Mummy Shares: How I Balance Working from Home and Motherhood
byI couldn’t help but wonder, when did life start feeling like a never ending puzzle? Back when it was just Layth, I had this…
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The Lost Art of Doing Less: Embracing Minimalist Parenting
byEver since Marie Kondo’s Spark Joy boomed in popularity back in 2016, almost everyone has tried their hand at being a ‘minimalist’. From winnowing…
Raising Your Kids Right: How to Be A Successful Parent
byWe all want what’s best for our children, but sometimes that’s easier said than done. We may have been guilty of bad parenting every…
Dad’s Decade: Celebrating Different Fatherhood Stages
byFatherhood is a journey of transformation, for the dad as much as it is for the child. Each phase brings with it its own…
15 Common Misconceptions About Motherhood Debunked
byMedically Reviewed by: Dr Somaskandar Sivasuntharam – MBBS (Mang), Dip Rep Med (Mal), M Med (O&G)(Mal), MR Med (Aust), AM (with special interest in…
Why You Should Consider Adoption
byWe’ve been fed this idea that reproduction should immediately follow marriage. It’s become nothing short of a cliché at this point. Newly weds constantly…
7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Getting Your Child a Mobile Phone
byThere comes a time in every child’s life where they will ask the dreaded question: “Can I get my own cellphone?” Well in this…
Self-Defense Tips for Mums
byLet’s face it. We live in a dangerous world. There are many predators and criminals out there who are not above hurting others to…
Important Topics You Should Discuss Before Having a Baby
byParenthood is life-changing; in more ways than one. Many marriages have been strained the moment a child comes. Planning to have a baby is…
5 Ways to Improve Male and Female Fertility
byWhether you’re recent honeymooners or experienced parents trying for another child, improving your fertility can be a welcome effort in expanding the family unit….
8 Relaxation Tips During Times of Chaos
byBeing a parent isn’t all sunshine and rainbows; sometimes you have deal with a few thunderstorms. That is simply the part and parcel of…
‘I’m Not the Fun Parent and I’m Okay with It!’
byIf you’ve ever seen Modern Family, you’ll know that the Dunphy’s are your typical (dysfunctional) suburban nuclear family: the popular eldest daughter, the bookish,…
Crazy Deals Galore at MYDIN’s Kids and Baby Fair 2023
byFrom 20 July to 8 August 2023, MYDIN, Malaysia’s largest homegrown halal hypermarket and retail chain will be hosting their Kids & Baby Fair…
Stress Relief: Doctor Shares Expert Advice
byStress is a part of everyday life, but how much stress is too much? For parents, the added pressure of career, domestic responsibilities, marriage…
What to Do When Your Parents Spoil Your Child
byMost grandparents spoil their grandkids. That may as well be common knowledge by now. There may even be some scientific explanation to this favouritism….
Money Vs Motherhood: Is the Daily Grind Taking Away Your Family Time?
byA dilemma that many parents struggle with these days is between being present in their children’s lives, or working hard to provide for them….
The Rise of Hustle Culture: Path to Success or Road to Failure?
byGrowing up, many of us may have been led to believe that our work was our life. That we had to give our blood,…
Calorie Counting: Healthy Habit or a Recipe for Disaster?
byThere are so many health and diet tips out there for how to maintain your figure, lose those stubborn pounds and stay fit and…
Spouse Vs Parent: Whose Advice Matters More?
byMalaysia is a conservative country despite all the social progress we’ve made. Many of us are raised to follow customs, respect the status quo…
Here’s Why You’re Extra Blessed to Be Expecting a Special Child
byPeople often have such negative views about having a special needs child, even if it’s something relatively mild like ADHD or dyslexia. Disabled individuals…
Raise Your Kids Right with These 6 Ultimate Parenting Hacks
byThere are thousands of parenting books currently in the market, and billions more sold each year. A phenomenon that reflects just how anxious adults…
Don’t Let This One Habit Stop You from Enjoying Motherhood, Mums
byWe all have that little voice in our heads. The one that constantly criticises us for small mistakes, the one that laughs at our…
The Many Wonders of Malaysia Your Kids Will Love
byMalaysia is a bountiful and diverse nation rich in history and culture. You may instil a deeper patriotic spirit in your kids by teaching…
AskMeDoctor! NIVEA BABY Episode 02: Awkward as A First Mum? Here’s the Bonding Tips
byEvery expectant mum looks forward to the day when she finally gets to meet her baby for the first time. But afterwards, some mums…
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…
“Till My Last Breath”: Dr Say Shazril on Raising a Gifted Child
byIt is never easy for a parent to learn that their child is ‘special’. The experience can be wrought with confusion, denial, despair and…
Myths Of Inflation That Every Parent Needs To Know About
byInflation has struck the country again and there’s a lot of misinformation going around. Between reports of economic collapse and worldwide food shortage, it…
7 Things Dads Do That Make Their Sons Better Fathers in the Future
byThe phrase “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” contains more truth than you realise. People often use this proverb humorously, or sometimes…
Celebrating Fatherhood As Dads Are Different Nowadays
byNowadays, being a father comes in many forms. Today’s fathers have started to take on roles differently from fathers of the previous generations. Instead…
Sister Guardians: The Realities of Mothering Your Younger Siblings
byParents are the foundation of a family unit. They are responsible for protecting, nurturing and accepting their children. But sometimes, due to unforeseeable circumstances,…
Middle Child Syndrome and 7 Tips To Prevent It
byIn conjunction with Middle Child’s Day on the 12th of August, we at Motherhood Story would like to share some information and pointers about…
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…
3 Surprising Benefits of being Older Parents
byWe often hear this almost everyday, people around you talk about why you have to get married at an early age, right? Even the…
6 Tips on Eating Out with A Toddler
byWhen your child is still an infant, you may have not understood why some parents make a big deal about eating out with their…
5 Reasons Why Being A Mom Is The Greatest Role
byPeople always talk about the day you’d become a mother and for some, that day came long before they even realised it. Being a…
Why It’s Important To Let Your Child Make Mistakes
byWhy is it so important to let your child make mistakes ? As parents, of course we want to protect our children from danger,…