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.
Feeding on take-off and landing helps ear pressure, and routine matters more than the destination. a printable list that covers everything without the padding for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 5 min read
Steam-and-blend units save washing up but a steamer basket and a stick blender do the same job. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for parents planning purchases.
· 6 min read
Steam-and-blend units save washing up but a steamer basket and a stick blender do the same job. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for parents choosing baby gear.
· 6 min read
Careful planning covers iron, B12, omega-3, zinc, calcium and adequate energy. the version nobody explains before you need it for parents starting solids.
· 5 min read
Introducing common allergens from around six months, and continuing regularly, reduces allergy risk. the version nobody explains before you need it for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read
Ergonomic carriers support the thighs in an M-shape and keep the airway clear. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for new parents.
· 5 min read
By week 32, most babies settle head-down, and toenails and fingernails are complete. an ordered, practical method you can follow today for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
By week 35, the kidneys are fully developed and the liver can process some waste. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Settling-in policy, key-person system and outdoor access matter most. a printable list that covers everything without the padding for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 5 min read
High-contrast board books and open-ended sensory toys hold attention longest. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for parents planning purchases.
· 6 min read