2018 Reflections – $50k Saved, Net Worth, Investments, and the way forward
2018 was the year my life changed forever, as I got pregnant and gave birth to my firstborn within this year. Hello baby Nate! Once you have a life you’re…
What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag (my list on hindsight)
This post is long overdue, as many (fellow expecting) readers have asked me what I packed in my hospital bag for delivery. However, I wanted to wait till I was…
Are Confinement Nannies Necessary? Should I Hire a Confinement Nanny or DIY?
Ever had a job where you had absolutely no experience, no training, other people’s lives were at stake, and you weren’t allowed to quit? That’s parenting, when you have your…
My Miles Hacking Strategy + Miles Credit Cards
Wanna know how to get FREE flights? You heard me right. No, this isn’t a gimmick, and it is no scam. The method is simple: redeem free flights using the…
Actual Hospital Bill for Pregnancy Delivery in Singapore
As a follow-up to my previous post where I estimated the bill sizes for delivery in various hospitals in Singapore, before deciding to go with Thomson Medical Centre given their…
A Comprehensive Guide to Government Grants for Newborns and Babies
There’s a wide range of benefits available to parents if you’re having your baby in Singapore. I came to learn of all these cash grants and freebies when I was…
Which Hospital Should I Deliver In? (KKH vs TMC. vs MAH)
Public vs. Private?We took a total of 8 months before deciding on which hospital to deliver in, because being Budget Babe, I wanted to really review and evaluate my options…
Pregnant? Here’s how much money you may need to prepare from pregnancy to delivery and your baby’s first year
Needless to say, being pregnant in Singapore isn’t a cheap affair. There are many costs to think about, and the bills can easily add up, leading to stress over a…
Review of MoneyOwl – Singapore’s first bionic financial adviser combining AI and human insights
Image credits How many times have you sought advice from a “financial advisor” (i.e. mostly a glorified term for an insurance salesperson), only to be left sorely disappointed when they…
Review: Thomson Medical Childbirth Education Course
It was hilarious how my husband bugged me to find him a class that would teach him about childbirth and how to handle a newborn, because at 33 weeks pregnant,…