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…
If 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…
There has been a recent surge of interest in mental health in Malaysia over the past decade. You won’t have to search that far…
Breast cancer kills thousands of Malaysian women every year, and the numbers are rising fast. Spreading awareness is becoming more important in this day…
You’ve heard the saying that “a child’s brain is like a sponge”, absorbing everything it can in the early years of life. This “absorbent…
After hearing about so many cases of dyslexia from people close to me, I am wondering what it is all about. There are no…
The Hindu Festival of Lights is an annual religious event observed by Hindus all over the world. It commemorates the triumph of Lord Krishna…
As much as we like to believe that every child is loved, fed, clothed and cared for, that is unfortunately not the case. Not…
Brace yourself as the following are not your usual pregnancy signs and symptoms that you may ever have heard of. The common ones like…
A baby bouncer is one of the most common items that parents provide for their little ones. Alternatively, it’s often called a bouncer chair…
If you haven’t explored Penang’s beauty, you might be surprised at what you find. Beautiful camping spots are excellent ways to spend a few…
No one wants to hear that their child is disabled. Yet probably one condition that flies under the radar more often than we’d like…
Would you like to take your kids camping but are concerned that they may have difficulties? Camping means sleeping on the ground to be…
Camping may not always be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Malaysia. But the country’s beautiful rainforests and stunning…
The hustle and bustle of city life is always a welcome respite when you plan a nature retreat with your family. However, you might…
Are your kids tired of their daily monotonous routine? How about some fresh air and a green environment for a change? Well, start packing…
No 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…
We all have that little voice in our heads. The one that constantly criticises us for small mistakes, the one that laughs at our…
Baby blues and postpartum depression are still taboo topics in Malaysia. If you’re one of the new mums experiencing them, it must be very…
The recent Budget 2023 announcement by the Malaysian government has revealed some exciting new benefits for families, children and of course, mums. As we…
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more people are after remote jobs. Many may feel that working full-time at the office just doesn’t…
Cancer. 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…
For those unfamiliar with the disease, cervical cancer is one of the five most common gynaecological cancers that affect women. There needs to be…
The gender pay gap has always been a bit of a touchy subject. We have been led to believe that women earn significantly less…
For a good while now, we’ve heard people describe themselves as either introvert, extroverts, or ambiverts. As the matter of fact, it’s no surprise…
Parenting isn’t just about learning new things and finding new ways to raise children; it also involves a whole lot of dilemmas when making…
Mummies, do you remember how badly we wanted to be on the other side of the cashier when we were kids? The sound of…
Baby blankets are one of those essentials you can’t afford to forego. Blankets look easy enough to buy. However, there are actually a lot…
The time has come once again for your kids to enjoy their school holidays! It’s important to take this opportunity to have fun with…
National Day is here again for 2022 and now is your chance to take advantage of this time to truly instil a patriotic spirit…
One of the joys of motherhood is reading poems for kids. The way they widen their eyes and coo along with the poems is…
National Day is not only a time of celebration, but also a time of reflection. We rejoice in our present privileges by honouring the…
Men are such curious creatures. They have puzzled women, wives and the female species, for centuries. But you probably don’t truly realise how weird…
Celebrating your toddler’s third birthday is certainly one of the highlights in the thirty-six-month-old developmental milestones. As he continues to explore the world around…
If you are now working your way through the thirty-five-month-old developmental milestones, your little one is just one month away from his third birthday….
By working through the thirty-month-old developmental milestones, your little one is now two and a half years old. Time really flies while we spend…
In the twenty-nine-month-old developmental milestones, you can look forward to the language leap in your little one. While expanding his vocabulary, he is capable…
You’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…
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…
Korean food has been making a mark in Malaysia ever since the early 2000s with the start of Korean wave or Hallyu. That’s why…
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…
An indoor playground in Klang Valley is a wonderful and safe way to provide some much-needed fun for your kids. It’s an opportunity for…
Raising a child with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) can be frustrating, exhausting and even seem impossible at times. Many parents may be at a…
The list of Malaysian celebrities is endless with those leaving lasting, nostalgic marks on us when they first graced the TV screen to this…
Have you ever craved for hotpot only to be let down at the hotpot restaurant you visited? It can be such a bummer if…
Gardening is a great hobby and one of the first questions you’ll need to ask is ‘Are there any plant nurseries near me?’ Having…
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…
As parents, you would want to start educating and imbuing your kids with moral values early on in life. One of the best ways…
Breast milk has always been exclusively used to feed babies. Any other uses besides this might be considered taboo or even sacrilegious, depending on…
Shopping for fish can be a challenge, as you have to know how to tell them apart. Knowing fish names in English will help….