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When her dad was diagnosed with cancer, it was a rude wake-up call for entrepreneur Andrea Chow. Late nights attending social events, smoking and drinking — it was time to…
No two women go through the same pregnancy journey or delivery experience. But after baby comes along, there are two problems that ALL mums have in common — having irregular…
The common adage during pregnancy is that you can, and should “eat for two”. That, we now know, is a misconception. Pregnancy nutrition does not mean eating more. A pregnant…
No matter how healthy you were before giving birth, going through pregnancy and giving birth have consequences on the body. Adding to the physical stress are fatigue, and sleep deprivation….
Parenting can be hard work. It begins from fretting about poor breastmilk supply to choosing the right kind of clothing for our tots. As the kids get older, we run…
Ramadan is a holy month that Muslims use as a time for spiritual reflection. Muslims spend the 30 days of Ramadan fasting from sunrise to sunset, praying more intensely, and…
Are children growing as well as they should these days? Probably, and exceeding expectations too. In his January 2022 editorial for CNA online, Dr Lim Yang Chern commented on the…
Pregnancy and birthing change a woman’s body in incredible ways. Apart from the fact that a brand new human being is grown and born, blood is lost, organs are shifted,…
While you and the grandparents are probably vaccinated against COVID-19, your children may not be. Apart from taking the usual measures to stay safe, such as masking up, and staying…
When the days are long and there are a thousand and one things to do, mealtime is the last thing on your mind. It is only when your stomach growls…
After nine months of careful planning and watching what you eat, you would think that you can finally go back to consuming your favourite foods again now that baby’s here….
Welcoming a baby to the family is a joyous and exciting occasion. But for most new mums, this period of life can be hectic as well. There are so many…
At first, it seemed like her dream formula would be just… a dream. “When it came time to buy formula milk for my son, I had decided I wanted to…
Congrats on your new baby, Mum! But even as you celebrate, don’t throw the prenatal clean eating diet out the window just yet. Registered nutritionist and dietician, Eve Persak, shares…
Did you know that prenatal nutrition matters even before you get pregnant? According to registered nutritionist and dietician, Eve Persak, what you eat — or not — can affect both…
So COVID-19 case numbers are coming down, and our children are going back to school in a couple of weeks. But that’s no reason to let your guard down. In…
Imparting good habits, knowledge and values to your children is something that every parent aims to do, but what about recipes? Whether it’s a familiar favourite or a heritage dish…
We are what we eat. Science has proven that gut health affects not just the body, but also the brain1. It can even influence moods and emotions2! And for our…
There’s no doubting the fact that chefs are foodies. So if you are hoping for the best recommendations on where to eat in Singapore with the family, who better to…
The school bag is packed, the uniform is ready. Now what to put in the lunchbox? You may even be thinking of packing two — one lunchbox for recess, and…
Mums, do your kids seem to fall prey to every virus that comes along? Do you often struggle to get them to finish their meals? Let’s all take a collective…
Do you recall your mum and grandma telling you to take care during puberty because it sets the stage for healthy womanhood? Then when you got pregnant, they say that…
In Singapore, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) occurs in about one in four to five pregnancies. This is according to a study published in May 2018 by the Agency for Care…
Admit it, you’ve been tempted to buy into one – or more – of those uber-healthy trendy superfoods, if you haven’t already done so. After all, the nutritional benefits sound…
Mothers have an amazing ability to think on their feet while running around all day. They make sure everyone in the family is cared for, often at the expense of…
While milk and main meals are essential for baby’s physical and mental development, healthy baby snacks allow your little one to explore new tastes and textures and build fine motor skills. Did you…
Did you know that six out of 10 children in Singapore are not eating any whole grains? These findings from the Singrain Study, a nationwide dietary survey of kids in Singapore…
Did you know that at full-term, babies have huge amounts of iron stored in their bodies to last them for the first six months of their life? Iron is a…
With our fast-paced lifestyle, more and more dual-income families are eating out at hawker centres and fast food restaurants rather than cooking at home. While these dining options may be…
Having been pregnant and watching what I eat (for the most part) for two trimesters now, I can’t lie – I’m looking forward to Christmas parties where I can sink…
As with any set of traditional beliefs, there are two camps into which new mothers faced with the daunting task of choosing whether or not to adhere to postnatal confinement…
Being pregnant is great, isn’t it? You can forget about the weight, dine like a queen, and everything becomes a movable feast – or not. For when you’re growing the…
Are you a picky eater? Then your child may be one as well, says Associate Professor Daniel Goh, Head of the Paediatric Department at the National University Hospital, as studies…
Your child’s developmental milestones are your pride and joy. As he achieves new milestones, his nutritional needs also enter new phases of rapid change, making it important that he gets…
Having discussed beneficial foods to consume during pregnancy, we move on to examine foods which should be avoided at all cost. Incorporating advice provided by Ms Lim Siew Choo, a…
As the saying goes, “you are what you eat”, so choose your food well, as this will provide the necessary building blocks for a healthy baby. Proper nutrition will provide…
Psychologist Shona Lowes and Karen Wright, a dietitian at the Food Clinic, work together to help families deal with picky and fussy eating habits in children. Many mums stress out at…
Healthy nutrition is especially important in the childhood years as these are critical periods for growth and development. Food preferences are also generally acquired during these early years, so it…
