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What My Teachers Taught Me

by BB | Jun 12, 2025 | Education, Family, Featured, Parenting, Primary School | 0 |

We all have memories of our junior school days. Some of the lessons our teachers taught us stick with us into adulthood more than others

The Wonders of Floortime

by BB | Jun 12, 2025 | Baby & Toddler, Featured, Health, Special Needs | 0 |

A revolutionary technique, mainly for children with developmental challenges

Male Fertility

by BB | Jun 12, 2025 | Featured, Health, Parents | 0 |

With Father’s Day on the horizon, we celebrate men’s role as fathers, caregivers and...

Win a Board Game Hamper from Solarpop

by Renee Bruning | Jun 5, 2025 | Featured, Win | 0 |

Stand a chance to win one of two board game hampers from Solarpop.

Winter is the perfect time for playing games! Great for children to play with friends, siblings and parents are Trio, Similo, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, 5 Second Rule and Spot It! Trio is a card game where players look for three of a kind. Similo is a cooperative deduction game, where all players work together to identify the secret character using a series of clues. Taco Cat is full to the brim with hand-slapping mayhem. In 5 Second Rule, players have five seconds to answer fun questions. Spot It is similar to Dobble – an addictive, fun and fast matching game.

Available at toy stores nationwide.

To learn about all the games Solarpop offer, please follow @solarpopsouthafrica

Competition closes on 6 July 2025

Diversity and Inclusion in Education

by BB | Jun 5, 2025 | Education | 0 |

What diversity in education really looks like – and why fostering inclusion is essential. South...

Sore Nose Season

by BB | Jun 5, 2025 | Family, Health | 0 |

Sniffles, sneezes and endless nose-wiping may feel like part of the parenting package in winter....

Holiday Upheaval

by BB | Jun 5, 2025 | Entertainment, Parenting, Travel | 0 |

How you can holiday without disrupting your baby’s developmental milestones

10 Ways to Make Meals More Eco-Friendly

by BB | May 29, 2025 | Food, Lunch boxes, Mindful Living, Special occasions | 0 |

Things the whole family can do to ensure a sustainable environment

Baby Loading

by BB | May 29, 2025 | Expecting, Expecting - Before | 0 |

An expert midwife shares information on pregnancy by trimester.

Male Health Checks

by BB | May 29, 2025 | Health, Parents | 0 |

Annual checkups can help you stay healthier for longer

Healthy Lunch In A Box

by BB | May 22, 2025 | Food, Lunch boxes | 0 |

Helpful lunchbox tips to deal with the challenge of packing a healthy lunchbox that appeals to your child

Destigmatising Bedwetting

by BB | May 22, 2025 | Baby & Toddler, Health, Pre schooler, Primary Schooler | 0 |

Despite how common it is, bedwetting remains largely misunderstood.

Tutoring Beyond Remedial

by BB | May 22, 2025 | Education, Extra help | 0 |

Tutoring is not only for remedial purposes. More and more parents are turning to academic coaching not to catch up but to keep up and even get ahead.

Recipes For Freshly Picked Veggies

by BB | May 15, 2025 | Easy Meals, Food | 0 |

Can you think of anything nicer than a meal made from locally grown, freshly picked veggies? And,...

Play to Unlock Potential

by BB | May 15, 2025 | Education, Family, Parenting | 0 |

Five tips to generate play that unlocks your child’s full potential.

Your Dynamic Organic World

by BB | May 15, 2025 | Lifestyle, Mindful Living | 0 |

We help you understand everything organic so you can make an informed choice

Always Something There to Remind Me

by BB | May 8, 2025 | Entertainment, Family, Fun Activities | 0 |

Get into the habit of preserving special memories

Caring for Postpartum Skin

by BB | May 8, 2025 | Expecting, Postpartum | 0 |

Taking care of postpartum skin

Show Time: Benefit from The Performing Arts

by BB | May 8, 2025 | Education, Extra murals, Fun Activities | 0 |

The benefits of exposing children to the performing arts

Eggs – A Lunchbox Staple

by BB | May 1, 2025 | Food, Lunch boxes | 0 |

What’s the secret to packing a nutritious, quick-to-prepare lunchbox that children will eat and enjoy? It’s easy as A, B, C, D, Eggs.

2025 Vaccination Guide

by BB | May 1, 2025 | Baby & Toddler, Health, Pre schooler, Primary Schooler | 0 |

For busy parents, this vaccination guide provides everything you need to know about vaccinations in South Africa for 2025.

5 Helpful Tips to Deal with a Highly Sensitive Child (HSC)

by BB | May 1, 2025 | Education, Extra help, Family, Health, Parenting, Pre schooler, Primary Schooler, Special Needs | 0 |

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.

Food to Nourish And Nurture

by BB | Apr 24, 2025 | Food, Lunch boxes | 0 |

For a low-carb solution to your lunchbox blues, try these recipes from Real Food

Check Your Attitude

by BB | Apr 24, 2025 | Education, Family, Parenting, Primary School | 0 |

Parents’ attitudes towards learning can make or break a child’s success at it

How Neuroplasticity Can Rewire Your Brain

by BB | Apr 24, 2025 | Family, Health | 0 |

Neuroplasticity, the brain’s remarkable ability to rewire itself, has become a buzzword in modern neuroscience – and for good reason.

Rooibos-Infused Easter Treats

by BB | Apr 17, 2025 | Food, Special occasions | 0 |

Easter celebrations are synonymous with indulgent treats. This year, rooibos is taking a starring role on the culinary stage with these rooibos-infused Easter delights.

Cold Sores: That Tingle You Have

by BB | Apr 17, 2025 | Health, Parents | 0 |

Fever blisters are common, but most people don’t realise how contagious they are

Creating a Supportive Environment For Autistic Learners

by BB | Apr 17, 2025 | Education, Extra help | 0 |

Children with autism are increasingly being included in mainstream education. Here are some tips...

Mainstreaming Special Needs Children

by BB | Apr 10, 2025 | Choosing a School, Education, Special Needs | 0 |

Being in a mainstream environment can be a very positive experience for a special needs child. The...

Thinking Out of the Box – Easy Toys for Kids

by BB | Apr 10, 2025 | Entertainment, Fun Activities | 0 |

Get your children’s creative juices flowing by making items out of cardboard boxes

Growing Up Too Soon – Precocious Puberty

by BB | Apr 10, 2025 | Health, Primary Schooler, Special Needs | 0 |

What would happen if, at the tender age of eight, puberty interrupted your child’s carefree years? Here’s how to understand precocious puberty

Little Liars – Understanding Why Children Lie

by BB | Apr 3, 2025 | Education, Family, Parenting | 0 |

Children tell lies, and parents worry about them. But spinning tall tales is part of growing up and needs to be navigated with care.

Building a Baby First-Aid Kit

by BB | Apr 3, 2025 | Baby & Toddler, Expecting - Before, Health, Postpartum | 0 |

Prepare a baby first-aid kit before your newborn’s arrival so you are prepared when pain, congestion and fever present.

Piece of Cake

by BB | Apr 3, 2025 | Baked Goods, Entertainment, Food, Parties, Special occasions | 0 |

Try this foolproof cupcake recipe

Learn to Swim at an Early Age

by BB | Mar 27, 2025 | Education, Parenting, Pre schooler | 0 |

Exactly when and how children learn to swim involves different strokes for different folks, but water safety is an important life skill

Troublemaking or Impaired Hearing?

by BB | Mar 27, 2025 | Family, Health | 0 |

Is your child really a troublemaker or can they just not hear? Here’s what parents need to know about impaired hearing and how to pick it up.

Birthday Party Problem-Solvers

by BB | Mar 27, 2025 | Entertainment, Parties | 0 |

It sounds like straightforward fun, but the next thing you know, you’re in a party predicament. Here are solutions to three party puzzles

Autumn on Your Plate

by BB | Mar 20, 2025 | Entertainment, Food | 0 |

As we move into autumn, Granny Mouse Country House & Spa share some great recipe ideas for the season.

Maths And Science Education Must Evolve

by BB | Mar 20, 2025 | Education | 0 |

Critical skills, such as maths and science, are needed if South Africa is to grow its economy and compete globally.

Oral Allergy Syndrome

by BB | Mar 20, 2025 | Health | 0 |

We look at the culprits that cause oral allergy syndrome and how to manage it

A Parent’s Guide to ‘Baker-Baker’ Success

by BB | Mar 13, 2025 | Entertainment, Food, Special occasions | 0 |

A parent’s guide to ‘Baker-Baker’ success, exploring the popular tradition and offers parents no-bake, stress-free recipes.

Becoming a First-Time Mother

by BB | Mar 13, 2025 | Expecting, Expecting - Before, Family, Parenting | 0 |

Untold joy, utter exhaustion and immeasurable, profound changes await the first-time mother

Time for Bed

by BB | Mar 13, 2025 | Family, Health, Parenting | 0 |

How much sleep should your child be getting?

A Magical All-Inclusive Family Holiday

by BB | Mar 6, 2025 | Entertainment, Travel | 0 |

An all-inclusive family holiday isn’t just a getaway; it’s also a chance to reset. So, whether you’re a parent dreaming of some downtime or a family looking to reconnect, an all-inclusive holiday might be the answer.