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Wellness
Wellness is a comprehensive collection of information, guides, preventative procedures, illnesses, advice, tips and many more from the experts. Our little darlings’ immune system is not the same as us the adults. We know how important it is for every parent to take care of their children from day 1. Perhaps not everything but increasing (and improving), read articles from our Wellness if you have any concern regarding your children’s health. Take extra precaution and go extra miles when you prepare yourself before anything bad happen. Get the information you need only from Motherhood Story.
Attention, Parents! HFMD Cases Are On the Rise Again
byHand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases are on the rise once again parents. The Ministry of Health reports a 266% rise compared to…
Expert Shares How to Help Your Child Grow Strong, Healthy Bones
byBones create the very structure upon which our body exists. Without bones, we will not be able to walk or move. So, the importance…
Fish Oil Supplements Are Great, but Does Your Child Need Them?
byFish oil supplements are all the rage these days – in fact, they never seem to run out of popularity. But do your kids…
Pharmacist Warns to Watch Out for These Common Drug Interactions in Kids
byPharmaceuticals are potent compounds meant to treat very specific illnesses and conditions. While they are supposed to be medicine, this doesn’t mean they mix…
Microwaves and Plastics: Here’s What You Need to Know
byThese days, some of us may feel that everything needs to be done quickly—and, if possible, with minimal effort—just to keep up with this…
8 Learning Disabilities and How to Spot Them
byAlbert Einstein. Leonardo Da Vinci. Charles Darwin. What do you think these historical figures have in common besides being intellectual visionaries of their time?…
Does Pregnancy Cause Heart Troubles?
byPregnancy can take its toll on even the healthiest person. With so many changes going on on the inside, there’s bound to be some…
Pharmacist Explains: How Antibiotics Affect Your Child’s Gut Health
byAntibiotics are important for dealing with deadly infections. Throughout your little one’s life, their doctor will prescribe them all kinds of antibiotics. But are…
Sugar Overload: How to Curb Your Child’s Sugar Cravings
bySugar is in everything these days. Drinks, food, condiments and even in certain medications like cough syrups. It’s a billion dollar industry encompassing everything…
The Sunshine Solution: Why Vitamin D is Your Pregnancy BFF
byIt’s one of those intense hot days where stepping outside feels like diving headfirst into a pizza oven. The kind of day that has…
Does Your Child Need Supplements? A Pharmacist Spills the Truth
bySupplements are a great. But could they also be beneficial for your child’s learning, memory and overall brain power? We had a chat with…
Dangerous Snacks Near Schools: Why Malaysia Needs Stricter Food Regulations to Protect Our Children
byOn 18 February 2025, 10-year-old Mohamad Fahmi Hafiz bought an eyeball-shaped gummy from a vendor outside his school in Penang. It was just another…
Why Newborns Get Vitamin K Shots
byYour baby will get dozens of shots after they’re born. Most of these as you may well know are vaccines. Meant to protect your…
Pharmacist Shares Tips on Choosing the Best Multivitamins for Your Kids
byMultivitamins are a commonly talked about topic in the world of childhood nutrition and nutrition in general. The fact of the matter is, they…
Is It Just a Daydream or Could It Be Epilepsy? Here’s All You Need to Know
byEpilepsy can be a terrifying condition to witness, and it can be even more terrifying to experience. While it is manageable with medication, epilepsy…
Stress in Kids: The Warning Signs You Can’t Afford to Miss
byStress affects everyone. And we mean everyone: men, women, and of course, even children. But in some traditional Asian households, some parents may not…
Newborn Screenings: What Tests Will My Baby Get in the Hospital?
byWhen your baby is born they are immediately subjected to a bunch of different tests to determine their health and wellbeing. And of course,…
Expert Reveals Tips on How to Cope with Nausea and Vomiting in Children
byChildren experience nausea and vomiting for various reasons. But as a parent, at what point should you press the panic button? We sat down…
Protecting Generations: The Transformative Role of HPV Vaccines in Cervical Cancer Prevention
byLife moves fast, and for many women, taking care of themselves often falls to the bottom of the list. But cervical cancer doesn’t wait….
Baby Oil: Your Baby Will Positively Squeal in Delight When You Use These Ones on Them
byBaby oil is quite ubiquitous on the market and can be found everywhere. They’re usually petroleum based or natural oils that are non-comedogenic and…
Ensuring Childcare Safety in Malaysia: Understanding Childcare Regulations and Best Practices
byThe tragic passing of a 4 month old baby at an unregistered childcare centre has sent shockwaves through the parenting community in Malaysia. While…
Can You Take Medicines While Pregnant? An Expert Tells-All
byWhen I was pregnant with my two babies, everything changed overnight. I reluctantly bid farewell to my unhealthy favourite foods and started a new…
How to Quickly Cool Your Mouth Down from Spicy Foods
bySome of us may derive a little pleasure from pain, especially when it comes to what we eat. After all, chillies are a staple…
Harness the Healing Power of Colours
byThe human eye only perceives about 0.0035% of the electromagnetic spectrum; that’s only about a fraction of visible light. There are colours out there…
How to Tell if Your Baby Is in Pain
byNew parents may often struggle with interpreting their baby’s cries. After all, infants are limited in how they can communicate with adults. Older children…
Expert Advices on Constipation in Kids: How to Deal with Stubborn Tummies
bySpending hours on the toilet seat isn’t fun. And it’s not healthy for you either. That’s what sufferers of constipation experience often. When it’s…
Autism Adventures: How to Make Holidays Magical for Neurodivergent Kids
byWe are entering a most joyous season, and the arrival of Christmas is upon us. The holidays would be like the roller coaster at…
Influenza B: How to Keep Your Kids Healthy When School Is Back in Session
bySo, school’s out for now, and we’re all breathing a sigh of relief from those rushed mornings. The holidays are a great time for…
Dangers of Social Media for Children
byThe digital revolution of the 21st century gave us such technological miracles as the computer, the Internet, smart phones and, of course, social media….
Protecting Our Little Ones During Malaysia’s Flood Season
byFlooding in Malaysia is a recurring challenge that disrupts lives, displaces families, and puts our children at unique risks. For many parents, navigating these…
Optimal Weight to Gain for a Healthy Pregnancy
byNew mummies, congratulations on your pregnancy! I’m sure you must be full of emotions—happy, anxious, worry; the list just goes on. You’re probably also…
How to Talk to Your Teen About Sex and Pregnancy: What Parents MUST Know!
byParenting may often feel like a series of thematic worries, each phase bringing its own unique set of concerns. With newborns, we worry over…
How to Care for Eczema-Prone Skin in Children
byChildhood eczema can be debilitating, uncomfortable, and sometimes even downright painful, for both parent and child. The condition causes itchy, leathery skin that can…
5 Eczema-Causing Ingredients That May Be Triggering Your Baby’s Flare-ups
byChildhood eczema can be triggered by so many things: food, weather, temperature, pollution and yes even things like lotions and detergent. While more young…
How to Help Your Kids with Motion Sickness
byEveryone gets motion sickness. Whether you’re riding in a car, taking a train, or, yes, even walking down the street. We all know the…
A Parent’s Worst Nightmare: What the Bukit Mertajam Tragedy Teaches Us About Road Safety for Families
byFrom one parent to another, nothing prepares you for the gut wrenching news of a child’s life lost so tragically. The recent Bukit Mertajam…
The Real Cost of a C-Section Today in KL and Selangor Hospitals
byIn Malaysia, the cost of a Caesarean section (C-section) varies widely between public and private hospitals. While government hospitals offer significantly subsidised rates for…
Damansara Specialist Hospital 2 Launches ‘Less Scars, Less Pain’ Campaign
byDamansara Specialist Hospital 2 (DSH2) today launched its Less Scars, Less Pain campaign to educate the public on how its primary focus on safe,…
Columbia Asia Hospital – Cheras and Fujifilm Unite to Champion Breast Screening Awareness Among B40s
byColumbia Asia Hospital – Cheras (CAH-C) in partnership with FUJIFILM Malaysia Sdn Bhd, hosted the PinKTober Charity Event at the hospital recently to celebrate…
Klang Valley Hospitals Offering Deals on Breast Cancer Screenings this Pinktober
byThis October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month or Pinktober, an important time for remembrance and vigilance. This time serves as a crucial reminder for…
Breast Cancer Screenings: The Power of Early Detection
byWhen it comes to cancer, early detection can mean all the difference between life and death. Breast cancer, being the most common among women,…
A Rising Threat in Young Women and the Implications of Early-Onset Breast Cancer
byBreast cancer remains one of the most formidable health challenges confronting women globally. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is the second…
Genetics and Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know About Hereditary Risk
byGenetics play an important role in cancer. Around 5 to 10% of breast cancer cases are linked to inherited genetic mutations. While lifestyle choices,…
Dengue During Pregnancy: What All Mums Need to Know
byDear mummies, Have you ever wondered what happens when dengue strikes? It all starts with something as simple as a mosquito bite. A small moment…
Is It Safe to Take Paracetamol While Pregnant?
byParacetamol is a staple in many households. Whether it’s for headaches, a mild fever, or muscle aches. We often reach for paracetamol without a second…
8 Ways to Ensure A Safe Online Experience for Your Child
byThe World Wide Web is no fairyland. It is dangerous, uncharted territory for children who stray off the beaten path. So, how do you…
What to Do If Your Child Gets An Electric Shock
byElectricity is everywhere and most houses are operated from electricity. With multiple things needed to be operated while plugged in, it’s an important necessity…
‘Tourist Traps’: Travel Scams to Watch Out For
byWe get it. It’s the holidays, the wind is blowing through your hair, the sun is shining above. You’re having the best time of…