The Fear of Missing Out (F.O.M.O.) in Social Media | How to Help Your Child Overcome it?
by / 3780 readsIn today’s society, most of us are experiencing the fear of missing out, which is also known as F.O.M.O. Don’t believe this? Read on…
Illness & Disorders
If you haven’t noticed, there a variety of illness and disorders that easily affects us, the human. Sometimes, even the littlest of things or thing you never thought of can actually affect us in the most horrible way. Take extra precaution and get more information on how to cope with certain illness and disorders from this section.
Hypertension in Pregnancy – Is It A Cause For Concern?
by / 1652 readsCongratulations! You are going to have a baby! Harkening back to the day you learnt you were pregnant, you would have been filled with…
11 Self Help & Relief Methods for Hand and Wrist Pain during & After Pregnancy
by / 4083 readsCarpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and de Quervain’s Syndrome are both thumb-fingers-palm-hand-wrist to forearm pain in one or both hands due to inflammation in the…
Hand Pain during Pregnancy? You may be having Mommy’s Wrist & Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
by / 4097 readsI just found out today, many years after I delivered my baby, that the arthritis-like pain I had in my thumb, wrist and forearm,…
Kawasaki-like Disease Linked to COVID-19 | What Parents Should Know
by / 1444 readsHold up! Let us not be too happy and over-excited during this RMCO since the pandemic is still dominating the headlines in every country….
Early Signs That Your Kids May Have Asthma
by / 3554 readsAs parents, there is nothing more frightening and sad than having their beloved children falling sick. After all which parents have the heart to…
Why Drink More Water? See 11 Ways Dehydration Could Impact Your Health
by / 31963 readsWhen I was waking up feeling fatigued over the last few weeks, I began upping my water intake and discovered I felt better in…
Fear of Insects – Advice and Tips on How to Understand and Cope For Moms And Kids
by / 11189 readsIt is the end of a long and tiring day. You settle yourself down for a well-deserved break with a nice cup of hot…
Probiotic, The Good Bacteria Prevents These Illnesses from Baby to Adults
by / 14683 readsPicture this. You’re sitting at the playground watching your kids play and then, something unusual catches your eye. A sudden realization hits you. Come…
How Far will it Spread? When will it End? Coronavirus Experts Answer 9 of Your Most Pressing Questions
by / 7431 readsIt seems hard to believe that as little as two months ago, just as the world was celebrating year end, a deadly coronavirus would…
Projectile Vomiting: What can be Wrong when Baby Shoots His Vomit 10ft Across the Room
by / 9254 readsYes, that would be 10ft or more across the room. No exaggeration. When my baby was vomiting like this, I was stunned. Then terrified….
Worried that Diarrhea will Ruin your Holidays? Here’s How to Stop the Runs in its Tracks
by / 52014 readsWith the holiday season right round the corner, excitement is in the air. Plans are afoot to bring the kids to Japan for the…
Bedwetting when Your Child has Already Been Toilet Trained & How to Stop it
by / 15983 readsBedwetting is a common problem among children all over the world. By the age of five, about 7% of boys and 3% of girls…
Postpartum Depression After Labor: What Should You Do?
by / 3477 readsSome of us may have this mentality that makes us think that mental illness is not real or it is just in our mind….
What Parents with Thalassaemia Children Should Know
by / 31911 readsRaising a child with Thalassaemia is not easy. It can be both devastating and rewarding. By having a child with Thalassaemia, you have to…
Eczema Triggers Found, 6 Ways to Calm your Child’s Skin Flare Ups
by / 2689 readsKids 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 And Pregnancy
by / 1237 readsThyroid problems can not only affect you but also your baby. Because of that, it is extremely important to be tested before planning for…
Risks Of Childhood Obesity
by / 1113 readsThe statistics of Malaysians suffering from obesity has been increasing drastically over the years. According to Star2, Malaysia is now Asia’s fattest country with…
Child Kidney Disease: Catch These Symptoms To Avert A Life Threatening Outcome
by / 8713 readsThursday 14th March 2019 is World Kidney Day. It is perhaps the most appropriate time to talk about the growing prevalence of kidney disease…
Exclusive: Living With Kidney Failure and Dialysis, Aniza Tells Her Story
by / 5358 readsMeet Nur Aniza binti Kamari, a 50-year old end stage renal failure patient at the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). Aniza has been on dialysis…
Dealing with Dengue: Taking Care of Yourself and Your Family
by / 1560 readsWith the sudden wave of dengue cases sweeping the nation, parents should be cautious and check your house and surroundings areas for any stagnant…
What You Need to Know About Dengue: Cause, Symptoms, and Prevention
by / 1647 readsWith Malaysia’s hot and humid tropical climate, most people here are no stranger to dengue and have heard of it at least once. However,…
Be Aware of Kawasaki Disease, Your Child’s Heart May Depend On How Alert You Are
by / 9681 readsAlison 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. …
5 Awesome Things About Autism That You Didn’t Know
by / 4367 readsThe challenges of an autism spectrum are easy to identify, clear and distinct. But, being autistic isn’t all about impossible challenges. In fact, autistic…
5 Important Things Parents Must Know About Jaundice In Babies
by / 4097 readsFor every newborn, healthcare providers will do several examinations and test to make sure your baby is healthy and well. One of the conditions…
Mothers, Is It Necessary to Remove Your Kids’ Tonsils?
by / 5121 readsMothers, do you know what is tonsillitis? Yup, it’s that inflammation of the tonsils, IF you frequently suffer from a sore throat. It can…
Is Malaysia’s Hospital Care Good Enough?
by / 16135 readsAs parents, nothing matters more than being able to see your child grow up healthy and well. However, for father Desmond Neo, that dream…
Is Your Child Special? | April is Autism Awareness Month
by / 13970 readsIn 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…
Dealing with my child’s eczema (Avene)
by / 33456 readsWhen my baby first developed patches of scaly skin, I mentioned it to his doctor and was assured that it was totally normal. “His…
Understanding Colic in Baby
by / 34496 readsColic or abdominal pain or cramps are sudden attacks of gut irritation, bloatedness and discomfort. It may present as prolonged crying i.e. unsettled baby…
Chickenpox in Pregnancy
by / 27053 readsIf you’ve never had chickenpox before, and you catch it during pregnancy, it can be dangerous for you and your baby. However, this is…
When A Cough is Cause for Concern
by / 17852 readsCoughing in babies and toddlers is very common. The sound of a bad cough from a little child can be alarming to some, but…
Protecting your baby’s skin barrier: Stop protease attacks and control eczema
by / 33242 readsby Associate Professor Giam Yoke Chin, Sr. Consultant Dermatologist, National Skin Centre, Singapore. A topic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a skin disorder…
Dealing with diaper rash
by / 17909 readsDiaper rash is marked by red, angry and vulnerable-looking skin in the diaper region – buttocks, thighs and genitals. A baby with diaper rash…
Dealing with common baby skin problems
by / 31993 readsIntertrigo Intertrigo is a skin condition often found in chubby babies, particularly those who find it difficult to hold up their heads. This causes…
Common baby skin problems
by / 27452 readsIf 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…
In A Glance: Colic
by / 22440 readsWhat 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…
Common Cold In Babies? How To Deal With It?
by / 27638 readsA common cold is a viral infection which affects your baby’s upper respiratory tract – the nose and throat. The first thing you would…
Fever in babies
by / 20834 readsA fever usually indicates that your child’s little body is busy fighting an infection. Listed here are the symptoms to watch out for. Use…
Dealing with Flu in babies
by / 23959 readsThe flu can be especially dangerous to young babies. It is caused by the influenza virus. Children under two years old who become infected…
Baby coughs
by / 25548 readsCoughing in babies and toddlers is very common. The sound of a bad cough from a little child can be alarming to some, but…
Eye See You!
by / 18952 readsUnderstanding eye issues in young children Healthy eyes and vision are often overlooked by parents when it comes to the well-being of their children….