The journey to marriage and a lasting matrimony may have its highs and lows, peace and storms; but the promise to love and care for each other is everlasting.
Organised by Families for Life (FFL), 'I Still Do' is an annual campaign that celebrates love, commitment, and marriage. This year, FFL invites couples to celebrate their dedication in nurturing a long-lasting, harmonious marriage.
From 14 Feb 2022 to 13 Mar 2022, look out for an interesting line-up of enriching online programmes, useful resources, and fun bonding activites for married couples.
Couples who play together, stay together! Share your moments of love with us by joining our Facebook contest and stand to win a 2D1N staycay!
Here’s how to win:
1. Share with us a photo of you and your spouse on our Facebook contest post
2. Answer the question "What is your favourite moment of love with your spouse?", share with us a marriage tip, and tell us how long you’ve been married for (ie. 5 years), all in 50 words
3. Hashtag #IStillDo2022
5 lucky winners will receive Capitaland e-vouchers (worth $20), and 1 winner will receive our grand prize: a 2D1N Grand Hyatt Singapore Staycation Voucher with complimentary breakfast and dinner for 2, worth $704++. Contest closes on 13 Mar 2022.
Terms and Conditions apply.
Grand Prize Sponsor
Grand Hyatt Singapore, a 677-room 5-star luxury city hotel, is located on Scotts Road in the city’s commercial and entertainment district. The hotel features warm timber-interior guestrooms and suites; four unique dining concepts; and dynamic event spaces, providing a relaxing oasis with all-rounded facilities for business and leisure travellers.
Not only that, you can also try out FFL's Instagram Story Filter, “FFL Moments of Love”. Simply search for “FFL Moments of Love” under “Browse Effects” on Instagram Stories. For a better user experience, do make sure your Instagram app is updated, and avoid using it while wearing masks.
And of course, you can join our Instagram contest and stand to win a 3.5ct Tourmaline gemstone and store credits!
Here’s how to win:
1. Comment on our Instagram contest post with what you’re most thankful for in your marriage, share with us a marriage tip, and how long you’ve been married for (ie. 5 years), all in 50 words.
2. Play our ’FFL Moments of Love’ IG Filter, hashtag #IStillDo2022, and tag us @familiesforlife.
5 lucky winners will receive Capitaland e-vouchers (worth $20), and 1 winner will receive our grand prize: A 3.5carat natural Tourmaline gemstone with store credits (worth $2,300). Contest closes on 13 Mar 2022.
*For verification purposes, participating Instagram accounts should be kept public during the contest validity period. Terms and Conditions apply.
Grand Prize Sponsor
Gems Origin is your local private bespoke jeweller who commissions high-quality jewels, at fair prices, and for generations to keep. Every gem we work with goes through a rigorous screening process and is handpicked by our founder, a GIA gemologist and certified diamond grader. Take complete control of the bespoke process – tell us what you like, and let our chief designer and highly-skilled artisans bring your vision to life. The Gems Origin experience is personal, helping you build your collection of perfect jewels that is uniquely yours, one at a time.
Backed by research and tested with love, couples in a happy marriage often have these four traits:
1. They actively share friendship and love.
2. They treat each other with kindness and respect.
3. They contribute to keep their relationship healthy.
4. They are committed to staying together, even when the relationship is rocky.
Love is felt through thoughts, words and actions. Set on the journey to creating 10 Moments of Love with these exclusive ‘I Still Do’ Digital Cards. Let's keep talking, sharing, and loving!
Click on this video to start the game with your spouse. Once the video plays, the cards will start to appear fast. Click pause at your own timing and you will get your selected card! Next, simply answer or act out the card that you got with your spouse. We hope you will have as much fun as we had making them!
You can also download our video and full set of cards to share them with loved ones.
A happy and great marriage will not happen by chance, but by choice. It is having the onus to say “I Still Do” through the ups and downs of your journey as a Husband and Wife.
Keep reading for interesting articles to help you and your spouse navigate through life together, and learn useful tips on how to build a stronger bond with your significant other:
For Newly Wed Couples
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Click here for more articles on relationships and marriages.
Calling all soon-to-wed and married couples! Have you ever heard of Marriage Programmes yet?
While it isn’t compulsory, it’s always a good idea to attend one with your spouse as you embark on your new life season together. Marriage programmes help build a stronger foundation for your marriage, and you can easily sign up for one in Singapore. Check out the programmes below and find out which one suits you best! For more detailed information, check out this page.
1. Online Prevention and Relationship Education Programme (ePREP)
For soon-to-wed and newly weds (0-2 years of marriage) who are keen to access marriage resources at your own convenience, sign up for the complimentary Online Prevention and Relationship Education Programme (ePREP) today and build a strong foundation for your marriage!
ePREP is a complimentary, online version of the PREP workshop, and consists of 6 self-learning sections that couples can complete at their own convenience over a period of 3 months.
To sign up, simply reach out to the following agencies:
AMKFSC Community Services
Contact No.: 6351 0610
Email Address: famforlife@amkfsc.org.sg
Registration details: click here
Website: https://www.amkfsc.org.sg/what-we-do/family-services/fam4life
Fei Yue Community Services
Contact No.: 9791 4100
Email Address: FFLC@fycs.org
Registration details: click here
Website: https://www.family-central.sg/courses/eprep/
2. Marriage Preparation Programme (MPP) in the Community
For soon-to-wed and newly weds who prefer to join a facilitated session conducted by a professional trainer, check out the Marriage Preparation Programmes (MPP).
The Ministry of Social and Family Development supports Marriage Preparation Programmes conducted by approved Social Service Agencies. Sign up for a Marriage Preparation Programme today and enjoy a S$70 rebate* from the Ministry. View the list of MSF approved organisations here.
*Rebate is applicable to all soon-to-wed and newly-wed couple(s) attending marriage preparation programme for the first time. Either one of the spouses must be a Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident.
3. Prepare/Enrich Marriage Enrichment Programme (P/E MEP)
For couples married for more than 2 years, sign up for the complimentary Prepare/Enrich Marriage Enrichment Programme (P/E MEP) where you would be guided by a professional trainer to identify you and your spouse’s strengths and growth areas, as well as gain personalized insights that will help to enrich your marriage.
Registration is open for 2022! Find out more from the agencies below:
AMKFSC Community Services
Contact No.: 6351 0610
Email Address: famforlife@amkfsc.org.sg
Registration details: Learn more about programme dates available or sign up here.
Website: https://www.amkfsc.org.sg/what-we-do/family-services/fam4life
Fei Yue Community Services
Contact No.: 9791 4100
Email Address: FFLC@fycs.org
Registration details: Learn more about programme dates available or sign up here.
Website: https://www.family-central.sg/courses/eprep/
Most of us will probably agree to how great communication skills in a marriage don’t just happen overnight- they take lots of work. Check out our nifty mini Marriage PREP tips below!
About PREP
The Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Programme (PREP) is an evidence-based marriage preparation programme for soon-to-wed or newlywed couples. It is based on over 40 years of research in the field of marital and family health and success.
Based on the PREP curriculum, these 52 bite-sized marriage tips cover key relationship strategies, tools, and techniques to nurture a healthy marriage that on key topics of communication, conflict resolution and commitment.
According to overseas studies done previously, couples reported more positive interaction consistently, up to 5 years after completion of the programme. Locally, MSF’s evaluation study found that PREP has statistically significant positive effects on communication outcomes for couples in Singapore. Participants reported a 9% and 10% increase in communication skills for male and female spouses respectively, within 1 year of completing the programme.
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Join MUMs for Life in their conversation with four couples, in different seasons of marriage, as they share their experiences from being new parents to parenting young adults.
Along with their invited guest speaker, Theresa Pong, Founder and Counselling Director of ‘The Relationship Room’, let's hear from the couples on how they thrive in marriage, with nuggets of wisdom on parenting.
Sign up for SPARK Workshops and enjoy premiere access to the recording of SPARK 2022 and a gift bag*, inclusive of a $20 F&B voucher.
* 1 (ONE) gift bag per registered couple.
