In Chinese culture, postpartum “confinement” is a customary practice where new mothers are placed under the care of a “confinement lady”. During the month-long confinement period, new mothers must follow commonly prescribed rules regarding diet and hygiene. As...
After four months of maternity leave, it’s time to head back to work. Will you be able to adjust to the new schedule? Can you manage the workload on all fronts? Do you feel mentally prepared? With a little planning and the right support, your post-maternity life will...
Severe mood swings and persistent fatigue are not uncommon after pregnancy. Just when you thought you finally have your body back, you learn that your body is still adjusting from pregnancy and delivery. But fret not, there are ways to restore hormonal balance so that...
In Singapore, all citizens and Permanent Residents have a basic insurance plan under MediShield Life (formerly known as MediShield). This is our nation’s answer to basic hospitalisation coverage and select outpatient treatments for the majority. Of which, MediShield...
Most mothers stick to the conventional approach of giving birth in hospitals in Singapore. But there is growing popularity among mothers to conceive naturally as a way to regain childbirth control. The desire to give birth in a natural way, in the absence of...
Bleeding or spotting is not entirely uncommon during pregnancy. In fact, nearly one in three pregnancies will experience this. For most women, this is harmless and will not jeopardise the pregnancy. However, it can be indicative of complications in a pregnancy. This...
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