Health, Fitness, Beauty & Fashion

Weddings hold a special place in everyone’s heart, particularly for those directly involved. While the spotlight naturally falls on the bride and groom, it’s equally important for their parents to shine and present themselves at their best on this significant occasion. This holds especially true for the mother of the …

There are numerous factors that tend to lower the natural sheen and whiteness of our teeth, so it’s only normal that you want to learn how to take care of this problem on your own. Paying for dentists will cost you quite a lot, not to mention the trouble of …

We all know how essential water is to our lives – from drinking clean water to being able to wash our hands, our clothes and flushing our toilets. Capetonians are really feeling the pinch now with severe water restrictions and day zero looming over them. Yes Cape Town is struggling …

There’s no doubt about it, mangoes are a delicious fruit that have many amazing health benefits for you. However now that you are expecting you may be asking yourself whether this tasty fruit is safe to eat during pregnancy. Many people advise to stay away from mangoes when pregnant, along …

Without a doubt you must have come across moms that swear by buying organic food and won’t feed their family anything but organic. So what’s with the hype and is there anything to it? Organic food is simply food that has been grown without using any pesticides, man-made fertilizers, livestock …

Following the growth of your child may seem as though you’re following the growth of a pebble that will emerge into a wonderful diamond. As beautiful as the previous sentence sounds, this journey also starts with a few years’ worth of chasing down perhaps the most hyperactive being that is …

Some of the best ingredients that can be found in skincare are sourced from nature: fruits, trees and flowers. What’s lesser known is the fact that there are equally powerful all-natural ingredients not found above ground: the ocean hides a wealth of treasures in its depths, too. Below are some …

Aromatherapy is the practice of using essential oils derived from the bark, flowers, stems, leaves, roots and/ or any other part of a plant to enhance physical and psychological well-being. Aromatherapy has many well-known benefits for adults, as well as for children. This alternative therapy is often used in conjunction …

Yes we would all love awesome looking abs – a six pack would be incredible wouldn’t it? I for one would love my bikini body back after having two kids! While many people want to work on their core strength mainly to look great, having a strong core has many …

Visiting the beach is a fun activity for the whole family. The parents can relax in the sun while the kids jump around in the sand and water and enjoy themselves. If there isn’t a beach nearby then, a swimming pool could also get the job done. But apart from …

It’s been 4+ weeks since I landed up in hospital only to find out that I had an ectopic pregnancy and I needed to have an operation. I am overwhelmed by the support and response from everyone that I have come into contact with. Thank you for all your support …

Having gorgeous nails can make you feel like a million dollars and give your outfit that extra edge if you are on your way to an important meeting, going on a hot date or going for a fun girls night out. Doing your nails also doesn’t have to be for …

Establishing good oral health habits is important, but this is difficult if your kids are scared of going to the dentist! Here are some ideas on how to help control and reduce that fear. Let Your Kid Open Up to You When it comes to being afraid, most parents, kids, …

Getting yourself a new haircut can be very powerful. You will go from having a bad hair day into the best one ever, but the new layer that has been added to your head will improve your self-confidence significantly, and you will have the feeling of being able to take …

If you are trying to conceive, you can surely buy a basal thermometer that can assist you to know the exact date of your ovulation to ensure your most fertile time. Again, on the contrary, you can also avoid unprotected sex during the most fertile period if you are not …

Having a baby and starting a family means not only additional costs and a strain on finances, it also means that you will be having loads more to do and plan. In addition to planning your birth and packing your hospital bags you will need to plan and shop for …

Having a baby is the best experience in the world, but of course, after nine months of providing nourishment to another life within you, your body becomes weak. You need to take very good care of yourself during pregnancy but keeping your own health in check after the delivery is …

The practice of cleansing has entered a period of resurgence in recent years. The methods, ingredients, and formulas might reflect some modernity, but in reality, cleansing is nothing new. I remember a time when my mother was hooked on a cleansing diet; one which required a preparation of boiled leaves …

With beach season just right around the corner in the US, more and more people are starting to look at their weight. Getting ready for the summer can be a bit stressful for a person that has a good bit of weight to lose. Finding information on dieting and healthy …

The goodness of probiotics to digestive as well as immune health are undoubtedly agreed upon. However, recently it has been indicated that probiotics are also helpful in shedding extra pounds and making your stomach flat. With obesity being the new health concern, people are extensively indulging in weight loss supplements …