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Cara Memakai Bengkung Berkesan Ketika Berpantang
Memakai bengkung adalah salah satu amalan adat Melayu yang masih kekal sehingga hari ini. Walaupun ramai yang mengamalkannya dengan tujuan lebih mengharapkan tubuh badan kembali ke bentuk seperti sebelum melahirkan anak, berbengkung semasa pantang mempunyai banyak faedah lain. Antara faedah berbengkung termasuklah membuang angin dalam badan, melancarkan proses pengeluaran darah kotor serta membantu menguatkan tulang belakang dan…
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Insomnia During Pregnancy- How to Select A Maternity Pillow
Does welcoming parenthood also welcome a world of sleeplessness ???? Doesn’t it unfair that when you need it the most, you can’t get it? Difficulty in falling or staying asleep hits especially hard in the third trimester of pregnancy, when it’s estimated to affect more than 75% of expectant mums. You should read the below…
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Baby Ring Sling FAQs
Babywearing in a baby ring sling makes life easier from newborn up to toddler. Before embarking on this journey, ensure you learn the correct way of babywearing and explore its benefits. Q1: Can I use the ring sling to carry newborn babies? Yes, babywearing helps recreate a womb-like environment, making the baby feel safe. We…
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Breast Milk Composition is Different in Day & Night?!
2024-01-02 11:15:02 So, what exactly is in breast milk? In a nutshell, we have: Water Protein Carbs Fats Minerals Bacteria Antibodies Immune cells Hormones Yes, water is in your breast milk so your newborn doesn’t need to take an extra glass of water! Not only liquid but breast milk provides the right amount of energy…
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Be Alert to Pregnancy Flu
When experiencing the flu during pregnancy, it’s essential to be cautious about medication and potential risks to your unborn baby. Studies suggest that pregnant women with influenza face heightened risks, including miscarriage and stillbirths. Additionally, hospitalization due to the flu may result in premature birth or lower birth weight for the baby. It’s crucial to…
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Childbirth Trilogy #3: The Delivery of Placenta and Done!
2024-01-02 11:15:01 You’ve just gone through the most painful part of labor and delivered your baby safe and sound. Congratulations, the hard work is over! You’re only left with delivering the placenta out of your birth canal. The delivery of the placenta is important to your health after giving birth – retention in your body…
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Was that a good latch on? Why am I experiencing nipple pain?
2024-01-02 11:15:01 You’ve probably watched tons of breastfeeding-related tutorials online but when it comes to actually nursing your newborn, everything feels different. Especially if you don’t have a lactation consultant to seek help, how are you going to ensure your baby is latching on correctly? We’ve listed out some rules for you to self-assess if…
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Childbirth Trilogy #1: The 3 Stages of Labour
Each of your birth experiences is special and unique. You can never know if this one’s going to be a quick pain or a long-hours exhausting labour experience. However, it’s always helpful to know the different stages of labour to prepare ahead for what is expected. Childbirth happens in 3 phases: Labour, Delivery of your…
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Breastfeeding Benefits: For Mom and Baby
We couldn’t stress more on breastfeeding importance. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) even recommends exclusive breastfeeding (only breast milk, no water, no formula, no solid food) for 6 months. Why do pediatricians care about all these? Because they know the many advantages of human milk to babies, to mums, and the environment. Let’s take…
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How Long Should I Breastfeed For? When to Wean Off?
Moms are usually worried about the ‘time’, when is the right time to start? Am I starting too late, too early? Will that make any difference to my baby? Nursing Session Nursing session duration varies from baby to baby, nursing from 15 to 30 minutes is average. If you’re nursing last way lower or way above this…
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