Category: Lifestyle

  • What’s to Know About Nursing Bras

    Nursing bras are specially designed to make your breastfeeding experience easier. All nursing bras are equipped with easy one-hand release clip at the bra strap for easy access for the baby.  Different Types of Nursing Bras 1.    Underwired Nursing Bras 2.    Non-Underwired Nursing Bras a.    Lightly Padded Cotton Nursing Bras b.  …

  • Postpartum Sex, A Chat with Holly Jean

    Starting up sex again after the birth of a child can be a fraught issue for new parents. We chatted with blogger Holly Jean (www.hollyjean.sg) about this and how couples can overcome the challenges.  1. How do I feel sexy again after giving birth? By not comparing your postpartum body to other women, especially models…

  • Travel with Babies and Infants like a Pro!

    For first-time parents especially, travelling with an infant or toddler in tow can feel like a daunting task. With a little planning and preparation, however, it is not impossible. Part 1: Booking the trip The decisions you make here will go a long way. Depending on the airline’s policy, some may not allow babies below…

  • Making Healthy Meals for Kids

    Sharon Lam is a food blogger, kitchen whisperer and a devoted mother of two beautiful girls, age 5 and 6. She is also the co-founder of Cookit.SG, a cook kit home delivery program based on a grain/gluten-free, sugar-free, legume-free, lactose-free, paleolithic diet. She believes in setting boundaries and spending quality time with her daughters. She…

  • Secrets to Preparing Nutritious Homemade Super Foods

    Super foods are everyday foods that are rich in all the nutrients and antioxidants to support a healthy body. Examples of super foods for babies include blueberries, organic yogurt, prunes, avocadoes, bananas, broccoli, kale and sweet potatoes. Because there is already so little that babies consume each day, it is important for them to take…

  • Common Home Remedies for Babies

    Any parent would tell you that having a sick child at home is no joke. Babies are distressed while parents struggle to provide comfort and relief. For more serious cases, parents should seek medical attention immediately. Otherwise, there are home remedies that might help deal with common ailments. 1. For coughs and nasal congestions A…

  • Where to go for Family-Friendly Weekends  

    For a small island city, Singapore certainly has no lack of restaurants. But for families with young ones, weekend brunches can be a harrowing affair if the selected venue turns out to be unsuitable.   When it comes to choosing dining venues, parents are just as much in need of a good time as are…

  • Co-working Spaces for Enterprising Parents

    Very often, being a working parent of young children is like having two full-time jobs. Instead of a regular job that may not allow the flexible hours, some choose to be self-employed for the freedom to work entirely on their own terms. In such cases, joining a co-working space is a brilliant way to set…

  • Understanding Insurance Coverage For Expectant Mothers and Newborns

    Bringing a child into this world can be a life-changing experience, especially for first-time parents. Securing adequate insurance protection is one of the best ways to prepare yourself and your family for the arrival of a new baby. Read on for some frequently asked questions that might help you in your planning. MATERNITY INSURANCE If…

  • What does it really take to home-school your child? (Hint: super powers not required.)

    Not so long ago, the concept of home-schooling in Singapore would be almost unheard of. Today, things have changed. We hear of more people pursuing unconventional life choices, home-schooling is one example. Parents choose home-based education for their children rather than the formal classroom learning.   In this article, we aim to shed some light…