A2 Milk for Pregnant Mothers
byWe know that pregnant women should consume milk, but our bodies seem to have some unspoken ratio we don’t know about. Once we pass…
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!
Simple Low Sugar Swaps for Pregnant Mothers
byIf you are reading this when you are pregnant, let’s do a quick how-are-you-feeling assessment: Do you feel tired often? Do you experience excessive…
Happy Babe, Happy Mom: Life after Bringing a New Baby Home
byA Whole New World Are you counting down the days to the arrival of your baby? Anytime now! Being a first-time mum is always…
Dr Lee Kok Fung Clues Us in on Down Syndrome
byOne of the many concerns of mummies-to-be is the off-chance of having a Down syndrome baby. It’s an understandable fear that each mother has…
Caring For Your Health After a Miscarriage
byOften, the utterance of the word ‘miscarriage’ is enough to make any mummy-to-be shudder. It is a most unfortunate and painful experience for any…
Exclusive Chat with Cardiologist on Cardiovascular Complications During Pregnancy
byMotherhood Story features a heart-to-heart talk with Dr Tee Chee Hian, a Consultant Cardiologist & Internal Medicine at Sunway Medical Centre Velocity, about cardiovascular…
Pregnancy Food: Grains and Potatoes
bySupermums-to-be should know that grains and potatoes are important food intakes. However, there are only certain types of grains and potatoes that are good…
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…
Pregnancy and Dental Care: Expert Talks About the Do’s & Don’ts
bySome of us may take our dental health a little more lightly compared to other areas of our health, like watching our blood pressure…
Pregnancy Meal Plan: 7 Recipes To Try
byAs most of us know, carrying a new life in your womb is a task of responsibility. You must ensure to provide adequate nutrition…
Top 10 Must-Haves for Any Pregnant Mum As Voted by Mothers
byAre you expecting or planning for a baby? Congrats! If you’re a new mum-to-be, you might feel a bit overwhelmed at times as there’s…
A Mother’s Love: Unconditional and Forever
byI think we can all agree that most mothers are innately selfless. Prior to motherhood, many will take pride in their ability to care…
Managing Major Sugar Cravings During Pregnancy
byYou are early into your pregnancy and suddenly cannot resist the urge to devour a slab of white bread, thickly smeared with peanut butter…
Psoriasis in Pregnancy: An Expert’s Guide to Managing Symptoms
byPsoriasis is a skin disorder that causes patches of red and itchy scaly skin, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk, and scalp areas….
“My Mum Wanted Me To Be A Mum Too, But…” – A Heart-Warming Untold Story From A Malaysian Couple
byIt’s never an easy journey in motherhood, but it never stops us from embarking on the journey of conception. How am I so certain…
Should Maternal Milk Be on Your Watch List? We Debunk Some Popular Pregnancy Myths
byThe first few moments after she found out she was pregnant was surreal. After trying for a little more than two years, Geeny was…
Bridging the Postpartum Recovery Gap
byChildbirth has a significant impact on women’s lives, and while it is a joyous milestone for many, it can also be a terrifying experience…
Kidney Failure Crisis During Pregnancy, Transplant From Husband Changes Family’s Destiny
byJaslynn Tay was 16 weeks pregnant when she found out she had kidney failure. All of a sudden, she and her husband Gordon Ling,…
‘Don’t Try!’ – A Touching Untold Story From A Malaysian Couple
byAre you sure you have tried hard enough on conceiving a baby with your spouse? Just keep on trying, then I believe you will…
How To Get Pregnant With A Baby Girl – Here’s A Few Tips On Making That Dream Come True!
byMaybe you’ve always daydreamed about little dresses or wished to raise a self-assured and strong young lady. Or maybe you still have a house…
This Might Be the Reason You Are Experiencing Painful Penetration
byThis article has been medically reviewed by Dr. Azrai – Consultant in Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive UKM Medical Centre. Penetration has always been associated…
Prepare These 28 Essentials for Your Before and After Labour
byWith all the preparations made at home to celebrate your newborn, how about for the labour? Before and after you have given birth, there…
A Guide to Registering A Baby’s Birth at JPN Counters and Online
byThe feeling you get from cradling your newborn for the first time is sometimes hard to describe. Those long-awaited moments are always full of…
‘I thought there was really a baby in me,’ – A Malaysian Couple Disclosed Their Untold Story
byI couldn’t believe what the doctor told us. I cried for a long time, not knowing what to do or how to deal with…
What To Do When Facing Postpartum Depression
byGoing through depression is never easy on anyone, especially if you have other responsibilities. Having a strong support system is essential in recovering from…
Hepatitis, Pregnancy and Newborns
byOur liver is one of the most important organs we have as it fights infections, filters the blood and processes nutrients. Many people know…
Labour Techniques And Helpful Tips To Ensure A Smooth Delivery
byGiving birth is known to be one of the most painful experiences a woman may ever face in her life. Labour pain has been…
The Benefits of Using A Nursing Pillow And How to Choose the Right One
byWhen it comes to nursing, the most common things that we need (and people often buy) are breast pads, nursing covers, nursing bras, breast…
AskMeDoctor! Season 2, Episode 10 – 7 Key Nutrients For Pregnant Women
byPrenatal care is the health care that a woman receives during pregnancy. Doing early and regular checkups is very important for you to make…
Easy (Well, Almost) Ways To Embrace Your Postpartum Body
byHere’s one of the most troublesome concerns for all pregnant women after delivery: How can I bounce back from my postpartum body after delivery?…
Red Dates Longan Tea for Confinement
byA mother who has just given birth needs the best nutrition for her quick and complete recovery. One of the most common drinks recommended…
AskMeDoctor! Season 2 Episode 7: What You Need To Know About Gestational Diabetes
byFor pregnant mothers, gestational diabetes is one of the pregnancy complications that they should be worried about as it would affect both mother and…
Tentang Bulan Actor Nik Adruce Is Celebrating Father’s Day This Year!
byOne week into being parents, the well-known actor, Nik Adruce, from “Tentang Bulan” (Abu/Bulat) together with his wife, Syafiqah Sofian, share the journey of…
Hospital Bag Checklist That Every Expecting Parents Should Prepare!
byHave I already packed all the essentials or are there more? I’m not sure either this small towel is necessary or not. Mums-to-be are…
Maintain Your Ideal Weight During Pregnancy With These Simple Tips!
byMany pregnant women relish the opportunity to indulge their sweet tooth or indulge in high-calorie comfort foods. Some pregnant women feel that they must…
Your Changing Body During Pregnancy: Why & How Do They Happen?
byDuring the nine months of pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes various changes. Some of these physical changes are apparent, such as weight gain and…
Malaysian Couples Share Their Thoughts on Sex & Pregnancy
bySex promotes intimacy and makes us feel closer to each other. According to a study reported in the journal Psychological Science, couples who reported a…
Treat Yourself Like A Queen! This Is How Mums-to-Be Can Pamper Yourself During Pregnancy
byMorning sickness, aching body, changes to your physical and mental well-being; all of these can dispirit you and make your pregnancy journey unpleasant. What…
All The Things That You Should Expect After a Miscarriage
byMiscarriage is never a piece of happy news, but it is a common pregnancy outcome that can be caused by many factors. Though it…
OB-GYN Answers All Your Questions about Preeclampsia
byPreeclampsia is one of the most common pregnancy complications that is characterised by high blood pressure, protein in their urine, and swelling in their…
Foods That You Should (Definitely!) Eat During Postpartum
byLosing weight right after giving birth to your precious baby is not exactly the ideal way of staying healthy. During confinement or postpartum, it…
The Baby Is Coming! – Signs Of Approaching Labour
byDo you feel anxious waiting for your precious one? Learn to identify the first signs of approaching labour, which suggest that your little one…
5 Common Discomforts and Harmless Pregnancy Pains That Expecting Mothers Should Know
byPregnancy is definitely not an easy journey for mothers. Every pregnancy is a different experience for every mother, especially their first one. When it…
5 Old Wives’ Tales About Pregnancy: Should You Believe Them?
byPregnancy is undeniably a woman’s most glorious, exciting, and cherished moment. Interestingly enough, it also often invites a set of comments or opinions in…
7 Must-Have Gadgets And Items To Ease Your Pregnancy Journey
byI believe that one of the many things that expecting mothers would wish for is to have a ‘pregnancy kit’ that can help to…
Is Gestational Diabetes A Big Deal And How Can It Hurt My Baby?
byGenerally, diabetes is one of the most major health concerns in Malaysia. However, for pregnant mummies, you may have heard of gestational diabetes. But,…
Why Do You Neeed to Take Folic Acid 3 Months Before a Pregnancy? Here Is the Reason Why
byIt is normal for married couples to want children. Kids will make your home brighter with their cheerful laughs. But of course, before having…
C-Section Recovery – All You Need to Know About the Scars, Proper After-care & Nutrients
byAlmost all expecting mothers prefer to give birth normally, but due to certain circumstances, it is typically recommended for them to give birth via…
Expert Reveals What Soy Milk Can Really Do To Your Body
byIf you are asking yourself, “I am a soy milk lover, but is it OK if I take the same amount of soy milk…