[Scent ] Forest Dew

 

 

Forest Dew 

 Vibe: Crisp, green, clean — like walking through a dew-covered forest

Pine → 4 

 Green Grass → 4 

Lily → 2 

[Scent] Desert Sunset

 

 

 

Desert Sunset

Vibe: Warm, soft, lingering — desert evenings with golden light.

 Sandalwood → 4  

Amber → 4 

Vanilla → 2 

[Parenting] 1st Week Postpartum

 

1st Week Postpartum 

The first week postpartum is less about "parenting" and more about physical and emotional survival. In Malaysia, this is your first week of Pantang. This plan assumes you have at least one support person (partner, mother, or Confinement Lady) to handle the house while you handle the healing.

The Golden Rule: 

• The 5-5-5 Rule
• 5 days in the bed: Rest, skin-to-skin, and feeding.
• 5 days on the bed: Sitting up, light interaction, minimal moving.
• 5 days near the bed: Short walks around the room, gentle stretching.

Day 1–2: The "Adrenaline & Recovery" Phase

• Your body is flushing out fluids and hormones. 
• You will likely feel "wired but tired."
• The Goal: Rest and Initial Feeding.
• For Mom: 
• Use a peri-bottle with warm water every time you use the toilet. 
• Wear high-waisted "granny panties" or disposable undies to hold large maternity pads.
• For Baby: 
• Focus on Skin-to-Skin. 
• It stabilizes the baby’s heart rate and triggers your milk supply.
• The Food: 
• Stick to "warming" Malaysian comfort foods like Bubur Nasi with ginger and threadfin (Ikan Kurau) or chicken essence.

Day 3–4: The "Milk & Meltdown" Phase

• This is typically when your milk "comes in" and your hormones "crash."
• The Goal: Managing Engorgement & Emotions.
• For Mom: 
• Your breasts may feel like bricks. 
• Use warm compresses before feeding and chilled cabbage leaves or cold packs after feeding to reduce swelling.
• The "Baby Blues":
•  It is very common to cry today for "no reason." It’s a hormonal drop. Let it out.
• The Support: 
• This is the day to delegate all chores. You should only be responsible for: 
• 1. Feeding the baby, 
• 2. Feeding yourself, 
• 3. Sleeping.

Day 5: The "Wound Care" Check-in

• By now, the initial "fog" is lifting, and you’ll start noticing physical discomfort more sharply.
• The Goal: Infection Prevention.
• For Mom: 
• If you have stitches (episiotomy or C-section), check them with a hand mirror. Look for redness or discharge.
• The "Pantang" Check: 
• If you are doing Urut (massage), ensure the therapist avoids your abdomen if you had a C-section. A gentle limb massage is fine.
• For Baby: 
• The umbilical cord stump might start looking "crusty." Keep it dry and outside the diaper.

Day 6: The "Logistics" Day

• You’ve survived nearly a week! 
• Now, reality starts to set in regarding the long haul.
• The Goal: Setting a Simple Rhythm.
• The "Station" Setup: Create a "Nursing/Rest Station" in your living room or bedroom. Include:
• A 2L water bottle (crucial for Malaysian heat).
• Phone charger.
• Snacks (dates, biscuits, or nuts).
• A basket with diapers/wipes so you don't have to walk to the changing table.
• For Mom: 
• Take a 10-minute "real" shower. 
• Use the Daun Mandian (herbal bath) if you like—the scent of lemongrass and ginger is a great mood booster.

Day 7: The "First Milestone" Review

• The Goal: Evaluation.
• Check the Diapers: 
• Baby should now have at least 6 heavy wet diapers a day. This is your #1 sign that feeding is going well.
• Check the Mood: 
• If you feel a "darkness" that is more than just being tired, or if you can't sleep even when the baby is sleeping, call your doctor.

Reward Yourself: You’ve officially survived the hardest 168 hours of new motherhood.

Survival Essentials Table

• Hydration
• Drink 3–4 Liters (Air Suam/Red Date Tea)
• Prevents constipation and boosts milk.
• Visitors
• Limit to Zero or 15-minute "Drop & Go"
• Protects your immune system and your rest.
• Housework
• Ignore it.
• Dust doesn't matter; your healing does.
• Naps
• 20-minute "Power Naps"Even if you don't sleep, closing your eyes resets the brain.
• Expert Advice:
•  In Malaysia, the pressure to be a "strong mother" is high. 
• Remember: Asking for help is a sign of a smart mother, not a weak one.

[Novel] The Wedding Breaker - Evelyn Rose

 

 

The Wedding Breaker ialah sebuah novel drama romantik yang mengisahkan tentang cinta, salah faham, dan peluang kedua. Cerita bermula dengan watak utama—seorang wanita yang mengalami hancurnya hati apabila lelaki yang dicintainya membatalkan perkahwinan mereka secara mengejut. 

Berasa dikhianati dan sedih, dia memutuskan untuk teruskan hidupnya sendiri. Seiring berjalannya cerita, lelaki yang memutuskan pertunangan itu mula menyedari perasaan sebenar dan menyesal dengan keputusannya. Dia cuba untuk mendapatkan semula hati wanita itu, tetapi kini wanita tersebut lebih tegas untuk melindungi dirinya dan menumpukan perhatian pada impian dan matlamat peribadinya. Sepanjang perjalanan ini, dia bertemu dengan orang baru yang membantunya menemui semula kebahagiaan dan harga diri. 

 Novel ini mengetengahkan tema seperti kepercayaan, memaafkan, dan perkembangan diri, menunjukkan bahawa kadang-kadang pengakhiran hubungan boleh membuka peluang untuk masa depan yang lebih baik. Akhirnya, watak wanita perlu membuat pilihan sama ada memberi cinta satu peluang lagi—walaupun membuka luka lama—atau berjalan ke arah bahagia yang baru.

5 Fun Fact - CL (2NE1)

 

FUN FACT : CL (2NE1)

• 2NE1 Leader: CL debuted as the leader of 2NE1, one of K-pop’s most influential girl groups, known for their edgy style and hit songs like I Am the Best. 
•  International Fame: She is one of the first K-pop female artists to break into the U.S. music market, collaborating with artists like Diplo and performing on major American stages. 
•  Stage Persona: Known for her charismatic and bold stage presence, CL is often called the “Queen of K-Pop” due to her fierce performance style. 
•  Multilingual: She speaks Korean, Japanese, English, and some Chinese, which has helped her connect with international fans. 
•  Fashion Icon: CL is recognized globally for her fashion sense, often attending Paris Fashion Week and collaborating with luxury brands like Chanel and Alexander Wang.

Chanel - Egoiste Platinum

 

 

#Scent

( Chanel - Egoiste Platinum)

• Egoiste Platinum by Chanel is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for men. 
• Egoiste Platinum was launched in 1993. 
• The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Polge. 
• Top notes are Lavender, Rosemary, Neroli and Petitgrain;
•  middle notes are Geranium, Clary Sage, Galbanum and Jasmine; 
• base notes are Oakmoss, Vetiver, Cedar, Sandalwood and Amber.

Recipe - Jelly Teh Bunga

 

Jelly Teh Bunga

BAHAN-BAHAN: 

• 1 pek serbuk jelly 
• 1 tin laici 
• 2 kotak teh bunga kurang gula 1L
• Asam ko 
• Daun pudina 
• Limau Kasturi 
• Gula melaka 

1. Panaskan air teh bunga 2 kotak (2L) dalam periuk. 
2. Apabila air dah panas, masukkan gula melaka yang telah dihancurkan. 
3. Masukkan 1 pek serbuk jelly, kacau larut. 
4. Kemudian masukkan daun pudina untuk naikkan aroma 
5.  Tunggu sehingga mendidih, tutup api dan asingkan daun pudina 
6. Sejukkan 2-3 jam adunan tadi dalam bekas pilihan 
7.   Untuk hidangan, masukkan ais kiub dan tuang jelly keatasnya. 
8.  Masukkan perahan limau kasturi, hiaskan sedikit asam ko, buah laici dan daun pudina.