Pregnancy 

#1 DHA is crucial for brain and eye development Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an important long-chain omega-3 fatty acid, which maintains the structure and f...

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 the right product may...

Epidural analgesia is said to have many side effects, how true are they? (Source: Pregnancy Singapore) Epidural analgesia (EA) is reliable and effective way ...

Confinement is enshrouded in Asian culture and many practices are deep-rooted. But are these confinement practices medically sound? Confinement is a special ...

A well thought-out birth plan sets your expectation for your delivery but get mentally prepared for the unexpected. “A birth plan is a guide but anything can...

Now is the time to gather all the essentials that you'll need for the delivery stay. So that you can stay calm when the day arrives. Many first-time parents ...

During labour, your doctor may decide for C-section right away. This can be a sudden decision if you or baby's health takes a turn for the worse and it’s too...

Is Natural Gender selection feasible? There is now a great deal of interest generated over this topic. Proponents of gender selection believe that it gives t...

Women who had a previous C-section may be still be suitable for VBAC. Consult your doctor. What is VBAC? VBAC is an acronym for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean ...

Every woman experiences and tolerates pain differently. Sometimes, focussed breathing is all that's needed to get through labour, while others may need pain ...

For first-time mom, recognising contraction pains is challenging. On one hand, you desire to go hospital in time but certainly don't want to be embarrassed f...

Miscarriage isn’t something that many women want to discuss because the loss maybe too personal or that the topic is taboo. Grieving over a miscarriage It is...

How to have a healthy weight gain during pregnancy? Read this. Eating healthy throughout pregnancy is the best thing you can do for your baby. Good nutrition...

Do you know the early symptoms of pregnancy? From nausea to fatigue, know what to expect. There are many common symptoms in pregnancy. You may or may not exp...

Consuming folic acid capsules is one of the important Do's. Read on to find out more. #1. Loud noises and horror movies in pregnancy Fear activates your ner...

Can I go for massage and aromatherapy during pregnancy? Read on for the do's and don'ts. #1. Massage and aromatherapy during pregnancy Massage is a wonderful...

A lot happens in the first few days after the arrival of your little one. You can expect physical and emotional changes. You’ll be feeding your baby a lot, ...

Losing your baby is a tragedy. Take your time to recover. Losing your baby at any stage is a traumatic event which will have an intense emotional impact on y...

You have heard of ‘bone marrow transplant’ or ‘stem cell transplant’ but not entirely sure what they mean. Fret not and let me explain. Cord blood is a rich ...

If your pregnancy is smooth sailing, plane travel is safe. This must be the most frequent question that my patient asks me. Can I fly in pregnancy? The answ...