Hi,
Ask-Brainymama is taking a break.
Wishing all mamas and familes a Happy & prosperous Chinese New Year!
“伶俐俏妈”的妈妈们正在休假。在此预祝妈妈们与家人：新年快乐，万事如意！
Monday, January 25, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
All about babies
Hi mamas, we are starting a new post on "All about babies". This will be especially useful for first time mamas and we hope to get more comments from other experienced mamas, too!
We will share with you the activities, learning aid and rhymes that you can do with your babies till they are old enough to attend playgroup, nursey, etc.
Many mamas feel exhausted taking care of baby after a day's work (or a week's work for weekend mamas) and the usual complaints are : too tired for quality time with baby, too "old" to catch up with active baby, too exhausted to read or sing to baby....bla...bla...bla. Whatever lame excuses we have, well, we need to admit that babies learn better under parents' guidance. This is nothing new, it has been a fact since many years back, proven by studies, reports, etc. Hence, no matter how tired we are, we have to at least spend 10mins of "quality" time with our babies everyday! So how do you define "quality" time? Well, it can be as simple as just a hug, some peek-a-boos or even singing for a start. Then you can move on to exposing them to flash cards, learning through playing toys, reading and other activities! The motivation is : smarter and happier babies!
Keen to know more? Stay tuned for our next update!
See ya!
We will share with you the activities, learning aid and rhymes that you can do with your babies till they are old enough to attend playgroup, nursey, etc.
Many mamas feel exhausted taking care of baby after a day's work (or a week's work for weekend mamas) and the usual complaints are : too tired for quality time with baby, too "old" to catch up with active baby, too exhausted to read or sing to baby....bla...bla...bla. Whatever lame excuses we have, well, we need to admit that babies learn better under parents' guidance. This is nothing new, it has been a fact since many years back, proven by studies, reports, etc. Hence, no matter how tired we are, we have to at least spend 10mins of "quality" time with our babies everyday! So how do you define "quality" time? Well, it can be as simple as just a hug, some peek-a-boos or even singing for a start. Then you can move on to exposing them to flash cards, learning through playing toys, reading and other activities! The motivation is : smarter and happier babies!
Keen to know more? Stay tuned for our next update!
See ya!
“烹饪”心得
许多工作妈妈放工后都得赶去接孩子，回家后没时间煮晚餐！偶尔“打包”还可以，但如果天天吃外卖，吃久了也会腻。所以“伶俐俏妈”将分享一些简单、有营养的烹饪心得，让妈妈们试试看！
“伶俐俏妈”主要的厨房好帮手是“真空煲”！我呢就“雇佣了”两个。一个用来煮汤，另一个则用来煮其他的菜肴。汤对我的家人，尤其是孩子们来说是每一餐不可少的。煮汤并不难，我通常在晚上或早上煮汤，当然必须提前准备材料。用“真空煲”不只省时，还能节省能源！只需将材料及水放进里面的铁锅，开炉火煮大概40分钟，再放进“真空煲”里，美味可口的汤就在您到家时就能饮用！至于菜肴，如需蒸熟，都可放在汤上层的小铁锅里。又方便又省时。其他简单、易煮的菜肴可参考此网站http://www.too-my-recipes.blogspot.com/！（注：网站以英语为主）
“伶俐俏妈”主要的厨房好帮手是“真空煲”！我呢就“雇佣了”两个。一个用来煮汤，另一个则用来煮其他的菜肴。汤对我的家人，尤其是孩子们来说是每一餐不可少的。煮汤并不难，我通常在晚上或早上煮汤，当然必须提前准备材料。用“真空煲”不只省时，还能节省能源！只需将材料及水放进里面的铁锅，开炉火煮大概40分钟，再放进“真空煲”里，美味可口的汤就在您到家时就能饮用！至于菜肴，如需蒸熟，都可放在汤上层的小铁锅里。又方便又省时。其他简单、易煮的菜肴可参考此网站http://www.too-my-recipes.blogspot.com/！（注：网站以英语为主）
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Me and my zit!
My routine facial!
We, mamas, have hectic schedules and when I have too much to handle, my skin tends to look dull. What was worst were pimples! When this happens, I wish I’m an ostrich! (Though burying my head in the sand will not solve the problem : P) However if I am one, then I could use the mud mask (more like sand) to nourish and calm my skin. Ha, you must be thinking : “I don’t have the time!” Well, you can be like me, while watching my favourite sitcom, I will apply the mud mask and wash it off during the commercial break! I do this once to twice a week with different types of masks (purifying, whitening, moisturising, etc). Eureka! "So pampered". One important note, remember to avoid comedies..... as you may end up having more wrinkles!!!
So no excuse from now on for busy mamas! You can also cajole your other half to join in the fun and look good at the same time too!
My zits!
So what to do on days when pimple started partying? Well, one little tip - just DAB a little amount of mud/clay mask on the pimples nightly until they disappear! Wondering why? Because the mask helps to cleanse and speed up the drying process of the pimples! This has been my remedy all these years! One important note is to remember to use oil free type of moisturiser after it dries up to prevent any scarring.
We, mamas, have hectic schedules and when I have too much to handle, my skin tends to look dull. What was worst were pimples! When this happens, I wish I’m an ostrich! (Though burying my head in the sand will not solve the problem : P) However if I am one, then I could use the mud mask (more like sand) to nourish and calm my skin. Ha, you must be thinking : “I don’t have the time!” Well, you can be like me, while watching my favourite sitcom, I will apply the mud mask and wash it off during the commercial break! I do this once to twice a week with different types of masks (purifying, whitening, moisturising, etc). Eureka! "So pampered". One important note, remember to avoid comedies..... as you may end up having more wrinkles!!!
So no excuse from now on for busy mamas! You can also cajole your other half to join in the fun and look good at the same time too!
My zits!
So what to do on days when pimple started partying? Well, one little tip - just DAB a little amount of mud/clay mask on the pimples nightly until they disappear! Wondering why? Because the mask helps to cleanse and speed up the drying process of the pimples! This has been my remedy all these years! One important note is to remember to use oil free type of moisturiser after it dries up to prevent any scarring.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Wanna good-looking curls?
As mamas, you spend most of your time taking care of your love ones and tend to neglect one important person – yourself!
This column is dedicated to all you mamas out there. We will share our personal experience and beauty tips to show you that beauty is not time consuming! Our testimonials show that it just takes a little time and effort to make you shine through your hectic schedule.
This week, we shall start off with our crown - our beautiful hair. I believe many of us just take a quick bath, wash our hair with shampoo and forget (or lazy) to use a conditioner. Well, I just found a leave-on conditioner that not only makes my hair shine, it also maintain the curls (for those who have curls) making it look as if I just came out from the saloon. Unbelievable? Well, I have only used the conditioner twice and already my colleagues at work commented that my hair looks great. Thanks to this new product.
So for now, all I do is to apply this conditioner on my wet hair and leave for work. Who says looking great needs much longer time? No-no from now on!
Another problem I faced with my hair is - dandruff!!! Whenever i am stressed, dandruff will start to plague me. I have tried Head and Shoulders and many other anti-dandruff shampoos, all are not effective. However, after trying this new shampoo, the dandruff problem is resolved and I regain my healthy scalp. I have been using this shampoo for about 4 months.
Note : As this is not a advertising blog, product names will not be mentioned. Please contact us if you want more information.
This column is dedicated to all you mamas out there. We will share our personal experience and beauty tips to show you that beauty is not time consuming! Our testimonials show that it just takes a little time and effort to make you shine through your hectic schedule.
This week, we shall start off with our crown - our beautiful hair. I believe many of us just take a quick bath, wash our hair with shampoo and forget (or lazy) to use a conditioner. Well, I just found a leave-on conditioner that not only makes my hair shine, it also maintain the curls (for those who have curls) making it look as if I just came out from the saloon. Unbelievable? Well, I have only used the conditioner twice and already my colleagues at work commented that my hair looks great. Thanks to this new product.
So for now, all I do is to apply this conditioner on my wet hair and leave for work. Who says looking great needs much longer time? No-no from now on!
Another problem I faced with my hair is - dandruff!!! Whenever i am stressed, dandruff will start to plague me. I have tried Head and Shoulders and many other anti-dandruff shampoos, all are not effective. However, after trying this new shampoo, the dandruff problem is resolved and I regain my healthy scalp. I have been using this shampoo for about 4 months.
Note : As this is not a advertising blog, product names will not be mentioned. Please contact us if you want more information.
Shopping list for first-time mama
Happy new year to all mamas and mamas-to-be!
I have seen some first-time mama asking around for what to buy for mama & newborn. Well, I created one since I had my 1st kid and have been circulating the list to my mamas-to-be friends! This list is constantly updated to ensure that you get the right stuff for you & your baby. Here's the list of items for your reference :
Mama's necessities :
1) Nursing bras - at least 6 pcs and good to buy between 32th-36th week. When you tried the bra, it should have some allowances about 2 hooks (for the hook type) for comfort esp when your breasts are FULL. (can get from major departmental stores selling maternity wear!)
2) Disposable nursing pads (from major departmental stores)
3) Sanitary pads - it is not a MUST to get the maternity pads. You can use the regular brands that you have been using on your heavy days! Advised that you get the LONG ones with wings too since you'll be in sitting or lying down position during your confinement month.
4) Herbal bath sachets - (from medical halls) granny always says not to shower during confinement. Well, you can if you use the herbal bath! Just boiled, mix with hot water in tub and ready for shower! You can use it to wash your hair too!
5) Dry shampoo (optional) - (from pharmacy or medical halls)
6) Nursing tops (good to have) - (maternity clothing section) esp when you want to nurse on-the-go!
7) Nipple cream (REALLY optional) - (from any deprtmental stores) best moisturiser is breast milk : P
Baby's items :
1) Receiving blanket (optional) - Some hospitals will provide. Else, just use a towel or baby blanket to wrap baby up for any outing during 1st month!
2) Disposable diapers - newborn size or "s" for some brands.
3) Cloth diapers & liner - for those who want to use cloth diapers, good to buy at least 2 dozens! You should also buy liner which acts as a barrier so that stools on the liner can be disposed off. A place to get cheap cloth diapers is to goto the shop (adjacent to the toilet) at Waterloo Street opposite the Guan Yin Temple. It is a wholesale shop. *NOTE* need to get diaper safety pins or fastners from major baby shops too!
4) Tie front baby tops - (from Waterloo St. shop) good to buy a dozen since babies may wet their tops rather often.
5) Mittens & booties - (from Waterloo St. shop) good to buy a dozen as babies tend to "suck" their hands so the mittens have to be changed frequently. As for booties, maybe soiled when they kicked while you changed their diapers : P
6) Bath Towels - (from Waterloo St. shop or departmental stores)
7) Baby wash cloth - (from departmental stores) baby's face is especially delicate so you need to use really soft wash cloth to wipe/wash their face. For the 1st month, you can use cotton to wash, subsequent then use the wash cloth!
8) Disposable wipes - (from departmantal stores)
9) Baby bath - (from departmental stores/pharmacy) Mild ones like Johnsons Head to toe; Sebamed; Latacyd, etc
10) Baby shampoo - (from departmental stores/pharmacy)
11) Bath Tub - (from baby stores)
12) Anti-slip mat for the tub - (from baby stores)
13) Changing mat (optional) - for changing baby after bath and diaper change too without wetting or soiling baby's bed
14) Feeding bottles and teats - (from departmental stores)
15) Bottle brush - (from departmental stores) for washing the bottles!
16) Bottle cleanser - (from departmental stores) for washing bottles!
17) Detergent (pigeon, kodomo or ABC) - (from departmental stores) as baby's skin is delicate, good to use baby detergent for baby laundry. Softerner is optional!
18) Cotton balls - for washing of baby's face in the 1st month.
19) Paper stem type of cotton swabs - (from departmental stores) for cleaning of baby's outter ears if there are some wax that falls from the ear. PLEASE do not clean their inner ear.
20) Ru Yi medicated oil (optional) - (from medicated halls) it's a medicated oil passed down for generations. It helped to sooth the baby, "purge" the wind in baby's tummy. Note that it can only be used in 2nd month after the cord clamp has dropped off and should be in small amount : )
21) Formulae Milk power (optional) - good to standby since you may not have your milk flowing yet. A few of my friends did not standby any and realised that their babies are starving! Another option is to get the sample from the hospital : )
Baby powder is not reccommended as some babies may be allegy to it and during application it may irritate baby's nose : )
Stay tuned for more tips on :
1) diaper rash;
2) different techniques for a faster BURP!;
3) sooth a cranky baby;
4) sooth the stuffy little nose when baby down with running nose, etc!
I have seen some first-time mama asking around for what to buy for mama & newborn. Well, I created one since I had my 1st kid and have been circulating the list to my mamas-to-be friends! This list is constantly updated to ensure that you get the right stuff for you & your baby. Here's the list of items for your reference :
Mama's necessities :
1) Nursing bras - at least 6 pcs and good to buy between 32th-36th week. When you tried the bra, it should have some allowances about 2 hooks (for the hook type) for comfort esp when your breasts are FULL. (can get from major departmental stores selling maternity wear!)
2) Disposable nursing pads (from major departmental stores)
3) Sanitary pads - it is not a MUST to get the maternity pads. You can use the regular brands that you have been using on your heavy days! Advised that you get the LONG ones with wings too since you'll be in sitting or lying down position during your confinement month.
4) Herbal bath sachets - (from medical halls) granny always says not to shower during confinement. Well, you can if you use the herbal bath! Just boiled, mix with hot water in tub and ready for shower! You can use it to wash your hair too!
5) Dry shampoo (optional) - (from pharmacy or medical halls)
6) Nursing tops (good to have) - (maternity clothing section) esp when you want to nurse on-the-go!
7) Nipple cream (REALLY optional) - (from any deprtmental stores) best moisturiser is breast milk : P
Baby's items :
1) Receiving blanket (optional) - Some hospitals will provide. Else, just use a towel or baby blanket to wrap baby up for any outing during 1st month!
2) Disposable diapers - newborn size or "s" for some brands.
3) Cloth diapers & liner - for those who want to use cloth diapers, good to buy at least 2 dozens! You should also buy liner which acts as a barrier so that stools on the liner can be disposed off. A place to get cheap cloth diapers is to goto the shop (adjacent to the toilet) at Waterloo Street opposite the Guan Yin Temple. It is a wholesale shop. *NOTE* need to get diaper safety pins or fastners from major baby shops too!
4) Tie front baby tops - (from Waterloo St. shop) good to buy a dozen since babies may wet their tops rather often.
5) Mittens & booties - (from Waterloo St. shop) good to buy a dozen as babies tend to "suck" their hands so the mittens have to be changed frequently. As for booties, maybe soiled when they kicked while you changed their diapers : P
6) Bath Towels - (from Waterloo St. shop or departmental stores)
7) Baby wash cloth - (from departmental stores) baby's face is especially delicate so you need to use really soft wash cloth to wipe/wash their face. For the 1st month, you can use cotton to wash, subsequent then use the wash cloth!
8) Disposable wipes - (from departmantal stores)
9) Baby bath - (from departmental stores/pharmacy) Mild ones like Johnsons Head to toe; Sebamed; Latacyd, etc
10) Baby shampoo - (from departmental stores/pharmacy)
11) Bath Tub - (from baby stores)
12) Anti-slip mat for the tub - (from baby stores)
13) Changing mat (optional) - for changing baby after bath and diaper change too without wetting or soiling baby's bed
14) Feeding bottles and teats - (from departmental stores)
15) Bottle brush - (from departmental stores) for washing the bottles!
16) Bottle cleanser - (from departmental stores) for washing bottles!
17) Detergent (pigeon, kodomo or ABC) - (from departmental stores) as baby's skin is delicate, good to use baby detergent for baby laundry. Softerner is optional!
18) Cotton balls - for washing of baby's face in the 1st month.
19) Paper stem type of cotton swabs - (from departmental stores) for cleaning of baby's outter ears if there are some wax that falls from the ear. PLEASE do not clean their inner ear.
20) Ru Yi medicated oil (optional) - (from medicated halls) it's a medicated oil passed down for generations. It helped to sooth the baby, "purge" the wind in baby's tummy. Note that it can only be used in 2nd month after the cord clamp has dropped off and should be in small amount : )
21) Formulae Milk power (optional) - good to standby since you may not have your milk flowing yet. A few of my friends did not standby any and realised that their babies are starving! Another option is to get the sample from the hospital : )
Baby powder is not reccommended as some babies may be allegy to it and during application it may irritate baby's nose : )
Stay tuned for more tips on :
1) diaper rash;
2) different techniques for a faster BURP!;
3) sooth a cranky baby;
4) sooth the stuffy little nose when baby down with running nose, etc!
“伶俐俏妈”博客网站
欢迎游览“伶俐俏妈”博客网站！
我们是一群工作妈妈，在兼顾事业与家庭的同时，有不少的心得。因此，希望分享一些亲身的经历，同时，也希望你能和我们分享您的故事！
也许你会认为网络上已有许多类似“伶俐俏妈”博客网站、论谈网络，等。
那我们又有什么不同呢？最大的不同是：我们的博客往站是英汉双语的网站。我们会以英汉双语与你分享一些当妈妈的经验 如照顾初生宝宝、哺乳和其他的幼儿方面的心得，等。同时，我们还希望能解答妈妈们的一些疑问。此外，我们也会和妈妈们分享一些小秘诀，来减轻妈妈们繁重的“负担”。
总而言之，我们希望借此博客站与你互相交流，联系，以及分享你的故事。
希望这博客站能成为你的“小日记”，“小百科”！但这也需要您的支持和“贡献”哦！
以下是一些我们将分享的主题：
1）有关哺乳的经验；
2）有关照顾初生宝宝的琐事；
3）婴儿与妈妈的用品清单（给初次当妈妈的妈妈们）；
4）有关幼儿的一些常识，如：训练幼儿上厕所、幼儿“纪律”问题（当幼儿犯错，如何训导），等有关问题；
5）时尚与美容：献给繁忙妈妈的简单美容保健和穿着潮流小秘诀；和
6）任何有关妈妈或宝宝的问题。
除此，如你有其他问题想与大家分享，欢迎你发布！
“伶俐俏妈”的妈妈们预祝大家“新年快乐”！
期待你的支持。
（注：“伶俐俏妈”博客网站还在翻译中，如有任何疑问，请发电邮或发布给我们！）
我们是一群工作妈妈，在兼顾事业与家庭的同时，有不少的心得。因此，希望分享一些亲身的经历，同时，也希望你能和我们分享您的故事！
也许你会认为网络上已有许多类似“伶俐俏妈”博客网站、论谈网络，等。
那我们又有什么不同呢？最大的不同是：我们的博客往站是英汉双语的网站。我们会以英汉双语与你分享一些当妈妈的经验 如照顾初生宝宝、哺乳和其他的幼儿方面的心得，等。同时，我们还希望能解答妈妈们的一些疑问。此外，我们也会和妈妈们分享一些小秘诀，来减轻妈妈们繁重的“负担”。
总而言之，我们希望借此博客站与你互相交流，联系，以及分享你的故事。
希望这博客站能成为你的“小日记”，“小百科”！但这也需要您的支持和“贡献”哦！
以下是一些我们将分享的主题：
1）有关哺乳的经验；
2）有关照顾初生宝宝的琐事；
3）婴儿与妈妈的用品清单（给初次当妈妈的妈妈们）；
4）有关幼儿的一些常识，如：训练幼儿上厕所、幼儿“纪律”问题（当幼儿犯错，如何训导），等有关问题；
5）时尚与美容：献给繁忙妈妈的简单美容保健和穿着潮流小秘诀；和
6）任何有关妈妈或宝宝的问题。
除此，如你有其他问题想与大家分享，欢迎你发布！
“伶俐俏妈”的妈妈们预祝大家“新年快乐”！
期待你的支持。
（注：“伶俐俏妈”博客网站还在翻译中，如有任何疑问，请发电邮或发布给我们！）
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