Too Much Caffeine When Cramming For Finals Poses Health Risk To Students
Exam season is upon us and soon hundreds of thousands of students across the country will be pulling caffeine-fuelled all-nighters […]
Words of Encouragement and Support: How a Mum Can Support Her Girl
Life can feel lonely for teenage girls. Have you ever considered writing a message of support to your daughter? Sharing
I Am Woman, Stroke Affects Me
Stroke is the second biggest killer of women in South Africa. It is estimated that about 150 women suffer a
Top 5 Parenting Tips For a Peaceful Home
Every morning you wake up early and leap straight into the usual routine – fighting with children to get them
What Is Dyslexia Really? Part 1
The term dyslexia was coined from the Greek words dys, meaning ill or difficult, and lexis, meaning word. Spelling and
Should You Let Your Child Play Minecraft?
A client of mine asked me what I thought about her child playing Minecraft on the family computer. She said
Relaxation And Exam Preparation
I don’t think any of us associate exams with being relaxed, but bringing these two together is the answer to
Taking Action On the School Dilemma
Many people are having difficulty finding a school for Grade 1, which can add a lot of additional stress at
The Mythical Day- Stay At Home Dad
I have read so many blog posts and articles lately about the life of stay at home mums that I
Techy Toys Bringing Pets To Life
After the phenomenal success of the Tekno Puppy, Prima Toys is proud to announce the release of two new ‘pets’
Communicating with Teenagers: Sharing Life Experiences and ‘Mum Wisdom’ with Your Daughter
Ensuring that the lines of communication between you and your daughter are always open is one of the best ways
The Benefits Of Breastmilk For A Premature Baby
All babies will benefit tremendously from breastmilk. But, for a premature baby, these benefits are so much more important. No
The Wonderful Journey Into Pregnancy – What a load of “beep”
I wouldn’t say I battled to fall pregnant but I didn’t exactly think it was easy. We went through the
Lalaloopsy Dolls
Prima Toys South Africa is proud to announce the Lalaloopsy dolls and all their adorable siblings, babies, pets and add-ons
Furby Boom Takes Playtime To A New Level Of Learning And Fun
A global sensation following its 1998 debut, the FURBY brand has solidified its place in pop culture history. Prima Toys
Making Mental Health Matter
Discovery Health and SADAG (South African Depression and Anxiety Group) are proud to announce they will be holding a one
Educating Your Child About Sex And Safety
You may feel uncomfortable and out of your depth discussing these topics, but it’s extremely important, as research shows that
When an Adult Child Behaves Badly
What happens if your 18-year-old or older child is behaving badly? What do you do then? This is a predicament
The Slim Down On Dieting
Winter has come and gone and perhaps, like most people, you gained a few extra kilos over the past few
Quit Smoking This Spring
Spring is such a wonderful time of new beginnings and lovely fresh foliage and sweet scented flowers. What better time
Changing The Homework Blues Into A Success Story
I have recently been asked to give a talk to parents on how to survive and indeed avoid, the “Homework
Drugs And Our Children
The American Academy of Paediatrics (AAP) Committee suggest that infants as young as two years old need to be screened
Is Grassfed Really Better?
A lot of us are horrified by how animals are treated in feedlots and as a result, there is a
Depression and Suicide: The Unseen Killers Suicide in South Africa takes its toll
South African Stats 1) 10% of all non-natural deaths in adults and 9.5% in youth are due to suicide. 2) +/- 23
Healthier Environments Build A Healthier Nation
This World Heart Day the Heart and Stroke Foundation SA is putting the spotlight on creating heart-healthy environments, enabling people
ADHD and Diet – is there a link and what should parents of a child with ADHD consider?
What is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a syndrome diagnosed in many children. The exact percentage of children with ADHD
My Friend Cayla
Sept 2014 sees the South African launch date of a revolutionary new generation of toy – My Friend Cayla. Powered
When Children Are anxious About Making Mistakes It Inhibits Their Learning
I often see children who are anxious when faced with new challenges, worrying that they might make a mistake. The
High blood pressure is killing South Africans
South Africans have one of the highest rates of hypertension worldwide, so this Heart Awareness Month the Heart and Stroke
Heart-Healthy Lunchbox Ideas To Keep Your Kids Going
Packing a school lunchbox for your child can be much healthier than giving them money for the tuckshop or sending
