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If you are looking for ways to manage your post-pregnancy hair loss in Singapore, you are in the right place. Image credit: Daily Mail Most women find that pregnancy makes their hair thicker. And it’s not the stress of having a newborn that’s making your hair fall out! Here’s what’s up with your pregnancy hair, what you can expect postpartum, and what you can do about it. How your hormones change during pregnancy and postpartum During pregnancy, your hormones change dramatically. One of the first to spike is human chorionic gonadotropin, or hCG. That’s the hormone your pregnancy test measured and its rising levels indicated that you were pregnant. Pregnancy also causes several other hormone levels to rise, including estrogen, progesterone, oxytocin, and prolactin. Your blood volume also rose during pregnancy, to as much as  50 percent  greater volume than normal by your due date. Immediately after your baby is born, several of your hormone levels drop quickly, ...

If you are looking for the best confinement nanny agency In Singapore, this post was written with you in mind. The ‘puerperium’ or the ‘confinement’ period is a period that is surrounded by various superstitions and traditions. Most consumers are confused with what is the correct and safe practices during this period. Some of the practices are surrounded by myths and are not supported by scientific evidence, doing more harm than good. In order to prevent unnecessary and costly hospital admissions, you need to be more evidence-based in your decision process. Related:  Confinement Practices and Myths in Singapore If you are looking to find the best confinement nanny agency in Singapore, you may wish to check out the cost and related reviews from customers who 'have been there, done that'. Confinement Nanny Agency Singapore Cost You can expect to pay anywhere between SGD 2,300 to $3,000 per 28 days for a full-time confinement nanny who basically lives at your home. We hav...

If you are looking for the best confinement nanny agency In Singapore, this post was written with you in mind. The ‘puerperium’ or the ‘confinement’ period is a period that is surrounded by various superstitions and traditions. Most consumers are confused with what is the correct and safe practices during this period. Some of the practices are surrounded by myths and are not supported by scientific evidence, doing more harm than good. In order to prevent unnecessary and costly hospital admissions, you need to be more evidence-based in your decision process. The selection of the confinement centre below is based on Google Search Results, the Alexa ranking of their websites and information available on blogs and the internet. Please consult a medical practitioner (your obstetrician, paediatrician or a qualified medical doctor) in the event that you are in doubt and need a professional medical advice. Here is the list. 1. Confinement NannySOS Pte Ltd Address: 134 Jurong Gateway R...

Confinement is a period for your body to recuperate and recover from childbirth. You have probably heard some confinement practices yourself, and you may or may not agree with them all. There are many confinement practices — some are useful, some are not.  In fact, some of them don't have any scientific basis at all. So, let's bust some common confinement myths. The Confinement Myths 1. "Now that my baby is born, I will lapse into depression." Some women experience a sad or depressed mood some days after giving birth — this "baby blues" or "postnatal blues" is short-term and linked to hormonal changes after pregnancy, and usually lasts only two weeks. Depression is diagnosed only when these symptoms persist; it may be accompanied by suicidal or infanticide intent. Do seek professional help if you have concerns. 2. "I am not allowed to bathe or touch water for fear of 'wind' entering the body." A related myth is: "I can only w...

Cases of  coronavirus  have been increasing across the world - and with the global death toll topping 2,800 and increasing every day, more people in Singapore are now choosing to cover their mouth and nose in public. It might be difficult to get N95 and surgical masks on the retail pharmacies (Watsons or Guardian). Several retail outlets ran out of both N95 masks and surgical masks on Friday (Jan 24), a day after  Singapore confirmed its first case  of the Wuhan virus on its shores. Most likely, you are doing your online research to find out where you could buy N95 masks online in Singapore. Updated: Here is a list of face masks that are available on Lazada Singapore. Do get them while stocks last. 1. 3ply Face Mask (surgical mask) Blue 40pcs SGD 39.90 online (Lazada) Chances of getting coronavirus: 6 times less likely than wearing no mask. If you are having trouble getting N95 mask online in Singapore, you might consider buying N9...