Sunscreen is often overlooked as an essential school supply, but it really is a must-have, and should be included in the school bag.
Sunscreen Is a School Bag Necessity
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Tooth Wise and When to Visit the Dentist
We reveal a few things you may not have known about teeth
Anorexia – A Parents Guide
This eating disorder is on the rise amongst young girls – and some boys – in South Africa. The good news is that anorexia can be prevented.
Exam Time can be Stressful for the Whole Family
For families and learners, exam time is stressful, placing extra pressure on all members of the...
How To Avoid Eye Strain
Tips to help your children avoid eye strain and ensure good visual health.
When to Take Your Daughter to the Gynaecologist
A leading medical specialist tells us when you should take your daughter to a gynaecologist rather than a GP.
5 Helpful Tips to Deal with a Highly Sensitive Child (HSC)
Highly Sensitive Children (HSC) can be different from their peers and quite confusing to their parents. Family therapist and social worker, Talya Ressel provide five helpful strategies in dealing with HSC.
Why is my Child so Short?
Why is my child the shortest in the class. A slowing of growth can be noticed from around age two, it’s usually diagnosed when children start school and their height is compared to others their age, or at puberty when short children can become self-conscious, or subjected to teasing.
When Your Child Turns into a Teenager
Parents need to pay less attention to themselves and more to the needs of the teenager in flux
Emotional Intelligence, Soft Skills of Success
Emotional intelligence or EQ (emotional quotient) is vital for long-term performance and success. A social worker discusses ways to develop this skill.
