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What you should eat if you have anaemia in pregnancy?
Every mother will go through physical changes during pregnancy. Blood volume increases by 30% and dilutes her body’s haemoglobin....

Suzanne Khor
Nov 26, 20201 min read
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Conception calculator to help you get pregnant
Our Singapore government had recently announced a $3000 baby support grant for babies born from 1 OCT 2020 to 30 SEP 2022. If you are...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Oct 15, 20201 min read
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I am Rhesus Negative. Can I test my baby's Rhesus type in pregnancy?
What is Rhesus (Rh) blood type? We inherit our blood types (A, B, O and AB) from our parents. These blood types are further categorised...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Oct 10, 20202 min read
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The pain of pregnancy loss
Miscarriage is often misunderstood. There are no words to describe the sadness of a grieving mother. It does not matter when this occurs...

Ms Jasmine Yeo
Sep 14, 20201 min read
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TOP 9 Important Nutrients for Fertility and Pregnancy
What are the important nutrients for fertility and pregnancy? Remember to keep to recommended daily dose too. More is NOT better. Happy...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Aug 9, 20201 min read
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Importance of Counting Kicks
Cord accidents are worst tragedies to avoid in pregnancy. Follow your motherly instinct to monitor your baby's kicking movements....

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jul 23, 20201 min read
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Breastfeeding is best for mother and baby
Over the years, many breastfeeding facts and myths have intrigued our minds. Most women did it willingly, some chose not to while some,...

Ms Amalia Liberman
Jul 11, 20202 min read
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5 ways to deal with Mom’s guilt
“There’s no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one – Jill Churchill” Mom's guilt is real. A tiny voice inside you...

Ms Jasmine Yeo
Jun 25, 20202 min read
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Is flexitarian diet safe in pregnancy?
What is a flexitarian diet? A flexitarian diet is mainly a plant-based diet whilst including white meat, fish and dairy occasionally. The...

Suzanne Khor
Jun 13, 20202 min read
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Infographic on infertility
Have you been trying for a baby for some time? Most couples conceive within one year of trying. Medical and lifestyle factors may be...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
May 21, 20201 min read
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Skin allergies in children
3 must-know common skin allergies in children Not sure what triggers your child’s skin condition? You may be looking for food triggers...

Dr Liew Hui Min
Apr 22, 20202 min read
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5 Optional vaccines to consider for your child
Wondering if you should vaccinate your child with Rotavirus or Chickenpox vaccine? Read on. Optional vaccinations for your child #1...

Dr Wendy Sinnathamby
Mar 20, 20202 min read
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INFOGRAPHIC: Coronavirus can infect pregnant mothers
Drawing of Covid-19 virus by a 5-year old child (Luke Tan) Read on to learn how to reduce your risks of infection. #2019nCoV#virusfree...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Mar 4, 20201 min read
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5 things mums should know about the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19)
#1 What is coronavirus? Can i get infected in pregnancy? Coronavirus is contagious and can be easily transmitted from person to person....

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Feb 7, 20202 min read
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Knowing your kid's vaccination
All you need to know for your baby's compulsory vaccinations. You may not be aware that there are 5 important vaccines that are mandatory...

Dr Wendy Sinnathamby
Jan 20, 20202 min read
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My newborn baby looks yellow, should I be worried?
Understand physiological jaundice Fret not! Jaundice is common in newborns. 25-50% of them have jaundice during first 2-3 days of life,...

Dr Irene Teo
Jul 29, 20192 min read
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5 Must-do things before your first antenatal visit
Congratulations! You are now officially pregnant. The urine pregnancy test is positive very clearly and strongly. Read on for 5 must-do...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Apr 8, 20192 min read
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Beware of kidney stones in pregnancy
Kidney stones are excruciating when you are pregnant. They are more difficult to be diagnosed and treated. During the third trimester,...

Dr Tan Yung Khan
Apr 1, 20191 min read
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Debunking 5 myths on epidural
Epidural analgesia is said to have many side effects, how true are they? (Source: Pregnancy Singapore) Epidural analgesia (EA) is...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 29, 20182 min read
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Episiotomy - the "cut" demystify
Once a routine part of childbirth, an episiotomy is now recommended only in selected deliveries. When you are at full dilatation (10...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 22, 20182 min read
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