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Keeping Your Family Clean & Healthy

We can all agree that family vacations make for some of the best memories of

bonding, plus far-flung holidays are a fantastic way for children to expand their mind

as they experience various cultures, ways of life, food, languages. While we savour

that long overdue getaway with new-found appreciation, let’s not let our guards

down as the threat of Covid-19 persists, albeit on a milder scale, with Omicron and

diseases like Monkeypox claiming their share of headlines these days. There is

certainly no room for complacency. Keep adhering to SOPs regardless of destination,

and make cleanliness a topmost priority to ensure the health and safety of yourself

and your family.

Now, a little sneak peek at what’s in store in this edition of BabyTalk. First up, the

highly-anticipated BabyTalk & MamaPapa Readers’ Choice Awards returns! The 2022

edition once again celebrates Malaysia’s exceptional brands in the industries of

parenting, baby and kids, and maternity care – each nominated and voted for by

YOU, the readers and consumers. The awards are indeed a true testament to the

unwavering commitment to consistently provide end-users with only the best, so our

heartiest congratulations go out to all the deserving winners!

Also in this issue, we bring you the lowdown on the Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease (a

total of 106,477 cases reported in Malaysia this year alone) via Dr Melanie Majaham,

Consultant Paediatrician – Sunway Medical Centre Velocity. If you’re a concerned

parent unsure about your child’s development, his/her stature in particular, then join

Dr Wu Loo Ling, Senior Consultant Paediatrician and Paediatric Endocrinologist

– Subang Jaya Medical Centre, as she explains what defines a normal rate or

otherwise, and the steps you could take to help your child.

These and more await, so sit back, relax and Happy Reading, everyone!

Much love

Syama

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Learning Starts from the Womb

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HEALTH & MEDICAL DIARY:

08 An Insight into Hand, Foot and

Mouth Disease

11 Is My Child Too Short?

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9 Months

Learning

Starts

From The

Womb:

Foetuses

& Early

Learning

When exactly does learning really

start for a newborn? Does it start

after the baby is born, or does it start

much earlier than that? According to

numerous research on learning and

brain sciences across the globe, babies

begin learning when they’re still

little foetuses in their mother’s belly.

The anticipation and delirious

excitement of a new addition to the

family is indescribable. The sheer

thought of having a mini-you waddling

around the house with that infectious

baby giggle and heart-melting babble

fills your heart with overwhelming

joy – enough to have you reaching

out to your unborn way before he

or she is birthed into the world.

Think headphones (playing timeless

compositions of Beethoven, no less)

strapped to a growing belly … or

an overzealous daddy whispering

words of eternal love while swapping

“state secrets” at momma’s bump.

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Now, can babies in utero really hear

the sweet, caressing notes of Für Elise?

Well, studies have shown that they

are able to make out sounds from

within mom’s body (her heartbeat, for

example) at around 4 months, and

by the time they’re between 6 and

7 months, an unborn baby can hear

external sounds, such as voices, songs

and music.

As they mature in their mother’s womb,

foetuses experience various sensations

as their senses begin to develop.

Here’s a breakdown of the sensory

development of your precious little one,

through the trimesters/months.

First Trimester (Months

1 to 3 / Weeks 4 to 12)

A foetus is fully formed by the end of

the third month, and starts exploring

a little bit, eg moving its mouth and

fist. The organs and limbs are present,

including fingernails and toenails, as

well as the external ears. These will

continue to develop in order to become

functional.

Month 1

Second Trimester (Months 4 to 6 / Weeks 16 to 24)

By around 18 weeks, foetuses become sensitive to sounds. They can hear the

various sounds occuring in the mother’s body; they can feel the air going in and out

of the lungs, the gurgles in the stomach. At this point, it’s all internal sounds.

As they continue to develop, they become conscious of external sounds. The

foetus is able to hear the mother’s voice. However, they cannot hear the sound of

the father clearly. When the mother speaks, the sound moves through her entire

body, making it easier for the foetus to hear it, and becomes comfortable with that

particular voice.

However, when the father speaks, the external sound has to travel through the

abdominal tissue of the mother, pass through the amniotic fluid and then reach the

foetus. This is why sounds from the external world are highly muffled for the foetus.

The first little wiggles and squirms occur around 16 to 22 weeks. The mother

might not feel anything. At around 24 weeks, babies in the womb begin to

explore the lower part of their faces with their tiny fingers, and learn to touch

their lips and cheeks.

While taste buds begin to form around 8 weeks, by around 14 to 15 weeks they

develop enough to enable the foetus to identify and differentiate flavours.

So, if the mother has garlic on a particular day and there are traces of that flavour

in the amniotic fluid, the baby swallows it. The next day, if it is honey and maple

syrup, the baby takes an extra gulp of the amniotic fluid if they like it!

The findings of a study by Julie Mennella et al, published in PubMed in June 2001,

suggest that a mom's diet during pregnancy can influence a baby's food preferences

later. Therefore, expectant mothers are encouraged to watch what they eat.

Month 2

Month 4 Month 5

Month 3

Month 6

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Third Trimester (Months 7 to 9 / Weeks 25 to 36)

By the time a foetus has spent seven months in the womb, it acquires a sense of taste and smell. Whatever the mother

consumes also reaches the foetus in some mild form. Since the foetus is surrounded by amniotic fluid, flavours tend to find their

way into the fluid, which is commonly swallowed by the foetus.

In the last month, the baby practices motor skills and kicks. When the mother laughs, eats sweets or drinks an iced tea, the baby

responds by bouncing up and down.

By the time they are 28 weeks, they start with their strong little kicks, telling mommy that they are alive and well and learning

how to use their bodies.

A study by scientists at the University of Dundee, published in PLOS ONE in June 2015, showed that foetuses between the 21st

and 23rd week of gestation moved around and touched themselves in response to their mothers stroking the bellies.

According to an article titled ‘Foetuses may express emotion in the womb’ by James Meikle, published in Fairfax Digital in

September 2003, “images published for the first time seem to suggest that unborn babies can smile, blink and cry weeks before

they leave the womb.”

Yes, that's quite true. And today, we've come even further, thanks to 4D technology. Ultrasound scans have captured varied

emotions on a foetus' face – crying, squirming, smiling, wrinkling the nose, raising a brow and so on. Often, these are reactions

to what the mother may feel or do. If she is angry, upset or under stress, it can certainly reflect on the little baby.

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How to prepare and

train babies in the womb

There are no hard and fast rules but

a general guide would help you feel

more in control and help you bond with

your baby.

Enjoy the sunshine

Go outside and soak in the sun. Add

foods rich in Vitamin D to your diet.

Autism and weak bones have been

linked to Vitamin D deficiency. A mere 20

minutes in the sun helps your little one

get strong bones and a healthy heart.

Start reading out loud to your baby

Researchers found that regular

reading triggered a preference for

hearing stories out loud which was

demonstrated by babies increasing their

sucking speed once they were born.

Exercise

Exercise helps blood circulation in your

body and your womb. It increases

neuron cell growth in your baby’s

hippocampus. This triggers learning and

memory development by 40 percent.


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Touch your baby bump

Your baby will be able to feel the

sensations of touch and caress.

Stroking your bump gently sends

calming signals to your baby’s nervous

system, and this is a good time to take

advantage of that and make your baby

feel loved. It is said that babies can

distinguish between a mother’s and

father’s touch!

Talk to your baby

From story time sessions to just

talking to the baby about your daily

experiences helps stimulate your

baby. Your little one pays attention to

every word you send to your womb,

especially from week 27 when their

ear-brain connections come in place.

This is the perfect time to chat with

your baby!

Parents' Responsibility for the Baby in the Womb

Both the mother and father have to assume responsibility for the wellbeing

of the child growing in the womb of the mother.

1. As soon as the mother conceives, both parents should decide on the

designated gynaecologist and go for prenatal check-ups without

fail. It is encouraged that the father accompanies the mother; when

the father has a good attitude towards the pregnancy, it impacts

the mother in a healthy way. Caring for the baby and seeing it in

ultrasounds help parents build a connection and bond easily with the

baby growing within.

2. Both parents should pick up good habits – start a healthy diet, take

vitamins and start simple exercises like walking to keep fit and happy.

Quit smoking and alcohol intake.

3. Go for prenatal classes and get as much information as you can about

the physical and mental changes that occur during pregnancy. Men

also require psychological support as this is a time of uncertainty and

natural fear.

4. Prepare for the arrival of the baby. Together you can decorate the

baby’s room, buy baby clothes and most of all, determine the best

hospital for you and the baby.

Remember, just like motherhood, fatherhood also begins at conception.

Eat right

The best way to enhance your baby’s

growth and development is to nurture

it from inside the womb. Don’t force

yourself or be too rigid. Take one baby

step at a time and enjoy the process.


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Health & Medical Diary

An Insight Into

Hand, Foot and

Mouth Disease (HFMD)

The Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) is considered an endemic disease in Malaysia as

it tends to manifest sporadically in mass outbreaks, predominantly affecting young children.

This year alone, between January 1 and June 18, a total of 106,477 cases have been reported,

marking a 39-fold increase compared with the same period in 2021 which

recorded only 2,710 cases.

In this segment, we slide HFMD under the microscope as Dr Melanie Majaham,

Consultant Paediatrician – Sunway Medical Centre Velocity sheds light on the disease,

its symptoms, treatment and prevention methods.


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Dr Melanie Majaham

Consultant Paediatrician,

Sunway Medical Centre Velocity

Who are susceptible?

Young children below age 5 are usually

more prone to contracting HFMD.

However, adults and older children can

also be affected.

Cleanliness is next to godliness, goes

the age-old adage. And indeed so. If

there’s anything we have learnt these

past few years since the menace that

is Covid-19 turned world economies

and lives topsy-turvy, it’s that it all

boils down to prevention – prioritizing

cleanliness is the key to keeping

Covid-19 steadily at bay.

And that rings true for a string of

diseases endemic in Malaysia, including

the Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

(HFMD), rearing its ugly head in an

alarming way of late with Selangor

having documented 29,880 cases (at

press time), followed by Kuala Lumpur

and Putrajaya with a collective 11,687

cases, Perak 10,938 cases, Johor 7,052

cases, and Kelantan 6,532 cases.

Eighty-nine percent of these cases

involved children aged six and below,

with 56% reported having occurred

in nurseries, kindergartens and preschools,

followed closely by private

residential units (40%) and child care

centres (3%).

What is HFMD, and how

does it present itself?

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD)

or ‘enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with

exanthem’ is a common viral infection

that affects, as the name clearly

suggests, the hand, foot and mouth.

It leads to rashes on the hands and

feet that may be red spots or blisters,

which can sometimes be confused

with chicken pox. One of the hallmarks

of the condition is extensive multiple

ulcers that can be seen on the roof of

the mouth, tongue and lips.

Causes and early

symptoms

HFMD is commonly caused by the

Enterovirus Coxsackie A-16 and EV-71.

Coxsackie A16 tends to lead to a more

benign course, and thankfully is the

type most often seen here in Malaysia.

Severe HFMD that leads to brain and

heart inflammation and mortality is

usually associated with E-71.

HFMD – common or

seasonal?

The disease is generally endemic in

Malaysia, previously seen to peak

during the Southwest Monsoon

season particularly between January

and March, usually coinciding with

the opening of the new school term.

However, following the Covid-19

pandemic, we have seen a rather

exaggerated increase of cases this year,

which is likely due to the opening of

borders and the sudden movement of

people across states, the reopening

of physical schools and daycare,

which create a domino effect leading

to a marked increase of all common

childhood infections, including HFMD.

Is it contagious?

HFMD spreads easily via contact with

respiratory droplets, saliva, fluids from

the blisters and infected feces. It is

usually most contagious during the

first week of symptoms. However,

less commonly, a child can remain

infectious for weeks after recovery.

The stages of HFMD

HFMD usually starts with vague nonspecific

symptoms such as fever, lack

of appetite, sore throat and tiredness.

At this stage, it mimics any viral

infection. Subsequently, 1 to 2 days

later, the child will develop spots or

blisters mainly on the hands and feet,

as well as multiple painful oral ulcers.


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In severe cases of HFMD, the child may

develop encephalitis (inflammation

of the brain) and myocarditis

(inflammation of the heart).

Quick cure?

There is no specific cure for HFMD. For

mild HFMD, treatment is prescribed

mainly to relieve the symptoms of the

condition until self-recovery. Children

who have the red flags (as described

below) will need more specific medical

care depending on the severity.

Recovery period

Most children will recover within a

week. They should remain isolated from

the school/daycare for 10 days from

the beginning of the symptoms. The

child should be fully recovered from all

symptoms prior to returning to school.

Where are children

most exposed to HFMD?

HFMD tends to cause outbreaks in

daycare centres or kindergartens

as these are places where young

children spend long hours together in

close proximity.

Could your child have

HFMD? What is your next

course of action?

First of all, ensure correct diagnosis

by bringing your kid to a health

professional. If the child is otherwise

active and drinking/eating well, he

or she can be treated at home with

fever medication and oral sprays to

soothe the ulcers. There are some oral

sprays for pain relief that are available

to reduce mouth pain and enable the

child to eat. Although the rash tends

to be harmless, occasionally creams

containing zinc oxide is used to provide

a “cooling” effect on the skin for the

child’s comfort.

Should the child develop red flag

symptoms such as fatigue, drowsiness,

refusal to drink, persistent high fever

beyond 48 hours, reduced urine, fast

breathing and fits, the child needs to

be brought immediately to a hospital

for further treatment. These children

may require intravenous (IV) fluids and

further investigation. Although most

children only have mild symptoms,

there is a severe version of HFMD

that can lead to brain and heart

inflammation; although uncommon,

these children need to be diagnosed

early and get intensive care.

CAN PREGNANT WOMEN

AND THEIR UNBORN BABIES

CONTRACT HFMD?

Pregnant women who are close to

their delivery due dates may be at risk

of passing the infection to their baby.

HFMD in a newborn can be more

severe and may even be fatal. It is best,

where possible, for pregnant women to

avoid all contact with HFMD patients.

Prevention

A diligent practice of hand hygiene

coupled with surface sanitization is the

best way to avoid HFMD. Hand hygiene

is especially important after contact

with feces (eg when changing diapers)

and after sneezing or coughing. The

use of face masks do play a role in

preventing the spread of respiratory

droplets. Also, it is best to avoid

crowded areas as much as possible.


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Is My Child

Too

Short?

According to the 2019 National Health and

Morbidity Survey, over one in five Malaysian

children below age 5 is considered stunted.

As a loving parent who wants to ensure your

child’s development is on track, how do you

ascertain if they’re growing at a normal rate

or otherwise?

Read on as Dr Wu Loo Ling, Senior Consultant

Paediatrician and Paediatric Endocrinologist –

Subang Jaya Medical Centre, explains.


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Dr Wu Loo Ling

Senior Consultant Paediatrician and Paediatric Endocrinologist,

Subang Jaya Medical Centre

No parent wants to suspect their child of having a

medical condition or health disorder, but catching

a condition early could mean the difference

between optimum treatment and outcome, and

not being able to do anything effective to help the

child. This is especially so when it comes to short

stature or stunting.

According to the 2019 National Health and

Morbidity Survey, over one in five (21.8%)

Malaysian children below the age of five years is

considered stunted, making this a fairly common

condition.

As height is a measurement that varies naturally

within a population, it may be difficult for parents

to tell whether their child is naturally short or is

not actually growing well.

In view of this, there are three things parents can

keep in mind when considering their child’s growth.

Expected Height Based On Sex & Age

First, is the child’s expected height based on

their sex and age? This can be measured against

standardized growth charts, which come in the

form of percentiles or standard deviations. If

your child’s height falls below the third percentile

for age or is more than two standard deviations

below the norm on the appropriate growth

chart, then they can be considered short.

Such growth charts are available online from

reputable organizations such as the World

Health Organization (WHO) and the US Centres

for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),

as well as from your child’s paediatrician and

in your child’s school report once they start

attending primary school.


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Genetic Height Potential

The second factor is the child’s genetic height potential. How

tall your child can grow is dependent on the associated genes

he or she inherits from both you and your partner.

Therefore, if both of you are naturally short, it shouldn’t be

a surprise if your child is also short.

However, if you and your partner are both tall and your child

is short, then it might be a sign that something is preventing

your child from achieving his or her full height potential.

Causes and Types of Short Stature

There are many potential causes of short stature, but they can

generally be grouped into three categories.

Normal Variant Short Stature

The first – and most common – is normal variant short stature.

Those within this category are generally short by nature. It

could be due to either their genetic potential, ie their parents

are naturally short, or some unknown reason (idiopathic).

Children in this group are usually otherwise healthy – just

shorter than the norm.

Those who are “late bloomers” or “late developers” also fall

within this normal variant short stature. Known medically as

having a constitutional delay in growth and puberty, such

children typically grow steadily, but slowly (usually below the

third percentile, according to the growth charts). They achieve

puberty much later than their peers; however, they will

continue to grow even after their peers have completed their

growth, eventually catching up in height.

Growth Velocity

The third is the child’s growth velocity. How fast is he or she

growing? If your child is growing at a normal rate, then starts

to slow down, it is definitely a cause for concern. This can be

observed by tracking their growth on the appropriate sex- and

age-based growth charts.

Your child’s growth should be fairly steady, ie more or less

on the same percentile or standard deviation, throughout

their childhood and adolescent years. Growth faltering to a

lower percentile is a sign of slowing down in growth rate and

should be investigated.

Intrinsic or Primary Short Stature

The second category comprises intrinsic or primary short

stature, ie being born with the cause of your short stature.

A common reason for this is syndromic disorders, which are

typically a result of genetic or chromosomal abnormalities.

In such cases, short stature is usually one out of a number of

symptoms resulting from the main disorder.

Examples of such disorders include Turner syndrome, Down

syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome, Noonan syndrome and

achondroplasia, among others.

An intrauterine infection – where the mother catches an

infection during pregnancy that also affects the foetus – can

also cause the baby to be small. Such infections can usually

be recognized and diagnosed at birth, allowing the baby to

receive appropriate treatment.


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Also in this category are babies who are considered small for

their gestational age. This can be due to factors concerning

the mother (eg having chronic conditions such as high blood

pressure, chronic kidney disease), the baby (eg being a twin

or having a birth defect) or the placenta (eg decreased blood

flow to the placenta, placenta previa or placenta abruption).

While most children in this group tend to catch up in growth

after birth, about 15% don’t and will remain small throughout

their lives if not diagnosed and treated early enough.

Secondary Causes of Short Stature

There are multiple causes within this category, but one

of the most common in Malaysia is that of nutritional

deficiency including protein calorie malnutrition, iron and

vitamin D deficiency.

Vitamin D deficiency is common among children as nowadays

kids tend to spend most of their time indoors, resulting in a

lack of exposure to sunlight. The sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) ray

is a critical component in the production of vitamin D in our

body. Vitamin D is, in turn, vital for the absorption of calcium

to build and maintain our bones. In vitamin D deficiency, the

bones are soft and bowed especially in the weight-bearing

lower limbs resulting in short stature.

Other secondary causes of short stature include systemic

disorders such as gut problems, heart disease or a weak

immune system, as well as hormone deficiencies (eg growth

hormone deficiency).

Act fast

It is important that parents bring their child to see the

appropriate specialist – a paediatric endocrinologist, or at

least, a general paediatrician – if they start having doubts

about their child’s growth.

Do not be complacent and hope your child will catch up in

height later. Delaying diagnosis shortens the window period

for remedy as the bones continue to mature with time. Once

fully mature, nothing more can be done to help them grow

any taller.

Besides this, if your child has an underlying medical condition

that is hindering his or her growth, delaying diagnosis and

treatment may lead to prolongation of a poor quality life and

emergence of complications.

Hence, if you notice that your child does not seem to be

growing as he or she should, seek help from a paediatric

endocrinologist. Do not delay. You may make a significant

difference to your child’s future.

As regular measurement of your child’s growth is important,

parents can play an active role in monitoring their child’s

height. Convenient digital tools such as the Growth

JourneyTM app endorsed by the Malaysian Paediatric

Association can help parents chart their child’s growth as well

as getting serial measurements to ensure growth is on track.


The BabyTalk & MamaPapa

Readers’ Choice Awards 2022

It’s our great pleasure to present the BabyTalk & MamaPapa Readers’ Choice Awards 2022 to you! Now in

our eleventh year, we are thrilled to celebrate Malaysia’s best and most notable brands once again.

Since the award debuted in 2012, BabyTalk has been a platform of choice to showcase noteworthy brands

in the parenting, baby and kids and maternity care industry. Each of these brands, which are nominated

and voted for by our readers and consumers, is recognised for their product quality, timeless appeal,

exceptional customer service, trustworthiness, and popularity, all of which deliver tangible value to local

customers and beyond. With so much to offer, it is little wonder that these brands have earned a special

place in our readers’ hearts, garnering them the prestigious BabyTalk & MamaPapa Readers’ Choice Awards

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We would also like to offer our heartiest congratulations to our Diamond Award winners, who have won

our Readers’ Choice Awards for five consecutive years. Amidst all the changes over the past few years,

these brands have remained consistent in their exceptional quality while bringing forth new solutions and

innovations to ensure a safer, healthier and more joyful lifestyle.

To comprehensively acknowledge the vast baby, kids and parenting market in Malaysia, BabyTalk &

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confinement food and services, baby care products including bedding, clothing, daily use items, toys,

skincare for mom and baby as well as healthy food selections, sanitising products, preschools, stem cell

bankings, fertility specialists, hospitals and many more. As we understand the industry continuously evolves

to address emerging needs from parents, we ensure our categories are up-to-date with these demands.

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Let the drumrolls begin as we unveil the best brands that have uplifted our lives and surpassed our

expectations. Last but not least, kudos to all the winners, and we look forward to even greater heights of

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boasts its own antibacterial agent that provides long-lasting protection of your baby’s laundry, leaving a fresh & clean scent

after wash.

Fiffy Baby Laundry Detergent is an environmentally friendly product made with 100% natural ingredients that is free from

formalin, phosphate, bleach and optical whitener. Hence, it is gentle on baby’s skin and is truly safe for your baby.

Non-toxic and made with love, this is the best and safest detergent which will give all parents a complete peace of mind.

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Hypoallergenic Baby

Nappy Rash Ointment

EUBOS NAPPY BALM 5% PANTHENOL

Happy Bottom, Happy Baby!

Nappy rash is a common problem for all babies and as a mum, seeing the red and irritated skin on their baby’s bottom can

be heart-breaking. Whether you want to soothe, treat or prevent nappy rash, EUBOS Nappy Balm is a baby essential that

you cannot live without.

Made with natural ingredients such as vitamins E and B5 (Panthenol), dimethicone (a water repellent moisturiser), chamomile

and soybean oil, it helps to:

• reduce redness, soreness, itching & flaking

• relieve diaper rash, skin irritations & discomfort

• moisturise, heal, repair and protect baby’s skin

This award winning nappy rash cream is rich, easily spreadable and keeps your baby’s tender skin soft, smooth and comfortable!

A baby with nappy rash is not a happy baby. Soothe, protect and repair your baby’s tender skin with EUBOS Nappy Balm.

It is a must-have to keep little bottoms happy and protected from diaper rash!

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Growing Up Milk Formula

(Balanced Nutrition)

Morinaga Chil-kid

Morinaga Formula Milk – Optimum, Balanced Nutrition* Starts Right Here

Morinaga Formula Milk was introduced to Malaysia in 1968 and was the first Japanese milk formula sold here. Backed by

more than 100 years of extensive scientific research, it is halal-certified and has been providing high-quality nutrition to

three generations in Malaysians.

Morinaga Chil-kid is a well-balanced growing up milk formula that is packed with more than 45 essential nutrients including

AA+DHA, GOS, 5 Nucleotides, Omega 3&6 LCPs and 27 key nutrients to promote healthy growth & development for children

from age 1 to 7. It is specially formulated with the optimal balance of AA+DHA, Protein, Fat and Energy to cater to the

nutrition needs of Asian children.

Morinaga Chil-kid is produced in a state-of-the-art plant in Netherlands with strict compliance to international quality

control process. Parents can be assured of the highest standards of quality, nutrition, hygiene and safety.

Morinaga Chil-kid is the favourite choice of all mothers who demand the best for their kids!

*Coupled With Proper Nutrition From Complementary Food.

*NCCFN (2017). Recommended Nutrient Intakes For Malaysia. A Report Of The Technical Working Group On Nutritional Guidelines. National Coordinating Committee On Food And

Nutrition, Ministry Of Health Malaysia, Putrajaya.

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Nasal Spray for Baby

Sterimar Nose Hygiene Baby

Breathe Easy, Little One

Nose congestions are never fun, not by a long shot – so imagine the discomfort they cause little babies, making breathing,

feeding and even sleeping an unnecessarily distressing experience.

Made specifically for the nasal care of babies, Sterimar Nose Hygiene Baby provides a gentle yet effective solution to help

you deal with issues such as excess mucus, clogged nose and other nasal conditions that give babies the blues.

Sterimar Nose Hygiene Baby is made from 100% natural seawater from France, containing trace elements and marine

minerals that help to eliminate excess mucus and relieve nasal congestion, keeping your baby’s nose healthy and moisturized

as it maintains their natural nasal homeostasis. A specially-designed nozzle prevents any nostril discomfort, while its light

pressure and microfine spray is gentle on babies. Not only does Sterimar Nose Hygiene Baby help keep flu and sinus blockages

at bay, it also improves babies’ breathing to facilitate a sound sleep and feeding.

As it contains no drugs, steroids or preservatives, Sterimar Nose Hygiene Baby is completely safe for babies (recommended

daily for babies aged 0-3 years); in fact it can also be used alongside other nasal medications. The product also features an

anti-reflux valve for full preservation, keeping its contents contamination free.

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Nasal Spray for Adult

Sterimar Nose Hygiene And Comfort

So Long, Congested Nose!

Air pollutants, a bane to our existence, are notoriously responsible for causing a number of respiratory problems such as

shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, even asthma. Then there’s Covid-19, rattling lives across the globe over the past

couple of years with unprecedented upheaval, backing us into a corner ridden with hand sanitizers, wet wipes and, of

course, masks, which tend to be the source of a congested nose or other respiratory issues. Which is why Sterimar Nose

Hygiene and Comfort is a boon to your family’s health and wellness care.

The award-winning nasal spray contains a solution of natural seawater found off the French coast of Brittany, rich in trace

elements and marine minerals. Similar to the natural composition of plasma and cells of the human body, the solution gently

cleans the nose and gets rid of airborne irritants such as pollen and dust, while treating ENT problems, eg nasal congestion,

rhinitis, flu and sinusitis. Thanks to a specially designed nozzle, a microdiffusion ensures optimum penetration of the active

ingredients to help keep the nasal passage clean and moisturized to avoid dryness and infections.

As Sterimar Nose Hygiene And Comfort contains no nasal medications, steroids, drugs or preservatives, it can be safely used

by adults and children (above age 3), up to six times a day.

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DNA Test For Mother

Medicas Genomics

The Perfect DNA Test For Moms & Kids

As a mom, you would do just about anything to make sure your kids grow up healthy and happy with the best opportunities

in life. Which is why DNA Test For Mothers by Medicas Genomics is probably the best gift you could ever give yourself and

your children. It enables you to explore and understand your own genetic make-up through the 360 DNA test and the Junior

DNA test – thanks to a state-of-the-art genetic technology called Microarray, which derives results from multiple gene

expressions via a single trait.

Comprising three main aspects, namely derma, fitness and nutrition, the 360 DNA Test reveals nutritional deficiencies, food

allergies, sensitivities, metabolism and injury risks, among others, and shows exactly what your body requires in order to

achieve your ultimate health goal. Medicas Genomics experts will also help design your very own exercise and skincare

regime – all through a simple saliva test.

The Junior DNA test, meanwhile, helps to bring out the best in your child by furnishing insight on their talents, personality,

temperament, weaknesses and strengths, as well as health and diet. With all this knowledge at your disposal, you can

confidently outline your child’s enrichment activities to encourage and nurture the talents they were born with.

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DNA Test For Family

Medicas Genomics

DNA Testing – The Gateway To Your Family’s Health

Wouldn’t it be absolutely amazing to have the ability to map out your best life simply by sneaking a peek into your own

body, and letting your genes lead the way so you can make informed life choices to improve your health and wellbeing?

Well look no further – the MediPremium Diagnostic DNA test is here to help you and your family attain better, healthier

versions of yourselves.

Brought to you by Medicas Genomics, the MediPremium Diagnostic DNA test provides comprehensive information about

your unique genetic profile with an accuracy of 99.9%, facilitating the detection of health risks, disorders, medical conditions

and allergies that you and your family could potentially develop, as well as reveal drugs sensitivity and carrier status.

Prevention and preparation, after all, is always better than cure. All it takes is a simple saliva test to uncover the blueprint

of your body and design your own unique health plan to prevent, detect and treat illnesses early. Medicas Genomics also

provides personalized solutions for skin health and nutrition specifically formulated based on your DNA.

Being privy to the secrets that your body guards will, without a doubt, help you make smarter choices today so you and

your family can enjoy a fulfilling life tomorrow.

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Premium Baby

Diaper Pants

Aiwibi Premium Baby Pants

Keeping Tiny Tots Dry, Bouncy and Happy

A leading purveyor of baby care products, Aussie brand Aiwibi is uncompromising in its commitment to ensure the comfort

and happiness of your precious little one, delivering premium diapers and baby pants (minus the ‘premium prices’), affording

babies a best-in-class experience, and moms priceless peace of mind.

The brand’s product line-up includes Aiwibi Premium Baby Pants, specifically designed to provide the best fit for babies and

keep them super dry longer. It comprises an ultra soft non-woven fabric topsheet and a breathable cloth-like backsheet, a

composite layer of non-woven fabric plus PE film sheet to prevent urine leakage from the back. The 3D Leak Guard prevents

urine leakage from the sides, while the Magic Gel Channels allow wetness to be distributed quickly and evenly, ensuring

up to 12 hours of dryness, and babies stay rash-free.

The stretchable waistband provides a snug, comfortable fit, while the wetness indicator tells mom when the baby’s ready

for a quick change. The ultra thin, super light and breathable baby pants allow curious tots to move about freely with

absolute ease.

Aiwibi Premium Baby Pants are constructed using only the highest-quality materials sourced from the world’s best manufacturers,

and are dermatologically tested and certified according to ISO9001, CE, GMPC and FDA standards, so rest assured your baby

enjoys the safest, most comfortable products they truly deserve.

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Baby Gift Sets

Hudson Baby

Heart-Melting Cuteness

If you’re scouting around for the perfect gift sets for newborns of friends and family, near or far, the myriad of ‘adorable little

baby things’ found at the Luvable Friends online store will leave you well and truly dazed, confused and spoilt for choice!

Hudson Baby is one of three brands featured at the e-shop, and its baby gift sets are quite possibly designed with one clear

goal in mind – to effortlessly melt the hearts of shoppers and have them gleefully filling their virtual carts with every single

item that catches their eye – just because they’re all so darn impossibly cute!

All items in the brand’s baby gift sets – be it clothing (bodysuits, headbands, socks, leggings); socks (with 3D accents); or

socks and headbands combo – are made from high-quality materials featuring fashion-forward designs in eye-catching hues

and fun themes. Its 3D-accented socks sets, in particular, are bound to keep little tots blissfully amused for hours on end as

plushy animals vie for some baby love.

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Natural Baby

Cleansing Bar

Cellglo Deep Cleansing Bar

Natural & Gentle, Ideal for Babies

While shopping for bath products, it’s common to get lost in the plethora of soaps and body washes/gels on offer. Ultimately,

our skin type dictates which product ends up in the shopping cart. And since a baby’s skin is lot thinner, softer and more

sensitive, making it prone to irritation and allergies, it’s important that parents opt for gentle formulas that do not contain

harsh chemicals.

The Cellglo Deep Cleansing Bar is formulated using an exclusive botanical recipe from France with Swiss technology, made

from a rich blend of antioxidants, plant extracts and natural glycerin.

Containing powerful antioxidants, Portulaca Oleracea is a natural antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory ingredient

that helps refresh and purify baby’s skin, relieves skin inflammations and rashes, and soothes insect bites and itching.

The hand-made soap is also enriched with precious plant extracts such as Thanaka, algae and lavender that help soothe and

repair skin, and normalise skin cell renewal, while natural glycerin allows the skin to retain moisture, leaving baby’s skin

smooth and hydrated without stripping away skin moisture after each wash.

The Cellglo Deep Cleansing Bar is free from alcohol, artificial fragrance, sodium laureth sulfate (SLS), paraben and artificial

colouring, which makes it the most skin-friendly cleanser for all skin types, including your baby.

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Eye Health

Drink For Kids

Cellglo CE Eyes Powder

Improve Your Kid’s Eyesight The Natural Way

In this day and age, it’s impossible for kids to escape the lure and convenience of online content on smartphones and

computers – whether informative, educational or entertainment, including addictive games – all available at their fingertips.

Prolonged screen time, however, takes a toll on eyes, causing eye dryness, eye fatigue, even headaches.

A great way to boost your children’s eye health is with Cellglo CE Eyes Powder, a specially formulated eyecare drink from

France containing nutrients essential for eye health, such as pure, natural, potent forms of antioxidants, namely Lutein,

Astaxanthin and fresh berries extracts, in optimised ratio which provide fast absorption and high bioavailability to deliver

the best results.

Lutein, extracted from marigold flower petals in Switzerland, protects the eyes from harmful blue light, suppresses

inflammation, defends against free radicals and oxidative stress, enhances the sharpness of vision and protects eye tissue

from sunlight damage. Astaxanthin, extracted from microalgae Haematococous Pluvalis from Hawaii Island, prevents dry

eyes and soreness, reduces eye strain and fatigue, protects the optic nerve and increases blood flow to retina capillaries.

Not only that, it also improves skin dryness and pigmentation and maintains heart health.

Cellglo CE Eyes Powder contains no artificial sweeteners, colouring or flavouring, making it ideal for your kids.

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Kid’s Immune

Health Supplements

Kiddotri Immune+

Arm Your Child With A Robust Immune System

The environment we live in, the food we consume and lifestyle habits are no strangers to harmful substances and organisms

that affect our health in a negative way, which is why ensuring your child has a strong immune system is vital as it helps to

fight infections and reduce the risk of contracting diseases.

Kiddotri Immune+ is formulated using only the highest quality ingredients from Europe, made up of select, all-natural

derivatives, hence it does not contain any artificial colouring and flavouring, and it is also sugar-free and vegan.

A potent combination of Maitake Mushroom Beta Glucan (known as ‘The King of Mushrooms’), Prune Powder, a mix of

Fruit and Vegetable Enzyme Extracts and Fructo-Oligosaccharide (FOS), along with vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin

C, Vitamin D3 and Zinc work together to strengthen your child’s immune system, bones and gums, while helping the

development of your child’s organs and brain, as well as tissue repairs.

The addition of Xylitol helps in glycaemic control, enhances intestinal health and stimulates the immune system and bone

metabolism to prevent osteoporosis. The unique flavour of Kiddotri Immune+, meanwhile, comes from the use of Banana

Powder, naturally-derived from bananas using a state-of-the-art technology to preserve its natural aroma and nutrients.

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Kid’s Nutrition Support

Zoey’s Natural Superfood Powder

Making Kiddie Mealtimes Zippy, Happy and Healthy

Busy moms today may not always have the luxury of time to consistently provide their brood with the best, healthiest meals.

And that’s where Zoey’s Natural Superfood Powder comes in, ready to give moms a helping hand in whipping up lip-smacking

meals for hungry tummies in no time.

The Organic Chicken Powder (No Added Salt) and Organic Chicken Powder (with Iodised Organic Sea Salt) are made with

100% natural ingredients and packed with key nutrients such as protein, iron, zinc and iodine, essential for your child’s

immune health, growth and development. The Premium Anchovies Powder, made with high-quality Pangkor Island Dried

Anchovies, serve as a high source of calcium, necessary for strong bones and teeth, nerve impulse transmission and muscle

function. Just one spoon of any of these powders delivers up to 10 times the concentrated nutrients, plus oodles of oomph,

to plain soups or porridges for your child. They’re also perfect as a base for sauces, stews and gravies.

All three variants adhere to the brand’s [3 NO’s] Promises – NO Added MSG, NO Added Additives, NO Added Preservatives.

The products are also lab-tested and certified, and approved by dietitians and nutritionists, so you can rest assured your

child gets the most nourishing and delicious meals every single time!

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Maternity Body Bar

Bmama Exfoliating Body Bar

Aromatherapeutic Indulgence for Moms & Moms-To-Be

Pregnancy entails months of hormonal changes in a woman, and that includes changes to the skin of postpartum, such as

dullness and hyperpigmentation. Hence the necessity for a nourishing skincare routine that soothes and rejuvenates the skin.

The ‘Made in Malaysia’ Bmama Exfoliating Body Bar series, formulated using premium ingredients from Australia and

Borneo, brings you heavenly aromatherapeutic “spa treatments” you can indulge in right at home.

The Royal Java Lulur Exfoliating Herbal Body Bar draws upon the famous Javanese Lulur, a royal ritual dating back to 17 th -

century Yogyakarta where it’s used to cleanse and purify the skin of brides-to-be through a blend of Asian botanicals with

turmeric at its core and ginger. Taking Royal Java up a notch is the addition of sweet orange oil, while the Java turmeric

used, thanks to its active compound xanthorrhizol, revitalizes dry, dull skin.

The Coffee Mint Exfoliating Body Bar buffs and revives your skin with natural coffee granules from the rainforests of Borneo

as it soothes dry, irritated skin, while the crispness of peppermint awakes the senses and kick-starts your day.

Complementing the series is the Floral Aroma Exfoliating Body Bar, embedded with rose petals that gently exfoliate your

skin. The divine potpourri of rose geranium, lavender, patchouli and Citrus aurantifolia essential oils, meanwhile, cleanses,

calms and pampers your skin to perfection.

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Maternity Legging

Bmama Maternity Legging

Comfy & Stylish Maternity Shaper Legging Set (Long & Short) for Expecting Moms

If you’re pregnant and looking for comfortable, stylish leggings to wear, you won’t go wrong with Bmama Slim Fit Stretchable

High Waist Maternity Legging. Breathable, stretchable and comfortable to wear throughout pregnancy, it is the holy grail

for all expecting mom’s wardrobe. It is stretchy enough to accommodate your growing belly, and at the same time gives

you plenty of support.

This award-winning maternity leggings have won the hearts of Malaysian moms with its unparelled product quality. Every

mom deserves to feel her best during pregnancy and Bmama offers the little extra room or built-in bump support you need.

Whether you’re looking for leggings for casual home wear, getting active in your yoga workout or simply going about your

daily routine, Bmama Maternity Leggings is an absolute necessity.

Made from Wool Lycra, it can help maintain your body temperature for comfort and also protect your skin from sun damage.

Slim fit, high-waisted and ankle fitting, Bmama Maternity Leggings offer you the full coverage and support while keeping

you chic throughout your pregnancy journey!

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Healthy Cereal

For Breastfeeding Moms

ItsColl Multigrainz

Nutrient-Packed Goodness for Improved Postpartum Health, Ensuring Healthy Breastmilk and

Overall Wellbeing

Between breastfeeding, caring for your newborn and yourself, managing a healthy diet and weight can be a challenge for

postpartum moms. Which is why itsColl Multigrainz is an ideal solution, the only nutritional drink in the market comprising

22 kinds of grains and 20 types of fruits and vegetables, as well as prebiotics.

Multigrainz is formulated with Oxxynea, a whole food concentrate consisting of 20 polyphenol-rich fruits and vegetables

(developed by France’s most reliable polyphenolic food research company) that helps promote healthier skin and improves

eyesight, loaded with anti-aging benefits.

Providing a rich source of dietary fibre, vitamins and minerals are 22 types of grains and prebiotics such as Inulin Powder,

Brown Rice Powder and Blueberry that help build immunity, maintain strong bones and teeth, reduce blockage of blood

vessels and promote satiety. It is complemented by the 9 Colours Nutrition, which includes Beetroot Powder; high in

antioxidants and potassium, it works to reduce high blood pressure, and promote blood circulation and liver function.

Multigrainz is a plant-based cholesterol-free product that does NOT contain any chemicals, soy, nuts, flavouring, preservatives

or artificial colouring, making it the most ideal meal replacement for breastfeeding moms. It is also approved by the MOH

and comes with GMP, HACCP, MESTI and Halal certifications, so postpartum moms can count on Multigrainz for a balanced,

nutritional diet to power through your day while ensuring healthy breastmilk and overall wellbeing.

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Organic Growing Up

Milk Formula

hipp JUNIOR Organic Growing-up Milk

Trust Organic. Trust HiPP.

HiPP JUNIOR Organic Growing-up Milk is the perfect choice for parents who want the best for their children. The No.1

organic milk formula brand in Europe, it is the flagship product of HiPP, an expert in paediatric nutrition with more than

120 years of experience.

Fully imported from Germany, HiPP JUNIOR is formulated with the finest organic ingredients to give your child all the

essential nutrients they need to grow strong and healthy without the added sugars and harmful chemicals.

HiPP JUNIOR Organic comes with:

• 100% Organic Milk Lactose and No Added Sugars.

• Scientifically proven GOS, organic dietary fibre to support healthy intestinal flora.

• Free from GMOs with no use of chemically synthesized pesticides and insecticides, no artificial fertilizers, no growth

hormones and no prophylactic antibiotics.

Join the thousands of mothers who have voted for HiPP JUNIOR as their favourite organic milk brand and give your child

the best start possible!

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Maternity Pillow

Ecobb Extra Large U Shape Maternity Pillow

Sleep Like a Baby When You Are Expecting One

When you’re pregnant, your body is changing in ways that can impact your sleep. You may experience back aches, cramps

in your legs, pelvic stiffness, and may find it hard to get a good night’s sleep. Fortunately, there are many things you can

do to reduce your discomfort and improve your sleep quality. One of the best ways is to use a good maternity pillow like

ecobb Extra Large U Shape Maternity Pillow.

Specially designed to hug the contours of a pregnant woman’s body and to accommodate the body as it grows and changes

during pregnancy, ecobb maternity pillow supports your back, belly, hips, shoulders, head, and legs to give you a comfortable

resting position and help you get the sleep you need. Made with high-quality breathable cotton fabric and inner filled

cotton, it comes in an extra-large size measuring 120 x 80 x 180cm so that you can get the best restful sleep possible.

The ecobb maternity pillow is a 2-in-1 maternity & pregnancy pillow that is perfect for both pregnant women and nursing

mothers. Besides that, it comes in a zipper removable and washable cover, making it easy to maintain.

With the award-winning ecobb maternity pillow, you are guaranteed a good night’s sleep.

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Postnatal Protein Bar

Bar Day

The Healthy Diet Plan that Works!

The Balance Diet Formula developed by Nicole Choo is a revolutionary diet plan that has helped thousands of women lose

weight and regain their health. This formula is a unique blend of seven main elements to cleanse and detoxify the body,

boost metabolism and promote weight loss while providing the essential nutrients for optimal body functions. Nicole is a

great believer of nutrition education, and believes strongly that disease prevention is key in maintaining good health and

well-being. By following her proven food pairing concepts and a personalised portion control formula, you will slim down

get in as little as 90 days! Not only will you get in shape, you will also improve your health and look more youthful.

If you are looking for a natural way to lose weight and improve your health & well-being, you should definitely complement

the Balance Diet Formula with the award-winning BarDay Protein Bar and regular exercise for better faster results. Protein

is an essential macronutrient for good health and BarDay, a plant-based protein bar made from natural soy, oat, puffed

grain, fruits, nuts and aloe vera extract, is an excellent source for high-quality protein. By combining DEQUEME Balance

Diet Formula and BarDay protein bar, you will get the right amount of protein to improve the body’s immunity, metabolism,

muscle recovery, cell re-generation and promote healthier hair, bone, skin and nails. It also helps to keep you feel full and

reduce your cravings for up to four hours.

With DEQUEME Balance Diet Formula meal plan and BarDay Protein Bar, you can have a healthy, slim body and a young

face, all in a matter of three months!

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Baby Lounger

Finest Touch baby lounger

Good Sleep & More for Your Baby

Sleep is very important to your child’s health and well-being. Hence, a good baby lounger is a must-have for all parents to

help their little one get a good night’s sleep.

The award-winning Finest Touch baby lounger is the perfect “bed” for your baby. It is specially designed with your baby’s

safety and comfort in mind. The curvature of the unibody design keeps babies safe by ensuring that they are positioned

correctly and are prevented from rolling out. A mom’s hug is the best feeling ever and Finest Touch baby lounger’s shape

and material is designed to imitate the natural loving embrace of a mother. Couple with its duck down feather filling, the

first and only one in Malaysia, your newborn will enjoy a cozy, secure and comfortable sleeping experience like no others.

It is perfect for rest, playtime, or just lounging!

Besides that, the Finest Touch baby lounger is also very functional. Light and compact, it is easy to carry around wherever

you go, perfect for at home or travel with your baby. For parents on the go, you would be glad to know that it comes with

a handy travel bag that you can use to bring the lounger anywhere you go. Finest Touch baby lounger is also very stylish

and comes with personalisation options, which make it the ideal baby gift for new moms.

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Baby High Chair

Childhome Lambda 3 Baby High Chair

Childhome Baby High Chair – Making Mealtimes With Your Baby Fun & Fuss-Free!

When choosing a baby high chair for your child, safety, quality, comfort and storage are some of the key factors that influence

a purchase. You want your baby to be as comfy as possible during mealtimes – after all, they’re a great way for babies to

learn to self-feed, explore different foods and “socialize” with the rest of the household.

Childhome, founded by Belgian couple Stefan and Nathalie Aerts in 1985, offers a range of baby and toddler products made

using only the best materials with safety being at the forefront of each design, ensuring they comply with the strictest

European safety standards – beautifully complemented by sleek, elegant aesthetics.

The Childhome Lambda 3 Baby High Chair, perfect for babies aged 6 months and above, is made of beech and comes with a

handy feeding tray that can be collapsed to the back, a removable plastic tray cover that protects the eating tray, and seat as

well as footrest that are easily and quickly adjustable in height (without the use of tools) so that your little one feels secure

and relaxed as they enjoy happy mealtimes with the family. The safety bar and 5-point safety belt are detachable, making it

suitable for younger children as a high chair, and for older children as a regular chair as it can accommodate up to 85kg.

More than just a “furniture” used during mealtimes, the Childhome Lambda 3 Baby High Chair can also be used, as babies

get older, to do puzzles, colouring or just doodle!

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Diaper (Tape)

MOLFIX diapers

A Snug Fit Every Time

Just as mothers know what’s best for their babies, Molfix knows best when it comes to baby diapers and what keeps little

ones smiley and comfy. With presence in over 100 countries spanning more than two decades, the world’s 5 th largest diaper

brand continues to stay a step ahead, transforming ideas into new technologies and products through sound research.

Part of the brand’s range of innovative, high-quality offerings, Molfix Natural Tape Diapers ensure blissful comfort for your

baby with its softness and organic cotton* top-sheet integrated with special puffy channels that help your baby’s gentle

skin breathe. Making absorption much faster and easier is an extra dry layer made from bamboo fibers*, a technology

introduced for the first time in Molfix products.

Molfix Extra Dry Tape Diapers, meanwhile, are specifically designed to keep babies extra dry, featuring exceptionally delicate

cottony softness* that is ever so gentle on your baby’s skin. This variant is also purposefully fitted with the 5D Elastic System

that hugs your baby’s hips perfectly without being too tight or too loose, especially handy when they’re busy exploring

their home!

Molfix Natural and Extra Dry Tape Diapers are available in various sizes so parents can select the best fit for their babies.

Diaper pants and wet wipes, meanwhile, complement the brand’s product line-up.

*Please refer detailed information on product packaging

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Baby Bedding Set

Sweetie Baby Bedding Set

Sweet Dreams, Little One

When it comes to your child’s health and well-being, a good, uninterrupted sleep is one of the most vital necessities in

building their brain and immune system. And as a loving parent, you would want to ensure your tiny tot enjoys the best

sleep possible and nap-times in an environment that exudes sheer comfort and reassuring warmth.

And that’s exactly what Sweetie Baby is all about, specializing in premium-quality baby bedding products and accessories

– wrapped up in sound customer service and speedy merchandise delivery – perfect for discerning parents for whom quality

and safety is absolutely paramount.

Which is why Sweetie Baby bedding products are made from 100% cotton and soft, cooling textile material that comes in

trendy designs and motifs, ideal for travelling. A key feature of the mattress in the 4-in-1 bedding set is its “memory” – it

returns to its original shape after use. A pillow and two bolsters round up the set, available in a selection of appealing

colours and cutesy themes.

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Baby & Kid’s Song Book

Baba Baa Sound Book

Read, Sing, Play - A Musical Way to Learn

With a focus on early music and literacy, the baba baa English Rhymes & Lullabies song book was created to bring music

into your children’s life from day one in life, and inspire a love for learning as they grow. The book offers 12 famous classical

English rhymes, 12 soothing lullabies, 12 cool facts and 12 captivating illustrations.

There is a detachable musical sound pad that lets your children bring their own music along everywhere they go! To enhance

your children’s learning, each song comes with a question in both text and audio form and children can expand their

knowledge by reading or listening to the answers. This interactive and immersive experience helps children learn language

and build reading skills through sight and sound. The baba baa English Rhymes & Lullabies song book opens up a whole

new world of fun and engaging learning for children for ages 0 up to 6.

The award-winning song book will ignite all areas of your child’s development including intellectual, social-emotional,

motor, language, memory and overall literacy.

With the baba baa sound books, your children will magically love learning!

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Organic Pasta

Naturel organic pasta

Go Organic for Pasta Lovers

It is a growing trend to see more pasta lovers seeking out healthier pasta products through organic and ethical farming.

Made with 100% Organic Durum Wheat in Italy, Naturel Organic Pastas are lower in Glycemix Index (G.I.), low fat and

sodium-free. Such product attributes help in weight and blood sugar control. With a wide choice of pasta variants such as

spaghetti, macaroni and fusilli, one can enjoy the wholesomeness and great tasting pastas, and yet keeping a healthy diet.

Naturel brand also offers a range of gluten-free pastas to consumers who are sensitive to gluten or prefer to remove gluten

from their daily diet. Naturel Organic Gluten-Free Pasta is packed with good nutrition that has the goodness of being eggfree,

dairy-free, cholesterol-free and high in fibre. This complements its regular organic pasta offerings.

Naturel, the award winning pasta brand has since gained a large following among the pasta lovers and hence, they may

not have to wait long for more exciting organic products to arrive in Malaysia!

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Olive Oil

Naturel EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

Taste the Freshness of Spain

The trend of improving awareness of overall health and wellness resulted more Malaysians to adopt healthier oil in their

regular diets. Here’s where olive oil is always the preferred choice. Freshness matters in choosing the right olive oil.

The award-winning Naturel Extra Virgin Olive Oil has built a strong reputation amongst Malaysians as the olive oil of choice

when it comes to getting a fresh quality olive oil for their family. In addition, it comprises three of the most sought-after

olive fruit cultivars, namely Hojiblanca, Arbequina, and Picual (HAP), which grow in the pristine groves in Andalucia, Spain.

Within 24 hours of olive fruit harvest, they undergo cold-pressed oil extraction to preserve freshness, purity and healthy

antioxidants. Upon passing a stringent quality process, they are then filled and packed into bottles, and shipped directly to

Malaysia. Naturel strives to bring healthier and fresher olive oil to the consumers, just as if you’re in Spain!

As part of its continuous innovation effort, Naturel Extra Virgin Olive Oil is also available in a convenient spray format that

is ideal for light cooking. To expand the use of olive oil sprays, Naturel also presents two other olive oil spray variants, namely

Avocado Olive Oil and White Truffle Olive Oil.

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HEALTHY COOKING OIL

FOR FAMILY

Naturel BLEND COOKING OIL

Join the Naturel Living

As we emerge from the shadows cast by the Covid-19 pandemic, adopting a healthy lifestyle has become a topmost priority

of every Malaysian. Greetings and conversations among family members and friends often tend to revolve around reminding

each other to prioritise hygiene and to stay safe and healthy now. The pandemic certainly made us re-evaluate the state of

our physical health, underlining the importance of building a stronger immunity system.

Naturel’s ‘Join the Naturel Living’ brand proposition continues to inspire consumers to ‘Eat Right, Keep Fit & Beat Stress’, a

mantra that remains ever relevant and resonating with each of us.

Over the years, the award-winning Naturel brand’s range of healthy cooking oils and spreads have grown steadily in

popularity across Malaysian households, taking their place amidst daily cooking and food repertoires. In fact, its flagship

product, Naturel Blend Cooking Oil, is commonly spotted in kitchens for meal preparation. Highly recognisable with its

apple green packaging, Naturel Blend Cooking Oil offers the right balance of Omega-3 and Omega-6 nutrients that is good

for health.

Fueled by its brand mission of driving healthy living, Naturel continues to innovate products to meet the needs of 21 st century

consumers. Building on the success of Naturel organic pastas and organic gluten-free pastas, loyal users can expect a lot

more organic plant-based products to arrive on the Malaysian shores.

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Pure Sesame Oil

Knife 100% Pure Sesame Oil

Nutty, Deeply Fragrant and Aromatic

Knife 100% Pure Sesame Oil can enhance all kinds of dishes with a delicious toasted, nutty flavour.

Broadly, there are 2 types of sesame oil: toasted and non-toasted. And what most recipes call for is commonly the toasted

kind. Knife 100% Pure Sesame Oil is the award-winning finishing and seasoning oil, essential to all Asian and Chinese

cooking. In order to achieve the best sesame oil – both in quality and taste – each bottle of Knife 100% Pure Sesame Oil is

made with selected sesame seeds, finely toasted and pressed to develop a deep amber-coloured, intense nutty flavour and

aromatic sesame oil.

In addition, each batch of Knife 100% Pure Sesame Oil passes through a 3-day cold stability test at low temperature where

the oil must stay liquefied at all times; lower quality sesame oils solidify in cold temperature. Hence, Knife sesame oil is the

real standard of “100% Pure”. It is also packed with the goodness of high levels of antioxidants and is free of cholesterol.

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Light Soy Sauce

Knife Classic Light Soy Sauce

More Aroma, More Taste!

In addition to the well-known and household name of Knife brand cooking oil, the wide acceptance of Knife Classic Light

Soy Sauce would be a feather in its cap. Now, this amber coloured liquid gives out a rich appetizing, aromatic and flavourful

soy sauce that brings out the yummy goodness in any dishes. Knife Classic Light Soy Sauce was attested the Top 5 most

pleasing soy sauce in Malaysia, through an independent tasting panel by Flavours Magazine in 2010.

To pursue greater taste enjoyment for its loyal users, Knife Classic Light Soy Sauce successfully completed four (4) major

product improvement:

Non-GMO Soya Beans

Naturally Brewed Longer

HACCP Certified Hygienic Production

Smoother and Richer Umami Taste

Holding true to Knife’s tagline of More Aroma More Taste, Knife soy sauce will surely be the best home condiment to cook

up more mouth-watering dishes.

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Baby Store

(Perak)

Perfect Mom N Baby

Scan Here

All Things Baby Under One (Online) Roof

It’s only natural for any parent – new or otherwise – to want to provide the little one, as they begin to discover and explore

a whole new world, with everything he or she would ever need. And that’s exactly what Perfect Mom N Baby is all about,

a one-stop hub for all things baby.

Founded in 2014, Perfect Mom N Baby is a virtual store that prides itself on offering a dizzying array of premium baby

products, including a selection of hard-to-find items. Whether you’re in the market for high-quality breast pumps, strollers,

bedding accessories, diaper bags, baby seats or cots, shopping for your precious bundle of joy couldn’t get any easier as you

could have every item that strikes your fancy delivered right to your doorstep!

Not only will you benefit from the in-house lactation and breastfeeding consultants offering expert advice on breastfeeding,

you can also test the products before making a purchase and receive lifetime consultation along with after-sales service

whenever needed.

Those looking to purchase car seats, meanwhile, may consult the store’s Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST)

and Child Occupant Safety Advisor (COSA) on the most suitable options and test it before finalizing your order; this too

comes with lifetime consultation and after-sales service.

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Group Buy

Platform for Moms

MummyGrab Malaysia

Most Reliable Consumer Index Platform for Malaysia’s Mummy

The baby market is inundated with products, deals and services – each one laying claim to unmatched superiority – so much

so even a simple purchase like a stroller could turn into tedious, week-long chores as you skim through pages upon pages

of product reviews online and make price comparisons. Is the product value for money? Will it be delivered in a timely

manner? Am I getting the best deal possible? Is there perhaps a trustworthy one-stop hub that could make shopping for

my baby a lot less stressful and a lot more wallet-friendly?

Look no further, moms. MummyGrab is ever ready to lend you a helping hand. Whether you’re looking to check the quality

of an item, compare or purchase, the Malaysian-owned platform aims to help all mothers make well-informed choices,

bypass all the online shopping traps, and even provide suggestions or recommendations. And with MummyGrab’s group

buy practice, moms are sure to get the best bang for their buck, along with potential free gifts or exclusive deals.

Committed to providing moms with only the best, most cost-efficient buys, MummyGrab will even contact brand owners

directly to negotiate special group-buy deals for a product you’ve got your eyes on!

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Preschool

(Bandar Puchong Jaya,

Puchong, Selangor)

Orange Montessori Kidz

Inspiring Fledgling Minds through Learn-and-Play

It’s no secret that kids learn best when they’re having fun. Orange Montessori Kidz provides a vibrant, fun-filled and nurturing

preschool environment for young children, while celebrating cultural diversity and instilling in them exemplary values and

skills they would certainly need as they progress to primary school setting.

Orange Montessori Kidz places emphasis on developing kids’ creativity and out-of-the-box thinking, as well as reading,

writing and critical-thinking skills through comprehensive and holistic Montessori Education, in line with the National

Preschool Curriculum.

The Preschool Education Programme (for children aged 4 to 6) comprises core subjects, namely UK English, Bahasa Melayu,

Mandarin, Mathematics, Science, Moral and Practical Life Skills. Structured around the development areas of Language,

Independence, Social and Emotional, Physical, Cognitive and Creative Expression, the curriculum materials encourage kids

to explore, pick their own assignments and progress at their own pace.

An assortment of fun and exciting Enrichment Programmes await children aged 2 to 12, which includes Fun Art & Craft,

Speech & Drama, Easy Science Projects and Little Chefs.

Along with full-day and half-day programmes for children aged 1 to 6, Orange Montessori Kidz also offers Infant Care

service (full-day care of babies between 2 and 12 months old), which ensures your child’s sleep and diet routines are on

track, whilst encouraging cognitive growth, fine and gross motor skills and social interaction through sensory activities.

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Preschool

(Pusat Bandar Putra Permai,

Seri Kembangan, Selangor)

Orange Montessori Kidz

Making Learning Fun, Exciting & Engaging for Your Child

Maintaining a young child’s attention can be tricky. Which is why the right environment and the right tools are absolutely

essential to encourage learning while keeping them thoroughly engaged.

At Orange Montessori Kidz, children can enjoy a vibrant, fun-filled and nurturing preschool environment, while

celebrating cultural diversity and learning exemplary values and skills they would certainly need as they progress to

primary school setting.

Emphasis is placed on developing kids’ creativity and out-of-the-box thinking, as well as reading, writing and critical-thinking

skills through comprehensive and holistic Montessori Education, in line with the National Preschool Curriculum.

The Preschool Education Programme (for children aged 4 to 6) comprises core subjects, namely UK English, Bahasa Melayu,

Mandarin, Mathematics, Science, Moral and Practical Life Skills. The curriculum materials – structured around the development

areas of Language, Independence, Social and Emotional, Physical, Cognitive and Creative Expression – encourage kids to

explore, pick their own assignments and progress at their own pace.

An assortment of fun and exciting Enrichment Programmes await children aged 2 to 12, which includes Fun Art & Craft,

Speech & Drama, Easy Science Projects and Little Chefs.

Apart from full-day and half-day programmes for children aged 1 to 6, Orange Montessori Kidz also provides Infant

Care service, helping working parents care for their little ones while they take on daily challenges at the office with

peace of mind.

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Preschool

(Jalan Senang Ria, Kuala Lumpur)

KidzCool Learning

Fun, Engaging Brain-Based Learning with Kidzcool

Children are eager learners, inherently curious about the world around them. When it comes to learning styles and speed,

however, it’s not a “one size fits all”.

Kidzcool Learning is a firm advocate of brain-based learning, which maximises children’s learning potential, improves social

and cognitive skills, and promotes a positive learning attitude. Located along Jalan Senang Ria, KL, the preschool’s programme

is customised based on the MOE syllabus coupled with the brain-based learning method, inspiring children to learn differently

as they develop socially, emotionally and cognitively.

Kidzcool Learning offers six programmes catering to children of various age-groups: Genius (18 months to age 2), Creator

(age 3), Inverter (age 4), Transformer (age 5), Achiever (age 6) and Enhancer (age 4-6, afternoon session) – covering Mandarin,

English, Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, Science, Moral and Art & Craft, with equal emphasis given on literacy through reading

sessions. Always a hit with children are wonderfully stimulating activities such as brain teasers, fun experiments and board

games, which help boost their creative, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Meanwhile Kidzcool Learning’s online classes (both night and day classes available) have benefitted over 500 students to

date. Designed to strengthen kids’ English, Bahasa Melayu, Mandarin and Math skills, these online classes are also interactive,

allowing children to engage in games, revisions and homework.

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Preschool

(Johor Bahru, Johor)

MindChamps Preschool

Discovering the Champion in Your Child

Every single child is born with virtually unlimited potential, destined to carve out inspiring success stories in life. This simple

yet profound belief is deeply entrenched in MindChamps PreSchool’s DNA and is the driving force behind its cutting-edge

curriculum and programmes, designed to catalyse your child’s holistic learning and development.

MindChamps, founded over two decades ago as an educational research centre in Sydney, Australia, places emphasis on

skills and strategies of learning through a research-backed curriculum curated with extensive input by award-winning experts

from the domains of Education, Psychology, Neuroscience and Theatre. In fact, celebrated Neuroscientist Emeritus Professor

Allan Snyder’s (Fellow of the Royal Society) empirical research of the revolutionary 3 Minds model of education – the

Champion Mind, the Creative Mind and the Learning Mind – is the backbone of the MindChamps curriculum.

MindChamps’ unique S.M.I.L.E.S. methodology comprises integrative learning activities and experiences that promote

Sensory, Motor (Music and Movement), Intellectual, Linguistic, Emotional and Social development in kids, delivered by a

team of passionate, highly-qualified educators.

Let MindChamps equip your child with the right foundational mindset and tools so they can explore their inner creativity,

curiosity, learning styles and problem-solving capabilities as they prepare the transition from preschool to primary school

with utmost confidence and ease.

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Islamic Preschool

(Klang, Selangor)

Little Caliphs (Tadika Neurokhalifah – Taman Jaya Utama)

Enriching Children The Islamic Way

Neurokhalifah Kindergarten is one of the license holders using The Little Caliphs Programme, which seamlessly weaves

together foundational preschool education and Islamic teachings that not only help your little ones realize their best spiritual,

cognitive, socio-emotional and physical potential, but also provide them with a reassuring sense of Islamic identity and love

for the religion.

The Little Caliphs Programme (TLCP) is an Islamic-English-Creative preschool programme which applies proven creative methodologies

for teaching kids the meaningful foundation and sanctity of Islam, as well as learning and living skills in an engaging, integrative

way through a team of highly-trained facilitators whose passion for educating young minds is second to none.

TLCP provides a warm, safe and nurturing environment for your kids to learn, play and explore through a variety of subjects

such as Islamic Studies, English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mathematics, Science and Art and Craft – all based on an MOE-approved

preschool curriculum. Components that make up its Islamic Studies module include Quranic Reading using individualized

techniques, Hafazan, Practical Life (Solat, Dua, Zikr, Akhlaq, Aqidah), Vocabulary (Adab, Fiqh), Mathematics and Seerah

(History and Geography).

Plus, there is a host of extra co-curricular activities available such as Taekwando, Archery and Swimming to help instill in

your kids an affinity for fitness and sports, hone their social skills and boost self-confidence, essential building blocks for a

well-rounded future.

Little Caliphs in Taman Jaya, Telok Panglima Garang is managed and operated by Tadika Neurokhalifah. Founded by Siti Nor

Hazanah Mohamed (Mummy Zana) and Muhammad Zaim Hamid in 2014, Tadika Neurokhalifah currently has four branches:

Little Caliphs Telok Panglima Garang, Little Caliphs Jenjarom, Little Caliphs Sijangkang and Little Caliphs Taman Bentara.

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Early Childhood

Education Programme

MindChamps Preschool

Championing an Education Movement

A leading provider of premium preschool care in the region, MindChamps focuses on the skills and strategies of learning,

with emphasis on teaching the ‘how to learn’ rather than the ‘what to learn’.

Based on a cutting-edge, scientifically researched curriculum, MindChamps works alongside international experts and

draws inspiration and research from the domains of Neuroscience, Psychology and Theatre, synthesising them with

Education theory and practice. MindChamps is the only educational institute to collaborate with world-renowned

Neuroscientist Emeritus Professor Allan Snyder (Fellow of the Royal Society) on the empirical research of the revolutionary

3 Minds model of education – the Champion Mind, the Creative Mind and the Learning Mind – which is uniquely built

into the MindChamps curriculum.

Coupled with MindChamps’ proprietary enrichment modules, the curriculum is methodically designed to unlock your child’s

truest potential.

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Tuition Centre

(Kawasan Perniagaan Desa Ria,

Balakong, Selangor)

BERRY GROUP SDN BHD

Shaping High-Flyers through Unrivalled Online Tuition

The pace at which kids learn in schools in general is unique to every student, so it’s easy to fall behind on subjects as

lessons are crammed within certain time slots, making it virtually impossible for teachers to render any personalised

attention to your child.

Berry Online Tuition (owned and managed by Berry Group Sdn Bhd) has played a vital role in the academic success of over

10,000 students ranging from Standard 1 to Form 5, helping them break through learning barriers and realise their true

potentials through constructive mentoring and the use of highly-effective digital learning solutions. Thanks to its unrivalled

methods, the centre boasts over 3,000 proven results.

Making it their personal mission to inspire and empower students with thorough subject comprehension and guidance – based

on KSSR and KSSM sets of syllabus – is a team of passionate educators and professionals, each backed by invaluable experience

in the Malaysian education domain, including reference book authors and former SPM markers and school teachers.

Berry Online Tuition uses the ClassIn software as a platform to conduct the online classes, which enables digital learning,

homework management and lesson scheduling, with students having access to interactive tools and the In-School social

app – ultimately ensuring an engaging, conducive environment for students to learn, connect with teachers and gain

knowledge through educational content.

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Tuition & Day Care Centre

(SS19, Subang Jaya, Selangor)

Cubs tuition & day care centre

Let Your Kids Learn and Flourish, Mentally and Physically

After-school programmes are beneficial to children as they provide kids the opportunities to learn, engage in social interactions

with peers, strike new friendships, discover new passions and develop various skills. Most of all, working parents can enjoy

absolute peace of mind knowing their kids are spending time in the most productive ways while they are busy taking care

of business at the office.

Established with the aim of assisting parents in providing the best after-school care for children, Cubs Tuition and Daycare

SS19 Centre prides itself on delivering quality support and services for kids attending Mandarin-based primary schools.

A team of experienced and dedicated educators coach and guide students in the completion of their school homework and

also provide additional tuition to better equip learners via a syllabus aligned with KSSR for SJKC schools ensuring they are

given sufficient materials and activities in relation to core subjects, namely Mandarin, English, Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics

and Science.

Along with a comfortable, clean and spacious setting for homework and revisions, students can look forward to hot,

nutritious meals and a chance to refresh with a good bath. Upon completion of the day’s homework and tuition, students

are free to engage in an array of fun, stimulating activities such as art and craft and music appreciation, as well as the gym.

Let your children reap the benefits from a caring and loving yet structured learning environment that serve as a home away

from home.

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Early Literacy Programme

The Victoria Readers

English Literacy: Asset for Life

Simply put, books are a magical portal through which whole new worlds await – behind pages upon pages that spring to

life with each written word. Not only does reading breed knowledge and broaden your child’s mind, it stimulates their

imagination, improves vocabulary and communication.

Since first opening its doors in 1994, The Victoria Readers (TVR) has helped over 45,000 children from across Asia master English

literacy through a proven systematic approach to phonics. The brainchild of Victoria Wong Tsae Ling, an English language

teacher with over three decades worth of experience in primary and secondary school levels, TVR teaches kids to read and

spell in record time. In fact, children from English-speaking backgrounds could read with complete ease in less than 55 lessons!

And more often than not, children end up being at least two years ahead of their peers in reading fluency and comprehension

by the end of the programme.

So let your little one have educational fun as they navigate phonics, diphthongs, sentence structuring and comprehension

through a combination of workbooks, children’s tales, puzzles, colouring books and CDs.

Give your child a head start in life and watch them blossom into a capable, confident, expressive reader, raring to take on

the world!

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Music Academy

The Academy Music Centre

Education. Retail. Awesomeness

Founded in 2013, The Academy Music Centre is the fastest growing provider of musical education and retail solutions in the

Malaysian school landscape. Located in Kota Damansara (HQ) and Eco Ardence, Setia Alam, The Academy boasts a team of

infinitely passionate teachers who constantly strive to improve not only the students, but also themselves. Lessons are

designed and developed specifically to suit students’ needs and expectations – be it for serious learners who take the

systematic, academic approach, or casual learners who look to music for relaxation and enjoyment.

The Academy Music Centre is also a valued partner in the education curriculum of various quality education institutions

such as Sri KDU, Kolej Tunku Ja’afar International, Global Indian International and HELP International schools.

Offering an array of musical courses, rest assured The Academy will be able to cater to all your budding rockstar’s needs.

Courses range from conventional ones such as guitar, piano, drums and violin to unconventional ones such as saxophone,

cello, viola and clarinet. If a musical instrument is way too advanced for your child, then the internationally-acclaimed

Kindermusik music movement programme would be a more suitable fit. Franchised and all the way from the United States,

your child’s needs will be carefully nurtured by The Academy’s certified tutors.

Aside from that, the company also sells an assortment of musical instruments ranging from contemporary to classical.

Carrying over 34 retail international brands, whether acclaimed or boutique, The Academy has got you covered!

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After School Programme

Knowledge Tree

Sowing Seeds of Future Success in Children

Nothing could be more exciting and fun for young children than spending hours in a fun space with other kids their age

– playing, interacting, laughing, learning off each other, fostering friendships. Throw in Knowledge Tree’s enriching early

childhood education syllabus and afterschool programmes in the mix (eg Mandarin Class, Speech & Drama, Arts & Crafts,

Bahasa Malaysia, Modern Music), and you get a proven recipe for a confident, sharp-minded, adaptable and socially-apt

kid, eager and ready to embrace primary school life.

Founded in 2006 by Kelly Soo, inspired by her own experiences as a teacher of early childhood education, Knowledge Tree practices

the Montessori educational approach, delivered by passionate facilitators with your child’s best interest at heart, ensuring a

nurturing, stimulating and fun environment that is highly conducive for the growth and all-round development of your child.

Knowledge Tree’s Afterschool Mandarin Programme would be particularly advantageous for those enrolled in Chinese primary

schools with in-house Mandarin teachers conducting daily classes employing the Odonata Mandarin Reading Programme, a

story-based curriculum that teaches simplified Chinese characters. Kids will also benefit from one-on-one reading and flash

card sessions, while learning the KSSR syllabus including subjects such as Mathematics, Science and Moral in Mandarin.

There are currently four Knowledge Tree kindergartens, located in Ara Damansara (HQ), Setia Alam, Desa ParkCity and

Bukit Jalil.

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Mental Arithmetic

for Children

UCMAS

Introducing Kids to Arithmetic Wizardry

Just as spelling is a critical component of writing, your child’s grasp of arithmetic is key for them to excel not only in math,

but in all facets of life that require powers of reasoning, estimation and logical thinking.

UCMAS, a unique and scientifically-proven mental development programme that is renowned all over the world, has been

helping kids of all ages deconstruct and understand arithmetic for decades through the ancient tool of abacus and sharpen

their mental calculation skills.

Not only does the ISO 9001:2018-certified programme drive young minds to perform mind-boggling feats of calculation

using just their mind, but it also fosters other mental abilities that are essential in everyday life such as concentration,

observation, listening, abstract thinking and imagination, as well as memory, ultimately moulding these boys and girls into

fast- and effective-thinkers, apt problem-solvers and better communicators.

Combined with a series of contemporary education techniques, the UCMAS programme continues to boast proven results

worldwide, so let your kids unlock the limitless power of their brain.

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Mandarin-Based Kindergarten

MyGenius Kindergarten

Pre-School Mandarin: A Head Start in Chinese Education

Not only is learning an additional language fun and exciting, but it also opens your kids up to a host of career prospects,

in particular Mandarin, the most widely spoken language in the world.

At MyGenius Kindergarten, children are introduced to its Mandarin programme at a very early age, designed to prepare

them with a solid foundation in the language. Its graduates are able to carry conversations effortlessly in Mandarin and

identify at least 500 Chinese characters by the time they enrol into Chinese primary schools, even those without a Chinesespeaking

background.

Ever ready to give your kids a head start in their education journey is a team of highly-trained teachers – Mandarin-speaking

grads in Early Childhood Education – who are passionate about making a difference in your child’s life through a customtailored

curriculum delivered by way of MyGenius Creative Teaching. The fun and enriching programme includes Trilingual

Mastery (Mandarin, English and Bahasa Malaysia), math, science, physical development, music and movement, art and craft,

along with speech and drama, thoughtfully curated to instill in your child confidence, high standard of ethics, good moral

behaviour and build character.

After all, isn’t it every parent’s dream to raise their children to become valuable, upstanding members of society?

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Junior Enrichment Centre

VBest Education Group

Empowering Juniors with Academic Edge

When it comes to learning, every child – unique by nature – marches to the beat of their own drum. Thus keeping up

academically with their peers can be a struggle for some children, if not most.

Giving kids the necessary support and guidance, and equipping them with the right learning skills through the most suitable

and effective methodologies is vital, which is exactly what your child can expect at VBest, a leading tuition programme

provider known for producing exemplary top students, some even going on to secure coveted spots in various universities

of revered prestige including Oxford and The Ivy League.

The VBest Year 1 to 6 Primary Programme helps children (between age 3 and 13) discover their true potential in English

(Cambridge English Primary), Mathematics (International Primary Maths) and Science.

Using English as the primary medium, highly skilled mentors ensure students acquire proficiency in reading, writing and

recognizing numbers, and help cultivate interest in the subjects, focusing on thorough comprehension theoretically and

practically. Using in-house developed tools, materials, system and technology, they provide guidance and assistance to help

students understand the most efficient answering techniques to ace their exams. Small-group classes, meanwhile, ensure

effective and fun learning, allowing teachers to focus on each individual student.

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Indoor Family

Entertainment Centre

Kids Nation

Endless Indoor Family Fun

Bonding with your child through play is one of the most effective ways to help them develop social skills and mature

cognitively and emotionally whilst associating words with action in a fun, creative and safe setting.

Located in Mont Kiara, Kids Nation features an interactive playland fitted with unique facilities especially designed for

maximum fun such as donut and spiral slides, trampolines, webbing bridges, crawling tunnels, magic mirrors and ball pools

– a wholesome, fun and conducive platform for your child to explore, develop their creativity and learn to socialize with

their peers.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, Kids Nation maintains a high standard in cleanliness through a schedule of

frequent sanitization of the playland and its features using hospital grade anti-bacteria solutions. Though the Kids Nation

crew will be on hand to keep an eye on the little ones, parents or guardians are required to supervise their children.

Complementing the playland is a well-stocked library and café where you and your kids can take a breather as you read

and relax, and together create fond memories to last a lifetime.

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Social Emotional

Learning Art School

Brainbow Kids

Nurturing Creativity & Imagination Through Art

Social emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children acquire the knowledge, attitude and skills they need

to recognise and manage their emotions, demonstrate care and concern for others, establish positive relationships, make

responsible decisions, handle challenging conditions constructively, and much more. Brainbow Kids, based in Subang Jaya,

is the first Certified Social Emotional Intelligence (ISEI) ® school that uses Neuroscience to provide an exciting platform for

children to develop healthy social, emotional and behavioural skills through fun and to stimulate creative art and craft.

Founded by Nandhini Sivanna, a certified Emotional Intelligence Coach (ISEI) ® and a Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)

Kids Practitioner, Brainbow Kids offers two highly engaging programmes – Rainbow Adventure (ages 3 to 7) and SuperPower

Me (age 7 and above) – each designed around various elements such as EQ Games, Regulation Activities and Storytelling,

while its art and craft projects provide a pathway for kids to unleash their creativity through several art techniques and

mediums, from paper marbling to the Japanese art of Kintsugi.

Another popular feature available through Brainbow Kids is its uniquely-themed Brainbow Box, a monthly subscription

craft box which comprises three art projects (eg modelling clay name boards, DIY board games, sensory jars, terrarium sand

art), with all the materials and step-by-step instructions (including video tutorials) for hours of hands-on fun and learning.

These programmes and activities help kids develop valuable life skills such as responsible decision-making and creative

problem-solving. They also foster mindfulness and a positive mindset as children learn to maximise their full potential.

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Preschool Programme

Cubs Early Years

Nurturing Minds and Hearts

Every parent wants to provide the best, most productive environment for their kids to learn and grow. At Cubs Early

Years, a group of experienced and reputable academic facilitators, passionate about providing kids with the fundamentals

for life-long learning, are ever ready to ensure your little ones learn and play in a safe, nurturing, conducive and

inclusive environment.

The Cubs Early Years (CEY) Programme provides learning experiences – both indoors and outdoors – enabling children the

freedom to explore, share ideas, express their feelings, build friendships, and interact with their peers which helps their

language development. Through outdoor learning, kids also learn to understand and respect nature, and feel connected

to the world and their community.

Thanks to a holistic curriculum through which kids are introduced and exposed to three main languages (English, Bahasa

Melayu and Mandarin), the programme instills a love for knowledge in kids and fosters their sense of curiosity and

responsibility, whilst preparing them for formal international or national school education settings.

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Mandarin Early Years

Programme

Cubs Mandarin Early Years

Preparing Kids For A Brighter Future Through Mandarin

Having a second or third language as part of one’s skill set is like having a wild card up your sleeves. Not only is it a cool

tool to possess, it also opens up pathways to a more dynamic social environment through better communication and deeper

insight into other cultures.

With Mandarin being one of the most sought-after requirements in the current employment landscape, you’d be wise

to give your little ones an early start through Cubs Mandarin Early Years (CMEY), a Mandarin academic based programme

designed to inspire curiosity and love for learning, enhance children’s command of Mandarin and prepare them for a

formal Mandarin education setting. Children will also be taught in English and Bahasa Melayu, empowering them with

fluency in the languages.

Employing a curriculum that draws upon Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Systems Theory, which views child development

as a complex system influenced and impacted by relationships and connecting environments, the CMEY Programme encourages

and boosts children’s personal skills and fosters confidence in young boys and girls as they share ideas, explore and express

themselves through languages, activities and play.

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Early Childhood

Learning Centre

Cubs Early Years

Holistic, Integrated Approach To Learning

Finding the right early childhood learning centre for your child used to be a fairly easy process. Today, with many options

available, selecting the best one can be challenging. What should parents look for? What would best suit your child? Is the

last two pandemic-dominated years going to impact your choice?

Backed by more than 80 years of collective experience, Cubs Early Years prides itself on understanding the needs of preschoolers

as they cope with the challenges posed by post-pandemic learning situations. The centres allow kids to experience

an integrated approach to learning that enables them to associate what they learn in class with everyday life. Simulated

environments ensure kids easily adapt to learning approaches, crucial for young learners in today’s ever changing world.

Drawing upon Bronfenbrenner’s Bioecological Systems Theory, which views child development as a complex system influenced

and impacted by relationships and connecting environments, Cubs Early Years’ teachers and staff apply a lead-by-example

approach to instill in your child character-building values such as loving, caring, sharing, respect for self and others, honesty,

responsibility and fairness.

Let Cubs Early Years encourage and boost your children’s personal skills and foster confidence in them as they share ideas,

explore and express themselves through languages, activities and play.



Enrichment Centre

(Mathematics)

Singapore Math Academy

Unraveling the Art of Numbers

Mathematics isn’t merely a visual cacophony of numbers strung together by symbols and decimal points – in fact, it’s key in

brain and cognitive development. Just ask the good folks at Singapore Math Academy and they will wholeheartedly attest

to the invaluable benefits honed through the power of math, especially in children, such as problem-solving and analytical

thinking skills, whilst harnessing one’s ability to reason abstractly – components that are ultimately crucial in everyday life.

Skilled and certified teachers – trained by Dr Yeap Ban Har, the Director of Curriculum and Professional Development at

Pathlight School (Singapore) and Anglo-Singapore International School (Thailand) – utilise a gamut of teaching materials

to help children develop a solid foundation in math.

Instead of rote learning through repetitive exercises, the Singapore Math methods of Concrete, Pictorial and Abstract

(CPA), coupled with a syllabus focusing on High Order Thinking Skills (HOTS), inspire young minds to fundamentally

understand mathematics.

The academy offers pre-primary, primary and secondary schoolchildren curriculum math material approved by the Singapore

Ministry of Education, and at present has six Enrichment Centers located in the Klang Valley, Ipoh, Penang and Miri.

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Child Care Centre

(Sentul, Kuala Lumpur)

Little Hands Daycare Centre

Building Young Minds with the Right Foundation

Ask any seasoned parent and they would swear, without batting an eyelid, that children are like mini walking talking

sponges, absorbing every bit of information and nuance off their surrounding. So feeding your young child’s mind with the

right foundational “nutrition” is crucial in the development of their intelligence, character and self-confidence.

Little Hands Daycare Centre champions the vision of enabling each and every child access to quality early childhood care

and education emphasizing on 21 st century learning skills through its well-rounded curriculum encompassing Language Arts

Writing, Little Scientist (STEM Programme), Euler Maths (STEM Programme) and Social & Personal Development, which

together promote critical thinking, self-discovery and active learning.

Its three programmes – Preschool (Montesorri & STEM Curriculum), Daycare (Enrichment Class) and After School Care

(Homework Coaching) – cater to the needs of children between the ages of 3 and 9, and are designed to unlock their full

potential as they learn, explore, experiment and play in a fun, safe, conducive environment that serves as an inviting,

inspiring platform for kids to build and hone their literacy, numeracy, science, cognitive and social skills.

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Woman & Child Centre

Sunway Medical Centre

Committed to the Health and Wellness of Women & Children

Sunway Medical Centre’s Women and Children Health Centre is committed to understanding and improving the overall

health and wellbeing of women and children by providing the highest quality, world-class care they seek and deserve.

The hospital’s Women Health Centre provides a comprehensive range of sub-specialities including obstetrics and gynaecology,

fertility, gynaecology oncology and gynaecology robotic surgery. Its healthcare professionals are dedicated to bettering

women’s gynaecological health and supporting them through family planning, infertility, menopause, and routine health

examinations such as mammograms and pap smears. On hand is also a team of female doctors to ensure patients are

completely at ease with the services they receive.

Meanwhile, the Children Health Centre comprises more than 10 paediatric sub-specialities that cater to the various health

needs of children, complemented by a team of highly-skilled professionals to screen, prevent, diagnose, treat and manage any

health conditions with utmost care. They also focus on children’s growth rate, physical milestones and developmental issues.

Sunway Medical Centre’s Women and Children Health Centre also specializes in prenatal and postnatal care as well as mother

and baby wellness, along with a Fertility Centre for couples so they fulfil their dream of having a child. In addition, Sunway

Medical Centre is a pro-breastfeeding hospital, dedicated to making mothers’ breastfeeding journey as pleasing and gratifying

as possible.

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Hospital

(Maternity Category)

Bintulu, Sarawak

Columbia Asia Hospital - Bintulu

Excellent Maternity Care at Excellent Value

Well-known for our quality private healthcare services, Columbia Asia is an international private hospital company with

hospitals located throughout Asia. In Malaysia, Columbia Asia was first established in 1996, offering optimum and affordable

medical services through our nationwide hospitals and clinics.

At Columbia Asia Hospital – Bintulu, Sarawak, this hospital has become a top choice for moms-to-be as it offers one of the

best experiences for mothers to deliver their babies, thanks to complete maternity packages which include treatment and

care for standard as well as Caesarean deliveries. In addition to providing a safe and comfortable environment for mothers

to give birth, Columbia Asia Hospital – Bintulu has a team of medical professionals from General Paediatrics and Obstetrics

& Gynaecology to General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Occupational Medicine to provide attentive service and assistance

to patients.

As a Columbia Asia facility, you can rest assured that this prestigious hospital is devoted to meeting high standards of

safety and healthcare quality expected from an award-winning medical institution. Our Bintulu hospital is open from

8am to 5pm on Mondays through Fridays and from 8am to 12pm on Saturdays. Visitation hours at our inpatient wards

are from 9am to 9.30pm.

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Hospital

(Tebrau, Johor)

Columbia Asia Hospital – Tebrau

Patient-Centric Healthcare

Despite being only two years old, Columbia Asia Hospital – Tebrau is already an award-winning healthcare facility that is

steadily becoming the preferred and trusted healthcare provider for those who call Johor home, and beyond.

Located within the residential hub of Kota Southkey, a mere 7km away from the Johor Bahru city centre, Columbia Asia

Hospital – Tebrau is the 13 th Columbia Asia hospital in Malaysia and 19 th in Southeast Asia.

The largest among all Columbia Asia hospitals in the country, the four-storey facility is equipped with highly-skilled,

experienced and deeply passionate healthcare professionals – covering a wide range of disciplines including Cardiology,

Obstetrics & Gynecology, Nephrology (Dialysis Unit), Pediatric, Internal Medicine and Orthopedics – who strive to consistently

deliver optimum care through in-depth consultation and sound yet affordable treatments, complemented by a slew of

state-of-the art facilities such as 1.5 Tesla MRI, Cardiac Catheterization Lab and five fully-fitted operating theatres.

Columbia Asia Hospital – Tebrau’s 205-bed capacity promotes a smoother doctor-patient workflow. This naturally creates a

more conducive and positive environment for faster and more effective recovery.

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Maternity Hospital

(Selangor)

Sunway Medical Centre

Defining Moments with Premier Maternity Care

Sunway Medical Centre takes great pride in delivering a positive experience for parents-to-be at the most exciting and

defining time in their lives. Committed to supporting couples throughout their pregnancy journey, it offers comprehensive

maternity services and facilities to ensure a safe and successful birthing experience.

The facility’s healthcare professionals provide exceptional holistic prenatal, delivery and postnatal services from routine

antenatal check-ups to maternal fetal monitoring and round-the-clock nursing care for mothers and their newborns to

neonatal care. The hospital is equipped with nine delivery suites, two dedicated maternity wards, nurseries with 27 bassinets,

and six newborn intensive care units (NICU) for babies who require extra attention.

Sunway Medical Centre is also a pro-breastfeeding hospital that fully supports new mothers in their efforts to breastfeed, with

a 24-hour helpline always available to assist moms with any questions or concerns they might have in relation to breastfeeding.

The hospital also organises antenatal classes quarterly so couples are well-prepared for the arrival of their newborn. Conducted

by experienced doctors, nurses, midwives, dietitians, audiologists and physiotherapists, the Parentcraft Class enables expecting

parents to gain knowledge on prenatal and postnatal care.

Offering personalized packages to suit your needs, let your life-changing journey towards parenthood begin with Sunway

Medical Centre.

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Fertility Specialist Centre

(Selangor)

TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre - Selangor

Helping You Realise Your Parenthood Dreams

While conceiving a baby comes naturally and effortlessly for some, others may find themselves trudging down long, winding,

emotionally-distressing paths. Thus the importance of seeking the right fertility expertise simply cannot be over-emphasised.

Backed by over 25 years’ experience, TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre is a full-fledged fertility treatment facility

offering a spectrum of treatment options for male and female patients. With cutting-edge medical facilities and skilled

fertility specialists, the award-winning TMC Fertility boasts impressive pregnancy rates – even landing itself into The Malaysian

Book of Records in 2018 for the highest number of IVF babies from a single practice (with a total of 5,388 babies).

Catering to residents across the Klang Valley are TMC Fertility Puchong (HQ) and TMC Fertility Kota Damansara, equipped

with all-inclusive world-class laboratories for fertility procedures, recovery rooms and counselling bays. TMC Fertility Kepong,

meanwhile, serves as a satellite branch offering added convenience and ease of accessibility to the community within and

around the Kepong township.

Along with IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization), ICSI (Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection) and PGT (Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing),

other services offered by TMC Fertility include Cryopreservation (Oocyte, Sperm and Embryo Freezing) and Donation

Programmes (Oocyte, Sperm and Embryo Donations). Coupled with advanced technologies (eg Next Generation Sequencing

and Time-Lapse imaging), superior patient support services, affordable packages and quality medications, TMC Fertility is

certainly a top-of-mind solution for couples in need of help fulfilling their parenthood dreams.

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(Penang)

TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre - Penang

Specialist Fertility Care Meets Seafront State of Mind

The journey towards parenthood is often an emotional roller coaster for couples who struggle to conceive, and the last

thing you need is the added stress.





Ready to serve couples residing up north is TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre Penang, equipped with an all-inclusive

world-class laboratory for fertility procedures, recovery rooms and counselling bays. Along with IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization),

ICSI (Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection) and PGT (Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing), other services offered by TMC Fertility

include Cryopreservation (Oocyte, Sperm and Embryo Freezing) and Donation Programmes (Oocyte, Sperm and Embryo

Donations) – complemented by advanced technologies (eg Next Generation Sequencing and Time-Lapse imaging), superior

patient support services, affordable packages and quality medications.

What makes this centre particularly special is its location – nestled within the picturesque Straits Quay, patients enjoy

therapeutic ocean breeze and scenic surroundings, naturally uplifting couples’ state of mind with renewed hope as they

pursue their dream of having a child.



(Perak)

TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre - Ipoh

Fulfil your Life-Long Wish with TMC Fertility

For most couples reveling in marital bliss, bringing a child they helped create together into the world equates true happiness.

However, the journey towards achieving that dream isn’t always smooth-sailing due to a number of fertility issues potentially

affecting both partners.

TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre is a full-fledged fertility treatment facility offering a spectrum of treatment options

for male and female patients. Backed by over 25 years’ experience, cutting-edge medical facilities and skilled fertility

specialists, the award-winning TMC Fertility boasts impressive pregnancy rates – even landing itself into The Malaysian Book

of Records in 2018 for the highest number of IVF babies from a single practice (with a total of 5,388 babies).

Catering to couples who call Perak home is TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre Ipoh, located along Persiaran Pearl,

a stone’s throw away from the Greentown Business Centre – equipped with an all-inclusive world-class laboratory for fertility

procedures, recovery rooms and counselling bays. Services offered include IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization), ICSI (Intra-Cytoplasmic

Sperm Injection), PGT (Pre-Implantation Genetic Testing), Cryopreservation (Oocyte, Sperm and Embryo Freezing) and

Donation Programmes (Oocyte, Sperm and Embryo Donations).

With advanced technologies such as Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and Time-Lapse imaging, coupled with superior

patient support services, affordable packages and quality medications, TMC Fertility is deeply committed to helping you

and your partner fulfil your dream of having a child of your own.



(Johor)

TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre - Johor Bahru

Enriching Lives Down South through World-Class Fertility Expertise

For couples who have been yearning for a child of their own, despite years of trying, seeking the right fertility expertise is

a crucial first step to achieving that dream.





Ready to provide fertility expertise for those in the Southern region is TMC Fertility & Women’s Specialist Centre Johor Bahru.

Located at Menara Landmark, the spacious, sophisticated facility is equipped with an all-inclusive world-class laboratory for

fertility procedures, recovery rooms and counselling bays.

Services offered include IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization), ICSI (Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection), PGT (Pre-Implantation Genetic

Testing), Cryopreservation (Oocyte, Sperm and Embryo Freezing) and Donation Programmes (Oocyte, Sperm and Embryo

Donations). Aptly complemented by advanced technologies (eg Next Generation Sequencing and Time-Lapse imaging),

superior patient support services and affordable packages, you can count on TMC Fertility to turn your dreams of having a

child into reality.


Critical Illness

Insurance Plan

Prudential PRUAll Care

Total Care Before and Beyond

Life can be unpredictable. When you experience adversities like a serious illness, it can spiral into various complications,

including the loss of income, mental breakdown, and physical struggles. Protect yourself and plan ahead with PRUAll

Care so you can get the most out of life.

PRUAll Care is a revolutionary plan that has your back beyond supporting you with Critical Illness coverage. The plan offers

coverage against 190 health conditions ranging from Early to Late Stage, Special Benefit, Juvenile CI Benefit as well as

Mental Health Coverage. You will also receive a lump sum payment when you are diagnosed with any of the covered Critical

Illnesses so that you have the means to cover other expenses beyond medical costs. These include post-surgery recovery

benefits and intensive care support benefits. Moreover, the plan consists of mental health coverage not just for adults but

also for children. Protection begins with a good plan, so don’t wait, and start planning for the future today.

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Legacy Insurance Plan

Prudential PRUProtect Xtra

Ensuring a Secure Financial Legacy for Your Loved Ones

When you love your family, you’d want to ensure they are financially cared for even after you are gone. PRUProtect Xtra

offers you a reliable and affordable way to leave your family a lasting and secure financial legacy. To ensure you have

immediate monetary support, the plan gives your family a lump sum benefit in the event that you pass away or encounter

total permanent disability. Moreover, if you die in an accident, the plan pays twice the value of your coverage, rising to

four times its values if the accident occurs outside of Malaysia. Upon your death, the plan also provides extra fixed-term

insurance to service any outstanding loans like mortgages, hire purchases, tuition fees, etc.

Apart from this, the plan offers up to RM10,000 if you are hospitalised for a range of infectious diseases, including malaria,

SARS and Ebola. For those who maintain the plan for nine years, you will be rewarded with a Loyalty Bonus every two

years along with a single, larger bonus when you are 70, 80 or 90 years of age, depending on your age when your policy

begins. We will pay you a lump sum benefit and pay your plan’s premium if you are diagnosed with critical illness.

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Confinement Care Services

Esther Postpartum Care

Best-In-Class Taiwanese Confinement Experience

A luxurious, well-deserved oasis for women following the life-changing experience that is childbirth, Esther Postpartum

Care provides the best postnatal care and services for Malaysian moms, served with warm Taiwanese hospitality and expertise

through the vision of founder Katrina Loh, backed by 14 years of industry experience.

The award-winning centre, the first of its kind in Malaysia, ensures mothers rest, recuperate and regain their strength with

the most comprehensive care during their confinement period, crucial in restoring the vitality of one’s pre-pregnancy health.

Experience top-notch Taiwanese hospitality in a 5-star setting, interlaced with local cultures and traditions to make your

experience as comfortable and as rewarding as possible, fittingly complemented by nutritious and delectable Taiwaneseinspired

meals which include exclusive herbal teas and tonic soups specially-curated to help boost strength and vigour.

New moms will also receive sound guidance relating to lactation and breast care, postpartum physical and psychological

assessments, plus daily visits by professional nursing consultants who ensure your wounds are healing in a timely manner.

On hand to take care of newborns round the clock is the centre’s professional nursing staff, while a pediatrician conducts

weekly checks on each baby’s health. To help moms further empower themselves, postpartum and parenting classes are also

available, along with interesting workshops, DIY lessons and yoga, just to name a few.

Esther Postpartum Care currently has three branches – located in Jalan Ampang, Sri Hartamas and Damansara Perdana –

with an additional branch scheduled to open in Cheras on October 1, 2022.

www.estherpostpartumcare.com

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Confinement Centre

(Damansara Heights,

Kuala Lumpur)

Cozzi Confinement Centre

‘Cozzi’ Home Away from Home for Postpartum Moms & their Newborns

Complete rest and relaxation is what every mom craves upon childbirth as the body begins its journey to recovery. And since

“home is where the heart is”, Cozzi Confinement Centre is committed to ensuring moms enjoy the most comfortable, healing

confinement care that feels just like home.

Since its inception, the centre has provided hundreds of postpartum moms with sound confinement care through undivided

care and support for their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Services offered include visits and check-ups by Chinese

medicine practitioners, massages to restore abdominal muscles, warm herbal baths, as well as recreational activities so moms

enjoy their confinement experience. Helping to boost recovery and vigour are five delicious and nutritious home-cooked

meals daily, prepared with the freshest ingredients and herbs (as recommended by Chinese medicine practitioners),

complemented by teas and health beverages such as red dates tea, lemongrass tea and black jujube tea.

Newborns, meanwhile, will be cared for in a baby room with 24-hour CCTV surveillance, with professional and well-trained

caretakers to provide round-the-clock care and monitor babies’ sleep, feeding and meal cycles, as well as neonatal jaundice

checks, so mothers can fully focus on recuperating with absolute peace of mind.

Cozzi Confinement Centre’s Damansara Heights branch caters to families within and around the vicinity, ever ready to

shower moms with the love and care they truly deserve.

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Confinement Centre

(KL Eco City, Kuala Lumpur)

Little Precious Postnatal Centre

Rewarding Confinement Care In Plush Comfort

If anyone deserves to be pampered to a tee, it’s new mothers who have just experienced the miracle of childbirth. Getting

the right support and care is what they deserve – and that’s exactly what Little Precious Postnatal Care Centre is all about.

Located in KL Eco City, Little Precious Postnatal Care Centre features plush hotel-like suites (complete with 5-star-standard

daily high-tea) exuding contemporary chic through its award-winning interiors (ie Asia Pacific Awards 2021-2022, MIID Gold

award for Public Space), fitted with advanced maternity and baby amenities.

The facility leverages on the expertise of experienced obstetricians, paediatricians, TCM doctors and nutritionists, along

with well-balanced confinement food (a combination of modern diets and traditional confinement recipes) specially-curated

by in-house 5-star hotel chefs, to provide moms with delicious, nutritional confinement meals.

Aside from a range of postnatal care services, Little Precious Postnatal Care Centre equips new moms with the necessary

skills to care for themselves and their newborn, such as breastfeeding techniques with the aid of in-house lactation

consultations. It also offers workshops and fun activities to ensure mothers experience postnatal confinement that is both

enjoyable and educational.

With professional nurses on standby 24/7 to attend and care for your little one (nurse to baby ratio of 1:2), you can focus

on rest and recovery with absolute peace of mind.

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Confinement Centre

(Iskandar Puteri, Johor)

Amazing Postnatal Care

Bask in the Bliss of an ‘Amazing’ Confinement Experience

Welcoming a newborn into the world, as profoundly moving and rewarding as it is, undoubtedly takes a tremendous physical

and emotional toll on mothers. Thus it is important that they receive the care, love and support they need and deserve to

properly recover from the strains of childbirth.

Amazing Postnatal Care provides moms and their newborns with top-quality professional postpartum and postnatal care

through a proven integration of traditional Chinese confinement care methodologies, the latest modern nursing practices

and cutting-edge equipment.

Its Iskandar Puteri branch in Johor features luxurious, well-fitted suites overlooking the ocean, making it the first and only

confinement care facility in Malaysia offering the soothing tranquility of sea views. The suites come with en-suite bathroom,

ensuring moms feel absolutely pampered while recuperating in a private and safe 5-star environment. The suites are also

spacious enough to accommodate dads who wish to participate in moms’ recovery.

Along with five delectable and freshly-prepared confinement meals per day, packed with essential nutrients to promote

optimal health and youthful vigour, moms can also enjoy unlimited confinement beverages. Mothers have access to obstetric

rehabilitation treatments, massages, and practical workshops that equip new moms with the necessary knowledge and skills

to care for their baby post-confinement. In addition, professionally-trained caretakers/nurses are on standby 24 hours a day

to supervise and care for newborns, who receive regular visits by doctors, so moms can rest assured their precious little one

is in mighty good hands as they relish an ‘Amazing’ confinement experience.

www.amazingpostnatal.com

www.facebook.com/Amazingpostnatalcare

www.instagram.com/amazing_postnatal_care

Confinement Centre

(Sabah)

Quality Confinement Home

Offering New Moms a Quality and Holistic Confinement Experience

As one of the best confinement centres in Sabah, Quality Confinement Home is known for their comprehensive postnatal

care services for new mothers. Established in 2017, the centre has four branches in Luyang, Kepayan, Kingfisher and Taman

Antarabangsa (premium branch) and will soon open a new branch in Tawau. One of their key offerings is a combination of

traditional Malay and Chinese methods of postpartum care with modern science to ensure new moms receive quality holistic

care. This is done through massages and balanced diets comprising tonic soups and special confinement meals.

Their daily postnatal massages and full postnatal treatments help mothers deal with after-birth issues safely and naturally.

For instance, the postnatal massages are designed to help relieve tense muscles, improve blood circulation, eliminate toxins

and speed up overall mental and physical recovery. In addition, there are also daily infant massages as well as swim sessions

and flower baths exclusively for newborns.

The centre provides a one-month confinement stay (29 nights and 30 days) which comes with five healthy meals per day

for recovery and rejuvenation along with a free flow of red dates to ensure optimal nutrition and help boost lactation.

Well-equipped with modern amenities and CCTV surveillance for total comfort and security, the centre comprises cosy and

elegantly-designed individual suites with private bathrooms. In addition, moms also enjoy 24-hour nursing care and daily

health monitoring for both mother and child.

www.qualityconfinement.com

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Confinement Centre

(Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur)

LYC Mother & Child Centre

A Most Gratifying Confinement Sanctuary

A healing, pampering, enriching confinement care experience is what every mother deserves following childbirth so they

can recover from the rigours of pregnancy and labour, and LYC Mother & Child Centre delivers just that, and more. The

award-winning confinement care centre’s Bukit Jalil branch, located at Aurora Place, caters to residents in Bukit Jalil and

surrounding areas. Offering a luxurious, tranquil and relaxing environment for mothers to relax and recover, it features

spacious, tastefully furnished accommodation (complete with en-suite bathroom) for utmost comfort and privacy.

Ensuring timely recovery are highly experienced doctors who conduct weekly check-ups to monitor the health of moms and

babies, while lactation specialists guide new moms on optimal breastfeeding techniques. Moms will enjoy five deliciously

nutritious dietitian-certified meals daily, providing the right balance of nourishment that facilitate healing. Incorporating

traditional Chinese medicine, its varying menu provides a gradual four-stage care regimen that works to detoxify the liver

and kidney, improve blood circulation and lactation, restore vitality and replenish qi.

Along with wellness programmes such as the Tanamera traditional Malay postnatal care treatments, Japanese energy hot

stone spa and yoga, moms can also benefit from educational programmes such as one-to-one baby care workshops and

postnatal nutrition talks. LYC Mother & Child Centre is also equipped with a 24-hour 1-to-1 baby surveillance system, which

can be accessed exclusively online, promising both mom and dad complete peace of mind.

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Blissful Postpartum Care for Johor Bahru and Singapore Moms

When it comes to delivering top-notch, all-encompassing confinement care for postpartum moms and their newborns, the

award-winning LYC Mother & Child Centre knows best. Its latest branch in Johor, LYC SOG Mother & Child Centre, in

collaboration with SOG Health Pte Ltd (a specialist medical group in Singapore), is strategically located just minutes away

from the Johor Bahru-Singapore border, serving as a blissful retreat for moms residing in both Johor and Singapore.

All 71 rooms are elegantly furnished, complete with en-suite bathroom and five-star amenities. The spacious rooms – ranging

from 420ft 2 up to 950ft 2 – make for a most conducive sanctuary for moms to relax and recover in absolute comfort, tranquillity

and privacy. Along with weekly check-ups by doctors who monitor the health of moms and babies, lactation specialists who

guide new moms on optimal breastfeeding techniques, and private transfer services for a hassle-free travel experience from

home to centre, LYC SOG Mother & Child Centre is also equipped with a 24-hour 1-to-1 baby surveillance system, which can

be accessed exclusively online for mom and dad’s peace of mind.

Boosting mothers’ recovery are five deliciously nutritious dietitian-certified meals daily, providing the right balance of

nourishment through a varying menu (incorporating traditional Chinese medicine) that works to detoxify the liver and

kidney, improve blood circulation and lactation, restore vitality and replenish qi. Wellness programmes are also available,

as are educational programmes, so that moms can enjoy a thoroughly rewarding confinement care experience.

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Baby & Toddler

Nutrition

For a first-time mother, even holding

the baby to the breast can be a

struggle. How do I sit? How do I hold

my baby? Is my baby comfortable? Am

I doing something wrong?

Sit comfortably and relax. Get someone

to hand you the baby. Hold the baby

in the crook of your arm. Use your

dominant arm. If you are left-handed,

then hold the baby in your left hand.

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Guide to Feeding

your infant:

Baby’s Arrived!

Now What?

The second you hear your first-born’s cry for the first

time, all the pain you endured during labour magically

disappears, and your heart is filled with immense joy at the

sight of your baby after carrying the little one in your belly

for 9 months. Now that the baby’s finally here, reality sinks

in … and fear creeps in. What do I do now? How am I going

to feed this bundle of perfection? Where do I begin?

Calm down and start enjoying your baby with a few simple

tips and go with your maternal instincts. You will generally

know what to do but the following guidelines will certainly

help you through moments of uncertainty.

Birth to 4 Months

Remember, babies are born with

natural instincts. They can smell and

hear their mothers from being in

the womb for at least 9 months. As

you bring the baby to your breast,

gently stroke the corner of the baby’s

mouth. This makes them turn their

head and open their mouth to follow

and root in the direction of the

stroking. This is called the rooting

reflex which lasts about 4 months.

This guides the baby to find the

breast to start latching and feeding.

What to feed

Babies who are breastfed exclusively

for the first 4 months and partially after

that have a reduced risk of respiratory

and gastrointestinal infections.

If for some reason, the mother is

unable to produce milk, the baby can

be fed formula until they are ready to

take other forms of nutrition.

How much to feed?

Most newborns sleep through their first

day. After that, they nurse every two

to three hours up to eight to 12 times

a day.


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How much breast milk a baby needs

differs from baby to baby and from

month to month. A new born takes

less than an ounce of breast milk per

feeding and by the time they are a

month old they can drink about 3 to 4

ounces per feed. They can feed up to

eight times a day. This is about 24 to

28 ounces daily.

How to know if the baby is getting

enough milk?

Trust your child. If the baby cries for

more feeds, then give them extra. If

your baby stops sucking or falls asleep

at the breast, it is a sign that they are

full.

Some newborns finish in five minutes

while others may take up to 20 minutes

or more on one or both breasts while

older babies may take five to 10

minutes on each breast.

But, check your baby constantly. Is

there weight loss? Is the urine dark

coloured? Are there fewer than six wet

diapers daily?

This would indicate that your baby isn’t

getting enough breast milk or formula.

You should start increasing either the

amount of milk per feed or increase the

number of feeds per day.

But, don’t worry. Often, there is a

growth spurt around 2 to 3 weeks,

6 weeks and 3 months where you may

need to feed your baby more often.

This is called cluster feeding and it tells

your body to produce more milk for

your growing baby.

Feeding tip

Till about six months it is advisable to

stick to breast milk or formula. Your

baby’s digestive tract is still developing,

so it is safer to stick to liquids and stay

away from any form of solid food.

4 to 6 months

Most babies are ready to start on solid

food between the ages of 4 and 6

months as a complement to breast

feeding or formula feeding. But how

would you know if your child is ready?

You don’t want to rush into this phase.

Watch out for some simple signs of

readiness.

• There is a significant weight gain

(generally double the birth weight).

On average, Asian babies weigh

about 3.26 kilograms (7.2 lb)

• Can stay in a sitting position

• Can hold their head steady

• Can coordinate their eyes, hands

and mouth so they can look at the

food, pick it up and put it in their

mouths

• Swallow food rather than spit it

back

• Can close their mouth around

a spoon

• Can move food from the front

to the back of their mouth

What to feed

• Breast milk or formula

• Pureed vegetables (peas, spinach)

• Pureed fruits (apple, banana,

papaya)

• Pureed meat (chicken, pork, beef)

• Semi-liquid, iron-fortified cereal

made with oats or barley

• Small amounts of unsweetened

yogurt (no cow's milk until age 1)

How much per day

• Breastfeeding or formula: 4 to 6

feedings (breastfeeding, or 4- to

6-ounce bottles)

• When starting solids, begin with

a very small amount of a singleingredient

pureed food (about 1 to 2

teaspoons).

• Gradually increase to 1 to 2

tablespoons. If you're giving cereal,

mix it with breast milk or formula so

the consistency isn't too thick.

Vegetarian diet

• Pureed home-made tofu

• Pureed paneer (Indian cottage

cheese)

If the baby does not want to eat certain

types of food, don’t force them. Picky

eaters need more time, so you can mix

and match foods and see which one

the baby likes. A small scoop of yogurt

to the pureed tofu changes the taste

and the baby might take to it. There are

no hard and fast rules here. Just try out

various foods and make your choices.

Source: www.nhs.uk

6 to 8 months

Signs of readiness for solid food

• Same as 4 to 6 months

What to feed

• Breast milk or formula, plus

• Pureed or strained fruits (banana,

pear, apple, avocado)

• Pureed or strained vegetables


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(well-cooked carrots, spinach,

sweet potato)

• Pureed or mashed meat

(chicken, fish)

• Pureed or mashed tofu

• Small amounts of pureed or soft

pasteurized cheese, cottage cheese,

or unsweetened yogurt (no cow's

milk until age 1)

• Pureed or mashed legumes (black

beans, chickpeas, edamame, fava

beans, black-eyed peas, lentils,

kidney beans)

• Iron-fortified cereal (oats, barley);

small pieces of bread and crackers

How much per day



8-ounce bottles)

• 2 to 3 tablespoons fruit, gradually

increasing to 4 to 8 tablespoons

• 2 to 3 tablespoons vegetables,

gradually increasing to 4 to 8

tablespoons

• 1 to 2 tablespoons grain products,

gradually increasing to 2 to 4

tablespoons

• 1 to 2 tablespoons protein-rich

foods, gradually increasing

to 2 to 4 tablespoons

Feeding tips

• You can start adding a variety of

foods as your baby gets comfortable

with eating. You can increase the

frequency of meals. By 8 months, it

is normal for your baby to be eating

one to two meals a day.

• Start with a teaspoon or two

whenever you introduce a new food.

Give your baby time to get used to

the new flavours and textures.

Again, if they show signs of dislike,

don’t force feed your baby. Try mixing

and matching flavours.

8 to 12 months

Signs of readiness for solid

and soft finger foods

• Same as 6 to 8 months

• Picks up objects with thumb and

forefinger. This is the pincer grasp.

• Can transfer items from one hand to

the other

• Moves jaw in a chewing motion

• Swallows food more easily

• No longer pushes food out

of mouth with tongue

• Tries to use a spoon

What to feed

• Breast milk or formula, plus

• Soft pasteurized cheese, cottage

cheese, and unsweetened yogurt

• Bite-size, soft-cooked vegetables

(carrot, spinach, potato, sweet

potato)

• Fruit mashed or cut into soft cubes

or strips (bananas, peaches, pears,

avocados, papaya)

• Finger foods (O-shaped cereal, small

bits of scrambled eggs, well-cooked

pieces of potato, well-cooked spiral

pasta, teething crackers, wellcooked

rice)

• Protein-rich foods (small bits

of meat, poultry, boneless fish,

tofu, and well-cooked beans, like

lentils, split peas, chick peas, or

black beans)

• Iron-fortified cereal and other grains

(barley, wheat, oats, mixed cereals)

How much per day



8-ounce bottles)

• 1/2 to 3/4 cup fruit

• 1/2 to 3/4 cup vegetables

• 1/4 to 1/2 cup grain products

• 1/4 to 1/2 cup protein-rich foods

Feeding tips

• By 8 months or so, babies often

have three meals, and you may start

adding snacks.

• Continue to offer a wide variety

of fruits, vegetables, grains, and

protein-rich foods. As your baby's

eating skills improve, gradually

introduce more textures and soft

finger foods.

• It is fine to serve your baby what

the rest of the family is eating – just

watch out for added sugars, which

are not recommended for children

under 2. Check the Nutrition Facts

label on packaged foods and try to

steer clear of foods that list 1 gram

or more of ‘Added Sugars.’

1 year and above

By 1 year, most babies are ready to

eat family foods. But, ensure that

the complementary foods that you

give your baby contain the required

nutrients like protein, fats, calcium,

iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. You

can refer to the Malaysian Food

Guide Pyramid.

Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk and

dairy products should be given in

the correct portions throughout the

week so your baby gets the required

nutrients. These foods are the main

sources of iron and zinc.

Continue with milk and milk products

which are rich sources of calcium and

provide other essential nutrients.

At 12 months, your baby can sit

with the rest of the family and share

family foods!

Each child is unique and will develop

at their own pace. The guidelines

given will help new parents chart the

feeding and nutritional needs of your

baby. With each month, you will notice

your child developing different needs.

Provide the necessary nutrition for your

baby and enjoy their developmental

milestones.

It is not easy being a first-time parent

but it is a rewarding and satisfying

experience. Learning what to give your

baby, how to feed them, when to give

them food, and why they cry or spit

out food are all part of the learning

curve for both parent and child.

Theory helps but nothing can beat the

sheer knowledge gained by being a

hands-on parent.

Happy Parenting!


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Choosing The Best

High Chair:

Practical Tips

For Parents

If you’re looking to buy a high chair for your little one, prepare to be

absolutely spoilt for choice. Options are aplenty, what with physical as well

as e-stores offering a dizzying array fitted with all sorts of bells and whistles,

quickly landing you in a state of ‘analysis paralysis’.

Let us help you cut through the clutter. Here’s a quick lowdown on the types of

high chairs in the market and what you need to look for when purchasing one.


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For every parent, the journey of their

child’s growth – from the time they

take their first independent breaths to

their first steps – make for some of the

fondest, most endearing memories that

will last a lifetime. And you wish you

could freeze every single moment, don’t

you – especially when the munchkin

begins forming words, blurting out

the cutest tirade of baby babble ever.

Family mealtimes will never be the same

again as they learn to communicate and

connect with family members.

Which is why high chairs can be an

important tool, particularly when

babies acquire a taste for solid foods

like porridge and purees. Offering a

world of convenience for both mommy

and baby, a high chair really does help

make family mealtimes a precious,

pleasing experience for everyone.

For those eyeing one, your options are

aplenty, what with physical as well as

e-stores offering a dizzying array of

high chairs fitted with various features,

discounts and extras smothering you

down a quicksand of ‘analysis paralysis’.

So how do you pick the most suitable

one for your baby? Due diligence is

necessary, of course, so here’s a quick

lowdown on the types of high chairs in

the market and what you need to look

out for when purchasing one.

Zero In On The Type

Though there exists a mind-boggling

number of high chair models out there

varying in style and design, they can

essentially be split into five categories:

traditional, multipurpose/modular,

grow-with-me, travel and hook-on.

And the best ones, regardless of type,

provide sufficient support for your

baby, are easy to clean and lets you get

your baby in and out with complete

ease. They’re also sturdy enough to

withstand wear-and-tear.

Traditional High Chair

Also referred to as a standard or

classic high chair, these are pretty

basic – simple in design, typically on

the bulky side, largely made for home

use and can’t be folded for travel.

Traditional high chairs are best suited

for families on a budget or parents

who simply prefer the basics without

the fancy frills. These days, however,

high-end models can be found

featuring sleek aesthetics and styling

using quality fabric.


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Multipurpose/Modular High Chair

These feature a seat unit that comes

with a tray and base; the seat can

be taken off the chair frame and

transformed into a booster seat by

fitting it into a standard-size dining

chair. As your baby continues to grow,

you could remove the booster tray and

adjust the seat base closer to enable

the little one to enjoy mealtime right at

the dining table.

Grow-With-Me High Chairs

As the name clearly suggests, growwith-me

high chairs are made to

accommodate the different development

stages of your child. Primarily made

of wood, these can be converted into

chairs for toddlers, some even lasting

into adolescence and young adulthood.

Thanks to its wooden construction, it

could easily pass off as another piece

of furniture, a characteristic that most

parents find appealing.

Travel High Chairs

If you are always on the move with the

little one, or enjoy dining out regularly

with the family, then the travel high

chair is the perfect option – particularly

handy at establishments that don’t

necessarily have child-friendly seating

as it fits snugly over the back of any

regular-size chair, complete with a

safety harness. Usually constructed of

fabric, they are lightweight and can be

effortlessly folded down to a fairly small

size, making it super portable and easy

to travel with.

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The safety of your

child is paramount, so

ensure the high chair is

equipped with a safetyrestraint

system with a

five-point harness and

a crotch post so baby is

strapped in securely and

is unable to stand up or

wiggle out.

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Hook-On High Chairs

If you’re concerned about high chairs

taking up space in your home, the

hook-on high chair is for you. Like the

travel high chair, hook-ons are also

portable. Essentially a seat (rather than

a chair) they are legless, and come

with soft-grip arms and clamps so you

can hook it to the dining table – be it

at home, restaurant or visiting family.

These are, however, only suitable for

smaller babies as hook-ons don’t have

legs to support upper weight range.

What To Look For

With a smorgasbord of high chair

models available out there, getting

utterly lost in the clutter is easy.

Here are some essential tips to help

you rise above the confusion and

make well-informed decisions before

making that purchase.

Safety First

The safety of your child is paramount,

so ensure the high chair is equipped

with a safety-restraint system with a

five-point harness and a crotch post

so baby is strapped in securely and is

unable to stand up or wiggle out. Also,

go for the ones with lockable wheels,

and inspect the high chair’s overall

weight and sturdiness; those with wide

bases are naturally more stable and

won't easily topple.

Upright Seating

If your baby isn’t perfectly comfy in

the high chair, chances are he or she

is going to be fidgeting a lot to find

the best angle for optimum comfort,

or they might try to skip the meal

altogether and leave the chair. The key

is upright seating, meaning a 90-degree

angle at the hips, knees and ankles.

Footrest

Hardly anyone prefers eating while

seated on a stool with their feet

dangling below, let alone babies; plus

eating this way is not ideal for your

baby’s core support and stability. Foot

support is necessary as it provides

babies with the most stable sitting

position, keeping them from pulling

their legs up into the seat with them to

feel at ease, thus getting them focused

during mealtimes.

Removable & Adjustable Tray

A tray that can be adjusted in

height helps babies rest their elbows

comfortably while eating as this

enables optimal range of motion. A

removable tray is also very handy when

you want your baby joining you at the

dinner table for a meal, plus it makes

cleaning a whole lot easier.

Ease of Cleaning

Babies aren’t exactly the tidiest eaters.

Food often tend to end up on every

other surface but their mouth, which


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can be frustrating for parents. So when

choosing a high chair, make sure it is

easy to wipe down and clean, including

nooks and crannies that trap food

particles, dirt and germs.

Baby In, Baby Out

Getting your baby in and out of a high

chair with confident ease – and safely

– should be a key consideration when

making a purchase. After all, what

good is a high chair that only adds

stress, instead of making life easier for

parents. It’s best to bring your child

with you to the store when checking

out high chairs so you can test it out

for yourself.

Space

Homes aren’t created equal, and

that includes the size of kitchens.

So if your dining area is part of your

modest-size kitchen, then you’d be

wise to choose a high chair that

doesn’t take up too much space as

you will want the convenience of

maneuvering the high chair easily

with baby in it during mealtimes.

High Chair Safety

Top 7 Tips

1. Always make sure your child is supervised while seated in the

high chair as their animated movements might cause the chair

to topple. So keep an eye on baby at all times.

2. Babies and toddlers are born explorers, which means

they’re ready to wiggle out of the high chair at a drop of a

hat, so ensure they’re buckled up and strapped in snugly

and securely.

3. Wheels or rollers enable high chairs to be moved around

easily. But make sure they’re locked before you slide your

baby in. Locked wheels also keep baby from wandering off

solo when you’re not looking.

4. Maintain a safe distance between the high chair and the

dining table. This prevents unexpected falls should the baby

stretch their legs and kick or push (as babies often do).

5. Never overlook the overall weight and sturdiness of a high

chair. Those with wide bases provide more stability and won’t

tip over easily. This is an especially important tip if you have

a bouncy, high-energy child.

6. For those who opt for the hook-on high chair, do ensure your

dining table is sturdy enough to support baby’s weight.

7. Clean and disinfect the high chair frequently (preferably

after each meal or use) to keep your little one from getting sick.


BT Buzz

Daily Coffee Lowers Risk of

Early Death

A few cups of coffee a day keep early death away! According to

a recent study published in Annals of Internal Medicine, people

who drink moderate amounts of coffee (about 1.5 to 3.5 cups a

day) are less likely to wind up early on their deathbed. This goes

for both black coffee and coffee sweetened with sugar, said the

May-published study which involved 172,000 adults without any

history of heart disease or cancer for an average of seven years;

all participants were from the UK Biobank with extensive medical

details including diet and lifestyle.

“People who regularly drank black coffee were 16 to 21 percent

less likely to die during the study period. Meanwhile, coffee

drinkers who added about a teaspoon of sugar had 29 to 31

percent lower odds of premature death,” quoted the study. Many previous studies have indeed found that coffee lowers the risk

of early death, however, they did not distinguish between black coffee and coffee with added sugar. Though the study was not

designed to show how coffee might directly help prevent disease or help people live longer, it concluded that coffee in moderation

is safe.

Coffee has been linked with many benefits such as improved memory and mood, increased fat burning, and a lower risk of

diabetes and certain neurogenerative diseases. At the same time, it has also been confined to not more than four cups a day;

anything above the average intake is tied to health problems, including difficulty sleeping, headaches, rapid heartbeats and muscle

tremors.

Researchers concluded that most coffee drinkers don’t need to eliminate the beverage from their diet but to be mindful about

high-calorie specialty coffees.

Source: The Guardian

Workouts Boost Immune Response

to Flu Shots

A new study conducted across Australia and the United

Kingdom shows that workouts before and after a flu vaccination

help to boost a person’s immune response, and these benefits

are particularly noticeable in older adults. However, experts warn

against physical activity when one is feeling sick.

The study reported that workouts increase a person’s immune

response after they get a flu shot but it seems to be more

pronounced among those who already regularly exercise or

exercise “acutely”.

Researchers measured the antibody response before vaccination,

immediately after vaccination, and at 4 to 6 weeks after

vaccination, the time for peak antibody growth. The data

examined from 550 participants clearly showed higher

antibodies in the acute-exercised participants compared to rested controls and physically active compared to inactive.

The periods of workouts were between 15 and 50 minutes and most participants were monitored immediately before

vaccination and immediately after. Three potential moderators were included in the model: sex, body mass index (BMI) and age.

“Improved response with [physical activity] is more consistently identified among older populations. This suggests the young

have the ability to respond well to vaccination regardless of sufficient (physical activity),” said the study authors.

They concluded that they found some benefit from either acute workouts or physical activity on antibodies but there was no

added benefit of acute exercise to inactive participants.

Source: Healthline

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