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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Labour

Childbirth trauma for fathers Published April 17, 2013 GMT +8

Dads suffer trauma when watching their partners in childbirth

Any mum will tell you that childbirth is difficult, but it seems that the process can be as stressful and horrific for dads as it is for mums. Read more about this new research!

Dr Ang Huai Yan Published April 16, 2013 GMT +8

Ask the Expert: Special on C-Sections

Pain relief, side effects and recovery.
We at theAsianparent.com thank you for your queries on C-Sections submitted in conjunction with Nestle’s Ask the Expert series.

nutrition in the first 1500 days Published April 5, 2013 GMT +8

Ask the Expert: C-sections and 1500 days of nutrition

Thank you for your question submissions regarding C-sections. In this segment, we would like to bring your thoughts to nutrition in the first 1500 days of your child’s life and why it is crucial for your child’s growth and development. Read on below.

Dr Ang Huai Yan Published March 15, 2013 GMT +8

Ask the expert about protecting your baby

Ask our expert Dr Ang Huai Yan, who will answer your queries on C-sections and other birthing options. Submit your questions in the form below.

shutterstock_116554591 Published March 15, 2013 GMT +8

What happens to your baby after delivery?

What happens after the cutting of the umbilical cord? If you have not taken a keen interest in finding out exactly what happens to your baby immediately after the birthing process, then the following points should give you some idea.

shutterstock_101285827 Published January 17, 2013 GMT +8

My induction story; the good, bad, and the ugly

If you are pregnant now or planning to get pregnant in the near future or just simply curious about medically induced labour, then this article is a must-read for you. Here is a true account of how an ordinary woman’s medically induced labour was like. Watch it play out, hour-by-hour.

shutterstock_118178956 Published January 11, 2013 GMT +8

14 ways in 14 days to jumpstart labour

Want to give birth to your baby as soon as possible? Check out this article by a mum who tried 14 ways to induce an early labour and her thoughts about the methods she used.

Stages of labour Published January 2, 2013 GMT +8

The stages of labour

Expectant mums, are you nervous yet excited about the birth of your child? We all wish you a safe and successful birth. Read on to know more about the different stages of labour so you will know what to expect.

Last minute checks for expecting mothers Published December 10, 2012 GMT +8

Last minute to-do’s before you are due

Are you 100% prepared for the arrival of your bundle of joy? Fret not, here’s a list for you to complete those last minute things before your life changes forever. Good luck!

Does sex encourage early labour? Published December 4, 2012 GMT +8

Can having sex induce labour?

We’ve all asked the age old question, “can sex induce labour?” Is it really a myth or reality? This new study delves into that widely regarded belief and answers our questions. Also, read more to find out what can help induce labour naturally.