Born Fighters

Born Fighters

A premature birth can be described as an emotional rollercoaster ride and, simultaneously, a time of witnessing the miraculous, as a “preemie” fights to gain strength and keep growing. Kim Jansen explores premature or preterm births and how these warrior-like little...
Losses & Gains: The Maternal Weight Battle

Losses & Gains: The Maternal Weight Battle

Many moms worry about weight gain during pregnancy, but usually this is more about not fitting into their clothes and less about the impact of their weight on their and their baby’s health. Pippa Naudé explores the healthier ways to manage your body weight during...
Social Media profiles for Children

Social Media profiles for Children

Photo albums and scrapbooks are taking a backseat when it comes to capturing treasured family moments, as it appears the millennial moms are now opting for social media profiles for their kids instead. A survey conducted by Gerber.com indicated that almost 40% of moms...
Should you ‘Spank’ your child?

Should you ‘Spank’ your child?

Clinical psychologist Dr Laura Markham explores the polarising issue of whether or not you should use spanking to punish your child. It’s very clear where she stands. Were you spanked as a child? If so, you may think it’s a good way to guide a child. Or maybe you...