theAsianparent Site Map - Articles for January 2016

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2016-01-04I have tried two PDs in the last year and have had bad experiences with waiting times at both. The doctors themselves have been pretty great but it is the 3 hour wait with a sick child that really got to me. Do you all have similar experiences too? Would love to have recommendations for a good PD in orchard/CBD/Tanglin /River Valley Area where the wait times are more reasonable.
2016-01-04What are some unusual -- more adventurous / exploration based activities that you can participate in with a 6-10 year old. Anywhere on the island is great. We are just tired of the same old same old.
2016-01-04We are considering getting an annual pass for the family either for the Zoo or the Gardens by the Bay or the SEA Aquarium - we have a six year old daughter who loves animals and plants. Which one would you recommend?
2016-01-04If I know I'm pregnant now (1month), how long do I need to inform the company? What if they terminate me? :(
2016-01-04Is there anyone who can share what's the difference in hospital fees between natural delivery and c-section at TMC/Mt Alvernia?
2016-01-04Anyone hire Mdm Ida for post natal massage? Any reviews on her?
2016-01-04Hi mummies, is there any recommendations for part time confinement lady? Like those that don't have to stay over
2016-01-04What's the best calling card for Indonesian FDW? Is gado gado calling card any good?
2016-01-04May I know how to check fdw employment history of my FDW?
2016-01-04Any good agency to recommend for transfer maid?
2016-01-04Just to check maid off days is from what time to what time?
2016-01-04Mummies.. how much is your stay in private hospital with preemie baby? He needs to stay at least 3 weeks I think.
2016-01-05Hello mummies and daddies! Anyone here employ part time helper just to help clean the house? What's the rate like? Staying at woodlands.
2016-01-05Is water birth allowed in any of our local hospitals? Anyone knows how much this method of birth costs?
2016-01-05If you and your partner are avid readers and would like to join a couples' book club, anyone know of any interesting ones? This is our idea of a date night ;)
2016-01-05Any suggestion for a short trip babymoon (1 night) for husband and myself?
2016-01-05Has anyone used the cocoa butter skin therapy oil before? I ran out of bio oil - so bought this from the chinese sinseh shop near my home. Much cheaper than bio oil - about $13
2016-01-05Any recommended maternity photographers? How much are charges like?
2016-01-06Dear mummies and daddies, my husband is not bonding well with the LO and he has become frustrated and showing signs of violence and abuse (not to me or the LO but still concern). I think he is suffering from PND. Anyone daddies here have similar experience and can recommend any solution or pyschiatrist? I've called KKH PND support group but they only counsel mothers. TIA.
2016-01-06Hi everyone! Any stay home mummies here who send the children to halfday/fullday childcare? Need to know how is the fees like n subsidy..TIA!
2016-01-06Hello can I ask your LO use beansprouts pillow till how many months ? Will it worsen LO with reflux symptom?
2016-01-06Any mummies using this Baby One walker...? The seat can turn 360°.. Need some review pls..
2016-01-06Is there any PD near Ang Mo Kio which is good? My LO just recovered from a fever and she has some rashes on her forehead and tummy. I don't really like the PD we went to (at Mount A) as he is not attentive enough.
2016-01-06Can I know if the Sling in the SG50 gift pack is suitable to infants? If not, what types are? Need to know more about bringing my newborn around..TIA!
2016-01-06Anyone hired maid directly on your own without agent or got help from agent to settle paperwork? Would like to know the procedures and costs involved. TIA!
2016-01-06Just wondering how do we take a passport photo for a new born? Doesn't seem to make sense if we have to bring him somewhere!
2016-01-06Anyone here delivered or delivering by Dr. Don Wong Chun Ping?
2016-01-06Anyone delivering with Dr Phua Soo Mear? kovan gynae
2016-01-06Can you share from where do you stock up on wet wipes & diapers?
2016-01-06What confinement practices are you planning to do?
2016-01-06Anyone can share their views on cheap and good diapers? was looking between wash cloths and disposable diapers.
2016-01-06Anyone planning to order confinement food delivery? There are quite a number of companies out there doing these, but the price range are huge. Any recommendations?
2016-01-06Any confinement meal you tried before that is good & can recommend me?
2016-01-06Anyone have any experience with Dr Tan Wei Ching at SGH
2016-01-07Has anybody tried babysitter.sg before? Would love to hear your experience and feedback on this service. Thanks!
2016-01-07Anyone has a PD to recommend? Apparently a lot of clinics are closed in the afternoon on Wednesday which includes my little one's PD. My little boy is 10 weeks old and is having fever at 37.7 degree. Please help, really worried.
2016-01-07Is it true that using the automatic swinging yao lan (sarong) can cause damage to the baby brain due to constant swinging motion?
2016-01-07Do you have recommendations for PD around Bt Batok or Clementi area? Need to bring baby for vaccinations. How much would a 4th month vaccination usually cost?
2016-01-07My 5 month baby was referred to KK emergency for the lymph node enlargement issue due to BCG vaccination. He is being monitored for the past 2 months but there has been no sign of improvement. PD says we need to go for surgical removal. Has anyone experienced it? Kindly advice.
2016-01-07I am asking on behalf of my friend: can you recommend a gynae that is pro-Vaginal Birth After C-section (VBAC)?
2016-01-08Do you need to bring a breast pump to the hospital when you deliver? Or does the hospital give you one to use?
2016-01-08Anyone has any pregnancy/childbirth/baby insurance to recommend? What did you sign up with?
2016-01-08How soon shall we book infant care? Please help.
2016-01-08Are there any good infant cares that mums would recommend in tampines?
2016-01-08Any good swimming classes for a 16month old?
2016-01-08I'm looking for a cheap stroller for my mum to bring the little one for downstairs walks or to run errands nearby the house. Any recommendation? Preferably light and easy to open and close. Where to find them?
2016-01-08My little one is having a congested nose. Would like to know where can I buy a good nasal aspirator and what brands to look out for?
2016-01-08My daughter has to take a 3 month jab. Does anyone know which is the jab that has to be taken in 3 months and what is the difference between 5-in-1 and 6-in-1?
2016-01-08Does any of you apply body lotion on your little one after bath? Is there any recommended brand? My boy is turning 1 next month.
2016-01-08My baby still has blocked nose and cough. I understand that the Iliadin that the doctor gave can only be used for 5 days. I think Sterimar is a better option, right? And after spraying should something be used to suck out the mucus? Will the blocked nose be better? Which brand and from where to get the sucker?
2016-01-08I'm getting a stroller for my coming newborn and I am confused which is the best. Any recommendations? So far I am leaning towards quinny.
2016-01-09Is Dr Terrance Tan good in handling babies' illness and detailed in explaination? Is his waiting time long in the clinic? How much is his consultation charges?
2016-01-09Is it true that we should avoid chinese red wine and ginger during the first week of delivery in order to prevent jaundice in newborn?
2016-01-09Any PD open on weekend to recommend?
2016-01-09Any paedatric dentist to recommend?
2016-01-09Which nipple cream to recommend?
2016-01-09Which car seat brand to recommend for newborn?
2016-01-09What shoes brands are good for baby who is just starting to learn to walk?
2016-01-09Which sunscreen is suitable for toddler? Appreciate if can recommend the brands.
2016-01-09Any violin music learning school or teacher to recommend?