: My daughter is more interested in creating and posting social media content than studies

    Dear Agony Aunt, I hope you can offer some advice as I am feeling quite distressed about my daughter’s behavior. My daughter, Sarah, is currently studying in primary school and I am concerned about her lack of interest in her studies. She used to be an excellent student, but lately, she seems to have lost… Read more

  • When a Mother’s Concern Meets a Daughter’s Resistance

    When a Mother’s Concern Meets a Daughter’s Resistance

    The concerned mother seeks advice on convincing her daughter to volunteer at the Meet-The-People sessions. The Agony Aunt empathizes with the daughter’s possible overwhelm with studies and commitments. She advises the mother to have an open conversation with her daughter, understand her perspective, and explore alternative ways for her to contribute, fostering open communication and… Read more

  • Tired Mother: Running out of medical leave to care for my sick daughter

    Tired Mother: Running out of medical leave to care for my sick daughter

    Dear Agony Aunt, I am writing to you seeking some advice and guidance regarding my daughter’s health. She is studying in primary school and has been falling sick so often that I have exhausted all my medical leave to take care of her. It’s getting increasingly difficult for me to balance work and taking care… Read more

  • Dealing with a Defiant Teen: A Mother’s Dilemma

    Dealing with a Defiant Teen: A Mother’s Dilemma

    The worried mother seeks advice on her son’s sudden defiance and rudeness. Agony Aunt explains that this behavior often stems from the challenges of adolescence, such as new social dynamics and academic pressures. She advises open dialogue, setting boundaries, offering praise for positive behavior, and seeking support from school counselors or family therapists to rebuild… Read more

  • A Mother’s Concern: School Complained That Son Always Sleeping in Class

    A Mother’s Concern: School Complained That Son Always Sleeping in Class

    A concerned mother wrote to Agony Aunt about her son falling asleep in math class. Agony Aunt advised the mother to have an open conversation with her son to understand any underlying issues. She suggested meeting with the teacher to find solutions and establishing a routine prioritizing sleep, meals, and physical activity for the son’s… Read more