Beauty, Mums & Babies - A One-Stop Wellness Centre for Mums and Babies

At Beauty. Mums & Babies outlet at Paragon

It’s the Weekend! Time to bond with baby, André Aaron again. This week has been a hectic week, lots of urgent projects and work keeps piling up. I look forward to weekends as it gives me time to take a breather and be in touch with my family.

I discovered this wonderful place which offers a great opportunity for mums and babies to workout, connect and to relish lovely moments together.

Beauty, Mums & Babies is a one-stop wellness centre for mums and babies which provides many interesting activities such as Mums & Babies Yoga, Baby Spa, Baby Massage, Baby Grooming and pre and post-natal massages for Mums.

I tried three of the centre’s services, including the Mums & Babies Yoga, Baby Spa and Baby Massage. I must say that I am extremely pleased with the service and the overall ambience. For the Mums & Babies Yoga, we attended the session at the Paragon outlet and for the Baby Spa and Massage, we went to the outlet at Seletar Mall.

Mums & Babies Yoga

Bonding time with baby through yoga 

If you are looking for a place to lose your post pregnancy weight and bond with your baby, this is something you can consider. The Mums & Babies Yoga provides quality physical stimulation for you and your baby including, movement, touch, voice and deep relaxation. The session induces a relaxed, carefree and stress-free parent-infant interaction which develops as your baby grows.

Getting baby to relax during the session

The various and moves taught during the session include cat and cow, boat, camel, bridge, warrior and tree which help in the postural development of your baby from lying, sitting to walking. The movements also improve concentration, enhance body circulation, promote longer and more restful sleep and prevent indigestion and constipation. Regular yoga will also help your baby to be more nimble and agile.

Initially, Baby André was a little apprehensive and impatient and was crying as he was not used to being in a confined environment for too long. However, he was more relaxed after ten minutes and seemed to enjoy the yoga more. For first-timers, it is good not to force yourself or your baby to do all the moves as both of you may get injured. Always pace yourself and stop if you feel uncomfortable. If your baby is tired or fidgety, you can let him/ her lie on the mat and rest. The session is supposed to help you to de-stress, so do not overwork yourself.

Baby is delighted after the class

Movement combined with gentle touch is probably the best stimulation we can offer our babies. In Mums & Babies Yoga, this stimulation occurs through mutual involvement and engagement of parent and infant at a pace which is comfortable for both.

The instructor Joyce was very patient and was amazing with infants. She helped some of the mums to carry their babies when they got cranky and tired. 

Another picture with baby

After the first session, I felt rejuvenated and somehow my muscles felt more relaxed. Baby André also slept for over six hours during the night.

I will definitely be back for more Mums & Babies yoga sessions.



Baby Spa

Enjoying the spa

Babies love water as hydrotheraphy is the closest experience that replicates the environment in the womb. Baby André enjoys his daily baths as water has a calming effect on him. When we brought him to the baby spa, he was very excited. The therapists were very good with babies and managed to put him at ease. They helped him to change into his disposable swimming nappy and placed a float around him before putting him into the water. He thoroughly enjoyed the experience, however he got tired after about fifteen minutes. 

The baby spa is suitable for babies above a month old. It helps to support brain and physical development, increase lung capacity, strengthen cardiovascular system, stimulate innate swimming reflexes and co-ordination and builds up the immune system. 

The professional therapist massaging Baby André 

Baby Massage

The therapists were very friendly and professional. Gentle soothing strokes were used to create feel-good hormone oxytoxin, making the baby feel relaxed. The therapists also used toys to keep him entertained throughout the massage. Baby André enjoyed the massage and the attention he was getting from the therapists. He was smiling throughout the whole session.

It is good for babies to go for massages by a trained therapist as it improves the quality of sleep, improves circulation and respiratory systems, relieves colic, aids digestion and ease constipation. It also makes babies feel more secure and loved. 

After the session, Baby André slept instantly, a testament to the efficacy of the massage. We will definitely be back!

Beauty, Mums & Babies has two outlets, one at Paragon and one at Seletar Mall.

Beauty, Mums & Babies at Paragon

#05-02 Paragon, 290 Orchard Road

Singapore 238859

Tel: +65 6235 1800/ +65 6235 5818

Beauty, Mums & Babies at Seletar Mall

#03-31/32 Seletar Mall

33 Sengkang West Ave

Singapore 797653

Tel: +65 6702 6616)/ +65 6341 6101

For more information, please visit their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/beautymumsbabies/?fref=ts&ref=br_tf.

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Dance your way to a Slimmer and Sexier Body with Mummy & Baby Salsa

Can't wait for the class to start

Salsa is a dance which is close to my heart. About a decade ago, I met my hubby at a salsa class and our feelings blossomed gradually as we shared the same love for dance.

Salsa, which originated in New York in the mid 1970s is regarded as the King of Latin dances. 

It is an intimate and passionate dance which has its roots in the earlier Latin dance styles such as Cha-Cha and is later influenced by other dance moves. It is a combination of different dance moves just like the sauce 'salsa' which is delightful mix of various ingredients.

When I heard that JJ Salsa Rengue is offering a Mummy and Baby Salsa dance class, I was elated and decided to sign up immediately. This special class allows me to to workout, burn calories and bond with my baby, André Aaron. I thought it was good to introduce my baby to salsa at a tender age so that it can help to develop his passion for music and dance. In addition, I can also interact with other mums.

The instructor, Kit (who is also a Mummy) was very professional during the class. The first 20 minutes was dedicated to teaching us the basic steps. It was a refresher course for me as I have not danced salsa for a couple of years.  

Striking a pose with my little dance partner

Salsa consists of eight beats with strong emphasis on the first and fifth beat. In Salsa, the man leads while the woman follows. In Mummy and baby salsa, mummy leads with baby comfortably snuggled up in the carrier. Baby André loves the class as the music is relaxing and he feels safe and secure in the baby carrier. Kit introduced us to the shines moves (footwork performed in solo salsa dancing). She was very patient and waited till everyone was familiar before choreographing a dance routine for us. The entire class was very engaging and fun and I was surprised that Baby André did not cry during the class. In fact, he was so comfortable that he fell asleep in my arms towards the end of the class.

With salsa instructor, Kit and her baby

Overall, the class offers an excellent workout and bonding time with your baby. It is also an ideal platform to connect with other mums. This class is perfect for people who have always wanted to learn dance but could not convince their other half to do so. 

Mummy and Baby Salsa is suitable for babies aged three months and above. For safety reasons, it is recommended to wear exercise attire and track shoes during the class. The next intake will commence in April. 

Snippets of Mummy and Baby salsa class

JJ Salsa Rengue is located at 1 Tras Link, #02-08, Orchid Hotel, 078867. For more information on the class, please call 6443 7223 or email info@jjsalsarengue.com.sg.  Alternatively, please visit here. 
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Burn Fats, Improve Your Stamina and Eliminate Toxins at Active Hive!

  Working out on the Minus Calories Machine at Active Hive

Many of my friends have wondered how I lost so much weight just a month after delivery. I put on a total of 10 kg during my pregnancy and I lost about 6 kg in a week and after about six weeks, I was back to my pre pregnancy weight.

Losing weight is not as difficult as it seems. It is about adopting the right approach. I went for a series of post-natal massages (I will elaborate more about the massages in another blog post), exercise classes and the 30 minutes Active Hive Minus Calories Workout. After delivery, it is vital to have a healthy and nutritious diet. I do not recommend going on diet or starving yourself as it causes extreme fatigue and is detrimental to your health. 

The Minus Calories Machine

When I was invited to try the Active Hive Minus Calories Workout, I accepted the invitation without hesitation as I was eager to shed the extra pounds I have gained so that I can go back to work looking fit and trim again. Active Hive Minus Calories Workout is a 30-minute workout which helps to burn calories faster and more efficiently than other exercise programmes and weight loss methods. In fact, you can burn over 500 calories in just 30 minutes! What is most amazing is that the Minus Calories Machine not only burns fats, it also uses infrared and ionised Air Technology to increase blood circulation, boost your metabolism, eliminate toxins, stimulate collagen production, shape the body and reduce pains and body aches due to rheumatism and arthritis.

Active Hive's 7Rs Approach

This machine is only available at Active Hive – a fitness and wellness centre that emphasies on a 7Rs approach which includes Responsible, Right Exercise, Right Consideration, Right Nutrition, Right Effort, Right Balance and Rest. Active Hive is not a commercialised fitness centre where you can go for cardio classes and gym workouts. It focuses on a personalised one-to-one approach where a special programme is customised to suit your needs.

I went for a total of five sessions and after every session, I felt energised and rejuvenated. During my first session, the staff, Nikki did a body composition analysis for me. She took my height and weight and my measurements and produced a printout indicating my body fat percentage, bone mass, muscle mass, metabolic age and visceral fat rating. After the body analysis, I was brought to a small room with the Minus Calories Machine. It resembles a step machine just that it emits warm, infrared light. Initially, I was a little sceptical as I was expecting to have an intensive cardio session. Nevertheless, I went ahead to try it. Before the start of each workout, Nikki would apply the Anti-cellulite and Body Sculpt cream to my arms, thighs, tummy and chin. The cream is supposed to help to accelerate the fat burning process. It left a tingling sensation on my skin.

During the workout, I could catch up on my favourite drama on the tablet provided and this helped to keep me entertained throughout the whole workout.

After about 10 minutes, I started to feel warm as the heat got more intense progressively. At the end of 32 minutes, I was perspiring profusely. I managed to burn over 600 calories during the first session. On the fifth session, my stamina increased and I burnt over 1000 calories. There is also a significant reduction in inches. 

Enjoying rejuvenating juice after the workout

Somehow, after the workout, my skin seemed more radiant probably also because I was treated to a glass of rejuvenating fruit juice after each session. I like the concoction with apple, orange, celery and other veggies. I am satisfied with the overall results after the five sessions. I have lost two inches on my hips, one inch on my right thigh and 1.8 inches on the left thigh and 0.5 inch on each arm.

Active Hive Minus Calories Workout is perfect for busy people who are looking for a personalised, customised programme and have no time to go for exercise classes or spend long hours in the gym. It is effective and you can see significant results after a few sessions. Active Hive also sells health products such as chia seeds, quinoa, truffle olive oil and more.

At the entrance of Active Hive

Active Hive is located at 65 Ubi Road 1, #02-88 Oxley Bizhub, Singapore 408729. For enquiries, please call 6384 2758. 

The fitness and wellness centre is also having a workshop 'Get the Right Balance' this coming Saturday, 7 November. To register, kindly call 9477 7838. 

Here's the programme:

3.30pm to 5.30pm ($5 per person)

- How to Balance Your Calories

- Understanding Your Body Composition and why High Fat % is risky

- Minus Calories complimentary 15 mins Trial

- Right eating habits

- Free healthy juices

- Free healthy salads

6pm - 8pm (free workshop)

- Healthy Cooking in less than 15mins for Right Nutrition

- Food tasting

1. Steam Quinoa with Brown Rice

2. Ma Po Toufu (Chicken)

3. Oil-free Honey Chicken

4. Healthy Stir fry Broccoli with carrots

5. Chocolate Almond Milk 

And now for a GIVEAWAY

I will be giving away Active Hive Minus Calories Workout to 3 male readers and 3 female readers. 

3 male readers will stand a chance to win the following

- 2 Free workouts

- 1 Body Composition Analysis

- 2 post workout juice.

Worth up to $178 (per male reader).

3 female readers will stand a chance to win the following: 

- 2 Free workouts (with Anti Cellulite & Body Sculpt cream)

- 1 Body Composition Analysis

- 2 post workout juice.

Worth up to $198 (per female reader).

Closing Date: 21 November 2015

How to win?

Here are the steps:

1. 'LIKE' and 'SHARE' Active Hive Facebook page

 https://www.facebook.com/activehivesg/?fref=ts

2.'LIKE' and 'SHARE' Journal of a Working Mum Facebook https://www.facebook.com/journalofaworkingmum/?fref=ts

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3.LIKE' and 'SHARE' Jennifer Yeo Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/Jennifer-Yeo-1590089271218719/?fref=ts

4. Email your name, mobile, NRIC and fitness target to yeo.jen@gmail.com