Mother's Day: Jia Jia eases into her role as mum of first panda cub born in Singapore

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SINGAPORE - When Jia Jia became a parent on Aug 14 last year, animal care officer Trisha Tay and her team at Mandai Wildlife Group's River Wonders were certain that the giant panda would be a good mot

SINGAPORE - When Jia Jia became a parent on Aug 14 last year, animal care officer Trisha Tay and her team at Mandai Wildlife Group's River Wonders were certain that the giant panda would be a good mother.

Ms Tay said:"When he took his first tumble down the slope, he looked shocked and so, he vocalised it. Jia Jia dove straight down to rescue him and checked to make sure that he was okay."The 38-year-old said:"When you first take your kid to childcare and school, you are really anxious. But after a while, you learn to relax and be more comfortable. You know they need to gain independence and that is how they grow.

Jia Jia having her regular food in her enclosure after her Mother's Day treats. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN

 

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