Tips for helping a shy child
If you have a shy or timid child you know that it can sometimes tug at your heart-strings and be […]
Baby’s first visit to the doctor
Diana Du Plessis on behalf of Philips Mother and Child Division It’s only natural for parents to worry about their
D-I-V-O-R-C-E
MBI Attorneys, share advice on the subject of divorce and reveal this law firms unique approach. How often as parents
University Application Survival Kit
With university application season now in full swing for Matrics who want to pursue further studies next year, stress levels
Smoking causes permanent harm to babies, both before and after they are born
Mothers who smoke during or after pregnancy not only affect their own health, but they can also cause permanent harm
Introducing Huggies® Hugwear For Moving Babies – Mom’s Choose Your Fit
Having a newborn baby is a magical experience for many moms. It is a time for you to hug, cuddle
Review: The Magic Mat
If you are looking for a parents guide on how to teach your child relaxation techniques combined with stunning yoga
How to Help Your Student Child Transition to Adulthood
I can’t adult today: funny when stated ironically on social media, but not so much for parents of students who
Review: ShopKins Season 7 – ShopKins Mega Pack
Every girl in town loves ShopKins! They certainly have to be one of the most popular collectables around in 2017!
Help for underage gamblers
Traditionally considered an ‘adults only’ issue, a growing number of children are affected by problem gambling. With this in mind,
Parenthood – there is no guidebook
Diana Du Plessis on behalf of Philips Mother and Child Division (Avent) You have survived 9 months of pregnancy, gone
Children Who Lie
There are several reasons why children tell lies. Child psychologists at the Sandton Psychology Centre in Johannesburg say that when
Review: InnerMagic
Anytime that I can find a good family game to occupy our Saturday night is great find! Especially when this
The key to dealing with your child’s fever
Most parents will attest that watching a child go through the discomfort of a fever can be very stressful on
Subject Choices: Plotting Your Future Options in Grade 9
In coming months, Grade 9’s will have to select the subjects they want to pursue from next year until they
Flu – Don’t hesitate. Vaccinate…
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), every year there are around 5 million cases of severe flu with between
Grade 11: The Year that TRULY holds the Keys to your future options
With mid-year exams only a few weeks away, an education expert has warned Grade 11 learners to take this year,
Refusing to Vaccinate Children could fuel rise in Antibiotic-Resistant Super-Bugs
The recent spike in measles cases in Gauteng and the Western Cape is as a direct result of parents refusing
Signs Of Reading Readiness
Parents raise readers and teachers teach reading The best advice I can give you is, do not rush your child into
Why is my baby crying?
When your baby is crying a cold sweat accompanied by the question “WHY?” is the likely reaction. While we would
Why sleep is important?
Every function in the body is affected by sleep. And for a child, the risks of sleep deprivation are much
Kangaroo Care for Baby
Whilst in recent years, Kangaroo Care or Skin-to-skin care for babies, has become a very popular method of treatment particularly
Toddler Food Battles
Solving a complex problem at work, finally achieving a personal goal is nothing compared to your child finishing a whole
Play Therapy
Essentially play therapy is psychotherapy for children. As children communicate by means of play, this is the most effective form
Anxiety In Children
Most psychologists and other mental health professionals use The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – Fourth Edition Revised
Detecting Body Image Issues in Teens
In a country run by social media, teens often struggle to compete with the rigid and difficult to obtain beauty
Give your Children the Building Blocks they Need to Find Balance
By Marlinie Ramsamy, CEO of FranklinCovey South Africa Our children are growing up in a different world to the one
Matrics: Public University or Private Institution?
With the rapid growth of private higher education in South Africa, prospective students now have a wealth of options when
What to Get the Tech-Savvy Mom
Incredible Connection Mother’s Day is fast approaching and we all want to make sure that our mom’s feel appreciated and
HypnoBirthing® The Mongan Method
Birth is a deeply spiritual event, mysterious and miraculous. The arrival of a newborn is awe inspiring and ultimately life
