Tag: baby

  • Food Allergies and the 4-Day Wait Rule

    An allergy is an abnormal reaction by the body’s immune system to some substance. An allergic reaction to food occurs when the body perceives an ingested food as a threat and overproduces antibodies to counteract it. A 4 to 7 Day Waiting Period after the Introduction of Each New Food When your baby eats a…

  • 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.  …

  • 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…

  • Getting into The Post-Maternity Groove

    After four months of maternity leave, it’s time to head back to work. Will you be able to adjust to the new schedule? Can you manage the workload on all fronts? Do you feel mentally prepared? With a little planning and the right support, your post-maternity life will be less daunting than it seems!  …

  • Checklist for Your Last Month of Pregnancy

    You can be a bundle of nerves or bursting with excitement. Or a bit of both. The last month of pregnancy is an important period as your baby’s expected due date is finally approaching after months of eager anticipation. As you await the delivery of your family’s new addition, the following is a checklist to…

  • What You Should Know When Choosing Your Baby’s Name

    Choosing your baby’s name is perhaps one of the first decisions you and your spouse will make for him or her. For many parents, this can be daunting as the decision will stick with them for life. To complicate matters, Asian parents have to consider their baby’s Chinese, Indian or Malay name, depending on their…

  • Tips to Helping Your Baby Develop in the First Year

    Whether you are a wide-eyed first-time parent or seasoned parent of four, watching your newborn develop from an infant to a toddler in the first year brings about immense gratification and joy. During this period, your child will chart many significant developmental milestones. And as parents, we will always be our baby’s greatest fans as…

  • Fun Activities that Pregnant Mums Should Pursue

    Even though there seems to be an endless list of don’ts that mothers and mother-in-laws like to impose, pregnant mums can still afford to have fun. The following are some activities that pregnant mums can do to inject some fun. With engaging and uplifting activities to occupy your time, you’ll find your pregnancy pass in…

  • Craniosynostosis. Woes of not planning ahead with Insurance

    Most children can recall memories from when they are around 3 years of age. Do you remember when you were 3? The average 3-year-old is curious and loves to ask “Why?” This is a great age for dress-up and a fun activity for a playdate. This is also the time that children may develop close…

  • Insurance that covers Club foot!

    Introduction to Prenatal Insurance Mdm C was introduced to me by one of my clients. She was expecting her first baby then. Mdm C heard about the benefits of the prenatal protection policies and she wanted to get her baby covered as early as possible. She took up the relevant insurance together with a whole…