Covid-19, Pregnancy and Breastfeeding – The Lowdown

Covid-19 adds an extra layer of worry for pregnant and breastfeeding moms. Registered dietician and lactation consultant Carey Haupt answers some of your most pressing questions. Covid-19 is everywhere in our social media, on every channel and radio station, as it...
Peanut Allergies and School

Peanut Allergies and School

Food allergies are scary for parents of young children; they create unease and uncertainty. Educator Kerry McArthur gives you the information and tips you need to keep your little one safe. To begin understanding allergies it is important that you know what they are....
How to nurture imaginary play?

How to nurture imaginary play?

Because children learn through imaginary play, it’s important to encourage this kind of play, writes Dr Jo-Marie Bothma, clinical psychologist and play therapist. There are two words that can open up all kinds of worlds for your children: “Just pretend …” With...
Letting go of “perfect”

Letting go of “perfect”

Mother guilt is a real thing. There are countless articles (and Pinterest quotes) that tell us to stop being so hard on ourselves and to let go of the guilt. If only it were so easy, writes guest editor Bailey Schneider. If you’ve ever wondered if you’re a good mom,...
The facts about IVF

The facts about IVF

Fertility treatment can be bewildering. Dr Jo-Marie Bothma, clinical psychologist and play therapist chatted to obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Casandra Pillay about in vitro fertilisation. Thousands of couples and individuals are affected by infertility. It is...