Resources · The BMB journal
Articles by BMB's therapists and lactation consultants, covering prenatal massage, postnatal recovery, breastfeeding, baby care, and the small daily decisions of pregnancy. Written for Singapore mums, drawn from over 16 years of clinic practice.
Postnatal & Recovery
Confinement Food in Singapore: What to Eat in Your Month
Confinement food in Singapore: Chinese, Malay and Indian traditions, common dishes, breastfeeding nutrition tips, and how it fits alongside postnatal massage.
Pregnancy & Prenatal Care
How to Choose a Prenatal Massage Provider in Singapore
Comparing prenatal massage providers in Singapore? A fair, checklist-based guide: trimester policies, therapist training, positioning, hygiene, pricing and the questions to ask before you book.
Lactation & Breastfeeding
Blocked Milk Ducts & Breast Engorgement: How to Find Gentle Relief
How to tell a blocked milk duct from breast engorgement, the red flags of mastitis, and the gentle relief steps current guidance recommends for breastfeeding mums in Singapore.
Baby & Newborn Care
Newborn Checklist for Singapore Parents: What You Actually Need
A practical, prioritised newborn checklist for Singapore parents: sleep setup, feeding, climate-right clothing, car seat rules, paperwork, and what to skip.
Wellness & Therapies
Chiropractic Care in Johor Bahru: BMB at The Avenue M
BMB brings mum-friendly chiropractic care to Johor Bahru at The Avenue M. What chiropractic helps with, what a first visit looks like, and how the JB and Orchard branches compare.
15 Sep 2026
ACOG and NHS guidance on postnatal exercise in Singapore: when it's safe to start, diastasis recti signs to watch, and a gentle-to-active progression to follow with your doctor.
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08 Sep 2026
A practical, prioritised newborn checklist for Singapore parents: sleep setup, feeding, climate-right clothing, car seat rules, paperwork, and what to skip.
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31 Aug 2026
Confinement food in Singapore: Chinese, Malay and Indian traditions, common dishes, breastfeeding nutrition tips, and how it fits alongside postnatal massage.
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24 Aug 2026
Why the 4-month, 8-10-month and 18-month baby sleep regressions happen, what actually helps at home, and when it's worth seeing a sleep consultant in Singapore.
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13 Aug 2026
Is a baby spa safe, what age can a baby start, and are neck floats safe? A parent-to-parent guide to baby spas in Singapore, with the FDA neck-float warning explained.
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07 Aug 2026
Considering fertility massage in Singapore? An honest look at what it is, what the evidence shows, safety caveats, and the questions to ask before booking.
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29 Jul 2026
Prenatal massage in Johor Bahru at BMB, The Avenue M. Side-lying, bump-safe sessions with trained maternity therapists, from the second trimester. What to expect and how to book.
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24 Jul 2026
What a confinement centre in Singapore costs in 2026, what 28 day retreat packages include, and an honest comparison against a live-in confinement nanny.
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20 Jul 2026
What a bengkung really does after birth: honest benefits, the myths it can't deliver, safety rules for C-section mums, and how the traditional wrap is layered over jamu paste.
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20 Jul 2026
What Malaysian confinement centres cost, what 28-day packages include, and how they compare with a confinement lady or staying home, with a Johor Bahru focus for Causeway families.
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20 Jul 2026
What a confinement lady actually does for 28 days, typical Johor rates in RM, when to book around the CNY crunch, and the vetting questions that protect your month.
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20 Jul 2026
Inside BMB's Johor Bahru branch at The Avenue M: daily confinement massage with jamu paste, optional bengkung wraps, when to start after birth, and how packages are structured.
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17 Jul 2026
Comparing prenatal massage providers in Singapore? A fair, checklist-based guide: trimester policies, therapist training, positioning, hygiene, pricing and the questions to ask before you book.
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16 Jul 2026
What a confinement nanny in Singapore does, agency published rates as of Jul 2026, MOM work permit rules, booking timelines, and the postnatal recovery care a nanny does not cover.
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13 Jul 2026
How to tell a blocked milk duct from breast engorgement, the red flags of mastitis, and the gentle relief steps current guidance recommends for breastfeeding mums in Singapore.
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10 Jul 2026
BMB brings mum-friendly chiropractic care to Johor Bahru at The Avenue M. What chiropractic helps with, what a first visit looks like, and how the JB and Orchard branches compare.
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30 Mar 2025
If you're wondering about healthy eating, which pregnancy supplements to take, or whether you should be sleeping on your back, this guide is for you. Check back from time to time to find new FAQs…
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30 Mar 2025
Mood swings are very common during pregnancy. They are caused by a variety of factors including changes in hormone levels, the physical discomforts of pregnancy and anxiety about the baby’s health.…
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30 Mar 2025
It is natural to find yourself wanting to stay absolutely fit during your pregnancy, not just for the health benefits but keeping an active lifestyle can boost our self-esteem. It is important to…
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30 Mar 2025
An important consideration during your pregnancy is monitoring and working on maintaining an ideal weight limit for your body. On average, women gain approximately 7 to 18 kgs of weight in their…
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30 Mar 2025
During pregnancy, the body experiences a variety of physiological changes such as darkening of areas of skin or nails, acne, and many others. In this article, we focus on understanding pregnancy…
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30 Mar 2025
Being pregnant is a wonderful thing, but Pregnancy is also a time for extra precautions. It requires you to pay extra attention to many health-related challenges. Everything you eat, drink, apply or…
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30 Mar 2025
Dry and dull skin on bad days - we all have them. But the case may be worse for pregnant mothers. Have you begun to notice the skin changes during this time in your life, such as acne, dark patches…
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30 Mar 2025
During pregnancy, aromatherapy and massage can be used to relieve some of the issues such as muscular aches, fatigue, and insomnia. Emotional states such as anxiety and stress can also be eased with…
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30 Mar 2025
If you are faced with painful groins during pregnancy, you aren’t alone. Studies have shown that up to 80 percent of women experience painful groins at some point during their pregnancy. Also known…
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30 Mar 2025
The best way to provide relaxation to your body after delivery is to have a full body postnatal massage. For starters, postnatal massage will not only relieve you of pain but also melt away your…
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30 Mar 2025
If there is one thing that gives women a life-changing experience, it’s motherhood and giving birth. Due to this, mothers are constantly looking for ways to cope with the increasing demands of…
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30 Mar 2025
Bringing a new life to this world is always an exciting journey. There are many emotional experiences and lifestyle changes to look forward to during and after pregnancy. However, there are also…
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30 Mar 2025
During pregnancy, women have a tendency to gain weight. It’s not just because of the cravings. They also need to eat more for the baby that is inside their womb. But after giving birth, they find…
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30 Mar 2025
With the circuit-breaker lifted, most parents are still adjusting to the new normal - be it returning to the office, or sending the children to school, or continuing to work from home. Here's a…
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30 Mar 2025
At BMB, we cater our specialty in massages and facials for the expecting and postpartum mother. At every stage of your pregnancy (and post-labour), it is important to understand that the needs of the…
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30 Mar 2025
It is often believed that breastfeeding comes naturally to babies and mothers. But despite what you may believe the practice can be difficult for many new mothers. Not only does this affect the baby,…
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30 Mar 2025
Photo by Nikolai Chernichenko on Unsplash M any of us are familiar with the expression “breast is best”, and for good reason. It’s because of the myriad benefits of breast milk that are…
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30 Mar 2025
Breastfeeding and lactation may seem difficult to some, but it might be easier than you think! It is also the best nutrition for a newborn, and provides a sense of empowerment to mummies seeing your…
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30 Mar 2025
Here are some useful tips on how you can make the most out of your learning and better retain the baby massage skills you've learnt with us. Our online baby massage classes are complimentary and are…
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30 Mar 2025
You're finally meeting your bundle of joy! Just thinking about cradling him in your arms, it's easy to feel overwhelmed with endless love and happiness. Apart from cuddling, there are many ways you…
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