Nurul'ain, Mother of Nayyla
In the past, Nurul'ain's family took a more casual approach to daily routines. Her children had no fixed bedtimes, meals were often made without much thought to nutritional content, and screen use was largely unrestricted.
Things changed when Nayyla brought home the Child Health Plan (CHP) and Nurul’ain was introduced to practical healthy living strategies. Through HealthHub, she found nutritious, easy-to-prepare recipes that her children enjoyed. She also learned about recommended sleep duration and screen use limits for her children. This helped her develop a structured family routine: wake up at 6 a.m., get ready for school, and engage in offline activities until mealtimes. They start winding down for the night at 8 p.m. — screens off, bathroom routines done, and lights out by 9 p.m., giving them at least nine hours of sleep.
The changes soon rippled through the household. Her other children reduced their screen time and began eating healthier, even her father started encouraging meals with less salt, sugar, and oil. Together, she and her husband led by example; cutting down their own screen use and being more present with the children. The result? A noticeable boost in energy and reduced lethargy during school and work hours.
To keep the family on track, Nurul’ain set clear guidelines: tablets are for schoolwork, with limited recreational use in the evenings. On weekends, the family prioritises outdoor activities — especially when the weather is good — while keeping television time to a minimum.
Before, unplanned time often led to everyone drifting to their own screens. Now, the CHP has encouraged them to adopt healthier habits together as a family.
Nurul’ain now encourages other parents to explore the CHP on Parent Hub. She finds the information more reliable and relevant than generic online resources and credits the programme with helping her build a healthier, more balanced lifestyle for her whole family.