#nojudgementzone From the get go, I was dead set on not having a confinement nanny because I didn’t like the idea of following a random stranger’s instructions while living under my roof rent free. Mummies do what works for you. Admittedly the first two weeks were tough as first time paren

Breastmilk has typically been deemed a “free” resource compared to formula milk. But the true cost tells a very different story and it is truly eye opening. 1. Value of Time. Breastfeeding is a full-time commitment, especially in the early months when baby feeds every few hours around the clock

As a FTM, my priorities evolved and I was no longer a DINK on my travel escapades. Life took a 360 degrees turn and yet I did not mind one bit. Birthing my son was transformative. Never would I have thought that I would be so willing to bear it all for this little human being. It was a love so

As a first time mom, I was ready to swaddle my newborn through and through but.. he didn’t take to it very well. It was uncomfortable for him and we didn’t switch on the aircon as we preferred for our child to acclimatise to the environment at home instead of the hospital. This proved to be a w

Gynae proposed to induce labour during my last check at 39w+6 days. However, it was already in the afternoon and I wanted to prepare myself physically and mentally as I did not know how long I would be labouring for. The next day, I’d checked into hospital at 7:30am, upon ensuring that everythi

Dear Zesties! Religion aside, my partner and I attended a marriage prep course lasting 2 months. Though some couples may not find the need to attend, I felt that the sessions provided more clarity for the both of us and laid a healthy foundation BEFORE we get married. Some things I’ve learnt

Dear Zesties Having been 1 year married already and with the cost of weddings (and living) rising exponentially, here’s some tips which could help save you loads! 1️⃣ Be open minded - visit different venues and experiment with a variety of dates. If you’re not superstitious, you can be