Baby's and Beyond
The Benefits Of Teaching Your Baby To Swim
The first time you take your baby to swimming lessons can be a slightly daunting experience for new parents. The logistics of getting them into their swimming nappy, keeping them warm and encouraging them it will be fun, is enough to put off many parents. However, most parents find there is nothing really to worry about once they try it. Remember to find a warm pool and keep swimming sessions short at first as babies can chill easily.
10+ min |
December 2019 - February 2020
Baby's and Beyond
Overcoming Loss, Hurt & Anxiety
Well, where to begin? I guess at the start. This story could go on forever – it’s difficult for me to pinpoint a true beginning. I grew up with my mom and brother. My mom worked very hard to give us a good life and a great education; I admire her so much for all her courage and strength to do it all alone.
5 min |
Volume 6 / Issue 5
Baby's and Beyond
Schools Are Being Targeted By Criminals For Equipment - Be Vigilant!
With the recent spate of school-related crimes, it seems schools may not be the haven we have always trusted them to be.
2 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
Baby's and Beyond
Keeping Up With Your Growing Baby
The arrival of a new baby is a life-changing milestone for all parents - almost every aspect of your life changes. As your baby grows older, they begin to move about more, and so does your sixth sense for potential danger. Simple things, like leaving a hot mug on the coffee table, become a potential cause for a trip to the emergency room for your baby. According to Childsafe South Africa, burns and falls account for about 17% for leading causes of death and injuries in younger children. A majority of these incidents occur in and around the home.
4 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
Baby's and Beyond
Starting 'Big School'? Here's What You Need To Know
By now you will have decided on the primary school you will be sending your child to next year. It’s time to start planning so that the New Year is not an exhausting rush that spoils what should be an exciting occasion for everyone.
3 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
Baby's and Beyond
Getting The Best Out Of Your Children
The aim of raising children is to produce independent, capable and collaborative adults who can communicate well, exhibit self-control, show good manners and empathy for their fellows. We also want creative, innovative, life-long learners. So how do we do this and get the very best out of our most precious possessions?
7 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
Your Baby
Here Comes The Sun
Baby, it’s hot outside! But before you rush out to enjoy some rays with the light of your life, run through our summer safety checklist. Remember, your little one doesn’t respond to high temperatures and blasting UV rays quite like you do, writes Kerryn Massyn
8 min |
November/December 2019
Your Baby
Parental Burnout
Yes, it is a thing. But that doesn’t mean you have to let this kind of mental collapse get the better of you. Kerryn Massyn gets help from the experts
6 min |
November/December 2019
Your Baby
Single Parenthood Your Legal ABCs
Know your rights as a parent and make single parenting a lot less stressful
6 min |
November/December 2019
Your Baby
Why, Mommy? Why? Why? But Why?
… because they want to connect with you, that’s why! Camilla Rankin explains why your toddler asks you so many questions – and how best to deal with them
5 min |
November/December 2019
Your Baby
Spoilt Rotten
We’re throwing our children OTT parties – the bigger, the better – and showering them with expensive gifts. Bianca Wright investigates our need to keep up with the Khumalos through our kids
7 min |
November/December 2019
Your Baby
The Golden Years
Grandparents make great babysitters – and they come with many more benefits.
5 min |
November/December 2019
Your Baby
Toys For Boys, Goodies For Girls?
Is it time we moved away from conventional thinking of Barbie for girls and trucks for boys? Are we not perhaps harming our children by sticking to gender stereotypes? Should we care that everything is colour-coded for the different sexes? Julia Boltt investigates
5 min |
November/December 2019
Move!
How To Deal With The Common Problems Faced During Exam Time
Experts offer parents advice on how to approach this difficult time of year with as little stress as possible
5 min |
2 October 2019
Your Family
Handling An Out-Of-Control Teen
We expect a certain amount of difficult behaviour from teens, but what can be done when the line between rebellion and losing control is crossed?
6 min |
September 2019
Your Family
Clashing Parenting Styles? Find The middle Ground
Your socialisation has a huge impact on the way you raise your kids. But what happens when you and your husband don’t agree with each other’s parenting styles?
6 min |
September 2019
Essentials
Is Only Having One Child The Way To Go?
When it comes to kids, is only having one the way to go? Gemma Chandler investigates raising an only child.
5 min |
November 2015
Her World Malaysia
You Can Break The Rules
You’ve taught your child to always abide by certain rules of behaviour. But now that she’s older, says Dr Richard C. Woolfson, it’s time she learns about which ones can be broken.
3 min |
September 2019
Health Today Malaysia
Parents Are Not Helicopters!
As parents, we should prepare our children for life instead of protecting them from it.
6 min |
August 2016
Mother, Baby & Child
WHY ACKNOWLEDGING ACHIEVEMENTS MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK
Here, we look at how celebrating achievements, no matter how small, can have a profound impact on a child's motivation and resilience.
2 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
WHY OMEGAS ARE IMPORTANT FOR CHILDREN'S HEALTH
From brain development to emotional balance, omega fatty acids play a vital role in wellbeing at every stage of life - particularly during childhood.
3 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
SPEECH DELAYS: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Speech delays are common in early childhood but not well understood. Let's take a deeper look!
4 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
HOW TO SOFTEN THE LOOK OF YOUR HOME
With thoughtful textures, gentle lighting and intentional choices, it's possible to create a space that feels calm, welcoming and lived-in - without losing its style.
4 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
THE BENEFITS OF HORSE RIDING
Horse riding offers far more than fresh air and fun. Time spent in the saddle nurtures confidence, strength and a deep respect for animals.
5 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
MOLI BY SHI'S FRIDAY NIGHT BRUNCH
MOLI BY SHI, elevates its signature Friday Night Brunch with the launch of an updated menu that refines the much-loved late-night dining experience.
1 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
THE FIVE UNDERRATED EUROPEAN DESTINATIONS YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS
Europe has a habit of spotlighting the same destinations again and again. Paris, Rome, Barcelona and Amsterdam earn their praise, but where else has something special to offer?
4 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
EXPLORING IRELAND: HIDDEN GEMS AND ICONIC LANDSCAPES
Discover Ireland's most captivating destinations, from Adare's charming village streets, Dingle's storytelling, Sliabh Liag's soaring cliffs, the Burren's rare flora and Sligo's wild Atlantic surf adventures.
5 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
HOW TO TALK TO KIDS ABOUT NEW YEAR GOALS
How to frame resolutions in a way that feels positive, achievable and pressure-free for children.
4 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
EMIRATES AIRLINE FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE
One of the UAE's most inspiring cultural traditions returns from January 21st to 27th, as the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature once again takes over InterContinental Dubai Festival City, inviting readers of all ages to step into a world shaped by words, ideas and imagination.
2 min |
January 2026
Mother, Baby & Child
HOW TO LOWER YOUR CAFFEINE INTAKE
Reducing caffeine doesn't mean sacrificing your energy or enjoyment. With mindful swaps and gentle habit changes, it's possible to feel calmer, more balanced and better rested - without going cold turkey.
2 min |