Clinical psychologist and mom of two Dr Jรณ-Mariรฉ Bothma talks about how having a baby can affect your circle of friends, with both losses and gains, but hopefully also some valuable steadfast friendships. Once you become a parent, you need your friends more than ever....
Certified sleep consultant Petro Thamm takes a look at sleep regression โ why your babyโs sleep patterns sometimes regress, what to do about it, and when you should be worried by it. There is nothing more rewarding for a parent than when you finally feel as though...
Caring for a newborn can be a little scary, but with these top tips from Durban-based midwife Cheryl Rowe, who runs Cherylโs Gentle Births, youโll be feeling confident in no time. Bath Time Bliss Getting started Cheryl Rowe says, โFor many of my moms, the first few...
A premature birth can be described as an emotional rollercoaster ride and, simultaneously, a time of witnessing the miraculous, as a โpreemieโ fights to gain strength and keep growing. Kim Jansen explores premature or preterm births and how these warrior-like little...
South African summers can become quite uncomfortable for your baby with temperatures rising to above 35ยฐC in certain areas of the country. Tennille Aron provides some useful tips to keep your baby happy and healthy during the sunny season. The summer heat can be quite...
It doesnโt matter how much you talk โ ultimately your child will learn far more from watching your behaviour. Teixeira Murray writes about six things every child should see their mom doing. โAdultingโ is already such a difficult task. Add to that becoming a parent,...
Many breastfeeding mothers believe that nipple pain is normal, but registered dietician and certified lactation consultant Deidre Smith says breastfeeding shouldnโt hurt. โNipple pain is normal โฆโ or is it? While nipple pain may be common, and one of the main reasons...
Before you bring your baby home itโs vital to give it a thorough safety audit and ensure itโs as safe as possible, writes Nicolette Proome. There is no greater parental instinct than the impulse to protect your young. However, even though we would spring to shield our...
