Health Advice Column Cooing over Communication August 17, 2018 Speech and Audio Inc One minute they are crying, the next they are conversing! Communication development begins at birth. From the time your precious newborn gives their first cry,... Advice Column Why nutritional supplements taste so good August 15, 2018 Parenting Hub Taste is highly personal. Think back to the last beverage you ordered. Maybe it was tea – and you were asked if you would like... Advice Column SA women's risk of ante- and postnatal depression four times… August 8, 2018 Parenting Hub According to the World Health Organisation, about 10% to 13% of women experience antenatal and... Advice Column The need-to-know about ADHD medication abuse August 1, 2018 Parenting Hub Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) stimulants are prescribed by medical professionals to improve concentration, memory... Advice Column Coffee: Good or Bad for you? 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Advice Column The value of sports and exercise July 4, 2018 Clamber Club “Children should be playing and moving outdoors instead of sitting indoors” Says Elzanne Van Der... Advice Column Sherpa Kids International now in Western Cape July 4, 2018 Sherpa Kids Sherpa Kids - an internationally respected and trusted aftercare organisation that focuses on putting the... Advice Column Another antibiotic winter looms unless decisive action is taken July 3, 2018 Parenting Hub The traditional approach to education must be revolutionised in order to ensure the best outcomes... Advice Column Hay fever headaches June 15, 2018 The Headache Clinic A change in season also brings a change in the pollen types that are in... Advice Column ADHD vs Bipolar: Know the difference June 14, 2018 Parenting Hub Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, sleeping problems, racing thoughts and moodiness. These are all typical symptoms of... Advice Column Healthy Eating habits June 8, 2018 Parenting Hub Written by: Cynthia Innes, Teacher at Junior College Preschools Sandton. A healthy lifestyle consists of... Advice Column How binge-watching TV series can wreck our immune systems June 7, 2018 Parenting Hub It turns out there are some surprising daily habits, such as overdosing on our favourite... Advice Column Beat The Holiday Food Traps June 1, 2018 Parenting Hub The worst part of a holiday trip isn’t the packing before the holiday or the... Advice Column Eye Allergies in Children May 24, 2018 Kids Eyes Eye allergies are surprisingly common in children in South Africa and unfortunately, this phenomenon appears... Advice Column Ponytail May Be Leading to Some Headaches May 9, 2018 The Headache Clinic Some headache and migraine sufferers develop sensitivity of the scalp from all the pain that... Advice Column Bedwetting: When to consult a doctor May 4, 2018 Parenting Hub Bedwetting is an issue that millions of families face every night. This can be very... Advice Column Play: Promoting healthy social and emotional development April 19, 2018 Skidz Play is a child’s language, his work, his relaxation and the way he builds relationships.... Advice Column 11 Things to expect postpartum April 11, 2018 Kaboutjie Pregnancy is an amazing journey and towards the end moms to be start preparing for... Advice Column Vitamin B12 deficiency: A silent epidemic with serious consequences April 5, 2018 Paarl Dietitians Vitamin B12 deficiency isn’t a bizarre, mysterious disease. It’s written about in every medical textbook... Advice Column Natural remedies for heartburn during pregnancy March 19, 2018 Kaboutjie Heartburn affects a lot of women during pregnancy, particularly during the third trimester of pregnancy.... Advice Column Natural remedies for relieving back and neck pain during pregnancy March 16, 2018 Kaboutjie While pregnancy is a time of great joy and happiness, very often it is accompanied... Advice Column The do’s & don’ts of returning to exercise after a… March 15, 2018 Flourishing Fit Moms Moms out there who have had or are planning to have a caesarean we’d like... Advice Column Experts Weigh In on Pregnancy and Nutrition in SA March 12, 2018 Parenting Hub Good nutrition before and during pregnancy may influence the pregnancy, the delivery and the health... Advice Column Oral Allergy Syndrome - are allergies leaving a bad taste… March 8, 2018 Dr Tamara Jaye Does your teenager suffer from hay fever? Does he complain that certain fruits or... Advice Column 7 Ways to keep your children off drugs March 7, 2018 Kaboutjie Children are the most vulnerable during their growing years and will always have their curiosity... 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Advice Column Pregnancy and Migraines February 14, 2018 The Headache Clinic Pregnancy is an exciting time for many women. Unfortunately pregnant women also suffer from headaches... Advice Column Headaches associated with impaired learning ability and negative mood February 13, 2018 Parenting Hub Research has shown that headaches can have many adverse effects on our lives: from diminished... Advice Column SA Children more at risk from sunburn at school February 12, 2018 Parenting Hub Copious amounts of sunscreen are sold each summer holiday in an effort to protect, in... Advice Column What is a “Lazy” eye? February 7, 2018 Kids Eyes Amblyopia better known as “lazy eye” occurs when the vision in a child’s one eye doesn’t... Advice Column 8 Awesome Benefits of Pregnancy Massage February 7, 2018 Kaboutjie Massage is not just about it feeling good, it actually comes with many health benefits... Advice Column Childbirth education for an empowered birth February 2, 2018 Parenting Hub ‘Empowering Birth’ is the theme of Pregnancy Education Month in February 2018, when childbirth educators,... Advice Column Surviving a Heterotopic Miscarriage February 1, 2018 Amanda Marele I had a heterotopic miscarriage and it was painful. Heterotopic pregnancy is when one is... Advice Column Bedtime – How much sleep should your child be getting? January 22, 2018 Parenting Hub Written By: Danielle Forsyth (Trinityhouse Heritage Hill, Educational Psychologist) More and more research points towards... Advice Column Preparation tips for parents on back to school headaches January 22, 2018 Parenting Hub It's back to school time again. Parents know this time of year all too well.... Health Play is crucial for early child development January 19, 2018 Parenting Hub Only 29 percent of South African children have access to safe, child-appropriate play areas in... Advice Column Bonitas Talks Babies January 17, 2018 Parenting Hub When do advise your medical aid that you are pregnant? If you are a prospective... Advice Column Children get stressed too! January 10, 2018 Parenting Hub It’s a new school year! It’s exam time! Both of these occurrences during your child’s... Advice Column Why it’s important to monitor the climate in your baby’s… January 8, 2018 Parenting Hub Philips Mother and Child Division With peak summer months peaking at early 30˚C or even... Advice Column Will you bank them, or bin them? Wise up on… December 18, 2017 Parenting Hub Becoming a parent is fraught with responsibilities. Prospective parents should know the facts about the... Advice Column How to protect your child from emotional abuse November 23, 2017 Hilary Smith It’s no great secret that we want to keep our kids safe and raise them... Advice Column Spectacles can mean the difference between success and failure for… November 21, 2017 Parenting Hub Sight is something most people take for granted, yet at least 239 million children around... Advice Column How to fix a broken diet? November 17, 2017 Parenting Hub Are you not getting the results you wanted or your diet plan stopped working? Every... Advice Column No more headaches about exams November 17, 2017 The Headache Clinic Examinations are stressful enough for learners and students, without them having to worry about headaches... Advice Column Drink Rooibos Tea to Improve Concentration During Exams November 9, 2017 Parenting Hub Coffee and energy drinks are usually the go-to beverages for high school learners and students... Advice Column When Should You Seek Medical Care for a Discharge? November 9, 2017 AmnioPad When Should You Seek Medical Care for a Discharge? It is appropriate to seek medical... Advice Column Breastfeeding can help prevent both breast cancer and childhood cancer November 9, 2017 Parenting Hub One in every 20 women in Southern Africa will develop breast cancer at some point... Advice Column Your child is sick, and you feel guilty. Why? November 9, 2017 Parenting Hub There is nothing worse than when your child is sick. As a parent, you feel... Advice Column When to supplement your child’s diet November 3, 2017 Parenting Hub Children come in all shapes and sizes. But if you’re noticing that your child is... Advice Column Is our knowledge about dyslexia dated? What is the contemporary… November 3, 2017 Edublox - Reading & Learning Clinic “According to popular belief, dyslexia is a brain disorder which causes otherwise smart and intelligent... Advice Column 7 Things every mom should know about trampolines October 30, 2017 Kaboutjie We know that moms, always being the cautious ones, often feel skeptical about trampolines and... Advice Column 5 Parenting Tips For Children With Autism October 20, 2017 Kaboutjie When autism is diagnosed early the long term outcome is almost always better since you... Advice Column Is genetic insight the greatest gift you can give your… October 18, 2017 Parenting Hub From the time you first hold your child in your arms, you’ll do everything you... Advice Column Medical Aid Made Easy October 13, 2017 Parenting Hub Access to good healthcare remains a concern for most South Africans and choosing a medical... Advice Column Cost free stem cell storage programme gives hope to South… October 12, 2017 Parenting Hub Storing umbilical cord blood stem cells at birth could prove to be a live-saving investment... Advice Column Cholesterol: Top foods to improve your numbers October 9, 2017 Paarl Dietitians If your diet gave you high cholesterol, it can lower it, too! It's easy to... Advice Column Rethink Your Drink – Choose Water! October 6, 2017 Parenting Hub Clean and clear, refreshing and invigorating, we know instinctively that water is good for us. ... Advice Column Genetic Testing & Nutrition October 2, 2017 Paarl Dietitians Ever wondered why nutrition studies demonstrate so many conflicting results or why some people respond... Advice Column Myth busters: Baby Sleep September 28, 2017 Petro Thamm Keeping your baby up longer at night/between naps will encourage her to fall asleep faster... Advice Column Umbilical Cord Care September 25, 2017 Parenting Hub Becoming a new mom is filled with so many fun, exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking moments.... Advice Column Women's month may be over but who would we be… September 19, 2017 AmnioPad Between managing our careers, travel and family very little time is left for us to... Advice Column Just in Case Campaign Putting Safety First September 12, 2017 Parenting Hub An interactive safety education campaign is to be rolled out by Bonitas Medical Fund to ... Advice Column Bedwetting Myths Debunked by Dr Michael Mol September 11, 2017 Parenting Hub Bedwetting is a common occurrence in many South African households. Research has shown that up... Advice Column Healthy Eating Habits for Children September 5, 2017 Kath Megaw Healthy eating is an important lesson you can teach your children. The example you set... Advice Column Stem Cell Myths - Busted September 4, 2017 Parenting Hub The term stem cell gleans different reactions from people both in the medical community and... Advice Column Your Child’s Hearing August 24, 2017 Parenting Hub Hearing is an essential part of development as it enables babies to take in information... Advice Column Struggling with a teething baby? August 23, 2017 Tanya Fourie It’s 3 ‘o clock in the morning and your baby just won’t settle down. She’s... Advice Column How Heart Healthy is your Family? August 22, 2017 Paarl Dietitians Heart disease or medically referred to as cardiovascular disease refers to any disease of the... Advice Column SIDS Explained July 26, 2017 Petro Thamm One of the scariest things for all parents is the reality of Sudden Infant Death... Advice Column The Importance of Early Brain Development July 15, 2017 Skidz As parents we want what is best for our children and want to teach and... Advice Column What To Do With Sick Children July 15, 2017 Petro Thamm I very often get this question from parents: What do I do if my child... Advice Column Do you hate bedtime? July 15, 2017 Petro Thamm A correct bedtime routine can really help your child transition to sleep As a parent,... Advice Column Nutritious Knock-Ons July 15, 2017 Munchkins When it comes to mothering styles, I’m more like Bridget Jones than Gisele Bundchen. I... Advice Column Is food triggering your Migraine? July 6, 2017 The Headache Clinic Migraine is a very common problem that affects about 18% of all women and 6%... Health Rewire your brain with THINK July 5, 2017 David Lorge The 5-step happiness hack. Here’s something you’ll be familiar with: you’re at home, just minding your... Advice Column Toddler Teeth July 4, 2017 Dr Gerald B Kaplan Teething is a painful experience not only for the young child but certainly for the... Advice Column Gestational Diabetes: What to Eat? July 4, 2017 Barbara Harvey Gestational Diabetes is a hormone imbalance where the Pancreas starts making not enough insulin for... Advice Column HypnoBirthing – Taking the birthing world by calm June 30, 2017 Kim-Young The world for the pregnant woman is one filled with excitement, anticipation, anxiety and, in... Health The key to dealing with your child's fever June 29, 2017 Parenting Hub Most parents will attest that watching a child go through the discomfort of a fever... Advice Column Brain food – Eating for optimum brain function June 28, 2017 Skidz As parents we always want what is best for our children, but we don’t always... Advice Column Feeding Problems in the Early Years of Life June 28, 2017 Paarl Dietitians When you're a new mom or dad, it can be a huge challenge to parent... Health The monster around your middle November 30, 2016 Paarl Dietitians Metabolic syndrome is a health condition that everyone's talking about. Although it was only identified... Advice Column Developing reading skills to help children triumph against dyslexia November 24, 2016 Edublox - Reading & Learning Clinic There were two important educational issues in the local and international spotlight during September and... Advice Column What is Klinefelters syndrome? November 22, 2016 Parenting Hub Klinefelters syndrome (KS) is not as rare as one may think, it is not life... Advice Column Childhood obesity in South Africa to soar unless we act… November 21, 2016 The Heart & Stroke Foundation If obesity in South African children continues to increase at the current rate, 3.91 million... Advice Column Why should we limit out children’s screen time? November 17, 2016 Carla Grobler Our kids are growing up in a technological age. They are confronted with tablets, smartphones, laptops,... Advice Column What people without special needs kids need to know November 17, 2016 Mia Von Scha Parenting is a tough job. Parenting a special needs child is a tougher one. And... Advice Column How to choose a medical aid November 15, 2016 Parenting Hub Most medical schemes have launched their benefits and contributions for 2017 and it is the... Advice Column Matric Stress – When is enough, enough? November 11, 2016 Parenting Hub As hundreds of thousands of young South Africans are busy writing their Matric exams this... 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