How to study for Languages
Many learners place very little emphasis on studying for a language exam – after all, we use language every day so how difficult can an exam be, right? Wrong!
No spanking, what now?
South Africa has just passed a law prohibiting the spanking of children as a way of punishment. The debate as to whether this is ‘right’ or not rages on, with parents on both sides of the argument expressing their points of view. In fact, Cindy Glass, Owner and Co-Founder of Step Up Education Centre says, “there is little that causes the intensity of emotions and opinions as that of whether or not spanking your child is helpful or whether it is simply something that has been passed down from one generation to the next, with little or no workable alternatives.”
Top tips for travelling with a stroller
Make travel days easier and still have the holidays you want with Thule Travelling with a baby or toddler can
Toddler Fun In The Sun: Safety First
Even though South Africa is in the midst of a heatwave, there is still a lot of fun to be had in the sun. If you are planning on spending time sun-soaking or swimming with your toddler, there are two things you need to keep in mind: taking care of your toddler’s skin while he / she is playing in the sun, and taking care of his / her skin afterwards. It is important to always moisturize and take care of your toddler’s skin, but it is absolutely vital when they are exposed to the sun. This article will highlight two products you can use to ensure your toddler’s safety when they play outside.
Why climbing a tree is better than watching a screen…
It is all over the news! How much screen time is too much for young children? What is it about
Environmental Education
Education in any realm is important for changing oneself as well as the community in which we live. Education is the only way that people can build the knowledge to affect any change. I am not merely referring to the learning of facts and theorems but more critically, learning how to effectively question, explore and think about issues, change one’s mind (and the minds of others), innovate and create.
Review: Thule Sleek Changing Bag
We love the Thule Sleek Changing Bag. Every mom to be feels that they have purchased the perfect changing bag
Brands on-board to help SA families build bursaries for school
As any parent knows, when it comes to affording quality education for our children, we need all the help we can get. Escalating school fees, continual costs of uniforms and many extras make educating our children a significant, long-term family expense. Quality education features high on the UN’s list of 17 sustainable development goals, and South Africa is a signatory to the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development which recognises the vital role that education plays in improving lives.
Encouraging/Fostering Independence in a Child’s Early Years
Stand close by and observe the children solving their problems. This is how they begin to develop the skills and confidence to communicate calmly, honestly and politely with others.
HELP YOUR TEENAGER TO ADOPT POSITIVE ATTITUDES
Positive attitudes in your teenager will help him to feel better about himself and his world. Help your teen to develop a positive and healthy attitude towards himself and those around him. You can do this by being optimistic yourself. Avoid making negative or pessimistic comments. Surely there must be something good in most situations? Don’t openly criticize yourself or other people. It sounds judgemental and negative. Constant criticism of everything becomes a bad habit. Try to be cheerful. You probably have a lot for which to be thankful!
Essential Life Skill: Acceptance
Teaching learners’ acceptance starts with learners accepting themselves and their flaws and different abilities.
Review: Angelcare Bath Support
The perfect bath support for your little one! The Angelcare Bath Support cradles your baby during bath time. Baby
Sensory Play and the importance in brain development
We may not realise but our little baby starts to use their sense of touch to explore their world around them even from inside the womb. They do this by touching Moms womb, sucking their fingers and playing with their toes. Don’t forget the sound your voices were their first introduction to the sense of hearing.
Magical language of Toddlers
The development of language is a big milestone for children. Language is the foundation for all social interactions, having problems to communicate can cause frustration both for you as a parent, but more importantly for your child.
How To Get Your Child To Love Healthy Meals
If there’s anything that a parent would nod their head yes to, it’s the fact that their children would rather have them rip the hair off their heads, than to eat healthy and nutritious food.
Review: Natralogic – Maternity Skincare Range
This beautiful range by Natralogic is a must buy for pregnant ladies. There are so many products on the market
Why Screens Make Bad Childminders
“Computer games don’t affect kids, I mean if pac-man affected us as kids, we’d all be running around in darkened
Sun cream for kids with sensitive skin! The lowdown on keeping your little ones safe in the sun
Covering a wriggling child in sun cream is tricky enough, but when your little one has sensitive skin it can be even trickier– you don’t want to use anything that’s going to irritate. That’s why Childs Farm sun protection products don’t containparabens, SLSs, mineral oils, artificial colours or anything that might make sensitive skin flare up. Plus if you have a super-wriggler on your hands, our spray and roll-on sun lotions make everything easier.
The importance of constructive play in early childhood development
Not only is constructive play fun and entertaining for children, offering them endless hours of creative play. It has great benefits to early childhood development. Constructive play can start from a young age and as the child’s confidence grows, more blocks and shapes can be added.
Crime stats, and the conversation we should have with our kids
“We all want to leave a better and safer world for our children and for future generations. This is a realistic goal that is achievable, provided that we stand up and get involved.”
Meet the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double
Do you have a growing family and love an active lifestyle? Then the new Thule Urban Glide 2 Double needs to be the new member of your family. This all terrain stroller with a sleek, lightweight design is perfect for active familes who enjoy the great outdoors, as well as getting around town.
Why summer is a great season for potty training
Potty training does not have a season, but summer is a great time to give it a go. Warm weather encourages more fluid intake that in turn helps for extra potty practice.
CELEBRATING ALL THE GOGO’S, GRANS, NANI’S AND NANAS THIS GRANDPARENT’S DAY
Sunday, 6 October marks Grandparents Day – a day that is often overlooked while Mother’s and Father’s Day takes centre stage. While Grandparent’s Day is celebrated globally, in South Africa this is usually on the first Sunday in October and is the ideal opportunity to recognise the significant role, grandparents play in the family.
SACAP DURBAN TO HOST RESILIENT PARENT EVENT
SACAP (the South African College of Applied Psychology) will be hosting a special parent morning at its Durban Campus on
Head lice – they’re not inside they’re on top!
Moms love it when their little ones come home from school buzzing with knowledge. Sometimes though, the activity isn’t inside their heads but on top! Head lice populations rise in summer, and girls with longer hair pick them up easier than boys.
Help! My Child is in the wrong crowd
‘All negative behaviours stem from fears rooted in negative self-belief. We cannot control the behavioural choices of others but we can do something to assist our children in making better friendship choices.’
When your teen wants out of summer camp
Teenagers have different reasons for not wanting to go to camp anymore, from feeling like they have grown out of the annual excursion to wanting to invest time in things that interest them outside of camp.
The Surprising Benefits of Non-Alcoholic Malt Beverages for Moms
With World Breastfeeding Week recently celebrated and the focus placed on the importance of breastfeeding to improve the health of
A well-balanced child : Raising children who treat others with respect
Kindness is no easy task. In an attempt to facilitate their social and emotional development, we, as adults must stop
Review: nu me cake in a cup mix
Nu Me cake in a cup mix is a revolutionary product for the tasteful health industry, making homemade goods not only delicious, but bring well nutritional value.
