Placenta Abruption

Placenta abruption is the separation of the placenta from its attachment to the uterus wall before the baby is delivered” – US National Library of Medicine, PubMed Health

Wedding Happiness & Baby

DJ HappyGal gives the turn tables a break as she prepares to welcome her little one

Why Is My Child Wetting The Bed, Again?

As many as 1 in 20 children over the age of six years often wet their beds at night. LOREN STOW spoke to Dr David Rosenstein – a Cape Town based clinical psychologist with a special interest in children, adolescents and bedwetting – to find out more about this often misinterpreted challenge

Baby Boo-boos

The application of basic fi rst aid could save a life. And if that life could be the life of your child, wouldn’t you want to know a bit more? James Fouche comes to the rescue...

Cervical Cancer The Silent Killer

Has your doctor told you that your abnormal Pap smear results may be due to an HPV infection that may lead to cervical cancer if not treated? THINA MTHEMBU consulted with Keegan Hall of Oz Healthcare to find out just how HPV is related to cancer of the cervix

Pregnancy Not By The Book

What happens when your pregnancy doesn’t sound anything like any of those in the books you’re reading?

Why Maternity Leave Matters

At a time of economic uncertainty, it may be tempting to cut your maternity leave short in order to assure you have an income. For many women maternity leave is a luxury, but it is far more than that – it is a necessity for both mother and child

A Painful Pregnancy Stretch

If you are having difficulty rolling in bed, getting in and out of your car, climbing stairs, or walking due to pelvic pain, you may be suffering from a common pregnancy condition called Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD). Melissa Jane Cook investigates...

All About Oral Hygiene

Melissa Jane Cook cuts her teeth on good oral healthcare habits, chews the steps to prevent cavities, brushes gently with the first trip to the dentist and spits out the truth about flossing and fluoride

An Introvert Takes On Motherhood

Keeping the tone calm in white, our cover star, Allegro Dinkwanyane, talks to us about the lessons she learned from her mother, growing up in God, business, and her pregnancy.

#4 Things Your Baby Is Trying To Tell You

All babies communicate naturally through body language and gesture – read on to learn what your baby is trying to say!

40 Weeks Gestation

It’s becoming clearer that what we believe to be ‘full-term’ is actually not – a pregnancy is meant to last for 40 weeks and not 38

Your Body, Your Rights!

Advocate Veerash Srikison advises on our right to live a peaceful protected life as an integral part of being citizens of this country

Mommy Makeover

Having a baby is often the happiest time in your life. However, many mothers find it hard to accept their body changes post pregnancy.

Body Changes

The good, the bad and the ugly: 15 things they don’t tell you about pregnancy

6 Preconception Steps For Dads To Be

Men have received very little attention when it comes to preparing for pregnancy, but research is starting to show that men do matter – not only for conception, but for the long term health and wellness of the growing baby, and even beyond birth

A True Boss Lady

Ugandan entertainer and businesswoman Zarinah Hassan opens up to Mamas & Papas about her career, as well as building a family with musician, Diamond Platnumz.

New Year Nerves

The new school year can be exceptionally anxiety-provoking for any child, as well as their parents or caregivers. Educational psychologist, Claire Maher has advice for families as they enter into a new stage of school routines.

Sex During Pregnancy

His fears revealed

Too Young To Talk About Sex

My five-year old wants to know where she comes from.. is it time for "The Talk?"

Dealing With A Special Diagnosis

There is no one ‘right’ way to deal with a diagnosis that your child has special needs, but there will likely be one thing that all these parents have in common on their journey and that is to find and thrive within acceptance.

The Super Model In Mom

In a world of glam and beauty, our cover mom, Tatum Keshwar talks of the amazing beauty that comes with being an expectant mom

Sensory You

“Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is youer than you!” – Dr Seuss

Too Painful To Be Pleasurable

At times, intercourse may become too painful to be bearable and finding a diagnosis and treatment may uncover other deep-set issues. However, with therapy and commitment from both partners,  success rates are high

​​​​​​The Cuts Of Life Episiotomies & C-Sections

Bringing a baby into the world is possibly one of the most dif cult, yet utterly amazing processes you will likely ever experience. Sometimes it comes with physical scars that will heal over time. LOREN STOW spoke to Sister Bronwyn Lendrum of Storks Nest at Netcare Waterfall Hospital about episiotomies and Caesarean-section cuts.

Toddler Slumber Rules

One of the most challenging aspects of becoming a parent involves disrupted sleep, and many first-time parents are keenly interested to get an answer to the question, “When will my baby sleep through the night?”

The Alluring Tumi Mhlongo​​​​​​​

Tumi Mhlongo gives us her take on the growth that comes with being a mother

10 Ways​​​​​​​ To Exercise As A Family

It is easy to let exercise and fitness slide from the list of priorities when work demands and managing your household consumes all your time. That’s why we’ve come up with fun exercises that the whole family can partake in

Family Traditions

Bring a little magic into your family, and make memories last a lifetime 

Your Baby's First Ever Test Apgar (/10)

It’s hard to imagine, but your baby will receive their very first test only seconds after they’re born. This test, known as the APGAR, is given to every new born across the world to evaluate their immediate needs and physical condition