The secret to a contented baby
Use all your baby’s developing senses to help him feel connected to you. By Thobeka Phanyeko
Bring comfort and happiness home
Babies need a comfy nappy that will support them every inch of the way; from hysterical giggles and gurgles to
5 common baby genital health problems
Our experts guide you through the most common genital health issues for little girls and boys. By Lynne Gidish
Should you pierce your baby’s ears?
How safe is it to pierce your baby’s ears? By Lisa Witepski
Baby milestones: the role of colour in your child’s development
From your little one’s nursery walls, to the bright hues of colour in nature, did you know that colour plays
3 newborn illnesses to look out for
If you’re a new parent, it can be tricky to know for certain if your baby is unwell or not.
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Bathing a newborn – FAQs
Nervous about bathing your newborn on your own for the first time? We answer your most pressing questions.
A sense of the journey to come
By bonding with your baby, you share a unique, emotional intimacy. Try these tips to strengthen your bond with your
A key sign of autism you shouldn’t ignore
Can a simple childhood game detect autism early? We asked childcare expert and occupational therapist Meg Faure for her view,
7 ways to relieve baby constipation
When a baby’s bowel movements become irregular or painful, constipation is often the problem. Try these seven remedies to get
Is it teething or earache?
Irritability, difficulty sleeping and ear-pulling, or head-banging in a younger baby, are all symptoms typical of teething. But they are
Sleep deprived? Here’s how to regain your sleep while caring for your baby
Did you know new parents face up to six years of poor sleep? Here’s how to regain your sleep (and
Is crawling a critical milestone or not? Here’s what the experts say
Physiotherapist Tracy Prowse explains why crawling is an important, but not essential, skill for development. By Camilla Rankin
What is sleep training and should you try it?
Moms with babies waking 10 times a night may have to resort to special techniques. We look at the pros
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.
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
Raising a clever baby – it takes a village
Researchers have found a strong social network can help create a brainy baby. By Kim Bell
1 in 15 babies are affected by a birth defect in South Africa
Birth defects was the third highest cause of early neonatal deaths in the Western Cape in 2017. We debunk some
Does my baby have glue ear? Look out for these symptoms.
Ear infections, such as glue ear, are common in toddlers and small children – but even babies can be prone.
5 ways to survive the wonder weeks
Your baby’s leaps to greater awareness might be an important, and exciting, stage of development, but they can also wreak
Everything you need to know about banking your breast milk
Every year, donated breast milk saves the lives of thousands of vulnerable babies in South Africa.
Capturing your baby’s monthly milestones, from birth to one year
Those first 12 months of your baby’s life are unlike any other passage of time, so they deserve to be
5 things you should know about caring for a baby with acid reflux
These tips won't necessarily cure your baby's acid reflux, but they can help make him more comfortable.