Parenting
Picky Eating: The Do’s and Don’ts
Neophobia peaks between two and six and is a normal developmental stage. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents of babies and toddlers.
Nomsa Dlamini, RM
Nomsa is a registered midwife with fifteen years in antenatal and delivery care. She reviews SA Baby’s pregnancy, labour and postnatal content and writes our week-by-week series.
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Pregnancy
Your Questions About Week 2 of Pregnancy, Answered
By week 2, the uterine lining thickens and the dominant follicle matures ready for release. direct answers to what parents actually ask for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Parenting
How to Handle Raising Bilingual Children Step by Step
Consistent exposure of about 30% of waking hours per language supports fluency. an ordered, practical method you can follow today for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 5 min read
Buying Guides
Buying Cots and Cot Beds: 9 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
A cot bed extends usable life to around five years at a modest price premium. the errors that cost parents the most time and sleep for parents planning purchases.
· 6 min read
Product Reviews
Cots and Cot Beds: 9 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
A cot bed extends usable life to around five years at a modest price premium. the errors that cost parents the most time and sleep for parents choosing baby gear.
· 6 min read
Baby Food
The Practical Foods to Avoid Under One Checklist
Honey, whole nuts, added salt, added sugar, unpasteurised cheese and cow’s milk as a main drink. a printable list that covers everything without the padding for parents starting solids.
· 5 min read
Baby Health
The Practical Bronchiolitis Checklist
An RSV-driven infection causing wheeze and feeding difficulty, most serious under six months. a printable list that covers everything without the padding for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read
Baby Care
Cradle Cap: 9 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Seborrhoeic dermatitis on the scalp is harmless and self-limiting. the errors that cost parents the most time and sleep for new parents.
· 5 min read
Pregnancy
Week 6 of Pregnancy: Signs, Symptoms and What They Mean
By week 6, a heartbeat can often be detected on a transvaginal scan and the embryo is about the size of a lentil. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates…
· 6 min read
Parenting
Playground Safety: The Do’s and Don’ts
Falls are the leading cause of playground injury and equipment height is the main factor. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 5 min read