Parenting & Family

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 …

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 …

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 …

Sometimes when Mom cannot be there, Dad’s need to step in and make a difference when it comes to caring, feeding, and soothing your newly born baby or young infant. Breast feeding your baby does not need to be scary, just organised, and we have a dad DIY baby plan for …

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 …

This post explores Baltic amber teething anklets, the benefits of amber jewelry, and more. Amber is not a precious gem, rock, or stone, but essentially fossilized tree resin. It feels like plastic, has a honey-coloured appearance, and has been used for centuries for inflammation and pain relief and soothing different …

Every second four babies are born somewhere in the world. Most births are usually preceded by the most popular question: Is it a boy or a girl? In South Africa, 1 million births took place in 2021 with the most popular choice of birth names being Lethabo and Melokuhle according …

Mother’s Day gift shopping is always challenging, it is easy to fall back on the classic flowers, chocolate and a card. This Mother’s Day in May, treat your mom, grandmother, stepmom or special mother figure in your life with something special from PNA, the one-stop stationery shop with stores across …

As parents, we all want our children to grow up to be kind, caring, and grateful individuals. Yet, in a world that often emphasizes materialism and instant gratification, teaching kids gratitude can be a challenge. Fortunately, there are simple tips and strategies that parents can use to foster an attitude …

A few month’s back my daughter had to have 12 teeth surgically removed and it was a dreadful experience for her and me as a mother. We had so many other things going on at the time that was causing distress for our family and looking back now I can …

Greater freedom has become entrenched in South Africa ever since the dawn of democracy in 1994. And while we have more rights and freedoms than ever before, we still grapple with challenges around ensuring quality education for all. There is an urgent need to provide access to quality education that …

As parents, we all want to raise happy, healthy, and well-adjusted kids. One essential aspect of achieving this goal is to establish clear boundaries with our children. Boundaries are the guidelines we set for our kids to teach them how to behave and what is acceptable in our household. By …

Allergic asthma in children is a common condition, but don’t let it dampen your child’s spirits! With the right treatment and management plan that includes medications, lifestyle changes, and probiotics, your little one can continue to play, run, and enjoy life to the fullest. Probiotics, the “good” bacteria found in …

As the GCSE exams are fast approaching, you may be worried that your child might not perform well in Maths. Does it also feel like too a big challenge for you to teach them Maths personally? And even if you try, you don’t seem to be able to get anywhere …

Childhood illnesses, particularly in the Winter months as children are more susceptible to runny noses, colds and flu, can strike at the most unexpected and inconvenient moments, causing pain and discomfort for children. However, with Panado® Paediatric Syrup, Peppermint 5 ml Sachets on hand, parents can now enjoy peace of …

The recent explosion of AI into our daily life is testimony to how fast our world can change, and how thoroughly it can be disrupted.  AI has already profoundly changed how schools need to think about assessments.  Within two months of becoming available to any internet user, AI language model …

In South Africa, quality education has unfortunately been a privilege rather than a universal right, leading to inequality and widening socio-economic disparities in our society. A key challenge that all of us face is how we can speed up South Africa’s push to educate its citizens and engender greater equality. …

There is a growing body of evidence suggesting that early childhood education provides persistent, life-long benefits to children and that a comprehensive birth to age five programme has lasting effects on IQ as well as academic and economic achievement. This is because the neurological foundation for lifelong learning is developed …

As educational institutions worldwide strive to create safe and healthy learning environments, effective cleaning of the educational sector also becomes essential. With schools reopening in many countries after the total lockdown period of the global pandemic, it has become increasingly important for educators to understand how best to keep their …

Trauma can have a significant impact on the brain, resulting in changes in neural pathways, neurotransmitters, and brain structures. Trauma activates the amygdala, which is the fear centre of the brain, leading to a heightened sense of anxiety and fear. It can also lead to changes in the prefrontal cortex, …