Dyslexia Runs in the Family: Datin Shahida Opens Up About Her Children
byIt’s rare to hear about one dyslexic child in the family, let alone two. But the condition is indeed genetic, as one celebrity mum…
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.
What to Do If Your Child Below 5 Years Contracts COVID-19
byFirst, it was a fever and watery stool—not a good sign. Then, comes the fussing and crying because of uneasiness. You start to get…
Shedding Light on Mental Health in Malaysia: Expectation Vs Reality
byThere has been a recent surge of interest in mental health in Malaysia over the past decade. You won’t have to search that far…
“Cancer is Just a Word”: Activist Naliza Fahro-Rozi Shares Her Survival Story
byBreast cancer kills thousands of Malaysian women every year, and the numbers are rising fast. Spreading awareness is becoming more important in this day…
“Mummy, I Can’t Read!”: What to Do If You Suspect Your Child Has Dyslexia
byNo one wants to hear that their child is disabled. Yet probably one condition that flies under the radar more often than we’d like…
Aurelius Healthcare Aims to Educate 10,000 Malaysians on How to Perform Breast Self-Examination
byAurelius Healthcare, the healthcare group behind Aurelius Hospital Nilai and Aurelius Hospital Alor Setar (scheduled to operate in Q4 2023), is launching the #HuntThatLump…
Big Brain Time! 5 Things to Know About Your Brain
byThe brain is the most complex biological structure in the known universe, and scientists are still discovering more and more amazing things about its…
Ladies, Keep Alert on These Subtle Signs of Breast Cancer to Watch Out for
byNo one wants to have the “cancer talk”. It’s tragic, depressing and hopeless. But it’s a talk that we must have regardless. When it…
Don’t Let This One Habit Stop You from Enjoying Motherhood, Mums
byWe all have that little voice in our heads. The one that constantly criticises us for small mistakes, the one that laughs at our…
What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know About Child Grooming
byEvery parent cares about the wellbeing of their children. From what to pack for their lunch to which college they should attend, parents only…
6 Foods to Improve Your Child’s Eyesight
byNutrition plays a big role in your child’s overall wellbeing. When it comes to vision and eye health, food can be the first line…
Mums, Could You Be Depressed? Here are the Warning Signs
byThe ongoing misconception about depression is that it’s just feeling “a little sad”. But for those who actual struggle with this disorder, dealing with…
7 Ways to Manage Your Stress for Better Physical and Mental Health
byStress is a part of life, and, according to scientists, essential for the survival and success of a species. Millions of lifeforms have evolved…
Mummy Shares: My Story of Experiencing PCOS Infertility
byInfertility is a tough topic to discuss. It took me a long time to figure out how to start writing. It’s not that I’m…
Breast Cancer Welfare Association: Giving Hope in Darkest Times
byBreast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting Malaysian women. 1 in 19 women in the country are at risk of developing…
Baby Vaccination 101: COVID-19 Vaccine
byThis illness needs no introduction. COVID-19 is a relatively new infectious disease first discovered in 2019 in Wuhan, China. It was the cause of…
Baby Vaccination 101: JE (Japanese Encephalitis) Vaccine
byAccording to the Ministry of Health Malaysia, Japanese encephalitis is a viral disease endemic to Sarawak. So, if your baby isn’t born in Sarawak,…
Baby Vaccination 101: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) Vaccine
byWe recently talked about the measles vaccine. But in Malaysia it is commonly incorporated as a 3-in-1 vaccine meant to protect newborns not only…
Baby Vaccination 101: Measles Vaccine
byMeasles is a highly contagious disease that is easily transmissible from person to person via droplets and close contact. It is important for newborns…
Baby Vaccination 101: Pneumococcal Vaccine
byAccording to the Ministry of Health Malaysia, pneumococcal vaccines are one of the compulsory vaccines for Malaysian children. It protects against various strains of…
Baby Vaccination 101: Polio Vaccine
byAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), the polio vaccine prevents the spread of the poliomyelitis disease, which is known to be life-threatening to…
Should Kids Be Allowed to Drink Coffee?
byCoffee is one of the most popular drinks on the planet; outranking soda, juice and tea in many parts of the world. It is…
Baby Vaccination 101: DTaP Vaccine
byThe DTaP vaccine is one of the many compulsory vaccines for Malaysian children. It prevents the spread of three dangerous and life-threatening diseases: Diphtheria,…
Baby Vaccination 101: HiB Vaccine
byThe HiB vaccine is one of the mandatory vaccines for all Malaysian children. According to Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it prevents…
Healing Cancer with Food: Is it Possible? Here’s the Truth.
byCancer. A word that sends chills up the spine. Something you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy. And yet, the numbers don’t lie. More…
Cervical Cancer: Gynaecologist Shares Insights on This Silent Killer
byFor those unfamiliar with the disease, cervical cancer is one of the five most common gynaecological cancers that affect women. There needs to be…
Baby Vaccination 101: Hepatitis B Vaccine
byThe hepatitis B vaccine is another vaccine that you will find on your newborn’s immunisation requirement. Here’s what you need to know about this…
Baby Vaccination 101: BCG Vaccine
byMost of us Malaysians, if not all, have heard of the BCG vaccine from as early as childhood. It’s probably one of the earliest…
Daddy Talks: Do Men Have a ‘Time of the Month’?
byCrimson tide. Shark week. Moon cycle. The ‘time of the month’. Women have been using creative and punny terms to describe their periods for…
Lactation Specialist Answers Your Most Burning Questions About Breastfeeding
byBreastfeeding is one of the first maternal duties for many mothers after childbirth. It is an intimate and important activity for both parent and…
My PCOS I Love You: Sharing Stories, Breaking Barriers
byPolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a gynaecological disorder that disrupts a woman’s reproductive health. Those who have it experience debilitating hormonal changes that affect…
Common Culprits that May be Triggering Your Baby’s Sensitive Skin
byBabies are naturally born with sensitive skin. They’ve been growing inside the safe and sterile environment of their mother’s womb for nine months before…
Here’s Why Your Baby Gets Diaper Rashes
byDiaper rash is one of the most common skin conditions experienced by babies and newborns. It presents itself as inflamed spots or welts on…
This or That: Breast Milk Boosters (Pharmaceutical Vs Natural)
byNursing mothers who have trouble with breastfeeding will probably know all about ‘milk-boosters’ or ‘lactation supplements’. Scientifically known as ‘galactagogues’ (from the Greek word…
Autism Teaching Aids Malaysia: A Helpful Special Needs Support Group
byRaising a child with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) can be frustrating, exhausting and even seem impossible at times. Many parents may be at a…
Is Diaper Rash Normal? Dispelling the Myths about Diaper Rash
byImagine having a red-splotchy bottom that made you cry non-stop. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Unfortunately, most of our babies experience this. Every baby…
How to Tell if Your Child Has Psoriasis
byPsoriasis is a genetic disorder that causes itchy, red bumps to appear on the skin. It can be passed from parent to child and…
Is Your Sanitiser Really Working? Think Again!
byOftentimes, we may not think too hard about how hand sanitisers work. We may just squirt some on our hands, rub them together and…
The Secret Behind the Magic of Mother’s Milk
byMother’s milk, or rather, breast milk, is a highly nutritious food naturally produced by pregnant and nursing women. It has helped mothers nourish their…
Breastfeeding Preemies: All You Need to Know
byCaring for preemies requires meticulous, super-handy care due to their small and delicate bodies. If you’re a mother to one, you must be eagerly…
Breast Milk: The Best Protection in the Age of COVID-19
byJust when you there can’t possibly be more good reasons to opt for breast milk instead of formula, recent studies have found that breastfed…
Learning About Allergies in Children with Dr Heah
byAllergies have become rather common in children these days, and as a parent, this can be alarming especially if some children have severe allergies…
6 Unlikely Areas of Your Life That Are Affected by Price Hikes
byInflation and price hikes go hand in hand. We worry about making our money go further, without sacrificing our lifestyle and our comforts. But…
Precious Moments Frozen in Time: Documenting the Life of an Autistic Child
byRaising a child is hard enough, but doing so as a father of three kids (one of which has autism), is a different thing…
5 Truths Behind Alcohol-Based Sanitisers That May Shock You
byDo you want to know the secret to keeping your children safe from the very thing that’s supposed to protect them? Even as people…
“Till My Last Breath”: Dr Say Shazril on Raising a Gifted Child
byIt is never easy for a parent to learn that their child is ‘special’. The experience can be wrought with confusion, denial, despair and…
AskMeDoctor! Season 4 Episode 9: Fever in Babies & Kids: When to Hit the Panic Button?
byFevers are common among children, but new parents can be extra anxious when it happens to their newborns. After all, babies are still small…
Dos and Don’ts for Your Little Swimmer
bySwimming is a fun activity, for both adults and children. Most of your childhood memories probably involved water. Whether that’s an inflatable pool, the…
How to Talk to Your Kids About Drugs
byWe all know drugs are bad, even though a lot of adults are guilty of using them. But that doesn’t mean our kids shouldn’t…