What to Do If Your Child Below 5 Years Contracts COVID-19
byFirst, it was a fever and watery stool—not a good sign. Then, comes the fussing and crying because of uneasiness. You start to get…
COVID-19
In light of the of the COVID-19 pandemic, Motherhood brings you a special category to feature informational articles such as online grocery stores and services where you can just shop online, fun activities to do at home with your little one, and how to ‘survive’ with your spouse and the entire family throughout this Movement Control Order (MCO) period.
One thing to keep in mind – Malaysians, please #StayAtHomeStaySafe. Please adhere to all rules and regulations, and advises from the government to. To the frontliners, THANK YOU SO MUCH for your sacrifices – your are truly the superheroes of COVID-19. To others, be patient and stay at home. Together, we can do this!
Breast Milk: The Best Protection in the Age of COVID-19
byJust when you there can’t possibly be more good reasons to opt for breast milk instead of formula, recent studies have found that breastfed…
5 Truths Behind Alcohol-Based Sanitisers That May Shock You
byDo you want to know the secret to keeping your children safe from the very thing that’s supposed to protect them? Even as people…
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…
Doctor Shares Insights on COVID-19 Vaccination for the Young
bySome recent developments in the COVID-19 situation amongst the younger generation has stirred a little more worry in parents. Along with rising reported cases…
Safety Reminders As Your Children Resume School During COVID Season
byWho’s guilty of being anxious knowing that the kids must return to school face-to-face this year? Well, you’re not alone. Many parents may be…
Tips for the Anxious Parent of School Returning Children in the New Normal
byCOVID-19 is still at large, but life goes on, for better or worse. Most of us have been armed with multiple vaccine doses. Our…
Wondering About COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Ages 5 to 11? Read On.
byWho would have thought two years ago that a global pandemic would break out, wreaking havoc around the globe and leading to the development…
The Importance of Childhood Vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination
byThe topic of childhood vaccination has been much talked about, especially in recent times. Now, it’s an even more crucial topic for parents as…
Christmas 2021 SOPs to Keep in Mind This Holiday Season
by2021 has been one heck of a year, so it’s nice to finally have something to look forward to know that it’s finally ending….
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 15 – Vaccines for Young Children: What You Need to Know?
byRecently, the media has been talking a lot about COVID-19 vaccines for children and I believe this has led to a lot of anxiety…
MOH Paediatrician Shares Insight on COVID-19 Vaccination for Young Children
bySince the announcement by the Ministry of Health that children from age 5 to 11 are now eligible to register for COVID-19 vaccination, many…
In Times of COVID-19, Don’t Delay Your Child’s Immunisation Shots
byIt’s unfortunate that we are far from over the COVID-19 pandemic, very much so from its repercussions as well. The pandemic put a lot…
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 6 – Navigating Safe Pregnancy During a Pandemic
byPregnancy can sometimes be an uncertain and stressful period in the best of circumstances. But during a pandemic, that anxiety can quickly multiply and…
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 7: Nutrition and Immunity: Raising Healthy Kids During The Pandemic
byAs parents, we always wonder whether we have provided adequate nutrition for our kids. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is more worrying as…
How To Register for the Walk-In COVID-19 Booster Programme
byA press release was shared early today pertaining to the walk-in registration for the COVID-19 booster shots programme. It was released by ProtectHealth Corporation…
Get Ready To Walk-In for Your COVID-19 Booster Shots
byThe Health Ministry today has made the decision to allow walk-ins as an option for COVID-19 booster shots. Just yesterday evening, Health Minister Khairy…
Say Yes to Vaccinating Children Under 12 Next Year
byThe Ministry of Health (MOH) has announced that the administration of the Pfizer BioNtech COVID-19 vaccine for children under the age of 12 will…
Experts Stress the Importance of Children Second Dose COVID-19 Vaccination
byExperts today are saying teenagers receiving the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine must get the second jab. This is because a single dose is…
New Versions of COVID-19 Vaccines in WHO’s Top Consideration
byThe chief scientist to the World Health Organization said on Tuesday she looked forward to the “second generation” of COVID-19 vaccines. The vaccines included…
Malaysians Can Meet Loved Ones in Singapore Again Soon
byA Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) between Changi Airport and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) will be launching as soon as end of this month….
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 5 – Growing Up in a Pandemic: Impact on Children’s Development
byAs a parent, concerns involving our children growth is a top priority. With the sudden emergence of COVID-19 in our lives, our lifestyle as…
COVID-19: Think Twice if You’re Considering Ivermectin
byPreviously, proponents of Ivermectin were hopeful the drug may be considered in current COVID-19 treatments. However, come Wednesday (Oct 3), The Ministry of Health…
8 Tips for a Safe Deepavali During COVID-19
byThe Hindu Festival of Lights is fast approaching. And with more restrictions loosening by the day, it seems celebrations are on the way. Good…
Daily Essentials That Might Be Hiding the Coronavirus in Your Plain Sight
byWith the National Recovery Plan now in motion, Malaysia is now beginning to enjoy a drastic lax in interstate traveling restrictions and the reopening…
Doctor Shares Why Expectant Mums Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
byThe transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
AskMeDoctor! Season 3 Episode 4: Lockdown Fatigue and Mental Stress in Children
byAre you feeling emotionally down more frequently throughout the COVID-19 pandemic? While recognising our own emotions and distress, we should also pay more attention…
COVID-19: 1.2% Nationwide Vaccination Left Till Interstate Travel Allowed
byPrime Minister Ismail Sabri announced on last Sunday (Oct 3), the Malaysian state borders will reopen once our country reaches 90% herd immunity, which…
New COVID-19 Pill Can Halve Hospitalisation Risk
byNew COVID-19 pill molnupiravir is a groundbreaking drug which may aid patients globally. Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin verifies Malaysia is in heavy consideration to…
PPV Closure Updates Available in MySejahtera
byWord has been circulating all-around social media the past few days pertaining to the closure of major vaccine distribution centres (PPV) and they definitely…
COVID-19: Tighter SOPs for Schools Reopening on October 3
byThe Malaysian government has prepared a list of standard operating procedures (SOP) in regards to the reopening of schools on the 3rd of October…
COVID-19: BioNTech Declares Pfizer Jab Safe for Children
byOn the 20th of September 2021, BioNTech and Pfizer shared with the world groundbreaking news pertaining to their COVID-19 vaccination development milestones. Pfizer jabs…
Bridging the Postpartum Recovery Gap
byChildbirth has a significant impact on women’s lives, and while it is a joyous milestone for many, it can also be a terrifying experience…
7 Hidden Germs Thriving Spots at Home That You Never Knew Existed
byI need to be honest with you about my house: I clean it regularly, but I never really disinfect it until the outbreak of…
AIA Malaysia offers Free COVID-19 Hospital Income Cover for Children and Expecting Mothers
byAs the country continues its battle against COVID-19, AIA Malaysia wants to further extend its support to protect an increasingly vulnerable population – that…
1.5 Years Into the Pandemic, What Do Children Say About Their Lives?
byIt has been 1.5 years since we started staying home all the time. We want to hear from children on how they feel and…
AskMeDoctor! Season 2 Episode 17: Immunity in the New Normal
byPandemic disrupted our daily lives at home and at work. As we adjust our lives during COVID-19, we often thought about a new normal….
Salixium, Malaysian COVID-19 Self-test Kit: Here’s All You Need to Know
byMalaysia’s first developed COVID-19 fast antigen testing kit has arrived! The Salixium COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test by in vitro diagnostics rapid test kits producer…
Stay-at-Home Effects During the COVID-19 Pandemic
byHelp us by staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Go out only when necessary. Always wash or sanitise your hands. These principles, lockdowns…
AIRFREE Air Purifiers Can Help Destroy COVID-19 Virus
byAir purifiers that can kill coronavirus? Yes! Don’t worry, you didn’t misread. According to exclusive distributor F J Benjamin Holdings (FJB), AIRFREE® brand of air…
Special Rewards from Sunway Putra Mall For All Vaccine Recipients at WTC Kuala Lumpur
bySunway Putra Mall is supporting the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme which is also known as Program Imunisasi COVID-19 Kebangsaan (PICK) that is happening at…
Road to Recovery – Care after COVID-19
byFor patients that have recovered from COVID-19, it may seem like the worst of the virus is over–however it is wise for them to…
COVID-19 Numbers Dropping, But Still Keep Your Children Home At All Times
byParents should keep tabs on their children to make sure they aren’t seeing friends and neighbours, and ensure their children adhere to mask wearing…
Parents, be prepared for 10 days of home-based learning after Raya
byParents, be prepared to get back to home-based schooling for two weeks, after the school holidays in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri next month….
79 Schools Closed Due to COVID-19
byAbout 79 schools in Selangor have been instructed to close for two days after COVID-19 cases were reported. Selangor Education Department confirmed the schools will…
The Chain Of Contact For COVID-19 Infections
byIf you’ve been scratching your head wondering where you stand in the chain of COVID-19 infections, this chart should clear things up. So, how…
Schools With COVID Cases Ordered To Close For 2 Days
byFinally, a decision that makes more sense. Just in this morning, any school which has a confirmed case of COVID-19, even if it is…
Should A School Close If There Is A COVID case? Here’s The SOP
byBy now, someone in your child’s school might have contracted COVID-19. If not, someone’s child within your immediate circle of friends and relatives might…
Parents, Do Not Let Your Guard Down in the Fight Against COVID-19
byParents, load up on your child’s COVID-19 emergency pack items – wet wipes, sanitisers, tissues and extra face masks, as the numbers in schools…