An Expert’s Guide to Supplementing Breastfed Babies
byBreast milk has been scientifically proven to be a complete nutrient for newborns: it’s all the food they need during their first few years…
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Leaking Breasts Before Birth? Understanding Colostrum
byPregnancy is a whirlwind of changes, both physical and emotional. As your due date approaches, some expectant mothers may experience something unexpected: leaking breasts….
Craving Sambal While Pregnant? You’ll Want to Know This Before Your Next Bite
byFor many, the spicy kick of sambal is a must-have with almost every meal. But when you’re pregnant, you might start second-guessing your cravings….
Travelling Must-Haves New Mums Need For Effortless Vacationing
byNew motherhood entails an endless list of responsibilities. You and your baby are basically conjoined at the hip, even during school holidays. If you…
Spectra Wearable Electric Breast Pump: The Gold Standard of Wearables
byHistopoint (M) Sdn Bhd announces the launch of Spectra Wearable Electric Breast Pump, a premium quality wearable breast pump 100% made in Korea. Spectra…
#MumUnscripted: Motherhood Real Talk with Dr Azura and Sharifah Aryana
byMotherhood is not at all sunshine and rainbows, and sometimes it’s important to talk about it. That’s the gist of #MumsUnscripted, a new podcast…
Enjoy a Comfortable and Stylish Pregnancy with Bmama Maternity
byPregnancy is a transformative and challenging journey. But that doesn’t mean you can’t look your best while you go embark on your official motherhood…
Expert Secrets: How to Unlock Effective Milk Transfer in Breastfeeding
byFor some mothers, breastfeeding may be a walk in the park. But for others, it may be a steep learning curve fraught with trial…
Motherhood SuperApp Achieves The Malaysia Book of Record for Most Pledges Collected In A Breastfeeding Event 2023
byNuren Group, Malaysia’s top platform for maternal empowerment, proudly announces its inclusion in the Malaysia Book of Records for the ‘Most Pledges Collected in…
Breastfeeding Myths Exposed: Mums’ Verdict on Fact or Fiction
byMothers have nourished their young with their bodies since the beginning of humanity. It’s always been instinctual and natural. But as time goes by,…
10 Must-Have Items in Your Nursing Bag, Especially for Working Mummies
byJuggling a 9 to 5 while you’re nursing can seem like an uphill battle. Between work responsibilities and making sure your baby is well-fed,…
Lactation Guru Breaks Breastfeeding Mental Blocks with Expert Advice
byAs most first-time mums know all too well, expectation rarely lines up perfectly with reality. On the topic of breastfeeding, even veteran mums may…
From Soup to Smoothie: 7 Healthy & Mouth-watering Recipes For Breastfeeding Mums
byNew mums or those who just gave birth need extra calories and nutrients while breastfeeding to ensure that they are producing enough milk to…
11 Breastfeeding Equipment All New Mummies Need
byBreastfeeding may be a one-woman job, but it takes a village to ensure smooth sailing. In this modern world with modern problems, mothers don’t…
Combination Feeding: How It Can Help You and Your Baby
byCombination feeding, also known as mixed feeding, refers to the practice of both breastfeeding and using formula to feed your baby. In some cases,…
Alternative Options for When You Aren’t Able to Breastfeed
byThere is no denying the powers of breastfeeding. The magic goes far beyond the milk. The natural mother-child bonding that occurs is what gives…
4 Proven Lactation Soup Recipes for Breastfeeding Mums
byMums, it’s OKAY if you are struggling to increase your breast milk supply. It is normal and you don’t have to keep on worrying…
Breastfeeding Positions All Mums and Babies Can Benefit From
byIf you’re a mother with a newborn, chances are that you’ll be breastfeeding your precious little one. It can be a bit daunting, especially…
Lactation Specialist Answers Your Most Burning Questions About Breastfeeding
byBreastfeeding is one of the first maternal duties for many mothers after childbirth. It is an intimate and important activity for both parent 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…
Mummy Shares: How It Feels to Go through Extended Breastfeeding
byFor us mums, every breastfeeding experience is unique. The duration of breastfeeding also differs from one mother to the next. We’ve all probably heard…
Young Mum Ilham Amani Shares Her Breastfeeding Wisdom
byMotherhood is such an intimate, personal journey. It’s full of tender moments and trying times. For young mum Ilham Amani, sharing her motherhood story…
This or That: Breast Milk Boosters (Pharmaceutical Vs Natural)
byNursing mothers who have trouble with breastfeeding will probably know all about ‘milk-boosters’ or ‘lactation supplements’. Scientifically known as ‘galactagogues’ (from the Greek word…
Mummy Shares: Overcoming Breastfeeding Difficulties as a New Mum
byBreastfeeding is a wonderful experience that most mothers look forward to after giving birth. It was also my dream to be able to nurse…
The Secret Behind the Magic of Mother’s Milk
byMother’s milk, or rather, breast milk, is a highly nutritious food naturally produced by pregnant and nursing women. It has helped mothers nourish their…
7 Things to Do Between Feedings
byA newborn needs to feed approximately every 2 to 4 hours. As babies grow at an exponential rate, they need their elixir of life…
Breastfeeding Support Group Gives Hope to Nursing Mothers
byFirst time mothers know all too well the struggles of nursing their newborn. In fact, even experienced mums may have trouble with breastfeeding from…
Breast Milk: The Best Protection in the Age of COVID-19
byJust when you there can’t possibly be more good reasons to opt for breast milk instead of formula, recent studies have found that breastfed…
How to Find the Best Bottle for Your Baby
byThings can get pretty overwhelming for first-time parents, especially when it comes to picking out the things their baby needs. Diapers, clothes, car seats,…
I’m Ready But I’m Not! How To Kickstart Breastfeeding Successfully After Delivery
byThe day to meet your baby is getting closer and no words can describe how excited yet antsy you are all at the same…
Should You Fast While Breastfeeding? Lactation Consultant Provides the Answers
byIf you are breastfeeding, should you fast during the upcoming month of Ramadan? This is a question on many mums’ minds and there really…
It Is Not Your Typical Omega-3, but an Important Nutrient Indeed for You and Baby
byAre you a breastfeeding mother? If that is a big ‘Yes’, this might be what your checklist looks like now: Breast pumps Nursing pads…
Pregnancy & Epilepsy: What You Need to Know
byPurple Day is a grassroots event aiming at promoting global awareness of epilepsy, which affects more than 65 million people worldwide. In conjunction with…
Postpartum Diet: Breast Milk Boosters
byWe last covered on which medicinal herbs are safe for your postpartum body and which should be avoided. Today, we are going to explore…
Postpartum Diet: Beverages
byPreviously, we discovered which seasoning and sauces are safe for new mummies to consume during their postpartum period and which should be avoided. This…
4 Must-Have Breastfeeding Essentials From Experienced Breastfeeding Mothers
byAs expectant mothers, we would be happily shopping for baby necessities way before the labour. However, have you ever thought of the breastfeeding essentials…
Four Mums Continue Their Story of Breastfeeding. This Time, Its on the Hard & Easy Parts
byWhat is the hardest part of breastfeeding? How about the easier sides of breastfeeding? As the society in general holds more negative perceptions about…
‘Why Do I Choose to Breastfeed,’ – Sharing From Four Successful Working Mums
byAre you still looking for YOUR reasons to breastfeed despite so much reading on the internet? Or are you still having any concerns about…
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…
Breastfeeding in Public: Is It Tolerable or Unacceptable?
byI stumbled upon the news reported by the media regarding Emma Maembong, a celebrity and a first-time mum who decided to close her IG…
From Expecting to Breastfeeding, Why Mums Need to Consider Extra Protein in their Daily Diet?
byProtein is a macronutrient that consists of long chains of amino acids that is very important to our body. Protein plays many vital functions….
The Feeling Of A First-time Mother: The Reality Behind It
byTo see those two lines on the pregnancy test kit for the first time would surely bring pure happiness to the expecting mother. Especially…
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…
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…
Breastfeeding Jaundice VS Breast Milk Jaundice | Is My Baby at Risk?
byI remember avoiding myself from buying baby clothes, blankets, mattress sheets that have yellow elements. I was told that is one of the ways…
Producing or Reducing Breast Milk with Chinese Medicine & Treatment
byMany factors contribute to the lack of breast milk production. You may want to consult your lactation consultant to make sure that you are…
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…