Your body has just experienced one of the most extraordinary things it will ever go through; giving birth to another human being. Regardless of how your delivery went, taking the time to let your body recover from the childbirth is a must. The period after giving birth, also known as the postnatal, comes with its…
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The expectation of a baby will fill you with joy. Unlike in the past when one could say a baby was a surprise, today’s advancements in technology have helped parents learn more about their child, even before birth. Parents can even know the gender of the baby while still in the womb. These medical advancements…
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For most new mothers, stepping into parenthood means saying goodbye to restful, uninterrupted sleep. As much as you would like to sleep more and sleep well, it is just not possible when you have a newborn waking up once every few hours in the night. While you might be thinking to just let getting minimum…
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There’s no escaping the fact that babies cry. However, it’s often quite frustrating for a new parent when the newborn does not stop crying. What could be the problem? Not knowing the cause of your baby’s persistent crying can be enough to drive you crazy. Often, an experienced and skilful confinement nanny always able to…
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Today, confinement may seem an outdated practice, but it does help a new mother get through her toughest days. The period is one month long, during which mothers are placed on a particular diet and adhere to a strict dress code. Considering the dynamics of the current Singaporean culture and advocacy for liberal minds, some…
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During the confinement period after childbirth, a new mother should be resting as much as possible. Her body needs the time to recuperate after the exhausting procedure. As a result, new mothers are often unable to perform typical household chores, much less cook for herself and the baby. This is where confinement meals come in.…
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After a baby’s delivery, several key players help the mother take care of the baby. Besides the baby’s father, it might also be good to seek advice from reliable professionals, especially if this is the couple’s first child. As a mother, you should also identify any unusual experiences that may call for attention by professionals,…
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Pregnancy and delivery can bring physical and emotional strains that affect not only the mother but also her newborn. After childbirth, you will go through various physiological changes including a reduction of pregnancy hormones and an increase in milk production hormones to facilitate breastfeeding. All these may sound like they will not affect you much,…
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