by Marelie Steenekamp | Mar 26, 2021 | How to Care for Baby’s Skin in the Winter
The dry and cold air in winter holds less moisture. This is why many people notice their skin feels drier at this time of the year. Your baby’s skin care needs may change, too. The cold air and the harsh winter wind can dry out even the softest of baby cheeks. Babies...
by Marelie Steenekamp | Mar 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
Colder weather and the common cold Colds are associated with winter as it’s the time of year when cold viruses are spreading, and people are feeling under the weather. Cold viruses are spread from person to person. Since most cold viruses are spread through close...
by Marelie Steenekamp | Feb 6, 2020 | Colds, Flu & Fever, Uncategorized
Coronavirus: What parents should know and do As a parent, you can’t help but worry about the safety of your children. So it’s natural that as stories about the novel coronavirus that started in China flood the news, parents worry about whether their children could be...
by Marelie Steenekamp | Jan 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
What Are Allergies? Allergies are abnormal immune system reactions to things that are typically harmless to most people. When a person is allergic to something, the immune system mistakenly believes that this substance is harming the body. Substances that cause...
by Marelie Steenekamp | Dec 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
What are the Main Types of Ear Infections? There are two main types of ear infections. The first is called outer ear infection, also known as otitis externa or swimmer’s ear. It affects the ear canal, which goes from the ear opening to the eardrum. An...
by Marelie Steenekamp | Nov 13, 2019 | All about tonsils, All about tonsils
What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils. Tonsils are the lumps of tissue on both sides of the back of your child’s throat. Tonsils are part of the immune system. They help fight infection. Recurrent tonsillitis is when your child has...
by Marelie Steenekamp | Oct 18, 2019 | Gastroenteritis
Children are at more risk of catching gastro as they come into frequent close contact with people and surfaces. It’s a situation most parents and caregivers are familiar with. Your little one starts to feel a bit ‘off’, and next thing you know they’re running for the...
by Marelie Steenekamp | Sep 9, 2019 | Sunscreen tips, Uncategorized
We know there are many benefits of playing outside, breathing fresh air and getting exposured to natural sunlight which is also recognized as a major source of vitamin D, which helps the body absorb calcium. However, while we enjoy the outdoors, we need to make sun...
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