As parents, we know how essential sleep is for our children’s growth and well-being. Yet, the profound effects of sleep – both good and bad – on a child’s development are often underestimated. As the founder of Mamas Touch Sleeping Suits, I’ve spent years researching and understanding the impact that sleep can have on a […]
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According to Arrive Alive, car safety seats reduce the risk of death in passenger cars by 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers. Since 2012, more than 11 500 children have been placed in car safety seats through the African Brain Child (ABC) Car Seats for Kids campaign. The Be Quick to Click Car Seat
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When you first introduce solids to your baby, it’s usually easy to keep things clean because they aren’t very mobile yet. However, as the months go by, they will start swiping the spoon and blowing raspberries into their food, which can quickly become a mess for everyone! I understand that this can be overwhelming, and
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August marks both World Breastfeeding Week and Child Health Month, providing an ideal opportunity to explore the various factors that contribute to a child’s optimal development. This journey begins from birth, with the first five years being particularly vital for a child’s physical, intellectual, sociological and emotional growth. These early years lay the groundwork for
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Baby Grace, who was found abandoned among rubble on a building site last year, has laughed for the first time and is starting to crawl after having grommets to help resolve her hearing difficulties. “Grace was named by the Netcare Pretoria East Hospital team who treated her when she was found on a cold and
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Jen Spiro, an occupational therapist and co-founder of the nurtureOne™ nesting cushion, used to work in a practice that saw numerous young children for therapy. They presented with not only developmental delays but also sensory issues, requiring occupational therapy intervention. On further investigation, often identified during the history taking, the parents would inform Jen that
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South Africa is one of the most unequal countries in the world, and this is tragically evident in the nutritional status of millions of our children. However, breastfeeding has the power to be an equaliser, ensuring no child is left behind when it comes to optimal health and development. Despite widespread promotion of the many
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Sprout, a prominent South African e-commerce platform dedicated to enhancing family well-being, will be stocking the acclaimed Dutch-designed Difrax Pinky Pacifier as part of its infant product range. The Difrax Pinky Pacifier has garnered international recognition by winning the esteemed Red Dot Design Award, a symbol of exceptional quality in design. While most pacifiers serve
Babies R Us at Toys R Us has launched an in-store car safety event series to drive the importance of car seat safety, selection and installation, taking place at selected stores nationwide. The retailer has identified the need for parents to have a ‘hands-on’, practical car seat installation session, which has led to the collaboration
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Mothers face a multifaceted breastfeeding journey. They encounter common challenges such as latching difficulties, lack of support, and workplace obstacles. Breastfeeding Awareness Week (1 to 7 August 2024) aims to shift the stigma surrounding breastfeeding and formula feeding, highlight the critical role of support networks, and explore solutions to these challenges. Why mothers stop breastfeeding
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