Birthclub: February 2023

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NUH Delivery A1

Hi! Can I ask if we need to make any downpayment for NUH delivery under class A1? If yes, how much did yall had to make payment first? Thanks.#firsttimemom #pleasehelp

Being a first-time mum is already so overwhelming, and having to figure out all the payment stuff on top of that is a lot to handle, so you are definitely not alone in feeling confused about this. I don't have the exact downpayment figures for NUH A1 off the top of my head since every hospital and package can differ, so I would really recommend calling NUH's billing department directly as they are usually quite helpful and can give you the accurate numbers based on your specific situation. You can also ask them about Medisave usage and any insurance offsets at the same time so you get the full picture before your delivery date.

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7weeks bb with phelgm

How to reduce phelgm for 7 weeks bb (mainly drinking formula)? Ixxit encourage to dilute formula milk? She will have split out during feeding and split out seems like its phlegm n milk #advicepls #pleasehelp #firsttimemom

Ah first time mum, hang in there, a few of us went through the exact same thing around the 7-week mark and it really can be quite worrying! The spit-up mixed with phlegm-looking mucus is actually pretty common at this age because baby's digestive system is still very underdeveloped, so some amount of it is considered normal. Please don't dilute the formula though, that can affect her nutrition and isn't recommended. What helped some mums I know is checking the feeding position (more upright), burping more frequently mid-feed, and making sure baby isn't gulping too fast which causes her to swallow air. That said, if the spit-up is very frequent, the quantity seems a lot, or you notice slow weight gain, it's really worth bringing her to the PD soon to rule out reflux or any formula sensitivity, better to get a professional to take a proper look!

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postpartum hemorrhage

Hello mummies. Anyone experience postpartum hemorrhage? I had postpartum hemorrhage and was given medicine via vaginal to let the clot/tissue out. Just wondering how long will postpartum hemorrhage bleeding last after the medicine inserted?

Oh dear, please don't wait on this one, postpartum hemorrhage is serious and you should call your doctor or go to A&E right away if you have any concerns about the bleeding. A few of my mum friends who went through something similar said they never tried to guess on their own, they always checked back with their gynae straight away because every case is different. Please take care of yourself and keep us updated, we are all here rooting for you.

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Coughing with phlegm

My 5 weeks old child is having cough w phlegm. Went to the doc and she said if cough persist in a week or theres fever, bring to hospital. Its been day 4 now and baby still coughing. Any home treatment remedies?

Oh, I really feel you on this, having a 5-week-old with cough and phlegm is so stressful, especially when you're just counting down the days and hoping it clears up soon. At that age, the main things that genuinely seem to help are using a cool-mist humidifier in the room (change the water daily so bacteria don't build up), and using saline nasal drops with a baby snot sucker to clear the mucus before sleep, a lot of mums say this alone makes a big difference for nighttime rest. My neighbour brought her newborn to the PD and was told the same thing, that keeping the air moist and the nasal passage clear is really the safest route for such a young baby since you really cannot give them much else at this age. Since your baby is only 5 weeks old and it is already day 4, I would not wait out the full week if you feel something is off, trust your instincts and loop back with your doctor sooner rather than later, especially if the cough sounds worse or feeding is affected.

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Hello mummy's out there , would need your help 😿 my baby is 2months 9days old now. Not sure whether is she having diarrhoea... Formula fed baby... 🍼

Diarrhoea?

Oh I really feel you on this, having a 2-month-old with loose stools is so worrying, especially when you are not sure what is normal yet! For formula-fed babies this young, the key thing is to keep feeding her as usual and make sure she stays well hydrated, most doctors say there is usually no need to switch formula unless the diarrhoea is really persistent, so just continue feeding but maybe offer smaller amounts a little more frequently. My friend brought her baby to the polyclinic with the actual soiled diaper in a bag, and the doctor was able to assess it on the spot, which she found really helpful, so that is a good option if you are concerned. At 2 months she is still so little, so do watch out for signs like fewer wet diapers, lethargy, or a sunken fontanelle, and please do check with your PD or polyclinic doctor soon just to be safe, as they will be the best ones to advise for your baby's specific situation.

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Hi mommies! I would like to ask if there are any supplements for my 2 y/o picky eater.. She ate all kinds of homemade foods that i cooked for her before i was pregnant with my 2nd baby and start being picky while i was in late 1st trimester till my 2nd is born :'( it's quite stressful for me as she only eats 4 foods now. any recommendations?#pickyeater

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I dont know supplements but fortified milk might help and various snacks in between? Sounds like a phase with adjusting for the new addition. Also toddlers drop calorie intake so understable when food intake drops. Regardless i hope u guys are doing better! ❤️

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Hi mummies im currently almost 16 weeks pregnant Im havign a very bad fever. Eating 4 panadols every 6 hours but it's not working. It has only been 20 hrs. Shld i stay home or go to the hospital?

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Umm fever usually something worse. i was hospitalised because of fever so do check it out ya

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MOE Kindergarten school fees

Hi mummies!! Can anyone roughly let me know how much is the total school fees + kcare for moe kindergarten? Both parents are working. Thanks in advance :)

👀 been eyeing on this too…

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Oscar test - NT 4.3mm

I did both NIPT and OSCAR. My NIPT results is low risk unfortunately OSCAR ultrasound indicates that my baby NT level is 4.3mm and the doc suggested for me to go for amniocentesis. May I know if anyone has similar experience to share? #pleasehelp #firstbaby #pregnancy

Any update? I'm facing the same exp..

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Anyone here experience giving birth as a premature baby ,my expected date is on October but due to my hypertension,I early give birth last august 23..hoping my bb will be okay soon she is on NICU untill now .. because she has an infection 😢😢😢

I gave birth at 38 weeks. My friend gave birth at 5 months+/6. yes the baby was hold off at NICU due to preterm. But now almost a year later her baby is thriving and healthy and looks like any other normal baby. dont worry too much. Its probably just a phase. You will soon retun home with you baby 💪👍😁

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