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Placenta encapsulation. Have you heard of it? “Why would you?” “How could you?” “Does it actually do anything?” One mum shares her personal experience of placenta encapsulation here in Hong Kong.

Do I really have to wear a pink pyjama uniform? Is it true that I can pay for my birth with my Octopus card? Planning a birth in Hong Kong can raise some very quirky questions, however having a baby in the public hospital system can be a very positive experience, if you know what to expect. We chatted to doula and breastfeeding counsellor Cathee Jackson to find out about the process, how to prepare, and what to pack!

Hong Kong is known for it’s amazing views, but what happens when your usual stunning lookout has disappeared behind a cloud of smog? Here’s how to protect yourself from HK’s haze.