Firststep Child Specialist Clinic

02/10/2026

🚨 YOUR CHILD IS HAVING A TANTRUM? DON’T YELL BACK.

Tantrums can be stressful, but yelling back can make the situation even harder. 😮‍💨

Instead, try these 4 simple steps to help your child regulate their emotions:

🧘‍♀️ 1. Stay calm & reduce stimulation
💬 2. Acknowledge their feelings
🚧 3. Set clear boundaries
🌱 4. Teach calming skills after the tantrum

Remember, the goal isn’t to eliminate tantrums overnight. It’s to help your child learn how to manage big emotions, one step at a time. ❤️

📌 Save this for the next tantrum!

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📍Firststep Child Specialist Clinic, Ara Damansara
📍Firststep Child Specialist Clinic, Sri Hartamas

30/09/2026

🤒 **Your child has a fever… what should they eat?**

When kids are unwell, their appetite may go down. Instead of forcing them to eat a big meal, focus on foods and drinks that are easier for them to tolerate while keeping them hydrated and nourished. 💛

👉 Watch till the end and see which one we’d pick!

Every child is different. If your child is unable to drink, shows signs of dehydration, or you’re concerned about their condition, seek medical advice.

28/09/2026

🍂HELLO OCTOBER!
OCTOBER 2026 CLINIC & DOCTOR SCHEDULE - Hartamas Branch

A new month, and we’re happy to welcome you and your little ones throughout October!

⏰ CLINIC HOURS

Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 8 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 8 AM – 1 PM

📲Planning a visit? Feel free to WhatsApp us before coming to check our doctor’s schedule and clinic availability.

Please register at least 15 minutes before the clinic closes.

We look forward to seeing you and your little ones this October!💙

28/09/2026

🍂 October at FirstStep Ara Damansara Branch

A new month, a fresh schedule! 🧸💛

Here’s our October 2026 clinic opening hours at FirstStep Child Specialist Clinic, Ara Damansara.

📅 Monday – Friday: 9 AM – 6 PM
📅 Tues - Thurs: 9 AM – 1 PM & 5 PM – 9 PM
📅Wednesday: 9 AM – 1 PM
☀️ Saturday & Sunday: 9 AM – 3 PM

🌙 Evening sessions are available on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Please remember to come for registration at least 15 minutes before the clinic closes.

📲 For enquiries or to pre-register before your visit, WhatsApp us — we’re happy to assist! 💙

28/09/2026

🌫️ Haze is still around… but there’s no need to worry all day.

When the air quality is poor, a few small changes can help keep your little ones comfortable. 💙

From checking the air quality before heading outdoors, keeping them hydrated, maintaining good indoor air quality, to finding fun ways to stay active indoors — simple adjustments can make a difference. 🌿

If your child has symptoms that are persistent, getting worse, affecting their sleep or activities, or causing breathing difficulty, it’s important to have them checked. 🩺

If you’re unsure whether your child’s symptoms are related to haze, allergies, or an infection, a paediatric assessment can help you understand what’s going on.

💙 FirstStep Child Specialist Clinic
Here for your child’s health, every step of the way.

📍 Ara Damansara Branch
📍 Sri Hartamas Branch

📲 WhatsApp us to find out more or pre-register for a consultation.

24/09/2026

🌫️ **The haze isn’t just “bad air” — it can affect your child’s eyes, skin and breathing.**

If your child has **asthma, allergies, eczema or other underlying conditions**, they may be more sensitive to haze.

Here are simple ways to protect them 👇

👀 **Irritated eyes?** Rinse with clean water or use preservative-free artificial tears. Avoid rubbing.

👃 **Blocked or irritated nose?** A normal saline nasal spray or rinse can help clear irritants.

🚿 **After being outdoors:** Wash their face and hands, shower if possible, and change into clean clothes.

🧴 **Sensitive skin?** Moisturise regularly with a fragrance-free moisturiser.

😷 **Going outdoors?** For children aged 2+, a well-fitting particulate-filtering mask/respirator provides better protection from fine particles than a loose surgical or cloth mask. Never mask children under 2.

🏠 **On bad haze days:** Reduce outdoor activities, keep windows and doors closed when outdoor air quality is poor, and use a suitable HEPA air purifier if available.

💊 **If your child has asthma:** Continue prescribed preventer medication and keep their reliever inhaler readily available.

⚠️ **Don’t only watch the haze reading — watch your child.**
Persistent coughing, wheezing, fast breathing or difficulty breathing should be assessed by a doctor.

📌 Save this for haze days and share it with another parents

24/09/2026

🌫️ **The haze isn’t just “bad air” — it can affect your child’s eyes, skin and breathing.**

If your child has **asthma, allergies, eczema or other underlying conditions**, they may be more sensitive to haze.

Here are simple ways to protect them 👇

👀 **Irritated eyes?** Rinse with clean water or use preservative-free artificial tears. Avoid rubbing.

👃 **Blocked or irritated nose?** A normal saline nasal spray or rinse can help clear irritants.

🚿 **After being outdoors:** Wash their face and hands, shower if possible, and change into clean clothes.

🧴 **Sensitive skin?** Moisturise regularly with a fragrance-free moisturiser.

😷 **Going outdoors?** For children aged 2+, a well-fitting particulate-filtering mask/respirator provides better protection from fine particles than a loose surgical or cloth mask. Never mask children under 2.

🏠 **On bad haze days:** Reduce outdoor activities, keep windows and doors closed when outdoor air quality is poor, and use a suitable HEPA air purifier if available.

💊 **If your child has asthma:** Continue prescribed preventer medication and keep their reliever inhaler readily available.

⚠️ **Don’t only watch the haze reading — watch your child.**
Persistent coughing, wheezing, fast breathing or difficulty breathing should be assessed by a doctor.

📌 Save this for haze days and share it with another parent.

22/09/2026

🚨 Is that rash really an allergy?

Not every childhood rash is caused by an allergy. It could be a viral infection, eczema, heat rash, or skin irritation.

🔍 **Allergic rash:** Often appears suddenly after exposure to a trigger and may cause itchy, raised welts (hives) that can move around the body.

🦠 **Viral rash:** May spread over several days and can come with fever, cough, runny nose, or other symptoms.

⚠️ If the rash comes with **breathing difficulty, facial swelling, severe lethargy, or rapidly worsening symptoms**, seek medical attention urgently.

Remember, a photo alone may not be enough to identify the cause. **History + physical examination matter.** 👩‍⚕️

Not sure what your child's rash is? Let your paediatrician take a closer look. 💛

19/09/2026

18/09/2026

🌫️ HAZE & YOUR CHILD: When is it safe to play outside?

Children are more vulnerable to the effects of haze, especially those with asthma or other respiratory conditions. During hazy days, make it a habit to check the Malaysia Air Pollutant Index (API) before allowing your child to spend long periods outdoors.

As the API rises, reduce outdoor activities and strenuous exercise. On very unhealthy or hazardous days, it is best to keep children indoors as much as possible and minimise exposure to outdoor air.

🏠 Keep doors and windows closed when air quality is poor, use an air purifier if available, and encourage your child to drink enough fluids.

🚨 Watch for persistent cough, wheezing, chest tightness, breathing difficulty, or significant eye, nose and throat irritation.
Seek medical attention if symptoms are severe or worsening, especially if your child has underlying asthma or lung problems.

💚 Clean air today, healthier tomorrow. Let’s protect our children.