How To DIY Your Own Confinement
I previously wrote on why it might be worth getting a confinement nanny, especially if you’re a first-time mother, but if you’re unable to spare $2,800+ to get such help,…
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Make Your Life Easier During Chinese New Year
Happy Chinese New Year! This year was our first time visiting so many houses with a baby in tow, and wow it was indeed more challenging than it looks! Because…
Pregnancy & Parenting Posts
During Pregnancy What To Do In Your First TrimesterCongratulations! You’ve just discovered you’re pregnant, and you’re completely lost on what to do. Most gynaes won’t see you until you’re at…
Prenatal and Postnatal Massages : Are they worth it? My review and weight loss with Post Natal Massage Singapore
I never believed in how essential prenatal and postnatal massages were until I encountered them myself. Here’s why, and my Post Natal Massage Singapore review of their services for both…
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…
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…