Did you know that your immune system plays a big part in helping you get pregnant, stay pregnant and deliver your baby? However, this also leaves you more susceptible to infections as your immune system is in a state of flux while your body undergoes some really intense changes during pregnancy. Here’s what to expect …
Freedom and Privacy in their Online Interactions Some of us with older kindergarteners might have faced this already with online classes – they find our presence to be embarrassingly uncool in front of their teachers and peers. The current generation actively uses the internet and various media platforms, at an unprecedented rate. If adults have …
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Nutritionists believe that our cravings are rooted in nutritional deficiencies. So, what could those cravings mean? We empathise with every mother who is struggling with cravings that are hard to deny, yet trying to stick to a specific diet due to religion, personal beliefs or other reasons. Check out our guide below for possible substitutions! …
Inflammatory foods to avoid Much of the literature out there is very Western-focused, so we’ve taken it upon ourself to hit the ground, do the research, read the labels and customise this list for Asian kitchens. With our help, we hope that you and your family can gain a deeper and better understanding of how …
Eating Well, Eating Right Most of us would fondly remember the food pyramid being taught to us in schools, but with more scientific studies and research conducted on food and nutrition, the Health Promotion Board launched its new My Healthy Plate in 2014, to reflect the significant changes in its nutrition recommendations. (source: HealthHub SG) …
All you want to do is wolf down that cupcake sitting on your kitchen counter. Instead, you reach behind it for an apple to satisfy your hunger pangs. As painful as that choice may have been, it was probably a wise one because watching your sugar intake while you are pregnant is crucial in ensuring …
If you have a bun in the oven and are wondering when you can start bonding with your unborn baby – you won’t have to wonder much longer. A foetus typically develops a sense of hearing as early as 18 weeks of pregnancy and because its ears are still immature and developing at this stage, …
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As a working mum, it is hard to create a work-life balance for yourself when you’ve got your kids to think about at home and a career to manage. Whether you’re a first-time mum or at your third kid, it doesn’t always get easier. From sending kids to school, attending work meetings on time, then …
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How do you feel when pregnant? Pregnancy brings about many changes over 9 months, the most visible being the appearance of a baby bump. If you’re a first-time mother, this may be the most wondrous and curious part of pregnancy as you experience your belly getting bigger and bigger. But what exactly does your belly …