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Labour Pains Before 37 Weeks: What Should I Do?
Preterm birth is more common than you thought: One in 10 babies are born preterm — defined as before 37 weeks. Premature babies may...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Apr 16, 20242 min read


Second Trimester is the best time for babymoon
Months 3 to 6 is the most perfect time to go on a babymoon. Let’s pamper before your parenthood begins. The pre-baby vacation is best...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Mar 17, 20242 min read


What Happens in Second Trimester?
You're entering the “honeymoon period” of your pregnancy! Here's all you need to know about the second trimester. Back in Action For most...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Feb 24, 20241 min read


5 surprisingly simple ways to bond with your baby
It is not always “love at first sight” for every mother and her newborn. Adjusting to the mummy role is a psychological process that may...

Ms.Lilian Ong
Nov 26, 20232 min read


Aloe vera is not safe in pregnancy
Aloe vera may work wonder for your skin but its safety is worrisome in pregnancy. Aloe vera has many health benefits, but beware in...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Nov 15, 20231 min read


Finding a Paediatrician for your Baby
If you feel that your baby deserves the best medical attention, you’re not alone. Finding a good paediatric doctor (PD) whom you can...

Dr Christina Ong
Oct 25, 20232 min read


The mystique of induction & labour
How is induction done? Do I need one? You have heard this term many times, but what does it mean? Induction of labour (IOL) is a medical...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Oct 10, 20232 min read


Postnatal Blues
Your baby has arrived but instead of feeling happy, you feel sad, irritable and even angry at times. Why are you feeling down instead?...

Dr Annabelle Chow
Sep 28, 20232 min read


Recovering from childbirth: 4 things that you may expect
Delivering a baby puts immense strain on your body. Whether you had natural or caesarean delivery, your body undergoes a great deal of...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Sep 19, 20232 min read


What to expect at first postnatal visit
You’ve given birth to your baby while busy with breastfeeding and a new routine. When should you go for your first postnatal visit and...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Aug 27, 20232 min read


Egg Freezing
Elective egg freezing allows you to take control of your fertility. Egg freezing procedure is legally allowed in Singapore from July...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jul 17, 20231 min read


6 things you should know on elective egg freezing
#electiveeggfreezing has become the buzz word in Singapore and will be legally allowed from July 2023. While it is a giant step forward...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jun 25, 20232 min read


4 Important Vaccines for Confinement Nanny (including Your Helper)
Ideally, baby care-givers, should get vaccinations to protect your baby against infection. Your baby is vulnerable to infection as the...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
May 20, 20232 min read


#6 Questions on urine leakage during and after pregnancy
1. How common is urinary leakage (UI) during pregnancy? 40% of women suffer from urinary leakage during pregnancy. They experience UI in...

Maureen N. Aleste
Apr 26, 20232 min read


We are #2 Pregnancy Blog in Singapore
We are excited to announce that Pregnancy Singapore is featured in Feedspot as #2 Singapore blog! This is a huge honour and encouragement...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Apr 26, 20231 min read


Your Baby's 1st 1000 Days
The first 1000 days is the golden window of opportunity to optimise your baby's brain development and immunity. Don't lose this ONE...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Apr 16, 20231 min read


Safe Guide to Bathe Your Baby
Quick, safe and clean — here’s all you need to know to become an expert at bathing your baby. Of all the duties that come with taking...

Ms. Ong Ling Shing
Mar 23, 20232 min read


5 Confinement truths or myths
Confinement is enshrouded in Asian culture and many practices are deep-rooted. But are these confinement practices medically sound?...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Mar 8, 20232 min read


Infographic on subfertility in Singapore
4 in 10 couples face difficulty to conceive or fertility issue in Singapore. As fertility is a world-wide problem affecting many couples,...

Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Feb 19, 20231 min read


Fun facts on breastfeeding
Breastmilk is best first food for newborns and almost all mummies will initiate breastfeeding after delivery but unfortunately, the...

Mabel Goh
Nov 16, 20222 min read
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