Diabetes – Who Will Be There For Your Child When You Can’t Be?
The one thing that all parents seem to agree on is that children are unique and those who have diabetes […]
Can Our Actions Increase Or Lessen Fear?
Fear consumes our lives. We base all of our decisions on our fears. Fear is not a rich or poor
Going Beyond “Fine”
It’s a typical complaint that the majority of parents have – that their kids don’t tell them about what is
Bullying Is Real
Bullying has been around for a long time, and has increased its area of ruin. Recently it has been
Good Parenting Boosts Happiness
I have worked with children my entire life up to this point in time. I have raised four children, and at
What Forms A Memory?
There are moments in time, that are imprinted in our minds, and often we replay them over and over. If
When You Feel Like Your Best Is Not Enough
Your role as “Providing Parent” is a lot more work that you initially thought it would be and you just
Fewer Tears With Colief®
Colic is extremely common, affecting between one and three out of ten babies1, often causing excessive and inconsolable crying when
Emotional Pain Of Bullying
Bullying takes root in children, who many times have been the victims of intimidation themselves. To soothe their own injured
Nurturing Parents
It takes perseverance to steer and guide the child throughout their childhood. Iron-clad skin is a must, along with the
Questions To Ask Your Prenatal Exercise Trainer
There is a lot of information out there on the benefits of exercising during pregnancy. Simply put; it increases mothers’
Should You Read Your Child’s Social Media Posts?
There is a lot being written about whether parents should be reading content their Child’s post on social media channels.
Health Benefits Of Breastfeeding
Becoming a new mom is an exciting time, but can also be daunting as you make numerous decisions before the
The Busy Parent’s Guide
The days of housewives and lazy weekends in the garden are almost extinct. Most parents that I know these days
Rethinking The Way We Plan Our Children’s Diaries
As schools reopen for the second half of the academic year, parents will once again be forced to make decisions
HYPERTENSION AND YOUR PREGNANCY
Embarking on the journey of motherhood should be a pleasurable and memorable experience. For many women though, pregnancy can be
When Your Child Doesn’t Get An Invitation
Following one of my parent workshops, a woman related an incident in which another parent called her at home to
Bullying Ends When Adults Stop Bullying
I am not surprised, when adults and the media go on and on about futile attempts at stopping the increase
The Problem With Mommy Groups
Falling pregnant is (relatively) easy. Being pregnant, and then spawning a baby, is the hard part. It’s only until you
The Importance Of Taste Experience With Your Child
One of the biggest challenges I see in my practice is picky eating, whether in healthy children or kiddies struggling
Top Tips For Healthy Kids Parties
Growing up in the 80’s, parties typically involved red frankfurters with tomato sauce, sugary fizzy cool drinks such as Coke,
Establishing A Sense-Able Routine For Feeding, Sleeping And Bathing In The First Six Months
In the first two weeks, babies generally feed on demand. Thereafter, the frequency of feeds may become less. You are
You Are Good Enough
When I was 22 years old, I fell pregnant with Jamie, this was the biggest life changing moment, I knew
Healthy Parent-Child Relations Through Discipline
Parenting doesn’t come with a manual – and yet it is arguable the most important job on earth. Why then,
Understanding Your Child’s Hyperactive Behaviour
Jamie has always been an extremely ‘hyperactive’ child. At only a few months old I knew I was in for an
Providing Choices To Your Child… Gains Trust
Children like adults enjoy having choices. You don’t have to eat the vegetables but you don’t get the desert. If
Purity & Elizabeth Anne’s – Disinfecting Solution
Protecting baby from unwanted infections, particularly in the early months, is of utmost importance to all moms and dads. With
I Am Mom
Mom ~noun ~ One who does whatever it takes to get whatever it is done. Period. Often I have to take
Understanding Relationship Dynamics
Ever had one of those uncomfortable experiences when a relationship with someone in your family that suddenly goes bad without
The Dangers Of Purchasing A 2nd Hand Car Seat
There is no denying that car seats are expensive, with prices ranging anywhere from R1 000 to R4 000. While that
