AskMeDoctor! 10 Common Pregnancy Myths & Facts That You Should Know
byI bet a pregnant woman will always hear a few pregnancy myths and facts throughout your pregnancy. In this episode of Ask Me Doctor!,…
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!
How to Have that ‘Let’s have a Baby’ Conversation with your Husband Tactfully
by“I’ve realised that I really want a baby. Like now. And I don’t know how to bring it up gently. I’ve tried talking a…
Fruits for Pregnant Women | Here Are The 9 Fun Facts of Mangosteens
byWith the durian crowned King of the Fruits, the mangosteen, a firm favourite, is our Queen. Previously, we delved into the many benefits of…
Perineal Tear During Childbirth: Causes, Aftercare Tips & All You Need to Know
byComplications and injuries due to childbirth are sometimes inevitable. One of these complications is when your perineal tear. A perineal tear or laceration also…
11 Self Help & Relief Methods for Hand and Wrist Pain during & After Pregnancy
byCarpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and de Quervain’s Syndrome are both thumb-fingers-palm-hand-wrist to forearm pain in one or both hands due to inflammation in the…
Hand Pain during Pregnancy? You may be having Mummy’s Wrist & Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
byI just found out today, many years after I delivered my baby, that the arthritis-like pain I had in my thumb, wrist and forearm,…
Benefits and Side Effects of Lychees for Pregnant Women
byMothers-to-be can sometimes crave for a certain type of foods or drinks. Some can be beneficial while some might have detrimental side effects on…
If Formula Milk Information Is Confusing You, Trace Its Origins!
byAs mothers, we want the very best for our children; that is non-negotiable. However, we are left in the dark when we stand in…
Anaemia in Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention
byIf you are pregnant, then you are most probably in a high risk of getting anaemia. Anaemia in pregnancy is a normal condition that…
Fruits During Pregnancy | Can Pregnant Women Eat Durian?
byPicture this. It is late in the evening, dinner is done and you are sitting comfortably watching TV, feet up. Baby is kicking vigorously…
Fasting During Pregnancy – A Malaysian Mum Shares Her Experience with Motherhood
byA recent study conducted by the University of Montreal Hospital Research Centre found that 35% of pregnant women who fast during the second trimester…
AskMeDoctor! Episode 3 – Complications of Pregnancy
byComplications of pregnancy refers to the problems that occur during pregnancy, which may involve the mother’s health, the baby’s health or both. For this…
Born in a Pandemic & a Lockdown: Kobe’s Dad Tells How He Became an Accidental Confinement Daddy
byKobe Neoh was born in the afternoon of 31st March 2020, right in the middle of Malaysia’s Movement Control Order (MCO) when the country…
AskMeDoctor! Episode 2 – Young VS Late Pregnancies
byThere comes a time in our life where we plan to grow our family. In recent years, late pregnancy (around late 30’s to 40’s)…
Prepare To Say: Oh I Didn’t Know! 9 Conception & Fertility Myths Debunked
byWhen it comes to conceiving, misinformation can be rife. You’ll be hearing a lot of truths, half-truths and even myths offered by family and…
Instafamous & Beauty Blogger, Iman Abdul Rahim Shares Her Pregnancy Routine for New Mums
byHaving a toddler and pregnant with the second child does not stop Iman Abdul Rahim, a famous beauty-blogger and social media influencer to maintain…
Top 12 Confinement Centres in KL and Selangor
byMothers are having a hard time choosing a confinement centre for their recuperation. In fact, in an Asian country, especially Malaysia, confinement after childbirth…
Sex During Pregnancy: What Dads Need to Know About Making Love at This Time
byAs an expectant dad, can you have sex with your wife when she is pregnant? Short answer: Yes. But!!! There are things you need…
Confinement Daddy Alan Oh: ‘I hope to raise an army of Confinement Dads’. Here’s Why
byAlan Oh’s enthusiasm at immersive fatherhood and being hands-on with his wife’s postpartum care is infectious to say the least. When he spoke about…
Emotional Changes During Pregnancy
byEmotional changes or mood swings during pregnancy are rather common. But what causes us, women, to have such episodes of mood swings that always…
Why Antenatal Class is So Important For Expecting Parents?
bySo you are expecting your little one very soon. Becoming a new parent is exciting but it can be confusing and worrying at the…
The Dos and Don’ts of Getting Fit During Pregnancy
byAs a woman, we want to get fit even during our pregnancy. But what are the dos and don’ts of getting fit during pregnancy?…
My Giving Birth Experience: “No One Told Me That…”
byMaybe I didn’t read enough but these are the things no one warned me about before I gave birth. I’m writing these down so…
‘Sitting the Month’: Why it is Necessary after Giving Birth
byIn Malaysia, we certainly practice “sitting the month”. Straight from the hospital after giving birth, the Chinese among us sit out the month in…
9 Fruits and Vegetables in Malaysia Pregnant Mums Should Be Careful Of
byMalaysia has an abundance of tropical fruits and vegetables. Most if not all are nutritious and delicious. If you are expecting a baby, it’s…
How To Lose Pregnancy Weight Fast, Mums in Malaysia Give Tips
byPregnancy weight. Don’t mums know all about it after delivery! The flabby stomach, the wide hips, bigger breasts and heavier thighs…. You get that…
5 Reasons Why Mothers in Malaysia Need to Consider a Pregnancy Pillow
byA pregnancy pillow will probably be the greatest boon to mothers who are trying to get rest and sleep while dealing with an ever-growing…
The Thrill and Terror of Becoming A Father All Over Again
bySix 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
byIt’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…
The Impacts of Radiation on Pregnancy
byIt is very important that pregnant women are aware of the risks and dangers of the radiation that they are and can be exposed…
Experiencing Both Natural Birth And C-Section Surgery
bySome mothers have only experienced natural birth while some only Cesarean section. Michelle is a mother of two sons who have experienced both natural…
Thyroid Problems and Pregnancy
byThyroid problems can not only affect you but also your baby. Because of that, it is extremely important to be tested before planning for…
What I Went Through During Pregnancies – A 3x Mom’s Story
by“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
byA 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
byA 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
byDid you know that caring for a premature baby may be a little more different than caring for a normal baby? A premature baby…
Benefits Of Music Therapy for Pregnancy
byDid you know that listening to music can be very beneficial for your pregnancy? It is very normal for new mothers to be anxious…
What It’s Like Having Twins
byFinding 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
byAfter 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)
byThe 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
byFraught 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
byThe epidural injection is known to be a pain reliever for women who wish to go through a painless delivery process. Mothers who are…
Confinement Foods in Chinese, Malay and Indian Cultures
byConfinement period is when your body recovers and recuperate from childbirth. To Asians, the idea of confinement is familiar to them but foreign to…
Journey Through Confinement Practices | Is Confinement Nanny Necessary?
byIn this modern area, not many new moms believe in confinement period because they think that they can replenish by themselves without having to…
5 Confinement Myths Debunked
byMany mothers or mothers-to-be are often puzzled about the traditional confinement rules and taboos. Here we discuss 5 Confinement Myths and provide further scientific…
Journey Through Confinement Practices | How to get a Good Confinement Lady?
byTo all new mothers out there, it is advisable for you to get a confinement lady throughout your confinement period. It is even normal…
Journey Through Confinement Practices | What To Eat During Your Confinement Period?
byGiving birth can lead to excessive energy and blood loss, therefore, making a mother weak. Often, mothers frequently ask questions about what to eat…
Vaginal Delivery vs Caesarean: Is there a right answer?
byThere 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
byBeing pregnant, the days are always full of ups and downs. There are days when you feel energized and ready to go all out…