What To Do When Facing Postpartum Depression
by / 240 readsGoing through depression is never easy on anyone, especially if you have other responsibilities. Having a strong support system is essential in recovering from…
Pregnancy & Birth
Pregnancy and birth are one of the most wonderful processes for most mothers. Both pregnancy and birth are as ordinary as how we are breathing, thinking, or even loving. No matter how hard it is for a mother (and also the father), the journey is worthwhile. This is where you can get all the whys, whats, hows and etc of both pregnancy and birth. Not to mention, we have interesting birth stories and real moms share their pregnancy and birth journey as well!
Hepatitis, Pregnancy and Newborns
by / 1495 readsOur liver is one of the most important organs we have as it fights infections, filters the blood and processes nutrients. Many people know…
Labour Techniques And Helpful Tips To Ensure A Smooth Delivery
by / 996 readsGiving birth is known to be one of the most painful experiences a woman may ever face in her life. Labour pain has been…
The Benefits of Using A Nursing Pillow And How to Choose the Right One
by / 1298 readsWhen it comes to nursing, the most common things that we need (and people often buy) are breast pads, nursing covers, nursing bras, breast…
AskMeDoctor! Season 2, Episode 10 – 7 Key Nutrients For Pregnant Women
by / 1422 readsPrenatal care is the health care that a woman receives during pregnancy. Doing early and regular checkups is very important for you to make…
Easy (Well, Almost) Ways To Embrace Your Postpartum Body
by / 1488 readsHere’s one of the most troublesome concerns for all pregnant women after delivery: How can I bounce back from my postpartum body after delivery?…
Red Dates Longan Tea for Confinement
by / 3114 readsA mother who has just given birth needs the best nutrition for her quick and complete recovery. One of the most common drinks recommended…
AskMeDoctor! Season 2 Episode 7: What You Need To Know About Gestational Diabetes
by / 2644 readsFor pregnant mothers, gestational diabetes is one of the pregnancy complications that they should be worried about as it would affect both mother and…
Tentang Bulan Actor Nik Adruce Is Celebrating Father’s Day This Year!
by / 2448 readsOne week into being parents, the well-known actor, Nik Adruce, from “Tentang Bulan” (Abu/Bulat) together with his wife, Syafiqah Sofian, share the journey of…
Hospital Bag Checklist That Every Expecting Parents Should Prepare!
by / 1184 readsHave I already packed all the essentials or are there more? I’m not sure either this small towel is necessary or not. Mums-to-be are…
Maintain Your Ideal Weight During Pregnancy With These Simple Tips!
by / 922 readsMany pregnant women relish the opportunity to indulge their sweet tooth or indulge in high-calorie comfort foods. Some pregnant women feel that they must…
Your Changing Body During Pregnancy: Why & How Do They Happen?
by / 608 readsDuring the nine months of pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes various changes. Some of these physical changes are apparent, such as weight gain and…
Malaysian Couples Share Their Thoughts on Sex & Pregnancy
by / 8029 readsSex promotes intimacy and makes us feel closer to each other. According to a study reported in the journal Psychological Science, couples who reported a…
Managing Major Sugar Cravings During Pregnancy
by / 28996 readsYou are early into your pregnancy and suddenly cannot resist the urge to devour a slab of white bread, thickly smeared with peanut butter…
Treat Yourself Like A Queen! This Is How Mums-to-Be Can Pamper Yourself During Pregnancy
by / 1640 readsMorning sickness, aching body, changes to your physical and mental well-being; all of these can dispirit you and make your pregnancy journey unpleasant. What…
All The Things That You Should Expect After a Miscarriage
by / 19934 readsMiscarriage is never a piece of happy news, but it is a common pregnancy outcome that can be caused by many factors. Though it…
OB-GYN Answers All Your Questions about Preeclampsia
by / 10784 readsPreeclampsia is one of the most common pregnancy complications that is characterised by high blood pressure, protein in their urine, and swelling in their…
Foods That You Should (Definitely!) Eat During Postpartum
by / 2592 readsLosing weight right after giving birth to your precious baby is not exactly the ideal way of staying healthy. During confinement or postpartum, it…
The Baby Is Coming! – Signs Of Approaching Labour
by / 4620 readsDo you feel anxious waiting for your precious one? Learn to identify the first signs of approaching labour, which suggest that your little one…
5 Common Discomforts and Harmless Pregnancy Pains That Expecting Mothers Should Know
by / 5064 readsPregnancy is definitely not an easy journey for mothers. Every pregnancy is a different experience for every mother, especially their first one. When it…
5 Old Wives’ Tales About Pregnancy: Should You Believe Them?
by / 26155 readsPregnancy is undeniably a woman’s most glorious, exciting, and cherished moment. Interestingly enough, it also often invites a set of comments or opinions in…
7 Must-Have Gadgets And Items To Ease Your Pregnancy Journey
by / 1197 readsI believe that one of the many things that expecting mothers would wish for is to have a ‘pregnancy kit’ that can help to…
Is Gestational Diabetes A Big Deal And How Can It Hurt My Baby?
by / 1620 readsGenerally, diabetes is one of the most major health concerns in Malaysia. However, for pregnant mummies, you may have heard of gestational diabetes. But,…
Why Do You Neeed to Take Folic Acid 3 Months Before a Pregnancy? Here Is the Reason Why
by / 5143 readsIt is normal for married couples to want children. Kids will make your home brighter with their cheerful laughs. But of course, before having…
C-Section Recovery – All You Need to Know About the Scars, Proper After-care & Nutrients
by / 21952 readsAlmost all expecting mothers prefer to give birth normally, but due to certain circumstances, it is typically recommended for them to give birth via…
Expert Reveals What Soy Milk Can Really Do To Your Body
by / 34242 readsIf you are asking yourself, “I am a soy milk lover, but is it OK if I take the same amount of soy milk…
All That Mummies Need To Know About Pregnancy Induced Hypertension
by / 950 readsThroughout your pregnancy, you have to maintain a good general health’s status as any abnormalities or complications might endanger your life and the baby….
“Urgh, get it off my face!” | The Proper Ways to Treat Your Pregnancy Acne
by / 1232 readsAre you worried about your zits, Mummies? For expecting mothers, pregnancy acne is a skin rash, likely caused by changes in hormones. During pregnancy,…
Postpartum Depression: The ‘Otherhood’ of Motherhood & Where You Can Seek Help
by / 2019 readsAs I read about Ms Tay Mei Mei, a 35-year-old Singaporean mom who fell from her apartment and died with her five-month-old baby last…
Should Maternal Milk Be On Your Watch List? We Debunk Some Popular Pregnancy Myths
by / 33749 readsThe first few moments after she found out she was pregnant was surreal. After trying for a little more than two years, Geeny was…
Am I Pregnant? – 10 Pregnancy Symptoms To Look Out For
by / 4090 readsTo have a baby of your own is such a blessing from God. Some women have it easy while some did not. For those…
“I didn’t know I was pregnant!” | Cryptic Pregnancy Can Happen to Anyone
by / 1668 readsHave you ever heard the story of a Malaysian artist who did not know that she was pregnant until she was in her 7th…
Giving Birth in the New Norm | 5 Important Things Malaysian Mums-to-Be Should Know
by / 2387 readsThe hit of COVID-19 has changed our routine. With the increasing number of cases these days, it just shows that we cannot let our…
Mooove Over Cow’s Milk: Expectant Mums Now Have A New Favourite
by / 32236 readsNutrition, nutrition, and more nutrition! That is what’s most important when you are pregnant, because honey, you are growing a baby in your womb!…
“I AM PREGNANT!” | Malaysian Mothers Share Their Unforgettable Pregnancy Announcements With Their Loved Ones (And Clearblue!)
by / 1732 readsCongratulations mummies and daddies on the arrival of your bundle of joy! Did you just find out about it or are you already counting…
Third Trimester: 40 Weeks Pregnant!
by / 20 readsYou have arrived at your final stop. Finally, the big day has arrived: you are 40 weeks pregnant. You should have given birth by…
Top 10 Superfoods & The Health Benefits for Pregnant Mummies
by / 873 readsEven on normal days, we really love to munch and keep on bringing food into our mouth. Hence, it is no doubt that most…
Third Trimester: 39 Weeks Pregnant
by / 17 readsYou are finally in your 39 weeks, which means you may give birth to your baby any time now! But before that, let’s see…
Third Trimester: 38 Weeks Pregnant
by / 18 readsTHIRTY-EIGHT weeks pregnant? Oh my, how fast time flies. It feels like it just yesterday that the doctor told you that you are going…
AskMeDoctor! Ep10 – What are the Common Causes of Miscarriage?
by / 867 readsEarly pregnancy loss can be heartbreaking and affect the woman both emotionally and physically. A miscarriage happens for a variety of medical reasons –…
The Essential Things That Expecting Mother Needs To Know Regarding Water Birthing
by / 1045 readsThe topic of water labour may not be that common in Malaysia. Many Malaysians women still prefer the traditional way of giving birth rather…
Top 10 Foods (That Are Best) to Avoid Towards A Safe and Healthy Pregnancy
by / 1358 readsPregnancy comes with huge responsibilities for mothers because basically you’re carrying another human being in your body. As a mother, you need to ensure…
Third Trimester: 37 Weeks Pregnant
by / 43 readsThe day is around the corner, three more weeks to go where you are now 37 weeks pregnant. How do you feel Mummies? Super…
The Importance Of A Balanced Diet During Pregnancy
by / 30486 readsWe all know that having a balanced diet on a daily basis is important. However, the moment you fall pregnant, there is an added…
Third Trimester: 36 Weeks Pregnant
by / 36 readsWhat? One month left? Oh my goodness, I am sure you cannot believe this; time did travel so fast. Here are what you and…
Mummies, Let’s Get Moving: Staying Fit During And After Pregnancy
by / 27658 readsExpectant mummies, how are we getting along so far? If you’ve been following many of our articles and tips shared here on Motherhood Story,…
Mums With Mums – Busting Breastfeeding Myths Together
by / 17110 readsIt’s World Breastfeeding Week 2020, Mums! August 1–7, 2020 occasioned the celebration of the 28th World Breastfeeding Week (WBW). This week-long annual initiative started…
Dear Mothers, If You Are Struggling From Breastfeeding Now, Read This.
by / 1541 readsAs mothers, we always want to give the best to our babies. Guess what, breastfeeding is the best natural gift you can give your…
4 Things You Think Wrongly About Breastfeeding
by / 2383 readsBreastfeeding can either be a wonderful experience or a nightmare to a first-time mother. Picture this. As you are near to your labour and…