A Recurring Itch

Your body goes through a lot of changes during pregnancy, which is why pregnant women often get thrush – especially in their third trimester. Dr Mathabe answers your questions about this irritating condition

In The Bag!

With two young children of her own, LOREN STOW has been through it all. She gives preggy moms a definitive guide of what to pack for the hospital trip!

Belly Mapping

Making your baby’s position in utero a more personal and enjoyable discovery

The Hidden Senses

We all know about our five senses – smell, touch, sight, taste and hearing – but very few people know that we actually have another two senses that make a big difference to our development

What About A Water Birth

Water birth, whether at home or at a hospital, is growing in popularity. Along with our experts, PETA DANIEL takes a look at the benefits, risks and some of the myths associated with this birthing method.

Create The Perfect Living Space For Your Little Man

Decorating your baby boy’s room may be a simple task, but as your son grows older it takes plenty of negotiation, smart compromises and a few creative ideas. Luckily we’re here to help ease the stress and inspire you with effortless modern designs that grow with your child.

It's Baby Making Time!

“Have sex, get pregnant,” right? No! In reality, minor stressors can throw your body out of ‘whack’. If you’re suffering from baby-fever, it’s time to be proactive! PETA DANIEL says acupuncture and exercise to just plain resting can be some of the best things one can do when trying to conceive.

The A-Z Of The L&B Ward!

With a new baby on the way, all mom and dad can think about is the big day – Labour Day! There can never be a formula for the perfect birth, but LUYANDA SIBISI has compiled a glossary of terminology to prepare parents for what they might hear on the day of the big event!

Making Sense Of Pap Tests

Cervical cancer is amongst the most common cancers in women primarily because women in developing countries don’t have proper access to cervical screening.

Back-To-School Hygiene Tips

Teaching the little ones good hygiene habits never gets old and Gogo has all the tips you need to get started

Family Planning & Fertility Education

If a woman can fall pregnant once (or twice) with ease, and carry the pregnancy to term, then she’s fertile and will be able to fall pregnant gain without any issues... right? Not so, says Fulvia Stoltz who explores changing the nature of the conversation

Full & Fabulous

Nabila Mayet-Cassim says you can carry a baby, be healthy and look great if you have a few extra curves here and there

Why All Those Weird Dreams Before Birth?

One of the stranger ‘symptoms’ of pregnancy is having vivid, weird dreams, especially shortly before the birth. We look at why they happen and what you can do about them

The Secret Language Of Toddlers

What if you knew that your toddler would be using gestures to communicate their wants and needs until well into their second year of life? It would only make sense to meet them halfway.

The Sibling Effect

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby in the carriage! It is commonly accepted that this is the natural progression of adulthood for most Western societies. But what happens after the first baby in the carriage? Does another baby automatically follow? DR SUMAYYA EBRAHIM digs a little deeper into the sensitive topic of birthing siblings

The Gracious Lady That Is Olwethu Leshabane

Admired by many for her inspiring posts, our cover mom, Olwethu Leshabane talks to us about life as a mom of three

The Child Friendly Game Lodge

An Extraordinary encounter with South Africa’s bushveld awaits you at Mabula Game Lodge, located just two and a half hours’ drive from Johannesburg in the Malaria Free Waterberg region of the Limpopo Province. Revel in the sheer variety of animal, bird and plant life; the diverse landscapes ranging from grassland plains to rocky outcrops creating an ideal habitat for the free roaming Big Five and all the little creatures that contribute to a magical wildlife experience you’ll never forget.

BPA-Free Bottles... Best For Baby

As a parent you want to ensure that everything you do for your baby is the very best. What you use to feed them with is no different. Bottles will be a big part of your child’s life for the first few years, and as such it’s important to know a thing or two about BPA.

Get Lice Infestation Under Control

When your little one comes home from school with tiny white specks on their head, you might have officially made it to the yuck factory of head lice

Tighten & Tone Your Pelvic Floor

Most women have heard of Kegel exercises, but it simply isn’t something that is usually prioritised – that is until they become part of the one third of all women who experience pelvic floor muscle weakness

Is Sex Making You Sick?

Do pain, swelling, itching, burning and sometimes even blisters after sex leave you saying “Not tonight, honey”? Here’s a reason you may not have thought of – you might actually be allergic to your partner…

Essentially Woman

A woman’s vagina should become as much a part of her unique identity as her smile and attention to her feminine hygiene is as important as her dental hygiene!

The Road To Safety

All parents want their little ones to be secure; Katherine Swift explores car safety as you transport your most precious cargo around

The Carrot & The Stick

Is it possible to ‘discipline’ a toddler, Cathrine Versfeld asks

Talk Is Far From Cheap

In fact, it is essential for human development from birth onwards, say Loren Stow

Pregnancy And Nutrition

Steve Mululu, head trainer and coach at Dream Body Fitness looks at what should pregnant women eat and how much is enough

Priority Mom

Women lead crazy lives with a lot of juggling in terms of demanding jobs, domestic chores and the schedules of kids, spouses, and families. Melissa Jane Cook stops the clock and gives some tips on letting go of the stress and keeping on top of the madness

Age & Fertility

People believe science is more advanced than what it actually is in terms of age and fertility. Our expert Dr Rodrigues answers your questions on fertility and ageing

Cruising With The Family

Maybe a holiday on a cruise ship with the family is something you should look into

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