Aud-Pregnancy | My Pregnancy Skin Care Regime

One of the most common questions I received during my pregnancy will be "What skincare do you use to keep your skin so nice?"

Hmm, actually I do not have a special skincare regime for pregnancy. I use whatever I have. Let me share with you the products I use.

Aud-Pregnancy | The Little Life in Me, 25-38 weeks

After labor, I too couldn't escape the fate of many mothers. I suffer from memory lost. Luckily I kept a baby journal that helps me refresh all the precious moments during pregnancy, and it also aids me in drafting my post. If you have not, head over to read my post on my 0-12 weeks and 13- 24 weeks.

On 2 May, I nearly fainted again. Luckily I was at the bank. Thanks to the security guard and the lady from OCBC bank @ City Square branch for helping me. Thank you so much!

Fell sick on week 25, had a bad cough and couldn't sleep well for nights.

Week 28, baby weight 1.23 kg. Doctor says my girl will not be small. Oh my... Hope she will not take my build. Be like papa better, slender and tall.

Aud-Pregnancy | Things A Mum-to-be Needs during Pregnancy

So previously I have listed a list of the things a mum-to-be needs for her newborn, what about the mother? What does a mother need during pregnancy? Different mum will need different things, but these are some basic items that most mum-to-be needs.

Maternity Clothes

Honestly, I did not buy a single piece of maternity wear as I was able to fit into my normal clothes until the last trimester. Lucky me, I have a very nice sister in law. She gave me some of her maternity wear so that I can tide over the last 3 months of my pregnancy.

Stretch Mark Cream

I personally feel this is a must. There are various brands out there. I got this Mama & Kids stretch mark cream from Japan. It is the number one ranking in Japan. I love that it is made by natural ingredient (which is why it is best to finish within 6 months) and easy to apply. Oh, and it is not oily at all. Definitely will not leave you with greasy skin.

Aud-Pregnancy | What to Pack for Hospital Bag

Hello guys! I am back. I know it's been a while since my last update but having confinement and dealing with a newborn for the first time is kinda overwhelming. I bet all mums will understand. Okay, I will try my best to catch up on all the posts. First, let's continue on the topic of preparing for delivery ya.

A common question asked by all mums-to-be, when and what should I pack for hospital bag? Here's a list of the things I've packed for myself. This shall give you a rough idea on what to pack for your own. By the way, I packed my bag when I was 37 weeks pregnant. Baby came on the 38 weeks 5 days.

Discharge Clothes

I prepared a pair of discharge clothes but in the end I wore my admission clothes upon discharge. 

Hoodie/ Jacket/ Shawl

This is to keep yourself warm during the stay in the hospital.

Aud-Pregnancy | The Little Life in Me, 13-24 weeks

Hey there! How are you doing? I'm back with a little update on my baby journal on week 13 to 24. I'm a little slow I know, there're so many things that I want to blog about but so little time! Anyway, here's week 0 to week 12 if you have not read.

On week 13, I almost fainted when I was on my way home after lunch with Kareshi. Not sure what triggered it but it was really scary. Luckily Kareshi was with me. 

Yeah, we have decided on baby's name. We had a name for boy and girl, so no matter what gender my baby is, we are readied. If it's a baby boy, his name will be Leif; if it's a girl, Joie will be her name.

Aud-Pregnancy | Things A Mum-To-Be Needs for Her Newborn

Being a mum-to-be myself, I know how difficult it can be to list and get the stuffs you might need for your precious newborn. Here is a list of mine, use it as a reference as different mums might have different needs.

Baby Cot, Ikea $79 & Mattress, Seahorse $19.90

I got an affordable one from Ikea. It couldn't turn into co-sleep bed (the sides can't be lowered) but it can turn into a playpen. As for the mattress, it's actually a foldable mattress from Seahorse brand that I have at home, so I just make do with it.

Aud-Pregnancy | Haruhonpo, A Bag-Full of Happiness {Backpack Traveler}

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Have I told you how much I love my Haruhonpo Deluxe Travel bag? If you missed it, you can read it >>here<<.

I got myself another bag from Haruhonpo. This time I choose a backpack. The initial color (Denim Polka dots) that I wanted was out of stock and has to wait till mid July, I couldn't wait that long so I opt to my second choice which is the Checkers Sugar Black.

Aud-Pregnancy | Haruhonpo, A Bag-Full of Happiness {Deluxe Travel}

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Hello my dearies! How's life? I am at my last trimester now. Time flies eh? Can't imagine that I will be delivering in another 3 months! Things are pretty much the same, but I do get tired easily now. Hence the hiatus on blog updates. This post took me weeks to finish so do support by reading, okay?

Today, I'm gonna talk about a bag that I recently found and have really grow fond of it. When I was in the midst of getting all the baby stuffs for my girl, I thought that maybe I should also get a diaper bag aka mummy bag for myself. Confession: Before I was a mum myself, I thought that mummy bag is pure gimmick and not necessary as any bag can do the job. So why the need?

Haruhonpo | My only preggy photo

But now I am a mum myself, the thought of getting a mummy bag grew stronger so I did quite a bit of research to see if there's a need for one. After reading up, I think I finally understand why it is popular among the mummies. Mummy bag is specially designed to accommodate to mummies' needs, so what's a mum needs of a bag? Apparently, lots of compartments and extra lightweight.

Going out with a baby can be quite daunting. Things like a couple of diapers, handkerchiefs, extra clothes and mittens, thermo flask, milk bottle, milk, pacifier, and small blanket will need to be brought along to attend to baby's needs. Not forgetting mummy's own belongings like wallet, phone, camera and more.

A normal bag with limited storage compartments can be a mess loaded with all the things above but a mummy bag will do the job just right by providing more than 10 compartments for mums to organize. Besides that, imagine the weight of the bag that you will be carrying around along with a baby. I bet my shoulder will break, so extra lightweight is necessary.

 Haruhonpo | A Bag-Full of Happiness

After much research, I found Haruhonpo | 小晴天本舖- A Taiwan brand that specialize in diaper bags aka Haru Air Bag. Unlike other western diaper bag brand, Haru Air Bag is colorful, vibrant and soft in texture. It feels kinda fluffy (like there's air inside) hence the name Air Bag 空气包. The colorful and versatile design makes the bag suitable for any ladies too! You can read more about the brand story >>here<<.

Currently, Haruhonpo has 7 different designs of Haru Air Bag. Six for the adults and one for the kids. I had my eyes on their Deluxe Travel bag and Backpack Traveler (will feature in another post).

Deluxe Travel Bag

Deluxe Travel Shoulder Bag in Christmas Candy

Aud-Pregnancy | The Little Life in Me, 0-12 weeks

Harlo, it's me again. I am back with my pregnancy update. I am 24 weeks pregnant now so sorry to say this is a way overdue post. Lol. Things certainly changed after I found out that I am pregnant, may it be physical or mentally. Well, let's see what had happened in my first trimester.

For the first 4 weeks, I didn't even know I was pregnant until I realized my period was late. Haha! Read about the finding out >>here<<. Me and kareshi took quite some time to digest this great news and to slowly pace ourselves.

The moment I knew I am pregnant, I had already decided on having a baby journal. It will be like a "book" of letters I write to my baby, documenting what had happened throughout the whole pregnancy. I believe it will be a great way to keep all these unique memories. In the future when baby grows older, I can show baby how he or she grew. Wonder if he or she will be interested to know. Hehe.

Aud-Pregnancy | The Change of Focus

Never have I thought this time would come so fast. I am not complaining. In fact, I enjoy it pretty much despites all the stress we are going through.

In the past, whenever I am on my laptop I am always on blog or researching on beauty products, skin cares, and cute stuffs. Now, whenever I am on my laptop, I am still researching but on a whole new level of topics such as nice strollers, the good diapers, the best formula and even breastfeeding and confinement. Yes, What Concerns Me Now are Strollers, Diapers, Formulas not Toners, Moisturizers or Whatsoever.

Life changed so much after I found out that I am growing a little human inside me. The things I eat, the things I do, it all changes in certain ways, for the better cause. I eat healthier, takes lots of fruits, drink even more water (used to drink close to 2.5 liters per day, now maybe close to 3.5 liters?),  and I watch my lifestyle now.

Watching my lifestyle means sleep early, read good books, attends Dharma class, listen to new age/ soothing musics (no change in this as I always listen to them), and try my best to be positive at all time (this doesn't really work out that good when the weird hormones kick in though).

Lucky me, the little human seems to be very considerate for the mummy because as of now, I still do not have a single bit of uncomfortableness. No morning sickness, no changes in appetite, have not gain too much weight, no drastic change in hormones that causes breakouts and sorts (phew I still look pretty! Lol)

I would say, it was a pleasant 5 months. In another 4 months, we shall meet ya my little one!

Walking on with love,
Aud

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Aud-Pregnancy | The Finding Out of The Little Life in Me

I know it seems like an excuse but seriously, my life has changed drastically. So many things happened together which makes me kinda breathless but I have to say, it was an amazing journey. I've blogged a summary about the important events that took place in my life >>here<<. Read it before you continue this post.

Now, back to this post. On the 13.12.14, I was expecting my monthly friend to visit, but after a long wait I see no sight of her and thought that maybe its due to the travelling to Taiwan (went to Taiwan twice in a month), so I continued waiting for her arrival.

11 days later, she was still MIA (missing in action). I thought that it was kinda weird as she has always been very punctual, so I decided to went for a check with a wondering mind.

After the check, sitting right in front of a professional human, my heart stopped for a while and I couldn't hear what that human was saying and I went, [huh? What did you say?]