Pregnancy and Postnatal Traditions in Malaysia
Editorial
September 8, 2023
Every mother’s pregnancy journey is unique. And in a country where the population consists of a wide variety of different
Confinement Period
Mums of the world: The traditional Indian baby bath and massage
TK Letchumy
June 21, 2019
In Indian homes, a baby’s arrival is met with very unique, traditional rituals. These rituals have been practised and passed
DIY Confinement: 3 Easy Peasy Confinement Food Recipes
Makchic
February 22, 2018
Thinking of preparing your own confinement meals? Experienced mum Cecilia Low shares how she helped her eldest daughter with three simple recipes.
My Story: 10 Things I Wish I’d Known During My Confinement
Makchic
September 29, 2014
In principle, new mums are expected to endure through their confinement period. Here are 10 things Grace Ch’ng has learned to make it more bearable for other new mums.
TYT Confinement Herbal Bath + Ginger: Postnatal Herbal Bath Made Easy
Makchic
August 22, 2014
Confinement period can be difficult – from all those postnatal restrictions, to sourcing out ingredients and traditional remedies. Get the best of both worlds with this new TYT traditional herbal product!
My Story: Confinement, the Second Time
Khairun
February 10, 2014
My first confinement was the worst six weeks of my life, but my second confinement period has turned out to be better than before, simply by doing some things differently this time.
Perspective: Birth Taboos
Makchic
November 1, 2013
New mothers are supposed to follow many traditional pantang or prohibitions. Can we adapt and adjust them as our society modernises?
