When the baby finally arrives, most people expect joy, excitement, and happy tears. But for many new mothers, the emotions that follow birth can be far more complicated. If you’ve felt overwhelmed, numb, irritable or even unlike yourself in the weeks or months after giving birth—you’re not alone. You could be experiencing something called postnatal depression (PND).

Breastfeeding is often called “liquid gold” – and for good reason. Mother’s milk is a complete, living food tailored for a baby’s needs, offering unparalleled nutrition, immunity, and love all at once. In Malaysia, breastfeeding is more than a personal choice; it’s a cherished tradition and a public health priority.

So you just popped out a whole human, your uterus is doing the cha-cha back to size, your boobs are leaking like faulty paip Jabatan Air Sabah, and you’re bleeding more than a horror movie finale. But wait — here comes aunty, uncle, and their three uninvited children to "tengok baby."

In Malaysia’s cities and towns, expectant mothers can usually rely on regular clinics and hospitals. But in remote regions like interior Sabah, Sarawak and Kelantan, pregnancy and delivery can be a struggle against geography, poverty and understaffed clinics. 

Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference – not an illness or a punishment.  It affects how a child’s brain learns to communicate, socialize and behave.  Contrary to myths, autism is not contagious and not caused by bad parenting, evil eye or “spritual factors”. 

Research shows that play between fathers and children often looks different than mother–child play, and these differences bring unique developmental gains. 

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) – sometimes called “cot death” – refers to the sudden, unexplained passing of an apparently healthy infant under one year old, usually during sleep.

In multicultural Malaysia, traditional pregnancy and postpartum practices are deeply influenced by the concepts of “hot” and “cold” foods in each major ethnic community – Malay, Chinese, and Indian.

Early childhood is widely recognized as a critical time for brain and social development. 

Playing outdoors allows children to use their whole bodies and all their senses. The rustle of leaves, the texture of tree bark, the scent of fresh air — these seemingly small things spark curiosity, confidence, and creativity. A trip to the playground isn't just a break; it’s a vital opportunity for learning through movement, imagination, and interaction.

Screens are supposed to be tools — not pacifiers with WiFi and hypnotic nursery rhymes.

Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it often comes with questions — especially about your baby’s health. The good news? A healthy pregnancy and good prenatal care can reduce many risks. But it’s also true that some childhood disabilities are influenced by things completely outside any parent’s control.

Your baby hits 6 months and suddenly everyone’s asking, “Dah start makan?” Welcome to the messy battlefield that is starting solids. Whether you’re team “Here comes the airplane” or team “Eat it yourself, baby,” one thing’s for sure: your floors will never forgive you.

Let’s get one thing straight: your baby isn’t a mini MasterChef contestant.They’re not out here craving nasi lemak with extra sambal or comparing rendang recipes. They literally just learned what a spoon is.

You’ve slaved over a lovingly homemade chicken porridge, chopped everything into Pinterest-worthy micro-pieces, sang two renditions of “Baby Shark” just to get your toddler in the high chair… …and they look at your efforts and say: “I don’t like it.” They haven’t even sniffed it. They just know. Welcome to the picky eater chapter of parenting — where toast is gourmet, and green things are the enemy.

Picture this: your toddler is building a tower of blocks while narrating a dramatic dinosaur invasion. It looks like pure chaos — but under that messy pile of plastic bricks is a brain firing off thousands of learning connections per second. That’s play. And it’s not just fun — it’s foundational.

In a multicultural country like Malaysia, being bilingual is a superpower — and many children grow up speaking both Bahasa Malaysia and English from an early age. But what if your child leans heavily into one language? Or mixes both in a single sentence? Or freezes when asked to “say that in BM”? Don’t panic — bilingual development isn’t linear, and language mixing is normal (yes, even if your mother-in-law insists otherwise).

By now, most parents have heard the advice: “Limit screen time.” But here’s the truth: the screen isn’t always the enemy. What really matters is what the screen replaces — the real, rich experiences young children need to grow.

Preschool teachers spend their days with messy, magical little humans — teaching them letters, life skills, and how to line up without tears. But behind those smiles and storytimes are a few things they wish every parent understood.

Many parents ask, “When should I start reading to my baby?” Our answer is simple: Start now — even if your baby is only days old.