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Soy Milk Formula Singapore 2023

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Soy formulas are made with soy, it means they contain soy protein. These formulae are marketed to people with lactose intolerance and galactosemia, both of which are uncommon in babies. In soy formula, the term “soy protein isolate” may appear on the ingredient list. These are the standard formulations, which include full-size soy proteins. Is Soy Milk Formula Good for Babies? Soy formula is likely safe for most healthy babies. It's a great choice for vegan families. However, best to consult a doctor, especially if your baby has medical condition. Soy Milk Pros & Cons 1. Soy for Lactose Intolerance   For babies with lactose sensitivity, soy formulas are frequently advised. Lactose intolerance happens when your baby is unable to digest naturally occurring sugars in cow’s milk that might cause extreme irritability and gastrointestinal side effects such as diarrhea. 2. Nutrients in Soy Milk   Soy milk is fortified with some of the same micronutrients found in cow's milk - suc

Mount Elizabeth and Mount Elizabeth Novena Gynae Reviews 2023

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If you are looking for a recommended gynae in Mount Elizabeth (Orchard) and Mount Elizabeth Novena Singapore, you've come to the right place. We have gone through some of the mother and baby forums and I would expect that you would have probably done the same. It is clear that the information is all over the place and it's difficult to really decide on who is the best gynaecologist for you after reading all those forums. You will only need to choose one.  Therefore, we have compiled and summarised the information below so that it will help you with your decision making. 1. Dr Dolly Wee - Dolly Wee Clinic and Surgery for Women Dr Dolly Wee Review: - Recommend Dr Dolly Wee from Mount Elizabeth. Very experienced and patient, and has a sense of homour.- She delivers at Mount Alvernia as well. Ref:  SingaporeMotherhood Languages: English, Mandarin Chinese, Bahasa Melayu, Hokkien Dialect, Teochew Dialect, Foochow Dialect Clinic: Dolly Wee Clinic and Surgery for Women, #04-08 Mount El

Best Gynaes for Natural Birth in Singapore 2023

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If you are looking for the best gynae for natural birth in Singapore, you've probably asked around and done your online research. In this post, we have compiled a list of gynaes and medical centres in Singapore.  If you’re pregnant and trying to decide which option is best for you — a natural birth (aka vaginal delivery) or cesarean delivery, which is also known as a C-section or cesarean section — there are some key differences to consider, as well as questions you should ask your doctor. For the sake of this article, a “natural birth” is considered a vaginal delivery, which could be with or without pain medication or other medical intervention. Typically, vaginal births result in shorter hospital stays, lower injection rates, and quicker recovery times. Some women will deliver a baby with no medical interventions, while others may require or request some form of intervention. These may include: pitocin to induce labor an episiotomy (a surgical incision) to allow the baby’s head t

Best Gynae for C-section in Singapore 2023

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If you are looking for the best gynae for C-section in Singapore, you've probably asked around and done your online research. In this post, we have compiled a list of gynaes and medical centres in Singapore. Since C-sections can only be done by centres with an operation theatre, we have listed only gynaes who are practicing in a hospital or has admission rights in hospital/s. A C-section refers to the surgical delivery of your baby. If you need to have a C-section, your doctor will make a low horizontal incision in your abdomen and uterus to deliver your baby. To numb your lower body, you’ll be given either: A spinal block, which is injected into the sac surrounding your spinal cord An epidural, which is injected into your lower back, or General anaesthetic to put you into a painless sleep After a C-section, you’ll probably need to stay in the hospital for around 3 days to recover. Then you’ll probably need a couple of weeks at home to rest. Before you finalise your decision, it