Winning Over Swollen Feet: A Dad’s Handbook for Future Mums!
byPregnancy is a fascinating journey filled with joy, anticipation, and sometimes, discomforts like swollen feet. It’s essential to understand that such swelling, or edema,…
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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…
10 Symptoms of Endometriosis You May Be Ignoring
byEndometriosis is a gynecological disorder that causes uterine tissue (or uterine-like tissue) to appear in other places where it shouldn’t be. Some common places…
Try to Chill: You Are What You Eat
byBringing a new life into the world is a life-changing journey, one filled with excitement, anticipation, and sometimes, a few bumps along the way….
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….
Safer Pregnancies: Health Ministry Launches Whooping Cough Vaccine
byBy next year, pregnant women all over the country will receive the Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis) vaccine. It’s an initiative by the…
Third Trimester Pregnancy Symptoms to Expect
byAs you reach the end of your pregnancy, there are more trials and tribulations for you to endure before your little one arrives. Although…
What to Expect in Your Second Trimester
byYou’ve made it past the first three months of your pregnancy; but the fun is only just beginning! As your baby grows in your…
Walnut Recipes for your Prenatal Days: A Super Healthy Treat
byIf you plan a nutritious diet to strengthen the brain of the baby inside, walnut recipes are the best option to go ahead. Enriched…
First Trimester Body Changes: What to Expect
byCongratulations, mummy! You’re in your first trimester; it’s a time to celebrate! No matter if it’s time to conceive or if it’s a surprise…
Count & Win with Clearblue
byWe all know that accuracy, efficiency and speed are all important when the time comes to shop for a good pregnancy test. After all,…
From Only Child to Older Sibling: Tips for Helping with a New Arrival
byYour eldest may have gotten used to being the baby of the family. However, when the time comes to bring in a new addition…
AskMeDoctor! Season 6 Episode 6 | How Do Probiotics Benefit Vaginal Wellness?
byWe all know about the powers of probiotics for gut health, immunity and even mental health. But did you know that probiotics may also…
Mummies Share Tips on Pregnancy Constipation and Childhood Diarrhoea
byOur bowel movements tell us a lot about our health. They could be the early indicator to tell us that something is wrong with our bodies….
Overcoming Infertility Challenges: A Conversation with a Fertility Specialist
byFor many women, pregnancy may not be an overnight miracle. It can be a journey fraught with disappointments and failure. But not all hope…
AskMeDoctor! Season 6 Episode 7 | Birth Defects and Child Development Disorders
byMany pregnant mums constantly worry about the health and wellbeing of their unborn babies. With the rise of congenital and neurodevelopmental disorders, it’s become…
AskMeDoctor! Season 6 Episode 5 | Myths & Old Wives Tales About Pregnancy: Revealed
byThere are so many local myths and old wives tales about pregnancy. While some of them are entertaining, others can be downright harmful. Especially…
Mummy Shares: My Experience with Pre-eclampsia During My First Pregnancy
byBeing pregnant is a wonderful thing. But it comes with many concerns, including taking care of not only yourself but also the growing baby…
AskMeDoctor! Season 6 Episode 2 | Pregnancy Constipation: Are Laxatives Safe to Use?
byFor many pregnant women, irregular bowel movements could be an everyday norm. This is simply one of the many things that happens as a…
Skincare Treats for Mums and Mums-To-Be This Mother’s Day
byIt’s important to take care of your skin. Especially if you’re a mum or mum-to-be. Between the sleepless nights and hormonal changes, there’s bound…
AskMeDoctor! Season 6 Episode 3 | Preparing For the Unexpected
byPregnancy can be nerve-racking, for both first time mums and experienced mums. You may be constantly wondering if everything is going as it should….
Self-Care for Supermums: Why Taking Care of Yourself Is Crucial
byBeing a mother is a tough job, and it’s easy to forget about taking care of yourself when you’re so focused on taking care…
How To Keep Your Mental Health in Check While You’re Expecting
byPregnancy is a beautiful phase in a woman’s life, but it can also be a challenging one. It is a time of significant physical…
How a Mother’s Diet Helps her Mental Health and Healing After Delivery
byGiving birth is a remarkable experience for any mother. While it brings immense joy, it also comes with its fair share of physical and…
Best Vegetarian Recipes for Pregnant Mummies
byI need vegetarian recipes for my pregnancy! I know finding vegetarian recipes for your pregnancies is quite difficult but you must not give up…
AskMeDoctor! Season 6 Episode 1 | First-Time Mama: What to Expect
byBecoming a first-time mother is a life-changing experience that comes with its own set of challenges and uncertainties. From pregnancy to childbirth and beyond,…
5 Hari Raya Foods to Avoid While Pregnant
byRamadan is around the corner, and Hari Raya will be here before we know it! If you or someone you know will be pregnant…
Waiting for Missed Periods? Here’s the Benefits of Early Pregnancy Testing
byFor many women, getting pregnant is an overnight miracle. For others, it’s an exercise in patience. But let’s be honest, you’d rather find out…
Postpartum Bliss: Johor’s Top 10 Malay Confinement Services
byThere are many types of confinement services. But sometimes you want to go back to your roots and enjoy those traditional healing remedies of…
Discover Johor’s Best Chinese Confinement Centres for Mums
bySome new mums may prefer staying at a confinement centre to help lessen the burden of postnatal recovery. Many confinement centres offer basic services…
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…
Are You Expecting? Avoid These Chinese New Year Foods and Beverages
byThe Chinese New Year is a time for reunions, celebration and of course, good food. A holiday is not complete without a table full…
Who Says Pregnant Mummies Can’t Have Yee Sang? Here Are Some Pregnancy-Safe Alternatives
byChinese New Year is not complete without the iconic Yee Sang or Yu Sheng (Prosperity Toss). Each ingredient has its own symbolism and meaning…
Ease Your Journey Towards Motherhood with Clearblue
byFor many prospective mothers, conceiving a child is a journey fraught with disappointments. But with Clearblue’s ovulation and pregnancy test kits now widely available,…
Believe Facts Not Fiction: Common HIV Myths Debunked
byHIV. It is probably the most taboo of all diseases, especially here in Malaysia where it may be often unfairly associated with the LGBTQ…
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…
Late Motherhood: Benefits of Having a Child Later in Life
bySociety has put an unreasonable amount of pressure on women to reproduce as soon as they reach childbearing age. In some cultures, girls may…
Third Trimester: 34 Weeks Pregnant
byYou’re 34 weeks pregnant now, mums! As you approach the final stages of your pregnancy, the 34th week marks another significant milestone. Your body…
Third Trimester: 33 Weeks Pregnant
byThis is an exciting milestone, mums! You’re official 33 weeks pregnant. Your baby is putting the finishing touches on their development, and your body…
Third Trimester: 32 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 32 weeks pregnant, you’re only two months away from meeting your little one! The countdown to meeting your little one is in full…
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…
Second Trimester: 21 Weeks Pregnant
byYou’re 21 weeks pregnant now, mummies! You’re past the halfway mark, and your baby is rapidly growing while your body continues to adapt in…
Third Trimester: 36 Weeks Pregnant
byYou’re 36 weeks pregnant now, mums! That’s 3 to 4 weeks left until you meet your bundle of joy. As you approach the final…
Third Trimester: 31 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 31 weeks pregnant, you’re well into the final trimester, with just nine weeks to go. This phase is all making preparations but also…
Third Trimester: 30 Weeks Pregnant
byAt 30 weeks pregnant, you’re well into the third trimester, with just ten weeks to go before meeting your little one. Each day brings…
Third Trimester: 29 Weeks Pregnant
byNow that you’re 29 weeks pregnant, you’re progressing beautifully through your third and final trimester. By now, your baby is growing rapidly, and your…
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…