Insta-Mums Share Why It is Important to Power Up Your Child’s Brain Cell Connections
byAs your child grows and learns, they will start developing more advanced skills. Children between the ages of 4 to 6, for instance, will…
Children Care & Health
Neurons and Nutrition: What’s the Connection?
byA growing child needs the right nutrition in order to keep up with their developmental milestones, those important moments that mark their cognitive and…
Genetic Heirlooms: Traits Your Children May Inherit from You
byWhen we think about inheritance, our minds may immediately jump to money, property or ancestral relics and knickknacks: jewellery, keepsakes and other precious belongings….
Children and Suicide: What Parents Should Know and How to Help a Struggling Child
byOver 872 young people between the ages of 15 to 18 years old committed suicide from January of 2019 to May of 2021 in…
Cracking the Cold Case: Shocking Myths about the Common Cold that Will Surprise You
byColds are one of those annoying but harmless things you get a few times every year. Some sneezing and a runny nose, congestion, and…
10 Signs of OCD in Children and What You Need to Know
byObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is commonly discussed in adults, but it is often overlooked in children. However, parents must recognise that this type of anxiety…
Spare the Rod, Save the Child: Why You Should Avoid Hitting Your Kids
byIn certain cultures, it may be seen as okay to hit your child (within reason, of course) as a form of discipline when they…
Debunked Dyslexia Myths You Need to Know
byDyslexia is an often-misunderstood disorder in Malaysia. Much like other neurological childhood disorders, it is rife with stigma and ignorance. If you’re wondering about…
Mummy Shares: Some Sneaky Ways I Get My Kids to Eat Vegetables
byDo you have a situation where, no matter how much you persuade and inform your children about the benefits of vegetables, they still refuse…
Top Meat Substitutes to Get You Started on Your Vegan Journey
byVegan food doesn’t have to be boring. Yes, they’re made from plants and vegetables, but with all the seasoning and spices we have on…
Farm Fresh Grow: The Game-Changing Growing Up Milk
byIn a bid to provide the right nourishment for a healthier future generation, Farm Fresh has introduced its latest product, Farm Fresh Grow for…
How to Help a Dyslexic Child
byAccording to a report, there are between 10% to15% of dyslexic children in Malaysia. Many go undiagnosed, and many more struggle to keep up…
Dyslexia Runs in the Family: Datin Shahida Opens Up About Her Children
byIt’s rare to hear about one dyslexic child in the family, let alone two. But the condition is indeed genetic, as one celebrity mum…
Baby Store: Find Everything Your Baby Needs and More at Our Favourite Ones Here
byAs parents, we have a ton of things to get for our little ones, whether they’re newborns or toddlers. That’s why so many parents…
What to Do If Your Child Below 5 Years Contracts COVID-19
byFirst, it was a fever and watery stool—not a good sign. Then, comes the fussing and crying because of uneasiness. You start to get…
Shedding Light on Mental Health in Malaysia: Expectation Vs Reality
byThere has been a recent surge of interest in mental health in Malaysia over the past decade. You won’t have to search that far…
Baby Nasal Aspirator: Help Your Baby Breathe Easier with These Must-Haves
byWhen your baby develops a stuffed nose, it can really break your heart. You want to do your best to help them clear the…
Mummy Shares: Finding Out About Dyslexia in Children to Raise Awareness
byAfter hearing about so many cases of dyslexia from people close to me, I am wondering what it is all about. There are no…
Make a Difference: These 8 Children’s Charities Are Waiting for Your Help
byAs much as we like to believe that every child is loved, fed, clothed and cared for, that is unfortunately not the case. Not…
“Mummy, I Can’t Read!”: What to Do If You Suspect Your Child Has Dyslexia
byNo one wants to hear that their child is disabled. Yet probably one condition that flies under the radar more often than we’d like…
6 Foods to Improve Your Child’s Eyesight
byNutrition plays a big role in your child’s overall wellbeing. When it comes to vision and eye health, food can be the first line…
Effects of Inflation on Your Kids’ Mental Health
byChildhood is a time of innocence, adventure and joy. It’s a moment in a person’s life where they truly get to experience the joys…
Baby Vaccination 101: COVID-19 Vaccine
byThis illness needs no introduction. COVID-19 is a relatively new infectious disease first discovered in 2019 in Wuhan, China. It was the cause of…
Baby Vaccination 101: JE (Japanese Encephalitis) Vaccine
byAccording to the Ministry of Health Malaysia, Japanese encephalitis is a viral disease endemic to Sarawak. So, if your baby isn’t born in Sarawak,…
Baby Vaccination 101: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) Vaccine
byWe recently talked about the measles vaccine. But in Malaysia it is commonly incorporated as a 3-in-1 vaccine meant to protect newborns not only…
Baby Vaccination 101: Measles Vaccine
byMeasles is a highly contagious disease that is easily transmissible from person to person via droplets and close contact. It is important for newborns…
Baby Vaccination 101: Pneumococcal Vaccine
byAccording to the Ministry of Health Malaysia, pneumococcal vaccines are one of the compulsory vaccines for Malaysian children. It protects against various strains of…
Baby Vaccination 101: Polio Vaccine
byAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), the polio vaccine prevents the spread of the poliomyelitis disease, which is known to be life-threatening to…
Should Kids Be Allowed to Drink Coffee?
byCoffee is one of the most popular drinks on the planet; outranking soda, juice and tea in many parts of the world. It is…
Baby Vaccination 101: DTaP Vaccine
byThe DTaP vaccine is one of the many compulsory vaccines for Malaysian children. It prevents the spread of three dangerous and life-threatening diseases: Diphtheria,…
Baby Vaccination 101: HiB Vaccine
byThe HiB vaccine is one of the mandatory vaccines for all Malaysian children. According to Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it prevents…
Baby Vaccination 101: Hepatitis B Vaccine
byThe hepatitis B vaccine is another vaccine that you will find on your newborn’s immunisation requirement. Here’s what you need to know about this…
Baby Vaccination 101: BCG Vaccine
byMost of us Malaysians, if not all, have heard of the BCG vaccine from as early as childhood. It’s probably one of the earliest…
Safe Baby Care: Ingredients to Avoid in Baby Products and Why
byProper baby skin care is very important in the early years. This is because baby’s skin is much thinner and can be overly sensitive….
Empowering Your Child’s Personality: Introverts, Extroverts and Ambiverts
byFor a good while now, we’ve heard people describe themselves as either introvert, extroverts, or ambiverts. As the matter of fact, it’s no surprise…
Mummy Shares: Talking to Kids About Sexual Health Education
byParenting isn’t just about learning new things and finding new ways to raise children; it also involves a whole lot of dilemmas when making…
Insta-Mums Share Wholesome Bathtime Moments with their Little Ones
byIf there’s one thing children should cherish from their childhood, it’s those tender loving times having fun in the bath tub with their mummies!…
Baby Powder: Should You Use It?
byBaby powder is often used on babies after bath, in order to keep them dry and prevent nappy rash. This is because bacteria and…
5 Most Adorable Kids’ Hairstyles for Girls Your Little Princess Will Absolutely Love
byWhen you have young daughters, finding adorable kids’ hairstyle for girls and trying them out is a fun way to deepen your bond with…
Why Your Child’s Brain Needs Gangliosides
byMummies, are you aware that what you feed your child affects how their brain develops? Many think it is about how their brains are…
A World of Possibilities with Enfagrow A+ MindPro
byA growing child needs both strong IQ and EQ, two components that are essential for their success and happiness. As a parent, you may…
7 Must-Have Items for Every New Parent
byThe joys of being a new parent is indescribable, you probably want to give your little one all that they could possibly need and…
Must-Know Secrets No One Tells You About Breastfeeding
byYou’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…
Autism Teaching Aids Malaysia: A Helpful Special Needs Support Group
byRaising a child with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) can be frustrating, exhausting and even seem impossible at times. Many parents may be at a…
How to Tell if Your Child Has Psoriasis
byPsoriasis is a genetic disorder that causes itchy, red bumps to appear on the skin. It can be passed from parent to child and…
Breast Milk Home Remedies for Mums and Babies
byBreast milk has always been exclusively used to feed babies. Any other uses besides this might be considered taboo or even sacrilegious, depending on…
Learning About Allergies in Children with Dr Heah
byAllergies have become rather common in children these days, and as a parent, this can be alarming especially if some children have severe allergies…
6 Unlikely Areas of Your Life That Are Affected by Price Hikes
byInflation and price hikes go hand in hand. We worry about making our money go further, without sacrificing our lifestyle and our comforts. But…
Precious Moments Frozen in Time: Documenting the Life of an Autistic Child
byRaising a child is hard enough, but doing so as a father of three kids (one of which has autism), is a different thing…