Dr Choo, IBCLC doctor

28/08/2026

A day to end the celebration of August WBW 2026…. Great to see some of the familiar faces in Hospital Ampang, where I spent half of my medical life here… Great colleagues, great bosses, great memories.❤️
And now I am back occasionally visiting, not as a anaes medical officer, but as a medical doctor in Breastfeeding and Lactation Care/ IBCLC. 💁🏻‍♀️

24/08/2026

Why is it sometimes harder to get an older baby back to breast?
It’s not necessarily because baby “forgot” how to breastfeed.
Newborn feeding is strongly supported by reflexes. As babies grow, they become more alert, aware and intentional — and they develop preferences, feeding experiences and expectations.
So when returning to breast, think beyond “latch”:
🤱 Comfort
🥛 Milk flow
⏰ Timing
🫶 Familiarity
👶 Baby’s individual feeding skills
An older baby may be perfectly capable of breastfeeding… but may need a little more patience, familiarity, the right timing and the right milk flow to rediscover the breast.
Don’t force. Don’t panic. Don’t blame yourself.
Sometimes, baby just needs help finding their way back. 🫶🏻
Don’t force the breast. Create positive experiences and give baby time to rediscover it.

19/08/2026

Appointments are open for September.
WAmsg only via 0123018714 for enquiries.
A gentle reminder, mama:
For moms who have just given birth, I may ask a few questions about why you’re using a breast pump and how breastfeeding has been going so far, especially latching. It’s because the early days are an important time to identify challenges and support you in building breastfeeding skills at the right time, with the right support.
Support, not judgement. Always.

18/08/2026

THE BREASTFEEDING CHALLENGE CYCLE
Sometimes, the problem starts with a baby who is sleepy, weak, or not latching effectively.
And when we simply insist, “Baby must latch at every feed,” without addressing the bigger picture, we can unintentionally enter a cycle:
Baby doesn’t remove enough milk
↓
Breast is not emptied well
↓
Less stimulation → milk production drops
↓
Baby gets less milk → slower weight gain
↓
Baby becomes weaker & sleepier
↓
…and the cycle repeats.

So what should we prioritise?
💗 1. FEED THE BABY
Make sure baby receives enough milk.
💗 2. PROTECT MILK PRODUCTION
If baby is not removing milk effectively, express milk to protect milk production.
Don’t wait until supply drops before acting.
💗 3. FIX THE PROBLEM
Then work out why baby isn’t feeding effectively — latch, positioning, oral function, milk flow, baby’s condition, or other factors.
Breastfeeding support is not simply about getting baby to latch.
Sometimes, temporarily expressing milk is not “giving up on breastfeeding.”
It is actually protecting breastfeeding while we fix the problem.
Feed the baby.
Protect the milk production.
Fix the problem.
That’s how we break the cycle.

16/08/2026

Your breastfeeding journey doesn’t start only after baby is born and support shouldn’t end when you leave the hospital.
Our Breastfeeding & Lactation Services provides holistic, evidence-based support throughout your journey — whether you need clinical help, practical guidance, or simply someone to talk to.
Because breastfeeding support is not just about fixing problems.
It’s about supporting the mother, the baby, the feeding relationship and the whole journey: From pregnancy → breastfeeding → returning to work → weaning.
And everything in between.
We’re here.

📍 Breastfeeding & Lactation Services
Pertama Specialist Centre, Cheras
DM 0123018714 for enquiries or appointments ( WA message only).

15/08/2026

The lactating breast is a delicate and highly responsive organ, physically and emotionally.
It doesn’t need to be squeezed, pressed, kneaded or “emptied” aggressively to make breastfeeding work.
Be gentle. Be kind.

07/08/2026

If your “blocked duct” keeps coming back, it’s worth asking a different question.
❓ Why is the inflammation happening in the first place?
‼️A recurrent “blocked duct” is often a sign that the underlying cause hasn’t been addressed. It may involve persistent ductal narrowing, ineffective milk removal, excessive pressure on the breast, or milk production exceeding milk removal.

Lasting relief comes from identifying and addressing the root cause—not just trying to “unblock” the lump.
🌱 Break the inflammatory cycle, not just the symptoms.

01/08/2026

🤱 Breastfeeding isn't just about feeding a baby—it's about building a healthier future.
That's why the world celebrates World Breastfeeding Week every year: to remind us that every breastfeeding family deserves support.
💗 Breastfeeding is a shared responsibility.

27/07/2026

For those interested to know more about IBCLC..

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to become an IBCLC?

Or maybe you are already working with mothers and babies as a healthcare provider, peer counsellor, lactation counsellor, nurse, doctor, midwife, dietitian, therapist, or breastfeeding supporter and you want to understand the next step in professional lactation care.

This webinar is for you.

In conjunction with World Breastfeeding Week 2026, MALCA invites you to join our special webinar:

From Code to Credentials:
"Your Journey Towards Becoming an IBCLC"

This session brings together two important pillars in lactation care:

1. Becoming an IBCLC
Becoming an IBCLC - An overview on how to prepare for the IBLCE Examination
Speaker: Puan Nor Kamariah binti Mohamad Alwi (IBCLC)

2. Understanding the WHO Code
Understanding the WHO Code: The International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes
Speaker: Dr. Nadrah Arfizah Arifin (MBBS, MPH)

Because becoming skilled in lactation is not only about helping mothers latch better.
It is also about protecting families with ethical, evidence-based, and Code-compliant care.

Whether you are just curious, planning your IBCLC journey, or already supporting breastfeeding families — this is a good place to start.

Date:8 August 2026, Saturday
Time : 8.30 - 10.00 pm
Platform:Google Meet
Fee : FREE

Register here : https://forms.gle/ftx4A4Udc5oUh3Gg7

Register now and take your first step towards deeper lactation knowledge, stronger professional practice, and meaningful support for mothers and babies.

SCAN the QR code for registration

24/07/2026

Breast milk is tailored for your baby and changes throughout the day, with the seasons, as they grow, and to help them fight off illnesses.

Breastfeeding provides:

💟 Signals that it’s time to sleep
💟 Extra hydration when it’s hot
💟 Specific antibodies when mum or baby is sick
💟 Adapted fat content and nutrients as they grow