Massage is a therapy that has the ability to calm your tense nerves, promote blood circulation and leave you feeling relaxed. The effect in babies is even more significant than in adults. A wailing baby can calm down the moment you pick her up. She will feel secure, at ease and warm. Preterm babies are…
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You have finally met your newborn. You felt the kicks and movements during your second and third trimesters; kicks that sometimes felt like she was in a Taekwondo competition! You, at times, could not sleep due to fatigue, numerous visits to the loo, hot pain on your legs… The list is endless. The countdown to…
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Reproduction is the cornerstone of humanity’s existence; it is through breeding that all species can give rise to offspring that will continue the species. For Singaporeans, reproduction requires the parents to craft a careful and well thought-out plan, and only on rare occasions do children come as an accident. From pregnancy to childbirth, the mother undergoes…
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Your body has just experienced one of the most extraordinary things it will ever do: give birth to another human being. Regardless how your delivery went, your body has been subjected to trauma. The period after giving birth, also known as the postnatal, comes with its fair share of problems. Modern mothers often source for…
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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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Childbirth is a joyous moment for a new mother. This is because she gets not only relief from pregnancy but also an opportunity to see her new bundle of joy. However, the period after birth for most mums marks the beginning of a tiresome journey. With demands of the modern life looming, most moms work…
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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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