From 24 June to 17 July 2023, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden will host its annual Winter Wonders special, where children 17 years and younger can enjoy FREE admission to the botanical garden. To add to the splendour of winter at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, various Winter Wonders workshops and events …
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It’s only a few days until Father’s Day so if you haven’t got anything planned for husband yet here some ways you can spoil your husband on Fathers Day. Cook His Favourite Meal Surprise your husband with his favourite meal on Father’s Day. Whether it’s breakfast in bed or a …
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Have you ever heard of a nappy braai? It’s a baby shower for a dad to be and the only gift on the registry is nappies, and of course there is a braai involved. What better way to celebrate impending fatherhood than a braai with your mates and family, along …
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With winter upon us, parents are finding themselves faced with the challenge of keeping their little ones warm without compromising on style. After all, kids need to be outdoors and active, so it’s crucial to find the perfect balance of comfort, warmth, and trendiness in their winter wardrobe. At Myang, we believe that there …
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With the world facing an uncertain future of work, there’s a question on many parents’ minds: “Is my child actually learning the skills they need for the 21st Century?” AI models are increasingly taking over a wide range of routine tasks and vast resources of facts and know-how are now available …
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The Build and Tumble Table is an exciting new toy from MEGA that offers a unique and innovative way for children to engage in block-building fun. Little builders can get creative when they build on the table. Then, they can press the buttons to activate the tumble features, knocking down …
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Research has found that in South Africa, 1 in 6 children between the ages of 5 and 10 are bedwetters. Globally, at least 50% of these children are punished for this by their parents. This approach however is not only counterintuitive; given that bedwetting is something beyond the child’s control, …
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Giving birth to your firstborn child sees you worrying about how and what to do right as you find your feet and transition into first-time parent mode. Welcoming your second child into your new family, you will be backed by prior experience to support you in your new role as …
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Watching your parents get older can be a challenge. The people that used to care for all your needs and spend years of their lives guiding you through childhood begin to become more dependent on others to survive. This often leads to a role reversal where the adult children start …
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As a parent, nothing is more important than ensuring that your little one is healthy and happy. However, during the winter months, babies and young children are more vulnerable to typical winter ailments.1 Infants run a higher risk of respiratory infections because their immune systems aren’t fully developed.2 Panado® Infant …
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The debates about whether children should own smartphones, and if so, at what age, have become a very modern parenting dilemma. There are no ‘right or wrong’ answers to these ‘Big Questions’ about kids and smartphones. The near-universal uptake of smartphones for children, at increasingly younger ages, is a clear …
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What is an allergy? An allergy refers to how the immune system reacts to foreign matter entering the body, such as pet dander, bee venom, or pollen. It also occurs when food that’s customarily eaten causes a reaction. The immune system creates and releases substances called antibodies. If you have …
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When two parents decide to part ways, supporting and encouraging a continued relationship between the child and both parents is important. That way, you’re sure that the child’s needs are met. However, co-parenting can be challenging, especially when there is a bitter separation or divorce, but with the right system …
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Children from varying ages are affected by bullying, particularly those who come from areas which are deprived of ideal resources which positively impact a child’s development. That is why through its Siyasizana initiative, SASKO aims to restore over 1000 playgrounds in South Africa by 2024. The goal is to help …
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For many families, boarding school is a family tradition which goes back generations. For other families, modern life requires work and travel commitments that make boarding for high school students a necessity. But the questions that are central to every parent’s concern are: will my child be happy as a …
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