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Friday, August 29, 2014

Pregnant with no 2 - A trip to Dr Claudine Tan

Yeah Double Stripes

The bloated tummy , the occasional nausea , the missed period. We confronted the reality with a stick at the GP and yes! it was double stripes!

Papa Koh booked , Dr Claudine Tan , She was my gynae for Royce. For those who have not heard the news , Dr Claudine Tan is with Thomas women's clinic , located at Blk 254, Seragoon Central Drive #01-219 .

A familiar face greeted us at the doorway, I was more than happy, as it put us at ease. With no 2 , there wasn't constant fear of the next step. And I know I am in safe hands , I am super relaxed.

I am at 8 weeks , Papa Koh and I were cite to see the heart beat. The terrible news we can't announce to the whole world yet. Being Chinese , the tradition was not to mention till the fourth month. The basis is if you announced it before the fourth month or the safety period , there is a higher risk of miscarriage.

Can't make out which is the head or feet, but excited to see the heart beat

Dr Claudine Tan informed me that there is fetal DNA testing is a test that indicates if a woman is at increased risk of having a fetus with Down syndrome.

With this test, a sample of the woman's blood is taken after 10 weeks of pregnancy. The test measures the relative amount of free fetal DNA in the mother's blood. The test determines the chance that the fetus has Down syndrome. It should be ok to do such test, but it cost *drum rolls * $1000.

The other option is to do OSCAR or (1) ‘One-stop Clinic for Assessment of Risk for Fetal Anomalies’, is a test carried out in the first trimester to screen for the risk of fetal anomalies, particularly for Down’s Syndrome. I forgot what is the cost, but I will update in the next blog post.

I totally forgot that I had taken 'an tai yao' during my first trimester when I had Royce. Papa Koh requested for Dr Claudine Tan to pass me Utrogestan otherwise known as Progesterone.

(2)Progesterone is a naturally occurring female sex hormone which is essential for the function of the female reproductive system. It is produced in the ovaries during the second half of the menstrual cycle, and also by the placenta during pregnancy. The amount of progesterone a woman produces declines during the menopause.
You will have been prescribed progesterone to supplement your naturally produced progesterone

Till the next time . :)

Reference : (1) http://pregnant.sg/articles/oscar-testing-in-singapore/#ixzz3CELweq5F
(2) http://www.patient.co.uk/medicine/progesterone

Sunday, March 23, 2014

Why I should put my baby in a Baby bjorn Carrier - by Adelynn Oei

Ade Oei 8:50 AM 0 Comments

So I read Why I shouldn't put my baby in a Babybjorn carrier
I was worried for Royce , I bought one and was given another Babybjorn carrier. However, before I cast my worries deeper. I received an official email from Mothercare which I thought they were fast to react to put mummies's worries at ease.

Official email from Mothercare

In the above mummy's blog, the post states that putting baby in a BabyBjorn carrier leads to hip dysplasia in babies.

Hip dysplasia is an abnormal formation of the hip socket that, in its more severe form, can eventually cause crippling lameness and painful arthritis of the joints. It is a genetic (polygenic) trait that is affected by environmental factors. It can be found in humans

I did some reading up, and understand that Hip dysplasia (also known as DDH )

The condition is usually present from birth. And it happen more commonly in girls
If there is a parent, brother or sister with DDH then this makes it five times more likely than normal for a child to have DDH
About 6 in 10 cases of DDH occur in firstborn children. This may be because the uterus is tighter and less elastic than in future pregnancies so that the baby has less room to move. http://www.patient.co.uk/health/developmental-dysplasia-of-the-hip-leaflet

Prevention

International of Hip Dysplasia Institute states that

The hip and joint is a ball and socket joint.During the first few months of life the ball is more likely to be loose within the socket because babies are naturally flexible and because the edges of the socket are made of soft cartilage like the cartilage in the ear. If the hips are forced into a stretched-out position too early, the ball is at risk of permanently deforming the edges of the cup shaped socket (hip dysplasia) or gradually slipping out of the socket altogether (hip dislocation). The risk of hip dysplasia or dislocation is greatest in the first few months of life. By six months of age, most babies have nearly doubled in size, the hips are more developed and the ligaments are stronger, so are less susceptible to developing hip dysplasia
'Any device that restrains a baby’s legs in an unhealthy position should be considered a potential risk for abnormal hip development. It is also important to assess the size of the baby and match the device and carrier to the size of the child so that the hips can be in a healthy position during transport. '

On how babies have to be positioned

After all the reading, most of the websites advised how to carry the babies in the right way , However none of the websites had references of case studies due to the use of prolonged wearing of any sort baby carrier lead to the development of hip dysplasia.

Why Should I put my baby in BabyBjorn Carrier

Babybjorn carriers have came a long way since 1973s, and they have been continuing to develop carries and ensure the safety .
Since 1970s, have any moms come forth and confirmed that it was the carrier that lead hip dysplasia?
Even articles that parents had shared that their child had hip dysplasia , most mentioned they had discovered hip dysplasia after birth , during checks up.
Babybjorn Carriers has the sleekest design in my opinion, the design allows the Papa Koh to carry the carrier without feeling feminine . :)
Buckles are really easy to click and can be used with one hand, I was able to carry baby without any help.
when I carry Baby Royce in the carrier, and most of the times, he fell asleep happily.
The same mum whom did not want to put her baby in a Babybjorn carrier, had a chance to review BabyBjorn Carrier one, and she did kinda recommend the carrier after that. BabyBjorn’s ‘Baby Carrier One’ Review. Is It Just Another Crotch Dangler?

Conclusion

I am one of the mums that will recommend and will stick to Babybjorn Carriers anytime. :)

Before you go, do read a dad's blog on his views on Babybjorn Carriers

https://skeptoid.com/blog/2013/01/25/will-the-babybjorn-endanger-your-infants-health/

# Baby Bjorn Carrier # Babybjorn

Friday, December 20, 2013

[Sponsored Review] Bepanthen ointment for diaper rash Review by Adelynn Oei

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*Crapz* I don't think I have given the best photo for the magazine. Ade Whines.

I was asked to give a testimonial and I think it came in handy during the period of time. I was recommended and given some samples to try by colleague when she heard about my baby's diaper rash problem.

Baby Royce had diaper rash, what made worse, he had diarrhea , cleaning up his butt becomes a constant pain for him. His whole butt was very red and skin was peeling a little. He wailed very loudly, being first time parents,we were at a lost of what to do.

When we used Bepathen ointment , it was not as sticky compared to one of the diaper cream. A small amount of the ointment of the cream was needed. and it protected his backside from the wetness. Which was one of the reason that irritated his skin during his diaper rash. We noticed that we reduced the amount of diaper change. Thankfully,his diarrhea also stopped and the redness and sores subsided after three days.

Ever since, I have recommending my friends Bepanthan ointment.

Btw, that's me on the extreme right. :)

# bepanthen # diaper cream

Sunday, November 10, 2013

Royce Featured on Mother & Baby Nov 2013 Mag

Ade Oei 9:22 AM 0 Comments

While pages of magazines will be torn and turned yellow, I hope to keep the memories of featured times of anything to do my love, Royce or Papa Koh in this blog.
Been posting Royce's photo in any contest possible. Just to get him some exposure when he is a baby. :)
His smiles and friendliness has got random aunties and uncles talking and cooing at him. I am boasting like any mom will do..

I thank God for his gift to us.
Here is tiny picture of him on this month Mother & Baby Nov 2013 magazine,on the extreme left corner.

Saturday, August 31, 2013

Development milestones - Baby Royce @ 5 months | Flipping by Adelynn Oei

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Royce learned to flip at 5 months. It was the moment I was waiting for. And I always thought Ronald and I are the most relaxed parents around. We thought we wouldn't rushed things, we will leave things to progress by itself.

But worry is always a parent's duty. I couldn't help but worry, what if he couldn't progress and what we were supposed to do. So with such thoughts,we couldn't help but assist him with his flips and doing tummy time. And it paid off, we were cite when he could do his flips. Credits to my mother-in-law too.

When babies have their neck strengthen, they are able to start flipping, some as early as 4months .
Glad I got it down on video. Precious moments . :)

Sunday, August 04, 2013

Baby Royce's hair been shaved at 4 months

Ade Oei 9:15 AM 0 Comments

If you asked me why a one month old baby's hair ,or at fourth months need to be shaved. I have no idea.
Basically, accordingly to Chinese's beliefs, shedding of the birth hair (sometimes referred to as "hair from the womb")

However, of course the modernized Singaporeans will have their kids's hair shaved,because this helps to have their hair growth more evenly and hopefully more.

A sneak shot of Royce having his hair cut

Not knowing what is he getting into.

Mr Hairdresser, what are you doing?

Saturday, July 13, 2013

[Media Launch] BABYBJÖRN Carrier One @ MotherCare HarbourFront

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With the carrier tested and review, part of being an ambassador was to showcase the carrier during the media launch. Below is the video summary of the media launch.

While the Mamas and Papas got ready to do the walk way. We decided that Papa Koh will do the modelled and do the showcase.

Being able to participate in such media launch was exciting, and I believed that all the Mamas and Papas were beaming while parading their little ones away.

Singapore ambassadors for BABYBJÖRN Carrier One

From the looks of the different ages of the babies, you can pretty tell for yourself that carrier is versatile for carrying all babies to toddler, weighing up to 20kg! That's the size about a 3- 4years old kid.

Executive Director of Mothercare Singapore, Pang Shu Ming spoke fondly of the founder of BabyBjorn Björn Jakobson and his wife , Lillemor Jakobson. I, myself remembered the couple came to Singapore to attend BabyBjorn 50th anniversary back in 2011. They spoke passionately about the Babybjorn . It is only now that I have became a Mom, that I have grown to appreciate their passion which had translated to something great and useful for parents.

Brand Associate , Johnathon Phua doing a demo on how to use the carrier

I was rather impressed with Johnathon Phua , Mothercare's brand associate. He was demonstrating the carrier very smoothly and I like the way he showed how the carrier could be swing from the front to the back. Which I have seen others doing demos on youtube of the other carriers in clumsy and awkard manner.

Physiotherapist , Aparnah Shah

Papa Koh and I always thought it would be a better time when Baby Royce was about 4mths to use a carrier and when his neck was more stable. It was a good timing when we had the carrier, as I was doing a review and I did an research to make sure I had my facts right. Babybjorn carriers keep coming up on the internet and mummys had much more good than bad reviews on this brand of baby carriers. I keep searching on the product knowledge of the carrier ,that I neglected the fact that Baby Royce had to test out the carrier himself. As I remembered one of the speaker Aparnah Shah , whom is a physiotherapist , told us baby has to also test out the carrier. The baby must be as comfortable as the wearer themselves.

I kinda think I love the thoughtfulness of the company that they have forgotten not our fellow parents whom like to travel with their little one in weather wet or chilling countries. They are selling BabyBjorn carrier cover to shield the little ones from such weather.

Our Bumble bee looking at the camera

With a long day of excitement, the day was ended light refreshments and we ended ours with a shopping bag of full of our little one 's clothes!!

The Kohs saying bye!

*Photos and video courtesy of Mothercare Singapore Pte ltd

# Baby Bjorn Carrier One # Mothercare Singapore

Sunday, June 30, 2013

[Sponsored Review ] BABYBJÖRN Carrier One by | Adelynn Oei with Baby Royce

Ade Oei 2:28 AM 0 Comments

I started to fiddle with BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier One, the moment I had my hands on it .What I love about BABYBJÖRN Carrier One that its design wins the other brand of carriers hands down.

I am rather amazed of its compactness ,it makes it convenient to carry, with one grab and we are ready to go!

Folded and convenient

We decided to a road test with it, and it looked good on Papa Koh. haha. What it is important that Papa Koh felt comfortable with it.

Papa Koh feel comfortable and look who else is comfortable and happy? haha

Baby Royce is about 3months plus, therefore we started off the first carry position. What is good about the BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier One, it fits newborn without the need the infant insert. We are able to adjust the straps to allow Royce's head to be close to Papa Koh's body but at the same time to allow him to be comfortable.

Mama , Papa and Baby Koh on top Grandfather Oei +Papa Koh at the bottom

Be warned, Papa Koh tends to perspire easily and I was afraid that carrier will be damped and Royce will be feel uncomfortable. However, because of its mesh material , it is breathable for Royce and he didn't perspire as much as I thought. The mesh material makes him less warm compared to those cotton material carrier.

Baby Royce started to fall asleep with the rhythmic movement that Papa Koh created when he walked.

For this carrier, the weight of baby is evenly distributed to the shoulder, back and hip. Papa Koh didn't feel the "load" for all 4km !!

The best part with the carrier, it wasn't damp (soaked in Papa Koh's perspiration, I mean ...) and Royce sleepily open his eyes just when the walk was over.

# Baby Bjorn Carrier # Baby Bjorn Carrier One

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Man of Steel - Are we the Super parents we think we are?

Ade Oei 12:13 PM 0 Comments

The Man of Steel moved "mountains" onscreen and it had also evoked emotions from me, during the scene whereby the parents had to send "Superman" to earth to protect him.

Before I became a parent, I read stories of how parents protect their kids. I wondered where they got their courage from. I wondered if I will have the same courage that they had, if it happens on me.

It was also one of the reasons why I didn't want to have kid. I was afraid I will turn away in the face of danger.

However, that scene from the "Man of Steel" movie had led me to a conclusion. We are Super Parents.
It is a paternal instinct where one way our emotions help us decide is by creating a physical response to information we don't even realize we've noticed. When we slam on the brakes at the sight of an unexpected car, for example, it's because our subconscious mind has recognized danger and translated it into a flash of fear; we decide to act without any conscious thought.

And we are Super Parents, we changed diapers for our kids. We teach them the way we think are right. We will make sure our kids are looked after first before we look after ourselves. So I will never think myself and my husband as the worst parents again.

Royce changed our lives completely. And it made us love and cherise our parents even more.

So kudos to parents and parents to be , you are Super Parents !

Saturday, June 01, 2013

My Motherhood journey Featured on June Motherhood 2013 - Adelynn Oei

Ade Oei 6:08 AM 0 Comments

On June issue of Motherhood

I think this is one of proudest moment of my life, to be featured on Motherhood Magazine. I always want to inspire people but never thought I was good enough to do it.

When I was asked to do the interview, and I didn't know what was going to be on the article. When I received the copies, I was beaming away.

It didn't get to me even that people whom I always talked over the phone , but never got to meet , could recognize me on the magazine. Then comments on my facebook got my attention , my friends were amazed with the fact I ran when I was pregnant.

I would like to thank my husband for he was the one whom encouraged me,when I was afraid of running and thought that something will happen to the little one. He told me because I used to run before I was pregnant, that is why my pregnant body could adapt to running.

I started with light jogs with my colleague and I was constantly worried. So I did a little research on my own.

Check out the following links with regards to running when pregnant.

http://www.runnersworld.com/tag/pregnant-running

http://babyfit.sparkpeople.com/articles.asp?id=781

With all those articles in mind, it boost my confidence, and on top of that , I have asked my gynae for advice. She told me that I could jog as long as I am not so out of breathe.

So I am glad that I completed that 10km marathon (with a bit of walking included), it was one of my greatest acheivement ever. I also hoped that my story could inspire other pregnant mothers whom are joggers before to continue jogging during their pregnancy.

I was 3 months when running Yellow Ribbon Run

6 months pregnant when running Standard Chartered - with Papa Koh

However, do bear in mind that to consult your gynae before you start running. And when you are approaching your third trimester , you may want to do a fast walk instead . :)

# Motherhood Magazine

Friday, March 22, 2013

Mount Alvernia Super Deluxe Room and Hospital Bag

Ade Oei 9:04 AM 0 Comments

I wished I have taken photos but unfortunately , I may not have fancy photos but hope my experience will help.

The arrangment of the room was done by my husband, Ronald. We did not plan to book for the Super Deluxe Room , initially. After knowing the rate of the Super Deluxe room was not far from the Single Deluxe Room, it was a few hundred dollars difference.
The rate for 2013 for Super Deluxe Room is $738.30 per night, and for hubby to accompany wifey is another $80.23
The only issue is there is one Super Deluxe Room in Mount Alvernia. So you have to count on your lucky stars to get it.

Super Deluxe Room

I was transported into the the Super Deluxe Room after delivering to Royce. Tired Papa Koh had finally a better chair to rest. The room looks very spacious and clean, I love the wooden flooring.

There were two televisions , one other television at the quiet corner.

We were glad what we had this room as we had many friends coming in and out visiting little Royce and I could really used the space in the ward The nurses were very friendly and they accede to my request. I am not a very demanding person but I kinda requested to see my baby many times so my visitors do not waste their trip.

Please remember you could request for your lactation consultant to learn how to nurse your baby. I was only introduced to the lactation consultant on my second day. Faintz....

Presents from our guests!

The cupboard area served as present collector and another area, where Papa Koh could used his laptop on a study table. And the extra table came in useful as Papa Koh's dining table.
Papa Koh was telling me that the second child will not have this priviledge or rather Mama Koh will not have this priviledge.

I thought I have packed my Hospital Bag, but I realised that I should have brought along my maternity pad, the hospital only provide 2 packs and they also used it when my water bag burst. For the benefit for other mummies, the items to bring are:

For Mummy

A set of pyjamas for breastfeeding and maybe one extra pants (I stained my pants and have to ask my friend to get another pair for me.)
Diposable Panties
Going home clothes , (a comfortable pair of pants , your tummy will stick out at this point, so don't bring skinny jeans. )
Socks
Basic toiletries. ( But Mount Alvernia had toothbrush, comb , and some other toiletries , I feel at ease whenever there are extra or backup)
A pair of slippers

For Baby

Swaddle towel (I loved the Aden and Anais swaddle towel, also note that Mount Alvernia provides the towel but not sure why the hospital didn't give it to me.)
Mittens and Booties
One set of babies clothes for going home.

Documents

Husband and wife's ICs
Marriage Certificate
Documents for claiming from medisave
Cordblood kit if you purchase the policy.

Hospital provides

Swaddle Towel
Bath Tub (pls check with your hospital provides, Thomson Medical doesn't)
Diapers for babies.
Maternity pad during your stay in the hospital.

Beside the things that I did not pack an extra set, I was comfortable during my stay at Mount Alvernia. :)
And one last thing, Papa Koh was provided pillows and blankets to convert the sofa to a bed, but he wasn't exactly as comfortable.. Poor PaPa Koh.... Wasn't he glad when I and baby was discharged. :)

# Hospital Bag # Mount Alvernia

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Baby Royce's arrival in Mt Alvernia- 21st Mar 2013

Ade Oei 1:09 PM 0 Comments

That's me in the labour ward before the induction.

21.03.2013 is a special day, it was two months before Royce's dad's birthday.
And we decided the date 21.03.2013 was the time for Royce's arrival.

All it takes was induction tablet to induce the labour.
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I was in the labour ward at 12am, with my husband beside me laid uncomfortably, on a stiff leather setting and metal armrest chair. To make matter worse, the aircon was super cold. The contractions kick start an hour later. I felt uncomfortable every 5 to 10mins.

The discomfort was bearable, and for someone like me whom can sleep easily anywhere. I couldn't sleep a wink. Each time I was about to sleep , the contractions woke me up. I was pretty stressed up because I knew I had to have a good sleep for the battle, but I couldn't . Furthermore, I had painful backache due to labour.

Good thing I and my husband, Ronald "survived" the hunger and coldness with free milo from the dispenser. (It was the start of my addiction of milo since then).

The first update was I was dilated at 3cm around 8am in the morning. Dr Claudine Tan broke my water bag. I have braved through the 8 hours of pain. I was about to put a pat on my back when I was told the pain was going to get worse. Scrambling for assurance that I was going through the child birth pain free. All these months of telling myself I wasn't going to use the epidural was thrown to the back of my mind, without hesitation I agreed to using epidural.

The sensation of having to pass motion and nothing comes out, made me think that I needed the bathroom. However I was told that baby was pressing against my rectum. I was amused by the thought that the sensation was an indication that baby was coming out. The thought soon vanished when I couldn't cope with the increasing discomfort. I start crying , it was my way of finding a way to relieve the pain. It didn't go away!!

Poor Ronald had to witness my discomfort and attend to my wailings. Who says epidural is pain? For me, I didn't feel a thing...
And I thought Doctor will come in when my cervix was dilated at 10cm. Nah... the nurse calmly told me what I had to do, my legs was hoisted on the leg rest and wide apart. The monitor indicated when I had my contractions, each time when I had contractions, the Nurses asked me to push as long as possible. Ronald's role was to push my head , while the nurses cheered me on to push.

The funniest part is when it comes to pushing the baby out. I didn't feel the discomfort, but I still felt the sensation, and mind you I had epidural and it was supposed to be sensation and pain free. Well, lucky I could feel the contractions, they say it was easier to push if the mom could feel it . Doctor came at the crucial moment. Dr allowed Ronald to take a peek at initial stage of pushing and he could see baby's hair. Half an and hour into pushing, one of the nurses massaged my stomach hard so that baby could come out faster. You know the videos , you see mummies screaming while pushing? I was definitely was one of those. Not that I felt pain but I was holding my breath and the screams just came out naturally. "Pop" ! I felt Royce's head slide out. Yeah! I did a victory dance in my head. But guess what, it was only the head!

I gave one final push and baby was out !! They passed me the baby and I held baby and with my head turned, because he was so bloody and he felt slimly. I think I was a little stunned, and they took Royce to clean him up.

With Dr's help, she digged my placenta out, and she sewed me up. I chit chat with the Dr while she sewed the three layers. And finally we got to see him. :)

Royce's first contact with the world

# Dr Claudine Tan # Mount Alvernia

Monday, March 11, 2013

Counting down to his arrival_ Lightening

Ade Oei 9:30 PM 0 Comments

Hi Hi,

Mama Koh waves to the same group of anxious mum.

I was sharing the story of "Lightening" to my friends,
The term "Lightening" means baby moves down because the lower part of your uterus (womb) expands. Your baby's head, or bottom if he's in a breech position, will sit a little lower in your pelvis.

I think it amuses me alot.
On the 11th March 2013, On the way home , I felt him worming and heading his way down. I was abit anxious, because I expected the pain to come but it didn't.

Papa Koh stopped the car nearby as we were at Bishan area, he say Royce moving from side to side...
I think he was very amused by the entire situation. The whole commotion stopped and our excitement died down. :(

# Lightening

Friday, August 29, 2014

Pregnant with no 2 - A trip to Dr Claudine Tan

Sunday, March 23, 2014

Why I should put my baby in a Baby bjorn Carrier - by Adelynn Oei

Friday, December 20, 2013

[Sponsored Review] Bepanthen ointment for diaper rash Review by Adelynn Oei

Sunday, November 10, 2013

Royce Featured on Mother & Baby Nov 2013 Mag

Saturday, August 31, 2013

Development milestones - Baby Royce @ 5 months | Flipping by Adelynn Oei

Sunday, August 04, 2013

Baby Royce's hair been shaved at 4 months

Saturday, July 13, 2013

[Media Launch] BABYBJÖRN Carrier One @ MotherCare HarbourFront

Sunday, June 30, 2013

[Sponsored Review ] BABYBJÖRN Carrier One by | Adelynn Oei with Baby Royce

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Man of Steel - Are we the Super parents we think we are?

Saturday, June 01, 2013

My Motherhood journey Featured on June Motherhood 2013 - Adelynn Oei

Friday, March 22, 2013

Mount Alvernia Super Deluxe Room and Hospital Bag

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Baby Royce's arrival in Mt Alvernia- 21st Mar 2013

Monday, March 11, 2013

Counting down to his arrival_ Lightening

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