Pregnancy 

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 by law in Singapore. They are safe, with no harm to your baby. #1 BCG Vaccine This is administered at birth and may produce a raised lesion at injection site of injection, usually appears 2-3 weeks later but will heal with a small scar. BCG prevents lung tuberculosis (T.B), which is a potentially fatal bacterial infection that can affect ot

Many parents ask about seeking Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatment for their children, and especially infants as they are worried of the safety of TCM at this age. #1 TCM is safe for infants from six months onwards. The smooth flow of Qi (energy) within our body is essential for the well-being of your baby. Paediatric Massage, aka Xiao Er Tui Na (小儿推拿), combines technique and TCM theory to regulate Qi flow in a child to promote good health and enhance immunity. This

Some babies may have malformed ears. Besides cosmesis, these problems impact negatively on a child’s psychological and social well-being. With the advent of ear moulding, ear malformations can be corrected non-surgically by wearing a splint only for a few weeks. The success rate is close to 90%. #1 When to start ear moulding The best timing for ear moulds is to start ASAP, preferably within 1st week of birth, for optimal result and least complication. However, ear moulding is

The time has arrived. Your cute little angel has suddenly transformed into a little uncooperative and unpredictable devil after age 2. Welcome to the terrible twos. "No" is his/her new favourite word! This is a challenging time. Why terrible 2s This is a transitional period as your baby grows to be a toddler. Trust me that this is transient although it feels long and dreadful. Your baby throws tantrums at the slightest dislike and wails for hours. He/she is learning to be ass

Fever is defined as a body temperature of 38 degrees Celsius or more. It is daunting for many parents who have to deal with a cranky child with a high fever. However, It is important to note that the degree of fever does not indicate the severity of the illness which causes the fever. When to bring the baby to see a doctor If your baby is is less than 3 months of age and having a fever, you should be bring the baby to see a doctor immediately to rule out serious infection. Ot

Diarrhoea is common amongst young infants. Most commonly, it is due to viral infection of the gut. Good news is that most diarrhoea will resolve spontaneously. And, it is safe to look after the young baby at home. #1. Hydrate, hydrate and hydrate Make sure you hydrate your baby well. If you are breastfeeding, continue frequent feeds. For formula feeds, consider switching to lactose-free or soy-based formula if diarrhoea persists for weeks. Try barley, rice-water or oral hydra

Colic may be the cause if your baby suddenly cries excessively and for a long time. How to tell baby's colic? Your baby with colic may cry for hours with no apparent reasons (ie not hungry, soiled or febrile). Colic tends to occur at the same time daily and usually after the evening feed. Your baby may become very agitated, clenching his/her fists and drawing up his/her legs. Otherwise, your baby is perfectly well. What causes colic? Unfortunately, nobody knows the root cause