Postpartum Anger: An Overlooked Emotional Change
byWhen people talk about life after childbirth, the emotions that usually come to mind are joy, love, or sometimes sadness. Postpartum depression has finally…
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Perineal Massage 101: Prepping for Labour
byPregnancy has a way of introducing you to body parts you previously never gave much thought to. The perineum is one of them. Somewhere…
Feeling Bored? Science Says It Might Be a Good Thing
byIf you’re a parent, you’re probably not a stranger to boredom. Sitting in traffic, doing laundry, or cooking dinner for the third night in…
Eating for Two, or Eating for You? Debunking the Myth
byFew phrases follow pregnant women around as stubbornly as eating for two. It is said with a smile, a wink, and often a second…
From Botox to Fillers: The Rise of Beauty Treatments
byBeauty has always been a woman’s cross to bear. Society can be unkind if you’re not pretty enough or skinny enough or wear just…
How Exercise Promotes A Smooth Delivery
byExercise during pregnancy can be a surprisingly controversial topic. Some people may picture expectant mums lifting weights or running marathons and immediately panic. Others…
When the Vape Looks Like a Toy: Singapore’s New High-Tech Smoking Trap for Kids
byWe don’t need a crash course about why smoking (and vaping) is bad for you. It’s common sense at this point. But there’s a…
Unusual Pregnancy Symptoms You Should Watch Out For
byPregnancy comes with its fair share of well-known changes. Morning sickness, food cravings, fatigue, and swollen feet are practically part of the brochure. But…
Too Much Screen Time Too Soon? A*Star Study Links Infant Screen Exposure To Brain Changes And Teen Anxiety
byChildren exposed to high levels of screen time before age two showed changes in brain development that were linked to slower decision-making and increased…
Here’s What You Should Know Before Your Next Pap Smear Appointment
byBooking a Pap smear rarely feels exciting. For many mums, it sits somewhere between “important but uncomfortable” and “I’ll get to it after the…
