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      CONVERSATIONS WITH… A Sex Therapist

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      7 ways to make your TTC journey less stressful

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      Will heavy menses affect your fertility?

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      Postpartum bleeding: Do you need to worry?

      Postpartum bleeding: Do you need to worry?

      “I delivered my baby in a Grab!”

      “I delivered my baby in a Grab!”

      10 fascinating things to know about the umbilical cord

      10 fascinating things to know about the umbilical…

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      Are you at risk of gestational diabetes?

      Are you at risk of gestational diabetes?

      5 strange things that may happen to your vagina during pregnancy

      5 strange things that may happen to your vagina d…

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      “How to enjoy your breastfeeding journey”

      “How to enjoy your breastfeeding journey”

      7 rules of night feeds every mother should know

      7 rules of night feeds every mother should know

      Useful breast care tips for new mothers

      Useful breast care tips for new mothers

      10 celeb mums who have championed breastfeeding [Photo Gallery]

      10 celeb mums who have championed breastfeeding […

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      What 2020 holds for your Year of the Rat baby

      What 2020 holds for your Year of the Rat baby

      9 mind-blowing baby development facts

      9 mind-blowing baby development facts

      8 ways to raise a fearless kid

      8 ways to raise a fearless kid

      Why pointing is an important milestone for baby

      Why pointing is an important milestone for baby

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      Common causes of tummy troubles in children

      Common causes of tummy troubles in children

      Should you give your baby PHP formula?

      Should you give your baby PHP formula?

      What is 2’-FL and how can it boost your baby’s immunity?

      What is 2’-FL and how can it boost your baby’s im…

      EXPERT ADVICE: My baby son has very tight foreskin!

      EXPERT ADVICE: My baby son has very tight foreski…

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      How to say “no” to your toddler without actually saying no

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      The right (and wrong) way to reward your toddler

      The right (and wrong) way to reward your toddler

      How to teach patience to your toddler

      How to teach patience to your toddler

      Why it’s good for junior to feel frustrated (and how to help them)

      Why it’s good for junior to feel frustrated (and …

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      5 ways music can help junior learn language skills

      5 ways music can help junior learn language skills

      Fun activities that'll improve your child’s speech

      Fun activities that'll improve your child’s speech

      Nurture bilingualism in your child from young

      Nurture bilingualism in your child from young

      Help, my child won’t speak!

      Help, my child won’t speak!

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      How much protein does my child need?

      How much protein does my child need?

      9 ways to help your child eat better

      9 ways to help your child eat better

      Is lutein the next big thing for your child’s brain development?

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      How to raise a child who enjoys food

      How to raise a child who enjoys food

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      Choosing a Safer Sanitising Option for your Baby and Young Kids

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      Include probiotics in your child’s diet to boost their gut health

      Include probiotics in your child’s diet to boost …

      3 common causes of chronic cough in children

      3 common causes of chronic cough in children

      Your guide to preparing your child (and yourself) for surgery

      Your guide to preparing your child (and yourself)…

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      9 engaging indoor activities to do with junior this school hols

      9 engaging indoor activities to do with junior th…

      “I played video games 16 hours a day”

      “I played video games 16 hours a day”

      13 fantastic things to do with junior in the North [Photo Gallery]

      13 fantastic things to do with junior in the Nort…

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      Paediatricians answer parents' top COVID-19 questions [Video]

      Paediatricians answer parents' top COVID-19 quest…

      Tips on preventing common sports injuries in kids

      Tips on preventing common sports injuries in kids

      Your kid’s mental well-being is important: 7 ways to boost it

      Your kid’s mental well-being is important: 7 ways…

      9 ways kids can eat healthily during their exams

      9 ways kids can eat healthily during their exams

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      P1 registration: All your critical questions ― Answered!

      P1 registration: All your critical questions ― An…

      8 more effective ways to ask junior about school

      8 more effective ways to ask junior about school

      5 effective ways to help your child learn faster

      5 effective ways to help your child learn faster

      EXPERT ADVICE: Why does my child have problems reading and writing?

      EXPERT ADVICE: Why does my child have problems re…

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      6 benefits of online speech therapy

      6 benefits of online speech therapy

      6 fun ways to teach your child to be assertive

      6 fun ways to teach your child to be assertive

      How to raise confident kids who aren’t afraid to stand up for themselves

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      Why it's important for parents to “let go” of their kids

      Why it's important for parents to “let go” of the…

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      Mommy Makeover: Be the Yummy Mummy

      Mommy Makeover: Be the Yummy Mummy

      What are those itchy red bumps on my skin?

      What are those itchy red bumps on my skin?

      Celeb dad Bernard Lim: My daughter is a joy to love

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      EXPERT ADVICE: Don’t delay health screening during COVID-19!

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      11 great ways to save money on baby stuff

      11 great ways to save money on baby stuff

      How much ang pow money should you give?

      How much ang pow money should you give?

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      OPEN LETTER To my firstborn

      OPEN LETTER To my firstborn

      DAD SAYS How I got my son to cut his mobile phone use

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      DAD SAYS How I got my son to read books he detested

      DAD SAYS How I got my son to read books he detest…

      Celeb mum Cheryl Wee: I want my kids to know they’ll always be enough for me

      Celeb mum Cheryl Wee: I want my kids to know they…

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When you are pregnant

Pregnancy lingo for clueless dads-to-be

Congrats, you’re a father in waiting! Now, wise up to pregnancy terms your wife and the Ob-Gyn will routinely utter…

Symptoms that signal danger
When you are pregnant

Symptoms that signal danger

Five pregnancy symptoms you should not ignore — see your gynae immediately!

C-sections 101
Giving Birth

C-sections 101

What happens if you need a C-section? Isabel Shan clues you in…

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Giving Birth

6 facts you need to know about C-sections

Though vaginal births are preferable and still reign, learn must-know details about when and why Caesarean deliveries are carried out.

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When you are pregnant

8 embarrassing things to watch out for

Beyond morning sickness, there’s pee, farts, reflux, hair fall, itches…

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When you are pregnant

4 frightening placental conditions to look out for

An organ that grows in the womb during pregnancy, learn what could affect the health of the placenta, baby’s lifeline.

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When you are pregnant

13 prenatal screening tests to know

Screening tests provide valuable info on your baby's health, such as whether he has certain birth defects. We have details.

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When you are pregnant

12 burning new mum- and dad-to-be questions — answered!

Floundering because this is your first pregnancy? Two ob-gyns give their take on common pregnancy posers…

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When you are pregnant

9 pregnancy symptoms you should never ignore

If you’re checking off any of these ominous signs, don’t wait, visit your gynae right away!

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When you are pregnant

I’m pregnant and bleeding! Will I lose my baby?

Bleeding or spotting when you’re expecting a baby is more common than you think. Here’s what you should know…

Everything you need to know about ultrasound scans
When you are pregnant

Everything you need to know about ultrasound scans

Ultrasound exams are routine when you’re pregnant. Learn how these are done and what they can tell you.

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When you are pregnant

“Burning” when you pee? Could be a UTI

15% of pregnant women contract a UTI — what is it and how do you treat it?

Things to do to make labour easier
Giving Birth

Things to do to make labour easier

Our comprehensive guide to getting the best birth experience.

“I delivered my baby in a Grab!”
Giving Birth

“I delivered my baby in a Grab!”

Dad of three Kamarulnizam Kiman recounts his nerve-wracking experience delivering his baby daughter on his own in a Grab ride.

  • Pregnancy: What to Expect During Labour, Birth and Beyond
Giving Birth

What to Expect During Labour, Birth and Beyond

Dr Ong Xiaohui, a mother and obstetrician, addresses some of the common questions and myths surrounding these issues

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When you are pregnant

6 ways to get your baby to move in the womb

Bubba kicking in your tummy is the best feeling ― learn how to encourage your baby to shift positions.

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Celeb mum-to-be Cheryl Wee: My pregnancy freed me from the jail in my head

The Mata Mata actress, who’s about to deliver her first child, opens up about her plans for motherhood and beyond…

9 mind-blowing things that happen to your pregnant body
When you are pregnant

9 mind-blowing things that happen to your pregnant body

From larger and more of everything to amped-up lung power, your body transforms in amazing ways when you’re expecting!

Are you at risk of gestational diabetes?
When you are pregnant

Are you at risk of gestational diabetes?

Learn if you have traits that’ll increase your chances of getting this pregnancy condition, plus, get tips to control it.

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Giving Birth

Newbie mums: Vital facts about labour and delivery

Kudos for making it to delivery day! Now, wise up to the important labour decisions you’ll need to make.

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Giving Birth

Why a rapid labour might not be a good thing

Delivering quickly may sound ideal, but a speedy labour isn’t always safe for mother and baby. Learn why.

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Giving Birth

6 reasons why a full-term baby benefits mum and child

Can’t wait to pop? Hang in there ― it really does pay to wait up to 40 weeks. Here’s why…

EXPERT ADVICE: Help, I have an incompetent cervix!
When you are pregnant

EXPERT ADVICE: Help, I have an incompetent cervix!

Facts about a rare and often silent condition that causes pre-term birth and miscarriage in an otherwise healthy pregnancy.

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When you are pregnant

5 signs you might be going into premature labour

If you aren’t 37 weeks pregnant yet, here’s how to tell if your baby is arriving sooner than you expected.

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When you are pregnant

Steps you can take to prevent another premature birth

Lower your chances of having another preterm baby when you follow the expert’s guidelines on ways to reduce the risk.

Pregnancy pain: 5 common causes
When you are pregnant

Pregnancy pain: 5 common causes

Expect some discomfort even in the smoothest pregnancy. Get a grip on the five most common aches.

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When you are pregnant

How to boost your baby's growth at every trimester

Your chubby bubby starts off as a cluster of cells ― learn ways to spur his growth in your womb.

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When you are pregnant

I’m having a miscarriage – now what?

There’s nothing you can do to prevent the loss of a baby, but here’s what you must know about this life-changing event.

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“My baby was growing outside my womb”

Holly Jean Aroozoo-Clarke lost her baby and nearly her life, too ― she opens up about her ectopic pregnancy.

“Eating for two”— that’s a lie
When you are pregnant

“Eating for two”— that’s a lie

Keep weight gain in check to avoid complications, advise doctors.

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Giving Birth

7 tricks to an easier labour

Prepping well ― from staying fit to snacking smartly ― is your ticket to a calmer labour…

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When you are pregnant

Pregnancy sex ― What’s it really like?

Pregnancy doesn’t have to spell the end of sexual intimacy. Keep things steamy at every trimester with our expert advice.

7 truths about sex
When you are pregnant

7 truths about sex

Whether it’s the last or only thing on your mind — all your feelings about pregnancy sex are normal, experts say.

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When you are pregnant

7 things husbands should know about pregnancy sex

Enjoy great pregnancy sex ― arguably the best time to get busy between the sheets ― with these tips!

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10 ways to involve husbands in pregnancy

Congrats, your wife’s pregnant! Now, wise up to nifty ways you can be part of the journey…

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8 "gifts" from the labour ward besides baby

Congrats, you’ve produced your bundle, now wise up to what to expect post-delivery!

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6 tips to increase your chances of a drug-free delivery

More expectant mums are choosing to deliver without meds or painkillers. Here’s what you should know about drug-free birthing.

5 pregnancy-related digestive issues to look out for
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5 pregnancy-related digestive issues to look out for

Beat the bloat ― and other digestive problems you’re encountering in pregnancy ― with these timely tips.

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When you are pregnant

6 common sleep issues in the third trimester

Big bump robbing you of much-needed Zzzzs? Nod off in a jiffy with these expert tips!

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Giving Birth

6 facts to know about cervical dilation

What happens when your cervix opens up for baby’s birth, plus, learn safe ways to speed up this crucial process!

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When you are pregnant

6 pregnancy power foods to eat

To keep you and your growing bump in good health, make sure to add these superfoods to your prenatal diet!

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  • 9) Avoid renovating, redecorating or moving to a new home during your pregnancy
  • 8) Don’t look at frightening or ugly images of animals, babies or monsters
  • 7) Don’t attend funerals, if you do, wear a red scarf
  • 6) Don’t attend weddings during your pregnancy
  • 5) Don’t sit at the sharp and pointed edge of a rectangular or square table
  • 4) Don’t cut or sew anything on the bed during your pregnancy
  • 3) Don’t eat mutton
  • 2) Steer clear of crabs or seafood during your pregnancy
  • 1) Don’t announce your pregnancy during the first trimester
  • 10) You can dictate your baby’s destiny if you opt for a C-section
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10 Chinese pregnancy myths: True or false? [Photo Gallery]

Whether they are “pantang” or not, some Chinese mums-to-be still abide by a host of pregnancy beliefs…

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Giving Birth

6 facts to know about birthing big babies

Wondering if that big baby in your belly means you’ll surely need a C-section? Here’s what you need to know…

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Prenatal massage: What you need to know

If you have a sore back and feel in need of some TLC, a prenatal massage might be the answer…

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Giving Birth

Dads: 10 ways to avoid being the worst birth partner ― ever!

Husbands, make sure you don’t utter these boo-boos to your labouring wife in the delivery suite.

3 ways physiotherapy benefit pre- and postnatal women
When you are pregnant

3 ways physiotherapy benefit pre- and postnatal women

Learn why physiotherapy is an important part of post-birth recovery for women.

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EXPERT ADVICE: How can I avoid pregnancy back pain?

A severe backache may affect your organ functions if left untreated! Learn what signs to look out for…

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EXPERT ADVICE: What is preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome?

Preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome can result in the premature delivery of your baby, but there are ways to detect this condition early.

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