Mums' Top 10 Necessities for Your Family - November 2024

Mummies are known as the pillars of a family, and we certainly agree! Mothers' unconditional love and support remain strong and steady, even when their roles and duties change. Part of this includes knowing which products or services are the best to use for their family. Given the sheer number of brands and goods available, it's reasonable if you don't know which ones to choose as a parent. But don't worry, we're here to help you make a decision! We've compiled a list of items and services that have been awarded the Motherhood Choice Awards 2021, as determined by our 10,000 readers: First-Choice Laundry Detergent: TLC Green Babes & Kiddies Laundry Wash TLC Green Babes & Kiddies Laundry Wash is a plant-based formula and is biodegradable and non-toxic. It is free from additives like phosphates, bleaches, optical brighteners, parabens, dyes, colorants, formaldehyde and methylisothiazolinone. TLC Green Babes & Kiddies Laundry Wash successfully eliminates permanent stains and destroys bacteria while combating odours thanks to its antibacterial characteristics. There are no optical brighteners utilised, which can leave chemical residues on fibres and cause skin irritation. It’s very good for babies with eczema, including newborns. Its minimal foam formula makes it acceptable for front/top load washing machines, and it is recognised by SIRIM ECO and Jakim Halal Malaysia. TLC Green Babes & Kiddies Laundry Wash is a top choice recommended by mums and expert advisors. First-Choice Soy Milk: HOMESOY™ Original HOMESOY™ is a Malaysian brand that was founded in 2007. So that consumers may preserve and enjoy soy protein and minerals, HOMESOY™ employs non-GMO beans that are manufactured under tight quality control. HOMESOY™ Original is noted for its unique handcrafted recipes and unpasteurised soymilk, as well as its healthful and natural taste. HOMESOY™ is sugar-free and multigrain, and can be used with brown sugar and honey melon. First-Choice Cooking Oil: Daisy Corn Oil Daisy Corn Oil is a highly stable cooking oil made from pure corn oil that can be used for all forms of cooking and baking. It is cholesterol-free and contains Vitamin E and Omega 6 fatty acids. Daisy Corn Oil has a high content of Soft-Poly, making it ideal for baking. Soft-Poly refers to the liquid polyunsaturates found in Daisy Corn Oil that is extracted from quality corn kernel. Many people say Daisy Corn Oil makes cakes fluffier or spongier, and that it makes cookies melt in your mouth! Daisy also makes great spreads such table margarine, peanut butter, and kaya, in addition to its well-known corn oil. First-Choice Cultured Milk Drink: VITAGEN® VITAGEN® is prepared from skimmed milk that has been fermented with billions of active probiotic microorganisms (Lactobacillus acidophilus and Lactobacillus casei). These probiotic cultures make their way into the intestines, where they help keep the balance of good and harmful bacteria in check for a healthy digestive tract. These probiotic cultures were particularly imported from Chr. Hansen Facility in Denmark, a world-renowned culture laboratory that provides high-quality probiotics to customers all over the world. VITAGEN® probiotic cultures can endure bile and acidic stomach secretions, allowing them to reach the intestines alive and battle dangerous germs. First-Choice Family Supplement: Blackmores Bio C® 1000 Blackmores Bio C® 1000 is a vitamin C supplement that helps to lower the severity and length of typical cold symptoms while also supporting the immune system. It's a high-potency supplement that comes in a one-a-day pill. Blackmores Bio C® 1000 contains additional bioflavonoids that are thought to support vitamin C efficacy and is buffered with mineral ascorbates to give you a vitamin C that is pleasant on the stomach. It contains rosehips and acerola cherries, both of which are high in vitamin C. First-Choice Children's Supplement: Champs Vitamin C 100mg Chewable Tablet Champs Vitamin C 100mg Chewable Tablet aids in the growth and development of your children. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps to maintain a healthy immune system and gums. Champs Vitamin C 100mg Chewable Tablet is made with the highest quality ingredients to help strengthen the immune system and prevent infection. It is a supplement designed to fill in the gaps caused by a lack of Vitamin C-rich diets in children aged 12 and under. First-Choice Canned Food: Ayam Brand™ Sardines in Tomato Sauce Ayam Brand™ is a trademark of Ayam Corporation. Sardines are found in chilly waters. They get fatter, juicier, and richer in Omega 3 as a result of being exposed to intense cold. Depending on the storage temperature, sardine oil may appear on the surface of the sauce as white particles. When heated, it dissolves. It's natural, and it's a sign of good sardine quality. The rich tomato sauce also contains lycopene, the most powerful antioxidant that protects cells from ageing and aids in blood pressure control. First-Choice Family Personal Care: Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid For years, this popular Dettol product has been helping to battle germs and offering all-around family protection against germs. To clean and protect against infection from minor skin cuts, scratches, and bug bites, use Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid. It can also be used to clean surfaces around the house and to freshen linens by adding it to your laundry rinse cycle. First-Choice English Enrichment Program: Cambridge English For Life For the past 21 years, Cambridge English For Life (CEFL) has been a well-known and respected brand throughout Malaysia. They offer the largest network of English language centres in Malaysia and deliver high-quality, internationally recognised English language programmes. They are known for their innovative teaching methods that achieve excellent outcomes, and they provide hands-on learning in a welcoming setting. Cambridge English For Life (CEFL) maintains a tradition of quality by implementing cutting-edge teaching and learning methods that help students gain confidence and achieve success. First-Choice Fast Food Chain: McDonald's™ McDonald's™ is the world's largest fast service restaurant business, with over 36,000 locations in over 100 countries serving over 69 million customers daily. McDonald's™ Malaysia serves about 13.5 million customers every month in 300 locations around the country. McDonald's™ employs around 14,000 Malaysians in its restaurants across the country, giving chances for career advancement, training, and development. You may find the remainder of our Motherhood Choice Awards 2021 Winners here. For more interesting stories and fun recipes, stay tuned to Motherhood Story!

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