The Importance Of Seeing A Doctor Upon Finding Out About Pregnancy
by / 1154 readsAfter the first birth, some mothers tend to gain more confidence and decide not to consult a gynaecologist immediately after finding out about their…
Pregnancy & Birth
The Risks Of Using The Intrauterine Device (IUD)
by / 7254 readsThe intrauterine device, otherwise known as the IUD, is one method of pregnancy prevention. It may be ideal in order to achieve prevention without…
An Emergency Key Hole Surgery at 26 Weeks, Baby Arrives Preterm, Almost Delivered In Car
by / 13292 readsFraught with complications, Linda Tay takes us on this turbulent and nail-biting journey of the birth of her first child. In her own words,…
The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Epidural Injections
by / 10082 readsThe epidural injection is known to be a pain reliever for women who wish to go through a painless delivery process. Mothers who are…
Not Enough Milk While Breastfeeding? Ginger Could Be The Solution!
by / 4220 readsWe all know that ginger is a powerful herb or spice with many proven health benefits. It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds…
Vaginal Delivery vs Caesarean: Is there a right answer?
by / 2360 readsThere are two ways for your baby to be delivered, which are vaginal birth or caesarean birth. Either for a new mom or mom…
5 Simple Ways To Ease Nausea During Pregnancy
by / 3242 readsBeing pregnant, the days are always full of ups and downs. There are days when you feel energized and ready to go all out…
Breast Milk vs. Formula Milk | Which One Is Better?
by / 3566 readsFor all expectant or new parents, deciding between breast milk and formula milk is an important decision to be made. Healthcare professionals encourage mothers…
Love In Every Drop | Answering All Your Common Breastfeeding Questions
by / 9073 readsMoms, we know that breastfeeding isn’t easy. That’s why, for breastfeeding week, we got a lactation consultant to sit down with us and talk…
5 Risk Factors of Gestational Diabetes (GD)
by / 3215 readsWhat is Gestational Diabetes (GD)? GD is high blood sugar that develops during pregnancy and usually disappears after giving birth. Gestational diabetes develops only in pregnant…
Things You Need to Know About Bottle Feeding Your Baby
by / 4126 readsCongratulations on your newborn baby! Whether you have opted out of breastfeeding due to personal choice or because you are unable to breastfeed, bottle…
What You Need To Know About Gestational Diabetes
by / 23817 readsYou’ve seen many Instagram and Facebook trends posted by mothers drinking super sweet orange liquid to gauge their body’s ability to handle glucose. Quite a…
How To Pick The Best Breast Pump For You
by / 29401 readsBeing able to breastfeed their baby is every mother’s wish when they first enter motherhood. However, sometimes it’s just not possible to always be…
Is Red Milk Safe For Your Baby?
by / 43039 readsRed milk !? Does it seem weird to you? Moms, in fact, this is something that can happen to you while breastfeeding your little…
Is Formula Milk Really That Bad For Your Baby?
by / 25336 readsWhen your baby is finally born, you will be receiving a lot of advise from various parties, especially when it comes to breastfeeding your…
Chances of Stillborn Babies Affected By Mother’s Sleep Position
by / 24546 readsOne of a pregnant mother’s major fear is delivering a stillborn baby. Stillborn babies are babies that have died before being delivered. A stillborn…
Ta-Ta Towel: Your New Breast Friend
by / 28339 readsMy first thought when I saw Ta-Ta Towel was, “Hmm.. another gimmick.” But as I read further, it turned out to be a genius…
Which type of Breast Milk is the Best for Your Baby?
by / 16932 readsTo all mums out there! It’s time to get to know the best milk for your babies. Here’s a concise info for you about…
Solutions To Common Breastfeeding Problems For New Moms
by / 27005 readsBreastfeeding is an important process in ensuring that your baby receives the correct nutrients that they need, while also giving a chance for moms…
What No One Tells You About Water Birth
by / 14731 readsYou may not believe me, but I have news about Water Birth: Good news, and better news. Water birth is the process of giving…
Andrea Grant: Burn Survivor Defies All Odds To Give Birth
by / 20302 readsLet’s face it, every mother out there is a superhero. Taking it up a notch by defying against all odds is a burn survivor…
Myths of Motherhood Revealed
by / 17725 readsIf you’re a mom of three or four or maybe more, then you will agree with us on these myths. But if you are…
Sleep-Saving Tips for New Moms
by / 14587 readsIf you have fallen into the category of “the walking zombie” once you are a new mom, maybe you should consider yourself a sleep-deprived…
5 Common and Harmless Pregnancy Pains
by / 26364 readsWe don’t blame first time mothers who panic over the several pregnancy pains that they will encounter throughout this beautiful journey. As first-timers, it…
5 Perks of Having Twin Babies
by / 21491 readsAdvertisement So many parents want twin babies because they feel that having two after a painful ordeal is so much better. Also, young modern…
5 Benefits of Natural Birth
by / 29598 readsMany first-time mothers tend to get nervous when they consider on which birth styles they want to go through for the delivery of their…
5 Early Pregnancy Symptoms for New Mothers
by / 16338 readsAm I pregnant? A question that comes through most of our minds when we feel uneasy or experience changes in our body. Sometimes, it might…
5 Breastfeeding Tips for New Mums
by / 13047 readsIt is understood that many new mothers are pressured to conform to the trending breastfeeding frenzy going on recently. With so many women sharing…
First Trimester: Week 10
by / 30324 readsWhat is happening to my Baby? Your baby’s internal organs which is fully formed is currently slowly maturing. It will continue to do so…
First Trimester: Week 9
by / 22243 readsWhat is happening to my Baby? and his fused eye lids is closing the eyes. It will open again after 28 weeks. The baby’s…
First Trimester: Week 8
by / 23982 readsHow your baby’s growing New this week: Your baby’s hands and feet are developing webbed fingers and toes, his eyelids almost cover his eyes,…
First Trimester: Week 7
by / 29743 readsHow your baby’s growing Advertisement The big news this week: Your baby’s hands and feet are emerging from developing arms and legs — although…
First Trimester: Week 6
by / 14681 readsHow your baby’s growing This week’s major developments: The nose, mouth, and ears that you’ll spend so much time kissing in eight months are…
First Trimester: Week 5
by / 19296 readsHow your baby’s growing Deep in your uterus your embryo is growing at a furious pace. At this point, he’s about the size of…
First Trimester: Week 4
by / 28028 readsWhat your baby looks like — 4 weeks Advertisement Amniotic sac: By next week, this cavity will envelop the embryo and continue to house…
First Trimester: Week 3
by / 27741 readsA peek inside your womb — Implantation Advertisement Amniotic sac: Amniotic fluid is beginning to collect in this cavity, which will soon envelop the…
First Trimester: Week 1 & Week 2
by / 28429 readsWhat is happening to my body? You probably are currently having your menses. Some women may find that their menses is irregular or heavy….
Can I drink Alcohol when I am Pregnant?
by / 18544 readsWhy should I avoid taking alcohol during pregnancy? Alcohol is a teratogen i.e it could cause abnormalities in your baby. Drinking excessive amounts of…
Drugs In Pregnancy
by / 29142 readsWhat are the different categories of drugs taken during pregnancy? Since 1975, the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have produced a general guideline…
Caffeine in pregnancy
by / 26358 readsWhat type of food contains caffeine? Coffee, tea, soft drink, chocolate, hot cocoa and even some medication over the counter to relieve headaches.Why should I…
Smoking In pregnancy
by / 14552 readsWhy should I not smoke during pregnancy? Smoking has a lot of detrimental effect not only to your baby but also yourself. The following…
Vaginal Candidiasis
by / 16790 readsVaginal Candidiasis By Dr Lim Lei Jun Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist MBBS (Manipal, India) MRCOG (UK) Sunway Medical Centre 1. What is vaginal…
Wacky Pregnancy Cravings : What Your Doctor Never Told You
by / 27503 readsEver felt like you wanted nasi lemak and chocolate chip cookies together? Ever felt surprised by your urge to eatjeruk and cheese at the…
Fasting and Pregnancy
by / 19846 readsMany women choose to fast in pregnancy due to their personal beliefs or religious commitments. Festivals in which it is common to fast such…
What Supplementation Do I Need during Pregnancy?
by / 17564 readsNutrition during pregnancy is important as you are not only providing the extra required nutrients for your changing pregnant body but also for your…
What Happens at The Antenatal Check Up
by / 29172 readsYour first antenatal visit is called your booking visit. This is the most important antenatal visit as gives your doctor the opportunity to screen…
Understanding the blood tests you need during pregnancy
by / 18721 readsBlood tests are a routine part of antenatal care. A variety of blood tests are done by doctors and healthcare providers at various stages…
Understanding Hypertension and Pregnancy
by / 32519 readsWhat is hypertension? Can I have it in pregnancy? Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy are a major cause of maternal, foetal and neonatal morbidity as…
Choosing Your Obstetrician | Gynaes in Malaysia
by / 28786 readsChoosing your obstetrician could be a daunting task as you would like to have someone that you trust and get along well with to…