Let’s Practice Self-care During Pregnancy too, Mamas!
Dear new mum-to-be, How are you feeling today? I know, most of the time we don’t pause and “check in” with ourselves. It’s easy to be bogged down by the hustle and bustle of getting things done every day. Caring for kids, making sure meals are served up on the dining table, ensuring that laundry […]
12 Relaxing Ways for Pregnant Mums to De-stress
Pregnancy is the start of something beautiful. For some mums, it can be a stressful journey. Be it your health concerns, your baby’s development or external reasons, remember that a happy mum and a happy bump make a big difference. What are some safe and relaxing ways pregnant mums can de-stress and feel better? 12 […]
Pregnant Mum’s 4 Tried-and-tested Ways to Relieve Morning Sickness
Pregnancy marks a new chapter for the family. Along this journey, some pregnant mums might experience morning sickness, and this is common and normal. While most of us experience it during the first trimester, some women have it throughout pregnancy and at different times of the day too. What are some tried-and-tested ways to relieve […]
A Letter to My Mother and Sons, from the Imperfect Me
“Mother” is the first person we know when we are born, yet also the last to forget in our lifetime. Everyone has a unique story about their mother and the homes they grew up in. Mine isn’t a beautiful piece of art to admire, but now, I understand what “things happen for a reason” means. […]
How Can I Be a Financially smart Mum Without Neglecting Myself?
As a mum raising a family in Singapore, I realised that many of us tend to spend a large portion of our incomes on our children and family. The monthly childcare fees, enrichment classes, buying them the freshest ingredients, getting them new clothes and presents… multiple cash outflows that go towards kids. How about ourselves, […]
Thank you, mums. I’m inspired by you.
I was inspired by an introspective Chinese piece that got me thinking and appreciating much more about my life. I would like to share this piece in English and dedicate it to you – yes, YOU! Here’s to the mums who went through tons of changes in life, pushed through limits and self-doubts. Thank you […]
SingapoRediscovers Vouchers: 9 Unique Ways for Mums to Maximise Me Time
HOORAY to receiving an extra $100 to spend, thanks to the SingapoRediscovers Vouchers! Mummies, if you’ve been wanting to plan some “me time”, or replacing your pre-booked travel plans with your girlfriends or sisters, how about maximising it with some activities in Singapore? How to redeem your SingapoRediscovers Vouchers? Firstly, you’ll need a SingPass account […]
Mum Guilt – Do You Feel Guilty About “Me Time”?
“Mum guilt” probably needs no introduction. It’s that wave of uneasiness that hits mamas when we are away from our children. Why do mummies feel that way when we are not physically with our kids? Whether we are working mums, stay-at-home mums (SAHMs) or anything in between, we do need our “me time” and relish […]
5 Quick Ways To Improve Recovery After Pregnancy & Get A Glowing Skin
As the saying goes: “There are no ugly women, only lazy women.” Mummies who wish to restore that pre-pregnancy glow, start by taking care of your skin as part of self-care and improve recovery after pregnancy. Research has shown that having children accelerates mum’s ageing process at cellular level. Since we know it is true, […]
Mums, 4 Reasons Why Our Skin Change After Giving Birth?
Among the motherhood circle, there is a common saying: “Despite many decades’ worth of skincare, a woman’s skin returns to a reset state after having a baby.” Many people think that time is akin to a knife; but to women, giving birth is the real knife that accelerates ageing. Before pregnancy, we are “girls” and […]