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…
It is practically every mother’s dream to be able to breastfeed their newborn babies immediately after giving birth. However, there will be times when…
If 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…
Breastfeeding is one of the first maternal duties for many mothers after childbirth. It is an intimate and important activity for both parent and…
You’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…
For us mums, every breastfeeding experience is unique. The duration of breastfeeding also differs from one mother to the next. We’ve all probably heard…
The sensation of being able to breastfeed my baby is out of this world. I just love the expression on my baby’s face during…
Motherhood is such an intimate, personal journey. It’s full of tender moments and trying times. For young mum Ilham Amani, sharing her motherhood story…
Nursing mothers who have trouble with breastfeeding will probably know all about ‘milk-boosters’ or ‘lactation supplements’. Scientifically known as ‘galactagogues’ (from the Greek word…
Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience that most mothers look forward to after giving birth. It was also my dream to be able to nurse…
Mother’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 has always been exclusively used to feed babies. Any other uses besides this might be considered taboo or even sacrilegious, depending on…
A newborn needs to feed approximately every 2 to 4 hours. As babies grow at an exponential rate, they need their elixir of life…
First time mothers know all too well the struggles of nursing their newborn. In fact, even experienced mums may have trouble with breastfeeding from…
Caring 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…
Have you ever wondered why your breast milk smells or tastes a certain way, especially after eating something unusual? Most of the time, it’s…
Just when you there can’t possibly be more good reasons to opt for breast milk instead of formula, recent studies have found that breastfed…
Things can get pretty overwhelming for first-time parents, especially when it comes to picking out the things their baby needs. Diapers, clothes, car seats,…
If you are breastfeeding, should you fast during the upcoming month of Ramadan? This is a question on many mums’ minds and there really…
Are you craving for some sambal heat during your confinement period but do not have any recipes to refer to? Do not sweat too…
We last covered on which medicinal herbs are safe for your postpartum body and which should be avoided. Today, we are going going to…
Previously, we covered on which beverages are safe for you to consume after childbirth and which should be avoided. Now, it is time to…
Earlier, we covered which herbs are safe and unsafe to consume during confinement. Now, it is time to discover about dairy products! Calcium consumption…
Congrats! 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…
Does 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…
A 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…
The transition for expecting women into motherhood endured drastic turns when the pandemic first swept across the globe. Questions pertaining to the risks of…
It’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…
Congrats, 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…
As 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…
As expectant mothers, we would be happily shopping for baby necessities way before the labour. However, have you ever thought of the breastfeeding essentials…
Are you one of the expectant mums who are looking for breastfeeding tips that really work? Not just some advertisements that only aim to…
What is the hardest part of breastfeeding? How about the easier sides of breastfeeding? As the society in general holds more negative perceptions about…
Are you still looking for YOUR reasons to breastfeed despite so much reading on the internet? Or are you still having any concerns about…
When it comes to nursing, the most common things that we need (and people often buy) are breast pads, nursing covers, nursing bras, breast…
It was my grandmother who took care of me and my siblings when we were young, while our parents were out working. I have…
No phenomenon in the world can match the significance and magic of childbirth. This creation of life marks the beginning of one’s parenting journey….
Royal Philips, a global leader in health technology, today announced the expansion of its Avent range with the launch of the all-new Philips Avent…
I stumbled upon the news reported by the media regarding Emma Maembong, a celebrity and a first-time mum who decided to close her IG…
It’s World Breastfeeding Week 2020, Mums! August 1–7, 2020 occasioned the celebration of the 28th World Breastfeeding Week (WBW). This week-long annual initiative started…
As mothers, we always want to give the best to our babies. Guess what, breastfeeding is the best natural gift you can give your…
Breastfeeding can either be a wonderful experience or a nightmare to a first-time mother. Picture this. As you are near to your labour and…
Breastfeeding provides a bunch of health benefits for both the mother and the baby. Even if you cannot directly breastfeed your baby or due…
Breastfeeding during the Ramadan period can be very taxing for mothers. So, mothers, (before anything else) please visit and talk to your doctors and…
Many factors contribute to the lack of breast milk production. You may want to consult your lactation consultant to make sure that you are…
This is perhaps the greatest paradox of breastfeeding: A breastfeeding mum needs to eat 500 calories more in her daily diet in order to…
When you made the decision to breastfeed, you knew from Day One you would have to make adjustments or sacrifices to your lifestyle in…
With World Breastfeeding Week 2019 having been successfully held across 120 countries around the globe from August 1 this year, much has once again…
Every mother knows how important it is to breastfeed your baby. Breastfeeding provides a lot of health benefits for both mother and baby. It…
So 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…