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  • 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…

  • The Pacifier Predicament: To Give or Not to Give?

    For many mothers, there is nothing more heart-wrenching than the incessant cries of an inconsolable baby. We instinctively rock and cuddle, coo and cajole, hoping that it is enough to calm the little one. There are times, however, when a mother’s touch does not quite work and that is when some may turn to a…

  • How Hormones Wreck Havoc After Pregnancy and Ways to Restore Balance

    Severe mood swings and persistent fatigue are not uncommon after pregnancy. Just when you thought you finally have your body back, you learn that your body is still adjusting from pregnancy and delivery. But fret not, there are ways to restore hormonal balance so that your hormones can stop waging a war with your body.…

  • Why Do You Need Maternity Insurance When You Already Have MediShield Life?

    In Singapore, all citizens and Permanent Residents have a basic insurance plan under MediShield Life (formerly known as MediShield). This is our nation’s answer to basic hospitalisation coverage and select outpatient treatments for the majority. Of which, MediShield Life premiums will be paid from an individual’s Medisave account. For pregnant mothers, there is even a…

  • Coping with Working-Mum Guilt

    Parenting is not a walk in the park. Whether you fall into the category of stay-at-home, working-mum, or work-from-home for that matter, there are unique challenges that await. While stay-at-home mums tend to feel stifled and unappreciated for their contribution towards the family, on top of never knowing how their career would have panned out…

  • Why Natural Childbirth is Gaining Popularity?

    Most mothers stick to the conventional approach of giving birth in hospitals in Singapore. But there is growing popularity among mothers to conceive naturally as a way to regain childbirth control. The desire to give birth in a natural way, in the absence of medication and interventions, also stems from better understanding about our body’s…

  • Why and How Dads Can Help in Breastfeeding

    Breastfeeding is often thought to be a process between mother and baby. However, many are realising that fathers play an important role in this as well. As a key figure in the family unit, fathers can and should support their spouse in breastfeeding through tangible actions. And this involvement can affect whether a mother chooses…

  • Bleeding During a Pregnancy. When is it not Okay?

    Bleeding or spotting is not entirely uncommon during pregnancy. In fact, nearly one in three pregnancies will experience this. For most women, this is harmless and will not jeopardise the pregnancy. However, it can be indicative of complications in a pregnancy. This is why bleeding during pregnancies must be addressed by an obstetrician/gynaecologist. Bleeding in…

  • Birth Order and How It Affects a Child’s Personality

      Your children have inherited the same set of genes from yourself and your spouse. So technically, they cannot be too different right? But think again. Other than in the looks department, many psychologists are saying that birth order plays a part in shaping a child’s personality. And this stems a lot from how parenting…