Why Kids Say NO to Water? By Dr Joann “Milk? Yes. Juice? Yes. Soup? Yes. Water? No!” If this sounds familiar, you’re certainly not alone. One of the most common concerns I hear from parents is that their child refuses to drink plain water. Instead, they happily reach for milk, juice, or other flavoured beverages
Chickenpox: When to Seek Medical Care By Dr. Soo Recently, we have been seeing more cases of chickenpox among children in the community. While chickenpox is a common childhood illness, many parents may still feel worried when they notice the rash spreading quickly or changing appearance from day to day. One of the most unique
Green Mucus in Children By Dr Joann One of the most common concerns parents have when their child develops a cough, runny nose, or cold is the colour of the mucus. It is understandable to feel worried when clear mucus suddenly turns yellow or green. Many parents assume that green mucus automatically means a bacterial
Is it really just a Viral Fever? By Dr Soo One of the most common reasons parents bring their children to the clinic is fever. Often, the first question: “Doctor, is it just a viral fever?” In many cases, the answer is yes. Viral infections are extremely common in children, especially those attending daycare or
“It’s just teething…” — When Parents Should Look Deeper By Dr Joann “This is just teething, right?” This is one of the most frequent assumptions I hear from parents. And it is understandable. Teething often happens during a very busy stage of infancy. Around the same time teeth begin to erupt, babies are also more
Sunscreen for Kids By Dr Soo Hui Fang Introduction Children love spending time outdoors, whether playing at the park, swimming, or joining sports activities. While sunlight provides benefits like Vitamin D and improved mood, too much sun exposure can harm a child’s delicate skin. Since children’s skin is thinner and more sensitive than adult skin,
Breastfeeding By Dr Charlotte It is a concern for new mothers—“Doctor, my breast feels empty… is my baby still getting anything?” This worry is incredibly common, especially in the early days and weeks of breastfeeding when everything still feels new, uncertain, and sometimes overwhelming. Let me reassure you gently but clearly: breastfeeding is never empty.
Tuberculosis (TB) By Dr. Soo Hui Fang Introduction Tuberculosis (TB), medically known as Tuberculosis, remains one of the world’s most significant infectious diseases, affecting millions of people every year. While many people associate TB with adults, children are also at risk—often in ways that are less obvious but potentially more dangerous. As a parent, understanding
Japanese Encephalitis (JE) By Dr. Charlotte Gan When parents think about mosquito-borne diseases like Japanese Encephalitis (JE) and dengue fever, dengue is often the first that comes to mind—especially in countries like Malaysia, where cases are regularly reported. Although less commonly discussed, Japanese Encephalitis can have severe consequences, particularly in young children. The good news
Text Neck: A Modern Problem Affecting Our Children Text neck is something our parents never worried about — but it’s becoming increasingly common among children today. 😣 Neck pain, stiff shoulders, headaches, and poor posture are all linked to hours spent looking down at smartphones, tablets, or computers. While technology has brought many benefits, it
