5 Online Shops For Affordable Maternity And Nursing Clothes In Singapore

Being pregnant is also synonymous to feeling more tired than usual. Even the thought of shopping for new maternity or nursing clothes that you truly need can give you headache. Thankfully, technology paved its way for online shopping to be possible. With these inexpensive online shops, you can browse stylish maternity and nursing clothes without leaving the comfort of your own home…

1. MUMMY’S SECRET

Mummy’s Secret offers a wide array of youthful-style clothing line that is as cute as those sold in Korean or Japanese shops. They sell clothes from maternity wear, nursing wear, to confinement wear and baby accessories. You do not have to break the back too! Prices of the clothes range from S$9.99-30.

2. MOTHER NEEDS

Crafted by fellow mothers, Mother Needs offer maternity and nursing wear, separates and intimates, as well as accessories. Worry not about the sizes as they come from small to extra large. Also, it comes with a simple and user-friendly website design. Prices for the clothing range from S$10-50.

3. STYLISH MOM2BE MATERNITY

Dislike buying clothes online because you cannot estimate your size? Problem solved! Stylish Mom2be Maternity shop let’s you visit their showroom so you can return and try on other clothes. The style of clothing line is mostly casual but they also offer Maternity Lingerie for S$18. Prices for maternity pants, top, and dress ranges from S$18-40. Yes moms! It is that affordable.

4. MY LITTLE ANGELS MATERNITY

Want fashionable yet very affordable maternity and nursing wear? Then, My Little Angels Maternity is the right shop to be. Beyond colorful toga maternity top, they also offer diaper bags and infant wear with socks as low as S$2.90.

5. THE BIRTH SHOP

This award winning shop carries the famous Mums In Mind Baby Slings that pioneered nursing wear in Singapore, a decade ago. Their budget-friendly prices range from S$10-60. What separates this shop from others is its community environment where new or expecting parents are able to participate in educational workshops.

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3 Splendid Singapore Spas With Services Under S$70

Want to blow off some steam and relieve your stress from work or school? Try these spa places that offer good services at very affordable prices.

1. TRADITIONAL JAVANESE MASSAGE HUT

As the name implies, Traditional Javanese Massage Hut offers an ancient system of oil massage by predominantly using strokes with strong thumb pressure to ease joint and muscle fatigue and soreness. There are five massage types that costs S$65 for 60 minutes. These are Hut 67 (signature service that is highly recommended), Smooth and Soothe, Back Breaker, Tired Feet, and Stress Buster.

The hut also offers the “Ginger Treatment” that is meant to improve one’s blood circulation for S$35.

Locations: 6 locations islandwide, visit here.

2. RULE OF THUMB

Close to the business offices is an interiorly neat and modern spa called Rule of Thumb. Do you want to see the spa for yourself? Click here for a panoramic view of the interior.

Price range for 60 minutes Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Back, Javanese, Aromatherapy, Swedish, or Traditional Chinese Herb Massage is S$48-S$60. While add-on services such as cupping, ear candling, and body scrub are only S$15. Stuck at work? Worry not. It is opened until 4 am every day!

Location: 289 Beach Road, #01-01, Singapore 199552

3. HEALING TOUCH

Winner of a silver award for “Best Value Spa” in Cosmopolitan Singapore 2013, the Healing Touch spa offers inexpensive massages while giving for your money’s worth. Indulge your senses with 1 hour Deep Tissue Oil, Javanese Fusion Oil or Shiatsu massage for S$58.50. What a cheaper price? Better take advantage of their Asian Fusion Oil massage promotion for S$49.20.

Why not pamper your body even more with body scrub options? You can choose from Moisturizing Rose Salt, Nourishing Almond, Detoxifying Ginger Salt, Refreshing Lemongrass Salt, Anti-Oxidant Apple Aloe, and Softening Grapefruit Goat Milk Scrub. These are priced at about S$35 for 30 minutes.

Locations: 6 locations, visit here.

Image Credits: healingtouch.com.sg

Image Credits: healingtouch.com.sg

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Delicious And Affordable Places For Thai Food in Singapore

For Thai cuisine, variety of texture, color, and taste is paramount. Thai chefs not only pay attention to how the dishes taste but they are also conscious about the balance of how it looks, smells, and how it fits with the rest of the meal. With several of delectable choices islandwide, here are the 3 delicious yet affordable restaurants in Singapore to satisfy your hunger for Thai food…

1. THAI TANTRIC

Hidden in Orchard Towers is a gem of authentic Thai cuisine called Thai Tantric. Affordable prices range from S$6 to S$10. Other than the classic Thai dishes, you must try their Thai Fried Rice (S$6) and Deep-fried Chicken Wings with Honey (S$10).

Image Credits: sg.openrice.com

Image Credits: sg.openrice.com

Location: #03-23 Orchard Towers, 400 Orchard Road

Online Rating: 100% on HungryGoWhere

2. JAI THAI

Find yourself shopping on the streets of Bugis? Feed your belly with cheap yet good tasting dishes from Jai Thai. Their Phad Thai, complete with a hearty serving of prawns, is priced at only S$5. Online voters raved for their Pandan Chicken and Tom Yum Soup.

Image Credits: Jai Thai Restaurant - Wallet Friendly Authentic Thai Cuisine via Facebook

Image Credits: Jai Thai Restaurant – Wallet Friendly Authentic Thai Cuisine via Facebook

Locations: Four outlets, visit here.

Online Rating: 70% on HungryGoWhere

3. NAKHON KITCHEN

It is undeniable that Nakhon Kitchen is a crowd favorite. Long queues, every day, are always at sight. This is because they are known for their authentic dishes yet budget-friendly prices. As said a while ago, Thai food is known for its variety so, Tom Yam Soup (S$6) comes in three kinds: clear, thick, or coconut bases. Other online voters favorite are Green Curry (S$8) and Thai Style Fried Kway Teow (S$4).

Locations:

#01-2371, Cheng San Centre, 529 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10

#01-166, 136 Bedok North Avenue 3

#01-341, Blk 212 Hougang Street 21

Online Rating: 64% on HungryGoWhere

Image Credits: [ThumbsForFood] via www.hungrygowhere.com

Image Credits: [ThumbsForFood] via www.hungrygowhere.com

Enjoy your meal! Or, as they say in Thailand: ทาน อาหาร ให้ อร่อย นะ (thaan aa-hăan hâi à-râwy ná)!

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9 Budget-Friendly Ways To Look Younger And Beautiful

1. MAINTAIN A GOOD POSTURE

People who stand up straight would convey a figure that looks more attractive and smarter. Also, research show that it facilitates breathing, increases happiness, and improves concentration. Give it a try. It is a free boost anyway.

2. GET A LONG SIDE-SWEPT FRINGE

If you are ever going to get a haircut, ask your stylist for long side-swept bangs to cover any obvious wrinkles in your forehead.

3. CUT YOUR NAILS INTO SQUARE-OVALS

Square tips with rounded edges tend to look more youthful and clean. Cut your nails straight across then smooth the corners round with a nail file.

4. HAVE A FREE EYE-LIFT

Curl your lashes and finish it with mascara. Curly and thick looking lashes give you an instant eye-lift that makes you seem alert and younger. For best results, wash your curler with hot water or blow-dry it for at least three seconds before using it.

5. SWITCH TO CREAM

Face powder can produce fine lines and lifeless look. So, switch to BB or CC cream instead. It will give a natural radiance to your glowing skin.

6. GO FOR BERRY LIPS

Go for a color that softens your lips by being not too nude, sheer, and bright. A berry hue is just right. Also, it is universally flattering for all skin complexions. Try Clinique’s Berry Blush Butter Shine Lipstick for S$16 or Broadest Berry Chubby Stick Lip Balm for S$17.

7. TRY MIXING IT UP

Pair two solid color or two patterned clothing together to give a bold and youthful statement. For example you may pair a floral skirt print with a striped blouse.

8. WEAR CLOTHING ARTICLES THAT FIT

My mother is one of the women who buy one size larger so that the clothing is more comfortable but it is less flattering. Whether something is too tight or too loose, the result remains constant: looking larger that you really are. So, shop and wear clothes that fit you well.

9. RENEW YOUR EYEWEAR 

Image Credits: Ansel Edwards via Flickr

Image Credits: Ansel Edwards via Flickr

If you do not want to wear contact lenses, a new color of frame shape will take years off your face. A frame shape that you may try is the modern take on the cat-eye. The upward tilt has a lifting effect. For the colors of the frame, warm hues exude youthfulness.

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How To Land Your Dream Job Without Spending A Dollar

Landing your dream job or any job can be a challenging task. But, it is definitely worth the effort. Throughout the process, you will have to tap into your creative mind and stay motivated. Here are 6 tips that can help you…

1. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FREE ADVICE FROM THE EXPERTS

Job portals or online classified ads such as Jobstreet and Monster have articles that can teach you how to make a professional Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) wherein your qualifications are presented efficiently. For example, it is recommended to have no more than a page for every 10 years of experience.

2. MAKE YOUR C.V. EYE-CATCHING

Your C.V. will stand out from a pile of other candidates if you add a sparkle of creativity. Use Adobe Photoshop for retouching your photos or Prezi.com for making an interactive presentation. As much as possible, make the content specific and concise.

3. MAXIMIZE YOUR ONLINE JOB SEARCH

If job portals have no listings that match your qualifications, then submit your C.V. to the employers’ websites directly. Most websites have “Careers or Jobs” tab on the home page. By doing so, you are actively pursuing new openings.

4. SEEK AND YOU SHALL FIND

Aside from researching for job openings online, go outside and talk to your friends, family, church-mates or fellow spinning classmates…they might just have a position for you. But, you shall never ask a person you just met for a job; ask them for career advice and contacts. The more people you share your goals to, the greater your chance of scoring a lead.

5. RESEARCH

Research the companies that interest you. Find out about their job operation, products, and services. If you are acquainted with some of the employees in the firm then, ask them about the skills that are valued most when hiring and the job opportunities that are available at the moment.

6. WORK YOUR WAY IN 

You will never know if you’re suited for the company unless you try it yourself. Even though there are no current full-time positions available, consider internships, freelance, and volunteering opportunities.

Image Credits: Kevin Dooley

Image Credits: Kevin Dooley

This will benefit you because big companies tend to hire within and the experience will fill the gaps in your C.V.

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