4 Things You Think Wrongly About Breastfeeding
by / 746 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…
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!
Did Not Manage To Arrive At The Hospital On Time, This Malaysian Baby Was Born In A Car!
by / 2410 readsHave you ever had any extravagant experience when delivering your little one? Usually, mothers will give birth at clinics or hospital; that is a…
Expressing Milk 101: The Proper Ways to Express Breast Milk Effectively
by / 1889 readsBreastfeeding provides a bunch of health benefits for both the mother and the baby. Even if you cannot directly breastfeed your baby or due…
Third Trimester: When You Are 32 Weeks Pregnant
by / 2267 readsOh my god, you are just 2 months away from the due date! Yes Mommy, when you are 32 weeks pregnant, there are two…
AskMeDoctor! Episode 6 – 10 Pregnancy FAQs Expecting Mothers Wish They’d Knew Sooner
by / 4599 readsIn this episode of AskMeDoctor, Dr Timothy, an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist form Tung Shin Hospital and Sunway Medical Centre Velocity answers the top 10…
Hypertension in Pregnancy – Is It A Cause For Concern?
by / 1652 readsCongratulations! You are going to have a baby! Harkening back to the day you learnt you were pregnant, you would have been filled with…
Third Trimester: When You Are 31 Weeks Pregnant
by / 11 readsAnother one week passed by and now you are in the 31 weeks of pregnancy. You may feel excited, but sometimes you would feel anxious…
Third Trimester: When You Are 30 Weeks Pregnant!
by / 11 readsDear Mommy, you are 30 weeks pregnant, which means you have 10 more weeks to go! How would you feel; do you get extra…
Third Trimester: 29 Weeks Pregnant | How Big is My Baby?
by / 21 readsOnce you are 29 weeks pregnant, meaning that you are already in the 7th month of pregnancy. You have two more months or 11…
Third Trimester: When You Are 28 Weeks Pregnant
by / 7617 readsYou are finally in the third trimester. I am pretty sure that Mummies are getting extra excited. You can start to feel the baby’s…
Second Trimester: 27 Weeks Pregnancy Progress
by / 2485 readsIn no time, you are in your 27th week of pregnancy. You are (finally!) in the last week of the second trimester and next…
Are Rambutans Safe To Eat When You Are Pregnant?
by / 1782 readsSouth-East Asia is the capital of exotic fruits. From durians to mangosteens (manggis), chempedak to the langsat, the rose apple (jambu merah) to the…
Second Trimester: Everything in 26 Weeks of Pregnancy
by / 78 readsHey mommies, this is your 26 weeks of pregnancy and also the last week of your second trimester. You are just a few days…
Fruits for Pregnant Women | How Good Mangoes Are for Pregnant Women?
by / 2257 readsNothing exudes exotic like mangoes do. Think mangoes and images of sunny beaches, blue skies, and cerulean seas pop into the mind. Complete your…
Second Trimester: 25 Weeks Pregnant
by / 1755 readsAt 25 weeks pregnancy, you are consider 6 months and are nearing the end of your second trimester. You still have plenty of time…
Second Trimester: 24 Weeks Pregnant
by / 2188 readsOnce you are 24 weeks pregnant, you may feel your baby’s movements a little stronger and more noticeable. As your baby (and belly) is…
Second Trimester: When You Are 23 Weeks Pregnant
by / 53 readsIn the 23 weeks of pregnancy, your baby can start to listen on what is going in the outside world. He is likely to…
AskMeDoctor! 10 Common Pregnancy Myths & Facts That You Should Know
by / 5016 readsI bet a pregnant woman will always hear a few pregnancy myths and facts throughout your pregnancy. In this episode of Ask Me Doctor!,…
Second Trimester: 22 Weeks Pregnant
by / 3429 readsIt’s getting crowded in there! Now that you are 22 weeks pregnant, your rapidly growing baby is invading your space. At the same time,…
Fruits for Pregnant Women | Here Are The 9 Fun Facts of Mangosteens
by / 1569 readsWith the durian crowned King of the Fruits, the mangosteen, a firm favourite, is our Queen. Previously, we delved into the many benefits of…
Perineal Tear During Childbirth: Causes, Aftercare Tips & All You Need to Know
by / 11708 readsComplications and injuries due to childbirth are sometimes inevitable. One of these complications is when your perineal tear. A perineal tear or laceration also…
Second Trimester: 21 Weeks Pregnant
by / 2588 readsWhen you are 21 weeks pregnant, your baby is growing rapidly, your skin is changing and the movements of your little one in the…
Benefits and Side Effects of Lychees for Pregnant Women
by / 3227 readsMothers-to-be can sometimes crave for a certain type of foods or drinks. Some can be beneficial while some might have detrimental side effects on…
If Formula Milk Information Is Confusing You, Trace Its Origins!
by / 29339 readsAs mothers, we want the very best for our children; that is non-negotiable. However, we are left in the dark when we stand in…
Anemia in Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention
by / 445 readsIf you are pregnant, then you are most probably in a high risk of getting anemia. Anemia in pregnancy is a normal condition that…
Second Trimester: It’s Week 20 and You are Halfway There!
by / 868 readsNow you are 20 weeks pregnant and that means you have completed half way through this pregnancy. Your are officially in the fifth month…
Fruits During Pregnancy | Can Pregnant Women Eat Durian?
by / 3807 readsPicture this. It is late in the evening, dinner is done and you are sitting comfortably watching TV, feet up. Baby is kicking vigorously…
Second Trimester: One Step Forward and You Are 19 Weeks Pregnant
by / 1917 readsWelcome to week 19 of your pregnancy. Your belly is slowly and steadily getting bigger to accommodate your developing baby. And all of that…
Second Trimester: 18 Weeks Pregnant
by / 3429 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?…
Second Trimester: 17 Weeks Pregnant
by / 228 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 / 8171 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 / 961 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 / 2687 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 / 3004 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 / 5524 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 / 10600 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 / 1200 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 / 3141 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 / 5390 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 / 35072 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 / 26775 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 / 28462 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 / 34045 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 / 19089 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 / 23636 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 / 30860 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 / 557 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 / 32258 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 / 32719 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…