Mothers want the best for their child in all aspects of their lives - especially their health - which has lead to the polarisation of opinions on the topic of vaccination. Whilst from the best intentions, there is a lot of misleading information out … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding is promoted, encouraged and supported in Hong Kong government hospitals in principal. However, in practice, the level of support offered can vary. Although well meaning, some staff may want to follow routines that are not necessarily in … [Read more...]
You'll change thousands of diapers by the time your child is ready for the potty. While a majority of people still choose disposable diapers, more companies are making cloth diapers, and more and more parents are going down the cloth diaper route. … [Read more...]
Is there anything more disruptive to the flow of family life than a child with a serious sleep issue? Whether your little one is bright eyed and bounding out of bed before dawn, has a downright refusal to nap, or has a habit of paying late night … [Read more...]
I think it’s fair to say that many of us are under the impression that if something is labeled BPA-free then it’s safe to use, be it a bottle, sippy cup or reusable water bottles. New research, however could prove this theory wrong! So without … [Read more...]
So you're back in Hong Kong after a long summer away and your little ones are of course perfectly set to your holiday time zone. So how do you get them back on track when you land back home in Hong Kong? Wide awake when its time to go to sleep, … [Read more...]
18 months ago I arrived in Hong Kong barefoot and pregnant. OK… so I was wearing shoes, but yes I was 'with child' and just as suddenly, without career and a home. I want to tell you about mums' groups, because without them, being a first time … [Read more...]
The idea behind healthy nutrition for a breastfeeding mama, is to nourish both bub and mama with vitamins, minerals & antioxidants, strengthen the immune systems, provide the mother with enough nutrients to produce an adequate milk supply and to … [Read more...]
People often ask me what baby products are essential for the first few months of a baby’s life. The truth is, when you break it all down, your baby’s absolute needs are quite simple. They are: - Food - … [Read more...]
I bet that before becoming a parent, ‘diapers’ was not a word that crossed your mind. And yet, one of the first decisions you’ll make as a new parent, is whether to use disposable or cloth diapers. Before you know it, you’ll be sitting around … [Read more...]
