Mummy Shares: How It Feels to Go through Extended Breastfeeding
byFor us mums, every breastfeeding experience is unique. The duration of breastfeeding also differs from one mother to the next. We’ve all probably heard…
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…
Diaper rash is one of the most common skin conditions experienced by babies and newborns. It presents itself as inflamed spots or welts on…
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…
Imagine 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…
Psoriasis is a genetic disorder that causes itchy, red bumps to appear on the skin. It can be passed from parent to child and…
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…
Let’s face it. Dressing your baby for both comfort and style can be a challenge. Many brands don’t necessarily pay that much attention to…
It is never easy for a parent to learn that their child is ‘special’. The experience can be wrought with confusion, denial, despair and…
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,…
Fevers are common among children, but new parents can be extra anxious when it happens to their newborns. After all, babies are still small…
Shopping for trendy baby and child essentials may not necessarily lighten your wallet. And it can be a pleasant and entertaining activity with your…
Sleep 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…
Adoptive mothers are the unsung heroes of our community. These are the compassionate, selfless women who have taken it upon themselves to take in,…
If you are breastfeeding, should you fast during the upcoming month of Ramadan? This is a question on many mums’ minds and there really…
What 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…
Children’s habitual of tech gadgets are somewhat common these days. They are extremely attached to gadgets compared to traditional toys like dolls, building blocks,…
It is important to still follow the SOPs while we enter into a new kind of normal in facing this endemic. We would want…
Cats offer a spectacular and delightful companionship. Who doesn’t love an appropriate size of a warm, fuzzy (or fluffy?) four-legged feline? We all do,…
You’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…
Play is the work of children, they say. How true! Have you ever wondered that play is not all about fun and games for…
Celebrations and festivities abound this Christmas month as loved ones and close acquaintances are once again allowed to visit each other for gift-giving and…
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…
Your little one is here and you’re over the moon! A few weeks after your baby’s arrival, however, enduring prolonged sleep deprivation from having…
While ticking off the developmental milestones, one of our concerns as parents for our growing baby is certainly about baby teething. Thus, let’s discover…
The transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
For some, bath time with their toddlers is like a battle. A battle to get them in, a battle to get them clean and…
Many children of today are suffering from skin conditions, and many of us parents have no clue how these skin problems come about. Worse…
We all know that babies are dependent on tender loving care to develop a healthy attachment to their caregivers. Although bath time can be…
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…
Your baby is now reaching their 6-month-old developmental milestones. Suddenly, they feel less like a tiny infant and more like an active, curious companion….
I think we can all agree that most mothers are innately selfless. Prior to motherhood, many will take pride in their ability to care…
Are you concerned whether your children are on par with the developmental milestones? Or you are wondering about ways to get your children to…
As expectant mothers, we would be happily shopping for baby necessities way before the labour. However, have you ever thought of the breastfeeding essentials…
The moment finally arrives when your little one brightens up at the sprinkly pink doughnut between your fingers! At about four to six months…
If you are a parent with a baby or young child, you may find the act of co-sleeping with your child a common practice….
First smile, first roll over, first crawl, first laugh, first tooth, first word, first steps! Oh, so many amazing and exciting firsts that your…
Are you expecting your newborn happily and yet anxiously at the same time? We certainly understand you. Being a mother for the first time…
Are you one of the expectant mums who are looking for breastfeeding tips that really work? Not just some advertisements that only aim to…