The mystique of induction & labour
How is induction done? Do I need one? You have heard this term many times, but what does it mean? Induction of labour (IOL) is a medical...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Jul 23, 20201 min read
Importance of Counting Kicks
Cord accidents are worst tragedies to avoid in pregnancy. Follow your motherly instinct to monitor your baby's kicking movements....
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Ms Amalia Liberman
Jul 11, 20202 min read
Breastfeeding is best for mother and baby
Over the years, many breastfeeding facts and myths have intrigued our minds. Most women did it willingly, some chose not to while some,...
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Dr Liew Hui Min
Apr 22, 20202 min read
Skin allergies in children
3 must-know common skin allergies in children Not sure what triggers your child’s skin condition? You may be looking for food triggers...
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Dr Wendy Sinnathamby
Mar 20, 20202 min read
5 Optional vaccines to consider for your child
Wondering if you should vaccinate your child with Rotavirus or Chickenpox vaccine? Read on. Optional vaccinations for your child #1...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Mar 4, 20201 min read
INFOGRAPHIC: Coronavirus can infect pregnant mothers
Drawing of Covid-19 virus by a 5-year old child (Luke Tan) Read on to learn how to reduce your risks of infection. #2019nCoV#virusfree...
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Ms Germac Shen Qiaoyue
Jan 11, 20202 min read
6 must-know facts for febrile fits
Febrile fits can be scary and distressing, especially when it happens to your baby. You feel very helpless and frightened. Knowing what...
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Dr Irene Teo
Jul 29, 20192 min read
My newborn baby looks yellow, should I be worried?
Understand physiological jaundice Fret not! Jaundice is common in newborns. 25-50% of them have jaundice during first 2-3 days of life,...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Apr 8, 20192 min read
5 Must-do things before your first antenatal visit
Congratulations! You are now officially pregnant. The urine pregnancy test is positive very clearly and strongly. Read on for 5 must-do...
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Dr Tan Yung Khan
Apr 1, 20191 min read
Beware of kidney stones in pregnancy
Kidney stones are excruciating when you are pregnant. They are more difficult to be diagnosed and treated. During the third trimester,...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 29, 20182 min read
Debunking 5 myths on epidural
Epidural analgesia is said to have many side effects, how true are they? (Source: Pregnancy Singapore) Epidural analgesia (EA) is...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 22, 20182 min read
Episiotomy - the "cut" demystify
Once a routine part of childbirth, an episiotomy is now recommended only in selected deliveries. When you are at full dilatation (10...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 21, 20182 min read
Cesarean section delivery
During labour, your doctor may decide for C-section right away. This can be a sudden decision if you or baby's health takes a turn for...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 19, 20183 min read
Can I choose a boy or girl?
Is Natural Gender selection feasible? There is now a great deal of interest generated over this topic. Proponents of gender selection...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 18, 20181 min read
I want VBAC (Vaginal Birth after C- section)
Women who had a previous C-section may be still be suitable for VBAC. Consult your doctor. What is VBAC? VBAC is an acronym for Vaginal...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 16, 20183 min read
What to expect at Vacuum or Forceps Delivery
Imagine you are in labour and you’ve been pushing for hours. The doctor brings up the idea of using forceps or a vacuum to deliver your...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 16, 20181 min read
Explaining vacuum & forceps delivery
Did you imagine horror music and picture metal instruments attached to your baby’s head? If so, take a deep breath. It’s not that scary....
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 15, 20182 min read
I want a painless labour
Every woman experiences and tolerates pain differently. Sometimes, focussed breathing is all that's needed to get through labour, while...
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Dr Tan Thiam Chye
Dec 9, 20182 min read
Flu and whooping cough vaccine
Getting flu can be serious when you’re expecting as your immunity is at all-time low. Unfortunately, it’s harder for your immune system...
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Physician Edmund Pang
Jun 28, 20182 min read
TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) in Confinement - Lochiorrhea (恶露不止)
You've heard about the miracles of TCM during this period. How does it work? Confinement is a critical time for new mothers to adapt and...
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