Parenting News
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How lockdown impact on the social development of babies
KidsWe’ve moved to lockdown level 1 and life seems to feel a little more “normal” these days. However, one can’t…
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The benefits of playing with dolls
KidsAccording to new findings, playing with dolls can help your kids with important social development skills, like empathy. In other…
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Reduce the severity of tearing during labour
KidsWhen a baby’s head crowns during childbirth, the tissue around the vaginal opening can tear. Tears range from mere skin…
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How to breastfeed your preemie
KidsBreastfeeding your preemie can be challenging at first – but practice makes perfect! Probably the most profound initial challenge is…
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Six new ECD centres open in Gauteng
KidsThe City of Johannesburg is honouring the importance of Early Childhood Development (ECD) for children. Deputy Minister for Social Development…
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Does breastfeeding cause weight loss?
KidsBreastfeeding has been said to help moms lose the weight they gained during pregnancy faster. But is this a fact…
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Are your parents old-fashioned parenting beliefs harming your kids?
KidsA new study has revealed that granny and grandpa don’t always know best when it comes to parenting your children……
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Childhood obesity continues to rise
Babies & ToddlersDid you know that 13% of SA kids under the age of five are overweight? “Nutrition is key to ensure…
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Ease the pain of stitches after a vaginal birth
KidsYou knew that giving birth was going to hurt – you probably spent the last nine months worrying about it.…
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Double up: Factors that increase your chances of having twins
KidsWhat is better than one bundle of joy? Two, of course! Twins have always held a certain fascination – even…
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Check if your little one’s growth is on track with this app
KidsThe Growth Journey App launched in South Africa to help parents easily track their child’s growth and identify any problems…
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Ease your fear about being a single parent
KidsYou’ve endured months of verbal abuse from your partner, you’ve been degraded, lied to, blamed for things that aren’t your…
