Money-Smart Mama Episode 2: Teaching Kids to Save, Budget and Spend Money
byOur children certainly know how to spend their money on the toys they like and on the food they savour. However, do they know…
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According to some observation made, women are more prone to reading as we love to read and listen to stories. Hence the reasoning of women being the best listeners and storytellers. Read our blog for the best pregnancy stories, tips on being a mother throughout the whole trimesters, breastfeeding and many more just for mum!
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,…
The Pros and Cons of Renting Vs Buying a Family Home
byA home is necessary for any family, and providing a roof over everyone’s head is especially important when the family is growing. While some…
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…
First Year Toddler: Twenty-One-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byWhile tracking the twenty-one-month-old developmental milestones with your toddler, you will be amazed by his imaginative power in play and dreams. On top of…
First Year Toddler: Twenty-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byWhat can you first expect from your toddler as he reaches the twenty-month-old developmental milestones? He is going to exert more sense of independence…
Let’s Put An End to Five Period Myths
byCall it Aunt Flo, Sharks Week, datang bulan (The Time of The Month), dai yi ma (Big Aunty) and so on, women have been…
Mummy Shares: My Best and Worst Days as a Mum
byFrom the time you wake up to the time you go to bed, being a mum comes with a lot of responsibilities. I understand…
12 Legit Freelance Jobs for Mums to Earn Extra Cash
byWho says stay-at-home mums have limited options for earning money? With the digital space at our fingertips, a freelance career can be a way…
Confinement After Pregnancy: What’s True, What’s Not?
byCongratulations! Your baby is arriving soon! We will now need to prepare for the 28 days of confinement. You may have been told that…
5 Flowers to Gift Your Mum to Show You Care Besides Roses
byMother’s Month is not complete without chocolates, cards and, of course, flowers. Flowers are an inherently feminine aspect of Mother Earth. There is nothing…
Rainbow Mums: Honouring Women Who Have Experienced Pregnancy Loss
byBabies that are born after a miscarriage are often called miracle babies or rainbow babies. These babies come after a period of sadness and…
Recognising Adoptive Mothers: The Unsung Saviour of Unwanted Children
byAdoptive mothers are the unsung heroes of our community. These are the compassionate, selfless women who have taken it upon themselves to take in,…
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…
How to Honour Your Mum Every Day
byMothers are the heart and soul of a family. They carried you for nine months, endured hours of gruelling labour, and brought you into…
“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…
Ayda Jebat Recelebrates Mother’s Day Since Becoming a Mum
byMother’s Day was celebrated around the world earlier this month. It is a day to express our gratitude to our mothers. This is also…
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…
Why Every Day Should Be Mother’s Day
byA mother is irreplaceable. We only get one in this lifetime, but many of us tend to forget this. As we grow up, we…
Debunking Myths of the ‘Evil’ Stepmother
byFrom Cinderella to Snow White, from The Parent Trap to Ella Enchanted, stepmums have been dealt a bad rep since the inception of filmmaking….
Single Parenthood: When Mum Decides Divorce Is the Answer to a Better Future
byMany reasons contribute to divorce and single parenthood. According to a NST report, almost 80,000 marriages ended in divorce between March 2020 and August…
Ways to Embrace Mother’s Month as a Single Mum
byThe month of May is also known as Mother’s Month and is a time to celebrate all the mums of the world, in whatever…
An Exclusive with Kaka Azraff on Parenting and Hari Raya
byShortly before Hari Raya and Mother’s Day, Kaka Azraff took some time off her busy schedule to chat exclusively with Motherhood.com.my. The popular singer…
Journey Into Motherhood: 4 Mums Recall Their Feelings of Becoming a Mother
by“Motherhood is a choice you make every day, to put someone else’s happiness and well-being ahead of your own, to teach the hard lessons,…
Mother’s Day Malaysia: 5 Great Places to Celebrate
byIt’s that time of the year again when we celebrate all things wonderful about motherhood. It’s Mother’s Day 2022! Whether you’re planning an evening…
Celebrating Mother Figures on Mother’s Day
byMothers are our caretakers, protectors, and educators. They birthed us, fed us, and raised us. Their sacrifice simply cannot be repaid. Some people might…
8 International Flicks to Watch With Your Mum on Mother’s Day
byMovies are the bread and butter of human entertainment. They cure our boredom, soothe our sorrows, and even offer some well-needed wisdom every now…
Unconventional Gifts for Your Mum This Mother’s Day
byMother’s Day is fast approaching and you might be wondering what to buy for your mum. You can’t give her another card, and she’s…
Four Solutions for Sleep-Deprived Mums
byIf we were to ask if you would trade sleep for your child, the answer would a resounding ‘Yes’ for every parent, but that…
Shuhada Rahmat’s Style and Fashion Hacks for Hari Raya
byShuhada Rahmat stays true to her modest Islamic clothing. Additionally, she knows how to don her hijab in the coolest of styles! Born on…
7 Ideas to Squeeze in Some ‘Me Time’ for Busy Mums
byA special shout-out to all the superbusy mums out there! Whether you’re a working mum, a stay-at-home mum, or both, making time for yourself…
How to Be There for a Mum Who Has Lost a Child
byWe will all have to grieve the loss of a loved one in our lifetime. Just as our loved ones will grieve us when…
“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…
6 Good Reasons Why You Should Read to Your Child
byThere is no denying that reading can bring wholesome goodness into people’s lives. Reading allows people to learn and discover new things while also…
“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…
Dato’ Seri Siti Nurhaliza Gets Emotional in Message for Her Children
byDato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza is the pioneer of Malaysia’s music industry. Since she started her career more than 20 years ago, she is now…
Battling COVID-19 With a Baby on the Way
byIt is not unheard of for pregnant women to contract COVID-19, in fact it’s happened more than once in Malaysia. But Elpeni Ramli, lactation…
Eating Your Way to Health During Your Confinement Period
byThe idea of a confinement month after giving birth is nothing strange to Southeast Asian culture. Typically, the Chinese confinement month lasts 28 days….
98 Days Maternity Leave, 7 Days Paternity Leave, Here’s What Mums Think
byGood news for mums and dads! The Employment (Amendment) Bill 2021 which deals with maternity and paternity leaves, has been passed by Dewan Negara…
Cancer Surgeon Reveals the Things That You Should Know About Head & Neck Cancer, Especially During Pregnancy
byAccording to Cancer.Net, head and neck cancer is the term used to describe a number of different malignant tumours that develop in or around…
How to Make the Most of Ramadan’s Precious Minutes
byThe month of Ramadan is a time of prayer and purification. A time for reflecting on the hardship and tribulations of the less fortunate….
Top Sea Bass Recipes for Your Confinement
byGood news! New mummies may eat sea bass during their confinement period. But they do need to control their consumption of it. This fish…
How to Support a Child with Epilepsy
byEpilepsy is a neurological condition that presents itself as seizures, and it can either be inherited or developed later in life. The onset of…
Sazzy Falak’s Skincare Routine for Firmer, Smoother, Youthful Skin with Nutox
byBeing a mum is a rewarding experience; but it’s also a full-time job. You may sometimes forget to take care of yourself after spending…
Life of a City Mummy Turned Rockin’ Goat Farmer
byWhen it comes to goat farming, not everyone from big cities can do it quite like Lydia Jominin. Also known as Datin Kambeng (because…
How Kids and Mummies Fare in the First Week of School Reopening
bySchool reopened on 21 March, marking the start of a new term for the kids. Amidst the high number of COVID-19 cases, and after…
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…
5 Guaranteed Ways to Involve Your Children in Saving the Electricity Bills at Home
byIt is not just about money when it comes to educating our children on saving the electricity bills at home. It is also conserving…
How to Create An Inclusive Environment For Children With Down Syndrome
byAs parents, we always hope that our children are given equal opportunities and perks in education, workspace and in the society as a whole….