Woman Told ‘Too Fat’ to Conceive
Penang-based businesswoman knew that undergoing fertility treatments would be an emotionally draining experience, so she braced herself and began journey with IUI. After a few unsuccessful attempts, the couple tried hCG hormone injections.
What to Expect as a 24 Year Old Mother
So here I am, winging it one day at a time, see you next trimester… by which I’ll know my baby’s gender. (And yes, I did try to guess it based on my skin’s condition if the mother’s skin becomes oilier, it means she’s having a boy)
The Stay-at-Home Mothering Roller Coaster
Being a SAHM is definitely not for everyone – and it is by no means the holy grail of motherhood; it is just one of the many iterations of how one can be a woman and parent and partner, in this day and age.
How to Stay Sane with your Preschooler
Take a deep breath and remember, your child is ecstatic to spend time with you at home! Try seeing these times at home as an opportunity rather than trouble.Stay safe, stay sane mama! It will soon pass (and you’ll miss that home time with the little one!).
When life turns out different: Hartini Sugianto
Even though they might not understand the challenges that she faces, their unconditional support is what has allowed her to find respite and the strength to continue on the path she has chosen to forge for herself and Hadi.
Looking back, she’s learned not to be stressed out when setbacks happen or when carefully laid plans go awry. Instead she chooses to live by her mantra of “Anything is possible, nothing is impossible.” Where she is today is testament to its truth.
My Mother, the Enigma
As I reflect on what kind of mother I want to be – now that I am one, and as I revel in my child’s early life experiences, I wonder how much of my mother’s shoes I’m standing in and how much I am on my own. And the conclusion that I reach is that no mother’s love will ever be perfect.