Family Planning
Pregancy & Infancy
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Whether you’re still in the planning stages or already pregnant, IRENE BOURQUIN’s advice is: Start where you are! Here are her tips for giving your baby the best possible beginning …
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When your digestive system’s a war zone, probiotics can help fight the bad bacteria in your gut Did you know that as many as 60% of diseases begin in the …
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High dose vitamin C shortens colds – research Vitamin C supplementation may shorten the duration of colds, research shows. Analysing two randomized trials, scientists from the University of Helsinki, Finland, …
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Pregnancy brings so many changes to your body—some good and some not-so-good—that you may be tempted to just put your feet up and move as little as possible. Resist that …
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The Rooibos plant Rooibos Tea is produced from the plant Aspalathus linearis which is a leguminous shrub that is unique to the Cederberg Mountains around the town of Clanwilliam and …
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Apart from your child perhaps having special needs, you may not have a support system or the finances to provide for him or her as you would like. There are …
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Bearing children is one of those ‘things’ to which we as women are expected by society to aspire. I’ve been in the middle of a group of women where someone …
Health & Nutitrion
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Family-PlanningNutritionRecipes
Enjoy Heritage Day with these recipes, celebrating our country and the planet!
by adminby adminPea protein power Pea protein is one of the trendiest protein powders around this year. As the name says, it is the protein extracted from peas. An explosion of plant-based …
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This high-protein quiche is carb clever and a stunning addition to your party canapés. The finer you cut the fillings (a food processor works wonders), the easier it will be …
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HealthNutrition
Back to school after lockdown? Now is a critical time for boosting your children’s immunity
by adminby adminBACK TO SCHOOL AFTER LOCKDOWN? NOW IS A CRITICAL TIME FOR BOOSTING YOUR CHILDREN’S IMMUNITY – Medicinal plant native to South Africa proven to have immune-boosting and protective effects Should …
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Health
Community health workers are crucial to pandemic response. How to support them
by adminby adminAlmost all African countries have reported cases of the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19). To contain the disease, they cannot rely just on doctors and nurses, who are already in short supply and …
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CommunityHealthNutrition
Celebrate Good Times! – Baking the Best Birthday Feast During Lockdown
by adminby adminApril 2020 – Your birthday is a special occasion and this year, thanks to Lockdown, you or one of your family member’s may be celebrating your birthday at home. Why …
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HealthLifeStyleNutrition
Laager Rooibos gets to the heart of the matter during the COVID-19 pandemic
by adminby adminA recent study undertaken by the University of Columbia found that COVID-19 poses a significant risk to those suffering from cardiovascular disease (CVD) and hypertension, as a result of the …
Popular Posts
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LAMB AND MUSHROOM KOFTA Serves: 4 Preparation time: 40 minutes 250g lean lamb mince 250g button mushrooms, finely chopped and pan fried 125ml dried bread crumbs 1 large egg …
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HealthNutrition
Back to school after lockdown? Now is a critical time for boosting your children’s immunity
by adminby adminBACK TO SCHOOL AFTER LOCKDOWN? NOW IS A CRITICAL TIME FOR BOOSTING YOUR CHILDREN’S IMMUNITY – Medicinal plant native to South Africa proven to have immune-boosting and protective effects Should …
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MUSHROOM AND CHICKEN MEATBALLS WITH MARROW PASTA Serves: 4 10ml olive oil 350g button mushrooms, finely chopped 2 skinless and boneless chicken breasts 1 handful chives, finely chopped 125ml dried …
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The Mother-Child Relationship Mothers and their children are connected even before birth. All those months spent together mark the beginning of a sometimes challenging, yet rewarding, relationship. Moms have an …
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Health
Community health workers are crucial to pandemic response. How to support them
by adminby adminAlmost all African countries have reported cases of the new coronavirus disease (COVID-19). To contain the disease, they cannot rely just on doctors and nurses, who are already in short supply and …
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As a single mom, you have a lot on your plate. From remembering your children’s schedules to ensuring they have everything they need for school every day, to catering for …
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HealthLifeStyleNutrition
Laager Rooibos gets to the heart of the matter during the COVID-19 pandemic
by adminby adminA recent study undertaken by the University of Columbia found that COVID-19 poses a significant risk to those suffering from cardiovascular disease (CVD) and hypertension, as a result of the …
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Female entrepreneur, baking extraordinaire and mother of four, Grace Stevens understands that during lockdown many entrepreneurs are thinking about their business’ livelihood and sustainability. However, for many women managing their businesses in …
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The world is reeling from the startling effects of the global pandemic COVID-19, and here in South Africa poverty-stricken children are amongst the most vulnerable in the community. Since schools …
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Family-Planning
Tea4Kidz shares edutaining activities to keep kids busy during the national lockdown
by adminby adminSchool holidays often place pressure on parents and caregivers who are looking to entertain young children, and the situation has been made quite a bit tougher by the restrictions outlined …
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Family-PlanningInfancy
Ready to go: For the best feeding experience at home and in public for both you and baby, here are the essentials for your breastfeeding wardrobe
by adminby adminThere once was a time when a baby, a breast and an experienced granny were all that was needed to feed successfully! As families drifted apart and breastfeeding declined, the …
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Family-PlanningInfancyParenting
Parental Controls: Keeping Your Children Safe When Watching TV
by adminby adminWhile you may or may not disagree about whether television has taken things too far in recent years given the slow erosion of content restrictions, you still want to make …
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ChildCommunity
Help secure the future of the most vulnerable members of our community
by adminby adminKwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa – More than 3000 children are abandoned in SA every year according to 2019 estimates by the National Adoption Coalition of South Africa – that is approximately …
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Early Childhood Development (ECD) is the phase between birth and the school-going age (pre-school or crèche). During this phase, children establish their foundational cognitive abilities, attitudes and skills, preparing them …
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Hyundai’s first mass-produced high-performance car which has been lavished with high praise and described in the media as a “massive success”, “an absolute triumph” and an “astonishing performance model”, has …
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