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There will come a time where parents are hit with a dilemma, especially first-time parents when shopping for baby essentials. "Whether to buy brand A or B? Type A or B? And what if it doesn't fit the baby?" are some of the questions you would ask yourself. With so much information available online, sometimes it makes it harder to choose! In this post, I will share the difference between..

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) sometimes known as crib death is an unexplained death of a baby less than a year old normally during sleep in their crib. SIDS often happens unpredictably without a warning to a seemingly healthy baby. Although the cause is unknown, experts believe..

The human brain runs on sleep and it is recommended for infants aged 4-12 months to get between 12-16 hours of sleep (including naps) during each 24-hour period to garner the most health benefits. Toddlers aged 1-2 years need 11-14 hours of sleep whereas bigger kids of 3-5 years old need 10-13 hours of sleep a day. And the lack of sleep...

Being a mom is hard work, no kidding! Juggling with a lot of things and wearing layers of hats at once. One moment you're cooking lunch, the next you're attending to your hungry baby while being in a meeting with your boss. Talk about multitasking! Hence why you will need...

I know it can be frustrating when your child doesn't like the texture, taste, colour or shape of some foods. It is also normal for them to like something today and dislike it the next day, refuses a new food, or eat more or less on certain days. Picky eating is a part of children's development...

Starting solid food is a huge step in your baby's life, and yours too! It can be exciting but also overwhelming at the same time. With so much information available about what to feed, how you should feed, it is understandable if you freak out a little!

Introducing solid food to your baby is indeed an exciting (and messy) moment in the first year of your baby's life! For the first six months, many health organizations including the WHO, recommend babies be exclusively breastfed or (formula-fed, whichever works for you!). But as babies get older...

If your baby is starting solids soon, you might want to try these simple recipes for your baby's first foods. They are easy to make, doesn't require so many ingredients, and more importantly, they don't take a lot of time to make and are healthy for your little one.

Babywearing can be super convenient and helpful for both you and your baby. Carrying your baby in a baby carrier ensures your hands are free to prepare a meal, do house chores, or play with your older child. When you are out and about, using public transportation...

Nipple pain or soreness during the first few days of breastfeeding is a common problem especially when your baby first latches on the breast. However, it should only last for about a minute and should improve later on. If you are suffering from severe, constant pain that does not go away...