Articles by Chris — Page 7

Preparing for a baby

Preparing for a baby

Whether you’re expecting your first or fifth child, a new baby can be an emotional roller coaster. Your regular lifestyle will become disrupted, and some tasks may be difficult to complete, especially during the newborn period. Preparing for a baby is exciting,...
Breast feeding practices

Breast feeding practices

The decision to breastfeed your child is one that only you as a mother can make. Several WHO and UNICEF guidelines recommend exclusively breastfeeding a child for the first six months of their life, beginning within the first hour of birth. Benefits of breastfeeding...
Safety at home

Safety at home

Home is where children unwind, play and spend quality time with family. Accidents may happen, and minor scratches and bruises are inevitable, especially as children grow and discover new things. Safety at home is vital to ensure that serious accidents are avoided....
Behaviour issues

Behaviour issues

Raising children is challenging, and dealing with troublesome children may be even more so. However, determining if your child is going through a phase or whether something is seriously wrong isn’t always straightforward. It is pretty normal for young toddlers...