Toddlers can be quite a picky, fussy bunch when it comes to eating wholesome, healthy foods. Unless you’ve painstakingly ensured that your little one’s taste is trained for foods rich in vitamins and minerals, there is a high chance that certain nutritional gaps have to be attended to. Read on… Continue reading
It’s not uncommon for a little child to feel a tad jealous of a new sibling, partly due to the fact that suddenly, he or she isn’t the only person who has mom and dad’s attention and affections anymore. And while there will eventually be plenty of upsides to having a brother or sister, easing the transition from the only child to the oldest child will take a bit of patience and planning. Continue reading
Are you a nursing mom, or do you plan to go down that route? Well, congrats, then, for breastfeeding has been recognised worldwide by experts, scientists, and doctors as the best nutrition source for infants, one that paves the way for many lifelong benefits for your child. Yes, it’s good for now and for later too! How so? Read on… Continue reading
BabyTalk interviewed Dr. Shalini Shanmugam, Consultant Pediatrician from Columbia Asia Hospital, Petaling Jaya on the subject of Rotavirus, and here is the outcome. Continue reading
Surely you’ve noticed it — On one hand you are advised to breastfeed exclusively for at least six months and on the other hand you have famous brands of baby foods labeled from four months onward. Continue reading
Even as infants, babies thrive on attention or interaction and the quality of that interaction, coupled with the attention and care provided by caregivers can have an impact on their development. Continue reading
Who can resist a soft toy? Sewn from a textile such as cotton cloth, velvet, towelling or terrycloth, soft toys are stuffed with soft material such as soft synthetic fiber batting; cotton; straw or wood wool to give them that soft, cuddly feel. Read on to get just a bit more acquainted with these ageless toys and for tips on safety measures and how to care for them. Continue reading
For toddlers between the age of 1 and 3, tantrums often stem from trying to communicate a need, e.g. hunger, a soiled diaper, a toy that’s out of reach, etc, but not being successful due to lack of language skills. When all their attempts to let you know what they want to fail, they might resort to throwing a fit. Continue reading
The dangers of smoking are now common knowledge, but now and then, it’s good to have a sobering reminder, especially if you happen to be a pregnant smoker. Continue reading
Growing a food garden, whether directly from the ground or in containers or pots is an enriching experience. Vegetables, herbs, fruits… what better way to go organic than to grow your fresh produce? If you’ve been toying with the idea of growing a food garden, read on. Continue reading
