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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.

LOOKING AFTER YOUR HAIR WHILE FASTING

Do you know how fasting affects your tresses and scalp? Here are some ideas for keeping your locks luscious.

RAMADAN AT RAS ABROUQ

This Ramadan, reconnect with yourself and your family while you discover local traditions and cultural experiences on the shores of the Arabian Gulf.

SUPPORTING A WORRIED CHILD

Helping your little one tackle their worries is a tough task. Let's take a look at an approach that comforts and empowers them.

FIRST AID KIT ESSENTIALS FOR PARENTS

What are the key ingredients of a good first aid kit?

THE IMPORTANCE OF CORE STRENGTH IN CHILDREN

How does a strong core benefit kids?

HELPING KIDS TO GAIN WEIGHT

Are you worried your little one is underweight? Here we look at the common signs, some of the root causes and most importantly - solutions!

DIY SENSORY PLAY IDEAS FOR CHILDREN

Sensory play is one of the best ways to engage your child's imagination, develop their motor skills and encourage exploration - all while having loads of fun!

MANAGING KIDS THROUGHOUT RAMADAN

Here are some helpful ideas on how to approach Ramadan as a family, so children of all ages can take part.

THE POWER OF SAYING "WHAT DO YOU THINK?"

We look at how this simple sentence can open up a whole new world of conversation between you and your child.

INSPIRING YOUNG VOICES FOR SUSTAINABILITY: A CASE STUDY BY ODYSSEY NURSERY

Dubai's Odyssey Nursery shines on the global stage for its work as part of a worldwide project to amplify young children's voices and perspectives.

HOW MICROROUTINES CAN BENEFIT YOUR FAMILY

In this article, we explore the ways small, repeated rituals can help children move smoothly through life.

THE BABY EXPO 2025: WHAT TO EXPECT

The Baby Expo 2025 will welcome over 250 global brands, an industry leaders summit and the Mother, Baby and Child awards ceremony. You don't want to miss it!

SEVEN TIPS FOR HOMEWORK SUCCESS

Here are some easy ways you can set your child up for better concentration when doing their homework.