Hello,
Long time no see..
Unknowingly I am a mother for close to 3 months!
I am getting used to my life as a mummy now!
I almost went crazy after my confinement nanny left.. I thought my world turned upside down!
Haha.. I am not exaggerating!

Breastfeeding and catching up with my supply was tough..taking care of a newborn ALONE without prior experience make it even worse.. My Son's full month celebration was during the CNY period and my hubby went back to work after the CNY week..

You have no idea how bleak I thought my life was! Everyday I see myself forgoing my own needs to meet the demand of my son (小Kaisor).

His feeding was every 2 hours then.. I don't even have time to rest! Let alone cook!

I am thankful to have Tian Wei Signature Confinement Food!

Tian Wei Signature is a confinement meal caterer for Mothers during their confinement in Singapore. Some people do confinement for 100 days! So having confinement food even after your confinement is perfectly ok!

Tian Wei Signature stands out from the rest as their menu is prepared by an award winning chef, they have fusion confinement meal incorporated into their menu as well..

Their menu consist of Traditional Confinement Meals, Japanese and Mediterranean cooking style, all using traditional confinement ingredients. In Tian Wei Signature they believe that Confinement Meals are supposed to be creative and exciting, to pamper mothers during this time of recuperation with the essential ingredients for Post Natal Mothers.

You can order their trial set to try..

The main nutrients in Lao Xie Zhen boiled essence of chicken is protein. 

Protein is the crucial nutrient needed during pregnancy. 

It is good for pregnant and breastfeeding mum because:

1. Booth energy level and strengthen immune system

2. Helps in growth/development of the baby

4. Enhances the nutrition of the milk

5. Repair the cells and tissues in the body

Hence it is the number one choice for mothers during pregnancy and post-natal care!

Why Choose Lao Xie Zhen?

Main difference between Lao Xie Zhen Premium BOILED Essence of Chicken 熬鸡精 and other chicken essence in Singapore is the method of extraction. 

Through Lao Xie Zhen method of boiling, they achieved a more complete extraction of nutrients and a much better taste!

Most other brands that manufacture Chicken Essence use the dripping or steaming method. This causes loss of water on the surface of the chicken and results in water flowing out of the chicken. Only small amounts of the nutrients are extracted in this process.

Lao Xie Zhen uses the boiling method where the chicken is immersed into water and through this unique boiling method, a more complete extraction of nutrients is achieved.

The essences are packed into sachets of 42ml each which makes it really convenient to heat up for consumption.. 

Unlike the usual glass bottles packaging, these sachets take way lesser time to warm up..

It is easy and convenient to prepare..

(Tips: Best to consume warmed in the morning before meals)

Step 1: Put the unopened sachet into a mug

Step 2: Soak it in hot water for 3 minutes

Step 3: Tear open the sachet and consume

Alternatively you can add it into soup or other dishes for better taste and nourishment.. 

Hao Yi Kang Chicken Essence is 100% natural with no preservative, no additive and no cholesterol.. 

Highly recommended by me!!

It is a good gift for family members during Chinese New Year too :)

They have nice Chinese New Year packaging :)

Where to purchase?

Early Bird Deals!

From 1 Jan to 18 Jan 2018

Hao Yi Kang is having bundle deals on their 

website www.so-well.com.sg ! Do check it out! Don't missed out this promotion!

3. The elegant white dress..
I love this dress! Can achieve the elegant and classy look!

Why Mamamiyo Photography?

1. Female photographer + assistant

I am not sure about you.. but I prefer to have female photographer doing more intimate/sensual photoshoot for me.. 

2. Maternity gowns provided (3 Outfits/ 3 settings)

I don't have to think of what to wear.. don't need to buy gowns that I will wear only 1 time..

I can have different look! Not just one look.. Look at the above pics! I can look sweet, look casual and look elegant! They have other outfits for you to choose from as well.. :)

3. Make up and Simple hair styling

If you are someone who don't usually put on make up.. you can top up to get your make up and hair done! A one stop service..

4. Studio setting

Mamamiyo rented the whole condo unit solely for photoshoot purpose! They don't live in the same unit..  Initially I thought is a homebased studio, what if the photographer's husband appear out of no where.. or someone else is at home, what should I do? Lol..but fret not! No one is there to see you! Only photographer, her assistant and your husband! Haha.. and they have toilet for you to change..

I love the natural light and the curtain backdrop!

5. Cleanliness

I love how clean the studio is.. I know some photographers they rent studio at industrial area..

Very dusty.. I really don't foresee myself bringing my baby there for newborn photoshoot!

6. Props

They really have lots of props! Not just for maternity photoshoot.. but newborn photoshoot as well!

Check it out..

They have this fabric sterilizer! Ensure the fabric are clean to use on newborn baby!

7. All photos given back in 4R with basic retouch
Mamamiyo will send you a dropbox link to download the pics.. when I received the pics, I am so pleased with their work! The pics all look so good! You can select 6 pics for further retouch!
I had a hard time selecting the 6 pics.. because all pics look so nice to me even before the further retouch!

Maternity package SGD 428

- 1.5 hrs photoshoot in studio

- 3 outfits with 3 different settings

- Husband and Children can join for free

- Maternity gowns provided

- All photos given back in 4R softcopy with basic retouch

- 6 selected photos given back in hi-reso with further retouch

I find the package super reasonable! You can save $ on the outfits! Because it is provided.. 3 different outfits for you to achieve 3 different look! Plus all images return to you with basic retouch!!!

I have a friend who sign a $188 package (only return 6 pics).. end up she have to buy maternity gown, and she top by $350 to get back all the pics -__-"

Total she pay $538 + maternity gown $46 = $584

and her pic was repetitive, because she only brought one maternity gown -__-"

Pics by Mamamiyo Photography

I will share some pics on my instagram @bigtreeandkoala , pics before further retouch!

Love all the pics by Mamamiyo Photography!
Pregnancy is such a wonderful journey <3 Glad to have this moment captured!
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Thank you Mamamiyo Photography for this wonderful photoshoot session <3

Dear readers/friends, do tag your mum-to-be or friends with new born!
Share with them about mamamiyo photography if you love the pics as much as we do <3
They have Newborn family photoshoot as well! Super nice!!

Check out their website for more info : 

https://www.mamamiyo-photography.com/

<3
See you on my instagram: @bigtreeandkoala :)

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Hello fellow mum to be,

Have you heard of the brand GAIA (Australian brand) ?

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GAIA have a wide range of baby friendly products, ranging from baby shampoo, sleeptime bath, baby moisturiser, baby massage oil, bamboo baby wipes..etc 

GAIA products are especially good for eczema and sensitive skin..

they uses pure, natural and organic ingredients that is good for the baby's skin :)

Other than baby skincare products,

GAIA have a range of products catering for pregnant, new mum-to-be like myself too :)

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Do you know that your skin can change significantly when you are pregnant and with hormones fluctuating, this can lead to skin dryness and sensitivities, not to mention the itchiness you get from expanding belly..

Introducing the products I have been using since pregnant! :)

Gaston Luga

Gaston Luga's backpack is a Swedish design lifestyle backpack..

The brand was founded by Carl who had the vision to design minimalist backpacks.

It began when the founder met a France traveller name Gaston during a trip to a new continent. Gaston told Carl that he believe that a backpack is the optimal companion when discovering the world. This prompted Carl to create a functional and unique backpack that one could bring to travel the world.

Here's a picture of me with the JNC slow juicer and fruits :)

I have always wanted a slow juicer.. because I want to include all my fav fruits to create a juice of my choice :) sad to say I can't put durian in.. hahaha

Above pic with the clean container before cleaning..

Operation
We let the IQ robot vacuum roam around while we do some packing. The robot operates rather quietly, emitting just a low humming noise. Whenever it touches an obstacles with its rubber protected bumper, it will right turn and continue vacuuming. No fear for curbs or stairs, as the IQ robot vacuum is equipped with proximity sensors. It will turn away when it reaches the edge of the stairs or curbs.

after 30 minutes of vacuuming...

We were shock to see this!! Because we thought our living room is already very clean!!

Didn't know our living room is still so dusty!! 

Cleaning up
Cleaning up is also very easy. Remove the container from the robot, empty the rubbish, wash the container and filter, let it dry and its done! Fully charge the robot and its good to go for next round of vacuuming! :)

Conclusion
The JNC IQ Robot Vacuum Cleaner is a value for money entry level robot vacuum cleaner. It is compact and very easy to use. It does a decent job in vacuuming and can last about 50 minutes.
As JNC IQ Robot Vacuum Cleaner is an entry level robot, it does not have those complex mapping system like those in Samsung or iRobot. Hence, there will be some areas where the JNC IQ Robot Vacuum Cleaner will miss out, and it does not automatically return to the docking station for charging when the battery is flat.

Due to our busy work schedule, we think it is good to have a JNC IQ Robot to do the Vacuum cleaning.. For home owners who are looking for a affordable and basic robot vacuum cleaner, JNC IQ Robot Vacuum Cleaner is a must buy!

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Moreover it is having promotion right now!!

Get yours now!!

3 in 1 JNC IQ Robot Vacuum Cleaner is having a CNY Special!
Retail price is $229! Now it is going at $93.60!

Limited time only!

Click here:  

http://www.buyhome.sg/item/JNC-CNY-SPECIAL-3-IN-1-JNC-IQ-ROBOT/431631496

Follow us on instagram : @bigtreeandkoala 

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The Artisan Apron not only make pretty cupcakes..

they make super beautiful cakes as well.. below are some of my favourite!!

So beautiful!!

aww.. can I have this for my birthday next year? >.< So beautiful..

The flower is edible!! How amazing..

OMG!..I love this too..house party/picnic with edible flowers..

Cupcakes in a bouquet..

Wedding cake! Super Chio!

For more information/photos, you may visit:

Website: http://www.theartisansapron.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theartisansapron/

Instagram: TheArtisansApron

Feel free to drop them an email, or message if you have some special request :)

They are very friendly and nice people :)

<3

Thank you PasJel Singapore for sending me these products :)

I really love the pastel colour packaging! :)

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This post I am going to reveal the secret Skincare products I have been using for the past 2 years! I am loving the results and I would like to extend the product(s) benefits to all my friends and love ones! 

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I know you must be thinking..

Is this another sponsored post?

Honestly, I am always skeptical of products reviews which are sponsored, because somehow I feel that the blogger is obligated to blog positive reviews about the product(s). 

Even if advertisers approach me to do sponsorship, I will ask to try out the product/services before taking up the sponsorship and share it in my blogpost.

Why?

Because I don't blog for a living or for fame.. I only blog because I enjoy sharing good things/food/deals.. etc with my friends and love ones.

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Although I have to be honest that this is a Sponsored Post..but I have to clarify that for the past 2 years I have been buying their products using my own $.. ok.. maybe not my own $, but my husband's $ because he paid for it. Haha.

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-417 (Minus 417) products review

I first came across this brand at Nex, while waiting for my husband. 

The sales consultant approach me and I thought why not give it a try.. 

since I am waiting for my husband..

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The sales consultant apply 2 products on my hand.. and I instantly fall in love with these 2 products! The Aromatic Body Peeling and Aromatic Body Butter <Kiwi and Mango>.. I am not exaggerating or being "kua zhang" here. You must try it yourself to know how it feels!

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The aromatic body peeling is like body scrub, after the scrub apply the body butter.. You will be surprise that your hand instantly become very very soft! My husband was there when I try out the products too.. He think that the product is really good.. So he brought it for me :)

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Meet up with Yi Lee, a fun loving, friendly and professional make up artist from The Style Atelier.. I love her personality.. and we click well.. :)
Love the make up and hairdo she did for me too! :)

Check out Yi Lee's portfolio > HERE :)

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Lastly.. Thanks SilverLining Bridal Couture for lending us the garden gown! :)

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