A healthy mind and body is the foundation of success in all aspects of your life. Healthy living will not only benefit you, but your children as well, who are busy lying down lifestyle habits.
We have teamed up with experts who can provide you with information and tips to make sure that you and your family experience health, happiness and well-being.
Many newly pregnant moms stop exercising as soon as they find out they are pregnant. Unless your health care provider has specifically said you should refrain from all activity, there are exercises you can do safely during your pregnancy. Yoga is one of the forms of exercising that is safe to do while pregnant. There […]
In the beautiful country of South Africa, breast cancer is a reality that touches lives and families across the nation. It’s a formidable adversary, but knowledge and early detection are the keys to victory. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when South Africa joins a global movement to educate, empower, and stand up […]
As we move into spring, we can expect a multitude of changes. The trees are already producing soft lime-green leaves, and when you are outside, the distinct smell of new blossoms is in the air. Half of us are relishing in the seasonal change, and the other half are fearing the inevitable hay fever and […]
Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, you get to grow a whole human with your body. During this journey, your body changes a lot and the growing baby is very dependent on what you feed into your body. It is usually during this time, that you have to change your lifestyle to accommodate your growing baby. […]
From the moment you find out that you are pregnant, the baby and the birth becomes your biggest focus. You want to stay healthy, may attend antenatal classes, choose a birth option and get ready for the big day. And so it should be. But are you preparing at all for the period after baby’s birth? […]
Nothing can fully describe the feeling of dread and panic that you feel the first time your baby has a fever. Unfortunately, although it may be a first for you, it’s most certainly not going to be the last. No child is going to grow up without ever getting sick. As much as parents fear fevers, […]
Early childhood feeding – both milk feeding and solid foods – lay the foundation for lifelong healthy eating habits. This is a good time to evaluate your family’s eating habits and to decide if some changes are necessary. Eventually your child will eat what the rest of the family members are eating. And the first […]
Winter has arrived and so have all the nursery school germs, as you will know if you have small children. Runny noses, coughing and wheezing will be running rampant for the next few months. A tool that many mothers don’t know about and don’t use is a nebulizer. We guarantee that once you do, you […]
Food allergies and sensitivities in children are tough challenges. The symptoms it causes can range from unpleasant to downright life threatening. Convincing a small child that he cannot eat certain foods is also not easy. This is of course if you managed to accurately identify the allergen, which may take years. Elimination diets are often […]
It is that time of the year again and I think we can all agree that 2020 was disastrous. Most people feel even more exhausted and burnt-out than they would usually do at this time of the year and the idea of relaxing next to a pool sipping a cocktail and reading a book sounds […]
How long should you breastfeed your baby? This is a common question, and or course a personal choice. The World Health Organisation recommends breastfeeding until the age of two years. But perhaps you are still enjoying your breastfeeding journey. You may be wondering if there are any benefits to breastfeeding beyond two years? The good […]