How to Talk to Your Kids About War
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Boy Falls Out of Car, Miraculously Survives After Being Hit by Two Cars
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Doctor Explains Why You Must Never Flush with the Toilet Cover Open
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Protect Your Family from Influenza This Flu Season
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Expert Shares on Coping with Breast Cancer Emotionally
byCancer does not only come with physical side effects. There are also emotional ones. While not technically symptoms, the emotional toll that cancer can…
Disease X, Hypothetical Next Pandemic: All You Need to Know
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Why You Shouldn’t Give Marshmallows to Young Kids
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The Rise of Malaria in Malaysia: All You Need to Know
byThere has been a spike in the number of malaria cases in several parts of Malaysia this year. The Star reported the number of…
Topical Steroids Use in Kids: Pharmacist Shares Expert Advice
byIf your child has ever experienced any skin problems, their doctor may have prescribed them a steroid cream. When used properly, steroid creams can…
Baby First Aid Experts Advise Parents to Hide Bath Plugs
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Overcome Pregnancy Constipation: 5 Proven Tips for Expectant Mums
byNavigating through the unexpected hurdles of pregnancy, many pregnant women stumble upon constipation. Despite sounding slightly comical, it often leads to abdominal pain and…
Why You Shouldn’t Give Babies Water
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How to Handle the Haze with Kids
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Study Says Blue Light May Cause Early Puberty
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Helium Balloons: When Fun Turns Deadly
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Breast Cancer Warning Signs That All Women Should Be Aware Of
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Healthy Alternatives to Everyday Snacks
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Food Wastage and Its Impact on Your Finances
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How to Help Kids Understand the Basics of Health Literacy
byHealth literacy is one of the most significant types of literacy that children will be exposed to throughout their lives. The U.S. Department of…
Easy and Fun Yoga Poses for Kids
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Pharmacist Shares on How to Choose Cough Treatments for Kids
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‘Lala Bop’: How to Keep Your Kids Safe from This Damaging Trend
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Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of PCOS in Adolescents
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Group Games for Kids: 20 Fun and Engaging Activities
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Mummy Shares: Dressing Up and Photographing My Baby for Malaysia Day
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12 Dos and Don’ts of the Cry It Out Method
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Inhaling Danger: Long-Term Effects of Second-Hand Smoke on Children
bySmoking is not just a bad habit. It’s a dangerous addiction hat not only has grave consequences to the smoker but also to everyone…
Here’s Why You Can’t Lose Your Belly Fat
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Mummy Shares: How I Am Getting My Kids Excited for Malaysia Day
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Is Weightlifting the Anti-Aging Regimen You Need? TikTok Doctor Explains
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Daddy Talks: Activities in Melaka My Kids Love and Yours Will Too
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Couples Are Embracing ‘Sleep Divorce’, Here’s Why It Can Save Your Marriage
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Expert Secrets: How to Unlock Effective Milk Transfer in Breastfeeding
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Tips for Working Mums: Keeping Your Routine On Track
byWorking mums have their work cut out for them. Between their careers, their families and their domestic chores, there’s not much room for error….
Deaths Due to Nursing Pillows: A Cautionary Tale
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Everything Parents Need to Know About Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
byPertussis, or most commonly known as whooping cough is a widespread infection of the respiratory disease. This infection mainly affects babies younger than six…
Safer Pregnancies: Health Ministry Launches Whooping Cough Vaccine
byBy next year, pregnant women all over the country will receive the Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis) vaccine. It’s an initiative by the…
Flashcard Frenzy: 15 Engaging Games for Your Little Ones
byIn the realm of early childhood education, flashcards often sit inconspicuously on shelves, seemingly too simplistic to make a significance. Compact and unpretentious, they…
Malaysian Myths and Stories to Tell Your Child
byMalaysia is a rich source of culture, tradition, and of course myth. Our storytellers have woven countless fables and fairy tales. Mythical creatures, legendary…
Cancer Cure-All in the Works, Clinical Trials to Begin Soon
byDubbed a ‘holy grail’ breakthrough in cancer research, the latest cancer-killing drug, AOH 1996 could be the key to humanity’s salvation. Scientists reveal that…
Household Chores: At What Age Should Children Start Pitching In
byAssigning chores is a great way to teach responsibility to children. It teaches them the value of contributing to a household, as well as…
Roblox: Is It Actually Safe for Your Kids?
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‘Skibidi Toilet’ Syndrome: How to Protect Your Kids
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How to Help Your Spouse Finally Quit Smoking
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20 Fun Balloon Games For Kids This Weekend
byBalloon games are a quintessential part of kids’ fun, especially at birthday parties. Malaysian parents, constantly seeking exciting activities for kids, will find these…
Viral Crib Hack: Mortician Mummy Points Out Dangers
byA crib hack has gone viral on TikTok recently, showing a mum putting a tent over her son’s crib. As parents, we know that toddlers…
Lactation Guru Breaks Breastfeeding Mental Blocks with Expert Advice
byAs most first-time mums know all too well, expectation rarely lines up perfectly with reality. On the topic of breastfeeding, even veteran mums may…