Meet our March 2019 cover mom, Sarah Graham
Blogger, TV cook, author and general kitchen queen Sarah Graham dishes on having a three-child family and a celeb career. By Lisa Witepski
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24 boredom busters for kids
To stop the chorus of “Mom, I’m bored” – cut out these boredom busters and pop them into a jar. When they’re bored, let them
10 tips to look after your child’s oral health
In South Africa, over 60% of primary school children suffer from dental decay and more than 80% of these children remain untreated for the disease.
Must-Reads
Expectation vs reality of motherhood
We asked some Living and Loving moms how the reality of motherhood compares with their expectations. By Lisa Witepski
How to create a ballerina birthday party for your little girl
Let us help you set the stage for your little prima ballerina’s first birthday. By Noeleen Foster
Are you spending enough time with your child?
With everything that’s going on in your life, it’s easy to get sucked into a whirlwind of responsibilities. So, how can you make the most
Pregnancy
The importance of TB treatment during pregnancy
Untreated tuberculosis (TB) during pregnancy poses a significant threat to both mother and child.
Can pregnancy affect my vision?
Your body undergoes many changes during pregnancy and you may have noticed your eyes are no exception, but how exactly does your growing bump affect
Reducing the chemical burden during pregnancy
How to reduce your exposure to chemicals that could be harmful to your baby in pregnancy.
Birth
Exercising after a C-section | What you need to know
You’ve just had your baby and you want to start getting back in shape. But what exercises can you do? Candice Tehini has the lowdown
Why does sex hurt after birth?
Whether you had a natural birth, a C-section or an assisted vaginal delivery, you may find that after having a baby sex is different or
Childbirth is just like on TV and other birth misconceptions
Not everything you hear about giving birth is true… By Lynne Gidish
Baby & Toddler
Newborn care | Caring for your baby’s head
Your new baby’s skull may not be perfectly round after birth. Here’s why, and how you should care for it. By registered nurse and midwife
5 things you should do when visiting a new mom
Hooray, the new baby is finally here and you can’t wait to visit and shower the new mom and her baby with love and attention.
How to handle embarrassing toddler situations
Have you ever been left red-faced after your toddler did or said something particularly embarrassing in public? Here’s how to defuse the situation. By Xanet
Family
Expectation vs reality of motherhood
We asked some Living and Loving moms how the reality of motherhood compares with their expectations. By Lisa Witepski
How to create a ballerina birthday party for your little girl
Let us help you set the stage for your little prima ballerina’s first birthday. By Noeleen Foster
Are you spending enough time with your child?
With everything that’s going on in your life, it’s easy to get sucked into a whirlwind of responsibilities. So, how can you make the most
Recipes
6 yummy load shedding recipes
Here are six delicious recipes your family will love despite the lack of electricity. All you need is a braai or a gas braai!
The best breakfast frittata you’ve ever tasted!
Whip up this delicious bacon, mushroom, red pepper, cheese and potato frittata for your family this weekend.
You’ll love this mushroom and cheese flatbread
This Portabellini mushroom and bocconcini mozzarella cheese flatbread is perfect for a late afternoon snack to tide the family over until dinner time.
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Meet our March 2019 cover mom, Sarah Graham
Blogger, TV cook, author and general kitchen queen Sarah Graham dishes on having a three-child family and a celeb career. By Lisa Witepski
24 boredom busters for kids
To stop the chorus of “Mom, I’m bored” – cut out these boredom busters and pop them into a jar. When they’re bored, let them
12 fun holiday activities for the kids that won’t break the bank
No need to splurge on expensive outings these holidays. These 12 fun holiday activities are ideal for keeping little one’s entertained for hours. By Tammy