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Towels for postnatal massage

Did anyone use disposable towels for postnatal massage? If so, which brand did you get? Am afraid won’t have towels turnaround in time for daily massage?

The towel turnaround concern is real, daily massages do mean a lot of laundry, so disposable ones are a practical workaround worth considering. Some mums I know went with disposable bath towels from confinement supply shops, and they said the key is to get ones that are soft enough not to irritate sensitive postpartum skin, the thicker, more textured ones can feel rough during massage. That said, a few mums preferred to just prep five or six regular towels and rotate them, since disposables can add up in cost over a 28-day confinement. My friend used AllTenTic for her postnatal massage and mentioned they actually guided her on what to prepare beforehand, so it might be worth checking with your massage provider directly, some of them have specific recommendations or even supply the towels themselves. On balance, disposables give you peace of mind on hygiene and logistics, but if budget is a consideration, a good rotation of regular towels works just as well.

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Trying to wean off diclectin

I’m currently week 17 day 6 today. Ive been on diclectin 1 pill everyday since my Week 8. I tried to wean off 3x after I passed the week 13 mark, but the next day it seems to come back with a vengeance with nausea and vomiting at the end of the day. I’m feeling afraid of self weaning as I have to work and wonder if anyone has any tips for weaning off Diclectin? #firstmom #pleasehelp I think I’m also a little psychologically affected if I take my diclectin later on some days. I’ll feel the sourish taste in my mouth from thickened saliva.

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Hi mum, I totally get the fear because once the nausea comes back it really affects work and daily life. I remember some mums saying they tried reducing too fast and ended up feeling terrible again, so maybe don’t rush yourself to stop just because you passed a certain week. If every time you cut down the symptoms come back badly, maybe check with your gynae first and ask if there’s a slower way to taper because every pregnancy really behaves differently.

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Gynae recommendations: Dr Wendy Teo or Dr Choo Wan Ling?

Hi mummies, seeking for reviews for this 2 gynaes: Dr Wendy Teo and Dr Choo Wan Ling. I wanted to go straight for Dr Choo Wan Ling initially but her schedule was so full so I went to Dr Wendy to confirm my pregnancy and my next visit I went to Dr Choo. Now I’m torn between choosing 1 of them. Dr Wendy Teo is very motherly and gentle natured, the staff at the clinic not so friendly and just focused on doing their own stuff. Dr Choo Wan Ling is very professional and seems experienced, her staff are friendly and empathetic. Both are located at Mount E Novena Specialist Centre and the waiting time for both are generally equally long. Could I hear some experience from mummies out there so that I can make a decision? Thank you 🙏🏻 #advicepls #Needadvice #gynaerecommendation

It is so hard to choose when both seem good in their own ways, and I think many of us have been in that same position of feeling torn between two doctors we liked. A friend of mine saw Dr Choo Wan Ling for her second pregnancy and she said she always felt very well taken care of, especially because the staff were so warm and helpful during the more anxious appointments lah. Since you mentioned the staff experience matters to you, that might be worth weighing quite heavily, because you will be seeing them just as often as the gynae herself throughout your whole pregnancy journey.

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VBA2C in Singapore

Is there any gynae that will do a VBA2C in Singapore?

Finding a gynae willing to support a VBA2C in Singapore can feel really overwhelming, and you are definitely not alone in searching for this. I would suggest reaching out directly to the obstetrics teams at KKH or NUH, as they tend to have more specialist resources and may be better placed to discuss your individual history and risk profile. It is also worth asking in some of the local birth support groups on Facebook, as other mums who have gone through similar journeys sometimes share which private gynaes have been more open to these conversations. Sending you lots of encouragement as you navigate this, and I hope you find the right support soon lah.

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Pre-natal massage

Hi mummies, any places to recommend for pre natal massage that doesn’t hard sell their packages? TIA! (Looking for non-housecall)

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Hi mum, I feel you on the hard sell part, it can be so uncomfortable when you just want a relaxing session. Maybe you can try looking at established spa chains or maternity-focused wellness places in malls, because they usually have more transparent pricing and less pressure to commit to packages. If possible, I would also call and ask upfront whether they do single sessions only and how they handle package sales, just to filter out the pushy ones before you even go down.

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Bontle Wilson mine Mara #firstbaby

Hi my friend

Oh congratulations to your friend Bontle on her first baby, that is such a precious and exciting time for her! Please send her a big warm welcome to the community leh, she is in the right place to ask questions and get support from other mums who have been through it all. We are all here for her whenever she needs advice or just someone to talk to.

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The History of Whoo Skincare

Hi everyone! Im currently using The History of Whoo products for my daily skincare. Any recommendation on whether i’ll need to change while pregnant? #firsttimemom #advicepls

Hi mama, congratulations on your first pregnancy! A few of us mum friends have actually talked about this before since History of Whoo is such a popular brand here. The main thing to watch out for is retinoids (Vitamin A derivatives), if any of the products you're using contain those, it's generally advised to pause them during pregnancy, and some of the anti-ageing lines like the Cheongidan or Bichup concentrate could potentially have ingredients worth double-checking. One of my mum friends swears by sticking to gentler, hydrating steps during pregnancy and looking out for safer alternatives like peptides or bakuchiol if you still want some anti-ageing benefit without the worry. Honestly the safest move is still to bring your actual product list to your gynae or a pharmacist and go through the ingredient labels together, since History of Whoo products can vary quite a bit across their different lines. Better to be sure than sorry, especially in the first trimester!

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Looking for recommendation for ob-gyn, wife is 7weeks pregnant and we are thinking of private.

Looking for recommendation for ob-gyn, wife is 7 weeks pregnant and we are thinking of private. Preferably female and prefer the clinic to locate around Sengkang / Punggol / Tampines. #firstbaby #firsttimemom

Congrats to you and your wife on the first baby, exciting times! A few of us in the East have gone through this, and two names that keep coming up are Dr. Liana at Trinity Medical Clinic in Punggol (she's from Thomson Medical background, so quite experienced) and Dr. Manisha Mathur at KKH, who one of my mum friends swears by for her warm and reassuring approach, especially for first-time mums. If you're open to Tampines side, there's also mention of a Dr. Ganesh in that area, though I'd double-check if she's still taking new patients. Generally the feedback on Dr. Liana is quite positive for the Sengkang/Punggol crowd since the location is really convenient, worth calling ahead to ask about their package pricing too, as private can vary quite a bit!

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KKH gynae recommendation

This is my 1st pregnancy. Currently under KKH subsidized route. However im planning to change to private gynae by 3rd trim. Can any mummies recommend me a good female gynae (from your experience) and roughly their consultation rate.

A few of us in my mum group have had good experiences with Dr Hazel Quek at KKH, her consultation is around $150 per visit, which is quite reasonable for private, and the feedback has generally been positive. Dr Manisha is another name that came up, and she's known to be caring even though her schedule can get quite packed, so appointments may take a while. One of my mum friends also mentioned Dr Kannika Chaudhuri as a well-regarded female doctor if you're looking for an Indian lady gynae specifically. Switching after your first trimester is actually a smart move since you'd have already done most of the subsidised scans and tests by then, so you save quite a bit that way!

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PEM confinement nanny recommended?

I understand sometimes it’s a luck thing.. but can also top up for one that’s recommended apparently. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!!

A friend of mine had Jin Jie (金姐) from PEM and said she was really experienced and professional, worth requesting her specifically if she's available. Some mums have had great experiences with PEM nannies being patient with breastfeeding support, though a few did mention newborn sleep training can be hit or miss depending on the nanny. The top-up for a recommended nanny is usually worth it just for the peace of mind!

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