5 key facts about DHA and your baby's development
#1 DHA is crucial for brain and eye development Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an important long-chain omega-3 fatty acid, which maintains...
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Dr Rachael Teo
Jan 15, 20192 min read
4 tips for good skin in pregnancy
Now you may be wondering what you can apply on your face that is safe for baby. With so many lotions and potions on the market, finding...
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Dr E-Shawn Goh
Dec 26, 20181 min read
Should I do LASIK surgery while pregnant?
You’re keen to have LASIK surgery, but you’re now expecting. Is it safe to do the operation during pregnancy? The short answer is that...
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Dr Marina Teh
Dec 25, 20181 min read
Braces in pregnancy
If you have crooked teeth, you may be wondering if it’s safe to have braces while you’re pregnant. Read on. Pregnancy will affect the...
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Dr Hwang Yee Cheau
Dec 24, 20181 min read
Dental care & pregnancy
Morning sickness and tiredness can cause dental caries, so make sure that you visit your dentist. I cannot over-emphasize the importance...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 19, 20182 min read
Healthy diet in Pregnancy
How to have a healthy weight gain during pregnancy? Read this. Eating healthy throughout pregnancy is the best thing you can do for your...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 18, 20182 min read
Eating right for Breastfeeding
Should you avoid certain food types to prevent your baby from developing allergies? While breastfeeding, eating well to enhance your...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20182 min read
Constipation during pregnancy
Wondering what it feels like to be constipated while pregnant? You might have that “stopped up” feeling, abdominal discomfort or have...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20183 min read
Pregnancy acne - you are not alone
Acne is common during pregnancy. In fact, more than one out of every two pregnant women can expect to develop acne. In some cases, the...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20181 min read
Can I prevent stretch marks?
The stretching and distension of the bump causes the skin to have micro-tears which are are known as striae gravidarum (SG). SG are...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20182 min read
Sweating during pregnancy
This may be the reason for pregnancy glow. During pregnancy, hormone level and more blood flow to a warmer body cause more profuse...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20182 min read
6 useful tips for hair loss
You notice that your hair is falling out in clumps and it is frightening. Fret not, hair loss is normal after delivery. During pregnancy...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20182 min read
5 tips to prevent dark skin in pregnancy
Has your skin darkened since pregnancy? What is the little pregnancy stripe? It's common to have blotchy dark spots when you're pregnant,...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 11, 20181 min read
Excessive drooling in pregnancy
Can't stop drooling? Pregnancy may come with some annoying experiences and excessive salivation is one of them. It's perfectly normal to...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20181 min read
My bellybutton is painful during pregnancy
Most women experience some discomforts in pregnancy. One pain that may be unexpected? Bellybutton pain. Pain in the belly button is a...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20181 min read
Swollen legs during pregnancy
During pregnancy, the body produces more blood to cope with the needs of the developing baby. Swelling is normal in pregnancy due to...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20181 min read
5 warning signs to stop exercises
Exercise during pregnancy is recommended after first trimester and is safe. Exercise is beneficial for both you and baby. Too much...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20181 min read
5 exercise risks in pregnancy
Exercise during pregnancy is safe and beneficial for both mother and baby. But there can be inherent risks. While exercise is a safe for...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20182 min read
Sleepiness during pregnancy
Almost all pregnant women have trouble sleeping at some point. And it's not surprising, considering that when you're pregnant, nausea,...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 8, 20181 min read
No horror movie in pregnancy
In Chinese culture, the belief is that by looking at pictures of cute babies, you will have a cute child. Conversely, stay away from...
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