You’ve just welcomed your baby into the world: tiny fingers, soft cries, the warmest bundle imaginable. Amid the whirlwind of new-mom emotions, the midwives and nurses will often say: “Hold your baby skin-to-skin.” It’s a simple act – yet science shows it’s one of the most powerful things you can do to help your baby […]
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For many South African parents, few things are more stressful than watching their baby’s delicate skin flare up with redness, dryness, or tiny itchy patches. Baby eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, affects up to 1 in 5 children worldwide — and while it’s common, it can leave parents feeling worried and overwhelmed. But the good news
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If there’s one topic guaranteed to spark debate at every baby shower, moms-and-tots group, or family WhatsApp chat, it’s sleep. Should babies co-sleep in the family bed? Should they start in a crib from day one? And what about sleep training — is it kind, or is it cruel? Ask ten parents, and you’ll likely
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08 October 2025: A baby’s skin is not only the largest organ of their body, but also one of the most delicate. Up to 30% thinner than adult skin, it is more vulnerable to irritation, dryness, and damage from everyday factors such as moisture, friction, and harsh additives. For parents, this means that choosing the
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Think nipple cream is only for breastfeeding moms? Think again. Across South Africa, women (and even some men) are discovering that the humble little tube hiding in the baby aisle is actually a multi-purpose lifesaver. The magic ingredient? Lanolin — a natural wax derived from sheep’s wool that locks in moisture and helps skin heal.
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What began as one family’s healing journey through grief has quietly grown into a powerful legacy of love, connection and early developmental support for vulnerable newborns and their parents across South Africa. Since launching just under two years ago, Archie’s Archives has brought comfort to thousands of families through seven of Netcare’s neonatal intensive
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When you are pregnant, especially during the third trimester, getting a good night’s sleep can feel like a game of hide-and-seek, frustratingly out of reach when you need it most. But quality rest is essential for the health of both mom and baby. Dr Mokgohloe Phasha, an obstetrician-gynaecologist practising at Netcare Park Lane Hospital,
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Breastmilk is not just food – it contains the perfect balance of nutrients and antibodies tailored to a baby’s growth and protection. However, any medication a breastfeeding mother takes – whether herbal, prescription or over-the-counter medicines – should be carefully checked with a healthcare professional to ensure they cannot pass on any unintended effects to
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Hair loss is often viewed as a cosmetic concern, but emerging clinical insights confirm what many medical professionals have long understood: overall health is one of the most significant contributors to hair loss, and a crucial factor in whether hair restoration procedures succeed. According to Dr Kashmal Kalan, medical director at Alvi Armani South Africa,
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Globally, less than half of all newborns (46%) are breastfed within one hour of birth, leaving many newborns waiting too long for this critical contact with their mothers. While breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to support the health and development of a baby, the reality is that every family’s feeding journey is
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