20 Single royals to obsess about now that Prince Harry is married

One of the single royals, is now taken! What’s that sound you hear? It’s the sound of a million women groaning as they watch Prince Harry’s ship sail from the land of singles. After the
 royal got married to Meghan Markle
, women the world over couldn’t help but feel both happy and sad.

On one hand, they’ll have to stop dreaming of marrying their favourite British prince. On the other, who wouldn’t be thrilled to see Prince Harry so happy and obviously in love with Ms Markle?

Prince Harry may no longer available, but there’s no reason to fret. Monarchies still exist elsewhere in the world. Looking for single royals is still easy, though they may not be as popular as the British princes.

These single royals have the look, the style, and the riches. Plus they have social media accounts.

Take a look at this list of the most eligible single royals in the world today.

Single Royals That You Need To Follow:

1. Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah of Jordan

A scion of the royal line of the Hashemite family, the 23-year-old prince is the son of King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan. He’s a second lieutenant in the Jordanian Armed Forces, and a graduate of Georgetown University with a degree in international history.

He is in charge of the Crown Prince Foundation, which is responsible for a technical university and a number of scientific and humanitarian initiatives. In 2015, when he was just 21 years old, Hussein was the youngest person to chair a UN Security Council session.

He has an
Instagram
 account with more than 1.2 million followers. From his pictures, his interests include playing football, motorcycling, playing the guitar, and reading.

2. Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed of Dubai

Sheik Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
is the Crown Prince of Dubai. As his Instagram account (with 6 million followers) shows, he’s into adventure sports like hiking, semi-professional skydiving, regular diving, cycling, horse riding, and zip lining.

Prince Hamadan bin Mohammed s also an accomplished poet, publishing his work under the name Fazza, a name in which he’s popularly known. His poetry is mainly romantic, patriotic, and about his family.

3. Princess Beatrice Elizabeth Mary of York

Daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, the 29-year-old single royal is eighth in line to the British throne. In an interview on her 18th birthday, Princess Beatrice said she wanted to use her position to help others through charity work. By that time, she had already undertaken charitable duties alongside her mother, Sarah, the Duchess of York.

In 2002 alone, Princess Beatrice visited children living with HIV in Russia, supported Springboard for Children (a literacy project for children with learning difficulties) and the Teenage Cancer Trust in Britain.

In April 2010, she became the first member of the royal family to complete the London Marathon in order to raise money for Children in Crisis. She is also the patron of Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice.

4. Princess Eugenie of York

Sister to Princess Beatrice, the 27-year-old single royal has gifted the world with her royal grace and ventures into charity and art. She has been working for the Hauser & Wirth art gallery in London as an associate director since 2015.

5. Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana of Thailand

The sole daughter of Thailand’s Crown Prince, she’s ranked by Forbes magazine as one of the hottest royals in the world. She is also a fashion designer with two fashion shows under her belt.

6. Prince Philippos of Greece and Denmark

Prince Philippos is the son of former monarchs
Queen Anne-Marie
 of Denmark and King
Constantine II of Greece.
 He belongs to a generation of young European royals who went to New York City, seeking anonymity. There, they also seek a chance to prove themselves without the help of their royal titles.

He graduated from United World College – USA, and
the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University. He is currently an analyst at Ortelius Capital, a hedge fund, in New York City. He even has a
LinkedIn account
.

7. Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark

Sister of Prince Philippos and daughter of former King Constantine II of Greece and Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark, Princess Theodora is an actress going by the stage name Theodora Greece.

Princess
Theodora moved to
Los
Angeles in April 2010
 to pursue an acting career. She made her television debut as secretary Alison Montgomery in the long-running
soap opera
,
The Bold and the Beautiful
, on December 5, 2011.

8. Prince Constantine-Alexios of Greece and Denmark

Prince Constantine-Alexios is the youngest single royal on the list, at 19 years old. He is the eldest son of Pavlos, Crown Prince of Greece, and Marie-Chantal, Crown Princess of Greece, and the godson of Prince William of Britain. The prince is currently studying at Georgetown University in Washington D.C., and you can have a look at him in school at
his Instagram account
.

He has four siblings:
Princess Maria-Olympia
, 21, Prince Achileas-Andreas, 17, Prince Odysseas-Kimon, 12, and nine-year-old Prince Aristidis-Stavros. (More single royals who will be fawned over by adoring fans of royalty.)

9. Prince Haji “Abdul” Azim of Brunei

He is fourth in line to the throne of Brunei. He is a paparazzi favourite and the most well-known of Brunei’s royal family. And for good reason. He’s been known to steal the spotlight because of his extravagant lifestyle and lavish star-studded parties.

10. Prince Albert of Thurn and Taxis

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Born Albert Maria Lamoral Miguel Johannes Gabriel, 12th Prince of Thurn and Taxis, he is a German aristocrat, businessman, and race car driver. He is also a regular on the ‘World’s Youngest Billionaires’ list since his father’s death in 1990. In 2008, Prince Albert ranked 11th on Forbes Magazine’s List of The 20 Hottest Young Royals.

11. Princess Elizabeth of Thurn and Taxis

Born
 Elisabeth Margarete Maria Anna Beatriz Prinzessin von Thurn und Taxis
,
 Princess Elizabeth is a German journalist She has certainly made a name for herself in art, travel, and fashion. She is even capable of liturgical writing. She penned a liturgical volume about faith, and she had a regular column in
Vatican
 magazine.

While she is known professionally as Elisabeth von Thurn und Taxis, she is frequently referred by her nickname, TNT. She is now based in London and has been a style editor-at-large for
Vogue
 magazine since 2012.

12. Prince Wenzeslaus of Liechtenstein

Popularly known as ‘Vince the Prince,’ he was born on May 12, 1974. Though he’s 43 years old as of this writing, the single royal still hasn’t settled down for marriage just yet.

13. Lady Amelia Sophia Theodora Mary Margaret Windsor

Daughter of Prince Edward, The Duke of Kent, the young and single royal is known for her disarming beauty and bold fashion choices. The 22-year-old, affectionately called ‘Mel’ by friends and family, has kept a relatively low profile until she was named the most beautiful member of Britain’s royal family in Tatler magazine’s April issue two years ago.

She is currently 36th in line to the British throne. She is the darling of the fashion world for her daring and impressive style, so it would only be fair to name her the most stylish member of the royal family as well.

14. Lady Marina Charlotte Windsor

Lady Amelia’s older sister and a well known name in the royal high society, Lady Marina Charlotte Alexandra Katharine Helen Windsor is a fashion figure in her own right.

15. Prince Sébastien of Luxembourg

Born
Sébastien Henri Marie Guillaume on April 16, 1992, he is the fifth and youngest child of
Grand Duke Henri
 and
Grand Duchess Maria Teresa
. The single royal is currently sixth in the line of succession after his elder siblings. He graduated from the 44-week officer training course at the Royal Military Academy of Sandhurst and qualified as an Officer Cade. On September 4 this year, he took the oath as an officer of the Luxembourg Army.

16. Princess Alexandra of Luxemborg

The fourth child and only daughter of Grand Duke Henri and Duchess Maria Teresa, Princess Alexandra is one classy single royal. She was born Alexandra Joséphine Teresa Charlotte Marie Wilhelmine on February 16, 1991. These days she undertakes engagements like visiting a school for students with disabilities, and accompanying her father for the Japanese State Visit this year. Single royals are so happy to have her as one!

17. Prince Joachim of Belgium

Prince Joachim is ninth in line to succeed the Belgian throne. He is currently 27 years old, and he is a ranking officer in the Belgian Navy. All of his grandparents and great-grandparents are royal or noble. He is descended from the Austrian, Belgian, Italian, French, Swedish, Danish, British, Portuguese, Spanish and German royal or imperial families.

18. Princess Maria Laura of Belgium, Archduchess of Austria-Este

Born Maria Laura Zita Beatrix Gerhard on August 26, 1988, the single royal is the second child and oldest daughter of Lorenz, Archduke of Austria-Este, and Princess Astrid of Belgium. She is currently eighth in line to the Belgian throne. She is fluent in French, Dutch, and German, the three official languages of Belgium, as well as English.

19. Sheikha Maitha bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum of the UAE

Not only does she possess royalty and beauty, she is also an award-winning athlete who represented the UAE in the 2006 Asian Games. She won the silver medal at the Women’s Over 60 Kilogram karate event and participated in the 67 kg category for women in tae kwon do. She is the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. One of the most inspirational single royals.

20. Kgosi Leruo Molotlegi of the Royal Bafokeng Nation

The only king in this list, he is the 36th King of the Royal Bafokeng Nation in the Republic of South Africa. He is effectively a king without a queen.

This single royal is the
President of the Mineral Rights Association of Indigenous People of South Africa, an alumnus of Holton College in Natal, South Africa, and holds a university degree in Architecture and Urban Planning from Natal University. He is also a keen sportsman and holds a Victor Ludorum Gold Medallion at Hilton. That’s not all. Apart from being a sportsman, he is also a fixed wing and rotocraft pilot. He was appointed an Honorary Colonel in the South African Air Force.

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Recently Diagnosed with Diabetes: 10 Things You Need to Know

If you have recently been diagnosed with diabetes, here are a few things you need to know – you are not alone. In the next four years, seven million Malaysians are expected to have diabetes and it is prevalent among 31.3% of adults. The World Health Organisation (WHO) even dedicated November 14th for this medical condition.

Diabetes is a medical condition where the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin or the body is unable to use the insulin at an optimum level.

There are four types of diabetes – Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes mellitus and prediabetes. Of these, gestational is a case of glucose intolerance during pregnancy and disappears post-delivery for women.
Prediabetes
 is the presence of higher blood glucose levels but it is not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. A
2016 report
 indicated that prediabetes in Malaysia is underdiagnosed.

Type 1, also known as juvenile diabetes, is an autoimmune case where cells in the pancreas that produce insulin are destroyed by the body’s immune system. Type 2 refers to a condition where your body does not make enough insulin or the insulin made does not function properly.

Half of those with Type 2 diabetes are 54 years or younger. Up to 90% of people living with diabetes have Type 2. Both types have similar symptoms. Some of them include:

frequent urination

feeling thirsty and drinking a lot of fluids

feeling hungry

feeling fatigued

blurry vision

cuts or sores that don’t heal quickly

Dealing with Your Diagnosis

It is most important that you learn to deal with your diagnosis. Diabetes refers to high levels of glucose or sugar in your blood. You need to understand this medical condition and how it affects you. You also need to understand how it will create an impact on your life.

The biggest change you would undergo is related to your diet. Your diet needs to be changed, depending on your diet. Those with Type 1 diabetes will have to monitor their carbohydrate intake. If you have Type 2 diabetes you have to undergo a diabetes management course.

You need to understand the course of medication and its side effects including the possibility of it reacting to your present set of medicine.

Questions
 to ask your doctor

When should I have my blood sugar checked next?

What are the signs that my blood sugar is too low?

What should I do if my blood sugar gets too low?

What are the signs that my blood sugar is too high?

What should I do if my blood sugar is routinely too high?

How much should I be exercising? Should I take any special precautions?

Who could help me design a meal plan?

What kind of complications does diabetes cause?

Do I have any complications caused by diabetes?

Which other specialists should I be seeing?

How easily can I get a referral to a specialist when needed?

At what point should I consider medication to lower my blood sugar?

Talking to your family about the diagnosis

Talking about your diabetes condition to
your family and close individuals
 is not easy but it is essential for you to do so that they would know how to react in the event they have to react to a condition you are facing. Sharing the diagnosis would give you a sense of relief as it is also a heavy burden to shoulder all alone.

Here are five tips that you can use in addressing the issue with your loved ones.

Determine what you want and don’t want to talk about

Lead them into the conversation

Let them pose questions after you speak because they are concerned about you

Explain to them how they can help you. It can be in the form of emotional support and assist you with a new diet.

Be patient with them as they may be overly concerned about whether you can manage to live with diabetes.

Planning for Your Future

Since the majority of the population has Type 2 diabetes, here is how you can plan your future while managing the medical condition. There are certain lifestyle changes you would have to follow religiously.

Walk more

In opting for a healthy lifestyle, the easiest thing for you to do is to walk. Walk more, preferably a 20-minute stroll after having meals since that would bring down the blood sugar level. Even a 10-minute walk after meals is better than a 30-minute walk at any other time.

Strengthen your body

Do more cardiovascular workouts that would strengthen your body. Body-weight exercises like push-ups, sit-ups, squats, wall-sits, and lunges can be done without the need for equipment from a gymnasium. Please also consult a doctor before you begin a new exercise routine.

A blood sugar meter is your ally

From now on, the blood sugar meter is your best buddy. It is a device that would allow you to have better control over your blood sugar and power your health. It comes in various names: blood glucose meters, continuous glucose meters (CGM). Discuss with your doctor the frequency to check your blood sugar. Monitoring the blood sugar would also be helpful for the doctors who are treating you.

CGMs and Insulin pump therapy has been used here since 2005. Insulin therapy is especially useful for Type 1 diabetes patients.

Annual eye check-ups

Having diabetes would lead you to have eye-related medical conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, cataracts and glaucoma. Symptoms for these medical conditions are not noticeable. Your eye doctor would be able to track that. So please go for your annual eye checkups.

Diet

Generally, people would watch out for the sugar content on the nutrition label that they purchase. It is not the sugar content that you would have to look out for. Look out also for the carbohydrate content.

Even if a product claims to be sugar-free, the presence of carbohydrates doesn’t make it sugar-free. Carbohydrates, when broken down, become sugar that would raise your blood sugar level.

As for your diet, ensure that it is made up of three to four food groups. As far as possible make sure your meal is starch free. Instead of animal-based protein such as beef and other poultry, you can try beans, legumes, and soya. Even fish with omega 3 fatty acids are good protein options.

Dental Care

The
American Academy of Periodontology
 has found that diabetic patients are more likely to develop periodontal diseases. Having periodontal disease would make it more difficult to control blood sugar. You would also increase your risk of having diabetic complications. To be on the safe side, please have a dental check-up done annually.

Feet care

Check on your feet regularly before you retire to bed for
 peripheral neuropathy
. It is a type of nerve damage that affects the feet and legs. About 50% of people having diabetes also have this condition. High blood sugar damages the nerves on the legs and small vessels that nourish the nerves.

Have adequate sleep

Please get about 7 to 9 hours of sleep. There is a somewhat strange 2-way link between diabetes and
sleep
. Those who have Type 2 diabetes have an increased risk of having sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and those with sleep disorders also have a higher risk of having diabetes. Having longer high-quality sleep would help reduce your blood sugar level.

Care Options in Malaysia

Traditionally diabetes care was hospital-based. However, since the 1990s, it has evolved to include the private sector as well as technology-based care using the apps on smartphones.

Homage offers all-around care services in terms of nursing care, vital signs monitoring, medical administration, post-surgery care. Daily living care by locally trained caregivers would cost RM29 per hour. Locally qualified nurses for your nursing care would cost RM34 an hour. Home therapy by locally trained therapists is RM170 per hour

Diabetes Support Groups in Malaysia

National Diabetes Institute (NADI)
 offers various forums and seminars to help one understand diabetes. They also conduct free counselling and blood test sessions. You can also consult them regarding the lifestyle change you would have to do.

Diabetes Malaysia
 focuses on care for diabetic patients via awareness, prevention, education and management of this medical condition.

Living A Full Life with Diabetes

Living a full life with diabetes is a reality since it is manageable. Here are some tips to living a full life with diabetes:

Eat healthy with a proper diet that would not increase the blood sugar level

Exercise. Spend about 5 hours exercising in a week.

Lose 10% of your weight as that would reduce the impact of diabetes.

Monitor and treat your blood sugar levels. Use metformin that is prescribed by your doctor to control the sugar levels.

Follow the treatment plan. Attend regular screenings. You can also purchase blood glucose monitoring kits.

Prevent infections because diabetes increases the risk of infections. It can be life-threatening for those with diabetes compared to those without diabetes.

Managing diabetes is a reality even though it is not curable.

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Poor Oral Care in Children - A Hidden Epidemic

Many people think of good oral health as having white teeth and a nice smile but there is so much more to it than that. Practising good oral health care from infancy into adulthood as part of overall health is simple and easy. Unfortunately, many fail to see that poor oral health has far-reaching consequences.

What’s more, childhood cavities are
not
 harmless – studies show that children who have cavities at a young age are three times more likely to have them as adults. The Malaysian National Oral Health Survey of Preschool Children (NOHPS) reports that 71.3% of 5-year-olds already have cavities!

What can parents do to prevent this from happening? Dr Yogeswari Sivapragasam, Senior Lecturer and Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry, the School of Dentistry at International Medical University (IMU), offers some valuable advice.

(left) Dr Yogeswari Sivapragasam, Senior Lecturer and Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry at International Medical University (IMU)

Start them young (from birth!)

It is easy to overlook oral care in babies – after all, they won’t have teeth till months later! However, babies should still have their gums cleaned at least twice a day.
 This helps to set the foundation for a lifetime of daily oral cleaning routines.

Besides that, parents should also get advice from healthcare practitioners, such as a nurse advisor at community clinics or paediatricians, on how to care for their child’s oral health from birth, which includes what to do when their teeth first appear.

Say ‘no’ to salt and added sugar (until later)

As children – and their teeth – grow, exposure to new foods is natural, as their diet expands in accordance with their changing nutritional needs. However, it is important to introduce new foods gradually and mindfully.

Dr Yogeswari advises parents to delay the introduction of added salt and sugar into their child’s diet, so that they do not develop a liking for these flavours early in life. A lifelong preference for sweet foods can lead to higher risk of dental problems as well as chronic health conditions such as obesity and diabetes, she explained.

Make dental visits fun and regular

It is quite common for adults to have an aversion to visiting the dentist, and this may have developed from their own negative experiences. However, it is important that parents put aside their personal fears and help to create a positive experience for their child.

Children should receive their first dental check-up when they are one year old
 (remember this: “first birthday, first dental check-up”).

Thereafter, a check-up is advisable every 6 months.
 As it is unlikely that they will have any dental problems at this young age, this will help young children have a positive experience rather than associate dental visits with pain and fear.

Regular visits will help to normalise the experience of visiting a dentist and will go a long way towards preventive care. The idea behind early dental visits is that potential problems are detected early and prevented from progressing further, explains Dr Yogeswari.

Be alert to behavioural changes

It can happen that children sometimes refuse certain foods or refuse to brush their teeth. While this may be easily explained as the child being fussy or picky, there could be another reason behind it.

A child with cavities or gum disease may experience chronic discomfort or pain, causing them to avoid foods that require chewing. This may inadvertently lead them to avoid whole foods such as apples and chicken, and choose softer foods instead, many of which are processed and contain higher levels of salt, sugar and fat. Over time, this may lead to nutritional deficiencies or chronic conditions that can affect a child’s health into adulthood.

Long-term pain can also cause irritability, or affect their ability to concentrate during lessons in preschool. In addition, poor oral health can also affect a child’s self-esteem if they are teased due to the appearance of their stained or rotten teeth. This may cause them to avoid social activities or become withdrawn.

As such, Dr Yogeswari advises parents to be alert and check for possible dental problems if their child suddenly appears to be unwilling to chew or becomes irritable without any apparent cause.

Different ages, different oral health needs

Parents can help to support their child’s oral health through different stages of development by being observant of any visible signs such as bleeding gums, ulcers or discolouration of the teeth.

Dr Yogeswari also cautions against the common misconception that milk teeth are not important as they will drop out anyway after a number of years and stresses that establishing a lifetime of healthy oral health habits begins in childhood.

Here’s her advice for oral care at different ages:

After birth, before the baby’s teeth develop

Use a clean, damp cloth wrapped around a finger, gently wipe the gums in the morning and at night.

After the first teeth appear

Use a baby-friendly toothbrush with a toothpaste that contains fluoride to gently brush the teeth and gums at least twice a day, as part of a routine.

Pre-school age

At this age, children are able to hold a toothbrush but will need their parents to manually guide them on how to do so thoroughly.
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School-going age

By this time, children should be able to brush their teeth independently, with supervision from parents.

“We cannot isolate oral care from the rest of the body. Oral health and general health – they are interlinked. Overall health literacy, a healthy diet and good personal hygiene including good oral care habits all contribute towards overall health and wellbeing,” said Dr Yogeswari.

“It is therefore essential to establish good oral care habits from infancy, with daily hygiene and preventive care as part of everyday life. This will make oral care a natural part of life, allowing parents to gradually entrust children to continue these healthy habits into adulthood and for the rest of their lives.”

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Smart ways to discipline your child at every age

It was impossible to think about your precious newborn ever turning into a sassy, defiant toddler, but we all know it happens-even to the sweetest, most congenial children. Hey-we all have our off days, right?

When your toddler begins this type of behavior, you may as well resign yourself that you are in for these episodes every now and again until they reach the age of…being out on their own. And then they
still
won’t listen to you all the time (take it from a mom who knows). Don’t despair, though. There are effective and age-appropriate ways to handle their misbehavior
i
n such a way that they will think twice before repeating the offence. Okay, so maybe it will take a third, fourth or fifth ‘think’ before they catch on. The point is that they
do
 eventually catch on…as long as you handle their discipline/punishment appropriately.

Toddlers

First of all, a baby under the age of 10-12 months should never be disciplined beyond the repeated ‘no’ and slap on the hands to teach them the necessity of not touching breakables, things that can burn or harm them in other ways and not putting things in their mouth that could possibly choke them or be poisonous.

Once they reach that
toddler stage
, however, you will need to be prepared to discipline your child. You need to remember, though, that a toddler’s defiance is usually the result of another problem. They may be scared, ill or simply not understand what is expected of them. They may also feel overwhelmed at their surroundings. And then, yes, there are those who are simply
testing their boundaries
because that’ what they feel needs to be done.

For whatever reason, the first step toward discipline needs to be deflection. Try to deflect them away from the situation by drawing their attention to something positive. This will work much of the time, but when it doesn’t try one of the following:

Remove the toddler from the situation

Gently, but firmly holding them on your lap; speaking to them calmly, reassuringly but firmly stating what is expected of them

Short periods of ‘time out’-one minute for every year old they are

Taking away the item (toy, book, etc.) that is causing the problem

Preschoolers

Once your children reach their preschool years, they are more aware of right vs. wrong and can be held accountable for their actions. Again, the discipline should be age-appropriate and fit the ‘crime’.

It is also important to remember that children this age are eager to copy your actions and will often times do things like mummy and daddy (putting on makeup, going through the tool box, cooking, mopping the floor, etc.) to be helpful (or so they think). At times like this, it is better not to discipline or punish. They honestly didn’t see any wrong-doing in their actions.

The behaviors of a preschooler that need disciplinary action include:

Hitting

Not sharing

Bullying

Lying, cheating

Sassing and arguing

Disobedience

Proper discipline for a preschooler’s misdeeds includes:

Talking with your child
 about their misdeeds; why it was wrong, what they need to do to make retribution and not repeating the offense

Time out

Removing your child from the situation

Withholding a favorite toy, television time or another privilege for their misbehavior

Elementary aged children

Elementary aged children are at an age when they are beginning to think for themselves more and more. And with this thinking for themselves comes a fight for independence.

It’s important to allow them a certain amount of independence, but at the same time, you need to teach independence within boundaries and with respect for those boundaries and authority. This is done by allowing them to spread their wings a bit via overnights with friends, earning an allowance and allowing them to spend part of it as they choose, making choices in regards to what they wear, what activities they participate in (within reason) and to pursue a hobby of their choosing.

When your child does act out, however, the
appropriate disciplinary measures
 include:

Loss of privileges

An act of kindness for every act of unkindness or disrespect

Additional chores

Verbally expressing their acknowledgement of their wrong doing and asking forgiveness

Older children

As your children grow and mature, their need and desire for independence, expressing their own thoughts, feelings and discovering who they are is both natural and important. But this time of discovery, like every other phase of their life, needs to be handled with lots of firm but gentle love and care.

It is important that you allow your children to grow their own passions and interests, that they are allowed to grow and mature at their own pace-as long as it is within the boundaries and expectations of your household.

If they do-no, when they do need discipline, the most acceptable forms of discipline include:

Loss of privileges

Loss of allowance

Extra household chores

An act of kindness for every act of unkindness

Loss of items that are near and dear to them; IPOD, computer, etc.

Remember what discipline is

Discipline is meant to teach appropriate behaviour and to instil the fact that for every action there is a consequence. Discipline is not meant to humiliate, cause pain nor is it to be used as ‘payback’. In other words, discipline in firm and gentle love and with the intention of teaching your child how life is to be lived rather than using it as a control mechanism.

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Things To Consider When Picking A Diaper For Your Baby

Parents, you are in for a shock of your life! Did you know that babies can go through at least 700 diapers during their first 3 months of life?
1
For the first few weeks of their lives, babies need to be changed 7 or 9 times per day! This is why choosing the best diaper for baby can be slightly difficult.

You might like a certain brand of diapers, but if your baby doesn’t and she faces irritation, diaper rash and even leakage, you might have to search high and low for the best one!

Nevertheless, we are here to guide you through how to find the best diaper for baby of top-notch quality. With an extensive variety of baby diapers in the market, parents are bound to be confused about choosing the best one for their baby.

How to Choose the Best Diaper for Baby

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1# Diaper Feature

All diapers in the market are special in their own ways – some are super absorbent, some have special features for certain sizes, while some are manufactured without nasties!

The rule of thumb that I follow is a perfect diaper must have these features:

Good absorbency

The main purpose of using a diaper is to absorb pee and poop without any leakages even after a few hours of wearing. Although it is advisable to change the baby’s diaper as often as possible, sometimes it’s good to prevent ‘accidents’ from happening.

A leaky diaper can irritate the skin and potentially causes diaper rashes because the baby’s delicate skin comes in contact with wetness. An irritated baby is not someone you want to deal with when you are already running around trying to keep things together.

Wetness indicator

This is my favourite feature in any diaper – wetness indicator lines change colour as the diaper becomes fully soiled. I was once a new mother myself, and I would constantly check the baby’s diaper to see if he peed.

Not only did it keep me anxious at all times, but the baby also couldn’t get a peaceful rest!

With the indicator, I do not have to open the baby’s clothes to check the diaper. It’s definitely a win-win situation and super convenient!

Breathability

As parents, you need to ensure that the diaper is made from soft and breathable material so it will not restrict airflow to the baby’s bottoms, causing them to be stuffy and cranky.

This is especially true when we’re residing in Malaysia with such hot and humid weather. An airy diaper also means less likely for the baby’s skin to have irritation.

Fit

You also need to look out for stretchability and a good fit in diapers. It should be stretchy enough to fit your angel comfortably without leaving any creases and marks on the skin. If it did, again, it will lead to skin irritation and a cranky baby.

Also, a perfectly fitting diaper will prevent unwanted leakages as it contours the baby’s body well while allowing babies to develop freely, whether they are laying down, crawling or actively moving around.

2# Size Range

It’s always better to opt for a diaper brand that offers a full range of sizes from Newborn onwards, to larger sizes to cater for your baby’s different growth stages.

 It’s especially important to consider this if you’re expecting or have a newborn baby because some brands do have Newborn size with special features that are made to gently protect your baby’s healing umbilical cord stump.

3# Skin sensitivity

Most babies will develop dry skin, rashes or other skin conditions a few months after their birth. Contrary to popular belief, diaper rash is not caused by diapers alone.

In fact,
diaper dermatitis comes from any moisture that’s sitting around in your baby’s diaper area for a certain period of time.

One of the ways to reduce skin dermatitis issues is by choosing disposable diapers that are dermatologically tested and manufactured without allergens or nasties to keep your little one’s bottoms rash-free.

We Serve Only The Best For You!

Understanding the needs for the baby has always been a priority to Drypers especially with their specially designed diaper,
Skinature by Drypers
.

The super-premium diaper designed with
Derma-Care Technology
™
 is a combination of soft and breathable materials with special care technology keeping the baby’s skin dry.

That means, it is gentle for ALL skin types, even sensitive ones that are prone to
EU26 Allergens
.
EU26 Allergens are the 26 most-known allergenic substances in Europe and are commonly defined as substances that induce an allergy including redness, skin irritation or rash.

The best part about Skinature by Drypers is that it is
hypoallergenic, chlorine-free and fragrance-free
, making it safe and gentle on baby’s sensitive skin. No allergens, only pure goodness!

The Skinature By Drypers
has 100% more airspace that allows more breathability and less stuffiness
 as well as speedy absorption to keep babies clean and dry. These would help to reduce skin irritation on your baby and keep them comfortable all day.

New parents will love this feature the most – it has a
wetness indicator that turns from yellow to green
, so you will know when to change the diaper without opening it to check! That way, not only do you get to keep your baby dry and clean all the time, you won’t have to worry much on when would be the perfect time to change them.

This premium
diaper range comes in different sizes, from Newborn to XL
. With its premium softness and 6x more stretchable waistband, this allows your baby to grow physically unhindered with ultimate comfort assured!

Reference:

www.healthline.com/health/parenting/the-best-disposable-diapers-for-babies-toddlers-and-the-environment#Quick-look-at-the-best-disposable-diapers

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6 Alarming Eye Problems in Kids with Long-term Effects Parents Should Know About

Making sure kids have good vision is part of helping them make the most out of life. But no matter how hard parents try to maintain good vision, some kids will develop eye problems, if they weren’t born with it already. Eye problems like nearsightedness (myopia) and farsightedness (hyperopia) can easily be detected, but what about the problems that go unnoticed?

Let’s take a closer look at these eye problems, which can have long-term effects, that parents should be aware of.

#1. Amblyopia or Lazy Eye

Amblyopia is also known as “lazy eye.” It can either be the result of strabismus (eye misalignment), refractive errors (nearsightedness or farsightedness), or a blockage of the eye’s capacity to filter light, as is common in cataracts.

According to the University of Oklahoma Eye Institute
, amblyopia can be corrected if diagnosed early, specifically a child’s preschool years. But if it’s recognised when a child is about 9 to 10 years old, it may prove more difficult to treat.

What parents should know:
 Watch out for squinting in one eye, misaligned eyes, poor depth perception (often bumping into things), double vision, or frequent head tilting. Treatment includes prescription glasses, eye drops, patching, or surgery.

#2. Childhood Tearing

This condition, which is also called epiphora, or excessive tearing, is often recognised shortly after birth. During infancy, it presents as blockage of tear ducts.

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology
, symptoms of blocked tear ducts are watery eyes or tears overflowing from the eyes.

What parents should know:
Blocked tear ducts normally corrects itself before a baby turns a year old. Some doctors may recommend a special massage to help tear ducts open up. As for childhood tearing, it can improve on its own at 6 to 12 months. It can be treated by a similar massage followed with eyedrops.

#3. Developmental Abnormalities

There are eye disorders like coloboma (holes in the eye), microphthalmia (small eye) and optic nerve hypoplasia (underdeveloped optic nerve), which appear during fetal development.

What parents should know:
These eye development abnormalities can result to vision loss. For those with coloboma, vision loss depends on the location and size of the holes in the eye. For instance, if the
coloboma is located on the iris
 there will be a noticeable “key hole” shape on the eye. In kids with microphthalmia, the eyes appear to be abnormally small.

#4. Pediatric Cataract

Much like cataracts in adults,
pediatric cataracts can be noticed as cloudiness
 or opacification of the lens of the eye, which is usually clear in appearance. Though it’s more common in adults, it can also appear as early as infancy or childhood.

What parents should know:
In order to avoid lasting visual impairment, parents should bring their kids to the doctor for early detection and treatment once the condition is suspected. Take note that eye misalignment or a white area in the pupil may be early signs of cataract. Treatment through eyeglasses, contact lenses, or eye-patching may be recommended, but for severe cases, surgery may be required to avoid a child’s vision from being further damaged.

#5. Pediatric Glaucoma

A result of high pressure in the eye, glaucoma can result in optic nerve damage. The optic nerve is one of the essential parts of the eye for vision. This serious disease can result in
total and permanent vision loss
.

What parents should know:
This is a rare condition that is often detected in newborns, toddlers, or school age kids. Watch out for frequent blinking, light sensitivity, eye redness, cloudy corned or tearing.

#6. Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)

This results when the
blood vessels inside the retina do not develop normally
. It is commonly seen in premature infants. Though it results in mild symptoms, it can evolve or progress into more serious ones that increase the risk of vision loss.

What parents should know:
 Though ROP often resolves on its own, some cases may require laser treatment. Other complications of this condition are strabismus (eye misalignment), cataract, myopia (nearsightedness) and, in some severe cases, blindness due to retinal detachment. For preemies at risk for this condition, pediatricians can recommend a routine screening protocol, which can be done before discharge from the hospital.

This article is republished with permission from
theAsianparent Philippines
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One printer that will keep your whole family smiling

As a mum, it’s important for you to keep everyone in your family happy. But at the same time, as a busy mum, you want to be efficient about doing so.

Just imagine if you could easily print out your weekly menu plan, help your husband keep abreast of the latest world and business news, and keep your kids amused with fun and educational activities, just at one touch?

Well now you can, with the
HP DeskJet Ink Advantage all-in-one wireless printer series
.

Kids can have loads of fun with the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage all-in-one wireless printer series.

Something for everyone in the family

Wireless printing is convenient for most time-strapped mums, but if you have a printer from the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage all-in-one wireless printer series — which come pre-loaded with a wide range of great apps — you’ve got yourself a true lifesaver.

Not only do these printers come with great features, but they keep everyone in your family happy by connecting you to the following awesome apps.

Check out these fun Disney activities you can print for your little ones with the Disney app!

For kids

1. Disney:
With this app, your little ones (both boys and girls) can enjoy their favourite Disney characters with fun colouring pages, games, cards, special features and more. You just need to pick a Disney character and choose from the many fun-filled activities that are available for your kids.

2. LeapFrog:
LeapFrog is one of the best-known names in early childhood education. Now with this app, you can print out fun and education learning activities for kids from preschool to grade two.

Mums, get organised with the handy 7-Day Menu Planner.

For Mum

1. 7-Day Menu Planner:
This incredibly handy app offers busy and health-conscious mums a week’s worth of meals that are flavorful yet low-fat, and can be prepared easily and economically. It also includes a shopping list to whip these meals up
.

2. Easy HP Games and Craft:
If you want to keep the kids busy but want to keep an eye on them at the same time, this app will help you bring art class to the kitchen table! With it, your kids can create their own finger puppets, 3-D model cars and more!

Get your dose of daily news, quickly and efficiently.

For Dad

1. Docstoc:
Busy parents can find and share templates they need with Docstoc, the premium document repository for professional documents. You can gain instant access directly from the touchscreen panel for legal, business, financial, technical and educational documents.

2. TimesDigest Daily:
Great for dads (and mums!) who want to stay up-to-date with world news, this app delivers The New York Times’ top stories in a comprehensive synopsis up to seven days a week. To customize your delivery days and sections, go to
hpconnected.com
 or
eprintcenter.com
 (up to 10 pages per day).

You don’t have to stop at just these. Explore multiple apps on Education, Business, Travel, Productivity and more through your HP DeskJet Ink Advantage all-in-one wireless printer.

To browse all the apps that help you and your family Play, Live and Learn,
please follow this link
.

You can print out cool colouring sheets and let your child get creative!

Features to enhance your life

1. Easy mobile printing

Start printing and get connected quickly with easy setup from your smartphone, tablet, or PC.
 Click this link
 for the full list of supporting operating systems.

Connect your devices directly to your printer, and easily print without accessing a network. For details,
please follow this link
.

Manage printing tasks and scan on the go with the free HP All-in-One Printer Remote mobile app.

Easily print from a variety of smartphones and tablets.

Your pages come out great, even if you’re not there!

Print wirelessly from virtually anywhere.

2. Affordable, high-quality printing

You get value for money, where you can print up to twice as many pages with Original HP high-yield ink cartridges. For more information,
click here
.

Get high-quality prints, time after time, using the world’s number one printer brand*.

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3. Everything you need to keep your family smiling

The display panel features simple icons for controlling print, scan, and copy functions, simplifying your tasks greatly.

You can create borderless photos, flyers, and other documents, right from the comfort of your home.

Get up and running right out of the box and automatically connect to your wireless network.
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Access fun colouring pages, yummy recipes, coupons, and more with free HP Printables that are all delivered on your schedule.

There’s something for everyone with the HP printable apps.

4. Designed to fit your life

Save space with a compact all-in-one designed printer to fit on your desk, on a shelf, or anywhere you need it.

Print in any room you choose without causing disruptions. The optional quiet mode helps keep noise to a minimum.

As you can see, the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage all-in-one wireless printer series

gives you the flexibility to print absolutely anything you want even from your mobile device. It truly supports the needs of a modern family that cherishes the time they spend together doing activities the kids love, and helps create memories to last a lifetime.

Visit
www.hp.com/apac/thinkitprintit
 to know more about HP printers.

For peace of mind, HP delivers support and services right to your doorstep for faulty HP printers. This service is available throughout Malaysia and HP will even deliver a replacement printer to your doorstep for your convenience. Please
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All features described in this article may not be applicable for all HP printers. Please refer to relevant product specifications for each printer for more information

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Safe Itching Creams for Pregnant Women

Itching is common during pregnancy, which is caused by increased levels of certain components in the blood such as hormones. The stretched belly skin will also cause itching! Therefore, it is never too early to start sourcing for itching creams to soothe your skin.

It is inadvisable to scratch the itch on your skin, especially at the abdomen area, since scratching it will often result in stretch marks that are more noticeable and harder to treat. Hence, it is crucial to find out the causes of these itches and ways to curb the urge to scratch that itch.

Some causes of itching during pregnancy include:

Skin stretch marks

Dry skin

Fragrances or fabrics

Hormonal changes

Cholestasis (a liver disorder that can result in a buildup of bile acids in the blood that causes itching)

Pruritic Urticaria Papules and P
regnancy Plaques (PUPPP) - an itchy rash that occurs around stretch marks during late pregnancy

Prurigo (crusty and itchy bumps on the arms, legs or abdomen that can appear in any trimester)

Choosing The Best Itching Creams On The Market

During pregnancy, mothers shouldn't consume products that could potentially harm the fetus, hence it is important to consult your doctor before using any products to treat your itch.

To choose the best itching creams out there, here are few things to look out for:

Ensure the ingredients used are safe and come from natural sources

Avoid products with parabens, SLS, alcohol and so on

Check labels to confirm it is safe for use during pregnancy

Look out for multipurpose itch creams (like itch creams that help minimise the appearance of stretch marks)

5 Best Itching Creams For Pregnant Women In Malaysia

#1 Mama’s Choice Stretch Mark Cream

Why it’s good:

Mama’s Choice Stretch Mark Cream is formulated with selected natural ingredients and is enriched with Vitamin E and antioxidants, which is effective in repairing and replenishing the skin by providing moisture.

In addition, it helps to reduce stretch marks appearance and relieve itching that is caused by these stretch marks.

Features we like:

 Patented formula by Mama's Choice

 Provides comfort to the stretched abdomen, hips, and breasts

 Contains Lipobelle ™ Soyaglycone and aloe vera which promotes skin elasticity while keeping the skin soft, hydrated and supple throughout the day

 Rich in antioxidants and collagen-building components

 Gentle enough for sensitive skin

 Safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers

 Recommended for use during and after pregnancy and to help with weight fluctuations

 Mama’s Choice Stretch Mark Cream
Buy at Shopee

#2 Bio-Oil

Why it’s Good:

Bio-Oil is one of the most popular and trusted products in Malaysia. Bio-Oil is formulated with the following natural ingredients: Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Calendula Oil, Lavender Oil, Rosemary Oil and Chamomile Oil.

It is a non-comedogenic (acnegenic) hypo-allergenic product that is suitable for daily use especially for individuals with sensitive skin.

Features we like:

 Good for removing new and old scars

 Reduces the likelihood of stretch mark formations during adolescent growth spurts, pregnancy, and periods of rapid weight gain

 Helps improve the appearance of existing stretch marks

 Softens and tightens wrinkled skin

 Helps replenish the skin's natural oils which could be diminished due to severe weather, frequent bathing and the drying effects of central heating and air conditioning

 Bio Oil Skin Oil
Buy at Shopee

#3 MUSTELA Stretch Marks Cream

Why it’s Good:

Mustela Cream provides long-lasting hydration that strengthens skin elasticity, treats discomfort and, best of all, is fragrance-free.

Avocado peptides, which are patented natural origin ingredients, are used to strengthen the skin’s hydrolipidic barrier, thereby helping to moisturise and soothe the skin. More importantly, it is suitable for pregnant and lactating mothers.

Features we like:

 Increased skin hydration 4 hours after application

 Strengthens skin elasticity

 Tested by a dermatologist

 Made with ingredients formulated for pregnancy and lactation.

 0% paraben, phthalate, phenoxyethanol

 MUSTELA Stretch Marks Cream
Buy at Shopee
Buy at Lazada

#4 Palmer’s Cocoa Butter

Why it’s Good:

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Concentrate Cream is made with genuine Cocoa Butter and enriched with Vitamin E in an emollient base. It soothes, heals and softens rough and dry skin as well as scars, and it also tones the skin.

It is an excellent whole-body moisturizer that also relieves itching due to stretching.

Features we like:

 SPF 15 protection

 Hydrates rough and dry skin

 Especially effective in hydrating hands, elbows and knees

 Compact size suitable for travel

 Provides moisture for 24 hours

 No parabens or phthalates

 Palmer’s Cocoa Butter
Buy at Shopee
Buy at Lazada

#5 Sebamed Anti-Stretch Mark Cream

Why it’s Good:

This product is suitable for preventing itches due to stretched skin during pregnancy.

The Anti Stretch Mark Cream helps soothe the discomforts from stretched skin caused by clinical treatments for slimming, mesotherapy, liposuction and the altering of breast size.

In addition, it provides maximum skin tolerance for all sensitive areas such as the abdomen, breasts, hips, and thighs.

Features we like:

 Contains avocado oil, natural sheaths and other lipids that provide efficient care and protection of the many skin layers

 Ensures better adaptation of connective tissues when there is rapid weight loss or gain due to the presence of a unique combination of Centella Asiatica (tiger grass) extract and peptides supported by a liquid-crystalline lipid structure from a complex derived from olive oil

 Can be used while breastfeeding provided that proper hygiene rules are followed

 Does not stain clothes

 Free of parabens, mineral oils, phthalates, alcohol and bisphenols (BPA)

 No animal ingredients used

 Sebamed Anti-Stretch Mark Cream (200ml) -
RM106.50
by

Sebamed
Beli di Shopee

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Completely healing a C-section wound

The skin usually heals in about 5 to 10 days time. While the muscle layers along the abdominal wall takes about 4 to 6 weeks to heal. On the deeper layer, the muscle of the womb, would take about 12 weeks to heal completely. With regards to when can you start exercising, probably about 2-3 weeks after the c-section.  If you feel well, you can start to exercise without much exertion so a good exercise to start off with is things like brisk walking,  swimming,  or light weights.

You can slowly pace yourself and increase intensity to your comfort level. Usually, exercises that involve your core muscles, example, sit ups, things like that, should be delayed for about 8 weeks to 12 weeks after the surgery. This is to allow the muscles to heal nicely before you put any undue pressure on it.

Answered by Dr Beh Suan Tiong

Dr Beh Suan Tiong is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in Thomson Medical Centre. He is also accredited by the Members of Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (M.R.C.O.G) in the United Kingdom.
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Does Gadgets Bring Any Harm to Children?

Gadgets including smartphones, tablets, TV, computer, laptops, projectors or other displays are loved by both parents and children. Naturally, it is because of the positive impact such as entertainment and education for the children, and it also helps to improve motor skills, etc.

However, it can be harmful if excessive usage. Studies have shown that excessive use of gadgets can cause physical and mental negative effects eg. speech delay, affected social and communication skills, less interaction between parents and children, anxiety, depression, early exposure to negative contents, addiction etc.

It’s really surprising that a study carried out USA revealed 1 in 3 children in the United States of America (USA) can use a tablet or phone before they even start talking.

Children using gadgets usually focus so much on the content that they usually don’t pay attention to their posture, the distance of their eyes from the screen. I
t’s very common to slouch, tilt back the head with the chin jutted forward. And these will affect the body and the eyes.

How do gadgets affect our eyes? Are tablets bad for children’s eyes?

Staring at an electronic screen continuously for a long time can cause eye strain.

Computer vision syndrome also called digital eye strain is a condition that is caused by extended screen time. It is a combination of eye and non-ocular symptoms.

This includes fluctuating vision, double vision, difficulty in focusing, eye strain and tiredness, irritated eyes, tearing, red eye, dry eye, headache and fatigue, neck, back and shoulder pain.

Researchers also recognise that
increased screen time among children is a significant risk factor for the development and progression of short-sightedness (myopia). It is noted that the prevalence of myopia has increased significantly in the last few decades which coincides with the increased use of digital devices.

How does too much screen time affect children’s eyes?

Research has shown effects of gadgets include to those who used gadgets longer hours have more eye symptoms than those who do not.
It has been observed that children can spend more than 2 hours to even 9 hours a day of screen time.

The glossy screen on most of the gadgets can cause glaring which can cause significantly decreased visual acuity and thus causing blurring of vision.

Children who use devices more than 4 hours a day have worse computer vision syndrome than those who spent less time on gadgets.

The risk
 of developing myopia (short-sightedness) also increases in children when they spend about 8 hours daily on gadgets.

If possible, restrict the amount of time children spend on gadgets and don’t allow them to use them after their time is finished. Also, limit the time of watching TV.

 Small children can use gadgets an hour a day and two hours a day for school-going children. Students should not use computers/mobile for more than 4 hours continuously in a day.

The ceffects of gadgets and too much screen time

According to different studies, a child will likely become overweight or have vision problems when they spend too much time using gadgets. The thinking and emotional development during the first five years of a child are crucial.

 Spending more than two hours a day on gadgets can cause slow cognitive development and attention deficit. Hence, it is advisable to reduce screen time and add in other activities to have balanced development as a whole.

How to advise or help your child practice good eye habits?

Credit: Freepik

Not realistic to stop children from using gadgets and if it is necessary to use computer/mobile many hours in a day then preventive measures must be taken.

Frequent rest breaks in between:

Encourage them to follow the “20-20-20” rule: After every 20 minutes, take your eyes off the screen and look at least 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. This relaxes the eye focusing and alignment muscles. It is also a good time to stand up, walk, do some stretching or other tasks, to relieve strained muscles and reduce fatigue.

Outdoor activities:
 Encourage children to play outside with their friends and siblings. So helps in exercising long-distance vision and lessens the chances of myopia. They can also take some fresh air and exercise, and learn to interact and communicate with other children. Encourage to take up hobbies: Gardening or sports and games.

Parents should not always use gadgets as babysitters.
Gadgets are given to keep the child busy while the parents tend to do their chores or other activities. Instead give them wide choices of creative toys, storybooks, colouring books and puzzles.

Adjust the light brightness
 on the device screen so that it is comfortable for the child to see. Anti-reflective coatings on the spectacles or over the screen can help reduce glaring and strain.

Fix a gadget-free time each day.
 Use this time to connect as a family.
Parents and caregivers have the greatest responsibility to discipline children and control their exposure to gadgets. It is good to start young.

When to have your child’s eyes examined?

A doctor or health
professionals will examine newborns
 and infants while they follow up and when given vaccination. They will screen and look out for any eye infections, eye defects, congenital cataracts or glaucoma during their regular check-up and visits.
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Parents can bring their child to an optometrist, paediatrician or ophthalmologist as early as 3 to 5 years old for eye screening as long as they can cooperate.

However, if parents noticed child has a squint (strabismus), lazy eye (amblyopia), eye focusing issues or a white coloured pupil (leukocoria) while taking photos, the child should have a comprehensive examination by an ophthalmologist.

If the child is already 5 years old and above, vision should be checked every year.

Will the use of a phone at night cause blindness? Or is it true using your smartphone in the dark risks speeding up vision loss?

Short term usage of phones in the dark is not harmful to the eyes. The problem starts when it is prolonged and without taking adequate breaks. An excessive
 amount of phone usage in the dark for several hours is not advisable.

 Too much light exposure directly into the eye can trigger a toxic reaction called phototoxicity, which will kill the light-sensing photoreceptor cells in our retinas. The photoreceptor cells are unable to regenerate.

To worsen this, when we are in the dark, our pupils are dilated and this intensifies the amount of light exposure into our eyes. But when we are in a well-lit room, our pupils’ contract and will reduce the amount of light entering into the eye.

The macula is the centre area of our retina that is responsible for providing clear detailed images in our central vision. The light radiating from smartphones can be a potential cause for macular degeneration which may lead to some degree of vision loss with time.

What foods are good for your eyes?

Several major studies have pointed to the influence of dietary factors in eye health. Researchers are continuing to study and to look at a range of nutrients also in dry eye, cataract, and glaucoma.

Dry Eye:
 Many studies have demonstrated the benefits of fish oil (Essential Fatty Acids ) in dry eyes.

Glaucoma:
 Several studies have shown that reducing oxidative stress benefits glaucoma. Those who consumed more fruits and vegetables high in vitamins A and C and carotenoids were less likely to have glaucoma.

Age-related Macular Degeneration:
 Food that is rich with Omega-3 fatty acids, copper, zeaxanthin, lutein, zinc, vitamin C and E which are antioxidants slows down age-related damage

The current daily recommendations for healthy eye nutrients, as suggested by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) to slow the progression of eye disease, are:

500 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C

400 international units of vitamin E

10 mg lutein

2 mg zeaxanthin

80 mg of zinc oxide

2 mg of copper oxide

Credit: Freepik

It’s better to eat a healthy balanced diet with lots of fresh vegetables and fruits, and minimal sugar, salt, and meat better than relying on heavy supplements.

Lutein and zeaxanthin
 are carotenoids which counteract the ravages of free radicals. Both are abundant in
leafy greens, such as spinach and kale.
 These carotenoids make up the macular pigments, which give the macula its characteristic yellow colour.

Fish rich in
omega-3 fatty acids
 eg salmon, tuna.

Nuts
 are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E eg.
 walnuts, cashews, pistachios, almonds
.

Seeds
 eg.
Chia seeds, Flaxseed Oil and Black Currant Seed Oi
l also contain omega-3 fatty acids.
 Sunflower Seeds
 are excellent sources of vitamin E and zinc.

Citrus fruits and berries
 are rich in vitamin C eg lemons, oranges, grapefruits and berries

Sweet potatoes
 are rich in vitamin E and beta carotene.

Meat such as beef, chicken breast
 are rich in zinc which also delays age-related macular degeneration

Eggs
 are an excellent source of lutein and zeaxanthin, good sources of vitamin A, C and E, and zinc.

Water prevents dehydration which may reduce dry eyes symptoms

Whole Grains
 are foods with a low glycemic index (GI) that can reduce the risk for age-related macular degeneration.
 Reduce refined carbohydrates and take quinoa, brown rice, whole oats and whole-wheat bread and pasta
. Whole grains are rich in vitamin E, zinc and niacin which will also help promote overall eye health.

Colourful fruits and vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, strawberries, pumpkin, corn and cantaloupe
 are excellent sources of vitamins A and C. – Legumes: Kidney beans, black-eyed peas and lentils are good sources of bioflavonoids and zinc

In moderation,
lean beef
 in your diet also contains zinc, which helps your body absorb vitamin A

The market nowadays is filled with processed food. Chances are we must have consumed a form of processed food every day.

They are convenient, delicious but low in nutrition. Processed food contains refined grains, fats, sugar, salt, and additives leading to increased inflammation and oxidative stress, speeding up degenerative processes.

Caution: Avoid Excess Supplementation. More is not necessarily better. There is a danger of duplicated nutrients which can cause harm to the body. Discuss with doctor or dietician

Tips on protecting children from the adverse impacts of electronic screens

In this era, it’s not practical to stop ourselves or our children from using these devices. Hence, it’s important that we should try to minimize the impact of these devices on our children.

It’s important for parents and caretakers to establishing a healthy balanced lifestyle for their children, especially from a young age. This can be vital in bringing up children that are able to take care of themselves during adulthood.

Source:
This article is written by Dr Tan Jin Poi, Eye Surgeon of Pantai Hospital Penang

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Celebrating Mothers With the Gift of Wellness at Chenot Spa, One&Only Desaru Coast

In honour of Mother’s Day, Chenot Spa at One&Only Desaru Coast says thank you with the ultimate indulgence: a 120-minute treatment session designed to leave Mum feeling calm, purified and most importantly, cherished. Nestled in the peace and serenity of lush rainforest and unspoilt coastline, One&Only Desaru Coast is the ultra-luxe home to Asia’s first Chenot Spa—a pioneer of the health industry for almost 50 years renowned for its science-based approach to wellness.

The Chenot Method combines the latest advances in Western medicine and diagnostics with the best of time-honoured Chinese and alternative treatments, with holistic treatments designed to evoke calm and to promote a healthy, well-balanced and active life.

For the entire month of May, Chenot Spa has curated a treatment package for the woman who deserves nothing but the very best. The Mother’s Day package begins with a signature treatment of the spa—the Chenot relaxing massage. Skilled and highly trained therapists work the body to a state of pure bliss, helping muscles relax, balancing hormones and freeing the body and mind of worry and stress.

As Mum is suitably relaxed and beginning to glow from within, the second part of the treatment works to bring the glow to her face. Chenot Spa’s Illuminating & Nourishing Facial Treatment provides nourishment and hydration to the skin with the use of specialised products that give tissue the optimal balance of vitamins and minerals. It stimulates the connective tissue, improves circulation and the flow of energy to bring vitality and radiance to the skin, leaving it exceptionally energised and hydrated.

The Mother’s Day package at Chenot Spa is priced at a special rate of RM848 (RRP RM1,060) and will be available for the entire month of May. Personalised gift certificates will also be available for purchase from 1 – 31 May 2022*, allowing guests to give their mothers a day as wonderful as she is.

*Gift certificate redemption is valid from 1 May till 30 November 2022.

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How to Teach Your Child Good Eating Habits - So They Can Reach Their Optimal Growth!

As a mother to a three-year-old, my biggest concern is whether my child has been getting enough nutrients from his daily meal. I make sure to teach him healthy eating habits, as I believe good nutrition is crucial to fuel him as he is growing up.

Although my child tends to be picky with his food, I am a firm believer that starting him off on the right foot with food will set the foundation for a healthy lifestyle that he will carry into adulthood.

That is why I try not to limit my child’s eating habits. He experiences healthy eating habits with food through self-learning and by watching others. Other than modelling healthy eating myself, there are other ways parents can do to instil this in their children.

The Do’s and Don’ts of Healthy Eating Habits

1. Do teach your child what food does to their body

When we see our children reaching for junk food, we tend to get angry at them and tell them off without explanation. I personally find that children are highly inquisitive about their surroundings and their bodies. They want to know how things work and we as parents should teach them what food does to their bodies.

Use this as an example, we want children to eat apples and we would normally say “Apples are good for you. If you don’t eat them, you will get sick easily!”. Try this instead, “Apples are delicious and eating it can give you a strong heart.”

This allows children to process their own healthy eating habits without forcing them or creating a fear-mongering situation. Never force them to eat something if they refuse it.

With that said, if a child feels restricted, they will only eat certain food and start a tantrum when you force them to try different meals. And eventually, parents will feel frustrated and only offer meals that their children like without taking nutrients into consideration.

2. Do teach children to eat at the dining table

My husband and I have a bad habit of eating our meals in front of the television and I started to notice that my son would prefer to have his meal this way too. However, when we are at my parent’s house, they insist that everyone eat at the dining table.

When they model this behaviour, my son would follow suit. He would sit properly on his chair and try different variations of meals because everyone is doing so right in front of him!

The best part is everyone talks to each other and my son no longer depends on screen time to keep himself entertained.

3. Don’t forbid treats

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This might be an unpopular opinion, however, I believe we should treat food equally and this includes treats. Parents tend to worry that their children will become unhealthy and that we might be failing as parents.

I make sure that the treats my son is eating are in children-sized portions and I will always make sure to serve the treat with his regular meals.

When your child feels restricted with their meals, that is when they start to eat sneakily, binge on food or start to obsess with food. You do not want to encourage this behaviour as it will continue to affect them into adulthood.

4. Don’t force them to eat

It comes naturally to us parents when we want our children to eat certain food. We tend to say, “finish off your carrots then you get your cookie”. It makes sense to us, but not to the children!

Instead, what they would think is that carrots are gross, cookie is good. They will end up liking the vegetables less and dessert more. To fix this problem, parents should serve everything on the same playing field.

Treat vegetables and desserts as what they are. Do not force your children to choose. Instead, model it to them. You eat your carrots and cookies, they will eat their carrots and cookies.

Support Your Child’s Growth with DUTCH LADY MaxGro

One quick way to get your children to get the right nutrients for optimal growth is by introducing them to milk. DUTCH LADY Milk Industries Berhad (DLMI) recently introduced two new packaging sizes for its latest innovation, DUTCH LADY MaxGro.

With the aim to provide convenience and value to parents, the two new sizes help children reach their growth potential by providing a nutrient-dense offering. The new serving sizes come in a 405g portion pack that contains 15 sachets, and a 1.2kg twin pack — with two 600g packs.

Suitable for children aged 1 – 9 years old, DUTCH LADY MaxGro is DLMI’s first milk-based formula dietary food and provides children with 80% of the recommended daily nutrient intake (Malaysia RNI 2017)
, as well as packed with essential nutrients, namely 9 Essential Amino Acids (9EAA), Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), Calcium and Vitamin D.

Other nutrients that can be found in DUTCH LADY MaxGro include Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Vitamin A, E, K1, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12 and C. The DUTCH LADY MaxGro is specially formulated to support children’s optimal growth, as testified by real mothers in Malaysia, with 97% of them agreeing they feel satisfied with their child’s height gain after consuming DUTCH LADY MaxGro
.

Track Your Child’s Growth Using DUTCH LADY MaxGro Growth Tracker

DLMI introduced MaxGro Growth Tracker — a mobile application that helps parents track their children’s growth, alongside the launch of DUTCH LADY MaxGro earlier this year in January.

Since the launch of MaxGro Growth Tracker, 98% of mothers agree they find the growth tracking tool use to track their child’s growth
2
.

Dialling the user experience further, DLMI is launching a new feature within the app, Growth Predictor, to allow parents to have an overview of their children’s growth projection. Available on
Google Play
 for free, parents can track their child’s growth anytime and anywhere.

Want to Know More? Join DUTCH LADY Facebook Live Session

In conjunction with the launch of the new packaging sizes and the new feature for the MaxGro Growth Track application, DUTCH LADY will be hosting a Facebook Live Session this 30th October (Saturday) at 9 pm.

Early childcare expert, Adlil Rajiah and Corporate Nutritionist of DUTCH LADY, Miah Chuah will talk about Nutrient-dense Consumption for Optimal Growth. This live session aims to spread awareness amongst parents on the importance of choosing a nutrient-dense diet for children to support their growing needs.

Tune in to the Facebook Live session right here on the
Dutch Lady Moms Club Facebook Page
 to find out more.

Reference:

80% of Daily Nutrients: Meeting At Least 80% Of Malaysia Recommended Daily Nutrient Intake (Malaysia RNI 2017) For Selected Nutrients Such As Calcium, Phosphorus, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin A, D3, E, K1, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12 and C

Survey conducted by Home Tester Club between 22/12/2020 and 15/04/2021, 112 members have received and home tested DUTCH LADY MaxGro for 3 months.

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When You Think Your First Born Will Be Your Only Child

When Anas, my firstborn, reached the age of 2, I told my husband I’m ready to have another baby. We were never on birth control. I thought the process will be as easy as the first one. After a few months, I noticed my period came irregularly. There are months when Ms Flo didn’t come to visit.

I then went to see my gynaecologist at Darul Ehsan Medical Center (now Avisena Medical Center) and she diagnosed me with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. She advised me to eat healthily and exercise regularly. She also prescribed me Duphaston, a medicine that contains progesterone and Metformin, a medicine to control blood sugar levels.

I needed a second opinion. I went to see another gynaecologist and he directed my husband to do a sperm test, which came back normal. I also did a pelvic exam, and he confirmed my diagnosis. He also explained that secondary infertility is normal.

At the end of the consultation, he requested me to do an HSG exam at a clinic in KL city centre. The HSG procedure had me take a medical leave from my office. I never had bad period cramps before, but the exam gave me the same side effect.

After 2 months, I noticed that I was late for 2 days. It was Christmas and coincidentally I kept a Clear Blue in my drawer. Unbelievably, I was 5-6 weeks pregnant! My husband and I were in shock. It feels like the first time. There are so many people we need to share the great news!

We went to a private GP and the doctor referred me to a public hospital due to my high BP. I was kept for monitoring from 11 am to 5 pm! Not my intention to offend but it was a pretty bad experience for me. At the end of the day, the doctor referred me to Klinik Kesihatan for my monthly checkups, if there was a baby.

I had my first pregnancy checkups at a private GP. This time I needed to get my prenatal checkups at the Klinik Kesihatan. I never knew their services were very efficient. Well, in my experience, the nurses were.

By 8 months, my pink book was very thick with papers because I needed to write down all my BP readings every day. I had a yellow sticker that indicated that I needed O&G supervision.

Unlike the low-risk pregnant mothers, my checkups were usually twice a month. I also started checkups with my gynae at Avisena Women’s & Children’s Hospital on my third month of pregnancy.

At a weekly check-up with my gynae, at 35 weeks, my BP was quite alarming. I was put in the labour room for monitoring. But this time, it was more comfortable and very peaceful. I requested to go home in the evening because I still have some work that needed to be done before my maternity leave.

In the next week, I was again wheelchaired to the labour room for BP monitoring. But this time, I needed to deliver my baby as he was in distress. I was told by the anesthesiologist that I might be staying a couple of nights in the ICU due to my condition. Then I was asked to fast before my surgery.

I gave birth just a little after sunset with full anaesthesia. He was put in NICU, and I was put overnight at the High Dependency Unit (HDU). After 3 more nights, I was discharged, without my son.

I needed to come back every day to feed him. He was in the NICU for 11 days before being discharged. The days I came to see him was very overwhelming. Seeing him on the machine saddened me.

When I was pregnant with my firstborn, I was finishing up my master’s degree. I was preparing for my Viva. During the early months, the doctor suspected I have Placenta Previa and asked me to go slow.

But I was travelling from Damansara to Shah Alam for my Master’s classes. I didn’t have any cravings and I was enjoying every bit of my pregnancy. There were no major complications except for a mild BP level.

But with the second pregnancy, I was working at a production & event company. Being pregnant should mean less physical (and heavy) works and more desk jobs.

But not in this industry. We were having TV shows and major events which needed me running around and walking down the stairs. I must admit, I was exhausted. I was cranky and moody almost all the time.

It was one roller coaster ride with this one. Like people always say, every pregnancy will never be the same. Just like how different siblings are, too. Though with the ups and downs and two caesarean scars, I told my husband I’m ready for a third when my second is only 18 months old.

Then pandemic hits… My husband believes it is best for us to wait because having another baby during this trying time would be very risky. Plus, I’m still controlling my BP with medication. And now (September 2021) my son is 2 years 2 months.

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How to clear blocked breastmilk ducts: A step-by-step guide

When it comes to reduced
breast milk
 supply, the reasons are aplenty — from formula feeding, low nutrition, insufficient glandular tissue, pre-existing medical conditions and more. But what happens when your milk ducts start to clog and add on to your stress in breastfeeding? No doubt that it becomes more painful and challenging for you. But fear not, mums! We share how to clear a clogged milk duct through breast massage in 5 gentle, simple steps.

But before that, do you know what are the symptoms of a clogged milk duct?

Symptoms Of A Clogged Milk Duct

pain in a specific location in the breast

a swollen, tender lump in the breast

heat and swelling in the breasts

slower milk flow on one side

skin that looks lumpy in one area

a small white dot on the nipple called a
milk bleb

Leaving your ducts blocked could lead to a low
fever
 in some cases. And doing so could lead to
mastitis
, a painful infection in the breasts.

As such, if you experience a fever alongside breast pain, it is recommended to visit a doctor.

How To Clear A Clogged Milk Duct Through Breast Massage: A Step-by-step process

When you’re facing clogging of the breast, your breast can tend to look solid, thick or lumpy in some areas. The skin surrounding the nipple could also swell red with white spots on the nipple as well.

Here’s a massage technique that involves 5 simple steps you can do on your own, mums, to help you ease the milk flow through your milk ducts. Besides, you know your bodies best.

Step 1: The back and forward motion

Place your breast between your hands while holding them horizontally. Keep that position while moving the gland tissue back and forward — as shown in the picture.

Afterwards, repeat the same procedure by placing your breast between your hands held vertically (more on the next picture).

Step 2: Massaging in circular motions

Support your breast with one hand and place
three to four fingertips
 of your other hand flat on the breast. Do all of that while massaging the gland tissue in a circular motion.

Shift the fingertips 2-3 cm from time to time and repeat the procedure, until you have massaged the entire breast.

Step 3: The gentle caress

Use your fingers to gently caress the breast from the base of the areola (the area surrounding the nipple) to the nipple. Through this movement, you can induce the milk to flow.

Step 4: Applying slight pressure

Place your thumb and finger behind the areola and press slightly in the direction of the chest; gently try and squeeze out a drop of milk.

After doing so, gently squeeze the breast. Then, move your thumb and finger towards the nipple without rubbing the skin.

Step 5: Release the tension through “rhythmical repetition”

You can wet your nipple with the resulting drop of breast milk and encourage your baby to suck the breast. The rhythmical repetition around the areola can help to relax your tense breast or even unclog it.

Alternatively, you can use a gently-functioning breast pump to help stimulate and express the breast milk.

How To Clear A Clogged Milk Duct: What To ALWAYS Take Note Before A Breast Massage

Here are some things to be mindful of:

1) Timing is key

Perform this massage briefly before any breastfeeding session.

It’s advised to do this particularly in the first days and weeks after your little one’s birth so as to prevent engorgement. If you want to prevent breast inflammation, this is especially useful.

2) Watch out for the signs

Breast massage should always be carried out
gently
.

If it’s painful, then you’re not doing it right. There’s always a good and a bad kind of pain, but don’t let the pain be a sign that things are working out. Always go with what your body is telling you and stop if it gets out of hand.

3) Keep your hands clean!

A simple but often overlooked step. Always remember to wash your hands before any breast massage and make sure to wash them thoroughly!

Sources:
Ardomedical,

Medical News Today
,
Australian Breastfeeding Association

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Baby suffers 30 seizures a day, as parents seek help

As much as it pains people to see babies having seizures back to back, one often wonders what on earth could possibly cause seizures in babies after birth? But this is what three-month-old baby Kimberly has to go through
up to 30 times per day
!

When baby Kimberly’s first seizure lasted 30 minutes only two days after she was born in Indonesia, this made her parents worry. Tests were carried out and she even went through an MRI. Even though her seizures were controlled with medication, they refused to go away completely.

Seizures in Babies After Birth: Hemimegalencephaly

Doctors diagnose Kimberly with a rare neurological condition called Hemimegalencephaly, which can cause seizures in babies after birth.

Unable to stop the seizures and with no experts in Indonesia to handle her condition, Kimberly was brought to Singapore’s KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital to seek treatment. An MRI scan conducted at KK Hospital later confirmed that she has Hemimegalencephaly.

Hemimegalencephaly is a rare neurological condition in which one side of the brain is abnormally larger than the other. The enlarged brain tissue was responsible for the frequent seizures and needed to be removed via surgery.

This would leave Kimberly with no control over the other side of her body and only her left brain to manage all bodily functions.

Taking into consideration how young Kimberly is and her rare condition, doctors are unsure what the outcome will be. But her parents vow to give her a fighting chance of survival because Kimberly is a miracle baby, one they had waited 10 years for. They do not want to lose her.

To date, Kimberly’s medical fees are more than SGD70,000, excluding surgery fees. Estimated bills might go up to SGD150,000 due to possible multiple surgeries, according to
GiveAsia
.

What Are Seizures?

Seizures in babies after birth can recur many times in a day.

Seizures occur when cells in the brain experience abnormal electrical activity, temporarily disrupting the brain’s normal electrical signals. In simple terms, the brain short circuits,
says Adam Hartman, M.D
., assistant professor of Neurology and Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center.

According to
National Neuroscience Institute
, the occurrence of seizures could be due to:

Brain injury

Infection in the brain

Brain Tumour

Stroke

Genetic susceptibility

While one can clearly tell when an adult has seizures, this is not the case for babies who show far more subtle signs. In fact, it is very easy to miss it, and parents who have never seen seizures in babies after birth, might not even notice anything wrong.

As hard as it is to watch, here’s a video showing how subtle seizures in babies after birth can be:

Video of Back-to-Back Seizures in Babies After Birth

Seizures in Babies After Birth: Different Types and Signs to Look Out For

Febrile seizures
 –
 Baby’s eyes are rolled with limbs that either stiffen or twitch and jerk. These seizures, are usually triggered by very high fevers.

Focal seizures –
 Signs include sweating,
vomiting
, turning pale, and spasms or rigidity in one muscle group, for example, the fingers, arms, or legs. Your baby might also show signs of gagging, lip smacking, screaming, crying, and loss of consciousness.

Absence (petit mal) seizures –
 Parents may notice baby staring into space or daydreaming. Your baby might also blink rapidly or look like he or she is chewing something. The seizures typically last less than 30 seconds and recur several times a day.

Atonic (drop attack) seizures –
Your baby will suddenly go limp and unresponsive due to the sudden loss of muscle tone. For example, your baby’s head might drop suddenly, while
crawling
 on the floor.

Tonic seizures –
Stiffening of various parts or the entire body.

Myoclonic seizures –
Cluster seizures that happen several days in a row which involve jerky movements in the baby’s neck, shoulders, or upper arms.

What Should Parents Do If They See Seizures in Babies After Birth?

As crazy as this sounds, take a video of your baby having a seizure because showing the video to your paediatrician later will help him make better judgements.

It is also crucial that parents note these important details below:

How long did the seizure last?

Where did the seizure start? Was it focal (on the arms, legs, eyes) or was it spread out on different parts of the body?

What was the seizure like? (Was there staring, jerking, or stiffening?)

What was the last thing your baby was doing before the seizure? (For example, waking up, or eating.)

Also do not forget to take safety precautions when the baby is undergoing a seizure.

Roll your baby to the side to prevent them
choking
 on their vomit.

Do not try to stop the seizures, and don’t put anything in their mouth.

If your baby seizes for more than fiveminutes, turns blue or has trouble breathing, call for help immediately

Also seek medical help immediately if your baby is unresponsive for 30 minutes following a seizure.

Watching your baby stiffen and going limp during a seizure can be a frightening experience for a parent t0 watch — and to have to watch it happen 30 times in a day. Do spare a thought for the parents who are giving their miracle baby a fighting chance to survive. You too
can contribute.

Sources:
GiveAsia
,
NUH
,
Parents
,
WebMD

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