AskMeDoctor! Season 6 Episode 13 | Breath Freely: Say Goodbye to Stuffy Nose with This Simple Home Remedy
byWe’ve all heard of the term sinus; but do you know what it actually means? Aside from the symptoms, such as blocked and runny…
We’ve all heard of the term sinus; but do you know what it actually means? Aside from the symptoms, such as blocked and runny…
Milk is the key to a strong, healthy and happy child. But is there also a dark side to formula milks that parents may…
Sugar is in everything these days, our food, our drinks. And it usually cleverly disguised as something else. These sweet, but deadly secrets hide…
As your child grows and you wean them off breastmilk, a proper substitute is needed. That’s where growing up milk comes in. With hundreds…
Sometimes what we eat can turn against us, leading to unpleasant side effects like diarrhoea, vomiting, and, in some cases, even fever and dehydration….
Our child’s gut health influences so much of their overall wellbeing. From nutrient absorption to immunity. We had a chat with Dr Joann Rajah,…
We all know about the powers of probiotics for gut health, immunity and even mental health. But did you know that probiotics may also…
Many pregnant mums constantly worry about the health and wellbeing of their unborn babies. With the rise of congenital and neurodevelopmental disorders, it’s become…
Strengthening their kids’ immunity has been a growing concern among parents in recent years. With so many bugs and viruses about, it’s become more…
There are so many local myths and old wives tales about pregnancy. While some of them are entertaining, others can be downright harmful. Especially…
For many pregnant women, irregular bowel movements could be an everyday norm. This is simply one of the many things that happens as a…
Pregnancy can be nerve-racking, for both first time mums and experienced mums. You may be constantly wondering if everything is going as it should….
Becoming a first-time mother is a life-changing experience that comes with its own set of challenges and uncertainties. From pregnancy to childbirth and beyond,…
As a new mum it can be confusing and even overwhelming trying to find the best skincare for your newborn. Of course, we all…
Every expectant mum looks forward to the day when she finally gets to meet her baby for the first time. But afterwards, some mums…
Our skin is the largest organ in our body, it keeps the good stuff in and bad stuff out. Adults may have thicker skin…
The journey to conceiving is not always easy, and sometimes it’s a tough mountain to climb. So, how do we take care of our…
Tick, tock, tick tock… our biological clock is ticking away! As women, sometimes we get pressured into having kids before we’re ready because they…
Brushing teeth can be such a chore, especially for children with oral sensitivities. But did you know that a simple act of brushing teeth…
Having a baby seems like one of the most natural things, and when you start seeing babies everywhere, the last thing you’d expect is…
Fevers are common among children, but new parents can be extra anxious when it happens to their newborns. After all, babies are still small…
Oral hygiene is something that we all know is important, but there are a lot of misconceptions about oral care that have been passed…
Kids catch lots of bugs in their first few years of life such as colds and other respiratory infections are common as well, but kids…
Children experience different kinds of foot problems similar to adults. These conditions show different characteristics where some may occur more frequently in children due…
What comes to mind when you think of tooth decay? I don’t know about you, but I remember when I was growing up, my parents…
Vaginal health is an important part of a woman’s overall health as vaginal problems can affect your fertility and so much more. Ongoing vaginal…
Undetected vision problems can impact your child’s performance, both in and out of the classroom. Therefore, it’s important to understand eye health so you…
As a parent, we are always trying to protect our children from all these bumps, bruises, scrapes and falls. But we do believe that…
New season, new episode, new us, Mummies! Today’s topic is Children’s Oral Care! There are plenty of misconceptions around children’s dental care; like if…
From birth, warm, gentle and responsive interaction helps children feel safe and secure in their worlds. It also builds and strengthens the bondings between…
Do you know that personal hygiene for kids includes teaching your children how to cough and sneeze properly? Other than showering thoroughly every day…
As we bathe every day to stay clean, have you ever thought that the personal care products that both you and your children are…
Did you know that pregnancy-related back pain is often localised to a specific area of the spine and not widespread? Back pain tends to…
Stop scratching! You have probably heard that a zillion times. However, it is hard to just stop scratching when you are suffering from dry,…
Recently, the media has been talking a lot about COVID-19 vaccines for children and I believe this has led to a lot of anxiety…
As your little one is growing up throughout the years, it is also one of the milestones to transition your children from bath to…
As parents, it can get overwhelming and stressful when your kid falls sick over and over again. No matter how we try to protect…
An itchy and dry scalp can be an absolute social nightmare. If you ignore it – if you can, it can actually worsen, leading…
As we all know, with the advancement of technology and with online learning on the rise, children are exposed to screen time now more…
Imagine, you’ve prepared a full spread of delicious food for dinner, only to have your child turn up their nose at everything on their…
As parents, we seem to always have something to worry about. Sometimes it’s about our child’s future. Other times it’s if they’re eating or…
Handwashing is critical in the efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19. However, with more hand washing, excessive showering with harsh products, using sanitisers for…
Pregnancy can sometimes be an uncertain and stressful period in the best of circumstances. But during a pandemic, that anxiety can quickly multiply and…
As parents, we always wonder whether we have provided adequate nutrition for our kids. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is more worrying as…
As a parent, concerns involving our children growth is a top priority. With the sudden emergence of COVID-19 in our lives, our lifestyle as…
Are you feeling emotionally down more frequently throughout the COVID-19 pandemic? While recognising our own emotions and distress, we should also pay more attention…
During the pandemic, online classes are an everyday norm among children and it requires them to sit still for a long duration of time….
Have you ever heard people say that by consuming coconut water or milk during pregnancy, your baby will have a fairer skin? Or perhaps,…
Are you concerned whether your children are on par with the developmental milestones? Or you are wondering about ways to get your children to…