The experience of being a new mom is filled with an array of emotions. One minute you’re feeling joy and the next, you may feel down, due to tiredness, concern, worry, etc. It’s perfectly normal to experience these changes of emotions, for they are, for most women, part and parcel of recovering after birthing a baby. Continue reading
Parenting is a series (let’s make that a never-ending series) of learning curves to get a pass. We’re practically learning as we go, aren’t we? Well, if you’re a parent of a baby who is heading towards weaning, you’re in luck. We’re listing down, ahead of time, a few things you’ll probably run into in the next few weeks or so. We hope some of them will serve you well as a heads up! Continue reading
Choosing baby clothes is definitely one of the highlights for all new parents or parents-to-be. While there are all sorts available out there in terms of designs, brands, color, material, etc, one important factor to always keep in mind is your baby’s comfort. You’ll soon see that all else comes second. Continue reading
Q: How can I tell if my baby has jaundice?
A: Jaundice is a very common condition affecting up to 75% of newborn babies and presents itself as yellowness of the skin and eyes. It usually happens during the first week of life. Continue reading
With the countless brands of baby food available in the supermarket nowadays, it’s only natural that manufacturers go the extra mile to make sure that their products stand out on the shelves, hence all those attractive illustrations, colours, and designs on baby food packagings. However, it’s the label on a baby food product that tells all. They tell so much that it might sometimes get confusing. Continue reading
As a parent, you would have realised by now that you can’t possibly watch over your baby all through the day and night. When your baby is asleep, for instance, especially at night, he may not be under your watchful eye due to the fact that you too would probably be asleep. While no sleeping arrangement can offer you a 100% guarantee of safety for a baby, there are many things you can do to create the safest possible sleeping environment. Continue reading
When your baby is unwell, it can be quite a heart-racing time for you, particularly if you’re a first-time parent. Needless to say, your baby will be uncomfortable and irritable, and this will be reflected in his behaviour – fussing, crying, rubbing his face, etc. Continue reading
Experts say that massaging a baby, especially when it’s done routinely, reaps great benefits for the little one’s well being. This loving skin-to-skin contact does more than just keep your baby happy. Here are some of the extra benefits tied to baby massage: Continue reading
If your baby’s diaper area develops red spots, raised bumps, or looks raw and inflamed, chances are, your little one is having a bout of diaper rash. It’s not uncommon for a baby to experience it, yet it may be a tad daunting for first-time parents to have to deal with it. We hope this article helps. Continue reading
We all know there are spa centres all over town that offer spa treatments for expectant and new moms, but there are not many that offer spa treatment for the little ones. That’s a shame though, for if you have visited a spa recently or do so often, you would know that the minute you enter it gives you a sense of calm. Why not create your baby spa at home? Continue reading
