AskMeDoctor! Episode 2 – Young VS Late Pregnancies
byThere comes a time in our life where we plan to grow our family. In recent years, late pregnancy (around late 30’s to 40’s)…
The 3 Trimesters
A first-timer parent? So you are just getting the news that you are conceiving for the first time and you aren’t that sure of how the upcoming three trimesters look like? Well, you don’t even know what is a trimester! Don’t you worry! As a snippet, a normal pregnancy is 40 weeks and it is divided into three trimesters – 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Be prepared as each trimester comes with its own specific hormonal, physical, and physiological changes; but it differs on each individual and pregnancy.
Here is where you can get tips and tricks about the three (3) trimesters. Stay tuned with more information for your motherhood journey at Motherhood.com.my.
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Instafamous & Beauty Blogger, Iman Abdul Rahim Shares Her Pregnancy Routine for New Mums
byHaving a toddler and pregnant with the second child does not stop Iman Abdul Rahim, a famous beauty-blogger and social media influencer to maintain…
Sex During Pregnancy: What Dads Need to Know About Making Love at This Time
byAs an expectant dad, can you have sex with your wife when she is pregnant? Short answer: Yes. But!!! There are things you need…
Emotional Changes During Pregnancy
byEmotional changes or mood swings during pregnancy are rather common. But what causes us, women, to have such episodes of mood swings that always…
Why Antenatal Class is So Important For Expecting Parents?
bySo you are expecting your little one very soon. Becoming a new parent is exciting but it can be confusing and worrying at the…
The Dos and Don’ts of Getting Fit During Pregnancy
byAs a woman, we want to get fit even during our pregnancy. But what are the dos and don’ts of getting fit during pregnancy?…
9 Fruits and Vegetables in Malaysia Pregnant Mums Should Be Careful Of
byMalaysia has an abundance of tropical fruits and vegetables. Most if not all are nutritious and delicious. If you are expecting a baby, it’s…
How To Lose Pregnancy Weight Fast, Mums in Malaysia Give Tips
byPregnancy weight. Don’t mums know all about it after delivery! The flabby stomach, the wide hips, bigger breasts and heavier thighs…. You get that…
5 Reasons Why Mothers in Malaysia Need to Consider a Pregnancy Pillow
byA pregnancy pillow will probably be the greatest boon to mothers who are trying to get rest and sleep while dealing with an ever-growing…
The Impacts of Radiation on Pregnancy
byIt is very important that pregnant women are aware of the risks and dangers of the radiation that they are and can be exposed…
Thyroid Problems and Pregnancy
byThyroid problems can not only affect you but also your baby. Because of that, it is extremely important to be tested before planning for…
Snake-Like Shingles, Gestational Diabetes Foreshadow Instrument-Assisted Birth
byA thyroid patient with concerns about her on-going hypothyroidism and possible effects on the unborn child, Juleen Lim tells us the story about the…
What It’s Like Having Test Tube Babies
byA test tube baby is a successful result of the in vitro fertilisation (IVF) technology. Test tube babies are becoming increasingly popular and common…
Benefits Of Music Therapy for Pregnancy
byDid you know that listening to music can be very beneficial for your pregnancy? It is very normal for new mothers to be anxious…
5 Simple Ways To Ease Nausea During Pregnancy
byBeing pregnant, the days are always full of ups and downs. There are days when you feel energized and ready to go all out…
5 Risk Factors of Gestational Diabetes (GD)
byWhat is Gestational Diabetes (GD)? GD is high blood sugar that develops during pregnancy and usually disappears after giving birth. Gestational diabetes develops only in pregnant…
What You Need To Know About Gestational Diabetes
byYou’ve seen many Instagram and Facebook trends posted by mothers drinking super sweet orange liquid to gauge their body’s ability to handle glucose. Quite a…
Chances of Stillborn Babies Affected By Mother’s Sleep Position
byOne of a pregnant mother’s major fear is delivering a stillborn baby. Stillborn babies are babies that have died before being delivered. A stillborn…
Sleep-Saving Tips for New Moms
byIf you have fallen into the category of “the walking zombie” once you are a new mom, maybe you should consider yourself a sleep-deprived…
5 Common and Harmless Pregnancy Pains
byWe don’t blame first time mothers who panic over the several pregnancy pains that they will encounter throughout this beautiful journey. As first-timers, it…
5 Early Pregnancy Symptoms for New Mothers
byAm I pregnant? A question that comes through most of our minds when we feel uneasy or experience changes in our body. Sometimes, it might…
Can I drink Alcohol when I am Pregnant?
byWhy should I avoid taking alcohol during pregnancy? Alcohol is a teratogen i.e it could cause abnormalities in your baby. Drinking excessive amounts of…
Drugs In Pregnancy
byWhat are the different categories of drugs taken during pregnancy? Since 1975, the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has produced a general guideline…
Caffeine in pregnancy
byWhat type of food contains caffeine? Coffee, tea, soft drink, chocolate, hot cocoa and even some medication over the counter to relieve headaches.Why should I…
Smoking In pregnancy
byWhy should I not smoke during pregnancy? Smoking has a lot of detrimental effect not only to your baby but also yourself. The following…
Vaginal Candidiasis
byVaginal Candidiasis By Dr Lim Lei Jun Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist MBBS (Manipal, India) MRCOG (UK) Sunway Medical Centre 1. What is vaginal…
Wacky Pregnancy Cravings: What Your Doctor Never Told You
byPregnancy cravings can get really wacky from time to time. Ever felt like you wanted nasi lemak and chocolate chip cookies together? Ever felt…
Fasting and Pregnancy
byMany women choose to fast in pregnancy due to their personal beliefs or religious commitments. Festivals in which it is common to fast such…
What Happens at The Antenatal Check Up
byYour first antenatal visit is called your booking visit. This is the most important antenatal visit as gives your doctor the opportunity to screen…
Understanding the blood tests you need during pregnancy
byBlood tests are a routine part of antenatal care. A variety of blood tests are done by doctors and healthcare providers at various stages…
Understanding Hypertension and Pregnancy
byWhat is hypertension? Can I have it in pregnancy? Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy are a major cause of maternal, foetal and neonatal morbidity as…
Pregnancy Symptoms
byPregnancy is a very special time in a woman’s life. Pregnancy causes dramatic changes to a woman’s physical appearances, emotions and well being. Pregnancy symptoms differ from woman…
Miracle Of Love Pregnancy Guide Episode 3 & 4
byJoin Dr Natasha & Sazzy Falak on this special video clip on symptoms & signs of early pregnancy: https://youtu.be/acMxU_NeQb4 https://youtu.be/nl0h3sDU6OY
8 Pregnancy Exercise FAQs
byThere is no doubt that exercising during pregnancy brings with it a string of benefits, that is if complications are not an issue. Exercising…
Oppps, it’s Braxton Hicks!
byDuring pregnancy, many women experience pain and contractions that can be felt throughout the pregnancy, some right from the first trimester. These transient contractions…