Welcome to the 1st Parenting Summit 2025
Raising Healthy & Happy Children
Celebrating 25 Years of Positive Parenting
This year marks a milestone we are truly proud of, which is the 25th Anniversary of Positive Parenting! Since its launch in 2000 by the Malaysian Paediatric Association (MPA), Positive Parenting has been the trusted bridge between parents and healthcare professionals. For a quarter of a century, we’ve empowered families with accurate, practical, and expert-driven guidance in raising tomorrow’s healthy and happy generation.
To celebrate our Silver Jubilee and in conjunction with the 46th Annual Congress of MPA, we are thrilled to host the very first Parenting Summit, a public mini-conference dedicated to families.
Get ready for:
✅ Expert talks by leading child health specialists
✅ Hot topics on growth, vaccination, asthma, eczema & parenting teens
✅ Free on-site health screenings for children
✅ A warm space for parents to connect, share & learn together
✅ Lunch, goodie bags, lucky draws & prizes!
Ask the Experts – Topic Highlights
1. My Child Is Shorter Than His Peers: What Should I Do?
Prof Dr Muhammad Yazid bin Jalaludin, Senior Consultant Paediatrician & Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist
When should parents worry about their child’s growth? Learn what’s normal, what’s not, and what steps you can take to help your child grow healthy and strong.
2. Vaccinology for Parents: What Parents Need to Know in Protecting their Children from Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
Dr Rakhee Yadav, Consultant Paediatrician
From RSV to dengue to pneumococcal vaccines, vaccine science is advancing rapidly. Stay updated with the latest facts every parent needs to know.
3. Let’s Talk Asthma: From Wheeze to Ease
Dato’ Dr Rus Anida Awang, Consultant Paediatrician & Paediatric Respiratory Specialist
Asthma affects sleep, energy, and learning. Find out how to ease your child’s wheeze and keep asthma under control.
4. From Rashes to Relief: Tackling Eczema & Common Childhood Skin Conditions
Dr Lee Tyan Shin, Consultant Paediatrician & Paediatric Dermatologist
Sensitive skin? Rashes? Eczema? Discover practical solutions to manage your child’s skin conditions with confidence.
5. Raising Resilient Teens: Talking So Teens Will Listen, Listening So Teens Will Talk
Dr Thiyagar Nadarajaw, Consultant Paediatrician & Adolescent Medicine Specialist
Bridge the communication gap with your teen and learn how to support them through this exciting (and sometimes challenging!) stage of life.
Other Activities for Families
Free Child Screenings:
- Vision check (By Optometrist)
- Developmental assessment (By Clinical Psychologist)
- Speech & hearing test (By Audiologist)
- BMI check + dietary advice (By Dietitian)
- Free consultation with healthcare experts and paediatricians.
Special Perks:
- Lunch included
- Exclusive goodie bags
- Exciting lucky draws & prizes
Don’t miss out on this informative 1st Parenting Summit where knowledge meets care, and parents come together to build a healthier, happier future for our children.