The Little Black ^bump Book | Pregnancy Directory
Should I join a New Mothers' Support Group?
A letter to you from Amanda Laverick, president of the New Mothers’ Support Group (NMSG). Dear Mum, Firstly, congratulations on being a new parent, a new parent-to-be, or new to Singapore, all of which are a combination of exciting...
How to prepare for breastfeeding during pregnancy
A letter to you from Tessa Webb Lyman, breastfeeding specialist and mother of two. Dear Mum, Congratulations on your beautiful bump! I hope you are feeling well, getting some rest, and perhaps doing a little light reading on birthing,...
What is a Well Baby Clinic and how does it help?
A letter to you from Uma Thambidurai, a British-trained nurse, midwife, IBC lactation consultant, and Director of Mother and Child. Dear Mum, You must be thrilled and excited for the birth of your precious baby. Before you meet your...
A paediatrician's guide to your baby's development and milestones
A letter to you from Dr Veronica Toh, neonatologist and paediatrician at Raffles Hospital. Dear Mum, Congratulations to you! After enduring several months of bodily and emotional changes, everything is about to shift as you embark on your new...
The importance of good nutrition (and nutritionist!) in pregnancy
A letter from Heike Cushway, co-founder and Operations Director of The Iron Suites Medical Centre and mum of two little monkeys. Dear Mum-to-be, Congratulations on your pregnancy! I’m personally very passionate about nutritional health in pregnancy. As you are...
What is osteopathy and why is it important for mums and babies?
A letter to you from James Rowland, Osteopath at Edge Healthcare Orchard. Dear Mum, Congratulations, you’re amazing. Pregnancy and childbirth is a magical journey and is a time of numerous changes and transformations within the female body which often...
How does physiotherapy help in pregnancy?
A letter to you from Preet Singh, women’s health physio at Embrace Physiotherapy. Dear Mum, What an amazing journey on which you have embarked. It is a journey, nonetheless. And not a sprint. Although, at times, it may feel...
Is it important to baby proof the apartment?
A letter to you from Donnie Lee, home safety and babyproofing expert at Baby Gates N Safety. Dear Mum, I remember when I knew I was becoming a dad for the first time. Very soon, you will be meeting...
Babywearing 101: get the right fit
A letter to you from Pearline Foo, Principal Consultant at Baby Slings & Carriers. Dear Mum-to-be, Congratulations! You must be feeling all excited about baby’s impending entry into the world. I know there will be a lot of decisions...