16 Foods and Beverages to Abstain from when Breastfeeding
by / 2620 readsThis is perhaps the greatest paradox of breastfeeding: A breastfeeding mum needs to eat 500 calories more in her daily diet in order to…
Pregnancy & Birth
Secondhand Sugar is like Secondhand Smoke, Avoid Breastfeeding it to Your Baby
by / 4973 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 / 15360 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 / 15534 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 / 23333 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 / 21113 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 / 32174 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 / 34737 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 / 33364 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 / 50729 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 / 29124 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 / 11896 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 / 3083 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 / 7439 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 / 3181 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 / 3389 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 / 9525 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 / 17948 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 / 14528 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 / 8328 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 / 6476 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 / 7570 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 / 7740 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 / 13297 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 / 7039 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 / 8626 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 / 28077 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 / 33649 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 / 47337 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 / 29356 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 / 29142 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 / 32339 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 / 21120 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 / 31081 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 / 18973 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 / 24376 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 / 21849 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 / 18699 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 / 30748 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 / 25591 readsHighlighted 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 / 33736 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 / 20642 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 / 17193 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 / 34644 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 / 26541 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 / 28254 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 / 33889 readsHow your baby’s growing Highlighted The big news this week: Your baby’s hands and feet are emerging from developing arms and legs — although…
First Trimester: Week 6
by / 18847 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 / 23430 readsDeep in your uterus, your embryo is growing at a furious pace. At this point, he’s about the size of a sesame seed, and…