Second Trimester: 18 Weeks Pregnant
by / 3356 readsIf last week your baby was more active within the amniotic sac, what would be another exciting development(s) when you are 18 weeks pregnant?…
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!
Second Trimester: 17 Weeks Pregnant
by / 187 readsOne exciting fact when you are 17 weeks pregnant is that your baby is becoming more active within the amniotic sac. You may not…
Motherhood AskMeDoctor! Episode 3 – Complications of Pregnancy
by / 8002 readsComplications of pregnancy refers to the problems that occur during pregnancy, which may involve the mother’s health, the baby’s health or both. For this…
Second Trimester: When You Are 16 Weeks Pregnant
by / 942 readsWhen you are about 16 weeks pregnant, your baby bump is getting more obvious. Believe it or not, your fetus can now hold his…
Second Trimester: 15 Weeks Pregnant
by / 2670 readsDon’t be surprised (or better, be excited!). Once you reached week 15, you are starting to show some baby bump. Even the people around…
Second Trimester: Baby’s Growth, Pregnancy Symptoms, and More During Week 14
by / 2992 readsHello to your baby in week 14! This week, your little treasure is now starting to show interesting facial expressions (awhhh). As for you,…
Born in a Pandemic & a Lockdown: Kobe’s Dad Tells How He Became an Accidental Confinement Daddy
by / 5430 readsKobe Neoh was born in the afternoon of 31st March 2020, right in the middle of Malaysia’s Movement Control Order (MCO) when the country…
Motherhood Ask Me Doctor! Episode 2 – Young VS Late Pregnancies
by / 10433 readsThere comes a time in our life where we plan to grow our family. In recent years, late pregnancy (around late 30’s to 40’s)…
Second Trimester: 13 Weeks Pregnant and All You Need to Know!
by / 1182 readsCongratulation! You have made to the second trimester of your pregnancy. Many parents start to share their pregnancy news to others during this stage,…
First Trimester: 12 Weeks Pregnant
by / 3133 readsMommies, you are now 12 weeks pregnant! You are in the third month of your pregnancy, with only 6 months left to go! So…
First Trimester: When You Are 11 Weeks Pregnant
by / 5378 readsNow you are entering the 11th week of your pregnancy. You are now about two months and two weeks pregnant. This is the last…
First Trimester: 10 Weeks Pregnant Progress!
by / 35038 readsYou are 10 weeks pregnant. The week seems to pass by faster, and you are almost left with a few more weeks till you…
First Trimester: When You Are 9 Weeks Pregnant
by / 26737 readsWhat do you think will happen when you are 9 weeks pregnant? Well, one thing for sure your little bean has now graduated from…
First Trimester: You Are 8 Weeks Pregnant!
by / 28442 readsFinally, you are 8 weeks pregnant. What other changes are going to happen on this week? What is the size of your baby at…
First Trimester: 7 Weeks Pregnant – Baby’s Size, Body Changes, and More
by / 34001 readsTime does pass by so fast, isn’t it?! Now you are 7 weeks pregnant. At this point, your little bean is as big as…
First Trimester: Mommy, You Are 6 Weeks Pregnant
by / 19057 readsAmazing! mommy it’s your week 6 of pregnancy and many things are hitting up your mind on the upcoming weeks. Stop worrying mommy, we…
First Trimester: 5 Weeks Pregnant and Everything to Know!
by / 23596 readsIn no time, now you are 5 weeks pregnant. So what happens during this week? Deep in your uterus, your embryo is growing at…
Producing or Reducing Breast Milk with Chinese Medicine & Treatment
by / 30836 readsMany factors contribute to the lack of breast milk production. You may want to consult your lactation consultant to make sure that you are…
Why Antenatal Class is So Important For Expecting Parents?
by / 551 readsSo you are expecting your little one very soon. Becoming a new parent is exciting but it can be confusing and worrying at the…
First Trimester: Week 4 – Growth Progress, Body Changes & Symptoms
by / 32220 readsIt’s your 4th week of the first trimester, and your little bean is now growing. At this stage, your little bean is called a…
First Trimester: 1 – 3 Weeks Pregnant – What You Should Know
by / 32665 readsHOORAY! You’re about to find out whether you are pregnant or not and soon you will be having a little one to be part…
My Giving Birth Experience: “No One Told Me That…”
by / 10387 readsMaybe I didn’t read enough but these are the things no one warned me about before I gave birth. I’m writing these down so…
16 Foods and Beverages to Abstain from when Breastfeeding
by / 20362 readsThis is perhaps the greatest paradox of breastfeeding: A breastfeeding mum needs to eat 500 calories more in her daily diet in order to…
Secondhand Sugar is like Secondhand Smoke, Avoid Breastfeeding it to Your Baby
by / 19530 readsWhen you made the decision to breastfeed, you knew from Day One you would have to make adjustments or sacrifices to your lifestyle in…
How To Get A Good Deep Latch: The Key to Successful Breastfeeding
by / 28399 readsWith World Breastfeeding Week 2019 having been successfully held across 120 countries around the globe from August 1 this year, much has once again…
Top 5 Ways to Naturally Increase Breast Milk Quantity
by / 28442 readsEvery mother knows how important it is to breastfeed your baby. Breastfeeding provides a lot of health benefits for both mother and baby. It…
9 Things Nobody Tells You When You START Breastfeeding
by / 28773 readsSo there’s a lot of talk about the joys of breastfeeding and why it is always encouraged. You’ve been told all the pros. We’re…
7 Things Nobody Tells You When You STOP Breastfeeding
by / 21146 readsWhen you give birth, everyone around will encourage you to start breastfeeding. But what will happen to you when you stop breastfeeding? There is…
The Thrill and Terror of Becoming A Father All Over Again
by / 32263 readsSix years is a long time to wait for a second chance of being a father again. For Shahrul Amin Azman ─ the postponement…
Going Through Pregnancy With Diabetes
by / 34778 readsIt’s not easy going through pregnancy, fully knowing that you’re diabetic even before you were pregnant. Lilly shares her story of how she went…
Experiencing Both Natural Birth And C-Section Surgery
by / 33410 readsSome mothers have only experienced natural birth while some only Cesarean section. Michelle is a mother of two sons who have experienced both natural…
What I Went Through During Pregnancies – A 3x Mom’s Story
by / 50911 reads“Congratulations! You are pregnant!” A simple 4-word sentence usually seals the deal – you are now a mother! And with it comes a plethora…
Snake-Like Shingles, Gestational Diabetes Foreshadow Instrument-Assisted Birth
by / 29167 readsA thyroid patient with concerns about her on-going hypothyroidism and possible effects on the unborn child, Juleen Lim tells us the story about the…
What It’s Like Having Test Tube Babies
by / 11920 readsA test tube baby is a successful result of the in vitro fertilisation (IVF) technology. Test tube babies are becoming increasingly popular and common…
Caring For A Premature Baby
by / 3124 readsDid you know that caring for a premature baby may be a little more different than caring for a normal baby? A premature baby…
Breastfeeding VS Formula Feeding
by / 7515 readsDeciding between breastfeeding and formula feeding your newborn baby is probably one of the biggest concerns of new mothers. Mothers want nothing but the…
What It’s Like Having Twins
by / 3204 readsFinding out that you’re having twins can be a little overwhelming but that only means double the bundle of joy! This would be perfect…
The Importance Of Seeing A Doctor Upon Finding Out About Pregnancy
by / 3409 readsAfter the first birth, some mothers tend to gain more confidence and decide not to consult a gynaecologist immediately after finding out about their…
The Risks Of Using The Intrauterine Device (IUD)
by / 9552 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 / 18028 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 / 14640 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 / 8386 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 / 6572 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 / 7834 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 / 7802 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 / 13345 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 / 7145 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 / 8674 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 / 28173 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…