Children sprawled on the floor, or hunched over a low table doing their schoolwork. Cue the fidgeting and complaints of backaches (sound familiar, #makchicmumsquad?). Creating a conducive study space is
[This article was first published on 10th January 2022 and updated on 28th July 2024.] Working out. It’s a love-hate relationship for many of us busy mamas, with its endorphin-inducing
Congratulations, it’s a boy! Any parent would be elated to welcome a newborn into their family. But, with a boy arriving, some face an added dilemma in regards to their
If you’ve been following our makchic #MakfitChallenge series towards the end of last year, then you’d be familiar with Kimberly, Liyana and Nora’s personal training journey with Coach David at
Are your kids down with the sniffles again? Could it be the flu, allergies, or Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) (a common, extremely contagious respiratory infection)? While this virus can infect
We all know how stressful things can get when our children fall ill. And when medicines are necessary, there is added pressure. How do we give the right doses to
Academic pressure. Body image issues. Social relationships. These are just some of the emotional challenges our adolescents and teens are facing today – with many turning to self-harm, or in
Amidst the comfort and convenience of our modern lives, it can be a struggle to stay physically active, especially after a hard day’s work! Yet, we all know the health
Many postpartum mamas are now moving away from engaging the services of a live-in confinement nanny, opting to check themselves into a confinement centre after giving birth. What’s not to
“You can’t have those sweets, or you’re going to have a toothache!” There’s so much more to our children’s dental health than avoiding candies and making sure they brush their
Do you remember what your morning meals were as kids, mamas? If you were like many of us, your breakfast options may have ranged from a daily cup of chocolate
The multitude of public holidays in Malaysia has become a fond running joke for many of us. With Christmas and the New Year over, we can still look forward to Chinese
Mamas, did you know that new research has shown that pregnancy is just as challenging as running a marathon ? A study from Duke University, published in Science Advances, has
Born and bred in the tropics? We’re certainly grateful for round-the-clock sunny days (especially when paired with the sea and sand)! Still, it’s a wise idea for us parents to
The Covid-19 induced flurry of changes are hopefully abating, as life slowly eases back to some semblance of normality (albeit with added precautions) since March this year. Nevertheless, many of
Why do I want to block out the memory of my baby’s birth?” It’s been months since I gave birth but why do I feel panic when I think back
Last September, we shared with you 6 Basic First Aid Skills to Teach Your Child. This year, in conjunction with World First Aid Day, we’re highlighting 6 essential first aid skills
Some mothers may not wish to hire a personal confinement nanny but may still need help with their diet. Here are 4 catering services that offer confinement food in the Klang Valley.
First time mama- Omg, how on earth am I going to push a baby out!? Second time mama- Help, I’ve done it before, but I still feel unprepared! Whether you’re pregnant
We admit it, mamas- if all we hear from the kids when we offer health(ier) meal options is ‘yuck’, it’s easy to respond with threats or bribery! There’s an easier
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