According to the 2019 National Health and Morbidity Survey, over one in five Malaysian children below age 5 is considered stunted. As a loving parent who wants to ensure your child’s development is on track, how do you ascertain if they’re growing at a normal rate or otherwise? Continue reading
Surely, it’s every loving parent’s ultimate goal to raise a successful child – some succeed and some hit obstacles and uncertainty along the way. Is there anything we can do better today that can help pave the way for a successful future for our offspring? Continue reading
Preschools provide an environment for your child to learn through play, socialise and adopt academic skills, giving them a headstart in education before they begin primary school. Experts note that quality preschool programs are important to ensure early learners fully benefit from them. With this in mind, here are 10 things to consider when selecting the right preschool for your child. Continue reading
Physiological changes during pregnancy can affect posture. As a pregnant woman’s body weight increases by 15-25%, this will cause a significant burden on the tendons, ligaments, and joints. During pregnancy, a mother’s enlarged womb and increased breast volume will also shift the body’s centre of gravity to the front. Furthermore, the pelvis is tilted simultaneously, and along with increased lumbar lordosis, her posture can be affected. Continue reading
If you’re looking to buy a high chair for your little one, prepare to be absolutely spoilt for choice. Options are aplenty, what with physical as well as e-stores offering a dizzying array fitted with all sorts of bells and whistles, quickly landing you in a state of ‘analysis paralysis’. Continue reading
Breastfeeding is a natural process. However, chaotic work schedules, unforeseen circumstances, and fatigue may get in the way of feeding your baby. Moreover, gauging what supplies you need can be overwhelming. With multiple breast pumps to choose from, milk storage bags, breast pumping bras, and more to consider, there is certainly a lot to consider.
Every child needs vitamins for healthy growth and development. Fortunately, most kids have no issues getting all the nutrients they need when they eat a well-balanced diet. In this article by Dr Sharmini Pillay Datuk Sivaraman, General Paediatrician at Pantai Hospital Ayer Keroh, she discusses the essential vitamins for kids and how to ensure they get the vitamins they need. Continue reading
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Pre-school enrichment programmes are usually aimed at children between the ages of 3 and 9. Enrichment programmes are helpful as they impart important social skills, improve cognitive development and get your child ready for school. But, with so many such programmes available, how do you pick the most suitable one for your child’s individual learning style and personality?
Diaper care can present a steep learning curve, particularly for first-time parents who struggle with which diapers to buy, sizes and poop duty. Diaper-related issues, notably rashes or redness, can increase the level of difficulty. Here are some essential diapering tips from Dr Hemlatha Subramaniam, a Paediatrician from Pantai Hospital Sungai Petani, to make the task much more manageable. Continue reading
The second you hear your first-born’s cry for the first time, all the pain you endured during labour magically disappears, and your heart is filled with immense joy at the sight of your baby after carrying the little one in your belly for 9 months. Continue reading
