theAsianparent Site Map - Articles for July 2016

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2016-07-18Hi Mums and Dads, I am in urgent need of a place to hold my son's 1st year birthday. went to racky a function room at The Vision and realised there are many fixtures in the room. Any idea where can i get a place by end of this month?? pls help!!! Thanks..
2016-07-18Anyone any idea at hougang ave 8 if there is a function room of any place that I can celebrate my lo's birthday?
2016-07-18baby is 5-months old! what brand of infant cereal should I start with? I wanna start my first solid introduction to her this weekend. what should I buy? *excited!*
2016-07-18Is Jumperroo useful for our babies? I heard its fun. When can we start using it for our LOs?
2016-07-18hi. my 15 day old girl used to drink 80ml ebm every 3 hrs. as my supply is not enough, I started giving her fm (nan h.a.) for night feeding yesterday. but both feeding she took only 30ml. I changed to ebm and she took 70ml. but this morning, she took only 40ml ebm again. is this a cause of concern?
2016-07-18I've always thought I am able to handle 2 children when my 2nd child arrived 2 months ago. Things is not not gg well especially I feel I have been very harsh with my 5 yrs old boy recently. While I am trying very hard to bond with my LO , the elder one will start to speak very loud at home and will go disturb the baby when he is asleep soundly. Recently, teacher told me the elder one hit someone at childcare and when I ask him nicely , he is totally not willing to talk about it. He does not have this kind of record in school before. When I talk to him , he will just immense himself into his fav TV cartoon and would not answer or pay little attention to my words. Sometimes , he is rude to my mum too. I am starting to worry about his character.... At few times , he pushed me to my limits and I could not tolerate and swear in front of him . I know I shouldn't be and feel ashamed at myself .Things seems to change a lot after the LO arrived . In the past I have read many parenting books in order to be the best mum I could.But I feel like I have failed just been a good mum after all and I feel so angry with him that I told him I don't love him anymore.My husband scolded me for my mean words and I really regretted. At the same time , I really want to give more attention to the little one which he really needs as an infant . I am torn and feel really tired as I also need to spend time with my elder one on his homework as he will be approaching K2 very soon. I need need some wise advices. Thanks
2016-07-18My MIL have been helping me out as I am doing my confinement now, however, at times it can be overbearing especially at night when baby is cranky after his midnight feed. As of today, baby is 18 days old. One problem about her is every time baby cries, be it in his sleep or crying for milk, she will barge in every single time and kept on opening the door to check every 10-15 minutes. it was fine to me,I was glad that at least someone is helping as husband is tired after a long day. Two nights ago baby had slight fever, so i told her baby will be cranky and will be needing his feed every hour cause he drinks very little, and I will b up taking care but if I need help I will let her know. however, she still keep checking and opening the door, I understand her concern of worrying that baby's cries will wake everyone up, but me as a mother, would want to comfort my child and be there for him instead of her coming in and insist on taking him away. The next day, she complain to my husband that I seem like I don't want to let go of baby, even after I explained that it because he was not well. now the husband thinks that I am on the road to post natal depression. how do I juggle a better time management between MIL & myself?
2016-07-18Are there any practical things that you can do to prevent eczema? #eczema
2016-07-18Hi I'm looking for group activities to enhance social and brain development for my 10month old baby. May I know where can I find this kind of activities for free in Singapore? Something like babyjam or playing music instruments? Probably organised by CC or library?
2016-07-18I'm Keen to set up a home based business, however I'm lacking out of ideas what to start up with products/services .. Anyone has idea or Keen to collaborate biz? Mainly for stay at home mom categories.
2016-07-18Hi any of you experience yr LO have sudden change of sleeping pattern at night? Tomorrow she will be 6months old. My LO suddenly have this sleeping issue. She will sudden cry in the middle of the night sometimes a few times within few hours. When she start crying i have to carry her n pat her back so sleep but after that for few mins/hrs she start again. She had no issue till it happen when she was 5month old. It been happening for weeks. And i am very tired. I really dont knw what to do. anyone can help me out?
2016-07-18Any feedback for Eager Beaver @ Yishun? How are the teachers and curriculum for childcare?
2016-07-18I'm planning to hold a baking birthday party for my daughter and some of her friends? Has anyone tried before? Any recommendations? My budget is below $800.
2016-07-18What is a recommended brand of skin products that is effective in treating eczema?
2016-07-18Do your kid got hfmd twice in 2 months?
2016-07-18Is anyone using unimom allergo portable pumps? any reviews and feedbacks.. ?
2016-07-18My hubby got eczema. Does putting my lo on partially hydrolyzed milk effective in preventing eczema? Lo is currently 6 months.
2016-07-18Hello mummies, I am going for a short six days trip soon and really worried that 8 months old lo not willing to latch when I am back.
2016-07-18Will smoking cigarettes affect quality of my bm? Should I pump and dump too?
2016-07-19My baby just took Rota virus vaccine just now. Dr asked to feed baby with formula. Dr said before the vaccine also recommended take fm. But my son last time another Dr didn't mention. Do I need to follow instruction to stop bf? Some research claims that bf have the antibody to diminish the live things in the vaccination. Anyone can advice?
2016-07-19Is there a natural organic herbal remedy to treat eczema on a 3 year old?
2016-07-19Which educational curriculum is best to discover and analyse my toddlers intelligence; the a montessori or play based approach? Or any other?
2016-07-19What sort recreational activities would you recommend for a five year old to build on their emotional intelligence?
2016-07-19What should I do when my little one has a tough time latching on?
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2016-07-19Best Ayurvedic remedies to help soothe a cough and flu for my 6 year old?
2016-07-19what's the first solid meal you fed your baby? cereal? puréed vegetables? fruits? puffs? melts? am about to start and I wanna know where I should begin. :) would be good if you could share the brands/recipe too. thanks!!
2016-07-19I am feeling unwell like giddiness and wanting to vomit. I intend to take panadol. Should I discard my BM in this case ? I
2016-07-19My baby girl is approach 4 months old and recently she doesn't want to drink milk. Every time when we feed her, she will use her hands to brush off, turn her head away or use her tongue to push the teat out. Her daily milk intake is about 500ml only, sometimes never even hit 400ml. I'm getting worried. Is that normal? Should I bring her to see a PD?
2016-07-19hello! does anyone have recommendations on LIGHTWEIGHT strollers for toddlers? I'm looking for one for my 15kg son and thought the yoyo would be good but recommended weight limit is 15kg so not sure whether it's suitable. Any help will be super appreciated!
2016-07-19What can you suggest of a good formula milk???
2016-07-19What TCM treatment can I use for eczema?
2016-07-19Any sunblock brand suitable LO with eczema?
2016-07-19my boy starts to have eczema after 5in1 and it cant seems to cure or lessen the red rashes, why is it so? how can i cure it?
2016-07-19My wife just took my child away from me and refused to return. She summon me to court. I am thinking of writing my own Affidavit to pour my heart out. Anyone did it before? Will there be any repercussion ?
2016-07-19Topical crisaborole 2% has been talked abt lately, how effertive is it and is it available in Singapore ?
2016-07-19any great idea to hv nice romantic dinner. Planning to celebrate 1 yr wedding anniversary with my wife. Fine dining with rooftop. And wat gift should we boughr buy. Because she bought something that keep for remembrance. Please help. Thank you.
2016-07-19Hello all, does your premature baby have reflux issues? If so, did the medicine work (omeprazole and domperidone)?
2016-07-19I missed this... can i still ask question? As my 7mth old have eczema
2016-07-19Reviews on St Margaret Primary School pls?
2016-07-19I have been using physiogel cream on my 7mth old super dry skin and mild eczema.. can i use it on the face also
2016-07-19Besides Avent 4 in 1 food blender, are there other brands that are good?
2016-07-19Hi any good playgroup to recommend for 2 yo around rivervale Street? tq.
2016-07-20I had applied steroid cream Dermasone Betamethasone, dermasone 0.025 on my 2.5yo daughter's arms and wrists and Betasone Betamethasone 0.1% on the inside of her thighs and back of her knees, moisturised with Cetaphil Restoraderm Body Moisturiser, for a week until the eczema rash had cleared up and the skin was smooth. However, now a week after she had recovered, she's beginning to scratch again. The rashes don't look as angry as before so I'm applying the dermasone 0.025 steroid and moisturiser to the same areas. However, she's still scratching her wrists, arms and back of her knees. In fact, the skin behind her knees have started to flake off. The areas are not red. Is this the rebound effect of using the steroid creams? Should I be using the stronger steroid cream instead or moisturise the skin more often?
2016-07-20Anyone buy things from Amazon before? I find that the shipping fee like abit expensive or is it reasonable ? Can share your experiences with me~ TIA
2016-07-20Baby coming 6 month.. but recently she refuse to drink milk.. any mummy baby like tis? wat u do to prevent her from getting hungry
2016-07-20Is the enema painful and how long does it take effect?
2016-07-20My LO is turning one month next Thursday. Do I have to prepare cakes for my colleagues? What is the usual practice? If so, is there any recommendation bakery of affordable full month cakes? Thanks!
2016-07-20How do I balance between respecting my child and not spoiling him or letting him think that he can get his way all the time?
2016-07-20I am going back to work in oct..looking for infant care near my place but totally no slots and i managed to find 1 slot near my workplace. However the travelling time is slightly more than 1 hour and involves taking bus and train. Any mother out there also have to bring bb on long journey everyday? can you share how you cope and any tips?
2016-07-2016 weeks after c-sect, I have a one time discharge of clear sticky discharge with no itch or smell... Anyone had it? Currently menses has not started and am partially breastfeeding. Should I be concern?
2016-07-20Any specific situation example on what are the likely outcomes when respectful parenting is applied compared to traditional parenting?
2016-07-20What does it mean to have multiple intelligences?
2016-07-20My lo is 6.5mth now and she needs to latch to sleep. She still hasn't started sleeping through the night and when she wakes up in the night, she will want to be nursed. I've read that it's perfectly fine to let them latch for comfort until they are ready to wean off, and their ability to self-soothe will change before we know it. But I would like to break this "habit". She doesn't suck her thumb or pacifier and don't use any items that will act as an attachment to her. How can I do it without her crying the house down?
2016-07-20I'm nervous about breastfeeding in public. What should I do so that I can nurse my baby comfortably and smoothly?
2016-07-20hi Sister Kang, you visited me when I was at MtA early this month after giving birth, baby still having difficulty latching. I have been expressing milk regularly to feed him however I am worried that my supply might not catch up with his demand eventually. what should I do?
2016-07-20I'm keen to wean my 2.5yo off the breast because it's getting a bit too much for me. We co-sleep and he latches almost the entire night but mostly for comfort. His younger Brother drinks before sleeping then sleeps through the night so at least I don't have to struggle with two. Any tips to help with the older one?
2016-07-20For mummies interested in printables. Great website to prints printable for your LO to colours. Beware, it's 54 pages long, as it's upper and lowercase of A to Z. http://thisreadingmama.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/AlphabetColoringPages.pdf
2016-07-20Started introducing bottles to my 15 weeks LO in preparation for the end of my ML. LO will only drink from bottle when asleep and this seems to be so when I latch as well. Her intake from bottle depends on her mood.. ranging from 30ml to 120ml. Really worried about LO's milk intake. Milk supply seems to be dropping too. 15 weeks LO at 7kg.
2016-07-20My lo is turning one month old in a few days. He has been feeding very frequently, sometimes every hour or twice every hour. Is he experiencing a growth spurt? This has been ongoing for 2 weeks already. His output and weight gain are good. Just wondering when will this end as it is very tiring to wake up so frequently at night. thanks!
2016-07-20My kids loves to snack and doesn't wat well during his proper mealtimes. Is there any way to stop his snacking habit? I feel bad stopping him but it's affecting his main meal appetite and intake. #snack
2016-07-20Anyone can recommend a good Math tutor for PSLE coaching? It's just around the corner and my son needs help!
2016-07-20My baby is 3 weeks old. I am a complete breastfeeding mum. Most of the time I direct latch him & express about twice a day. My maximum stash I'm able to express is at 50ml only when my breasts are fully engorged. Adding onto hand express, may go up to 70ml (at times). I'll be returning to the workforce in September. I'm really worrying about the supply that I'm expressing will not be enough for him after I return to work. I know direct latching boosts and power pumping boosts supply. But seems like my manual breast pump is not helping to drain enough supply on my breasts. During some days, I can only express a maximum of 70ml using my pump only. It can't even fill up my milk storage bag. Should I change to an electric pump instead?
2016-07-20can someone share with me your suggestion and rating about manduca baby carri er?
2016-07-20I have been using daily therapy moisture physiogel on my 7mth old since i got to know he have eczema.. but recently whenever i use on him especially on the chest near the neck, he will scratch right after i apply... why is it so? Do i have to change the cream?
2016-07-20I'm a SAHM..Ever since my #2 arrival, me and my husb always quarrel and quarrel infront of my #1 who is 33mth and also #2 even tho #2 still don't understand... i always told my husb not to quarrel infront if the kids but he always don't want to listen... sometime he even can me names infront of the kids.. i feel because of my husb quarrel infront of my kids, #1 seem to lost respect to me and become bad tempered etc etc.. what should i do? Sometime i feel i want to give up living, give up in this marriage.. what should i do so my kids won't lost their respect to me and won't follow their father footstep?
2016-07-20Best child friendly restaurants in MBS?
2016-07-20How much did you spend to renovate your house? Pls state size, sq ft, what reno u did, etc.
2016-07-21Recommend me electric pump and why?
2016-07-21Found that my baby is not that tall mainly is because our genes. Her tall percentile remain 10 but this time drop to 5. Any reason? Is it not enough nutrient? My breast milk not enough nutrient for her stage now? She is 9 month old now. She only drink 100ml EBM every 3 hours and 3 times solids in between during daytime. But If I direct latch her when I back from work, she will drink more.. every 2-2.30hour till morning. Any advise? She is only 7.4kg and 65cm now. I'm more concern about her tall percentile dropped. Please help. thx.
2016-07-21Should I intro flash card to my baby? Does it really help? Some articles claim that the ability of photographic memory (right brain) is temporary. As they get older the left brain will develop gradually. It is better to bond with kids with others activities to have less-stressful atmosphere. And it might have conflict as right and left brain manage different skills' sector. Right brain mostly art and left brain mostly numbers, languages. Right brain should not override. Any parents here can prove that flash cards can help develop the child's cognitive development? thanks.
2016-07-21I was having a problem with latching at first, feeling pains on the nipples as I seem to have short nipples. But now, after using nipple shields, my baby girl can latch pretty ok. I guess it's because the shields are similar to the medela bottle teats that she suckle well and quick from during the times when I could not latch her at first. I still hope to latch her without the shields. At times when I tried to latch her without the shields, she would hesitate and reject, otherwise somehow I will lose the latch as I may feel somewhat painful or see that she is not suckling with her mouth wide enough (incorrect latch). What should I do? Another question, lately when I latch my baby, she seem to wet the towel that I put underneath my boobs. Very wet. I wonder if she is drinking the milk or much of the milk is wasted? Do mummies put towel underneath during latch? My lo is coming to 5 weeks. I still kind of struggle with latching. Had to hold on to the U-hold or C-hold throughout the latch so she could suckle well. Am thinking of starting to practise nursing with nursing cover so I can do so when I bring her out. Really wonder how to do so without the pillows and towels that I'm used to having when I nurse her on my bed.
2016-07-21do you use bottom balm or barrier cream for babies to prevent nappy rash? which one is better for their delicate skin?
2016-07-21I am a ebm mom and I pump 8 times a day at interval of 3hrs round the clock @ 80-100 ml each time, recently my supply have been up and down and twice I couldn't keep up with his demand and supplement with formula. My mother in law insist that my breast milk Is going to deplete and want me to switch to formula totally which I am against as baby is only 3 weeks old. How do I increase my supplies, I am currently taking fenugreek (twice a day at 2 capsules each time) and fish oil (once a day at 2 capsules each time). my mother in law also insist that each time baby cries it indicates that he is hungry and tend to force feed or waste my breast milk as it will be thrown away if he can't finish it.
2016-07-21I've just given birth and I feel and look like a total fatty :( moms is there any hope of ever losing this weight? Can any of you moms out there share with me your pre and post pregnancy pictures to give me some hope? #fatcow #lostallhope #thin-spiration
2016-07-21Hi parents, what diapers do you use for your babies and how did you decide on it/them?
2016-07-21If you had a year off work, what would you do with your family? #dreams
2016-07-21Hi everyone, anyone send their child to infant care? Would like to know what's a typical daily routine like? I've yet to go for a tour at an infant care :)
2016-07-21Hi, I'm bringing my girl for ear piercing tomorrow. any idea if b. dazzle or stellar is better. any feedback? thanks.
2016-07-21I cant rock my baby sleep anymore. While she is 3-5 months she is ok we rock her and sing to her to sleep. She is 9 month old now and not using pacifier. Every night I must need to latch her until sleep. Few times wake up in the midnight I need to latch her also. Keep waking up at night is not good for development too. I tried to rock her sleep but she will be fussy and need to latch. If my hubby rock her she will wake up and look for me even in the midnight. Too tiring! help!
2016-07-21Hi mummies any sleep training tips to share? I don't wish my boobs to be sleeping props. Found that some baby sleep Trainers in Singapore are very expensive. Can't afford that. Tried singing, rocking.. My supply is not enough for tanking her before she sleeps. Supply is 100-120ml every 3 hours. My baby refuse to use pacifier. She is 9 month old now. Any idea? TIA.
2016-07-21Can a child be strong in more than 1 multiple intelligences?
2016-07-21How do I find out which is my child's multiple intelligence? He doesnt seem to be interested in anything!
2016-07-21Should we "double down" on an intelligence innate in the child or try to "fan out" to develop the child where he or she is weaker at?
2016-07-21Are the various types of intelligences genetic? What makes a child have more or less of any type of intelligence?
2016-07-21Are children who are empathetic always "good" and try to comfort another upset child? Or could there be a child who are very high EQ (can understand others) but are naturally mean and choose to make the other kids feel bad??
2016-07-21How do i know whether my 33mth old have multiple intelligence or not? what should i look out for?
2016-07-21Gardner's model of multiple intelligence seems to be in conflict with the Sternberg's triarchic model adopted by the Ministry of Education in Singapore. What benefits would children have if they are enrolled in preschools that focus on developing the multiple intelligence since the nation's focus is generally on developing those with intellectual giftedness?
2016-07-21Any good TCM to treat baby eczema? Is 7mth old baby able to consume herbal medicine?
2016-07-22Hi Sister Kang, my baby refuse to latch on my right side anymore. My left side has around 100-120ml every 3 hours. But left side like only few drops. Please help. TIA.
2016-07-22Hi ms kang. I'm not sure whether my baby is taking enough of his milk as he is 4 mths plus coming to 5 months. I been latching well everytime but he seems to latch around 5 to 10 mins and sometimes I breastfeed him both breast and currently he is taking milk every 2 hours. I wonder should I start weaning puree n breastsmilk to him. Will it be too early?
2016-07-22Is it advise able to send lo to infant care? Any recommendation of infant care? How early do we need to start queuing for infant care / care child?
2016-07-22Hi Sister Kang, is it normal to have intermittent sharp pain at the nipple area in between nursing? The pain went off after i woke up from my nap. Should i he concern? My Baby is currently 6 weeks old.
2016-07-22Any good playgroup or courses for 2 years old toddler conducting only twice a week in the morning? Any recommendation please? I'm looking for now till end of the year for my 2 years old boy. Thank you
2016-07-22Is there need to see a doctor, if i pain at my breast but not engore, i think feel like inflammation. Will it lead to anything serious result in draining them out?
2016-07-22What's the regulation at immigration at Changi airport to have milk on hand carry (eg 100 ml pack required?) or frozen milk?
2016-07-22love tiz topic
2016-07-22Hi mummies, my son is now 18 months old but due to upper back hypotonia he cannot sit till now, I am waiting for the Eipic classes to start! He is having speech delay also so till then what I can do? I am bringing him for tuina massage and swimming once a week! thanks :)
2016-07-22Hi, I'm 27 years old. I'm having pain in upper jaw where it meets cheeks. Only jaw is paining, no pain in teeth for last 1 week. Any remedies for this or what's the problem. Suggest me please.
2016-07-22Is it safe to use salonpas when still breastfeeding?
2016-07-22Brand new. Seven packs of confinement herbal bath (expiry Dec 2017) and one bottle of dry shampoo (expiry Jun 2019). Selling as a bundle for $15. Deal at Clementi. Please let me if you are interested. Thanks.
2016-07-22My 4yr old son is currently in childcare and im planning to send my younger son 2yrs old to the same childcare soon. The childcare centre is a bus ride and 2 mrt stops away frm my house. My mum or mil helps to fetch them frm sch. Its gonna be hard for them to fetch 2 active boys back home on public transport. Any tips?
2016-07-22Would like to know how long does it takes to have your period/menses back after giving birth?
2016-07-22I am a contract staff in a reputable company . But recently , boss told me I will not be recontract due to change of management and to cut cost as market was bad. That would means I will be out of job after my maternity end.I feel this is unfair as before I give birth , manager informed me just 1 week before maternity leaves to pass everything to newly hired person on board. And I have to teach this person ( who is a perm staff )within few days .And now it seems due to market demands drop which he claims, has to terminate my contract. I need the job to support the family. Did any of you encounter same situation as me? Is there any regulation to protect contract job mother ?I need some advice on how to go about it. And once I lose my job, it means my elder child will not enjoy govt subsidize on child care fee for working mother.. I'm so lost...
2016-07-22Has anyone tried epi Kool pads? Do you recommend it and why so? Where can I get them?
2016-07-22What do you think about redshirting your child for primary school? Do I have the option of delaying my child's primary school education for a year (i.e. starting primary sch at age of 8)?
2016-07-23I am a contract staff in a reputable company. I was pregnant during the time with the company. However, boss just informed me that company will not renew my contract due to a change in management and to to cut cost. But I feel this is a good excuse that company like to use. Because just 1 week before I go for maternity leave, the boss inform me instead of getting my colleague to cover me, he had employed a new perm staff that I need to hand over my work. The handover was very rush during that time as I have only 3 days to finish the training. If it was a cut cost reason, why did he employ a new perm staff to cover me?And now it seems like I am an additional burden to the company. Right now I will be out of job when my maternity leaves end in 2 months' time. This is my 2nd baby and my family will have financial problems once I am out of job. And furthermore, my elder child will not enjoy govt subsidies for childcare anymore. Any mummies with the same situation? Is there any law to protect mummy for contract job? I am at a loss now.
2016-07-23Are swell water bottles worth the hype/$?
2016-07-23Letting this go at $10. Brand New. Any takers?
2016-07-23Face and foot mask to bless. Anyone interested?
2016-07-23I have been looking after my 3 kids day and night especially they have been under the weather since Monday night. I feel a burnt out coming as I am still recovering from last week's sickness & husband makes insensitive remarks that I have been doing this and that wrong. I should have done this and that. Reason my eldest is sick for so long is cos I let her sleep in bed all day long, which is not true at all. Makes me feel so crappy and lousy.
2016-07-23What should I do if kids keep asking us to buy things (toys or books) for them which I think it is unnecessary? For books, I can bring them to library. For toys, once 1-2 month is ok. Will they become shopaholic like me when grown up if I too control them lol?
2016-07-23what will happen to baby's BCG wound if being poke? my #2 is turning 5 mths, and my mum let me know after she poke it :(
2016-07-23Hi, anyone knows how much is wisdom tooth extraction at Polyclinic for Singaporeans?
2016-07-23My boy is now 4 months old and I have just got a helper as I need her to take care of LO under my parents' supervision while I go to work..Any tips to smoothen the transition?My boy is very clingy to me now...
2016-07-23Can I check if anyone just change from nan 1 to nan 2 and baby cannot finish drinking and have difficulties to poo and he poo abit by abit ?
2016-07-23Mind sharing what toys are your 3 months old baby playing? :) Are they starting to grab on to toys and bite them?
2016-07-23Any recommendations for diaper cream that is not to thick/heavy? I'm using California baby for usual use but thinking of getting something even lighter than that? Thanks in advance!
2016-07-23Parents with 2 kids (2yo and newborn) that require 2 car seats at the back of the car and needs to bring maid out at times, did you all squeeze into a saloon car or get a 7 seater? Based on #1 child's experience, mother end up to be the one sitting behind and the maid sits in front. Just curious how Pple handle this kind of situation.