Leaking Breasts Before Birth? Understanding Colostrum
byPregnancy is a whirlwind of changes, both physical and emotional. As your due date approaches, some expectant mothers may experience something unexpected: leaking breasts….
Breastfeeding
Here you will find more information, tips and tricks on breastfeeding. Breastfeeding or also known as nursing begins within the first hours after the baby was born. Get the proper health nutrition when breastfeeding as we cover the type of food to eat during breastfeeding, what kind of food can increase breast milk, what food to avoid, things you don’t know about breastfeeding and many more. All is covered here on our blog!
How to Know Your Magic Number for Breastfeeding and Pumping
byDid you know that there is a magic number for your milk supply? Dr Shirley Chan-Ramirez, a concierge paediatrician said that the magic number…
Craving Sambal While Pregnant? You’ll Want to Know This Before Your Next Bite
byFor many, the spicy kick of sambal is a must-have with almost every meal. But when you’re pregnant, you might start second-guessing your cravings….
Expert Secrets: How to Unlock Effective Milk Transfer in Breastfeeding
byFor some mothers, breastfeeding may be a walk in the park. But for others, it may be a steep learning curve fraught with trial…
Breastfeeding Myths Exposed: Mums’ Verdict on Fact or Fiction
byMothers have nourished their young with their bodies since the beginning of humanity. It’s always been instinctual and natural. But as time goes by,…
The Perfect Lactation Snacks and Beverages’ Recipes to Boost Milk Supply
byEating a balanced diet and trying some healthy breastfeeding recipes for breastfeeding mothers is the best strategy to get optimal nutrition and maintain good…
One Pledge at a Time: Motherhood SuperApp’s Ambitious National Record Pursuit for Breastfeeding
byIn honour of International Breastfeeding Awareness Month, Nuren Group, Malaysia’s foremost motherhood platform, aims to collect one thousand pledges in support of breastfeeding. This…
10 Must-Have Items in Your Nursing Bag, Especially for Working Mummies
byJuggling a 9 to 5 while you’re nursing can seem like an uphill battle. Between work responsibilities and making sure your baby is well-fed,…
Daddy Talks: How I Support My Wife’s Breastfeeding Journey
byAs a stay-at-home dad in Malaysia, I have journeyed through the ups and downs of supporting my partner during breastfeeding. This role often goes…
From Soup to Smoothie: 7 Healthy & Mouth-watering Recipes For Breastfeeding Mums
byNew mums or those who just gave birth need extra calories and nutrients while breastfeeding to ensure that they are producing enough milk to…
11 Breastfeeding Equipment All New Mummies Need
byBreastfeeding may be a one-woman job, but it takes a village to ensure smooth sailing. In this modern world with modern problems, mothers don’t…
Combination Feeding: How It Can Help You and Your Baby
byCombination feeding, also known as mixed feeding, refers to the practice of both breastfeeding and using formula to feed your baby. In some cases,…
Alternative Options for When You Aren’t Able to Breastfeed
byThere is no denying the powers of breastfeeding. The magic goes far beyond the milk. The natural mother-child bonding that occurs is what gives…
4 Proven Lactation Soup Recipes for Breastfeeding Mums
byMums, it’s OKAY if you are struggling to increase your breast milk supply. It is normal and you don’t have to keep on worrying…
Top Local Recipes to Boost Your Breast Milk (Part 1)
byBreastfeeding requires a lot of energy and ‘fuel’ to produce the best of the best breast milk. However, not all mums managed to produce…
7 Popular Chicken Recipes That Are Perfect During Confinement & to Boost Your Breast Milk
byChicken is very nutritious for postpartum mummies as it is packed with protein, minerals, and vitamins. You may try lean chicken because it is…
Confinement Care Soup Recipes to Boost Postpartum Health
byNothing is better than eating a bowl of hot and nutritious soup after welcoming your newborn into this world. New mummies need to eat…
Too Little Breast Milk? Here’s the Secret to Increasing Your Low Milk Supply
byIt is practically every mother’s dream to be able to breastfeed their newborn babies immediately after giving birth. However, there will be times when…
Breastfeeding Positions All Mums and Babies Can Benefit From
byIf you’re a mother with a newborn, chances are that you’ll be breastfeeding your precious little one. It can be a bit daunting, especially…
Lactation Specialist Answers Your Most Burning Questions About Breastfeeding
byBreastfeeding is one of the first maternal duties for many mothers after childbirth. It is an intimate and important activity for both parent and…
Must-Know Secrets No One Tells You About Breastfeeding
byYou’ve just given birth. You’re tired and in pain, but nothing can extinguish the overwhelming feeling of love, joy and pride at seeing your…
Mummy Shares: How It Feels to Go through Extended Breastfeeding
byFor us mums, every breastfeeding experience is unique. The duration of breastfeeding also differs from one mother to the next. We’ve all probably heard…
Mummy Sharess: My Experience with Lactation Mastitis
byThe sensation of being able to breastfeed my baby is out of this world. I just love the expression on my baby’s face during…
Young Mum Ilham Amani Shares Her Breastfeeding Wisdom
byMotherhood is such an intimate, personal journey. It’s full of tender moments and trying times. For young mum Ilham Amani, sharing her motherhood story…
This or That: Breast Milk Boosters (Pharmaceutical Vs Natural)
byNursing mothers who have trouble with breastfeeding will probably know all about ‘milk-boosters’ or ‘lactation supplements’. Scientifically known as ‘galactagogues’ (from the Greek word…
Mummy Shares: Overcoming Breastfeeding Difficulties as a New Mum
byBreastfeeding is a wonderful experience that most mothers look forward to after giving birth. It was also my dream to be able to nurse…
The Secret Behind the Magic of Mother’s Milk
byMother’s milk, or rather, breast milk, is a highly nutritious food naturally produced by pregnant and nursing women. It has helped mothers nourish their…
Breast Milk Home Remedies for Mums and Babies
byBreast milk has always been exclusively used to feed babies. Any other uses besides this might be considered taboo or even sacrilegious, depending on…
7 Things to Do Between Feedings
byA newborn needs to feed approximately every 2 to 4 hours. As babies grow at an exponential rate, they need their elixir of life…
Breastfeeding Support Group Gives Hope to Nursing Mothers
byFirst time mothers know all too well the struggles of nursing their newborn. In fact, even experienced mums may have trouble with breastfeeding from…
Breastfeeding Preemies: All You Need to Know
byCaring for preemies requires meticulous, super-handy care due to their small and delicate bodies. If you’re a mother to one, you must be eagerly…
What Affects the Taste of Breast Milk?
byHave you ever wondered why your breast milk smells or tastes a certain way, especially after eating something unusual? Most of the time, it’s…
Breast Milk: The Best Protection in the Age of COVID-19
byJust when you there can’t possibly be more good reasons to opt for breast milk instead of formula, recent studies have found that breastfed…
How to Find the Best Bottle for Your Baby
byThings can get pretty overwhelming for first-time parents, especially when it comes to picking out the things their baby needs. Diapers, clothes, car seats,…
Should You Fast While Breastfeeding? Lactation Consultant Provides the Answers
byIf you are breastfeeding, should you fast during the upcoming month of Ramadan? This is a question on many mums’ minds and there really…
Postpartum Diet: Breast Milk Boosters
byWe last covered on which medicinal herbs are safe for your postpartum body and which should be avoided. Today, we are going to explore…
Postpartum Diet: Medicinal Herbs
byPreviously, we covered on which beverages are safe for you to consume after childbirth and which should be avoided. Now, it is time to…
Postpartum Diet: Dairy
byEarlier, we covered which herbs are safe and unsafe to consume during confinement. Now, it is time to discover about dairy products! Calcium consumption…
First Year Baby: Twelve-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byCongrats! It might seem hard to believe, but here you are now to tick off the twelve-month-old developmental milestones. This simply means that your…
First Year Baby: Eleven-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byDoes it seem like your baby is growing up too fast to already reach his eleven-month-old developmental milestones? While having mixed emotions about the…
First Year Baby: Ten-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byA lot more big growth to anticipate in the ten-month-old developmental milestones! As your little one is now ten months old, you will be…
Doctor Shares Why Expectant Mums Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
byThe transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
First Year Baby: Nine-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byIt’s finally the ninth month! You are now in the third quarter of your baby’s first year and more exciting developments are here awaiting…
Top 10 Essentials for Newborns As Voted by Mums
byCongrats, you’re a new mum! Prior to this, you’ve spent months preparing for your little bundle of joy’s arrival, and now the day has…
First Year Baby: Eight-Month-Old Developmental Milestones
byAs all babies grow at their own pace, this eight-month-old developmental milestones is here to serve as a rough guide. Thus, do not be…
4 Must-Have Breastfeeding Essentials From Experienced Breastfeeding Mothers
byAs expectant mothers, we would be happily shopping for baby necessities way before the labour. However, have you ever thought of the breastfeeding essentials…
A Must-Watch For New Mothers! Breastfeeding Tips That Work For “Me” by Experienced Breastfeeding Mothers
byAre you one of the expectant mums who are looking for breastfeeding tips that really work? Not just some advertisements that only aim to…
Four Mums Continue Their Story of Breastfeeding. This Time, Its on the Hard & Easy Parts
byWhat is the hardest part of breastfeeding? How about the easier sides of breastfeeding? As the society in general holds more negative perceptions about…
‘Why Do I Choose to Breastfeed,’ – Sharing From Four Successful Working Mums
byAre you still looking for YOUR reasons to breastfeed despite so much reading on the internet? Or are you still having any concerns about…