Li-Hsian tried out Prana Yoga KL to see if their postnatal yoga programme could rebuild, restore and rejuvenate her well-being.
Li-Hsian shopped around for baby swimming coaches and found Erika Peres Swimming. Read her review after 18 lessons with her now 13-month old twins.
Michelle Lim-Chua decided to give Baby Ambrosia’s freshly made baby and toddler meals a try and see if their claim to 100% natural and nutritious culinary experience could entice her son.
The Little Spa Kingdom’s perfect location, personalised treatment and high level of service is making it one of the hottest spots for pampered babies. Michelle Lim-Chua pays the spa a visit, with her baby in tow.
As a sociology minor and a new mum, Michelle Lim-Chua’s read nearly every psycho-sociological-study book out there – yet none have taught her as much as the testimonies and research shared by Andrew Solomon.
Curious to know how the new Tesco Loves Baby diapers hold up? Michelle Lim-Chua tried them on her active 10-month-old baby, to see if they live up to the international quality the brand is known for.
It’s easy for parents to lose sight of being husband and wife. Marital therapist Andrew G. Marshall’s latest book provides practical tips on how to childproof your marriage and avoid raising ‘red carpet’ kids.
Made from extra virgin olive oil, the Olive Baby range of skincare products is said to be natural and gentle for baby’s skin. Michelle Lim-Chua reports on how well they worked on her baby’s sensitive skin.
A tolerance for trying new foods and the ability to eat broadly across cultures are important life skills to have. Li-Hsian learns about what chefs feed their kids and how to instil a love of good food from infancy.
Until very recently, Li-Hsian has only bathed her five month old twins with plain, warm water. As her twins are now more active, she has started seeking out safe baby soaps. She tested eight popular baby soaps and shares her insights in this article.
One of the biggest considerations to make when deciding between cloth and disposable diapers is the cost. You may get shocked at how much good quality cloth diapers will set you back, forcing you to re-evaluate your decision.
It claims to restore the skin’s natural protective barrier and soften the skin with almond oil, jojoba oil and shea butter. Michelle Lim-Chua reports on how well this worked on her baby’s sensitive skin.
A big believer in letting her baby spend lots of time outdoors, Michelle Lim-Chua puts the gentle and organic anti-critter lotion to the test.
The biggest assumption we make when it comes to cloth diapering is that it’s eco-friendly. It’s easy to think that way simply because we don’t dispose cloth diapers the way we do with disposable diapers.
From cost considerations to environmental and health concerns, we wrestle with the diaper dilemma that comes with the range of options available in the market today.
For mothers who have just had a baby, this “Clinically Proven” postpartum gel claims to firm loose skin and reduce puffiness all around. Contributor Michelle Lim-Chua tried this famous postpartum product for herself.
I was both intrigued and impressed the first time I saw a YouTube video featuring Dr Harvey Karp on my Facebook feed. With an ability to consistently calm crying, cranky babies in just seconds, he seemed to be part paediatrician, part magician.
Meet Sleep Bear, the cuddly plush toy created to help soothe babies with sounds proven effective by doctors. Contributor Michelle Lim-Chua decided there would be no better companion to tackle sleep training with.
Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg starts her new book, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, by recounting the moment she first realised that pregnant women needed reserved parking.
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