Parenting Column

Is your child having trouble sleeping? Getting enough quality sleep is crucial for a child’s development and well-being as it affects their mood, attention, learning, and memory. According to research, children who do not get adequate sleep on a regular basis may have a weakened immune system and suffer anxiety...

There are many benefits of breastfeeding for both mum and baby. Breast milk contains antibodies that boost your baby’s immune system and also protects mum against cancer, heart disease and diabetes.   Breastfeeding has long been strongly recommended by health experts and we hear so much about the many benefits...

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) is a viral infection common among children. While the virus is present throughout the year, seasonal outbreaks are a frequent occurrence in childcares, schools, and kindergartens. Like other viral infections, HFMD is extremely contagious and can be spread through contact with the blisters on...

Staying at home meant that we had more time on our hands. You could be tinkering in the kitchen whipping up a new recipe, or you could be like me, scrolling through social media and checking out buzzy at-home skincare devices — think Swedish-based FOREO’s BEAR or the NuFACE Trinity,...

Expecting twins or expecting a second child? Try the Joolz Geo2, which offers a dual-seating option while keeping the same streamlined silhouette.   Thoughtfully designed, Joolz strollers are compact, easy to unfold and manoeuvre single-handedly. Even better, the company fights climate change with sustainable practices in its office, fabrics and...

Avoid the common boobytraps that new mums face with useful breastfeeding advice and techniques from Leila Ng Caceres.   Prepare for breastfeeding and avoid common pitfalls that new mums face with Leila Ng Caceres, certified doula, birth and baby coach. She dishes out breastfeeding advice and techniques, so you can...

No one really knows how chickenpox got its name. Some have speculated that the itchy disease was named after the chickpea-like blisters that it causes on the skin; others have compared the blisters to peck marks made by a chicken.   Whatever the case, what we do know about chickenpox...

Have a well-balanced diet to support your health and breastfeeding journey with your little one.   Wondering what to eat during your breastfeeding journey? Learn about the breastfeeding nutrition guidelines from our experts. These include alcohol and caffeine limitations, and what to eat after confinement from both evidence-based scientific and...

Your skin goes through many changes during pregnancy; from stretch marks and acne to itchiness and rashes, it’s important to learn how to deal with them safely. And really, who wants to spend hours researching for beauty ingredients to avoid during pregnancy? We asked UK-based dermatologist Dr Beibei Du-Harpur (@dermatology_demystified)...

Having a set plan and keeping to a schedule are keys for a successful pump-at-work process.     It has been six months, your little one is starting on solids, you’re out of maternity leave, and it’s time to head back to work. But you’ve a full-proof breastfeeding and pumping...

The common cold is the most common infectious disease in the world. While adults are susceptible to this disease, children with less developed immune systems are especially prone to falling prey to the common cold. In fact, it is estimated that children can catch a cold up to eight times...

Stock up on these essentials to make your breastfeeding as smooth as possible.   Planning to breastfeed your baby? Here are the essentials you can stock up on to have a smooth-sailing breastfeeding journey with your little one.   1. Breast Pumps   Manual Breast Pumps Build up a freezer...

Motherswork Great Singapore Sale 2021 begins from 3 June all the way to 20 June 2021 and we’ve got the details! With up to 60% off on premium maternity and baby care brands, don’t miss out on this opportunity to score the best deals on products you’ve had your eyes...

When you’re a mother-to-be, everything needs extra attention, from what goes in your body to what you put on your skin. Immediate changes would be to cut out caffeine and alcohol, but can you still continue with your regular beauty routine? Which beauty products are still safe for use? How...

Motherswork’s latest products include the Stokke Xplory X stroller, personal care for babies and mums and a variety of sleeping options.   Ranging from skincare to a wide range of sleeping options and strollers, check out Motherswork’s latest products for mums and kids.   Personal Care   Skin Inc Trilight...

Positive body awareness and self-confidence go a long way to support a child’s development.   What is body positivity? It’s the acceptance and appreciation of all body types, no matter the size. Being positively aware of one’s body and having self-confidence are important for a child's development and they can...

In this day and age where kids are surrounded by fizzy drinks and fast food, instilling the importance of healthy food choices and eating clean and green is ever more a challenge. Fostering healthy eating habits begins from childhood and teaching our kids such positive behaviours will set them up...

With some planning and creativity, a virtual baby shower can be as memorable as an in-person one.   Pregnant during the pandemic or planning a surprise for an expectant mum? With the changing guidelines, it may be difficult to plan one in-person, so a virtual baby shower is a great...

With a little imagination and creativity, crafting activities for preschoolers is a great way to teach them key Math concepts.   If you think about it, Math is pretty much everywhere around us and with a little imagination, teaching your little preschooler Math concepts is easily achievable with everyday household...

As your little one’s fine motor skills improve, she can try more complex activities like playing Jenga.   Fine motor skills are essential for toddlers and preschoolers’ everyday activities, such as writing, drawing, dressing and feeding themselves. Hone their development with the following activities and useful tips.   Developmental Milestones...