What You Can Do to Manage Iron Deficiency Anaemia
byDid you know? According to a systematic review of Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) among pregnant women in Malaysia, its numbers range from 19.3% to 57.4%1….
The 3 Trimesters
A first-timer parent? So you are just getting the news that you are conceiving for the first time and you aren’t that sure of how the upcoming three trimesters look like? Well, you don’t even know what is a trimester! Don’t you worry! As a snippet, a normal pregnancy is 40 weeks and it is divided into three trimesters – 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Be prepared as each trimester comes with its own specific hormonal, physical, and physiological changes; but it differs on each individual and pregnancy.
Here is where you can get tips and tricks about the three (3) trimesters. Stay tuned with more information for your motherhood journey at Motherhood.com.my.
How to Keep Your Unborn Baby Safe at Work
byFor many women, being pregnant doesn’t mean a break from the workforce. If anything, it’s all business as usual at the office. This is…
Third Trimester: 42 Weeks Pregnant
byOkay, so your baby is taking their own sweet time for too long now. It’s time to take action before something serious happens. At…
Third Trimester: 41 Weeks Pregnant
byBe patient, mums. Your baby is almost here. You may be worried why they’re taking so long to make their grand entrance. But if…
Exploring the Reality and Misconceptions About Down Syndrome
byYou’ve seen them before, and you may know what it is on the surface, but you might not fully comprehend the condition that people…
The Shocking Truth About Pregnancy and Antidepressants You Must Know
byAs Malaysia is slowly starting to be more accepting of mental healthcare and the importance of medication, particularly antidepressants, more and more people have…
Mums’ Mental Health: What Are the Most Common Disorders and How to Handle Them
byMore often than not mums always put their family’s needs over their own, neglecting their physical and mental health. This is because mothers tend…
What Effect Does Rheumatoid Arthritis Have on Pregnancy?
byArthritis is the medical term for swelling or joint inflammation. It describes more than 100 ailments that have an impact on connective tissues, joints,…
Bump-to-Baby 101: Best Antenatal Classes in Malaysia to Teach You All You Need to Know and More
byIf you are a soon-to-be mummy, you need an excellent Antenatal Class in Malaysia. Antenatal Classes provide information about pregnancy and childbirth. In addition,…
Third Trimester: 34 Weeks Pregnant
byApproaching the due date is like riding a train to a destination. You are now at 34 weeks pregnant, and you have another 6…
Third Trimester: You’re Now 33 Weeks Pregnant
byYou are now just left with 7 weeks before your due date. How time flies, right? Let’s see how is your progress when you…
Third Trimester: When You Are 32 Weeks Pregnant
byOh my god, you are just 2 months away from the due date! Yes Mommy, when you are 32 weeks pregnant, there are two…
My Unborn Baby Has Down Syndrome: What Do I Do?
byDown syndrome is rare congenital disorder that affects one in 800 babies. Even to date, scientists have a hard time what exactly causes this…
Second Trimester: 15 Weeks Pregnant
byHow’s your second trimester treating you so far, mummies? At 15 weeks pregnant, you may notice your energy returning, your appetite increasing, and things…
8 Tried and Tested Ways to Get Around Constipation During Pregnancy
byMorning sickness and tender breasts are some of the commonest signs of pregnancy. But did you know that constipation is also one of the…
First Trimester: 4 Weeks Pregnant
byThe first trimester marks the beginning of an incredible journey. The pregnancy hormones oestrogen and progesterone are being released into your body. Your uterus…
Second Trimester: 21 Weeks Pregnant
byYou’re 21 weeks pregnant now, mums! You’re past the halfway mark, and your baby is rapidly growing while your body continues to adapt in…
Third Trimester: 36 Weeks Pregnant
byWhat? One month left? Oh my goodness, I am sure you cannot believe this; time did travel so fast. Here are what you and…
Mummy Shares: Why I Decided for A Down Syndrome Screening Test During Pregnancy
byIt’s wonderful to be pregnant, especially after trying to get pregnant for almost ten years. However, as I hear that the risk of down…
First Trimester: The First Three Weeks of Pregnancy
byYour first trimester begins before you even realise you’re pregnant! The early stages of pregnancy, specifically the first three weeks, are crucial in laying…
Third Trimester: When You Are 31 Weeks Pregnant
byAnother one week passed by and now you are in the 31 weeks of pregnancy. You may feel excited, but sometimes you would feel anxious…
Third Trimester: When You Are 30 Weeks Pregnant
byDear Mommy, you are 30 weeks pregnant, which means you have 10 more weeks to go! How would you feel; do you get extra…
13 Strange Pregnancy Signs & Symptoms You Never Knew
byBrace yourself as the following are not your usual pregnancy signs and symptoms that you may ever have heard of. The common ones like…
Third Trimester: 29 Weeks Pregnant | How Big is My Baby?
byOnce you are 29 weeks pregnant, meaning that you are already in the 7th month of pregnancy. You have two more months or 11…
First Trimester: 9 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 9 weeks pregnant, your baby is developing rapidly, and so is your body’s response to this new life At this stage, you might…
Second Trimester: 14 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 14 weeks pregnant, you’re now well into the second trimester of your pregnancy, often referred to as the ‘honeymoon phase’. This stage is…
First Trimester: 8 Weeks Pregnant
byYou are 8 weeks pregnant now, mums! There’s so much development at this stage. Both you and your little one are going through some…
Third Trimester: When You Are 28 Weeks Pregnant
byYou are finally in the third trimester. I am pretty sure that Mummies are getting extra excited. You can start to feel the baby’s…
Second Trimester: 27 Weeks Pregnancy Progress
byIn no time, you are in your 27th week of pregnancy. You are (finally!) in the last week of the second trimester and next…
First Trimester: 7 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 7 weeks of pregnancy, you may not yet have that much coveted baby bump. Nevertheless, your body is undergoing numerous changes on the…
Second Trimester: 13 Weeks Pregnant
byCongratulations! You’re now 13 weeks pregnant and it’s time to celebrate. This stage marks the beginning of your second trimester, often referred to as…
First Trimester: 6 Weeks Pregnant
byBy the time you’re 6 weeks pregnant, you’ll start to feel the effects of your rapidly changing body. You still won’t look pregnant outwardly, but…
Second Trimester: Everything in 26 Weeks Pregnant
byHey mommies, this is your 26 weeks of pregnancy and also the last week of your second trimester. You are just a few days…
First Trimester: 5 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 5 weeks of pregnancy, you would have definitely gotten a positive result. You would have already taken a pregnancy test or went to…
Second Trimester: 20 Weeks Pregnant
byCongratulations, mums! At 20 weeks pregnant, you’re always halfway through your journey! Reaching week 20 is a major milestone. Celebrations are in order. At…
Second Trimester: 18 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 18 weeks pregnant, you are nearly halfway through second trimester. That’s another milestone to add to your list, mummies! It may seem like…
Third Trimester: 39 Weeks Pregnant
byYou are finally in your 39 weeks, which means you may give birth to your baby any time now! But before that, let’s see…
Third Trimester: 38 Weeks Pregnant
byTHIRTY-EIGHT weeks pregnant? Oh my, how fast time flies. It feels like it just yesterday that the doctor told you that you are going…
Prenatal Fitness 101: Third Trimester Exercises Dos and Don’ts
byIf you have been keeping up with your physical fitness before or early into your pregnancy, it’s generally safe for you to proceed with…
Second Trimester: 25 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 25 weeks pregnancy, you are considered 6 months and are nearing the end of your second trimester. You still have plenty of time…
First Trimester: 12 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 12 weeks, you’re nearing the end of the first trimester, a significant milestone for both you and your baby. By now, many of…
Second Trimester: 17 Weeks Pregnant
byCongrats, mummies, you are 17 weeks pregnant now! Your baby is growing rapidly, and your body is changing in noticeable ways. This is an…
Second Trimester: 19 Weeks Pregnant
byYou are now 19 weeks pregnant and you’re well into the second trimester. The excitement is palpable; you can’t wait to meet your little…
First Trimester: 10 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 10 weeks pregnant, your baby is now looking more recognisably human This is a milestone week, marking the end of the embryonic period,…
Second Trimester: 24 Weeks Pregnant
byOnce you are 24 weeks pregnant, you may feel your baby’s movements a little stronger and more noticeable. As your baby (and belly) is…
First Trimester: 11 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 11 weeks pregnant, you’re nearing the end of your first trimester, a period marked by exciting new changes. While your baby is developing…
Prenatal Fitness 101: Keeping Up a Healthy Second Trimester
byIt’s especially beneficial to your body if you keep up with a healthy second trimester especially through fitness. And if you’ve been doing so…
10 Skincare Ingredients You Should Avoid While Pregnant
byFinding out you’re pregnant is a big deal, and it’s natural to feel scared, worried, and intimidated by all that comes with it. This…
Second Trimester: When You Are 23 Weeks Pregnant
byIn the 23 weeks of pregnancy, your baby can start to listen on what is going in the outside world. He is likely to…