National Nutrition Week (9-15 October) reminds us that what we feed our babies shapes not only their growth, but also their gut health and overall wellbeing. One of the simplest, yet overlooked, ways ...
Image source: Shutterstock A baby’s skin is not only the largest organ of their body, but also one of the most delicate. Up to 30% thinner than adult skin, it is more vulnerable to irritat...
For all pregnant women – oral care during and after pregnancy for both mother and child. We all know that every pregnant woman suffers with bleeding gums during pregnancy & how important ora...
Join our FREE 2025 Allergy Education Workshop series! Register today! Our “Rhinitis & Conjunctivitis” Workshop tkaes place on Saturday 31 May 2025 (11:00am – 12:30pm) Some great ...
In 2009 South Africa experienced a significant measles outbreak. Dr Liza Street, paediatrician and co-founder of Ajuda, a digital storage vault for health information, was on the frontlines as sick ch...
Mini Medics is an initiative that empowers children as young as six years old with the skills and confidence to act in an emergency. At the heart of this initiative is Nathanael Block, a passionate ad...
Are you looking for creative ways to keep little (or big) hands busy this holiday season? The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) has put together three fun and eco-friendly paper-...
Journey Recovery & Wellness Centre Spokesperson: Melandrie Bridges (Psychological Counsellor) As the festive season approaches, excitement builds around reconnecting with family, catching up into ...
Thousands of South African families face the heartbreak of losing a baby to miscarriage, stillbirth, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), or other causes every year. October, observed globally as Preg...
Does your preschooler refuse to share? Have they ever said something REALLY embarrassing (and loud) about a stranger at the supermarket? We’ve all been there. As a mom and a child development expert...
Johannesburg, 06 September 2024 — South Africa faces a significant challenge with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), a condition that is 100% preventable, yet alarmingly prevalent in this coun...
In this digital age, where screens dominate daily life, the idea of reading a physical book, magazine, or newspaper may seem old-fashioned. Ahead of International Day of Literacy on 8 September, the ...
Third episode of web series, Chew on This, looks into aggressive food marketing targeting children and calls on viewers to sign petition “My name is Vuyiseka Mangele and I’m the mother of Mihl...
For female career women, the struggle of balancing work and family responsibilities are well-known and widely discussed. Relatively little attention however is given to their counterparts, those women...
As technology continues to shrink the world, migration is becoming easier. According to Statista, nearly a million South Africans emigrated in 2020, and the semigration trend in recent years has seen ...
This season Woolworths introduces its newest baby range featuring carefully crafted and delightful garments to keep your little one wrapped in layers of comfort throughout the cold months ahead. In ad...
Post-partum Thyroiditis: Knowing the facts Many complex and amazing bodily changes occur during pregnancy to create a new human life. While welcoming a new child is an exciting and joyous time for mot...
According to the World Health Organisation, endometriosis affects approximately 10% of women of reproductive age globally. Among the adverse effects experienced by those suffering from endometriosis, ...
A growing area of interest in the speech therapy profession is Gestalt language processing. Gestalt language processors are children who learn language in a way that is different from analytical langu...
In a judgment with constitutional significance for the workplace, the High Court has ruled that all parents, irrespective of gender, should be entitled to four months of parental leave from their empl...
The landscape of paediatric dental care in South Africa is poised for a significant transformation, marked by the launch of the nation’s first specialised Paediatric and Special Needs Dental Car...
Next Biosciences, a leading local biotech company, is expanding its’ direct-to-consumer (DTC) lifestyle genetic testing offering that will enable South Africans to take personal ownership of their h...
FUTURELIFE®, South Africa’s fastest-growing cereal brand, has taken a giant leap in supporting the nutritional needs of expectant and lactating mothers with the launch of FUTURELIFE® MOTHERS F...
A staggering number of South African women, up to 8 million, are affected by Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), a complex hormonal disorder that often remains undiagnosed and misunderstood. In light ...
Most pregnancies are uneventful, with a healthy baby and a happy mother to show for it. Despite this, there are exceptions and statistically 8% of pregnancies present with complications1. To ensure yo...
While a toddler who is considered ‘advanced’ for their age is often a source of pride for parents or typically seen as a sign of higher intellect or development in a child, there is a great deal o...
Kim Williams Design, the renowned design studio celebrated for its innovative and transformative spaces, left attendees at Decorex Cape Town inspired with their captivating exhibition this past weeken...
We often tell the legacies of our fathers in the fond stories of what we learnt about life from them. Positive, involved fathers help us to live a life driven by values, and guided by tried-and-true...
Rooibos is one cuppa you need to stock up on this winter to help boost your immunity as the temperature drops. The homegrown tisane has been used to help ease and provide protection against colds and ...
What to look out for and why. Cape Town 22 May 2023 – We’ve all been there: a clothing item we’ve ordered online doesn’t fit properly, and so begins the arduous process of returning it. Whil...
Wednesday, 17 May 2023 The most nurturing space for a newborn in the early weeks of life as they adapt to the world outside of the womb, is snuggled against their parent’s chest, skin to skin, where...
Movement is about understanding how the bones of the pelvis move to create space for the baby as the baby descends and rotates through the pelvis. Think logically – use gravity during labour. Gravit...
Expressing your love this February need not break the bank Clever marketing campaigns costing companies millions of rands are launched every February, enticing you to splash out on champagne, exorbita...
Christmas – the most wonderful time of the year is finally upon us. It’s the chance to abandon the chaos of our everyday routine and instead revel in the comfort and joy of precious family tim...
As temperatures rise, so too does our desire to be outside. Warmer weather, pretty flowers and even prettier sunsets coupled with the smell of backyard braais is enough to tempt even the most reclusiv...
The internet opens the world to your children, it’s an opportunity to learn more as so much course work and classroom teaching relies on digital platforms. With the school holidays around the corner...
Johannesburg, 05 December 2022: Lilima is a siSwati word which refers to a group of people coming together to help one another till their fields or similar work around the community. The idea is that ...
A just-released survey conducted by the SA Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR) – Africa’s largest registry and only accredited member of the World Marrow Donor Association (WMDA) with access to 40 millio...
A very cute and comfy baby carrier is on its way to market. The result of a collaboration between two local brands that share similar values. One is part of the large Cape Union Mart Group; the other ...
The sun is finally out, and as a natural mood booster, it brings with it a much-needed change in our behaviour too. Lighter and brighter days tend to make us feel happier, freer, and more positive aft...
Client Engagement Team Lead at Metropolitan GetUp Liezel Gordon highlights the dangers of sharing your child’s life online, and how to empower children to become responsible digital citizens Imagine...
Nooksy is a South African reading app that enables faraway families to effortlessly read meaningful children’s books to little ones and strengthen family relationships while creating cherished memor...
Is your body sending you signals that you might have an unhealthy gut? If you struggle with abdominal discomfort, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, these could be some of the signs of an unhealthy ...
LEGO® Play Well Study reveals interesting facts about South African parents and the importance of play Johannesburg, South Africa, September 2022; The LEGO Group has highlighted the importance of pla...
From birth to advanced years, options are available Monday, 5 September 2022 As one of the senses we rely upon most the ability to hear is, for many, central to our daily experience of the world. An...
Johannesburg, South Africa, August 2022 -According to research done by Ginamarie Scott, Lyle E. Leritz, and Michael D,being creative is an important skill, which people tend to lose, as they get older...
Mental help and practical advice at hand for those navigating new living situations Tuesday, 26 July 2022 As every parent knows, raising a family is challenging even at the best of times. Those experi...
Tips To Keep You Warm This Winter The freezing cold weather usually forces us to retreat indoors for warmth and comfort, but rising utility costs is making it more difficult for many South Africans to...
June is World Infertility Awareness Month and a great time to talk to your doctor and partner about your fertility health Johannesburg, 2 June 22: It is estimated that globally, infertility af...
Johannesburg, South Africa, (May 25th, 2022) – Even if you are small, you matter – just like every drop of water. This is the inspiring message of Splash, a new children’s book funded an...
This Easter we can finally enjoy having friends, relatives, and neighbours gathered around a generous spread, sharing stories over a table overflowing with soul-nourishing foods. The smell of freshly ...
By Shani Lits, Clinical Psychologist, program director at Els for Autism South Africa, and expert speaker on The Join Panda App Every year, the importance of April being Autism month increases. Initia...
This festive season many families will find themselves gathered around a hospital bed of a loved one diagnosed with a life-threatening blood disorder in need of a stem cell transplant, instead of the ...
Netcare Milpark Breast Care Centre of Excellence protocols to guide patient care worldwide Wednesday, 27 October 2021 The American College of Surgeons’ National Accreditation Program for Breast Cent...
Dads are the silent strength behind our happy families. They are our everyday hero’s, the first gentlemen we love and our eternal cheerleaders, bursting with pride over our smallest achievements. Th...
Akeso George Media Release Abusers and bullies are often products of their environment Tuesday, 11 May 2021 In a country where violence against women and children is perpetuated and bullying in sch...
May 2021 – Happy memories are the essential, invisible and invaluable ingredients for any spectacular recipe. Nostalgia is baked into our favourite foods so deeply that it only takes the smell o...
by Darian Ryan My name is Darian Ryan. I am a mom to the most amazing human. Ok, I guess I’m being biased but don’t all moms think that their kids are the best? I come from a family of crea...
The SA Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR) has joined hands with Netcells, the largest and longest established private cord blood bank in Africa, who will be making cord blood available to patients in need o...
The SA Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR) will be able to substantially increase their efforts aimed at recruiting blood stem cell donors in South Africa, thanks to a partnership with Be The Match© – a l...
Babies and toddlers most at risk, and travellers urged to be extra cautious Tuesday, 15 September 2020, As parents the world over can confirm, the curiosity of children can lead them into plenty of un...
Is your child’s vaccinations UP-TO-DATE? This press release can be read in sections or in full. Johannesburg, 22 July 20 Maintaining vaccination services amid COVID-19 As the world works to devel...
How to cover your bases in the event you contract the virus Friday 10 July 2020, With thousands of new Covid-19 infections occurring daily in South Africa and the possibility of contracting the virus ...
The global spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has left people exposed to the invisible enemy, but there are ways to not only survive but thrive. Aesthetic Lab co-owner and medical practitione...
1 June UN Global Day of Parents Much of personal financial planning focuses on saving and investing for your own future, to cover the costs of raising a family and eventually being able to retire inde...
Akeso Alberton Media release Is COVID-19 worry affecting your life? The evolutionary role of anxiety explained Wednesday, 6 May 2020, It is easy to become preoccupied with COVID-19 amidst constant rem...
Johannesburg, 22 April 2020: World Meningitis Day is on 24 April and the theme for 2020 is #DefeatMeningitis. The aim of this day is to raise awareness about Meningococcal Meningitis in particular, a ...
“I feel like I’m in a tornado! I am exhausted! My children are showing signs of stress and anxiety and I do not know how to fix it! I am doing my best to survive! We are overwhelmed by the cor...
Huggies® Pants show off your little movers Each little one is unique and has different needs, that’s why it’s great to have options when it comes to choosing a nappy for your baby. Not on...
Huggies® launches their Extra Care Range Being a parent is one of the most magical experiences. Having a baby, watching them grow, discovering their personality and playing a role in shaping them int...
While trauma, divorce and bereavement can send anyone into a downward spiral of depression, there are some surprising, ‘everyday’, factors that also heighten our risk for mental illness. A leading...
Childhood should be a time of joy and discovery, exploring the world around us and everyone and everything in it. Healthy vision is crucial to this and indeed all other aspect of early development. ...
Cape Town, 01 October 2019: When it comes to momspiration for bump- or baby-friendly fashion, it might be time to emulate that famous ‘Markle sparkle’. Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry have been li...
Early detection of breast cancer, even before physical symptoms develop, is key in beating breast cancer Every woman is potentially at risk of getting breast cancer. Men can get breast cancer too! W...
YOUR VISION FIRST – ACT NOW World Retina Week – 23 to 29 September introduces Eye Care Awareness Month in South Africa. Retina South Africa urges each and every South African to get involved...
Have you noticed that we may be bringing up a generation of young people who feel so entitled to gifts, devices and whatever they desire, that gratitude is becoming a lost art? How often do you feel u...
Imagine holding a big juicy orange in your hand. The fruit feels heavy and cool and you excitedly anticipate enjoying what it has ‘inside’. You know for sure that the orange, when squeezed, will o...
Pertunia Sibanyoni, CEO of InspectaCar (Pty) Limited has been appointed to the board of Wheel Well. She joins Eugene Herbert, CEO of MasterDrive, an advanced driver training company, Peter Townshend, ...
In a world where life seems to keep us spinning in a never-ending vortex of fast-paced, pressured parenting, crushing bills and overwhelming expectations, Cindy Glass, Owner and Co-Founder of Step Up ...
Trust is at the core of all positive human relationships. This is according to Cindy Glass, Owner and Co-Founder of Step Up Education Centres. She says, “Trust, when nurtured and honoured within a...
The ‘Play Every Day’ program empowered caregivers to effectively guide children in learning through play in South Africa Johannesburg, South Africa – 22 May 2019 – In celebration of Wo...
Never in the history of mankind have we been so bombarded by technology in the form of cellphones, tablets and computers. Cindy Glass, Owner and Co-Founder of Step Up Education Centres say,” We ...
(Johannesburg, February 2019) Finding your feet in a new year can be both an exciting and daunting experience, not forgetting the overwhelming feeling of starting over. You may be rushing to buy the m...
Mfundo is a young man who is considered to be a top academic and sporting high-flyer. He is in Grade 5 and has already won many awards for his achievements. Despite his top-of-the-class status, his pa...
We are so excited to launch a worldwide first in baby furniture – the Baby Hug 4-in-1. Chicco are fore-runners in innovation and function when it comes to baby furniture, juvenile hard lines s...
A globally-respected company with 61 years as a leading baby products manufacturer, millions of people have grown up with Chicco in their lives, and passed that tradition on to their children a...
A very limited number of expectant mothers research their options before giving birth and as a result childbirth educators, hospitals, and baby product providers, such as Huggies®, focus on childbirt...
Did you know that kids today spend only half as much time playing outside as their parents did?* Not only are they missing out on the fresh air, they are also losing out on the many physical and menta...
Why do we all ‘voluntarily’ go to work every day? For many, the answer is plain and simple: to earn an income. We then spend this income on the things we view as most important; ranging from basic...
De-lish new vitamin-fortified baby food in store now Give your baby vitamin-fortified anytime nutrition with De-lish, now available at Baby City Preparing delicious and nutritious pureed food for yo...
On November 15th, in celebration of World Cord Blood Day 2018, CryoSave SA will join experts from around the globe to educate parents, healthcare professionals and the public about the current uses of...
BOKSBURG – The birth of five babies surely comes with certain challenges, but Cuddlers wanted to eliminate just one of those challenges for the parents of newborn quintuplets, with a hefty donation....
There is nothing quite as comforting to a baby than the embrace of their mother. The love, security and comfort of a mom’s hug is hard to match; but Huggies®, the trusted nappy brand and partner to...
Cape Town, August 2018: Mundipharma has advanced its leadership in feminine care by launching a new cosmetic range specifically designed for the intimate area. Everything from daily protection, to doc...
Most of us have fond childhood memories of being in the kitchen with loved ones and creating scrumptious meals and treats. As children, we always wanted to help in the kitchen and get our hands dirty,...
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is increasingly becoming a greater determinant of future success across all spheres of life than IQ, an expert says, adding that it is more important than ever before that ...
Providing an environment that allows female employees to continue breastfeeding is not only good for the health of the next generation, it has concrete benefits for the employer. By Anne Marie de Beer...
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), “breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure child health and survival.”[1] In support of this sentiment, Nestlé is commemorating W...
It was Pregnancy Awareness Week earlier in February. But these days, just getting pregnant is a challenge. According to Meggan Zunckel from the Infertility Association of South Africa (2015), one in s...
Written by Kirsten A while back I wrote about our experience with antenatal classes. We attended antenatal classes for 6 weeks towards the end of my pregnancy – 2 hours a week. The reason we decid...
Technology has completely revolutionised the world. It affects just about everything we do, from paying accounts, to research and calling a taxi, right down to how we raise our children. The latter is...
Written by Rebecca Article link Are antenatal classes really worth it? Perhaps one of the most highly debated topics of pregnancy, should you spend the extra money attending antenatal classes? Most o...
The month of February is recognised as National Healthy Lifestyles Awareness Month which aims to educate South Africans about how healthy living could avert the growing number of diseases of lifestyle...
Written by Megan Kelly Botha Every year I collaborate with Bio-Oil to share the importance of pregnancy education. This year, instead of the usual spiel, I thought that I’d share how I benefited fr...
June is a month where Father’s Day is celebrated across the board! Everywhere you look and everywhere you go there are reminders to celebrate your Dad and celebrate the privilege of being a Father. ...
Sun Screen Day (27th of May) is a reminder to make sure you are properly protecting yourself from the sun. Acornkids sun care range teaches your children to care for their skin from an early age. Aco...
With such a wealth of information available to expectant moms and new parents, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of facts or to be confused by different points of view and opinions. ...
We are excited to share the fantastic news! This incredibly effective, potentially life-changing therapy is going to be taught for the first time ever in South Africa in May 2015! Details We are offer...
Read more in the March Childsafe Newsletter....
Young Capetonians are in for a treat this Spring when the oldest toy shop in the world opens at the V&A Waterfront. Young visitors entering the Hamleys store in the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre ...
Pure Beginnings, South Africa’s most trusted Organic Baby brand, is very proud to announce that it is the first South African Baby & Kids line to be certified organic with the internationally re...
First bionic eye for age related eye condition Retina South Africa today welcomed the news of the 1st artificial retina implanted into a patient with Age Related Macular Degeneration [AMD]. Surgeons i...
Cape Town, 21 April 2015 — Young Capetonians are in for a treat this Spring when the oldest toy shop in the world opens at the V&A Waterfront. Young visitors entering the Hamleys store in the V...
World Retina Week is observed in over 40 countries to create awareness of the progress towards treatment for retinal genetic conditions through scientific research. The remarkable progress being made ...
From world renown speakers to giveaways and prizes! Whether you are expecting, have a toddler or baby at home… The sleep event of the year is just around the corner....
Greenstone Shopping Centre, one of Johannesburg’s most established and modern shopping centres located in Edenvale, celebrates the grand opening of United Kingdom-based toy giant Hamleys’ flagship...
Already considered one of the most powerful superfoods on the market today, Rooibos tea’s antioxidant army also packs a protective punch against heart disease, research shows. Local and internationa...
October of each year sees the entire nation assessing their eating habits as we celebrate National Nutrition Week from the 9th to the 15th of October. The focus of this year’s campaign is “Healthy...
Hamleys, the world’s finest toy shop, has announced the opening of their 3rd South African shop, at Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton at 15:00 on the 1st of December 2015. Following hot on the heels o...
The reindeers have gathered, it’s Christmas at MamaMagic and we’re ready to celebrate. Join us at the Ticketpro Dome from the 26-29 November, with more unbeatable savings and festive fun! Join in ...
(Cape Town, 26 January 2016) Mysmartkid, a local leader in the field of Early Childhood Development (ECD), are encouraging expectant parents to celebrate a lifetime of wonderment with the launch of t...
Compiled by Bio-Oil, in consultation with dermatologist Dr Ayesha Moolla, gynaecologist Dr Jana Rossouw and childbirth educator Lynne Bluff. Last updated: 21 January 2016 Pregnancy Skin Care Looking...
Making Informed Choices Pregnancy Education Week, 13 to 21 February The theme of this year’s Pregnancy Education Week (13 to 21 February 2016) is ‘Date and way of birth – what would baby cho...
Hamleys, which hit South Africa in August 2015, has since enjoyed the fastest role out of stores the iconic brand has ever experienced – with 3 flagship stores opened in South Africa in just 3 month...
Hamleys new toy shop at Eastgate Shopping Centre will be spreading smiles with a #HamleysBBFF Donation Station, where pre-loved teddies and new fluffy toys can be donated to the Smile Foundation. The ...
Hi there- its Baby and family festival time again! This festival is held at the Storehouse church on 21 March 9 to 13. It can be reached by turning into Centenary rd from Circular road (at Nashua Mo...
For most women in their reproductive years, menstruation is not the happiest time of the month. Even more so when it’s accompanied by a whole range of physical and emotional changes known as Preme...
The last week of April is Global Vaccination Week. This project, initiated by the World Health Organisation (WHO), is intended to stimulate awareness of one of the world’s most successful and cost-e...
Parenting can be tricky, with no universal rule book to depend on; sometimes all you need is guidance and advice from the experts about how to successfully navigate your parenting journey. As your par...
by Debbie Mynhardt Self-expression for 0–2 years: You are never too old or too young to enjoy music! You might think your baby is too young, but you can actually help to teach them to express themse...
Exclusive to Hamleys Hamleys offer a stunning selection of Traditional Wooden Toys for pre-school children. Hamleys has top quality and completely child-safe wooden toys and games that are timeless...
Occupational therapy is a term becoming increasingly known to South African parents as one of the fields recruited to assist with early childhood development, particularly in the areas of play, motor ...
Toyota has expanded its family of virtual crash-test dummies by adding three new models to replicate the physical characteristics of children aged 10, six and three. The software, known as Total Human...
Vitamin D’s powerful immune boosting characteristics may make it more important than vitamin C in helping counter colds and flu. Research shows that supplementing with vitamin D may cut flu risk by...
World Retina Week is observed in 40 countries to create awareness of the progress towards treatment for retinal genetic conditions through scientific research. The remarkable progress being made in th...
Walk of Love open to all members of the Public who have lost a child/grandchild (regardless of age) or sibling Please join us at 10am on the 22nd October 2016 at http://www.rietvleilifestylecentre.c...
Toy Kingdom Canal Walk has launched a newly transformed store with the intention of igniting the imagination of each child that steps through their doors. The Canal Walk Toy Kingdom store has incorpor...
Amy Westerman couldn’t have guessed that giving away surplus baby clothes and accessories could lead her to establish a NPO. We have seen it all too often. A new born baby’s cute little face peeki...
From a soothing beverage to beauty elixir, Rooibos tea is one versatile brew. Now researchers have discovered that it can also undo some of the damage caused by the sun’s harmful rays. For the past ...
We have had such fantastic feedback from the pregnant moms and dads who attended on Saturday – this is some of the feedback we received – Great! Very informative for a first time dad – Daniel fr...
No parent likes to think about this, but tens of thousands of South African children die every year, as a result of drowning, burns, poisoning and falls from bunk beds, roofs, roller skates and skateb...
The last week of April is World Immunization Week (24 – 30 April) which aims to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease. Immunization saves millions of lives and is...
A dreamy combination of Snowflake Chocolate Cupcakes and Manhattan Marshmallows. Bake fluffy chocolate cupcakes and top with pink and white marshmallows for ready-in-seconds icing. Get creative with m...
The Saying Goes: “Behind every successful man, is a woman”. While spending time with Maps Maponyane (the most successful sweetheart you will ever meet), you will quickly...
Snowflake and Manhattan Marshmallows have come together to create a sweet Mother’s Day sensation. You can treat your mom to a batch of cupcakes baked by yours-truly, using the “Snowflake Creations...
Immunization Works Immunization has been widely acknowledged as the most successful means of preventing the suffering and death associated with life-threatening infectious diseases.[1] P1a Vaccines a...
The spotlight has fallen on male fertility this June, which is recognised as National Men’s Health Month, following reports by scientists who claim that sperm counts have halved over the past 50 yea...
Surgeons For Little Lives raises over R6 million at launch event – to build a Lactation Unit and Breast Milk Bank at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital On 13 September 2017, Surgeons For Littl...
From the time you first hold your child in your arms, you’ll do everything you can to protect them – and that includes shielding them from a range of illnesses. You’ll spend the first few years ...
Johannesburg – Dad Coach Craig Wilkinson and Skoobs Theatre of Books will present the “birth” of “It’s a Dad!” on 26 October, with musical performances from Generations actor Ane...
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