How to Know Your Magic Number for Breastfeeding and Pumping
byDid you know that there is a magic number for your milk supply? Dr Shirley Chan-Ramirez, a concierge paediatrician said that the magic number…
Did you know that there is a magic number for your milk supply? Dr Shirley Chan-Ramirez, a concierge paediatrician said that the magic number…
Ah, the bliss of finally having your little one in your arms! But along with the joy, the postpartum period comes with a flurry…
For some mothers, breastfeeding may be a walk in the park. But for others, it may be a steep learning curve fraught with trial…
Mothers have nourished their young with their bodies since the beginning of humanity. It’s always been instinctual and natural. But as time goes by,…
Eating a balanced diet and trying some healthy breastfeeding recipes for breastfeeding mothers is the best strategy to get optimal nutrition and maintain good…
In honour of International Breastfeeding Awareness Month, Nuren Group, Malaysia’s foremost motherhood platform, aims to collect one thousand pledges in support of breastfeeding. This…
Juggling a 9 to 5 while you’re nursing can seem like an uphill battle. Between work responsibilities and making sure your baby is well-fed,…
As a stay-at-home dad in Malaysia, I have journeyed through the ups and downs of supporting my partner during breastfeeding. This role often goes…
New mums or those who just gave birth need extra calories and nutrients while breastfeeding to ensure that they are producing enough milk to…
Breastfeeding may be a one-woman job, but it takes a village to ensure smooth sailing. In this modern world with modern problems, mothers don’t…
Combination feeding, also known as mixed feeding, refers to the practice of both breastfeeding and using formula to feed your baby. In some cases,…
There is no denying the powers of breastfeeding. The magic goes far beyond the milk. The natural mother-child bonding that occurs is what gives…
Mums, it’s OKAY if you are struggling to increase your breast milk supply. It is normal and you don’t have to keep on worrying…
Breastfeeding requires a lot of energy and ‘fuel’ to produce the best of the best breast milk. However, not all mums managed to produce…
Chicken is very nutritious for postpartum mummies as it is packed with protein, minerals, and vitamins. You may try lean chicken because it is…
Nothing is better than eating a bowl of hot and nutritious soup after welcoming your newborn into this world. New mummies need to eat…
It is practically every mother’s dream to be able to breastfeed their newborn babies immediately after giving birth. However, there will be times when…
If you’re a mother with a newborn, chances are that you’ll be breastfeeding your precious little one. It can be a bit daunting, especially…
Breastfeeding is one of the first maternal duties for many mothers after childbirth. It is an intimate and important activity for both parent and…
You’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…
For us mums, every breastfeeding experience is unique. The duration of breastfeeding also differs from one mother to the next. We’ve all probably heard…
The sensation of being able to breastfeed my baby is out of this world. I just love the expression on my baby’s face during…
Motherhood is such an intimate, personal journey. It’s full of tender moments and trying times. For young mum Ilham Amani, sharing her motherhood story…
Nursing mothers who have trouble with breastfeeding will probably know all about ‘milk-boosters’ or ‘lactation supplements’. Scientifically known as ‘galactagogues’ (from the Greek word…
Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience that most mothers look forward to after giving birth. It was also my dream to be able to nurse…
Mother’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 has always been exclusively used to feed babies. Any other uses besides this might be considered taboo or even sacrilegious, depending on…
A newborn needs to feed approximately every 2 to 4 hours. As babies grow at an exponential rate, they need their elixir of life…
First time mothers know all too well the struggles of nursing their newborn. In fact, even experienced mums may have trouble with breastfeeding from…
Caring 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…
Have you ever wondered why your breast milk smells or tastes a certain way, especially after eating something unusual? Most of the time, it’s…
Just when you there can’t possibly be more good reasons to opt for breast milk instead of formula, recent studies have found that breastfed…
Things can get pretty overwhelming for first-time parents, especially when it comes to picking out the things their baby needs. Diapers, clothes, car seats,…
If you are breastfeeding, should you fast during the upcoming month of Ramadan? This is a question on many mums’ minds and there really…
We last covered on which medicinal herbs are safe for your postpartum body and which should be avoided. Today, we are going to explore…
Previously, we covered on which beverages are safe for you to consume after childbirth and which should be avoided. Now, it is time to…
Earlier, we covered which herbs are safe and unsafe to consume during confinement. Now, it is time to discover about dairy products! Calcium consumption…
Congrats! It might seem hard to believe, but here you are now to tick off the twelve-month-old developmental milestones. This simply means that your…
Does it seem like your baby is growing up too fast to already reach his eleven-month-old developmental milestones? While having mixed emotions about the…
A lot more big growth to anticipate in the ten-month-old developmental milestones! As your little one is now ten months old, you will be…
The transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
It’s finally the ninth month! You are now in the third quarter of your baby’s first year and more exciting developments are here awaiting…
Congrats, 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…
As all babies grow at their own pace, this eight-month-old developmental milestones is here to serve as a rough guide. Thus, do not be…
As expectant mothers, we would be happily shopping for baby necessities way before the labour. However, have you ever thought of the breastfeeding essentials…
Are you one of the expectant mums who are looking for breastfeeding tips that really work? Not just some advertisements that only aim to…
What is the hardest part of breastfeeding? How about the easier sides of breastfeeding? As the society in general holds more negative perceptions about…
Are you still looking for YOUR reasons to breastfeed despite so much reading on the internet? Or are you still having any concerns about…
When it comes to nursing, the most common things that we need (and people often buy) are breast pads, nursing covers, nursing bras, breast…