Setting a bad example: children unimpressed by parents’ online behaviour
Social media gives us the freedom to communicate with our loved ones, whenever and wherever we want. However, this freedom
Raising financially smart kids
Type ‘teaching children about money’ into a search engine and most of the information you’ll find makes the point that it’s seldom
Children with Disabilities in Dire Straights
Over 597 000 South African children with disabilities did not attend school in 2015, almost double the 280 000 estimated in 2001.
Every Dad Can Be a Hero
By using four simple, yet powerful steps from the Love and Logic Institute, parents can give their children the gifts
Step-Parenting
You fall in love with the perfect person; he is everything you want from a life partner. Sure he has
Back to School: why team sports is the first thing your child should sign up for!
Going back to school after the long December school holidays is usually a very exciting time for children. For many,
Is my tween ready and responsible enough for a cell phone?
Deciding if your tween is ready and responsible enough to own a cell phone is something that at some point
Discovering Your Child’s Style of Learning
“Kids are pure potential.” Don’t you just love this statement? It sums up our children’s infinite ability to learn and
What is the difference between rewarding and bribing your child in order to enhance positive behaviour?
What are your thoughts on rewarding children? “I honestly think using rewards to change or enhance behaviours in children
HAVING THE SEX TALK
Like any parent, I used to lie awake at night, fearful of the day [in the not so distant future]
Working Moms: Stop feeling guilty
In a study conducted by Harvard Business School graduates in the US, it was found that women whose moms worked
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
