Thoughts from working parents about breastfeeding
KUCHING: As World Breastfeeding Week is observed from Aug 1-7, the focus on “Enabling Breastfeeding: Making a Difference for Working Parents” aims to promote and support breastfeeding among parents with work responsibilities. New Sarawak Tribune interviewed a few members of the public here to gather their thoughts on the matter. Munirah Apandi, 33, highlighted the […]
Breastfeeding benefit baby’s growth
KUCHING: Nursing mothers must be given full support and care to enable them to successfully breastfeed their babies for their healthy growth. Science (nutrition) officer of Sarawak Health Department (JKNS) Jacqueline Joana Stanley Sating said that a woman who exclusively breastfeeds needs the support of her spouse, family members, workplace as well as professional support […]
Pregnant women should consult specialists before Covid vaccination
PUTRAJAYA: Pregnant women can take the Covid-19 vaccine but need to consult their doctors and specialists on the risks of the vaccination, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba. “Getting the Covid-19 vaccine can be considered on a ‘case-by-case basis’ for those who are pregnant after consulting their doctors. Doctors need to discuss (with […]
