Homeschooling Your Child In South Africa
With controversy surrounding the public school system and with soaring school fees for private schools many parents are starting to […]
Who Are You and What Have You Done With My Child?
Let’s face it, the pre-teen and teen years have nothing on the “terrible two’s.” Somewhere between the hormones, braces, and
Hooting Doesn’t Help!
I find watch people fascinating. I get to do quite a bit of it too driving to my various clients
Caesar babies – more prone to allergies?
If you read between the lines on a study done in 2007(1), it seems that babies born by caesarean section
Sibling Rivalry
While many kids are lucky enough to become the best of friends with their siblings, it’s common for brothers and
Why Playgrounds are so Important
Slip, slide, bump, bash, climb, wibble and wobble! Who knew so much fun could be so valuable?! Having access to
Parents Lack Visibility and Control over Kids’ Online Activity, Study Shows
Parents need to do more to protect their kids from the growing number of online threats, but many currently lack
What is Free Sugar Costing our Kids?
It’s no longer a secret that the vast majority of us are blissfully unaware sugar addicts. Modern conveniences in consumables
No goals set? That’s okay!
Hands up who’s not sad that 2016 is over! I know it’s a relief to be in 2017, even though
How to make “back-to-school” activities a breeze.
It’s never too late to start planning for a productive school year ahead. With a little creativity and a range
Have You Prioritised Your Child’s Safety While in the Car?
Grant Fraser, Product and Marketing Director at Matrix, a brand of MiX Telematics (Africa) As a parent in South Africa,
How to Treat and How to Protect Against Head Lice
With summer season upon us, head lice will again be making their way into many homes. Thankfully, Controlice® helps moms
‘Super Allergies” Could Hit SA This Summer
Last year was the hottest year on earth since record-taking began, but 2016 is expected to blow this record out
What Is The Recommended Screen Time For Children’s Eyes?
Many people are struggling with parenting given all of today’s modern technology, especially when it comes to the many omnipresent
Healthy skin tips for your little one
Glossy magazines keep us well-informed on keeping adult skin moisturised, cared for and looking beautiful. When it comes to our
Flying with kids? Remember your tablets and rooibos
As the December holidays loom, many of us are planning some well-earned family time. Reconnecting with loved ones often involves
Baby Bath-time
Baby bath-time, when you’re a little inexperienced, can be quite intimidating! Once you have established a routine that works for
10 Questions to ask before booking a sleepover camp
There is no shortage of summer camps in North America, they are even part of the culture. The concept of
New Huggies® Gold for Boys and Girls – Hugwear for moving babies
Babies can’t tell us whether they are comfortable or not or what they would rate as important features in a
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
ADD/ ADHD And Alternative Treatments
Over the past years there have been many debates and controversy discussions around what Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention
Setting the stage for a successful Matric
At the end of this month, the country’s latest cohort of aspiring matriculants will begin to write the 2016 National
