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…
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!
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…
All That Mummies Need To Know About Pregnancy Induced Hypertension
byThroughout your pregnancy, you have to maintain a good general health’s status as any abnormalities or complications might endanger your life and the baby….
“Urgh, get it off my face!” | The Proper Ways to Treat Your Pregnancy Acne
byAre you worried about your zits, Mummies? For expecting mothers, pregnancy acne is a skin rash, likely caused by changes in hormones. During pregnancy,…
Postpartum Depression: The ‘Otherhood’ of Motherhood & Where You Can Seek Help
byAs I read about Ms Tay Mei Mei, a 35-year-old Singaporean mom who fell from her apartment and died with her five-month-old baby last…
What Increase The Chances of Pregnant with Twins?
by“Aww, look at that cute twins,”. I believe most of us went like this when we saw a pair of baby twins. In Malaysia…
Am I Pregnant? – 10 Pregnancy Symptoms To Look Out For
byTo have a baby of your own is such a blessing from God. Some women have it easy while some did not. For those…
“I didn’t know I was pregnant!” | Cryptic Pregnancy Can Happen to Anyone
byHave you ever heard the story of a Malaysian artist who did not know that she was pregnant until she was in her 7th…
Giving Birth in the New Norm | 5 Important Things Malaysian Mums-to-Be Should Know
byThe hit of COVID-19 has changed our routine. With the increasing number of cases these days, it just shows that we cannot let our…
Mooove Over Cow’s Milk: Expectant Mums Now Have A New Favourite
byNutrition, nutrition, and more nutrition! That is what’s most important when you are pregnant, because honey, you are growing a baby in your womb!…
“I AM PREGNANT!” | Malaysian Mothers Share Their Unforgettable Pregnancy Announcements With Their Loved Ones (And Clearblue!)
byCongratulations mummies and daddies on the arrival of your bundle of joy! Did you just find out about it or are you already counting…
Third Trimester: 40 Weeks Pregnant!
byYou have arrived at your final stop. Finally, the big day has arrived: you are 40 weeks pregnant. You should have given birth by…
Top 10 Superfoods & The Health Benefits for Pregnant Mummies
byEven on normal days, we really love to munch and keep on bringing food into our mouth. Hence, it is no doubt that most…
AskMeDoctor! Ep10 – What are the Common Causes of Miscarriage?
byEarly pregnancy loss can be heartbreaking and affect the woman both emotionally and physically. A miscarriage happens for a variety of medical reasons –…
You’re Not Alone When Baby Making: Here’s How To Keep Hubby’s “Swimmers” Swimming
byIt goes without saying that when planning to make a baby, hubby’s “swimmers” (or sperm) are very important. This is because they make up…
The Essential Things That Expecting Mother Needs To Know Regarding Water Birthing
byThe topic of water labour may not be that common in Malaysia. Many Malaysians women still prefer the traditional way of giving birth rather…
Top 10 Foods (That Are Best) to Avoid Towards A Safe and Healthy Pregnancy
byPregnancy comes with huge responsibilities for mothers because basically you’re carrying another human being in your body. As a mother, you need to ensure…
How Eating Right During Pregnancy Supports Your Foetus’ Growth
byWe all know that having a balanced diet on a daily basis is important. However, the moment you fall pregnant, there is an added…
Mummies, Let’s Get Moving: Staying Fit During And After Pregnancy
byExpectant mummies, how are we getting along so far? If you’ve been following many of our articles and tips shared here on Motherhood Story,…
Mums With Mums – Busting Breastfeeding Myths Together
byIt’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…
Dear Mothers, If You Are Struggling From Breastfeeding Now, Read This.
byAs mothers, we always want to give the best to our babies. Guess what, breastfeeding is the best natural gift you can give your…
4 Things You Think Wrongly About Breastfeeding
byBreastfeeding can either be a wonderful experience or a nightmare to a first-time mother. Picture this. As you are near to your labour and…
Did Not Manage To Arrive At The Hospital On Time, This Malaysian Baby Was Born In A Car!
byHave 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
byBreastfeeding provides a bunch of health benefits for both the mother and the baby. Even if you cannot directly breastfeed your baby or due…
AskMeDoctor! Episode 6 – 10 Pregnancy FAQs Expecting Mothers Wish They’d Knew Sooner
byIn 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?
byCongratulations! You are going to have a baby! Harkening back to the day you learnt you were pregnant, you would have been filled with…
Are Rambutans Safe To Eat When You Are Pregnant?
bySouth-East Asia is the capital of exotic fruits. From durians to mangosteens (manggis), chempedak to the langsat, the rose apple (jambu merah) to the…
Fruits for Pregnant Women | How Good Mangoes Are for Pregnant Women?
byNothing exudes exotic like mangoes do. Think mangoes and images of sunny beaches, blue skies, and cerulean seas pop into the mind. Complete your…