Doctor Shares Why Expectant Mums Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
by / 62 readsThe transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
Preventive Procedures
Know the correct and right preventive procedures at the right time can help you stay well and some could even save your life. Know the precautionary steps, myths, procedures, methods and many more on how you can do to make sure your children stay safe. Perfect for mothers with so many worries and questions, preventive procedures help you go through it.
‘My Daughter Gives Me Strength To Fight Cancer’, Says Survivor Radha Nadarajan
by / 1758 reads“My daughter Surutii is the reason I have the will to survive despite everything cancer has thrown at me,” says Radha Nadarajan, a 46…
A Lumpectomy & Lymph Node Removal: Breast Cancer Survivor Teo Shu Ru Tells Her Story
by / 1804 readsLymph node removal is not often spoken about when a mastectomy or lumpectomy is performed on breast cancer patients. When breast cancer is detected,…
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 3: How to Avoid Neck Pain & Back Pain in Children with Online Learning
by / 137 readsDuring the pandemic, online classes are an everyday norm among children and it requires them to sit still for a long duration of time….
Differentiating Clogged Milk Ducts from Breast Cancer Lumps
by / 1045 readsClogged milk ducts are a common occurrence in breastfeeding women. Essentially, finding a lump in your breasts isn’t necessarily always a cause of concern….
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 2: Expert Debunks Common Skin Myths That May Surprise Malaysian Mums
by / 99 readsHave you ever heard people say that by consuming coconut water or milk during pregnancy, your baby will have a fairer skin? Or perhaps,…
7 Hidden Germs Thriving Spots at Home That You Never Knew Existed
by / 29831 readsI need to be honest with you about my house: I clean it regularly, but I never really disinfect it until the outbreak of…
Salixium, Malaysian COVID-19 Self-test Kit: Here’s All You Need to Know
by / 1576 readsMalaysia’s first developed COVID-19 fast antigen testing kit has arrived! The Salixium COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test by in vitro diagnostics rapid test kits producer…
Should We Still Be Worried About Malaria?
by / 1335 readsDo you know that Malaria claims the lives of around 660,000 people each year? Yes, that fact is true! Unfortunately, Malaria is an infectious…
The Chain Of Contact For COVID-19 Infections
by / 805 readsIf you’ve been scratching your head wondering where you stand in the chain of COVID-19 infections, this chart should clear things up. So, how…
Obese Toddlers Might Be Cute, but You Need to Watch Out for Their Health! Here’s Why
by / 587 readsWhat is the first thing that comes to mind when you see an obese toddler? Do you think they are adorable and cute? Or…
Supermum At Home, Superhero At Work: A Day In The Life Of A Stem Cell Protector
by / 2106 readsLife-giver and lifesaver – A day in the life of a stem cell protector. Superheroes come in all shapes, sizes, and professions. Motherhood had…
The Difference Between Cleaning, Sanitising, and Disinfecting!
by / 16159 readsGERMS…we worry about them all the time! They are lurking everywhere and we can’t shake them off! Clean freak or not, we need to…
6 Reasons Why Probiotics Can Have A Long-Lasting Impact On Your Child’s Growth
by / 25626 readsHappy gut, happy body, happy child! Have you ever heard about gut health for your growing child before? If you have not, read on…
When The Going Gets Tough, SOMPO MedicNow Gets The Tough Going
by / 28045 readsWhen my husband and I were planning to start a family, we sat down one day and made three lists – current debts, must-haves, and…
Why Febrile Seizure or Febrile Fit in Children Is One of Every Parent’s Nightmares?
by / 4567 readsMina’s* eldest son, Adrian, was about a year old when he had his first febrile fit. He had been nursing a fever when the…
10 Things To Know About CryoCord
by / 3078 readsDoes CryoCord ring a bell? Because we don’t want your alarm bells to ring as you’re being wheeled into the delivery room, you should…
“Mummy, I Can’t Poo!” Part II | When All Else Fails, Here Are The Things That You Should Do
by / 928 readsConstipation happens – in both adults and children. While in a previous article, we looked at its reasons, this time around, we thought of delving…
Virus is Here! 6 Ways to Keep Viruses Out of Your Bedroom
by / 26547 readsMalaysia recently saw a resurgence of daily COVID-19 cases in a rapid manner, which were previously under control; prompting the reintroduction of CMCO in…
Gut Health – Probiotics, Prebiotics And Your Microbiome
by / 9017 readsFoods rich in probiotics, and prebiotics keeps the microbiome, and the trillions of good bacteria within your digestive tract, healthy and happy. You Are…
6 Anti-inflammatory Ingredients That Are Easily Found In Our Kitchen
by / 2054 readsAs a mother, we always worry about our children’s health. Especially during those unpredictable weather where it is raining, and hot climates hit simultaneously,…
Watch Out! Fear of a Better Option (F.O.B.O.) Is Making You Suffocating!
by / 1597 readsF.O.B.O., or the Fear of A Better Option, comes when we struggle to choose just one from a variety of perfectly acceptable options. Working…
Intermittent Fasting (IF): Scientific Proofs and Why You Should Try It?
by / 2491 readsIntermittent fasting (IF) is also referred to as “therapeutic fasting”, a method which you limit or no food intake during a certain period of…
The Importance of Childhood Vaccinations During A Pandemic
by / 1671 readsDuring this COVID-19 pandemic, everyone is looking for ways to keep themselves and their loved ones healthy. For us mummies, we certainly want to…
Beware! Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Can Cause a Long-term Complication to Your Health
by / 1853 readsRecently, there has been news about a group of friends who were found unconscious in their car after being suspected of being poisoned by…
The Truth About Stem Cell Collection (And Its Many Myths)
by / 3134 reads“Hey, didn’t you hear about…?” Yes, we heard it. In fact, we have to listen it countless of times. But the thing is, is…
Natural Vs Synthetic Vitamins: Is There A Difference?
by / 1071 readsVitamins are usually taken in a form of food such as vegetables, meat and fruits. However, as the world’s technology has evolved greatly, vitamins…
Kids’ Face Mask | Here is Our List of The Suitable and Safe Face Masks for Your Kids
by / 2122 readsOur kids are not immune to COVID-19 even though the risk of them getting infected is lower. Masks for kids are important in order…
CordMSCs®: What Are They, And Why Should Pregnant Mums Care?
by / 2685 readsDo you still remember the day you held your newborn child for the first time? Many would suggest the feeling to be of pure…
Into The Unknown World Of Mosquitoes || (Don’t Bring Your Kids Along!)
by / 35328 readsSundown All Around EEEEEEEEE! Slap! Twack! Twock! Ahh….! These are common sounds heard throughout Malaysian homes from sundown. In spite of our best endeavours…
Don’t Miss This Literally Eye-Opening Myopic Insights With Dr Malisa Ami – Part One
by / 5387 readsIn the year I turned sweet 16, I became a four-eyed teen. Fast forward to this day, my teen son started needing glasses at…
Cord Blood Banking: Uncovering Fact and Fiction
by / 4795 readsEvery month, the United States of America recognises a specific health awareness theme, often observed by other countries as well. In July, we shed…
COVID-19 Outbreak: The Psychological Effects & How to Make Your Kids Understand?
by / 1789 readsThe outbreak of COVID-19 has a huge impact on any of us. To some parents, it is quite difficult to make kids understand COVID-19…
Dr Syariz: ‘When Planning Circumcision for Your Child, It is Crucial to do it Right’
by / 7750 readsEvery year in Malaysia, thousands of parents of Muslim boys look for circumcision services as a matter of course. For Muslims, it is a…
ALERT: Upsurge in Dengue Cases Recorded Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
by / 1989 readsWhile most of us are celebrating a new phase of Movement Control Order (MCO), the Health Ministry alerted Malaysians to expect another health threat…
Food Labels and What to Look Out For
by / 3166 readsThe saying you are what you eat is very true. Being aware is one thing, but do you actually have the habit of knowing…
Save the Cord: Secure Your Health During A Pandemic With Bio-Insurance
by / 29017 readsTake a deep breath and heave it out. We have just ended the first quarter of the year, and it feels like the planet…
Parents, You Can Set the Course of Your Unborn Child’s Health By Doing This
by / 9103 readsDid you know that the health of your unborn child is directly influenced by you and your spouse and that the both of you…
When Should My Children Get Flu Vaccine?
by / 21621 readsThe flu season is upon us yet again. I remember in my younger days (not that I am that old now), there used to…
Quick Home Treatment for Uninvited Fever in Your Child
by / 5385 readsFever in a child is one of the scariest thing parents will have to face. Imagine your little one is uncomfortable, all those nights…
Moms: “Less But Better” is A Good Thing For Your Family Too!
by / 15041 reads“Clothes, wipes, toiletries -checked, oh wait, I have my sunscreen, what about my kids? Nahhh, it should be okay.” Okay, hold on mommy! As…
Malaysia’s Dropping Fertility Rates: What To Do When The Man is Infertile
by / 1131 readsIt is no secret that the fertility rate in Malaysia is plummeting. The latest vital statistics 2019 released by the Department of Statistics Malaysia…
How does the Haze Affect You And Your Baby?
by / 46034 readsFor the past month, Malaysia has been plagued with haze which originates from massive fires in Sumatra, Indonesia. Transboundary haze in this part of…
Mum, Here’s Your Solution to Protect Your Hands & Enhance Hygiene in Your Home
by / 62353 readsDiaper duty. A mother knows this very well from Day One of bringing baby home. With babies soiling their diapers after every feed, changing…
Setting Straight 5 Myths About Baby Teeth
by / 3795 readsIt’s a magical moment when your baby smiles at you and you see his little teeth. Each day is more rewarding than the last…
Your Child Needs Water, but When and How Much?
by / 19278 readsIn the tropical climate of Malaysia, water is important to keep us hydrated throughout the day. Water is the essence which is included in most…
The Impacts Of Radiation On Pregnancy
by / 1532 readsIt is very important that pregnant women are aware of the risks and dangers of the radiation that they are and can be exposed…
How to Prevent Autism during Pregnancy
by / 4643 readsEven up until today, the causes of autism has not been clearly discovered. However, genes are believed to be one of the factors to…
Can You Prevent Your Child from Developing Allergies?
by / 5756 readsAllergic conditions can range from an allergy to certain foods, allergy to airborne substances, asthma to life-threatening allergic reactions. It is known that these…