20 Things To Remember As A Couple With A New Baby
The baby books have been read and now neatly stored on the book shelf. The baby showers are over and […]
November 2016
The monster around your middle
Metabolic syndrome is a health condition that everyone’s talking about. Although it was only identified less than 20 years ago,
Breast Feeding For Beginners
If you are fortunate enough to be able to breastfeed your baby, you will find that there’s probably nothing else
Children and Technology
By Juazel de Villiers (née Pieterse), Clinical Psychologist Technology has become integrated in our daily lives, it has grown to
So what does dyslexia really mean?
(All information was obtained from Stark – Griffin’s book Dyslexia) Definition of dyslexia – A neurological-functional problem manifesting as a deficit
Why Reading With Your Child Is So Important – 5 Tips to Make it Even More Beneficial
There is such a sense of joy, warmth and togetherness that comes when we read with our children. It is
Developing reading skills to help children triumph against dyslexia
There were two important educational issues in the local and international spotlight during September and October 2016: Literacy Day, observed
The perfect packing list for sleepover camps
Packing correctly for camp is actually one of the most significant things that will determine whether your child’s camping experience
Review: The Num Noms Art Cart
Who knew that art could be made to be so fun. The Num Noms Art Cart is really one of
What is Klinefelters syndrome?
Klinefelters syndrome (KS) is not as rare as one may think, it is not life threatening but has life altering
Childhood obesity in South Africa to soar unless we act now
If obesity in South African children continues to increase at the current rate, 3.91 million school children will be overweight
3 ways parents can keep their child’s device ‘clean’
Raising children in the digital age has become a little bit of a ‘ying-yang’ experience. Consider this, Dad is comfortable
Review: Knowledge Network 6-9 Educational Software
It is not often that one is able to find education software at a reasonable price and that is tailored
Why should we limit out children’s screen time?
Our kids are growing up in a technological age. They are confronted with tablets, smartphones, laptops, DSTV and so much more. Your phone
Choosing a Preschool
As a first time mom, finding and choosing a school for my daughter was one of the most daunting things
What people without special needs kids need to know
Parenting is a tough job. Parenting a special needs child is a tougher one. And as human beings interacting with
An open letter to divorcing parents
Dear Parents, Divorce/separation sucks for the simple reason that when two people get together and have children, they make plans
Review: Mila’s Meals Recipe Book
The whole experience with Mila’s Meals has been one that we enjoyed. From the moment our parcel arrive delightfully
Katie the Magical Dancing Princess Doll
Music and dance ignites all areas of child development, including motor skills, music appreciation, rhythm, emotional development, social development.
Choosing Medical Aid
Most medical schemes have launched their benefits and contributions for 2017 and it is the time when you should be
Raising a Millionaire
Children do bring additional financial strain, and many parents spend a large portion of their focus on money. Or the
Matric Stress – When is enough, enough?
As hundreds of thousands of young South Africans are busy writing their Matric exams this month, they have entered into
8 Kid-Friendly Yoga Poses for Peaceful Mornings
As parents, getting our sons and daughters out the door every morning can be a monumental task. Whether it is
Belt up or else ….. Car safety for our kids
South Africans follow trends in first world countries for so many other things, gadgets, cars and technology to name a
Cut to the chase…
I work with a lot of high-school aged people, in fact they form about half of my professional interactions. As
When do we get back teeth?
This panoramic x-ray is fascinating in the detail that it shows of a seven-year-old child growing and developing. Let us
7 Benefits of Working as a Camp Counselor
Not all people were made to sit behind a desk, or in front of a computer screen all day. Working
Exam Stress
A moderate amount of stress can be a good thing. It can sharpen concentration and performance and help to create
Reading and writing: Confidence is the key
Many parents find themselves in a daily battle with their little ones over reading and writing homework. It seems like
IS THERE A PROBLEM IF MY BABY DOESN’T CRAWL?
You might have heard some people say that crawling is vitally important, while others say it is not. Many people
