Down syndrome affects many families in Malaysia in different ways. BabyTalk had a precious opportunity to speak with Dr Diana Osman of Sri Kota Specialist Medical Centre on the subject and this is what she had to share with us. Continue reading
A smooth and easy first pregnancy does not always guarantee the second one will be a similar experience. In fact, some women are unable to get pregnant or carry a pregnancy to term after already giving birth to one or more children. Continue reading
If your baby seems to be crying more than usual, despite you ensuring he’s fed, changed, and comforted, chances are, he may be experiencing something called colic. It’s said that one in every five babies will experience it between the first few weeks of their life till about four to six months. Colic is an exasperating yet common condition characterised as excessive crying or extended and repeated periods of crying or fussing in babies who are otherwise healthy and thriving. Read on… Continue reading
Toddlers seem to have the knack of getting dirty all the time. Sooner or later, parents will find the need to teach their toddlers about cleanliness and personal hygiene so that they will be able to ward off germs and bacteria that cause illnesses. Continue reading
A chaotic mind spells stress for the human body, and it’s even more so when you’re pregnant. It gives way to anxiety, panic attacks, unwanted thoughts, etc. Well, you might say that your mind seems to be on autopilot and you can’t control what comes in and goes out, but we’re here to tell you that you can and you should. Let us give you a few tips. Continue reading
If you’re expecting a baby, you’ve likely been planning ahead — stocking up on diapers, newborn clothes and blankets, as well as considering how you’ll name your new little one. The thing about childbirth is, you can never be certain what’s going to happen, for it can get out of control at any time and that’s where a well-established birth plan comes in helpful. As women become more aware of their rights to choices, even the atmosphere and procedures during labour can be pre-discussed in some hospitals. The way to do this is through a birth plan.
Did you know that not everyone that can’t get pregnant, or father a child is infertile? In fact, many couples out there who are still trying to get pregnant have no idea that the answer could be in the food that they’re eating (or, what they’re leaving out in their diets).
As technology continues to advance, our kids become more and more exposed to modern communication methods, so much so that hardly a school student nowadays can get by without the use of a cell phone. While this isn’t necessarily a bad thing, influences are aplenty due to the exposure to modern media. Continue reading
It seems like becoming a parent in these modern times is akin to emptying your wallets, and not to mention, your bank accounts for the endless needs of your offspring, isn’t it? Financial matters aside, (which by the way, is an exaggeration just to capture your attention), the true price of modern parenting today seems to be higher than one can imagine, for it has far more to do than just finances. Read on… Continue reading
What comes to your mind when we speak of malnourished children? A couple of decades ago, it would have been the image of children in a pitiful, starving state due to not having enough food to eat. Today, the image has changed, for a child could have plenty to eat, and still end up being malnourished. How is that so?
