Health & Safety

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

You survived the labour and you’re holding your new baby. But what do you do with it? This is everything you need to know about your newborn.

We give you step-by-step instructions on how to hold baby, change a diaper, bathe and feed her, and put her to bed.

If bubba won’t stop crying though you’ve checked his diaper, fed and burped him, maybe he needs a rub.

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

We offer handy hints on soothing your sweetie when they just won’t stop bawling.

Most of these illnesses are nothing to worry about, but you’ll want to know how to manage them.

It’s scary when your baby isn’t his usual self. Find out when you need to bring him to the doctor.

With the right eyecare and early detection, you can help your child have the best vision possible.

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.

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!

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!

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.