26 March 2020
Right after birth, your new baby is immediately dependent on you for all his needs, including the need to rest when he is tired. Very often, mothers of very young children look forward to the day when their babies are developmentally advanced enough to soothe themselves to sleep, because how well-rested your baby is, affects […]
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26 February 2020
Breastfeeding has many benefits for babies and mummies. However, it is a skill that needs to be picked up by both mother and baby. Some may learn it faster than others, but contrary to what most mums think, this learning process may not be instinctive nor is it one that naturally falls in place for […]
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1 February 2020
At week 41, if your expected delivery date has come and gone and your bun is still nestling comfortably in your oven, don’t worry just yet! Pregnancy Week 41 – 42: Large watermelon Your baby is now the size of a large watermelon! He may be 55cmto 70cm long and may weigh about 3.5kg […]
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29 December 2019
Most parents usually look out for gross motor skills development in their baby, but did you know that oral motor development should be observed as well? Oral motor development refers to the use and function of the lips, tongue, jaw, teeth, and the hard and soft palates. The movement and coordination of these structures are […]
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8 December 2019
Congratulations! You are in the eighth month of your pregnancy, which means there’s just one more month to go! Week 33: Pineapple Your baby is now about the size of a pineapple! He is between 40 and 48cm long and weighs between 1.7 and 2.1kg. This week, your baby’s bones are hardened with the exception of the […]
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15 November 2019
Did you know that babies grow tremendously in the first year of their life? From helpless newborns to learning how to sit, crawl, walk and talk, the first 12 months is full of milestones for your baby. This list of developmental milestones will help you see if your child is on track or if there […]
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27 October 2019
In Singapore, infant care centres offer educare services to newborns from 2 months old till 18 months old. It is an option for working parents who are unable to look after their infants during the day. Making the decision of sending your baby to an infant care centre is the first big step forward. […]
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29 August 2019
Mums, does it seem like your kids behave differently when you are around them? Remember that full-fledged meltdown with theatrical waterworks in the middle of the toy store that was reserved for you only? What about that night when you gave her fresh milk in a cup but she start screaming because she really […]
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11 August 2019
Does “nipple confusion” sound mind boggling? Nipple confusion refers to a situation where a baby develops problems with latching on the breast after he or she is used to drinking milk from a bottle. Nipple confusion could also arise from being given a pacifier. Although both latching and sucking from a bottle appear […]
Read More2 August 2019
Congratulations and welcome to the second trimester -you’re almost at the halfway mark! Many pregnant mums call this the “honeymoon period” as their energy levels seem to bounce back during this time. Also, your dresses from pre-pregnancy days might start to feel tighter, so you might want to swap them out for dresses with […]
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