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March 2017 - Nomasonto Mtshotshisa
Posted on May 5, 2017
Triple portion of love this past Valentines Day
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2Finding Contentment - Stay At Home Mom
Posted on May 5, 2017
‘Please don’t take this the wrong way, but what do you do all day?’
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Tools for Success
Posted on May 5, 2017
Developing emotional intelligence from a young age
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1The Importance of Smell
Posted on May 4, 2017
Keeping baby calm after birth
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Cute Crotcheted Critters with a Twist
Posted on Apr 28, 2017
According to the World Health Organisation, there are an estimated 15 million babies born ‘preterm’ each year. Many are severely affected due to complications from being born too early.
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Monkey Bum Clothing: Something Different
Posted on Oct 4, 2016
Local mom, Lee-Anne Milne, was inspired to create her own range of unique clothing for young children after her son was born. She felt like there was not enough fashionably-designed clothing available, especially for boys. And so Monkeybum...
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Raising my Children in a Foreign Country
Posted on Jun 29, 2016
Two local moms talk about the dynamics of moving from one country to another while raising children and having babies.
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Hearing Loss in Children
Posted on Jun 29, 2016
Local Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon, Dr Neil Crosby, discusses the importance of testing a newborn’s hearing early on. He touches on what this involves and what can be done if a hearing problem is discovered.
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Starting solids sensibly: A guide to starting baby on solids
Posted on Jun 22, 2016
Baby basics aren't always so basic, just when you think you've mastered milk feeds, there's a new bump in the road - introduction to solids. Around 6 months, breastmilk or formula alone no longer meets the nutritional requirements of your baby. At...
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1Babywearing makes a comeback
Posted on Mar 18, 2016
Babywearing is a term that refers to the act of carrying a baby on your body with the aid of a sling or piece of cloth or other structured carrier. Although babywearing has been practised worldwide by almost all human societies for centuries, it...
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3What is a Doula?
Posted on Mar 15, 2016
An interview with local doula and midwife, Colleen Pedersen
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Nesting Place moved to Walmer: An interview with Jana Rademeyer
Posted on Mar 14, 2016
A visit to the Nesting Place is always a pleasant shopping experience. Jana Rademeyer chatted to us about moving the shop to a new and larger space at 250 Main Road Walmer, and how she manages the balancing act of nurturing a growing business and...
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Smiley Kids - a childcare option that offers security and quality eductation
Posted on Dec 7, 2015
Choosing the right chidcare can be a daunting and stressful process for any new mother. While facing the adjustment of going back to work is challenging, the task of appointing a daycare for your baby takes top priority.
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2GENTLE DISCIPLINE: Parenting from a place of MINDFULNESS
Posted on Dec 1, 2015
Sherry Watkiss and Leche Kapp are counselling psychologists and managing partners at the Centre for Play & Innovation - is a dynamic company that is focused on using play to allow individuals and groups to optimise their true potential. In this...
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2A Beginners Guide to Introducing Grains
Posted on Dec 1, 2015
It's fun, easy and satisfying to cook healthy options for baby.  The addition of ground grains is a great way to introduce new textures, flavours, and nutrition to your baby’s diet.
Article By: Greta Williams
2Treats or Tricks
Posted on May 7, 2015
I am rather concerned about the number of “treats†young children get these days. Many children are so over-indulged and spoilt, that the word treat has completely lost its meaning. It really is not supposed to be an every day event. For...
Article By: Sue Paterson
1 1Activities for your 6 - 12 month old
Posted on Apr 16, 2015
For a child between the age of six and 12 months, their physical-motor development should see improved leg and foot strength, the child should be able to crawl forwards and backwards, and even turn around, and use their hands voluntarily and...
Article By: Dr Lauren Stretch
1Praise and Worship
Posted on Apr 14, 2015
Isn’t it amazing, that as each little baby is born, he is the most beautiful baby in the world? Each new mother, and father, falls head over heels in love with the cute little face of their newborn. In retrospect, and objectively, some of them...
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4Activities for your 3 month old baby
Posted on Apr 13, 2015
The early years of a child’s life are years of rapid development and change, so it’s important to provide a stimulating environment to help them grow and aid brain development.
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4 2The 5 Minute Morning
Posted on Mar 30, 2015
When it comes to babies, it sometimes seems that whatever activity we choose, they lose interest after about 5 minutes. A day is made up of so many 5-minute periods, so how can we engage our babies and toddlers for longer, and turn those 5 minutes...
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Dummy Weaning Tips
Posted on Mar 16, 2015
So many parents say ‘my child will not have a dummy’ But then the crying starts, parents resort to using a dummy and your baby and their dummy become inseparable. But when it comes to separating your child, it’s a task, which is a little...
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How much time should I spend with my child each day stimulating them?
Posted on Mar 9, 2015
How much time a parent should spend with their child is age specific. But it is important to remember that the early years of a child’s life are years or rapid development and change. And, it’s because of this that it is important to...
Article By: Dr Lauren Stretch