Move over, superheroes of your yonder years! These accounts featuring cool parents from fashion icons to food artists have your back.
Navigating the wild world of parenting can sometimes feel like a Jumanji-esque adventure. Don’t we know it? Parenting sure didn’t come with a manual, and the only reference points we’ve got are the ways we were parented and maybe even some random anecdotes (or unsolicited advice from other well-meaning folks). Plus, the little tots of today are living in an entirely different world compared to ours with the advent of social media, AI and more.
Nevertheless, thanks to social media, we can connect with others like never before. This means you’re not as alone as you think you might be on this parenting journey. A whole crew of awesome parents in the digital universe are dishing out some seriously cool tips, tricks and laughs to help us all swing through this wild ride with style.
Here’s a little caveat: we’re not encouraging doomscrolling, but we’re all for people who inspire and enlighten us on our parenting journey. Hence, we’ve carefully curated this list! Aren’t we all guilty of scrolling a little more than we should? Our aim is to highlight creators who are offering some keen insights and new perspectives on life, parenting and more.
From genius hacks for wrangling the kiddos to heartwarming tales that’ll make you say, “aww” these social media superstars have your back:
1. Dr Mythili Pandi
Dr Mythili Pandi is a family physician and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, so we have no qualms recommending her platform. We love her blend of personal memoirs and highly useful content for new mums on their breastfeeding journey and more. Her tips are practical and tender. We love how Dr Mythili shares her personal experience as a mum and her expertise in navigating those early days with infants, postpartum care and more. She also presents her practical tips in bite-sized infographics.
2. Gym Tan, aka Californiaistoocasual
When we grow up, we know who we want to be like—none other than fashion veteran and style icon Gym Tan of californiaistoocasual. This septuagenarian inspires us all via her platform, where she shares her passion for fashion and style. We adore the way she’s redefining ageing and breaking barriers. Too often, we parents feel like we might have outgrown certain styles, but Gym Tan sets the record straight and teaches us to keep being fiercely true to ourselves. Follow for ootd inspirations, skincare tips and more.
3. Su-Lyn Tan
Working mum of three, Su-Lyn Tan, features many whimsical moments from her journey as a parent. From dishing some delish heritage recipes to some real honest reflections on being a parent, we adore how she uses her platform to give us perspective on raising foodies, discovering each kiddo’s goodness, navigating sibling rivalry, and more.
4. PlayinSingapore
If you haven’t followed PlayinSingapore, you need to do so! This mama and her family are your go-to for all things playgrounds, parks, and outdoor play for kiddos in Singapore. We especially love her reviews on the playgrounds; they are authentic and dish on the fun factor, which is especially important!
5. The Perfect Father
Is the parenting platform dominated by mamas? Steven Teo, who dubs himself The Perfect Father, proves that dads can make good parent influencers. We love how this dad shares all about his brood of five! He shares many useful products his kids like, such as travel tales and more.
6. Samatha Lee
Apart from keeping the kiddos happy, we’ve also got to keep their little tummies happy, plus providing food that nourishes them, which is no mean feat as kiddos can be fussy or have an aversion to all things healthy, so here’s where we feel Samantha Lee is our hero! Her platform is her food art diary, where she’s prettying up her kids’ plates ingeniously. These meals are high in nutritional value and look enticing enough for kiddos. Follow her for healthy meal ideas!
7. Kids Eat in Colour
While still on the topic of kiddos’ tummies, we know how this can be tricky territory with kiddos going through phases or just being picky, etc; we love how parents and dietician Jennifer, founder of Kids Eat in Colour, helps debunk a lot of kiddos’ food-related qualms and emphasises developing a healthy relationship with food for kids. We love her useful tips and ideas for healthy meal ideas, plus all the ways to feed toddlers healthy foods.
8. Respectful Mom
Bali-based Kristin Mariella Fridjonsdottir is a respectful parenting expert and children’s book author who shares really useful tips on how parents can self-regulate during the parenting journey and more. We love all the useful self-care tips, parenting advice and adorable moments with the kiddos.
9. The Travelling Child
Are your travelling days ending with a kiddo in tow? No way! The Travelling Child will change your mind. Run by Monet Hambrick, The Travelling Child offers a glimpse into her family’s adventures around the world with her two daughters. Monet shares captivating photos and insightful tips to inspire and empower other families to travel, from exploring iconic landmarks to discovering hidden gems. Focusing on creating meaningful experiences and fostering cultural appreciation, this globetrotting fam encourages you to embrace adventure and create lasting memories with your kiddos. This platform encourages families to step out of their comfort zones and explore the world together.
10. Chapter Zero Singapore
Chapter Zero serves as a valuable resource for local parents, offering a wealth of information and support on various aspects of parenting. The platform also hosts live Q&A sessions with experts in the field, allowing parents to get personalised advice and answers to their questions. Discover inspiring stories from fellow parents, creating community and solidarity among followers. With its informative content and supportive community, Chapter Zero is a go-to resource for local parents looking to navigate the challenges and joys of parenthood with confidence.
Happy scrolling! What are your fave parenting blogs and resources? Share them with us!
