Beyond ‘Never Forget’: Simple Hacks to Prevent Forgotten Baby Syndrome
byHere’s the scary truth: in Malaysia, ‘Forgotten Baby Syndrome’ is a real and growing concern. But don’t panic! We’re not here to point fingers,…
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.
10 Things Parents Must Know About Drug Allergies in Children
byDrug allergies are a serious and often overlooked condition in children; it can cause symptoms that are unpleasant, painful and even fatal. We sat…
Gummies, Chewable Tablets, and Liquids: Which One is the Best for My Child?
bySupplements don’t just come in a pill form that you swallow; there are also available as gummies, chewable tablets and liquid supplements. Each with…
10 Everyday Ways to Teach Your Children About Consent
byWe’ve once discussed the many ways parents teach and ensure a child’s safety. We’ve also previously talked about how even sharing about your children…
Don’t Ignore This: The Dark Side of Apple Cider Vinegar Exposed
byApple cider vinegar (ACV) is said to help people lose weight and help with acid reflux, among many other things. But is there really…
Childhood Atopic Dermatitis: Unravelling the Truth
byImagine a child grappling with ceaseless discomfort. Their innocent laughter stifled by persistent itching, their excitement dampened by rashes that never seem to go…
Safe and Effective Cold Remedies for Mamas-to-Be & Breastfeeding Mums
byThe common cold spares no one. Not even pregnant women, unfortunately. So when expectant mums get the sniffles, when is it time to worry?…
Pharmacist Talks About the Use of Antibiotics in Children
byAntibiotics are humanity’s most important life-saving medicine. Helping treat millions of infections every year. But when it comes to using them for kids, we…
Are Bouncy Castles Really Safe For Kids?
byThey’re fun, big and bouncy, but could they also be deadly? Inflatable castles are often touted as the ultimate playtime infrastructure for children of…
Self-Defense Tips for Mums
byLet’s face it. We live in a dangerous world. There are many predators and criminals out there who are not above hurting others to…
Supplements: Is It a Necessity or a Beautiful Theory?
byThe topic of whether kids need dietary supplements is one that sparks debates and discussions among caregivers, educators, and healthcare providers alike. Are supplements…
6 Time-Saving Hair Tips for Busy Mums
byGetting ready in the morning can be a tedious endeavour for many women; there are simply too many things to do and too little…
China Reports Rise in ‘Flu-Like’ Cases Among Children, WHO Dispels Rumours
byJust this past week on November 21, the World Health Organisation (WHO) released a statement about reports from northern China regarding an alarming number…
ADHD: Helping Your Child Manage their Condition
byLearning disabilities are rife with stigma. Children who have them have always been shunned, abused and misrepresented in society. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or…
Teach Your Kids to Swallow Pills with This Paed’s Hack
bySwallowing pills is something that kids and even adults have difficulties to do. It’s something that you can teach children over five to try…
Mum Devastated, Loses Baby at 9 Months Due to Cat Faeces Infection
byA miscarriage, under any circumstances, is an inexpressible and deeply painful journey for anyone to go through. TikToker Dyna Yusof shared her story six…
What You Should Know About Children’s Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
byWheezing, hard to breathe, chronic cough, chest tightness, if your child is showing these symptoms, it could be Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). But…
It’s RSV Season: Here’s What You Need to Know
byIt’s the time of year again where it’s raining most evenings and causing people to be sick due to the weather. One of the…
Virtual Reality: Paedophiles Use VR to Abuse Children
byYou might have heard of virtual reality (VR) these last few years, as it’s taking over the technology world. Based on TechTarget, it is…
Protect Our Children From Vape: The Dangers of It
byBack in March this year, a boy nearly lost his life due to vaping. Dr Aishah Abas shared the story on her TikTok recently…
The Secret Cost of Raising a Special Needs Child
byParenting is a journey filled with joys, challenges, and unexpected costs. When raising a child with special needs in Malaysia, those costs can often…
Doctor Explains Why You Must Never Flush with the Toilet Cover Open
byMums, are you guilty of leaving the toilet cover up when you flush? Perhaps you were in a hurry. Or maybe it was just…
Protect Your Family from Influenza This Flu Season
byAs we enter the month of October in Malaysia, we also usher in the flu season, a time when the influenza virus is most…
Disease X, Hypothetical Next Pandemic: All You Need to Know
byMost of us are already accustomed with COVID-19. We may have spent most of our time with our family during lockdown, but businesses and…
Why You Shouldn’t Give Marshmallows to Young Kids
byMarshmallows, the sugary goodness that many kids go crazy for. Perhaps not many may expect soft-and-sweet marshmallows to be dangerous but here we are….
Topical Steroids Use in Kids: Pharmacist Shares Expert Advice
byIf your child has ever experienced any skin problems, their doctor may have prescribed them a steroid cream. When used properly, steroid creams can…
Know Your Cough: Relieve Cough Naturally with DURO-HERB Chesty Cough Liquid (MAL21016106T)
byWhether you’ve been through a bout of flu, or just simply been around a lot of dust, coughs can come from anywhere and at…
Baby First Aid Experts Advise Parents to Hide Bath Plugs
byRecently, ex-paramedic, Nikki Jurcutz, shared on Instagram the story of Archie. Archie is a two-year-old boy that could have drowned because of a bath…
Why You Shouldn’t Give Babies Water
byIf you’re giving babies under six months old water, this is a warning for you to stop. You might have heard this warning before…
Study Says Blue Light May Cause Early Puberty
byYou’ve probably heard that blue light isn’t good for people, but did you know that it’s linked to early puberty? A study shows that…
Helium Balloons: When Fun Turns Deadly
byIt was supposed to be a fun day for Karlton until a tragic accident happened. Karlton Donaghey was a five-year-old boy who only wanted…
Breast Cancer Warning Signs That All Women Should Be Aware Of
byBreast cancer is one of the most prevalent malignancies in Malaysia, followed by colorectal cancer, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, and liver cancer. According to…
11 Caffeine Addiction Warning Signs and How to Recover
byDo you wake up every morning feeling the urge to drink coffee before doing anything else? Or do you just feel terribly miserable when…
Pharmacist Shares on How to Choose Cough Treatments for Kids
byIt can be worrisome when our kids start coughing. Whether that’s from the flu, pollution or some other reason. So, we scour the drugstore…
‘Lala Bop’: How to Keep Your Kids Safe from This Damaging Trend
byThere has been a lot of trends being made around the Internet. There was the weird and disturbing animation of Skibidi Toilet and the…
Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of PCOS in Adolescents
byPCOS, also known as a polycystic ovarian syndrome, affects one in ten women. It is a common condition that affects the ovary of women…
BMO Ad: An Online Threat Parents Should Worry About
byYouTube is the app most parents use to keep kids entertained. However, it has its risks, ranging from inappropriate content to online threat. Back…
6 Must-Have Supplements for Your Kids and What They Help With
byIf you’re a parent, you may be ambivalent towards supplements. Especially where your kids are concerned. Some parents may think they’re overkill while others…
Reusable Water Balloons: The Hidden Danger of a Famous Toy
byYou must’ve seen the reusable water balloons being promoted on the Internet before this. It was all the rage during the scorching heat a…
New Cases of Abuse: What to Look Out for and How to Prevent it
byEvery year, over 1000 cases of child abuse is reported. From a 2019 statistic for child abuse, it shows that most child abuse perpetrators…
Silent Killers: Watch Out for These Gynaecological Cancers, Mummies
byGynaecological cancers are cancers that affect the female reproductive system; they are one of the most common threats to women’s health. Approximately 1,682 women…
Joint Pain in Kids: Expert Guidance for a Pain-Free Childhood
byDo your kids often get pain in their joints? Aching elbows and knees, excruciating discomfort in their wrists and ankles? The joints of our…
Deaths Due to Nursing Pillows: A Cautionary Tale
byA 22-day old baby was sadly found cold by his mother. Another infant was lifeless next to his brother in their shared bassinet. The…
Everything Parents Need to Know About Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
byPertussis, or most commonly known as whooping cough is a widespread infection of the respiratory disease. This infection mainly affects babies younger than six…
Safer Pregnancies: Health Ministry Launches Whooping Cough Vaccine
byBy next year, pregnant women all over the country will receive the Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis) vaccine. It’s an initiative by the…
Roblox: Is It Actually Safe for Your Kids?
byWhat Is Roblox Roblox is a global platform that allows users to play a variety of games, create them and chat with people online….
Mummy Shares: How I Support My Husband’s Health
byThey say love knows no bounds, and for me, this sentiment extends to my dedication to my husband’s health. From the early days of…
How To Choose a Perfect Car Seat for Your Little One
byCar seats are an important item for every new parent to have. They keep your baby safe while driving and offer some degree of…
‘Skibidi Toilet’ Syndrome: How to Protect Your Kids
by‘Skibidi Toilet’ is today’s kids’ newest obsession. First starting in YouTube, this video series is now on other social media platforms and gaining mass…