We're going to the Zoo, Zoo, Zoo.... and River Safari too? Hip hip hooray!

It was our first time out to an attraction ever since the baby was born and it was no wonder everyone felt excited and enthusiastic about our long-awaited mum-and-kids outing.

I was afraid they might be hungry or thirsty halfway and was not sure what I could buy there so I brought along snacks, fruits and drinks for the kids. We also brought along a stroller, baby carrier, caps, water bottles, umbrellas, sunscreen, repellent, nursing cover, extra clothes for the baby and more.

To be honest, I was hesitant if we could handle everything on our own along with a three-month-old but thanks to the elder ones for helping out, we did it and we stayed from the morning all the way till the parks closed at 6pm, woohoo.

Our lunch was takeaway from KFC and we ate it on a secluded bench (we chose a spot near the washroom so we could wash up easily, haha) after seeing others do likewise too. It turned out to be quite a unique experience and something that the kids will probably remember for a long time.

Despite the occasional nagging, the soiled diapers and stained clothes, having to clean up the mess after a spilled drink and constantly reminding the younger ones not to run off, we had a truly awesome day out and I think the kids totally deserve it after staying home most of the hols.

Like what the kids said at the end of the day "Our feet feels like jelly!" So did mine, my darlings, but to see the smiles on your faces, that was so worthwhile. Till our next fun outing!

“Whenever mami takes off my soiled onesies after my messy meals, I will giggle before running off immediately!”

It’s such a bittersweet feeling whenever we see our babies meet new milestones. I still remember being so excited when we upgraded his diapers from nb to small. 16 months old now, my baby boy has upgraded to XL! Please slow down now 😌 @rascalandfriends

Look who came to visit! "It's like we are having a staycation right, Mama? Woohoo!"

The first birth experience usually affects the subsequent ones, doesn't it? For me, I gave birth to the big girl in a small town called Karlskrona in Sweden, where the hubby was posted for naval training. We didn't have to pay for the stay other than a small admin fee, we had a huge private ward with two beds - one for me, one for the hubby, the nurses and midwives were friendly and traditional - they used wooden pinard stethoscopes and measuring tapes, I sat on a gym ball instead of lying down, they asked me if I wanted ice cream to relieve the pain instead of mentioning the word epidural, and there was no such thing as a nursery which means our baby girl was with us 24/7 once she came into this world.

All these were precious memories and learning experiences for me, and I cherished that opportunity to witness a different culture that I might not have able to otherwise. So for my subsequent births in Singapore, I requested for my baby to room-in with me every single time, I had the courage and confidence to say no to epidural and I appreciate the comfort and calmness of my ward.

Yup, this is indeed the only 'staycation' we have willingly paid for (our occasional family hotel staycays are sponsored but you do know I work hard for every one of them in return, right?) and I love it because when the baby rooms in with me, it's just me and him/her and that bond we build right from the start is invaluable and irreplaceable.

Sure, the nurses tell me I should just sleep and let them take care of my baby, or that they can supplement with formula so I don't need to breastfeed exclusively, or that I don't need to change soiled diapers and can leave it to them. But, didn't you just say this is my baby? I was taught to be an strong mum with my firstborn - we had to feed, change, burp and even bathe her ourselves at the hospital too, under the guidance of the nurse - and that's how I want it to be for all my kids right from the start.

Treasuring the close bond I have with each of my kids, especially so today. You are my motivation to persevere. Love you, my babies! ❤

P.S. These two were also born right here 8 and 5 years ago. How time flies!

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♬Three Little Kittens

Three little kittens,
They lost their mittens,
And they began to cry,
Oh, mother dear,
We sadly fear
Our mittens we have lost.
What! Lost your mittens,
You naughty kittens!
Then you shall have no pie.
Meow, meow,
You shall have no pie.

The three little kittens,
They found their mittens,
And they began to cry,
Oh, mother dear,
See here, see here,
Our mittens we have found.
What! Found your mittens,
You darling kittens!
Then you shall have some pie.
Meow, meow,
You shall have some pie.

The three little kittens,
Put on their mittens,
And soon ate up the pie;
Oh, mother dear,
We sadly fear
Our mittens we have soiled.
What! Soiled your mittens,
You naughty kittens!
Then they began to sigh,
Meow, meow,
They began to sigh.

The three little kittens,
They washed their mittens,
And hung them out to dry;
Oh mother dear,
Look here, look here,
Our mittens we have washed.
What! Washed your mittens,
You're such good kittens.
But I smell a rat close by!
Meow, meow,


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