Calorie Counting: Healthy Habit or a Recipe for Disaster?
byThere are so many health and diet tips out there for how to maintain your figure, lose those stubborn pounds and stay fit and…
Physical & Mental Wellbeing
While being pregnant there are tons of things you have to think and consider. It is not easy both physically and mentally. It is hard for you to do things at your own pace as you carrying a bundle of joy inside you. We got the tips and tricks on everything physical and mental wellbeing so you can take care of yourself better while on your pregnancy.
Spouse Vs Parent: Whose Advice Matters More?
byMalaysia is a conservative country despite all the social progress we’ve made. Many of us are raised to follow customs, respect the status quo…
Top New Year’s Resolutions You Can Make as a Parent
byOh no, it’s that time of the year again. Everywhere you look is an ad for a new weight loss program. That one relative…
How to Prepare for the New Year
byAnother year has passed and it’s time to make plans for the future! While not necessarily associated with making those dreaded resolutions, there’s a…
Holiday Horrors: Why Kids May Misbehave More During The Holidays and What You Can Do
byNothing kills the holiday mood faster than a screaming, crying child. But what exactly is it about holidays and celebrations that make kids go…
Sleep Is Not Enough: Here Are 7 Types of Rest That Your Body Needs
byWhen we think about the word ‘rest’, our minds tend to immediately think of sleep or relaxation. Or simply ceasing all movement and activity…
Confinement at Home: Is It Really Worth the Stress?
byLots have been said about the journey of pregnancy and the process of giving birth—always nail-biting and gripping. Indeed, the pre-and post-delivery period is…
The Shocking Truth About Pregnancy and Antidepressants You Must Know
byAs Malaysia is slowly starting to be more accepting of mental healthcare and the importance of medication, particularly antidepressants, more and more people have…
Mummy Shares: What Being a New Mum and an Entrepreneur Taught Me
byBefore becoming a mother, I was an entrepreneur who ran a variety of businesses. From F&B to trading and freelancing, I’ve learned a vast…
Mums’ Mental Health: What Are the Most Common Disorders and How to Handle Them
byMore often than not mums always put their family’s needs over their own, neglecting their physical and mental health. This is because mothers tend…
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…
Raise Your Kids Right with These 6 Ultimate Parenting Hacks
byThere are thousands of parenting books currently in the market, and billions more sold each year. A phenomenon that reflects just how anxious adults…
Spa in KL: Pamper Yourself with a Relaxing Getaway at Our Top 5 Stress Melters
byIt’s been a long day. You’ve dealt with the kids, worked all day, and now you just want to relax. However, you know watching…
This or That: Veganism Vs Vegetarianism
byWhile often lumped together, veganism and vegetarianism are two different kinds of plant-based diets. People adopt plant-based diets for many reasons; often ethical or…
Naturalle Tini Fish Oil: Maximum Nutrition in an Itty-Bitty Package
byFish oil is full of health benefits. It can help improve the health of your skin, heart, eyes and brain. It helps fight inflammation,…
Daddy Talks: Why Some Men Seem Oblivious to a Woman’s Sexual Desire
bySex. It’s something us Asians may rarely talk about, and also the very same thing that is responsible for the continued existence of the…
My Unborn Baby Has Down Syndrome: What Do I Do?
byDown syndrome is rare congenital disorder that affects one in 800 babies. Even to date, scientists have a hard time what exactly causes this…
8 Tried and Tested Ways to Get Around Constipation During Pregnancy
byMorning sickness and tender breasts are some of the commonest signs of pregnancy. But did you know that constipation is also one of the…
Shedding Light on Mental Health in Malaysia: Expectation Vs Reality
byThere has been a recent surge of interest in mental health in Malaysia over the past decade. You won’t have to search that far…
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…
Ladies, Keep Alert on These Subtle Signs of Breast Cancer to Watch Out for
byNo one wants to have the “cancer talk”. It’s tragic, depressing and hopeless. But it’s a talk that we must have regardless. When it…
Don’t Let This One Habit Stop You from Enjoying Motherhood, Mums
byWe all have that little voice in our heads. The one that constantly criticises us for small mistakes, the one that laughs at our…
Mummy Shares: My Story of Overcoming Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression
byBaby blues and postpartum depression are still taboo topics in Malaysia. If you’re one of the new mums experiencing them, it must be very…
10 Trendy Places Offering High Tea in Penang
byHigh tea became a popular British tradition in the 19th century. It was invented not to replace dinner, but to fill in the long…
10 Fun Pet Cafes to Stop by in the Klang Valley
byPet cafe is a relatively new concept in Malaysia. It has only been around for under a decade, but it is definitely picking up…
Top 6 Cat Cafes in the Klang Valley to Visit
byPlaying with cats can instantly lift someone’s mood; as long as they aren’t scared of felines, of course. A cat cafe can be a…
Make Life Easier with These 6 High Tea Set Delivery Services in Kuala Lumpur
byFancy a cuppa but not able to make it to a nearby high tea place? Why not try out high tea set delivery service?…
Can’t Decide Between Breakfast or Lunch? Fret Not, Check Out These Popular Spots for Brunch in KL
byHaving brunch with friends and family has become a favourite pastime for a lot of people. This is especially true on weekends, where people…
Fancy A Cuppa? Head Over to These Places Offering High Tea in KL
byThe tradition of having tea in the afternoon is often referred to as high tea or afternoon tea. Though somewhat different, they are often…
Mums, Could You Be Depressed? Here are the Warning Signs
byThe ongoing misconception about depression is that it’s just feeling “a little sad”. But for those who actual struggle with this disorder, dealing with…
Prenatal Fitness 101: Third Trimester Exercises Dos and Don’ts
byIf you have been keeping up with your physical fitness before or early into your pregnancy, it’s generally safe for you to proceed with…
What Women Want: How I Realised the Significance of Checking for Breast Lumps
byFinding breast lumps is every woman’s worst nightmare, but some still disregard the precautionary measure. I’m not only referring to others, but also to…
Mummy Shares: 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…
Breast Cancer Welfare Association: Giving Hope in Darkest Times
byBreast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting Malaysian women. 1 in 19 women in the country are at risk of developing…
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,…
Healing Cancer with Food: Is it Possible? Here’s the Truth.
byCancer. A word that sends chills up the spine. Something you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy. And yet, the numbers don’t lie. More…
Cervical Cancer: Gynaecologist Shares Insights on This Silent Killer
byFor those unfamiliar with the disease, cervical cancer is one of the five most common gynaecological cancers that affect women. There needs to be…
Daddy Talks: What Do Men Really Think About Earning Less Than Their Partners
byThe gender pay gap has always been a bit of a touchy subject. We have been led to believe that women earn significantly less…
Defying the Odds: Celebrity Chef Ili Sulaiman Shares Her PCOS Survival Guide
byPolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 out of 10 Malaysian women who are in their childbearing years. It is an incurable disorder that typically…
Lactation Specialist Answers Your Most Burning Questions About Breastfeeding
byBreastfeeding is one of the first maternal duties for many mothers after childbirth. It is an intimate and important activity for both parent and…
My PCOS I Love You: Sharing Stories, Breaking Barriers
byPolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a gynaecological disorder that disrupts a woman’s reproductive health. Those who have it experience debilitating hormonal changes that affect…
Daddy Talks: Why Do Guys Never Put the Toilet Seat Back Down?
byMen are such curious creatures. They have puzzled women, wives and the female species, for centuries. But you probably don’t truly realise how weird…
Labour to Rest: How to Prepare for a Peaceful Confinement
byFor many parents, we tend to relegate ourselves to the backseat when the baby arrives. Everything we do or spend on henceforth is for…
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…
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…
Young Mum Ilham Amani Shares Her Breastfeeding Wisdom
byMotherhood is such an intimate, personal journey. It’s full of tender moments and trying times. For young mum Ilham Amani, sharing her motherhood story…
This or That: Breast Milk Boosters (Pharmaceutical Vs Natural)
byNursing mothers who have trouble with breastfeeding will probably know all about ‘milk-boosters’ or ‘lactation supplements’. Scientifically known as ‘galactagogues’ (from the Greek word…
Mummy Shares: Discovering If I Have a Threenager and Surviving This Stage
byDo you have a child who just turned three and has started acting out in ways you’ve never seen before? I am currently experiencing…
Mummy Shares: Overcoming Breastfeeding Difficulties as a New Mum
byBreastfeeding is a wonderful experience that most mothers look forward to after giving birth. It was also my dream to be able to nurse…