Ease Your Journey Towards Motherhood with Clearblue
byFor many prospective mothers, conceiving a child is a journey fraught with disappointments. But with Clearblue’s ovulation and pregnancy test kits now widely available,…
Conceiving
Is it your first time conceiving a baby? Wanting to know more about how, what, when of conceiving? Not to worry! We got you the best tips and tricks- even real stories for you to read. For the best tips and tricks on conceiving, stay up-to-date with this page!
Late Motherhood: Benefits of Having a Child Later in Life
bySociety has put an unreasonable amount of pressure on women to reproduce as soon as they reach childbearing age. In some cultures, girls may…
Bump-to-Baby 101: Best Antenatal Classes in Malaysia to Teach You All You Need to Know and More
byIf you are a soon-to-be mummy, you need an excellent Antenatal Class in Malaysia. Antenatal Classes provide information about pregnancy and childbirth. In addition,…
Breastfeeding Positions All Mums and Babies Can Benefit From
byIf 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…
First Trimester: 4 Weeks Pregnant – Growth Progress, Body Changes & Symptoms
byIt’s your 4th week of the first trimester, and your little bean is now growing. At this stage, your little bean is called a…
13 Strange Pregnancy Signs & Symptoms You Never Knew
byBrace yourself as the following are not your usual pregnancy signs and symptoms that you may ever have heard of. The common ones like…
What Women Want: 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…
Prenatal Fitness 101: Sustaining a Healthy First Trimester
byWe all know exercise is good for our general health—and it extends well beyond for pregnant mummies, no doubt. Take this study, for example,…
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…
AskMeDoctor! Clearblue Episode 03: Managing Mental Health for Couples Trying to Conceive
byThe journey to conceiving is not always easy, and sometimes it’s a tough mountain to climb. So, how do we take care of our…
Dr Amalina Bakri: Physician, Fashionista and Activist Shares her Joyful News
byFor many Malaysians, this public figure needs no introduction. Malaysian-born Nur Amalina Che Bakri first shot to fame in 2004 after receiving 17As in…
AskMeDoctor! Clearblue Episode 01: What to Expect When Going for Fertility Evaluation
byHaving a baby seems like one of the most natural things, and when you start seeing babies everywhere, the last thing you’d expect is…
Prospective Mothers and the Struggles They May Experience
bySome women are blessed with a healthy reproductive system; they can conceive at the first try if they wish. Others may not be so…
“When Are You Going To Have A Baby…” An Untold Story Of Love From A Malaysian Couple
by“You have been married for years, are you planning to have kids?” “Have you ever thought about starting a family?” “When are you planning…
Celebrating the Unconventional Malaysian Mums
byWhen we mention the word ‘mother’, most of us will immediately imagine a traditional maternal figure. Someone who has conceived, delivered and raised a…
“Your Turn Will Come…” An Untold Story Of Blessing From A Malaysian Couple
byWhile you might think that getting pregnant again would be fairly straightforward, it is not necessary for the journey of conceiving and pregnancy. Some…
“What If We Have Stopped Trying…” An Untold Story Of Persistence From A Malaysian Couple
byTo start a family, how far would you go for conception and pregnancy? Or rather, how long would you persist to materialize your dream…
Pregnancy & Epilepsy: What You Need to Know
byPurple Day is a grassroots event aiming at promoting global awareness of epilepsy, which affects more than 65 million people worldwide. In conjunction with…
Urologist Sheds Light on Kidney Cancer Among Pregnant and Breastfeeding Mothers
byThe kidney is an essential organ for us to function daily. Kidney functions include creating hormones that help control blood pressure and stimulate the…
What Is PCOS And Is It Common?
byHave you heard of the term Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)? I’ve only learned of this in recent years, and since I first heard of it,…
9 Bizarre Ways of Finding Out You’re Pregnant Before the Stick
byFor centuries, humans have attempted to develop a way of determining whether or not a woman is pregnant. Even when one could probably tell…
Can Women Feel Pregnant When They’re Not?
byDid you know that hormones can make you feel pregnant even when you are not so sure about it yourself? Your period is one…
A Step-by-Step Guide for Using Home Ovulation Test for First-Time Mums
byNow that you and your partner are planning to have a baby, what can you do to increase your chances of getting pregnant? It…
8 Ingenious Ways to Keep the Spark Alive When Trying to Conceive
byWhen you’re trying to conceive or maybe undergoing fertility treatment, it’s easy to feel like lovemaking is becoming a chore and making it hard…
Caring For Your Health After A Miscarriage
byOften, the utterance of the word ‘miscarriage’ is enough to make any mummy-to-be shudder. It is a most unfortunate and painful experience for any…
Exclusive Chat with Cardiologist on Cardiovascular Complications During Pregnancy
byMotherhood Story features a heart-to-heart talk with Dr. Tee Chee Hian, a Consultant Cardiologist & Internal Medicine at Sunway Medical Centre Velocity, about cardiovascular…
Top 10 Must-Haves for Any Pregnant Mum As Voted by Mothers
byAre you expecting or planning for a baby? Congrats! If you’re a new mum-to-be, you might feel a bit overwhelmed at times as there’s…
“My Mum Wanted Me To Be A Mum Too, But…” – A Heart-Warming Untold Story From A Malaysian Couple
byIt’s never an easy journey in motherhood, but it never stops us from embarking on the journey of conception. How am I so certain…
‘Don’t Try!’ – A Touching Untold Story From A Malaysian Couple
byAre you sure you have tried hard enough on conceiving a baby with your spouse? Just keep on trying, then I believe you will…
This Might Be the Reason You Are Experiencing Painful Penetration
byThis article has been medically reviewed by Dr. Azrai – Consultant in Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive UKM Medical Centre. Penetration has always been associated…
‘I thought there was really a baby in me,’ – A Malaysian Couple Disclosed Their Untold Story
byI couldn’t believe what the doctor told us. I cried for a long time, not knowing what to do or how to deal with…
Hepatitis, Pregnancy and Newborns
byOur liver is one of the most important organs we have as it fights infections, filters the blood and processes nutrients. Many people know…
Consultant Gynaecologist Dr Tan Ee Ping Explains the Psychology Behind Fertility Stress
byStress has been said to impact fertility. If you’re trying to get tips on getting pregnant, simply Google and you’ll find lots of advice…
Nothing Sexier Than Doing The Housework Together
byLet’s talk about what needs to happen before sex. Maybe it can even be categorised as pre-foreplay. Oooh yes, juicy indeed, because nothing is…
Finding Hope for a Baby When You Have PCOS
byWhen I was a teenager, I remember being very happy when I didn’t have to deal with my monthly period because I felt like…
Boost Your Fertility Care with these Angelic Supplements
byIf a couple did not conceive after one year of unprotected sexual intercourse, then it will be considered that they are having infertility issue. Infertility…
Malaysian Couples Share Their Thoughts on Sex & Pregnancy
bySex promotes intimacy and makes us feel closer to each other. According to a study reported in the journal Psychological Science, couples who reported a…
What Increase The Chances of Pregnant with Twins?
by“Aww, look at that cute twins,”. I believe most of us went like this when we saw a pair of baby twins. In Malaysia…
Am I Pregnant? – 10 Pregnancy Symptoms To Look Out For
byTo have a baby of your own is such a blessing from God. Some women have it easy while some did not. For those…
You’re Not Alone: Your Trying-To-Conceive Emotions Are Perfectly Normal
byAnxiety and frustration: those were the main things Janice remembers when she was trying to conceive her second child. Her biological clock was ticking…
“I didn’t know I was pregnant!” | Cryptic Pregnancy Can Happen to Anyone
byHave you ever heard the story of a Malaysian artist who did not know that she was pregnant until she was in her 7th…
Is It Risky To Conceive After 35 Years Old?
byHave you ever wondered what is the ideal age to get pregnant? If you are too young, your body might not have been fully…
You’re Not Alone When Baby Making: Here’s How To Keep Hubby’s “Swimmers” Swimming
byIt goes without saying that when planning to make a baby, hubby’s “swimmers” (or sperm) are very important. This is because they make up…
Thinking Of Having A Baby? Time To Decide If You Want To Work Or Stay Home After Giving Birth
byWhen motherhood comes a-knocking, this debate will inevitably arise: Return to work and continue with your career or take a break and stay home…
How to Have that ‘Let’s have a Baby’ Conversation with your Husband Tactfully
by“I’ve realised that I really want a baby. Like now. And I don’t know how to bring it up gently. I’ve tried talking a…
The Complete Guide to doing a Home Pregnancy Test
byIf you suspect that you may be pregnant, the only way you can be sure is to do a pregnancy test. Nowadays, home pregnancy…
AskMeDoctor! Episode 4, Part 2 – Fertility
byLet us continue with AskMeDoctor! Episode 4, Part 2 – on Fertility. Similar to the first part (menopause), we have Dr. Tan Cheng, an…
How Can A Woman with Irregular Menstrual Cycle Gets Pregnant?
byHaving irregular periods has become a common problem among women in this generation. In fact, 14 to 25% of women experience irregular cycles at…
Should You Try To Conceive in this Time of a Global Pandemic?
byWhat if you’ve had a late marriage and you are trying to conceive right away because there isn’t time left to beat your biological…