Teething is definitely one of the most dreadful ordeal that your baby can experience. The irritating achiness brought by this development might even be more painful for you, his caregiver, than for your little one. However, you don’t need to get so stressed out with the idea of teething as the following remedies will surely help you in easing the teething pain that your baby might be feeling.

1. Gum Rub. Teething babies usually find it soothing when their gums are rubbed during this phase. So soothe your baby’s teething aches by gently rubbing his gums with your clean finger for a few minutes.

2. Cold Washcloth. Most babies love gnawing on cold items especially when they’re teething, and a cold washcloth is the safest and best teething toy that you can provide your tot. Soothe them by placing a clean, wet washcloth in the chiller for about 15 minutes, then let your baby chew on it.

3. Teething Toys and Rings. Rubber teething toys and rings come in all shapes and sizes. Some have bumps, while there are also some that needs to be filled with water that should be chilled in the freezer. If you don’t have enough budget purchase a teething toy, create a homemade teething toy by squeezing water into your child’s pacifier then chill it.

4. Cold Food. If your baby is already old enough to eat solid foods, then gnawing on cold foods is perfect for him. Anything from frozen grapes, bananas, bagels, cold yogurt and applesauce will do the trick. Just place the food in a mesh feeder to ensure that your baby gets to chew on the cold food without swallowing some large pieces.

5. Teething Biscuits. There are babies who love chewing cold food, but there are also those who don’t enjoy cold items. If your baby is the latter, you can still soothe his teething pains by giving him some hard teething biscuits. You can also opt for the solid foods offered by brands like Gerber, Healthy Time and Earth’s Best. Just make sure that your baby is already old enough to chew and eat solid foods.

6. Pain Medication for Children. If all else fails, try using small doses of children’s pain reliever, such as infant Motrin or Tylenol. Just be sure to consult your paediatrician first before giving your baby an acetaminophen or any form of pain reliever.

With these effective teething remedies, you can now soothe the teething pains that your baby is feeling and give him a good rest especially at night.

Thanks to Singapore’s humid climate, the moisture in our skin never dries out and makes it less prone to early appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots. However, too much oil and moisture on the face makes it prone to pimples and blackheads—not to mention the unattractive shine it lends on the look.

To make the face look glowing and flawless without the grease, make sure to use the right kind of base for your makeup. Here are 5 of the best foundations especially designed for oily skin.

1. Revlon Makeup Colorstay for Combination/Oily Skin

This foundation is, hands down, the best drugstore foundation for oily skin. It keeps oiliness at bay; and even after sweating, the foundation stays on the skin. Many even said that Revlon Colorstay is a dupe of the high-end Estee Lauder Double Wear, which we’ll talk about next.

2. Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Makeup

Oily skins stay beautifully matte all day with this foundation. While it is a on the pricier side, the longevity of this product is outstanding—you can last the whole day without retouching with powder. Perhaps, the only downside is that this foundation is thick, but when blended well can provide the best coverage and flawless finish to the skin.

3. MAC Pro Longwear Foundation

One of the top makeup brands in the beauty industry, MAC also has a range of foundations specifically designed for oily skin type. The MAC Pro Longwear Foundation with SPF10 is perhaps the best the brand has to offer for oily gals. This foundation is a great mattifier and finishes into a matte, satin texture. And most importantly, it lasts ages on the skin, too.

4. Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse

This light-weight mousse foundation is another drugstore wonder for ladies on budget. Once it sets, it mattifies the skin in a wonderfully light way—not like most full-coverage foundation. Application with fingers works well, but a sponge or a Beauty Blender works even better.

5. CoverGirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation

Boasting a longevity like that of a primer, a blendability of a foundation, and a coverage of a concealer, CoverGirl’s Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation is a god-send drugstore makeup for ladies with oily skin. Like the rest of the foundations mentioned, this also sets to a matte finish so the skin stays shine-free all day long.

As what you may have already noticed, foundations for oily skin should preferably be in matte finish. Such products are more effective in controlling oil production of the skin, and therefore keeping the makeup in place for longer hours.

A disturbed sleeping pattern is a common problem among adults and older people. If you happen to be one of those people who often find themselves having the hardest time to sleep at night, you might also be guilty of doing these things:

1. Sleeping with Pillows That Are Either Too Fat or Too Flat

Your head pillow should be thick enough to provide just the right support for your neck to maintain a neutral position while sleeping. A pillow that’s too fat or too flat can cause stiff neck when you wake up the next day.

2. Sleeping with Blue Lights On

Whether it’s from your phone, tablet, laptop, or TV, any blue light that illuminates the room can make falling asleep difficult for you. Once you get in bed, try not to use your phone or your laptop—or better yet turn off all your electronics—for a good night’s sleep.

3. Sleeping On a Dirty Mattress

It is advisable to have your mattress aired out at least once a month to get rid of dust and bacteria caused by dust mites and molds. These can cause allergies that keep you awake at night. If it has been a long while since you last remembered when your mattress was last replaced, now is the best time to get a new one.

4. Taking Long Day Naps

Napping too much during the day is not helpful in sustaining a good sleeping pattern. A nap should be no longer than 20 minutes and should only be done no later than three in the afternoon.

5. Constantly Checking the Time

If you keep checking the clock and worrying about how much time you have left to sleep, it would make sleeping more difficult for you. Before getting to bed, just make sure to set your alarm clock so you wake up at the right time the next day.

6. Lack of Exercise

Regular exercise is believed to improve a person’s quality of sleep. However, it’s not advisable to do exercises three to four hours before going to bed.

Getting back into a healthy sleeping pattern isn’t that difficult. However, you really have to be dedicated with it to make sure it works and you get the most revitalizing sleep that will energize you the next day.

Having a bloated tummy isn’t just reserved for most Singaporean women during that time of the month. Sometimes it’s actually the foods that we eat that causes that full, and gassy feeling. To help you prevent bloating, here is a list of foods that may be contributing to your bloated belly.

1. Apples and Pears. Each of these fruits contain around five grams of fibre, which makes them an excellent source of soluble fibre, but can wreak havoc for people with sensitive bellies. However, don’t completely avoid these fruits. Just consume a quarter or a half of these fruits so that you still get to enjoy their flavour without getting a bloated tummy.

2. Dairy Products. Lactose intolerance usually ranges from mild to severe, and gas is known as one of its common symptoms. If you think you’re experiencing this condition, then limit the amount of dairy products that you consume. If it helps, then opt drinking lactose-free milk, or taking Lactaid pills to aid your body in digesting milk products.

3. Beans. This fruit is rich in oligosaccharide, a sugar that isn’t normally digested by the body. But there’s no need to completely avoid beans, just eat small amounts of it along with other digestible whole grains like quinoa or rice to help your body get used to eating them.

4. Asparagus, Broccoli and Cabbage. Their odoriferous outcome is the reason why these veggies are usually avoided. The gassy feeling caused by these veggies is brought by raffinose, another type of sugar that our bodies don’t normally digest. Sadly, there’s nothing that you can about the gas they produce, but consuming them moderately will help in preventing a bloated tummy afterward.

5. Salty Foods. Although sodium doesn’t directly cause gas, it can definitely make you retain some water. To avoid this, cut back on your salty foods consumption, and practice reading the labels of the foods that you purchase. Also, make sure that you don’t exceed 2,300 mg salt intake each day.

6. Fatty Foods. We all know that fat is a main culprit in slowing down our digestion, which gives food more time to ferment while increasing the sensation of fullness.

7. Chewing Gum and Hard Candies. Every time you suck or chew on these, you usually end up swallowing more air. Also, consuming candies that contain artificial sweeteners usually leads to gastrointestinal issues.

8. Carbonated drinks. Carbonated drinks like beer and soda is one of the main culprits for a bloated belly as they release carbon dioxide that eventually leads to bloating. Replace these drinks with water or juice to avoid getting a bloated belly.

Like in other things, moderation is the key to effectively avoid getting a bloated tummy. So, consume these foods in moderation, and enjoy a gas-free tummy.

Even the most bag-crazy Singaporean woman would admit that there’s just no limit as to how many bags they need. Unless you’re someone lucky enough to have a room-sized bag closet, space will always be an issue, which is why you’ll need to strip down to the bags that you really need. So before you start raiding your bag closet and get rid of those arm candies, here is a list of the bag types that’s definitely worth keeping in your closet.

1. Crossbody Bag

This bag is one of the types worth keeping in your closet as it’s so comfortable and wearable. Crossbody bags come in handy as you do a hands-free shopping, or train commuting. If you’re going to have your hands full on a particular day, then don’t hesitate to wear this piece around. The occasions where you can use this bag are endless.

2. Weekender Bag

Weekender bags aren’t just perfect for impromptu trips around Singapore, this large bag can also take on the work of all the bags you use in your daily life. It could serve as your gym bag, grocery bag, and a carry-on bag that will allow you to haul more stuff with you during your flight.

3. Structured Tote Bag

Among the bags that you own, this is the type that you often take with you to work. Purchase a larger version of this bag in case you need to carry laptops, tablets, or any files with you. If you only have your basic essentials – makeup, magazine, and cellular phone – then a medium-sized bag is already good for you. Opt for the ones set in classic colours, and you don’t have to worry whether or not your bag matches your look.

4. Day Clutch Bag

Also known as brunch bag, this arm candy is perfect to carry if you’re only going to spend a couple of hours outside and don’t plan to carry your handbag. Although a sequined clutch is cute, you’d mostly want to stick with a more casual, and grab on-the-go bag.

5. Evening Clutch Bag

This is definitely one of the favourite bag type of each women because aside from being easy to carry, most evening clutch bag designs are just so pretty. Stock on at least two of these that are set in neutral shades to go well with almost everything.

6. Quirky Bag

Quirky bags are considered as the just-for-fun bags. You get to decide on the structure and shape of your quirky bag, so pick something that will really make you stand out during your night-outs with friends.