Pregnancy is a whirlwind of emotions, changes, and cravings (Check out our article on "Spilling the Tea on Preggy Cravings." But amidst the excitement, prioritising your well-being is crucial. Did you know that a healthy gut during pregnancy can benefit both you and...
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....
Spicy Rooibos & Fruity Cranberry Cooler
Rooibos tea is full of antioxidants, which is great for health and the immune system,ย hence I like to add it into my kids cool drinks. They also enjoy rooibos withย a little bit of honey as a warm, soothing tea. Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 2 minutes...
Asparagus Plays Dress up
As a child I grew up helping my mom in her garden, and that is why I had a lot of appreciation for vegetables generally, but it didnโt mean I liked all veggies. So I understand why my boys are super fussy eaters when it comes to greens, which is the reason I...
Sandwich on a Stick
This is a creative way of transforming a boring, ordinary sandwich into something that looks incredible and is easy to eat. I usually prepare the cut-outs the night before and simply thread them onto a skewer in the morning, ready for the lunchboxes to save some time....
Helping your child to live with allergies
Parenting children with allergies does come with challenges, but the feelings need not be overwhelming. Sarah Huddy shares practical tips on how to successfully manage your childโs allergies. If your child has been diagnosed with allergies, they will have had an...
Healthy lunch box treats for your children
Lunch boxes can be a real chore. Registered dietician Julie Perks helps you to put together lunchtime treats that are healthy, tasty and nutritious.ย Lunch boxes can sometimes be a task dreaded by many parents. It can be stressful knowing what your child needs but not...
The best way to stick to your budget is to start one
COVID-19 seems to have played havoc with our eating habits โ and our grocery bills. Yashmitha Padayachee has tips for how to keep both on the straight and narrow. Has everyone noticed that the โlockdown grocery billโ made it seem like you were running a B&B for a...