Mum's Mail Durban February 2019

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Issue 164 • Durban • February 2019

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In this issue...

Everyday Life

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Read our Editor’s letter, meet the Cover Stars, read about a supplement for longer, healthier hair and how to deal with ‘mum guilt’. You can also find out about the role of Artificial Intelligence in the workplace, advice on how to deal with bullies from Darren Maule, enter to WIN tickets to Hits of Hollywood at the Rockwood Theatre and also Valentine’s tickets on Umgeni Steam Railway and read our review of Clueless Murder Mystery.

Delicious Life

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Try our delicious recipes – sweet potato and cheese quesadillas and pumpkin soup.

Home Life

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Healthy Life

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Read all about recycling in South Africa and Vuma Fibre’s high speed fibre broadband for your home or office.

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Find out about Pregnancy Awareness Week and Epilepsy Awareness, read an opinion piece on medication vs cannabis oil, life after prostate cancer, Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month, eating healthily on a budget and find more awesome healthy recipes.

Beautiful Life

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Find beauty tips and services, read about Skin Renewal’s latest makeover and let the kids make some special homemade Valentine’s gifts for mom and dad, plus read about treating dry skin in children.

Kids’ Life

Read about the benefits of SOCCERTECH for your child, find out how you can realise your dream with Ace Models and enter to WIN a LEGO® MOVIE 2 hamper!

Educated Life

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Read about how to help your child transition from playschool to big school, how to talk to your kids about grades, find tips for tantrums, read more on bullying, healthy back to school lunch ideas, plus find fun science experiments.

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Party Life

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Find handy tips on prepping for your little one’s birthday party, a yummy fudge recipe, Valentine’s crafts & recipes for kids, plus fun party activities, crafts and party favours. You can also enter to WIN a cool Little Tykes hamper.

Readers’ Life:

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Read what our loyal readers have to say and find out who the monthly winner is.

Diary Dates

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Find out about events, festivals, workshops, meetings and markets happening in your area.

Laidback Life

Read book reviews and enter to WIN a R2000 Bargain Books voucher.

The Mum’s Mail Team

Editor: Victoria Arthur • editor@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 5) Sub-Editor: Sarah Mackintosh • sarah@mumsmail.com • 072 384 9553 Enquiries: Natalie Wilcox • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 1) Advertising Sales: Bev Delew • bev@mumsmail.com • 071 276 0926 Anisha Singh • anisha@mumsmail.com • 083 710 9485 • Designer: Wendy Offer Models: The Ferreira Family • Photographer: Wilma Towell: www.wilmatowellphotography.com DISCLAIMER: Neither the Publisher, Printer or Editor can be held responsible for damages or consequences of any omissions or errors, as every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in Mum’s Mail. We do not guarantee the performance or quality of service of any of the advertisers in this magazine. No part of Mum’s Mail magazine may be reproduced without the written consent of the Editor.

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Editor’s Life

Happy New Year!

Even though we are now in February...

I’d like to wish all the best for 2019 to all our loyal readers, supporters and especially our advertisers! I hope this year is amazing for you and your families.

February is the month of luuurve for some – do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? We don’t really make a big deal of it in our home although I do love the idea of Valentine’s Day and the romance that comes with it – I’m a real softie for things like that. Valentine’s Day for me brings back many memories from school where we would buy huge cards for our secret Valentine’s and fill them with all sorts of poems, rhymes, silly messages, drawings and LOTS of kisses and love hearts!

If they were lucky, they might have even received an individual chocolate in a box!

I had one friend whose mum used to buy her all sorts of choccies and cute things for Valentine’s Day and would spoil her rotten – although she was a very kind friend and would share them with me when I visited. Of

course, I loved going to her house….!

As the Mum’s Mail team looks towards what 2019 brings, I’m delighted to announce that we have set dates for our two huge and super successful fundraising events this year. Both are in association with The Sunflower Fund again, starting with the 6th PMB Ladies Breakfast which will take place on Friday 12th April 2019 at the Victoria Country Club. The 14th Annual Mum’s Mail High Tea will take place on Friday 6th September 2019 and more details will follow - so save these dates and watch this space for more info coming soon.

You can also keep up to date by visiting our Facebook page @Mum’s Mail High Tea or by signing up to our weekly e-newsletter.

Have a luurvely February.

Victoria xxx

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Cover Stars

Meet the Cover Stars

She loves dancing and dislikes being reprimanded (LOL)!

Our stunning cover stars this month are the Ferreira family, originally from Glenashley, but recently relocated to Pretoria. Desere and John Ferreira are pictured with their children Ignus, Hechter, Hardus and Rene.

“Friday nights are movie or board games night. We used to go to the beach a lot, but now we ride our bicycles and dream about our next vacation,” says Desere.

“Sunday is church and family day - we only socialise with friends on Saturdays.”

Desere is a General and Aesthetic Practitioner On being a mom to four kids working in Umhlanga and a busy career woman, and Pretoria (Irene Desere had this to say: “It’s all Intercare). She has a about your support system. passion for women’s Having good friends that help health, depression with lifts, wonderful helpers at and ADHD. John is a mechanical engineer and MD of a national home and an amazing team at work makes all the difference! I do not attempt to do HVAC consultancy firm. everything myself.”

They moved from Glenashley to Irene in Pretoria in January this year. Desere flies “My husband guides me a lot with the down to her Umhlanga practice every two business aspects - a medical degree doesn’t weeks and the practice runs independently prepare you for managing your own business!” as she manages it from Pretoria.

Ignus (13) is in grade 8 and is a confident allrounder - he participates in any sport and cultural event available. He was Dux of his school in 2018 and plays piano and guitar.

He loves adult conversation and dislikes pompous people!

Hechter is 11 and in grade 6. He is reserved and plays piano and chess – he loves choir and he is a mathematician. He loves PlayStation and dislikes tuna mayo!

Hardus (7) is in grade 2 and is the selfappointed “head boy” – he’s also an all-rounder and achieves well in sports, academics and cultural activities. According to his mom, he hates going to bed, like most kids his age, and loves his little sister to bits.

The youngest and only daughter is six-yearold Rene, who is in Grade R. She is super confident, a drama queen and very lovable. www.mumsmail.com

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“Keeping the balance between work, family and socialising is the biggest challenge and you have to make a permanent, conscious effort to achieve and maintain it,” says Desere.

Desere’s advice to new parents: “Enjoy every stage of your child’s life and try not to look at your phone between 5 and 7pm!

We only have 18 summers with our children in the house - I only have five summers left with my eldest… Try to spend 10 minutes of special time with each child every day and acknowledge their emotions without judging them. I find the personality profile book “Growing Kids with Character” by Hettie Brittz very helpful! It should be on every parent’s book shelf,” concludes Desere.

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Mum’s Guilt Psychologist Paul Bushell interviews mum of three and radio personality, Jane LinleyThomas about ‘mum guilt’. Guilt is a very powerful emotion. It is powerful not only because it can feel so uncomfortable and overwhelming, but also because it can maintain some harsh thoughts and drive some destructive behaviour. When we are feeling guilt, we often connect with harsh and critical thoughts about ourselves – many of which are not even true. But worse, guilt often leads to a parenting style which is inconsistent and sometimes spoiling.

Jane, what has been your experience of mum’s guilt? Mother’s guilt used to be my automatic default setting. As a working mom of three kids under the age of two at one stage, I was always feeling guilty about everything - working too much, not being enough for everyone and feeling all round overwhelmed. And in turn - sleep deprived, feeling out of shape, and generally unpleasant. www.mumsmail.com

What were some of the consequences of this guilt in your children’s lives? Guilt is a toxic and useless emotion; it robs you of time and energy. I learnt that carving out moments (no matter how small), just to be close and connected to each child, really helped.

As a working mum, how do you stop it from creeping in (especially after a long and busy day)? When I am tired and strung-out, the guilt knows it can push me around. I think that stepping out of the feeling and confronting it can really go a long way. Sometimes you need someone’s help to do that. I think guilt, like regret, is a normal emotion which all of us experience.

It’s important that we acknowledge these emotions, and then find ways to process and deal with them.

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Everyday Life

Man Versus Artificial Intelligence Worried about what lays industrial market with all ahead for my children its force, some might not and grandchildren with survive the after effects of this new commercial and such an explosion. industrial revolution that In order to alleviate my is taking off worldwide own fears I compiled a list and whether we in of questions and started to South Africa are ready search for answers, so that for it, I simply had to do I will be able to assist my some research on the children and grandchildren matter. As parents, it is in making informed important that we know what we might decisions for their futures. need to do to prepare our children for the future labour markets.

I came to the conclusion that it is most likely manufacturers of high-end and expensive It is well published that job creation is a luxury goods, gadget lovers and business major issue in South Africa, especially due owners who want to eliminate most of to the educational and socio-economic the human factors from their work-forces, challenges faced by government. However, and who will invest the most in artificial while Europe is leading the pack by creating intelligence and internet online based artificial intelligence, which also includes business operations. Ideally, manufacturers running internet based businesses and and business owners desire to have a workeducation, people in South Africa now force that can work twenty-four hours a day, face a new challenge, which might cause three hundred and sixty five days a year. An unemployment to remain high or even additional attraction for business owners is increase. that there will be no leave pay, thirteenth cheques, unions, strikes, medical aids and Survival in a scientifically, technologically pension schemes to take into consideration. driven world has already become near Members of an AI work force will not resign impossible in under developed countries after the businesses have spent money to that lack adequate infrastructures. To keep train and equip them to do the job; meaning up with the ever accelerating revolutionary programmed them to do the job. industrial and corporate trends in the work places, the youth will need to be trained The top AI companies and which industries and equipped, starting from school up to will be their target market were listed by university level, for the new labour force Datamation.com on Apr 10, 2018, which required. was very enlightening. For more details, go to: This might seem a grim picture to paint, www.datamation.com/applications/topbut there is hope for survival, as not all 25-artificial-intelligence-companies.html manual labour and services will be taken over by machines and robots. Based on What is predicted for the labour markets all the information available in the media of the near future is uncertain and I was and on the internet, the business plan pleased to see that I am not the only one for this Artificial Intelligence Industrial worrying about artificial intelligence in the Revolution has been discussed in many work place. global boardrooms, as well as compiled and implemented step by step for more than a To read more, visit www.mumsmail.com. decade. My biggest fear is that when this Industrial Revolution hits the business and Written by Sarie Snow. www.mumsmail.com

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Love to Stop a Bully There’s a conversation around bullying that no one seems to be having. The question that is always asked by teachers or parents is “Are you being bullied?”, “Who is bullying you?” or “How can we help you not get bullied?”

Yet the question that doesn’t often get asked is - “Are you the bully?”

Yet this doesn’t seem to be a conversation that is being had.

The other thing I found out almost immediately by having a conversation with the parents, is that they were not very good when it came to the listening and engaging and that they were more comfortable imposing their opinions, feelings and conversation onto anyone that would listen. It reinforced my belief that bullying tendencies is a learned behaviour. Most of the time it’s said that the parents need to fix any form of bullying behaviour, but how are the bullies going to fix the bullying when the bullies don’t even know that they’re the bully or that their child has learnt to bully from them??

I had an incident recently where I witnessed a child displaying bullying tendencies at a gathering, so I waited for the opportunity where I could approach the parents and then very gently and conversationally glean Ultimately it looks like the responsibility falls their understanding of bullying. on those that are outside and empathetically The tricky part here is, from my limited become aware of the problem. I think the psychological understanding, is if a child is best course of action is, from one parent a bully, the last thing you would want to do to another, if you do encounter a bully, or is marginalise the child or pick them out if your child is being bullied, find said bully of a crowd, because sometimes the root and find out where they need a little bit of cause of their bullying tendencies is caused love, positive attention or some mild passby the fact that the child is already feeling you-in-the-hallways passive nurturing. left out and their acting out is them trying to insinuate themselves into conversations I feel that should be the solution. I don’t and social circles the only way they know. have the answers right now. This is just me They don’t always have the skill set or thinking out loud. Which is what you do as personality type to charm or politely make a parent, you learn new things on the fly all the time. themselves available.

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This is what I understand: a bully is a person who is compromised socially, and so to compromise them even further socially doesn’t help the bully or the people around them. The difficulty here is that the approach to a bully is to do something counter intuitive; give the bully some love – a little positive attention and care. More so than the other child who’s been the target of the bullying. I think we’re so conditioned to molly coddle the victim that we do little to nothing to address the root cause of the problem and that requires giving time to the bully to help them assimilate and socialise and ultimately not bully any more. www.mumsmail.com

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Everyday Life

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Hollywood Hits is a vibrant and nostalgic tribute to the most popular songs from the greatest movies to ever hit the big screen; songs that have become as iconic as the films themselves. Showgoers are in for an unforgettable journey and will rock to the music from movies of the 70s, 80s, 90s and beyond. From the hip-swaying seventies when John Travolta starred in Saturday Night Fever, dancing to anthems like “Night Fever”, “Jive Talkin’” and “You Should Be Dancing”, to the timeless classic Grease with unforgettable hits like “You’re The One That I Want” and “Greased Lightning”. Movies from the 80s produced some of the greatest theme songs of all time. Paying homage to the 80s era, songs from Flashdance, Footloose, Dirty Dancing, Purple Rain, Top Gun and Fame feature in the show. The James Bond movie franchise has produced some of the greatest selling songs of all time, but even more so are the animated

classics from both Disney and Dreamworks.

From the 21st century, there are the catchy songs from the likes of Rock of Ages and Mamma Mia!, plus music from the most recent musical blockbuster, The Greatest Showman. The Hits of Hollywood stars a formidable 10 piece cast of performers and musicians who will blow audiences away with their tremendous showmanship.

Rockwood Theatre Sibaya now accepts Edgars Thank U account cards for in-house production ticket purchases.

The show runs until 7 April and Tickets can be booked at www.rockwoodtheatre. co.za or 031 161 0000.

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day on Umgeni Steam Railway

Join Umgeni Steam Railway for a special Valentine’s themed train trip on 10 February – at a special price of only R150 per person (all ages)!

The train leaves from Stokers Arms in Kloof and stops at Inchanga, where Inchanga Conservancy organises a craft market with food stalls and a picnic area to sit and relax.

While at Inchanga, you can buy beverages in the station building, and can visit the museum in the Station Master’s House next to the station. On 10 February at Inchanga Craft Market there will be a lucky draw for a hamper full of goodies from the various stalls, plus several of the stallholders will be offering special discounts on goods for Valentine’s Day!

Umgeni Steam Railway is a non-profit organisation run by volunteers, dedicated to preserving the heritage of railways in South Africa. The Inchanga Choo Choo runs on the last Sunday of each month unless otherwise stated on the schedule. Additional runs are planned during special holiday periods like Easter and Christmas.

There is another train that will run on 24 February, and they also have some really exciting trips planned over the Easter period in March and April, so watch this space!

For more information or to book, visit www.umgenisteamrailway.com or phone 082 353 6003.

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Clueless: The Murder Mystery Game Where No-one Has a Clue!

The Mum’s Mail team experienced a Clueless murder mystery evening at the end of last year, and it was bucket loads of fun!

We arranged to have ours at a restaurant with a private dining area – and a delicious meal was included. It was the perfect time for us to let our hair down and laugh the night away.

How it works You choose your theme for the evening – there are seven to choose from – and each theme has its own back story, characters and script, all with a uniquely South African flavour. All themes and scripts are written by award-winning local journalist Trish Beaver who uses her comic humour and knowledge of typical South African scenarios to make the game unusual and unforgettable.

revealing their character for the night and encouraging them to dress and act the part on the night. On the night, the murder mystery is facilitated by a host who leads you through the game. This is not a passive dinner entertainment everyone is involved in the unfolding plot.

Get ready for lots of laughs as you follow the script throughout the evening. ​ At the end of the night, everyone gets to guess who the murderer is, and if you get it right you win a prize! This is sheer fun and escapism - its entertainment to die for!

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These dinners are great as a team building exercise, office party, fundraiser or simply a fun evening with friends.

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Delicious Life

Quick Sweet Potato and Cheese Quesadillas

Make one quesadilla at a time, starting with the kiddo’s so that it has a chance to cool before everyone sits down to eat. Or use the oven directions and do them all at once.

Ingredients • 8 small corn, flour, or whole grain tortillas/wraps • 4 tablespoons cream cheese • 1-2 small roasted sweet potatoes • 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese • Salsa for serving (optional) To make this on the stove top (this is the best method for corn tortillas) Warm a cast iron skillet over medium heat.

Pour in a little neutral oil or butter if the pan is dry, then wipe with a paper towel to cover the bottom of the pan. (You just need

a thin layer of oil.)

Spread some cream cheese onto the tortilla, then the sweet potato, and place into skillet.

Add about 1/4 cup cheese and place the second tortilla on top. Press down. Cover and let warm for about 2 minutes. Flip and warm for 2-3 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Remove from skillet and let rest on a plate for at least a minute before cutting into wedges. Serve with salsa if your kiddo likes it.

To make this in the oven: Place the assembled tortillas into the oven on a foil-lined baking tray, place a sheet of foil on top, and weight with a baking sheet and a cast iron skillet or a pie plate. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes or until warmed through and cheese is melted.

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Delicious Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin soup is a family favourite that is easy to make and kind to the budget. Using pumpkin, nutmeg, chicken stock and a little sour cream at the end, you can have this soup on the table in an hour.

Ingredients 6 cups pumpkin (diced) 1 carrot (large, diced) 1 onion (large, diced) 3 chicken stock cubes 1 tsp nutmeg Salt and pepper (to taste) 4 cups water 1/2 cup sour cream (optional) Parsley (to decorate)

Notes: For a special touch you can serve soup in fresh bread rolls with the centres scooped out. Warm the rolls in the oven first.

Method Place water, pumpkin, onion, carrot, nutmeg, chicken stock, salt and pepper in www.mumsmail.com

large pot and bring to the boil.

Simmer for one hour or until pumpkin is tender.

Remove soup from heat and puree soup in a blender.

Return soup to pot and heat through.

Add ½ cup of sour cream, stirring through without boiling.

Garnish with a swirl of sour cream and parsley.

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Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

In my search to find an answer to our and start implementing the three Rs: recycling dilemma at home, I stumbled Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.” upon a website that just might have all the answers I’m looking for!

“Collect­ a ­Can Research done by recycling industry body Petco in 2016 found that I say ‘recycling dilemma’ because since only 11% of its target audience recycled “all our orange recycling bags are no longer the time”. Lack of storage space at home, collected from our kerbs (for the time and the absence of “easily accessible” being, anyway), I’ve struggle to find places recycling depots were cited as two of the in Durban that will take ALL my recycling. biggest barriers. But many of the people There are various places, but they don’t all interviewed for the research said they recycle everything that CAN be recycled, would be happy to take their recycling to and I never know what to take where, so I’m depots if they were close enough to their sitting with a pile of recycling homes.” in my house – not ideal!

We need to look after what Treevolution’s Beginner’s we’ve got. And that means Guide to Recycling in South living less wasteful lifestyles, Africa is a great resource I and learning that we can no found at www.treevolution. longer just use things once co.za. It explains all you need and throw them away into a to know about recycling in landfill site.

SA, and has a comprehensive list of all products that can be Consider these steps before recycled, and you can even you recycle: find out where to take which products. For instance, I learnt that my old appliances are • Reduce the amount you consume. If you e-waste and CANNOT be left on the dump. don’t need it, don’t buy it.

And there is a place just a few metres from where I live that accepts e-waste!

• When you do buy something, choose a brand that has the least amount of According to Treevolution, “South Africa packaging or the kind that can be reused, recycles: Steel beverage cans (72%), paper recycled or composted.

(70%), glass (42%) and plastic (about 42%).

Informal recyclers, or bin pickers, recover • Look also for products that are made from much of this material from dustbins and recycled material. If there is a demand for landfill sites. This is not ideal, firstly from the recycled plastic products, more plastic will point of view of the health and safety of the be recycled and less will end up in landfill or recyclers, but also because the recyclable polluting oceans. material is contaminated with other waste. First prize would be if households • Before you throw something away, either and businesses sorted their waste, so that for recycling or into your normal rubbish, “uncontaminated” recyclable material can think first if there is any way it can be be collected.” reused.

“The government wants to reduce the amount of plastic, cans, paper and glass going to landfills. To meet that target, households and businesses need to stop simply throwing everything away as rubbish www.mumsmail.com

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Vuma Fibre: Best for Everyone and Everything Access to high-speed fibre broadband has become more available to residents in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and KwaZuluNatal, improving the way many people use the internet. Vuma Fibre launches you into the Information Age and puts a world of knowledge and entertainment at your fingertips. Access to super-fast fibre broadband connects homes to internet speeds that are 250 times faster than the average broadband speed used in South Africa. Simply put - it is the fastest.

Fibre gives you a buffer-free online experience with less downtime. This highspeed connection supports a host of new services such as VoIP, which enables you to make calls over the internet, and the use of home monitoring and CCTV security systems. The introduction of fibre into your home gives you the opportunity to keep your existing telephone number while getting rid of your home line; saving you money by cutting your phone bills.

As every home’s internet needs differ, so do the line speeds and packages on the Vuma network. Whether you are a student studying online or running a business from home, there is an internet package suitable for your internet demands. With so much choice, you are bound to find the perfect internet fit for your home.

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Installing fibre into your home will improve everyone’s online experience and enable you to download the latest movies, games, and music, stream live HDTV, work hasslefree from home with uninterrupted video conferencing as well as increase home security. The installation of fibre to your property also increases its commercial value and makes it more attractive to prospective tenants.

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Pregnancy Awareness Week

Pregnancy Awareness Week is from 12 to 16 February. The Department of Health uses Pregnancy Awareness Week to strengthen pregnancy education and stress important issues that promote healthy pregnancy and safe motherhood. The government suggests that pregnant women should start receiving antenatal care as soon as they confirm they are pregnant – within the first trimester.

The reason antenatal care is important is because it provides the following benefits: • The opportunity to treat existing medical conditions that can be aggravated by pregnancy like diabetes, hypertension, anaemia and infections. • Free testing and voluntary counselling for HIV. • Early recognition of danger signs in pregnancy and post-delivery. • Preparation for birth and readiness for complications. • Self-care which includes nutrition and high standard of hygiene. • Information on the father’s

role and the family’s as well.

Pregnancy Awareness Week also gives importance to the rights of pregnant women which include the following: • The right of a woman to choose her companion for providing support during pregnancy and childbirth. The companion will also accompany her to the antenatal care clinic as well as during labour. • The right of the woman to be treated with respect, dignity and confidentiality. • The right of the woman to ask questions and to get the right explanation regarding her condition. The main goal of the event is to spread important information regarding pregnancy including tips on how to have a healthy pregnancy, how to prevent complications and more. Anyone can help raise awareness – even a simple post or tweet on social media can help.

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What is Epilepsy?

Epilepsy affects 1 in 100 people in South Africa. There are 50 million people living with epilepsy globally. Every year, on the second Monday of February, people join together to highlight the problems faced by people with epilepsy, their families and carers.

Epilepsy is a tendency to have recurrent seizures (convulsions) which occur when there is an abnormal electrical discharge in the brain. Seizures may be triggered by a chemical imbalance or structural abnormality.

The term “epilepsy” covers a variety of seizure types which may differ in cause, nature, severity, management and longterm outcome. People (especially parents) commonly take a very pessimistic view about epilepsy, causing unnecessary anxiety. To avoid this you should talk to your child’s doctor to identify the specific diagnosis (type of epilepsy) accurately to ensure the most appropriate treatment, advice and help. www.mumsmail.com

Epilepsy facts Generalisations about epilepsy have been the source of confusion in the past, often leading to myths and misconceptions.

• The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that 1 in every 100 persons in developing countries (like South Africa) has epilepsy • An isolated seizure is not necessarily an indication of epilepsy • Anybody can be diagnosed with epilepsy at any age but most commonly develops before the age of 20 • Most people will be able to control their epilepsy with medication • Children with epilepsy may outgrow the condition • Epilepsy is not a psychiatric illness or condition, but a neurological condition • Epilepsy is not infectious or contagious.

Epilepsy South Africa promotes human rights and an inclusive society for persons with disabilities, primarily persons with epilepsy.

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Life after Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in South African men.

One in seven men will be diagnosed with this disease. When it is detected early, the survival rates are high. However, the complication from the treatment can be extremely disabling for men and can significantly affect their quality of life.

Treatment for Prostate Cancer may include watchful waiting, surgery to remove the prostate (radical prostatectomy) or radiation to the prostate. With a more progressed cancer chemotherapy and hormone therapy may be included. These treatments affect the pelvic floor muscles.

Compromised pelvic floor function can lead to pain, urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction. A physiotherapist who has done further training in men’s pelvic health can help to manage these complications.

After a radical prostatectomy, 98 to 100% of men will experience incontinence and impotence. While most men will regain bladder control, only 30% will recover from erectile dysfunction. The pelvic

floor muscles play an important role in sexual activity and pelvic physiotherapy rehabilitation has proven successful in treating sexual dysfunction.

How can Physiotherapy Help? Pelvic floor exercises are not as easy as one would think. Diagnostic ultrasound is a useful, non-invasive tool to assess the pelvic floor muscle function in men. This enables the physiotherapist to teach the correct way to exercise the pelvic floor. A men’s pelvic health physiotherapist will do an in-depth evaluation with every patient to create an individualised management plan.

Pelvic rehabilitation is cost-effective, noninvasive and straight forward. Remember not all physiotherapists have training in men’s pelvic health, make sure your physiotherapist has the correct training and equipment.

By Pierre Röscher, MPhysT UKZN, BSc Physio Wits, Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Centre, www.pelvicphysio.co.za.

Opinion Piece: Medication is Designed to Keep you Taking Medication Geoff Hindmarch is a traditional healing doctor, author and CEO of HealingWithCannabis.co.za, and is passionate about healing and helping others. Geoff shares his views on medication vs medical cannabis. Your body has a CANNABINOIDAL system which learns as you experience. Let’s say you get your first headache at three years old and your mom gives you an Aspirin. Your body has just learnt that Aspirins cure headaches. If the next time you have a headache your mom gives you a different painkiller, your body will make the pain worse because it wants an Aspirin. By the time you reach middle age half of your body is under the control of medicine and your body starts to slow down.

It gives you pain and insomnia. Your body is trying to tell you something is wrong…

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believe, plus what people tell you. So if a doctor tells you that you have a dreaded disease and will die in six months, your body will produce endorphins that will close down all your organs. On the other hand when people say; “I will beat this disease” their body produces endorphins that go around defending the body. I have had a few people who have taken medical cannabis but as they were scared of it, the body would not accept the cannabis as the body thought it was protecting itself. To change this mindset, all it took was for someone to say to them; “You are looking better today – the cannabis must be working,” and their bodies suddenly accepted and a fast change was experienced.

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Dr Des@Home: Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month

With the New Year comes New Year’s resolutions. We all have been there and done that, but not all of us fit the healthy t-shirt! It is very important to have a balanced approach – physically and mentally – to a healthy lifestyle that will last.

Here are a few tips to help: An apple a day can keeps the doctor away!

• Choose foods that are low in cholesterol, salt and added sugars. • Children should eat three balanced meals a day, but adults trying to lose weight should cut their carbohydrate intake and try to push breakfast to 11am.

• Avoid rewarding children (and yourself) with sugary snacks.

than 8 units a week becomes risky.

• Acknowledge if you have a drinking problem and seek help! • Drink water until your urine is almost clear.

Fit for life • Physical activities can prevent and reverse heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, osteoporosis and depression. • Encourage your children to get moving!

Don’t ignore your poor mental health; it is as bad as a cancer • There is no shame in taking medication for mental illness, do whatever works for you – suicidal thoughts are not normal. • Get enough sleep and Smoking kills • Get a friend to stop smoking make time for family fun. with you and set a date for quitting. • Ask your GP for the 12 week prescription plan to Be good to yourself and your family: Keep the balance and live a healthy life! help you and follow through.

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Eat Healthily on a Budget If you believe that eating healthily is expensive, then you are not alone. This belief is widespread, but contrary to popular belief, eating healthy is a lot cheaper than you think, says Renny Letswalo, Health Coach and Managing Director of Cambridge Weight Plan Southern Africa. “It is possible to cook healthier foods at a lower cost, but this does require planning and preparation,” says Letswalo.

Start cooking One of the keys to eating healthily on a budget is to get cooking.

Preparing your own meals is associated with higher diet quality and lower spending on food. Make time to plan your meals and make a list before going grocery shopping.

Buy foods that are in season Fruits and vegetables that are in season are usually at their tastiest, most nutritious and cheapest.

Locally sourced produce will also cost you less, and so will buying from your local markets. www.mumsmail.com

Buy whole ingredients Instead of buying chicken wings or breasts separately, rather buy the whole chicken from which you can make several meals.

Plant your own vegetables, herbs and fruit in your backyard Vegetable and fruit planting doesn’t have to be as difficult as it seems. A small patch of land can produce all the greens you need to eat a nutritious meal.

Frozen is just as good Most people believe that frozen produce doesn’t contain as many nutrients as fresh, but that’s not true.

Frozen food is more economical as you store what you don’t use and prevent wastage.

Avoid processed foods It’s healthier to avoid packaged or canned foods. If you do, rather choose those with less ingredients so you are clearer on what you are eating.

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5 Easy and Healthy Recipes Strawberry Banana Green Smoothie This smoothie from Fit Foodie Finds features strawberries and spinach.

Unsweetened almond milk serves as a lowsugar alternative to juices. Plus, the recipe is designed to be meal-prepped and separated into four freezer bags to grab, blend and go in the morning.

Ingredients For the bag 2 cups (480 ml) bananas, sliced 2 cups (480 ml) strawberries, whole 4 cups (960 ml) spinach 4 teaspoons (20 ml) chia seeds For Blending 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder 1/2 – 1 cup (120–240 ml) unsweetened almond milk Directions First, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then, evenly spread out 2 cups of sliced bananas, 2 cups of whole strawberries. Place in the freezer for about 2 hours or until completely frozen.

Next, take 4 quart-size freezer bags and write the date and Strawberry Banana Green Smoothie on the front. Add 1 cup of frozen fruit, a handful of spinach and a teaspoon of chia seeds to each bag. Before sealing, make sure you squeeze as much air out as possible to prevent freezer burn. Seal and place in the freezer for later use.

Once you’re ready to blend, just add about ½ to one cup of unsweetened almond milk (depending on how thick you like your smoothies) and a scoop of your favourite protein powder.

BLT Avocado-Ranch Chopped Salad BLT just got better! You can use avocado to make a creamy ranch-style dressing.

To assemble the salad, simply pour this tasty mix over a bed of fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes and savoury bacon.

Ingredients For avocado-ranch dressing: 1 medium (200g) avocado, chopped ¼ cup (55g) light mayonnaise ¼ cup (55g) non-fat sour cream ½ cup (120g) non-fat buttermilk 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill ¼ teaspoon salt For the BLT salad: 2 medium heads Romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped (8 cups or 375g lightly packed) 1 large (180 grams) tomato, seeded and coarsely chopped 1 medium (300g) cucumber, coarsely chopped 1 medium (200g) avocado, chopped 8 tablespoons avocado-ranch dressing 2 slices (60g) cooked bacon, coarsely chopped 1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper Directions To make the avocado-ranch dressing, combine all avocado-ranch dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor.

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Storage tip: Cover surface of dressing to prevent browning and chill up to 3 days.

To make the salad, combine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and avocado in a large bowl.

Drizzle each serving with 2 tablespoons of avocado-ranch dressing and sprinkle evenly with bacon and pepper.

Note: Avocado-ranch dressing makes 1½ cups or 24 tablespoons total so you will have leftover dressing.

Directions Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix bananas, rolled oats and walnuts together in a medium-sized bowl. Form the mixture into 12 balls and add to the baking sheet. Use your thumb to make a small depression at the centre of each cookie. Add one teaspoon of jam to each cookie. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.

Simple Peach Crumble

Banana Berry “Nice” Cream Ingredients 2 cups (480ml) peaches, sliced ¼ cup (60ml) flour 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey Dash of salt ¼ cup (60ml) butter ½ cup (120 ml) rolled oats ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) cinnamon Directions Preheat oven to 180°C. Add peaches to a small baking dish or loaf pan. Mix flour, honey, butter, salt, cinnamon and oats in a bowl. Top the peaches with the crumble Ingredients mixture, pressing down with a spoon. Bake 4 ripe bananas, chopped and frozen until the crumble browns, about 30 minutes. 4 cups (960ml) frozen berries ½ cup (120ml) almond milk, frozen into ice Oatmeal Thumbprint Cookies cubes Ingredients 2 large, ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup (240ml) rolled oats ¼ cup (60ml) chopped walnuts 12 teaspoons (60ml) low-sugar strawberry jam 31

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Mooimaak Makeovers: Charmaine Venter

In 1992 ex-police detective Charmaine Venter (van Wyk) became a widow and single parent to three children. The idea of ever getting to put herself first became an impossible dream.

Happily, Charmaine would later remarry but those harder years took a toll on her appearance. Fortunately, this is nothing the Skin Renewal team of kykNET’s Mooimaak couldn’t fix.

Firm and fabulous Charmaine’s lax-looking skin was addressed using a series of Exilis Radiofrequency treatments. This heats up the deeper layers of your skin in a way that causes your existing collagen to contract while stimulating your fibroblasts to make more of it. The result is an instantly tightened effect that improves over time as your newfound collagen begins to grow.

A sculpted jaw Charmaine’s once sculpted jawline was being hidden by jowls but this was an easy fix thanks to lipodissolve. The treatment

involves injecting a Ceccarelli solution made up of vitamin C and iron into the fatty areas.

This causes a natural breakdown of the fat cells, making it possible to re-contour and sculpt the face.

New threads PDO Anchor Threads are sutures strategically placed under the skin to create a more lifted look. They dissolve after six months, but their effect lingers for up to a year as they also encourage the creation of new collagen. These enhanced Charmaine’s cheek bones while lifting her jowls and the end result was incredible.

‘Now, people stop me in the street and say “Wow! What happened? You look ten years younger!”, says a delighted Charmaine. ‘I don’t look fake, I look refreshed and I love it!’

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You Should be Toning: Here’s Why

If your skin care routine consists of only cleansing and moisturising, adding a toner into the mix can be a real difference maker in the health and happiness of your skin.

Toning slips in right after cleansing, taking care of any makeup you might have missed and removing any cleanser build-up left on your skin.

Your skin thrives when its pH balance is kept within a tight range. Skin prefers a slightly acidic balance of around 5-6 (on a scale of 0-14). Cleansing, although fantastic for your skin, tips its pH balance towards a more alkaline nature. Toning combats this loss of balance bringing your skin back into the sweet spot. Toning gets to work unclogging the skin’s pores from the oil, dirt and grime that build-up throughout the day. Toning tightens up the cell gaps of your skin, shrinking down pore size and leaving you less vulnerable to the irritants www.mumsmail.com

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Not all Toners are Created Equal Make sure your new toner is free from synthetics, doesn’t contain any alcohol, preservatives or artificial colouring. These ingredients can have adverse effects, leaving you with chronically sensitive skin.

How to Apply Your Toner After cleansing your face, spray your toner onto a cotton wool pad and wipe across your face and neck, paying particular attention to your forehead, nose and chin. Then spritz onto the skin to get maximum benefit from all those skin loving ingredients. Here’s the kicker…whilst your skin is still slightly damp from the toner, apply your follow-on products like your serum and moisturiser.

Application to damp skin massively improves product penetration and of course, efficacy.

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Homemade Valentine’s Gifts for Mom and Dad For Dad OR MOM: DIY Pre-Shave Oil For Mom: DIY Foaming Vanilla Bubble Bath Here’s a super simple gift that you can whip up for your dad that he can use all the What better way to relax than with a time! Pre-shave oil is a great homemade luxurious and fragrant bubble bath? Your alternative to shaving gel and will help leave mom will enjoy this easy-to-make, DIY foaming vanilla bubble bath that will take your skin silky smooth. her down the road to serenity!

There are a million different ways to make pre-shave oil and you may have to change the recipe based on how your skin reacts to these oils. I looked up tons of different recipes before making mine and I decided to go with a pretty basic recipe…

• 1 part grapeseed oil The glycerine used in this recipe will help you • 1 part olive oil • A few drops of an essential oil of choice retain moisture, and the pure vanilla extract will provide you with a warm fragrance (I’d suggest sandalwood or cedar wood) that’s perfect for helping you unwind.

Experiment with different types of carrier Store this foaming vanilla bubble bath in and essential oils if this mix doesn’t work for a glass or plastic container (recycle some of your empty shampoo and conditioner you! containers, wash them out and use to store Ladies – you can use this too! I’ve heard it’s your foaming bubble bath). incredible for shaving your legs!

Either shake (with the lid on) or use a spoon to stir the mixture, and add 1/8 to 1/4 cup to your bath water.

Ingredients: • 1 cup mild liquid body soap or Castile Soap* • 1/4 cup pure vegetable glycerine • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Directions: • Add all of the ingredients to a bowl and stir • Transfer to a glass or plastic container with a lid • Mix before using This foaming bubble bath will have you ready to relax! *Castile soap is a natural liquid soap made from vegetable oils. It is available online and in selected pharmacies/health shops.

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Treating Kids’ Dry Skin Dry skin (xerosis cutis) can be a big problem for many infants and older children. In addition to those children with eczema, whose dry skin gets red and itchy, some simply get dry arms, legs, hands, or a dry area around their mouth from time to time.

Their skin may peel, feel itchy, and may be red and rough when it gets dry.

Reapply moisturisers at least two or three times a day.

Have kids shower after swimming and then quickly apply a moisturiser to their skin.

Frequently apply a moisturising lip balm on and around your child’s lips, which are prone to get dry in the winter.

Children with dry skin can get particularly dried out when swimming and playing and Treatments sweating in the heat of the summer.

If your child’s skin is already dry, it can help The winter, because of cold air outside, can to: also be a problem for children who get dry Apply an over-the-counter hydrocortisone skin. Dry air with low humidity inside, when cream to areas of your child’s skin that are you have the heat on in the winter, also red or itchy. adds to the problem of winter dry skin.

Switch to a cream or ointment if you have Preventing Dry Skin been using a lotion. Remember that in general, the greasier the moisturiser, the Why do some children have dry skin? Many better. children likely have some inherited form of dry skin that makes them more sensitive to Try a different moisturiser, such as Eucerin certain things that can make their skin dry. Intensive Repair Crème for Very Dry Skin.

These moisturisers contain lactic acid, which Others do things that make their skin promotes hydration of the skin. irritated, such as using harsh soaps, not If your child’s skin stays dry, especially if using moisturisers often enough, or using it is red or irritated, you should see your alcohol-based moisturisers. paediatrician or get extra help from a paediatric dermatologist.

To help prevent your child from having problems with dry skin, it can often help to: Use a mild soap or cleanser when your child washes, such as Dove Sensitive Skin Body Wash, or Sensitive Skin Unscented Beauty Bar. Apply moisturisers while your child’s skin is still a little wet to help trap in some moisture, which usually means trying to apply the moisturiser within two or three minutes after your child washes.

Choose a non-alcohol-based moisturiser.

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From Playschool to Big School: How to Help Your Child Successfully Transition Moving from pre-school into a formal to start working and engaging in meaningful schooling environment is a big step not only play with their peers, even if they don’t for young children but also for their parents. automatically get along. Encourage your child to be inclusionary and kind, which will “Some of the practical things can be very help them develop emotional maturity, as exciting - sorting out school uniforms and well as confidence. supplies, learning about the new routine, meeting the new teacher and exploring the Encourage curiosity new school grounds,” says Trudie Gilmore, “Being interested and curious about the General Manager at ADvTECH Junior things around us is really important for Colleges. learning. Encourage your child’s natural sense of curiosity by talking to them about “However, the increased demands and an things, people and places when you are unfamiliar environment can be daunting, out and about. New research has shown and children need to be eased into the clear benefits for children whose parents new situation. Additionally, parental engage them in productive conversation, expectations can cause unnecessary that is, where each takes turns to listen and pressure at this young age.” Gilmore says respond appropriately,” says Gilmore. when embarking on this exciting new life chapter, parents and guardians should She goes on to say parents must be remember the following: prepared to help their children navigate and manage increased stress levels caused by Allow for making mistakes more challenging schoolwork, homework, “The lesson is in the learning, not only assessments, diversity within the school the outcome. At this age, parents should environment, after-school activities and encourage their children to be more possible bullying. independent and, where possible, to think for themselves. Encourage your child to “Ensure your child is able to respond to practise small ways to look after themselves the challenges they will face every day, such as dressing themselves, ensuring their by limiting any additional pressure. And book bags are packed, and looking after remember, sleep is key. Children who get their belongings. Encourage and praise enough sleep are likely to be less shortthem for trying, even when they don’t get it tempered and better able to handle school perfectly right.” stress. Also beware of piling on extra-mural activities. We’ve come to believe that busy Practise perseverance equals happy, but over-scheduling means “It can be tremendously frustrating for less free time and family time.” young children if they are unable to complete a task to their satisfaction. Teach “Our society is expecting more and more your child that when learning new things, from children at younger ages. Our job it’s important that they keep on trying, even as parents and guardians is to help them if they find things challenging. Don’t step understand and respond appropriately in and ‘fix’ the situation, but rather guide, to these demands, and develop their encourage and motivate.” emotional intelligence to set them up for a successful and productive school career.”

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How to Talk with your Kids about Grades Whether your kids tend to earn As, Bs, Cs, or Fs, kids often define “who they are” based on the grades they receive.

“I’m an A-student.”

“I’m not very smart.”

“I’m an average student.”

Do you see how this approach tackles the low grade as a problem to be solved? This enables the child to focus on improving the grade versus feeling bad about himself for making a poor grade.

This approach works great for homework as well. Decide with your child what grade represents solid knowledge of the material – is it 80%, 85%, 90%, 95%? Once you come to an agreement, let the child know that any paper that receives a grade below the threshold will need to be reworked to ensure that he understands the material well enough to move forward in class.

When you take this approach, redoing So how can you talk with your kids about the work isn’t punishment; it’s striving for grades so that their self-esteem doesn’t rise learning and excellence. and fall based on their grade point average?

The most important takeaway is to work The key is to talk about grades as feedback. with your kids to see grades as feedback Feedback is just a result that occurs based – not as a reflection of who they are or of on an action that was taken – it is a measure how smart they are. When kids learn to see of how well they learned the material. grades as feedback of their effort instead Grades don’t mean that they are “smart” of as a “label”, they are able to separate or “dumb”, “good” or “bad” – it just means how they feel about themselves (their selfthey either learned what they needed to esteem) from the grade. know or they didn’t. When kids learn to Written by Renaye Thornborrow, interpret grades as feedback and not “who Adventures in Wisdom. they are”, it enables them to deal with both good grades and bad grades without For more support contact Certified impacting their self-esteem.

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Tips for Tantrums Younger children may have tantrums because they are still learning to regulate their emotions. This is a gradual process which requires ongoing practice, with your guidance.

Tips to Prevent Tantrums • Ensure your children are well fed and well rested, especially before going out.

• Encourage lots of physical activity as this helps them to burn off energy and stress.

• Be proactive by identifying situations which may cause tantrums, such as preparing your child for change in advance if they experience difficulty with transitions.

• Record tantrums to show them at a later stage as this may help them to realise that their behaviour is unacceptable and prevent them from repeating it.

• It is very important to recognise children’s successes and to reinforce positive behaviours.

Tips for Tantrums • Set clear ground rules with regard to appropriate and inappropriate behaviour, making sure that your child has a good understanding of these.

• If your child does have a tantrum try to be patient, as it is important to manage your own feelings of anger and frustration.

• Acknowledge and validate their feelings, for example “I know that you are feeling angry because…” and then calmly remind them of the rules to make them aware that that their behaviour is unacceptable. This may help them to compose themselves.

• Follow this by encouraging acceptable behaviour such as giving them instructions to apologise or make a more appropriate choice.

• If they do not respond to this then calmly state the consequences.

• If the tantrum still persists then ensure that you follow through with the consequences. Consistency is important!

• Once children learn that there are consequences for their inappropriate behaviour, they will be less likely to repeat it.

• Remember, what works for one child may not work for another. If your child does not manage to compose themselves then another method may be necessary.

• It may help to distract them or give them a “time out” until they are able to calm down and put their feelings into words.

• If your child continues to throw tantrums it might be useful to talk to their teacher, doctor, a counsellor or a psychologist.

It is important for parents and caregivers to remember that they are in charge!

Children who know and understand their boundaries are less likely to throw tantrums because they are aware of what is expected of them.

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What is Bullying?

Bullying is a pattern of behaviour in which an individual is selected as a target of continuous aggression by one or more others and includes cyber-bullying; which can be defined as the use of technology to harass, humiliate, or threaten someone.

excessive psychosomatic symptoms, low self-esteem, neuroticism, and problemsolving deficits. The research also reveals that those involved in bullying at school are more likely to have one or more criminal convictions by the time they become young adults and have diagnosable psychiatric This pattern of behaviour can be direct disorders. (physical), for example, hitting, kicking, or pushing etc., it can be verbal, such as Bullying is common among children and taunting, threatening, or malicious teasing, prevalent in South African high schools, and it can be indirect (relational) in which evident by the fact that statistics have the objective is to damage relationships or shown a 61% occurrence rate among a social status through exclusion. sample of high school learners in Tshwane, a 41% occurrence rate derived from a This pattern of behaviour can affect the national representative sample of high physical and psychological well-being of school learners and a 36.3% occurrence rate those who are constantly bullied and those among Grade 8 and 11 learners in Durban children who bully their peers at an early and Cape Town. However, there appears age. The consequences of bullying on the to be an absence of research statistics of victims, those uninvolved in such behaviour, its occurrence in South African primary and bully-victims (those who both bully schools. and are victims), compared to those who bully, are an elevated risk for depression,

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Back to School Lunch Box Ideas

Lunch boxes provide children with at least a third of their daily intake of energy for the day as well as providing them with the energy required for school activities in the classroom and on the sports field.

A healthy diet not only protects children from diseases and illness but boosts their cognitive abilities too. Here are some lunch box ideas for your children.

snack that will satisfy the sweetest tooth without the added preservatives • Kiwi fruit with the top cut off which can be eaten with a teaspoon • A container of mixed berries made up of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries • Peaches, nectarines or plums either whole or cut into pieces

To avoid uneaten lunches, it is wise not to make sudden and drastic changes but rather start with adding a serving of a fresh fruit or vegetables to the rest of their lunch.

This can be: An apple, orange or banana, either whole or cut into pieces to get them started on the journey of nutrition.

• Oranges or watermelon cut into pieces and frozen • Slices of pineapple or mangoes, some litchis or a bunch of grapes for an interesting

Any of the above-mentioned fruits can be added to some yoghurt which can serve as an encouragement for those children not keen on eating fruit. Low-fat salad dressing or hummus is the perfect pairing for raw veggies like carrots, sweet peppers, cucumber, celery, mushrooms and baby tomatoes. Try avocado as an alternative spread to the traditional peanut butter and jam.

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Science Experiments: Grow Giant Worms Naked Eggs

Science question: Is it easier for your body to absorb plain or salt water?

Most of the water on our planet is salt water, yet we don’t drink it. Let’s use gummy worms to show how different types of water are absorbed by our body.

Science question: How do you make an eggshell disappear?

Eggshells are made of calcium carbonate.

We can dissolve that shell, making the egg naked so we can see and touch the parts of a cell.

Supplies needed: • Ruler • 6 gummy worms • Paper and pencil • 2 glass bowls • 2/3 cup (160ml) warm water • ¼ teaspoon salt • Spoon

Supplies needed: • Raw egg • Glass container • Vinegar

The experiment: With the ruler, measure the length of the gummy worms. Write this on a piece of paper. In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup (80ml) of the water and salt, and mix together with a spoon. Add the remaining 1/3 cup of water to the other bowl. Write which bowl is which on a piece of paper and place under the bowl.

Put three gummy worms in each bowl. Let the worms sit in the bowls for a couple of hours. Pull out the worms and measure them again. Are your worms bigger?

The Outcome: The gummy worms in both bowls absorbed water. However, the worms in the plain water absorbed more water and grew much larger than the worms in the salt water.

The Experiment: Place the egg in the container and cover it with vinegar. Watch the egg for about 15 minutes – you should see bubbles form on the surface of the egg. Check the egg again after 8 hours and again after 3 days.

The outcome: The eggshell will thin after about eight hours and then completely disappear after 3 days.

You can then see and touch the membrane covering the egg.

Why it worked: The shell of an egg is made of calcium carbonate, which is a base. When vinegar an acid - covers the shell it breaks down the calcium, releasing carbon dioxide (gas). You see this in the bubbles.

Variation: If water hydrates, what does sugar do? Have two separate cups, one with water and one with corn syrup (the main ingredient in many sodas). Put an egg into each cup. After Why it worked: a couple of hours in the jars you can see When gummy worms are added to water, how osmosis caused the egg in the water to the water molecules move through the tiny get even bigger and how the sugars in the holes in the surface of the candy. The gelatin corn syrup dehydrated (pulled water out of) keeps the gummy worms from dissolving. the other egg.

Critical thinking: Plain water is easier for our bodies to absorb.

That’s why we don’t drink salt water.

Source: The 101 Coolest Simple Science Experiments by Rachel Miller, Holly Homer & Jamie Harrington. www.mumsmail.com

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Birthday Party Prep We’ve just celebrated my son’s 5th birthday with a fun birthday party this past weekend.

During the party prep stages, I found this article on www.babycentre.co.uk which I found really helpful! Have a read below - I hope you find it useful too!

• Resist inviting the whole preschool class.

It’s chaotic, and your child will drown in toys they don’t need. Better to ask which friends they really want; some parents limit guests to one per year of age. Kids typically have more fun in smaller groups.

Involving your child in their birthday plans is a great way to make them feel responsible and respected. Some suggestions for making both of you happy:

• Time it right. One to two hours is the perfect length: enough time for cake, a few games, and some unstructured running around.

• You decide the big issues, like where.

Don’t feel you have to indulge their every whim. A party at your home can be much cheaper than going elsewhere - and just as much fun.

• Remember, they’re little kids! Gourmet foods is pointless. They want birthday cake, party snacks, playtime with friends, and maybe a small treat when they go home.

Forget the elaborate gift bags - who needs to get into a competition over this stuff?

• Let your child pick the theme. This doesn’t Keep it simple and inexpensive: candy, mean that everything from decor to games sidewalk chalk, balls, or balloons suffice. needs to reflect Superman or fairy motifs.

Most kids this age are satisfied if their cake, Written by Sarah Mackintosh. Visit plates, and party hats fit the theme. www.babycentre.co.uk for more info

Two-Ingredient Chocolate Fudge Method Line a 20cm x 20cm square cake tin with baking paper and set aside.

In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate in the microwave by heating half the amount for one minute and then stirring. Add the remaining chocolate and keep stirring. Heat in 10-second bursts until all of the chocolate is melted.

Stir in condensed milk until well combined.

Pour into the lined tin and refrigerate until set.

Notes This delicious chocolate fudge uses just two I used dark chocolate melts but you can also ingredients. Use it as a great base to add use white or milk chocolate in this recipe. your favourite nuts or flavourings to. Delish!

If you want to add something else I suggest Kids will love helping you to make this easy 1/2 cup chopped walnuts pushed into the top of the fudge or you can also use fudge… coconut, sprinkles or sweets like Smarties.

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Easy Love Treats and Crafts

Here are some easy Valentine’s treats and crafts to make this February – whether you are making for a party, your class, a special treat for your mom and dad, or a special someone.

I Love You This Much Card Trace your child’s hand, then cut out two copies. My paper was double sided so I made sure that when the thumbs match up – the yellow side would be inside, and the blue side would be outside. Cut out a strip of paper and fold it accordion style. Use letter rub-ons or stickers to add the words “I Love You” on the outside, and “This Much” on the strip of paper.

Glue the ends of your accordion strip on the insides of the hands and your card is done.

Sweetie Pie for your darling • 10 Sweetie Pies • Small piece of milk chocolate • Sugar roses and leaves • Sugar hearts, various sizes • Edible glitter (optional)

Source: www.tiffkeetch.blogspot.com.

Melt the chocolate in the microwave, stirring often. Use melted chocolate to stick sugar roses and hearts to the Sweetie Pies.

Leave them to stand while the chocolate sets and then sprinkle over some edible glitter. A decorated Sweetie Pie in a lovely container makes a lovely gift for your darling!

Tip: If you can’t get Sweetie Pies, use a chocolate-coated biscuit or small chocolate cupcake or muffin.

Valentine’s Day Fingerprint Frame • Acrylic paints (various shades of red, white and pink) • Unfinished wooden frame Chocolate Strawberries • Your finger Melt milk chocolate in the microwave, • Mod Podge to seal stirring often. Dip whole strawberries in melted chocolate, and lay on some wax All you do to create this fun work of art is paper until the chocolate hardens. You dip your finger in each colour of paint and could add red/pink/white sprinkles if dot it onto the frame. When all the wood is desired. Refrigerate and serve as a delicious covered, let it dry. Then add a coat of Mod treat!

Podge to seal it. All that’s left is to add a photo of yourself or child!

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Use these fun ideas to keep little hands and minds busy at your next kid’s birthday party!

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Materials needed: Lots of different colours and sizes of pipe cleaners and glue dots or double-sided tape.

Create a unique pipe cleaner disguise for yourself. We have some suggestions…

While you can’t do all the traditional yo-yo tricks with this homemade version, it’s a fun way to practice eye-hand coordination and is much easier to control.

Spy glasses: Take a pipe cleaner and make it into a spiral like a shell – you will need two. When finished, push the centre of the spirals out to create a sort of cone. Attach the “cones” to the centre of eyeglasses formed from pipe cleaners.

Materials: • Colourful balloons, play dough, sand or flour • Scissors • Large rubber band (or multiple bands if small) • Masking tape

Get your bug on! Create antennae and pretend to be an insect… or an alien.

Use a couple of pipe cleaners to create a headband. Add antennae. Consider making the antennae from spirals or curling the ends of them. Other pipe cleaner accessories you can make: Swords, mustaches, bushy eyebrows, hats, cat whiskers, flowers – the options are endless!

Fill the balloon with the play dough (or flour or sand). Then, tie the balloon shut. Cut some small holes into a second balloon.

Carefully stretch the second balloon over the playdough-filled balloon, allowing the colour of the lower balloon to peek through the top layer holes. Tie the rubber band around the knot in the balloon. If your rubber band is not long enough, make a “string” of bands by tying them to each Tips: Are you worried about the ends of the other. pipe cleaners poking you child? Just fold the sharp end in and twist it inside itself. Your Modifications for younger kids: Skip the pipe cleaner should now be blunted and rubber bands and let the kids squish the safer for small tots to enjoy. filled yo-yo ball.

This is also a great activity for kids to do on a long car trip.

Tip: Play dough, sand or flour in a balloon mimics the adult “stress ball” and can be a source of calming sensation to kids.

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This is a great idea for birthday party favours for kids – instead of a bag of sugary sweets or something that will end up on the bin. It’s also a great idea to keep little ones entertained at weddings, especially during the ‘boring’ parts… so make these darling colouring clipboard favours for each sweet little child attending your wedding or event.

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You can find free colouring in images online to download – print some on regular paper to the correct size and cut them and stick them onto the cardstock. Put the cards/ pictures onto the clipboard.

Cut a long piece of twine and wrap tightly around the crayons first… then wrap and tie around the clipboard itself. At this point you could also add a little tag with each child’s name to personalise.

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• 9 Feb (2nd Sat monthly), 9am, NORTH COAST ARTISTS DEMO & MEETING, Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Glenashley, visitors R40, members R30, www.north-coast-artists.com.

BUSINESS NETWORKING • 7 Feb (1st Thurs monthly), 8am – 10.30am, KZN WOMEN IN BUSINESS, Garden Court, Marine Parade, Durban, R250 members, R270 non-members, 031 – 266 2892, info@kznwib.co.za, www.kznwib.co.za.

• 13 Feb, 7.30am, UMHLANGA WOMEN ACHIEVERS AGM, Gateway Hotel, R170pp (members), R190pp (nonmembers) www.umhlangawomenachievers.co.za.

CHARITY • 1 – 28 Feb (Tues – Fri), 8am – 3pm, DONATION STATION CHARITY SHOP, 20 Clarence Road, Greyville, 031 – 312 9313.

COOKING • 1 – 28 Feb, FOOD FUN: WHAT’S COOKING WITH AUNTY SANDRA? – BIG & LITTLE VARIOUS HEALTHY COOKING CLASSES, Holiday classes also offered, Westville, booking essential: helloauntysandra@ gmail.com.

• 1 – 28 Feb, VARIOUS COOKING CLASSES, Gecko Culinary Adventures, 88 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Durban cooking@geckoschool.co.za • 1 – 28 Feb, VARIOUS DOMESTIC WORKERS COOKING CLASSES, R1 600pp (5 weeks), danielle@ pheka.co.za, www.pheka.co.za, 072 261 5192.

• 1 – 28 Feb, VARIETY OF COOKING CLASSES, Cooking Cooks, 90 Dawncliffe Rd, Westville, info@ cookingcooks.co.za, 031 – 266 8488, 082 543 0543, www.cookingcooks.co.za.

COURSES/CLASSES/WORKSHOPS • 1 – 28 Feb, various days/times, GOODPET TRAINING – PET TRAINING CLASSES, Glenwood and Durban North, Mari Borain/AJ Kruger, 061 245 3309, info.goodpet@gmail.com, www.goodpet.co.za.

• 1 – 28 Feb, VARIOUS BEAUTY THERAPY COURSES, The Nail Guru, 39 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Docnor Medical Centre, 031 – 564 2933, info@thenailguru. co.za.

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• 1 – 28 Feb (every Mon), 4pm – 9pm, BBC BEATS – BOWLS & MUSIC, Berea Bowling Club, R50pp, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net.

• 1 – 24 Feb, BIG TOP ROCK, new Barnyard Theatre at Suncoast, Suncoast Casino, Durban, 031 940 0500, www.barnyardtheatre.co.za.

• 1 – 28 Feb (every Sat), 4pm, ENTERTAINMENT BY MURPHY, Stamford Hill Bowling Club, 5 Arbuckle Rd, Durban, Estelle, 084 060 9078, Murphy, 073 584 0258.

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• 8 – 10 Feb, various times, LISTEN – A NICK WIUM PRODUCTION, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Rd, off Bartle Rd, Umbilo, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www. events.durbantheatre.com.

• 15 – 17 Feb, various times, THE FOXY 4, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Rd, off Bartle Rd, Umbilo, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www.events.durbantheatre. com.

• 22 – 24 Feb, various times, SHENANIGANS – ONE MAN, ALL WOMAN, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Rd, off Bartle Rd, Umbilo, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@ stansell.za.net, www.events.durbantheatre.com.

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• 1 – 28 Feb (Sat), 5pm – 10pm, DRUMSHACK FAMILY DRUMMING EXPERIENCE, African Drumshack entertainment, Castle-on-Main, 24b Old Main Rd, Gillits, R40pp, Jonathan, 083 704 4879, drumshack@3i.co.za, www.drumshack.org.

• 1 – 28 Feb (Tues), 9.30am – 10.30am, FREE YOGA CLASSES FOR PEOPLE OVER 60, La Lucia Library function room, Nivedita Dayanand, 031 – 332 3721.

• 1 – 28 Feb (Wed), PENSIONERS’ DAY, Marilyn’s Tea House at Kloof & Highway SPCA, 19 Village Road, Kloof, 031 – 764 1212, teagarden@kloofspca.co.za, www.kloofspca.co.za.

• 10 Feb (2nd Sun monthly), from 10am, MINI STEAM TRAIN RIDE, Virginia Circle, 082 577 2067.

• 10 & 24 Feb, 8.30am & 12.30pm, UMGENI STEAM RAILWAY – INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, from Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), ONCEOFF VALENTINE’S SPECIAL for 10 Feb: R150PP FOR ALL AGES, normal prices for 24 Feb: adults: R260, pensioners & children: R190, Bruce, 082 353 6003, bookings@umgenisteamrailway.com, www. umgenisteamrailway.com.

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• 1 – 28 Feb, Wed & Fri 6pm – 10pm, Sun 10am, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, Warren, 031 – 312 3058, www.stableslifestylemarket. co.za, thestablesmarket@gmail.com.

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• 2, 9, 16, 23 Feb (Sat), 6.30am – 11.30am, SHONGWENI FARMERS’ & CRAFT MARKET, Lot 457, MR551, Shongweni, Christine, 083 777 1553, info@ shongwenimarket.co.za, www.shongwenimarket. co.za.

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• 3, 10, 17, 24 Feb (Sun), 9am – 4pm, SUNDAY FLEA MARKET, Amphitheatre, North Beach Pavilion site,

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• 6, 13, 20 27 Feb (Wed), 9am – 12pm, UMHLANGA FARMERS’ MARKET, 206 Autumn Drive, Prestondale, Alexa, 074 445 6186.

• 9 Feb (2nd Sat monthly), 9am – 2pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za.

• 22 Feb (last Fri monthly), 5pm – 10pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD NIGHT MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za.

• 22 Feb (last Fri monthly), 5.30pm – 10pm, RIVERTOWN NIGHT MARKET, Rivertown Precinct, 130 Stalwart Simelane Street, opposite the ICC, Darryl: darryl.hofmann@icloud.com.

• 24 Feb (1st Sun monthly), 9am – 1pm, HILLCREST COUNTRY MARKET, Hillcrest Primary School hall, Lynette, 079 616 9218, hillcrestcountrymarket@ gmail.com, www.hillcrestcountrymarket.co.za.

• 24 Feb (last Sun monthly), 9am – 2pm, WONDER MARKET, Chris Saunders Park, Umhlanga, 074 468 2463, wondermarketdurban@gmail.com, @ WonderMarketDBN. MEETINGS • 6 Feb (1st Wed monthly), 6pm – 7pm, Westville Baptist Church, WESTVILLE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, 083 440 1771, Deon, 082 498 3975.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb (Thurs), 6.30pm – 8.30pm, ANXIETY & DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP, Grace Riverside Campus, 63 Anthony Road, Riverside, 031 – 003 1830, counselling@grace.za.org.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb (Thurs), 8.30am – 11am, MUMS’ SUPPORT GROUP, for mums who feel overwhelmed or depressed, La Lucia Library, Alex, 083 788 0689, alwallis14@gmail.com.

NATURE/OUTDOORS • 16 Feb (3rd Sat monthly), 8am – 1pm, BEACHWOOD MANGROVES NATURE RESERVE OPEN DAY, Umgeni River mouth, Pam: 072 720 1959.

• 24 Feb (last Sun monthly), 11am, Yellowwood Park, CROW OPEN DAY TOUR, CROW (Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife) R25pp, 031 – 462 1127.

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Bargain Books Book Reviews

For children • Oscar the Hungry Unicorn by Lou Carter & Nikki Dyson. A hilariously funny tale of friendship, belonging and LOTS OF EATING from the bestselling author of There Is No Dragon in This Story. Perfect for fans of Oi Frog. WITH SUPER SPARKLY GLITTER COVER! Oscar the Unicorn has eaten his stable, so he needs to find somewhere else to live. Not easy if you’re a unicorn who eats everything in sight... No one wants him around: not the pirates or the fairies or the dragons. Will Oscar ever find a place to call home? Well, it just so happens that Princess Oola has been searching for a unicorn FOR EVER...

• The Fork, The Witch and The Worm: Tales from Alagaesia Volume 1 by Christopher Paolini. The author of the famed Eragon series returns with three inimitably imaginative new stories set in the world of the Inheritance Cycle. Curses, spells, magic, mystics and of course, dragons, abound in this return to Paolini’s fabled fantasy world. It’s been a year since Eragon departed Alagaësia in search of the perfect home to train a new generation of Dragon Riders. Now he is struggling with an endless sea of tasks. Then a vision from the Eldunarí, unexpected visitors and an exciting Urgal legend offer a much-needed distraction and a new perspective. for adults • THE 5AM CLUB by Robin Sharma. Many of us have an uneasy relationship with the morning – sometimes it’s downright dysfunctional. But it might just be the period that holds the most sway over our days. Here, worldwide leadership expert and performance guru Robin Sharma introduces a lifemaximising concept that has already revolutionised the lives of many of his clients: The 5AM Club. Through an enchanting and often amusing story about two struggling strangers who meet an eccentric tycoon who becomes their secret mentor, here are just a few of the things that The 5am Club will walk you through: How great geniuses, business titans and the world’s wisest people start their mornings to produce astonishing achievements. A little-known formula you can use instantly to wake up early feeling inspired, focused and flooded with a fiery drive to get the most out of each day. A step-by-step method to protect the quietest hours of daybreak so you have time for exercise, self-renewal and personal growth.

• Life Lists for Women by Christian Art Publishers. Are you working to exhaustion, giving too much of yourself to everyone and everything? Is there little time to reflect upon what you want and what you need to stay well? These 101 inspirational thoughts for Women of Faith will inspire, motivate, and sustain you in times of both challenge and joy. Take time to soak in the refreshing scripture verses, lift your spirits and brighten your day. This gorgeous title is like heaven in your handbag and will help you feel inspired and rejuvenated.

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