Diary of a Pregnancy: Weeks 23 and 24

Diary of a Pregnancy: Weeks 23 and 24

Weeks 23 and 24 Hello little baby.. This second trimester is just going by so quickly. I am feeling a lot more comfortable and energetic than during the first trimester. I have started getting some heartburn some evenings, so a smaller dinner is on the cards going...
Benefits for women

Benefits for women

Women have different healthcare needs to men. Bestmed Medical Scheme understands this and encourages you to take care of yourself as much as you take care of your family and friends. That’s why the Scheme offers a wide range of preventative care and...
The prestigious title crown of single mamahood

The prestigious title crown of single mamahood

I sometimes wonder when driving in the car alone (the only alone time I get) where I would be if raising Hera was not high on my everyday to-do list. Don’t get me wrong, having her is not a chore, but she does take up most my time, my thoughts, my energy. I’m depleted...
Skincare tips for babies

Skincare tips for babies

I always tell mums (and dads) that they should imagine their baby’s skin as a bricked wall, with many layers. Each layer has its own function, and how we nourish these layers, sets a foundation for the rest of their lives. It is also important to note that the skin is...
The building blocks of saving for education

The building blocks of saving for education

In a post-Covid world, the idea of starting a family has challenges that previous generations did not have to account for. One of the biggest of these is the financial implications in an economic downturn, and the cost of education ranks high on the list. However,...