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• Updated Hospital Bag

  

  I did a post on this previously (read it here!) However, looking back, I found I wasn't being "light" enough so here goes my updated version for mothers who... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2023 LIFESTYLE

• Our Firstborn is a Model

  

  This marks a very proud Mama moment for me because my son became a model for one of the campaign for The Entertainer. I have tried out for a few casting calls... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2023 LIFESTYLE

• X'mas Themed Full Month Party

  

  Usually, full month parties are one of the biggest celebration for the kid. We chose a more intimate option this time round because there was a recent death in... Read more

  Posted on 07 January 2023 LIFESTYLE

• Newborn Shoot: Lil Pumpkin Studio

  

  We are so happy to share that our little one's newborn photos are out and they look so cute. To be honest, I doubt we were going to get much photos because... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2023 LIFESTYLE

• Maternity Goodies - Mama's Choice

  

  I am not sure about other mothers but I am pretty particular about the skincare and oral products I use during pregnancy. And that's because some of the... Read more

  Posted on 26 December 2022 LIFESTYLE

• For Fellow Diabetic Mothers

  

  So Gestational Diabetes struck again during my 2nd pregnancy, now that I am more prepared I was less whiny and upset by the whole ordeal. I did a post previousl... Read more

  Posted on 17 December 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Tineco - Our Lifesaver

  

  With #2 on the way, one of our consideration is how to maximise time. By that, I mean using lots of gadgets. We invested in a dishwasher previously (read all... Read more

  Posted on 15 December 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Pretty Gowns from Friday Moon

  

  For my maternity shoot, I wore 2 extraordinarily beautiful gowns. Many people asked about them because they look so flattering on me (a fat lady) and I myself... Read more

  Posted on 13 December 2022 LIFESTYLE

• New Phone: S22 Phone Review

  

  To usher in my newborn, I decided to get myself a new phone. I mean I really wantd to take better photos of her and I reckon I would be too busy after she... Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2022 LIFESTYLE

• How to Survive an Outdoor Maternity Shoot?

  

  For my maternity shoot this time round, I chose to have it outdoors. Because the last round was taken indoors (see post here on the considerations), I thought... Read more

  Posted on 08 December 2022 LIFESTYLE

• My Birth Story

  

  And so...baby is out. :) Decided to do a post on the birth story because this time round it was rather enjoyable and fun. Yes, you didn't hear me wrong. It was... Read more

  Posted on 03 December 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Good Night, Sleep Tight

  

  This is part 2 of my LO's room makeover because we took so many photos and also partially because we are all very proud of it (my son included). Initially, the... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2022 LIFESTYLE

• How I Choose a Bed for My Toddler: Four Star Mattress

  

  Now that there is another one on its way, we decided to give the #1 a little more autonomy. By that, we want to give him a room. Eventually the 2 kids will slee... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Our First Halloween Meal with Parkroyal@Kitchener Road

  

  Friends who know me will know that I am crazy about Halloween. The last 2 years (no thanks Covid) was really tough. But this year, we decided we are going to... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Milestone Card: Yay Or Nay

  

  Now that I am a second time mum, it is funny how my husband's friends would ask him to consult me on some Mummy's stuff. Am I seen as an expert? Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Happy Birthday Darling!

  

  A while back, it was our little one's birthday. It was a particularly joyous thing for me because it means I won't be having 2 under 2... Read more

  Posted on 27 October 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Trimester 2 Woes: Severe Diastasis Recti - Hernia, Stretchmarks, Giant Tummy

  

  We finally reached trimester 2 and can I proclaim how much I love this trimester. As a second time Mum, I pretty much know what I am in for (I think). Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Jeremy Zucker is in Town!

  

  He was in town and guess who was within the crowd. There was only one day he is in town, so we had to make time for him and it was worth it. Read more

  Posted on 23 October 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Staycation at Conrad Centennial

  

  One of the perks of having a child still on formula milk is that he can bring you on staycation. This staycation at Conrad Centennial was kinda of provided by... Read more

  Posted on 19 October 2022 LIFESTYLE

• Food Tour 26: Affordable Good Food

  

  I received some "feedback" that the food I am sharing seems to be on the pricier side, oops. I feel a bit apologetic but these are the type of food I generally... Read more

  Posted on 19 October 2022 LIFESTYLE