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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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

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

Single Parenthood Your Legal ABCs

Know your rights as a parent and make single parenting a lot less stressful

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

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

The Golden Years

Grandparents make great babysitters – and they come with many more benefits.

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

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

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?

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?

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.

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.

Parents Are Not Helicopters!

As parents, we should prepare our children for life instead of protecting them from it.

VARICOSE VEINS IN PREGNANCY

Varicose veins can be distressing, mostly because of their physical appearance. Luckily, the condition is considered very manageable with the right lifestyle changes. Here, we answer your most common questions.

EAR INFECTIONS IN CHILDREN

Unfortunately, ear infections happen to most children at some point. This useful guide will help you recognise the symptoms and causes, and know your treatment options.

THE POWER OF SAYING "I NOTICE..."

Here's why the words \"I notice...\" can be a game-changer for navigating tricky parenting situations!

THREE FANTASTIC HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS IN BAHRAIN

We look at the new hotels on our radar in Bahrain for families in search of something different for their next trip.

FIVE PIECES THAT ELEVATE YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE

Here are some highlights from The Loom Collection's latest range of outdoor furniture and accessories, so your family can make the most of your outside space this season.

CREATING A HEALTHIER BEDROOM FOR LITTLE ONES

How can you make sure your child's bedroom is a toxin-free space?

BEAUTY UNBOUND RETURNS TO NAKHEEL MALL

The festival promises to bring all things beauty to the city this month!

A PERFECT SPA RETREAT IN FUJAIRAH

Naäma Beach Villas and Spa is located in Fujairah, and is one of the best spa experiences in the country!

REDUCING YOUR FAMILY'S FOOD WASTE

Here's a family-friendly guide packed with easy and practical tips to help you reduce food waste in your home!

BUILDING CONFIDENCE IN SHY KIDS

We dive into some easy-to-implement ways to grow your introverted child's confidence in social situations they may currently find challenging.

TEACHING GOOD TABLE MANNERS

It may seem traditional, but having polite table manners is a useful life skill that will stand to your children throughout their life.