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by / 51632 readsWith the holiday season right round the corner, excitement is in the air. Plans are afoot to bring the kids to Japan for the…
With the holiday season right round the corner, excitement is in the air. Plans are afoot to bring the kids to Japan for the…
Bedwetting is a common problem among children all over the world. By the age of five, about 7% of boys and 3% of girls…
Some of us may have this mentality that makes us think that mental illness is not real or it is just in our mind….
Raising a child with Thalassaemia is not easy. It can be both devastating and rewarding. By having a child with Thalassaemia, you have to…
Kids getting itchy rashes now and then are a common occurrence. However if they get eczema, it will be a different ball game altogether….
Thyroid problems can not only affect you but also your baby. Because of that, it is extremely important to be tested before planning for…
The statistics of Malaysians suffering from obesity has been increasing drastically over the years. According to Star2, Malaysia is now Asia’s fattest country with…
Thursday 14th March 2019 is World Kidney Day. It is perhaps the most appropriate time to talk about the growing prevalence of kidney disease…
Meet Nur Aniza binti Kamari, a 50-year old end stage renal failure patient at the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). Aniza has been on dialysis…
With the sudden wave of dengue cases sweeping the nation, parents should be cautious and check your house and surroundings areas for any stagnant…
With Malaysia’s hot and humid tropical climate, most people here are no stranger to dengue and have heard of it at least once. However,…
Alison wasn’t that worried when her 21-month old daughter Andrea started having a low grade fever of around 38.5°C on January 9 last year. …
The challenges of an autism spectrum are easy to identify, clear and distinct. But, being autistic isn’t all about impossible challenges. In fact, autistic…
For every newborn, healthcare providers will do several examinations and test to make sure your baby is healthy and well. One of the conditions…
Mothers, do you know what is tonsillitis? Yup, it’s that inflammation of the tonsils, IF you frequently suffer from a sore throat. It can…
As parents, nothing matters more than being able to see your child grow up healthy and well. However, for father Desmond Neo, that dream…
In lieu of Autism Awareness Month, Motherhood.com.my brings you a quiz that will help you determine if your child is special, and to also…
When my baby first developed patches of scaly skin, I mentioned it to his doctor and was assured that it was totally normal. “His…
Colic or abdominal pain or cramps are sudden attacks of gut irritation, bloatedness and discomfort. It may present as prolonged crying i.e. unsettled baby…
If you’ve never had chickenpox before, and you catch it during pregnancy, it can be dangerous for you and your baby. However, this is…
Coughing in babies and toddlers is very common. The sound of a bad cough from a little child can be alarming to some, but…
by Associate Professor Giam Yoke Chin, Sr. Consultant Dermatologist, National Skin Centre, Singapore. A topic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a skin disorder…
Diaper rash is marked by red, angry and vulnerable-looking skin in the diaper region – buttocks, thighs and genitals. A baby with diaper rash…
Intertrigo Intertrigo is a skin condition often found in chubby babies, particularly those who find it difficult to hold up their heads. This causes…
If there is one inevitable thing about a baby’s skin, it’s bound to be rash-prone during the first year. Babies have the most sensitive…
What is it? Highlighted Defined as inconsolable crying in an otherwise healthy and well-cared-for baby, colic usually occurs for more than three hours a…
Highlighted What is it? Also known as varicella, chickenpox is a common illness among children that causes an itchy rash and red spots or…
A common cold is a viral infection which effects your baby’s upper respiratory tract – the nose and throat. The first thing you would…
A fever usually indicates that your child’s little body is busy fighting an infection. Listed here are the symptoms to watch out for. Use…
The flu can be especially dangerous to young babies. It is caused by the influenza virus. Children under two years old who become infected…
Coughing in babies and toddlers is very common. The sound of a bad cough from a little child can be alarming to some, but…
No parent in his or her right mind would want to outlive their children. If anything they’d want to do their best to keep…
Understanding eye issues in young children Healthy eyes and vision are often overlooked by parents when it comes to the well-being of their children….