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…
Babycare & Health
Baby’s skins are known to be the most delicate and fragile. This is why you need the right baby care for it, as well as the baby’s overall wellbeing. Bear in mind that not all product is suitable for the little ones. Read our articles to know more about baby care, how to properly manage your baby and also the dos and don’ts of taking care of our baby. Educate yourselves with the proper babycare with these pieces of information at Motherhood Story.
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…
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…
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…
Safe Baby Care: Ingredients to Avoid in Baby Products and Why
byProper baby skin care is very important in the early years. This is because baby’s skin is much thinner and can be overly sensitive….
5 Most Beneficial Pregnancy Supplements for Mummies
byThe pregnancy period is a very toiling journey for mothers. So, to boost their health, pregnancy supplements are a necessity. An embryo needs necessary…
Baby Biscuits for Your Teething Little Ones
byBaby biscuits are also known as teething biscuits or teething rusks. They’re rather firm cookies that help soothe your baby’s gums while they’re teething….
Fulfil Your Baby’s Skincare and Bathtime Needs with NIVEA BABY
byBath time is an important parent-child ritual that must be observed any chance you get. On the one hand, it is fun and a…
Baby Powder: Should You Use It?
byBaby powder is often used on babies after bath, in order to keep them dry and prevent nappy rash. This is because bacteria and…
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…
5 Baby Cots in Malaysia to Keep Your Baby Safe and Cosy
byIn the early days, newborns spend most of their time in slumber. Sleep is essential to help babies grow, so it’s important that we…
Must-Know Secrets No One Tells You About Breastfeeding
byYou’ve just given birth. You’re tired and in pain, but nothing can extinguish the overwhelming feeling of love, joy and pride at seeing your…
Here’s How to Help Your Baby Brave the Malaysian Heat
byThe hot Malaysian climate can be too much to handle, even for adults. So, you can imagine how babies feel when we bring them…
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…
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…
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…
Breast Milk Home Remedies for Mums and Babies
byBreast milk has always been exclusively used to feed babies. Any other uses besides this might be considered taboo or even sacrilegious, depending on…
7 Things to Do Between Feedings
byA newborn needs to feed approximately every 2 to 4 hours. As babies grow at an exponential rate, they need their elixir of life…
Breastfeeding Support Group Gives Hope to Nursing Mothers
byFirst time mothers know all too well the struggles of nursing their newborn. In fact, even experienced mums may have trouble with breastfeeding from…
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…
“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…
How to Find the Best Bottle for Your Baby
byThings can get pretty overwhelming for first-time parents, especially when it comes to picking out the things their baby needs. Diapers, clothes, car seats,…
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…
Dress Your Child in Style and Comfort with BuiBoo
byShopping for trendy baby and child essentials may not necessarily lighten your wallet. And it can be a pleasant and entertaining activity with your…
6 Ways to Mastering Your Baby’s Bath and Bedtime Routine
bySleep is undoubtedly one of your baby’s most difficult challenges during the first year of life. While putting your little one to sleep isn’t…
AskMeDoctor! Season 4 Episode 5: How Mums Can Prevent Baby Tooth Decay
byWhat comes to mind when you think of tooth decay? I don’t know about you, but I remember when I was growing up, my parents…
Boosting Our Family’s Immune System
byIt is important to still follow the SOPs while we enter into a new kind of normal in facing this endemic. We would want…
6 Useful Tips for Mums-To-Be
byYou’ve found out that you’re now carrying a little one—congratulations! Whether you are a mother-to-be or if you’re preparing to welcome another child into…
Keep Your Baby Safe and Dry This Holiday Season With Drypers
byCelebrations and festivities abound this Christmas month as loved ones and close acquaintances are once again allowed to visit each other for gift-giving and…
When Do Baby Teeth Fall Out and Adult Teeth Come In?
byWhile ticking off the developmental milestones, one of our concerns as parents for our growing baby is certainly about baby teething. Thus, let’s discover…
Doctor Shares Why Expectant Mums Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
byThe transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
Understanding Childhood Eczema with Paediatrician Dr Ng Yi Ki
byMany children of today are suffering from skin conditions, and many of us parents have no clue how these skin problems come about. Worse…
Top 10 Essentials for Newborns As Voted by Mums
byCongrats, you’re a new mum! Prior to this, you’ve spent months preparing for your little bundle of joy’s arrival, and now the day has…
A Mother’s Love: Unconditional and Forever
byI think we can all agree that most mothers are innately selfless. Prior to motherhood, many will take pride in their ability to care…
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 1: Children Development & Milestones: The First Five Years
byAre you concerned whether your children are on par with the developmental milestones? Or you are wondering about ways to get your children to…
First Year Baby: Seven-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byAs we march into the seven-month-old developmental milestones, we hope that you have baby-proofed your house. Here’s why. Your seven-month-old baby is finally prepping…
First Year Baby: Four-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byHere comes the fourth month since your labour and it’s time to welcome the four-month-old developmental milestones. You will no longer find yourself to…
First Year Baby: Three-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byIt’s finally the third month and you are moving towards the end of the first trimester with your baby. So, what can you expect…
First Year Baby: Two-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byAfter learning about your new baby on his newborn development milestones and one-month development milestones, are you ready for more exciting developmental milestones when…
Co-sleeping: How Do You Wean Your Child From Your Bedroom?
byIf you are a parent with a baby or young child, you may find the act of co-sleeping with your child a common practice….
New Parent’s Guide: Baby’s Developmental Milestones You Should Know
byFirst smile, first roll over, first crawl, first laugh, first tooth, first word, first steps! Oh, so many amazing and exciting firsts that your…
Prepare These 28 Essentials for Your Before and After Labour
byWith all the preparations made at home to celebrate your newborn, how about for the labour? Before and after you have given birth, there…