Why do certain families choose to have only one child for their family? There are many reasons behind it. When you have only one child in a family, all your love and attention will be directed to the only child. The average global birth rate (based on no of birth per 1000 population) in 2021 … Read more
Getting to know that you are pregnant is the most joyful moment in life. There are risks and complications involved during your pregnancy that may affect the health of both mother and the baby. Therefore, understanding the complications in pregnancy that may arise is very important especially for first-time moms. In this article, you will … Read more
According to WHO, the Caesarean section rate for childbirth has increased globally for the past decades and it will continue to rise over the next decades. It is predicted nearly 1 out of 3 of childbirth are Caesarean section (~29%) when reaching 2030. These stats show the increasing trend of Caesarean section (CS) are those … Read more
Being a mom is the most rewarding job ever, but also the most exhausting. Our world most likely revolves around our kids and endless house chores—and if you’re a working mom, long list of tasks! We’re on duty 24/7 without any leaves or rest days, and getting a few minutes of a nap or an hour … Read more
Confinement is a normal practice for Malaysian-Chinese mothers after a baby is born. It is a way to keep the mother and the baby in a ‘quarantine” period of 28 – 40 days to ensure they are safe and recover well. It might sound a bit ‘restrictive” but it has become a culture that almost … Read more
Don’t be surprised if you suddenly have a strong urge for foods you do not normally eat during your pregnancy period of nine months. It is quite a normal occurrence that you wake up around the middle of the night looking for certain food in the fridge that even a few bites will satisfy your … Read more
What is Gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy? Affecting up to 10% of pregnant women in the US every year, Gestational diabetes (GD) should not be overlooked. Not only is your health affected, but your baby’s too. GD in Pregnancy is a common condition where blood sugar level increases, resulting in a problematic delivery if not treated … Read more
If you have been out of the workforce for quite some time now, going back would feel like a helluva crazy ride. Fear, excitement, joy, sadness, relief, and anxiety will surge through your chest all at once, but whether you’re a stay-at-home mom returning to the workforce or heading back to the office after taking maternity leave, both are serious trials for you … Read more
Being a working mom means juggling hundreds of responsibilities at once. Life now is more demanding and hectic than ever, even for stay-at-home moms, and deciding whether you should hire help or not is critical not only for your child but also for you. A common question for every mom out there is if should … Read more
Whether your child is a toddler or a teenager, being a mom is the most challenging job ever, though, it’s also the most rewarding. You are called to take on many roles, and building your professional life while raising your kids—that’s quite a task, supermomma. You work round the clock and your “salary”? Your child’s fulfillment. Some say … Read more
Do you know what is the importance of play in early childhood? We thought providing our children with basic needs such as food, shelter, and education is enough. Play does not often come as necessary. However, according to professionals in early childhood, play is a crucial part of healthy childhood development. In this blog, we … Read more
Some of you may wonder breastfeeding can be very easy for certain people, but there are still a small group of mommies think breastfeeding may not be a smooth process because you face some latching issue. One of the common problem is your baby is unable to latch well due to tongue-tie. I will be … Read more