Isabel's Schedule 👶📝

Assalammualaikum readers! 😍😍😍

Tonight's post won't be something most of you would want to know, but then again this is a requested post ok? So, if you guys are keen to know about it, keep on reading! 😘 p.s I am no Specialist, but I'll share with you anyway based on my own experience. If you girls aren't comfortable with mine, you don't have to stick to my suggestions alright? Xoxo.

Consumptions
Ok so let's start from the very beginning when Isabel was still an infant. Know that at this stage you need your 100% full attention on your little one. Breastfeeding is ideal for her, and if it's possible, try to do this for as long as your child needs it. Based from my knowledge, at the average of 4 years old, your kid would most probably stop breastfeeding. If he or she still prefer it after 4, by all means! Besides breastfeeding do have more nutritional benefits than formula milk. I cannot recall how many times a day my daughter would have her milk but because she was still an infant, that's the only thing that she would consume. So, quite often she would ask for milk.
As she grew older, her milk consumptions will gradually decrease, and that's normal. But try to make him or her drink more. For example, in my case, baby has been drinking like 2-3 times per day? And I'm trying to increase her milk consumption by giving her milk when she has her afternoon nap, instead of giving her pacifier. I personally think pacifier isn't good for her, and I don't want my baby to have the habit of relying to a pacifier each time she wants to sleep. Never let your child get too use to pacifiers. You can do some research to find the answer why.
Right now baby takes formula milk. In fact, she starts drinking formula milk since she reached a few months old. But not because I choose to, but I have to for some personal reason.. Anyway, when she was still breastfeeding, it was tough for me because I was still schooling and I had to rush back home to feed her. Until someone just introduce to me this breast pump machine which I think is very smart. It might comes in handy for mummies who are working and still wants to breastfeed her child. It looks something like this.

I don't know about other brands, but Pigeon actually provides extra milk storage for other days when you're away. And it also has a milk bottle that can be connected to the pump itself so you can directly gives the milk to your child by just changing the cover. It's very convenient for me and I have been relying on it throughout the whole time she breastfeeds. OH AND ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU WANT TO GO OUT WITH YOUR CHILD, AND IT'S HER FEEDING TIME, IT WILL BE A HASSLE FOR YOU TO HIDE YOURSELF BEFORE FEEDING HER. And at times when you just couldn't find any hidden place and you need to cover yourself at the same time, that's where this pump will come in handy! Because you don't have to do that anymore! You just have to bring along your milk bottle and her milk which you have pumped out, and you're all ready to feed her!

 

Sleeping time!

Initially her sleeping time was 9am, and I think that's a good timing range when your child needs to sleep. But as she grew older, she starts sleeping late and that part, I cannot deny, it's my fault. Because I have been sleeping late amd she will tend to follow my sleeping schedule. So dear soon-to-be mothers, please sleep early if you want your kid to sleep early alright? You are their main influence!

Afternoon nap seems to be essential for our children, I'm not sure why, but baby do has her afternoon naps, and it will usually be between 2 to 4pm. It depends on your kid. You'll one day know their time range.

 

Leisure Activities

We don't have a fixed leisure activity, but we will always have one mostly during weekends. What we would do is to go out for shopping, swimming, picnic, etc. Basically those activities we do are the first thing that pops up into my mind. Like a snap, and 'yup ok that's what we'll do tomorrow' kinda thing. Spending time with your kid is very important and you have to start at an early stage. This actually creates a strong bond between the both of you and makes it easier for you and your kid when he or she grows up. He or she will be more comfortable when talking or sharing things with you. And I personally think that you shouldn't be too strict towards your kid. Not that I'm trying to pamper her but she will grow up to be scared of me, and that's when she wouldn't want to share things with me. Because she will rather keep things from me than getting a scolding from me. And that would be a problem. Let's face it, everyone makes mistakes. So stay firm, not being strict. There's a difference.

So far, these are the few components that I can think of right now. Do let me know if I've missed out any other important factors ok? I hope this answer to your question. Again, I'm no specialist, but just sharing with you based on my own experience.
Until then, in sha Allah! Always be strong mothers! Love ya! 😘😘😘

 

 

How do I handle my life as a single mom?

Ok, this is a requested post, and a very 'heavy' question for me to bring about. Because I don't really took notice of what I've done to carry on with my life you know? It's just like another normal day for me. But definitely, being a single mom requires yourself to be extra strong, not only for yourself but for your child as well. Well you can say that I've been a single mom since the day my daughter was born (don't ask me anything about this please).
And I'll be open for the sake of my readers, but it's your choice to judge me or not. I have been a mother since I was 18 years old. Right now, I'm 20. So, I am not only a mother, but was also a full time student. I was still at my 1st year when I was pregnant. At that point of time I was faced with major criticisms be it in school or outside school. However, my lecturers were very helpful and motivating, even my PEM who frequently would email me for updates or asking me about my health. My course manager especially was very helpful. I have to say this, he actually went to 5 places across Singapore just to collect baby's items from his ex-students' place with his wife and dropped by my house only at night. If I still have the picture to show you how many items he brought back here, I would have shown you guys. It was A LOT! It can literally cover one store room (not exaggerating)! Well that was just one short story I've digressed relating to this topic HAHAHA! Really thankful to have such kind people in this world, Alhamdulillah! Oh, and I remembered that I rejected the offer to take my exams during the holidays because I simply believe in myself. I know that I can still be like a normal student and I want to take my exams the same period as my friends, despite being different with a big tummy. Alhamdulillah, I passed everything and moved to the next following year with my classmates.
Anyway, the first few months was worst, because it didn't help the fact that there were no single-mom-and-full-time-student roles in my life! Fortunately I have an amazing family who would still accept her. Maybe none of them knew what I had to go through but they babysat and showered baby with love which I really appreciate to this day. Day-to-day duties for a single parent definitely requires extra effort, extra hard work, especially when you are still studying; coping with sleeplessness, baby's school, baby's expenses, my job, my school, etc. But Alhamdulillah I manage to complete my studies and received a diploma. You know, even if you have a child, don't make it as a barrier. If you really want to continue studying just like how you planned before you got your child, then go for it. Besides, your future affects her too. Because there's always a way to work out your problems. If I don't think this way, I think I might ended up quitting school. But how did I resolve the issue was simply by my family's support and finding a way to provide government's support.
Having a child, even after you're married is probably the biggest fear someone would face. At least for me. I've not set my path right, but yet I've already have a kid in my life to commit too. But sooner or later, I'll get past this fear. My life has always been a series of 'Oh, that was tough' crisis, but I just keep on going. You can't let things stop you, you know? You'll get stuck by then. Some things to overcome your panicky situation is to take one step at a time, and forget about long-term planning for once. You have the rest of your life to plot and plan with your short-term plans. These whole time, I have faced with a lot of obstacles and challenges along the way. This includes criticisms and rejections, which have made me loss my self-esteem and self-confidence. On top of that, I have to fight with my feeling of guilt, frustration, hopeless and fear. I had to go through a tough time battling on my own. But now, I truly think that all these feelings and treatment I get will just ruin me even more. And I definitely don't need that, especially now that I have a daughter. You really need to have a very positive mind set and focus just on yourself and your child. If there's anything you see that will do the both of you good, grab it while you have the chance to.

Having Isabel is my motivation to make it happen. The best thing I can do for my daughter is to show her how to be a strong woman without relying on anyone else but Allah.
I hope this answer to your question. Thank you for still sticking around with me even after I didn't update for long.

Until then, in sha Allah.. bye! 💘💘💘

 

 

Q&A sesh ❤❤

Assalammualaikum warrahmatullah dear readers ❤

Before I start answering any of your questions, I'd like to apologise for not keeping myself updated in this blog. I don't know, I've not been having any motivations lately to update about anything here. And I've been so busy with my life right now, it's been a hectic week for me. I've so much to think about lately. But in sha Allah, I'll try my best to update as much as possible alright? ❤ Until then, continue throwing me with any questions that you'd like to know and I will give you my best answer in sha Allah. Bye! 😘😘


Pie: Syukur Alhamdulillah. Thank you so much Pie! 😅

Iqa: Hello iqa! Thank you for the question. It really depends on one's perspective as to how they view their problem as you know? But as for me, in every problem I encounter, I don't really see it as a problem you see. Because I personally think that if I were to see it as a problem, it'll just turn me into a pessimistic person which I don't want that to happen of course. Instead, I look at all of them as a reward from Allah SWT. Know that all problems have a solution and rewards are waiting for us towards the end. No problem is a waste timer, but a lesson learnt and a gain of knowledge and experience.

Fil: Hahahaha hello Fil! 😅 Your question is abit too long for me to answer, so I will do this on a separate post alright? Keep a lookout on that. Thank you! 😍

Elly: Hi elly! Congrats on being a mom hun! 🎊🎉 Again, your question will be updated on a separate post. So please do keep a lookout on that. I'm more than happy to share with you my daily routines for my daughter. 😘

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Assalammualaikum my lovely readers! ❤❤❤




Yayyy finally its Friday, Alhamdulillah, which means its Q&A time for me! 🙌🙌 Ok so here goes.. 🙈

 

 

Junior: Hello Junior! 👐 You must have been that someone who's been with me for a very long time huh? Hahahaha, yes I've finally changed for the better. Syukur Alhamdulillah! Honestly, I'm surprised myself but it's amazing how people can change tremendously isn't it? Masha Allah! 😍 And, thank you so much for the words of encouragement. In Sha Allah, with His guidance, Isabel will be a strong and bright girl when she grows up. Amin!

 

Senior (What is this!! HAHAHA!): Hello senior! I'm guessing you and junior have something related? Hahaha! Anyway, my plans as for now is to take up Islamic courses, and at the same time, finding for part time or temporary job, because I'm still waiting for my application results in SIM. So if the application is unsuccessful, I'll work as an ICA as a full-timer. That is my plan as of now. In sha Allah.

 

Shfqh: Assuming your name is Shafiqah? Hahaha! Alhamdulillah my dear, thank you. But like what I said, everyone has their own struggles. Allah will not test on His servants more than their abilities. I'm just one of His servants. We're all equal as human beings.

 

Cherry: Masha Allah you're too sweet la! Hahaha 🙈🙈 I don't know what to say, but Alhamdulillah thank you hahaha! 😅😅 JazakAllahu Khair. May our hearts and Iman be beautiful as well, in sha Allah! Amin!

 

Fie: Hello Fie! 👐 I don't have a Twitter anymore 😣 I'm just left with my Instagram. Sorry!

 

Fiq: Alhamdulillah thank you Fiq hahaha! JazakAllahu Khair. 😉😉😉

 

Akil: Hello Akil! He is just that special someone ok? I cannot afford to explain more than that hahaha!

 

So that's it readers! Thank you so much for dropping by my blog and leaving me such wonderful comments. Syukur Alhamdulillah! Until then, keep the questions coming and I'll answer all of it next Friday alright? Until then, In Sha Allah! Byeee! ❤😍😍

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Assalammualaikum my lovely readers ❤❤❤


It's kinda late to do a post now, but I just feel so bad not to post anything and leave my dear blog as pathetically as it is 😪. I don't want this blog to go krikkrikkrik again. So I thought of having Q&A post tonight, in fact every Friday where I'll just answer to all your questions and comments here. As this blog is very new after being abandoned for a verrryyyyyy long time, I've only got a few questions to answer. Hahahaha but it's alright I'll still answer for the sake of my curious readers 😉😉 Keep the questions coming people and I'll do the next Q&A the following Friday (just that I'll post earlier hehhehehehe PROMISE! 🙆). Until then, hear from me again readers, in sha Allah. Love you guys! ❤😘


Anon: Hi anon! ❤ Try to leave your name instead so I won't call you 'anon' next time ok? Hahahaha! Btw YESSSS finalehhhh! 🎊🎊 You mean you were waiting?? Omgggg I am so sorryyyyy! Continue reading my blog now ok? Cause I will get myself active here, for you and the other readers. Leave any comments or suggestions on anything to improve here alright? Thank you love! ❤


Admirer......?: Hahaha! Hi! 👋😅 Thank you for being so honest hahaha! Do I have a boyfriend? Hahahahaha ok the answer is....... no I don't, and I'm not intending to have one. Thank you for the question though haha! 😅😉


Lydia: FINALLY A NAME hahaha! Hello dear!  ❤❤ Yes I already started wearing hijab quite recently actually. Alhamdulillah thank you 🎆🎆 Every girl wearing a hijab will always look beautiful sayang, in sha Allah. But really, thank you 🙈🙈💕 hahaha!


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