Health & Safety

Paediatric tui na is a Chinese therapeutic massage often given to babies and young children. But how safe is this treatment?

Tongue tie restricts your baby’s tongue movement and can affect his feeding and speech.

Learn why your child’s head is flat and find out how this condition can be corrected.

From birthmarks to strange spots, learn about the different types of skin conditions your newborn might have.

Great teeth perfect your sweetie’s smile. Paediatric dentist Dr Tabitha Chng from Thomson Specialist Dentistry tells you how.

If tears and discomfort usually follow your infant’s spit-ups, his digestive system may be the culprit.

Follow these strategies to ease your munchkin into a scary new world ― and settle them to sleep effortlessly!

Use our weaning tips to ensure the transition from milk to solids gets on the right track.

Oh, your sister/friend/neighbour has a new baby — what should you do?

Easy to make, this yummy pudding made with pumpkin, gelatin and milk is a rich-tasting snack or dessert you’ll love (and nourishing for your bump!)

After battling ovarian cancer, Jamie Koh was devastated to learn that her baby girl had the dreaded disease, too…

If your newborn is squalling inconsolably, then it’s most probably the dreaded colic.

Time to toss these baby items out of your home ― they do more harm than good!

Win at the parenting game from the get-go, by powering up on these vital skills you’ll need to care for your mini-me!

Follow these quick and easy tips to bring down your little one’s temperature.

From a swollen ankle and a fever, this baby boy was later diagnosed with having juvenile arthritis…

Has your sleepless kewpie left you feeling like a zombie in the office? Get him sleeping, stat, with these tips!

Important safety tips to remember when giving baby the bottle.

Bad enough that Long Li Yann’s children had been swapping infections for weeks, then one night, her baby barely responded…

When doctors diagnosed her infant with a life-threatening condition, Grace Park pulled together every resource to save her tiny daughter.

Jasmine Lee’s world came crashing down when her baby was born with several serious health issues, including problems swallowing.

Your baby is likely to catch more bugs when they are clustered with others. Here’s how to prevent it…

Nathalie Yan’s maternal instincts saved her 4-month-old girl from lifelong heart problems.

SmartParents pediatrician Dr Low Kah Tzay, tells us the health checks that bubba needs.

Important things to take note of if you are offering your baby a bottle.

If baby’s tugging on their ear, they may have an ear infection. Find out what causes this common childhood problem.

These childcare beliefs aren’t just obsolete, some are downright dangerous!

Make sure that you’re applying the safest and gentlest products to bubba’s mane!

Clueless about caring for your new baby? We’ve got you covered with a paedi’s answers.

Milk aside, it’s vital that your baby gets sufficient rest ― if not, they may suffer from health issues.

Whether it’s a cut or a burn, get first-aid tips on how to help your baby during a medical emergency.

Newborns don’t come with a manual, so here’s how to keep bubba feeling ― and smelling ― healthy “down there”!

Save bubba’s skin from getting bitten by nasty mosquito with one of these bug-repelling plants!

Read what the experts have to say about the nutrients found in formula milk…

Don’t wait ― safeguard your precious bundle from life-threatening diseases with the necessary jabs!

Your baby’s sheets are a hotbed for bacteria and odour ― get rid of stains and smells with these tips.

Don’t take chances with your baby’s sensitive skin ― keep it soft and supple with these strategies.

Are you about to switch your sweetie to solids? We’ve got yours covered from the first bite

Feeding your little fella involves more than just food. Here are ways to bond with bubba while breaking bread.

Ensure your peewee’s playthings meet safety standards.

If bubba’s still not eating, overhaul your lunch strategy with these tips.

Beware: These apparently simple things could set your bub a-screaming. But SmartParents gives you the low-down to prepare for these basic tasks...

Caring for a new baby can be scary, so wise up to challenges that new parents can expect to face.

Don’t be alarmed if your infant’s skin has turned slightly yellow. Here’s what you need to know.

If your little one is unwell, offering rice water can help to rehydrate her. Does it have other benefits?

Here are the best ones in the market.