Tag: exercise

  • The ABCs of DIY Confinement

    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 lifestyles evolve, some women choose to take charge of their own confinement. Combining the best of tradition,…

  • Tips to Keep Postnatal Depression at Bay

    Postnatal depression is more prevalent among new mums than we think. In Singapore, about one in 10 new mothers suffer from postnatal depression after giving birth. If undiagnosed or untreated, postnatal depression manifests in the form of panic attacks, hallucinations, mother-infant detachments, and even suicidal thoughts in new mums. This is why it pays to…