While your little kiddo may not be at an age where it matters much, the thought of going for a vacation does put you in a good mood, doesn’t it?  Happy thoughts aside, you might be a little intimidated by our feature story on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) in this issue. Although years of research have yet to discern the exact reasons for it, there are still some precautions you can take to lower the risks. Even if your baby is past the danger stage (1 year old), there are still other issues that may cloud your mind. Messy house? Teething problems? Travelling with baby? We have all these topics covered in this issue. 

With this year-end issue, we are heading into the next school year so we specially prepared a feature on the skills that your child will need for Primary One! Just what kind of skillset is ideal for a child who is moving on to the next educational stage? Check it out on page 10. Buying a car seat for your little one? Ten you should read our ABCs of buying a car seat first. Your baby’s sun protection is also another important feature that you shouldn’t miss out in this issue. We give you the checklist to follow the next time you take your tiny tot on an outdoor adventure. Don’t know what to get your kiddo this Christmas season? We have some ideas that may help, so ﬂip the pages to find out more!

This bumper issue is full of useful articles that will see you through the mine field that is parenting. For instance, there is much to know about your baby’s delicate skin. How do you keep your little one safe under the sun and what do you need to know about the art of baby skincare? PLUS, look out for our special features on how to help your child develop a healthy posture, keep the  flu and fever at bay at home as well as nurturing a confident child on-stage who knows how to manage his anxiety when he’s in the limelight or facing a big crowd--just in time for the LiveWell Baby Championship 2017 at United Square (Main Atrium)!

How do you deal with childhood fears and anxieties?  What do you do when baby colic strikes? How to tell the difference between allergic rhinitis and flu? Are your child’s skin rashes a symptom of a food allergy or simply food intolerance? If your baby is teething, how do you go about feeding him? So many questions, so little time but luckily this issue has the answers for you! 

What goes on behind the scenes in the labour room? Find out more with the labour room secrets that will take you through the various stages of childbirth as well as child delivery options you can consider. Baby skin woes that don't seem to go away no matter what you do? Fret not, for we have the organic solution to your problem. Mommies who are going back to work will also find our back to work survival guide helpful. PLUS! Check out the LiveWell Baby Awards to see which products and services have made it to our hall of fame. All these and more in our latest issue of LiveWell Baby!

You might think your home is safe, but do you know that it could be full of traps that could put your little one in jeopardy? Take a look at our must-have child safety checklist  and do your part in protecting your child. Ever wondered about the beauty of baby wearing? We have all the facts PLUS we give you the lowdown on the fine line between pampering and parenting, tips on navigating mommy guilt trips as well as ideas on how to entertain your child at home. All these and more in our latest issue of LiveWell Baby!

The festive season is upon us! But instead of stressing over it, why not kick back and relax with your family? After all, isn’t it more important to create beautiful memories with your little darling as 2016 dives into 2017?  That’s why we have just the article for you on page 10: How To Survive (And Enjoy)  The Holiday Season Madness With Baby. But that’s not all; we’ve got tips on how to choose a suitable name for your newborn baby to come, kidnap-proofng your child and a must-read for expecting mommies and their loved ones: postpartum depression and how to counter the blues.

You can be with your child 24/7 and yet somehow there are still little mysteries about them that you can’t seem to decipher. But like we always like to say, life is fleeting and childhood, even more so. In this issue, we explore the little mysteries of babydom from how to bottle-feed effectively and understanding prebiotics to navigating the minefield of digital devices. There is lots of info for mommies to lean on as well, just head for the Mummy Mind and 9 Months section at the end of the magazine.  


This is the LiveWell Baby Championship Bumper Issue that you've been waiting for! It's filled with useful tips like how to care for your child's delicate skin through laundry, a step-by-step pumping guide for breastfeeding moms, how to teach your child the art of losing & winning graciously, planning for your child's financial future PLUS all the information you need to enjoy all THREE days of our LiveWell Baby Championship at United Square from 16-18 September!

We have (almost) everything you need to know about preemies and useful tips on how to navigate the art of wearing shoes, the baby bottle debate, etc. PLUS, we have exclusive giveaways to celebrate Mother’s Day AND the annual line-up of LiveWell Baby Awards 2015/16!

Oh, and don’t forget to sign your child up for one of the LiveWell Baby Championship 2016 competitions because this year, we are going around the world for 3 days of thrills and spills. Prep your "passport" and get ready for your adventure from 16 to 18 September, 11am to 7pm, at United Square!

Parental guidance is crucial to your baby’s overall development because they are still too young to know any better. Your baby’s safety especially is one area that you cannot neglect. That’s why we are exploring a wide variety of safety topics in this issue, such as hidden nasties at home, how to safely introduce your newborn to a pet, and what to look out for when you are buying a car seat for your child. Also, don’t forget to check out our feature story on how to childproof your home and keep an eye out for safety hazards that lurk in the most innocuous of corners!

2015 may be drawing to a close, but we are still going to leave you with plenty of parenting and baby care tips to tide you over the festive season. From a rundown of key items to consider when out shopping for the tiny tot and why an excess intake of protein during your child’s first 2 years can put him in an unhealthy weight range to reasons why parents are the perfect playmate for their kids, there are lots of useful material for you to ponder on over the long-awaited holidays. 

For parents whose kiddos are starting school soon, we haven’t forgotten about you either! Having sent a child to preschool, our in-house mommy writer Rashmi Ullas will prepare you and your child for the big day with a comprehensive list of handy tips. 

Are you in the situation where you can’t believe that your little one is entering preschool next year? On top of your disbelief, you are also confused as to how to pick a suitable preschool. Well, no worries! We have you covered in this issue. From tips on choosing an appropriate school for your tiny tot (p 48) to dealing with a restive pre-schooler when it comes to school time (p 52) and a Early Childhood Special (p 42) to help widen your kiddo’s horizons, we are sure this issue will keep you reading! 

Facing an uncooperative toddler when it comes to mealtimes? Then head on over to page 20 to find out how you can cultivate good eating habits even though your precious has rejected food for the umpteenth time. We also have the event photos from LiveWell Baby Championship 2015 on page 28 so flip your way there to relive those awesome memories. Last but not least, it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. It might not be something that affects you or your family directly, but we urge you to read more about it to understand cancer better in our stories on childhood cancers (p 12) and breast cancer (p 62).

It's going to be our annual LiveWell Baby Championship soon! To help parents prepare their tiny tots for the annual baby showdown at United Square from 18-20 September, we have articles galore with plenty of tips! From bathing tips (p. 24) and tackling hair loss issues (p. 36) to tips on preparing your child for an upcoming competition (p. 50), we have all the bases covered! 

Living with the problem of a green-eyed monster at home? We hear you, dear parents. Head on to page 46 to empathise with Rashmi, as she shares the struggles of a mother who tries to enjoy some lovey dovey time with her better half, but is always thwarted by the vigilant efforts of a tiny tyke.  August is also the period for Breastfeeding Awareness, so we prepared a special feature for the mothers who are new to the breastfeeding scene as well. As all veteran breastfeeding mothers would know, the act of feeding your child in public can be a sensitive issue so we got our mommy writer to share a few tips on how to feed the baby in peace while maintaining grace and poise.

In this issue, we look at how too much praise can negatively impact a child for life (p. 12) and the 4 lessons your child will learn if they get to grow up with pets (p. 36). Allergic reactions, too, are a big issue with parents so we explored the type of food you can feed your weaning child to minimise such occurrences on page 22. But let’s not forget about having fun as well, the contest forms for our annual LiveWell Baby Championship 2015 are in this issue too so don’t forget to sign up for your adorable kids!

We know you'd want to protect and nurture your little ones as best as you can during this fleeting period, so flip through this issue for stories on allergies you should look out for (pg 18), a loving mom's fabric care guide to happy babies (pg 20), common discipline mistakes that dads make (pg 64), and more!

And for the first time ever, LiveWell Baby will be giving some due recognition to brands that have consistently delivered excellent products and made a positive impact on customers with their commitment. Just hop on over to pg 26 to find out which brands have made it into LiveWell Baby's first ever awards.

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