Baby Talk Magazine - September 2023

In this issue

Show of hands from all you new moms out there who feel like they’re getting knocked out of their tracks due to uncontrollable mood swings? Not much fun, is it? Firstly, take it from us: do not take it out on yourself, or on your family! What you are feeling is completely normal, and should subside soon enough. Having said that, do check out our writeup on the topic in this issue, titled Why New Moms Should Not Ignore Erratic Mood Swings, just to make sure that it is indeed a harmless case of baby blues that you are experiencing, and nothing more severe which may need some expert attention. Just remember, you are not alone, and you need not face it alone… As for nursing moms reading this, take heart that no challenge in breastfeeding cannot be overcome with some help and advice. And well, you’re in luck, for in this issue, you’ll also find some golden advice on breastfeeding from experts Dr Teh Mei Sze, Consultant Breast Surgeon (Oncoplastic); and Ms Lim Lay Lee, Nurse Manager, Lactation Councellor, from SJMC.
BabyTalk, as you may already know, features topics on pregnancy, postnatal care as well as topics on babies and young children. Other than the aforementioned articles, this month’s issue carries some interesting and helpful reads such as The ABCs of HFMD (Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease); Let’s Keep an Eye on our Children’s Sight as well as Picking the Right Enrichment Programme to Suit your Child’s Unique Needs and Talents.
These and more were put together just for you, our beloved readers, and we hope you’ll find something in here that will be of help to you in your journey as parents or parents-to-be.