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All things baby: Expert insights at Bump, Birth and Beyond Expo

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The Bump, Birth and Beyond baby Expo is an event not to be missed for mothers-to-be and new parents in Johannesburg. A wealth of information from obstetric and maternity experts, fun activities for children and plenty of baby-related inspiration await in a weekend dedicated to preparing for parenthood. Specialised maternity facility Netcare Park Lane Hospital, […]

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Know the niggles: Tips for moms-to-be in managing common discomforts

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The physical and hormonal changes during pregnancy can come as a surprise to some first-time mothers, while subsequent pregnancies can also bring some new, unexpected symptoms. “Knowing the common niggles that are often part of the pregnancy journey can be reassuring for the expectant mother, as it can be an anxious time. It is always

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7 pregnancy care and vaccination steps that help reduce birth defect risks

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Observed each year on 3 March, World Birth Defects Day highlights the importance of prevention, early detection and quality care for babies born with congenital conditions. While not all birth defects can be prevented, steps taken before and during pregnancy including vaccination, supplementation and early clinical care can significantly lower certain risks and improve outcomes

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Preparing for baby: Cutting through the noise and focusing on what really matters

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In today’s world, preparing for a new baby doesn’t just mean packing a hospital bag and setting up a cot. It often means navigating an overwhelming flood of advice, product lists, online forums and well-meaning opinions – all before your little one has even arrived. For South African moms-to-be, the excitement of pregnancy is increasingly

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Top skincare tips for moms-to-be: How to nurture your changing skin

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Pregnancy is a time of incredible change – not just for your body but for your skin. Alongside the excitement of preparing for a new arrival, many moms-to-be notice new skin concerns: dryness, itching, stretch marks and the occasional ‘mask of pregnancy’: dark patches caused by hormonal shifts. Understanding what’s normal, and how to care

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What your obstetrician sees that an online search can’t: Tips for an informed, confusion-free pregnancy

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Pregnancy comes with many firsts: the first scan, the first flutter that makes you stop mid-sentence. That first late-night panic when you Google “Is this normal?” and fall down a rabbit hole of conflicting advice.  While the Internet is often the first place people turn for answers, pregnancy is a time when what is trending

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Untreated depression can endanger both mother and baby

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During National Pregnancy Week (3–7 February), the South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP) is urging pregnant women to take depression and anxiety seriously and not to stop psychiatric medication without medical advice. In South Africa, between 16% and 50% of women experience depression or anxiety during pregnancy, and up to one in 10 is at high risk

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Pre-conception assessments: Your healthiest pregnant self

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Bringing a new life into the world can feel daunting at any age, yet when pregnancies are planned, there are more opportunities to give a baby the best possible start – beginning well before conception. “Before stopping contraception, there are a few things that couples should be informed about that could profoundly influence the future

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New pre-conception, pregnancy & breastfeeding multivitamin range to boost nutritional support

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Bayer Sub-Saharan Africa has launched Elevit Pre-conception, Pregnancy, and Breastfeeding Multivitamin Range.  “Supported by 22 clinical studies worldwide, Elevit is designed to support women from preconception through their pregnancy journey, helping to address nutritional gaps that many first-time mothers may not be aware of,” says Dr Renissa Naidoo, Consumer Health medical lead for Bayer in South East Africa.  Elevit

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Co-sleeping, cribs or sleep training: What works best?

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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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