Innholdsfortegnelse for January - February 2020 i Your Baby & Toddler

Ntombentsha Nonnies “There was this guy walking behind us as we left the crèche, and my daughter asked, ‘What’s that smell?’ Pretending not to have heard her, I said nothing. She looked back and said, ‘ngulotata onukayo’ (it’s this man that stinks). Ooh heavens, it’s good the guy heard nothing, but his armpits were talking to us that day – sjoe!” Zamo D Makukule “I’d been doing laundry for a few hours. Then I sat down to breastfeed my son who was a few months old. My son kept sneezing while suckling. His sister, who was 5 at the time, asked me if I had bathed yet. I said no. She said maybe my son is sneezing because of the smell of my armpits.” @goldfishandnuggets “My son’s kindergarten teacher played…

NEW AT CLICKS BABYCLUB As a new parent and a Clicks ClubCard member, you’re obvs already part of the retailer’s BabyClub, right? It’s free, and offers a whole bunch of extra rewards. So if you’re not in yet, join today sommer. Once you’ve got the card, look out for these brand-new additions to the Clicks baby range: • 16 new brands across 18 categories online (clicks.co.za) – there’s beds and cots, gadgets for the nursery, essentials for baby-proofing your home and even car seats and travel systems. • Clicks Expert Junior Skincare range of products that have been formulated especially for sensitive and problem-prone skin. Free from all the nasties. Just a couple more reasons to swing by Clicks – your nearest one or online. Wrap like a boss In…

Q: My little boy was just a week old when his tummy turned rock hard and he started crying inconsolably. I went to the doctor the next day, and he diagnosed colic. I didn’t really agree with the diagnosis and spent the afternoon reading up about reflux, which to me felt closer to the truth. That evening though, he was so much worse that we went straight back to the doctor. He gave him one look and had him admitted to hospital. Turns out he had septicaemia. This diagnosis was confirmed with a blood test. He got antibiotics immediately, and after a few days in hospital he was much better. What keeps me awake at night now is the thought of what could have happened if I hadn’t gone back…

Q: My 18-month-old daughter started sleeping through at around 11 months and used to be a very good sleeper. But for the past two weeks she has been waking up at least two to three times a night, screaming inconsolably, refusing to take the dummy and get back into her cot. Could this be the start of nightmares or night terrors, or is it just a normal phase for her age? A: It sounds like your little one may be suffering from night terrors. These terrors should not be confused with bad dreams (or nightmares) and actually occur when a child is in deep sleep. They are different to nightmares in that the child wakes up (usually screaming), looking terrified and anxious and is utterly inconsolable. There is not much…

NEW ALL-IN-ONE SPELLING MADE FUN IN GRADE 1 R100 If your child is starting Grade 1 this year, this workbook is for you. It comprises more than 30 card, board and movement games. Written by an early-childhood-development expert and former foundation-phase teacher, the book prepares little ones for big school and empowers them by teaching them spelling using innovative games filled with movement and action – making the task at hand more exciting rather than leaving them feeling defeated. It pays attention to the acquisition of the different sounds and the reading and writing of spelling words that contain these sounds. It also contains step-by-step instructions for the teacher or parent to play games with regards to discrimination, analysis, synthesis and sorting. THE FUNNY LIFE OF TEACHERS R165 Whether you…

Q: My toddler has been fully potty trained for six months now, but he recently started wetting the bed again. He doesn’t seem to have any nightmares, and I’m reluctant to put him back in night-time nappies. What could be causing this? How can I help him stop? A: CLAIRE ANSWERS: Bedwetting is not unusual in children under the age of five, but it is unusual for a child to start bedwetting after having been dry for a period of time. When a child has been dry for a period of six months, reverting to bedwetting (known as secondary nocturnal enuresis) can be attributed to a number of factors, both physiological and psychological. Being a heavy sleeper, having a family history of bedwetting, a bladder infection or another medical condition…

M HERBY CHICKEN STRIPS 3 to 5 fresh lemons 5 tbsp honey 4 skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 1 tbsp olive oil A handful of fresh rosemary or thyme, roughly chopped › Juice the lemons well and mix this with the honey to make a marinade. Baste the chicken strips with most of this mixture (save a little) and sprinkle with the fresh herbs. › Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan. Fry the chicken once the oil is hot. Seal the strips on one side before turning them over to seal the other side. › Once the strips have been sealed, add the leftover honey and lemon mixture, a little bit at a time until golden brown. Remove from the pan. › Serve on its own as…

✱ PRETTY BUBBLES 1 cup water 2 tablespoons of glycerine 4 tablespoons of dishwashing liquid Mix it all together very slowly and gently so that it doesn’t foam. ✱ GIANT BUBBLES 6 cups water ½ cup corn starch ½ cup dishwashing liquid 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon glycerine Pour the water into a shallow bowl. Let the corn starch dissolve in it. Gently stir the other ingredients into the mix. Guard against making it foam. Let the mix rest for an hour, and then very gently stir it again. Don’t worry if a bit of corn starch stays stuck on the bottom of the bowl. This mix is great for blowing really huge bubbles. DID YOU KNOW? Blowing bubbles is very good for speech development…

HOW DOES YOUR back feel after a long day of running after and picking up a little one? Probably not great. That’s because doing all that fetching and carrying has a big effect on your posture. Poor posture may eventually result in numerous degenerative issues, causing pain and discomfort in the particular joints involved. Exercise is a really proactive way to help improve your posture, but it is also essential to be aware of your posture throughout your day-today activities. Don’t lose heart if you can’t remember to hold your posture correctly all the time. Even if you manage to remember once a day it still means you’re working on it. Every bit helps. Something else that helps build good posture into your day is using triggers to remind you…

ACCORDING TO A recent study, only 8 percent of people actually see their New Year’s resolutions through. That number shouldn’t surprise anyone: real long-lasting change is messy, time-consuming and full of false starts. In January 2018, I made two resolutions of my own: to quit smoking and be a perfect father. At the time, I’d been a smoker for four years and a father for all of two months. As I saw it, if any of the resolutions were going to go left, it would be my attempt at kicking the habit. I was the kind of smoker that searched for my box of cigarettes after switching my alarm clock off in the morning, and I couldn’t go to bed without having a cigarette or three to level me out.…

PEOPLE DON’T BELONG TO OTHER PEOPLE Nobody owns another person. I know it sounds cheesy when people say “you are my life,” but, the truth is: nobody can become “your life”. Someone can become a part of your life or an important part of your life but not your whole life, which means you can live without them. Your life is your own, and you’re the first and most important reason for living and nobody else. Your life must have enough life in it that pleases you and makes you happy, proud, content, even when it’s just you... Find peace within, fall in love with yourself, and pursue your dreams. But, do give a part of yourself to other people, be it friends or family – but not the whole…

WIN A BABY CITY VOUCHER VALUED AT R380 Send us a clear, good quality photo to littleangels@yourbaby.co.za Each photo published receives a R380 Baby City Voucher Send a clear, good quality photo to us at littleangels@yourbaby.co.za…

Which child does not go through a Nickelodeon phase? Patrolling with Ryder, Chase and the pups? Solving problems with AJ and Blaze? Being dazzled by Shimmer and Shine? They have all the paraphernalia – and now, thanks to Wimpy, they get to celebrate with their special days with favourite characters too. That’s right, you can now host a Nickelodeon party at Wimpy. Simply log onto the website wimpy.co.za and click through to Kids and then Party enquiry. Select your closest Wimpy branch and choose the date, time and your Nickelodeon party theme (Paw Patrol, Shimmer and Shine or Blaze and the Monster Machines). The branch will confirm your booking – and all that’s left is to show up. Meal choices can be made on the day, and included in the price…

Today’s godparents tend to be emotional pillars of support rather than stand-in parents. Should both parents die, the person who will assume responsibility for the children is known as a “legal guardian”. You can appoint legal guardians in your will. Simply visit your bank and see a counsellor who will help you draw up a joint will naming your children’s legal guardians. You’ll need the ID number of your chosen guardian. And the bank holds onto a copy of the will, so it’ll never get lost.…

A RECENT EDITION of the South African National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey has shown that nearly 23 percent of South African children aged between two to five years are either overweight or obese. The local prevalence of overweight children is more than twice the global average of just over 6 percent. The toddler years are an ideal time for families to make healthier lifestyle choices to prevent obesity in childhood as well as into adulthood. Overweight children are five times more likely to become obese adults, putting them at risk of heart disease and strokes. Medical causes of obesity are very rare, and most children become overweight because they eat more than they need to. Some babies who are overweight slim down once they become active toddlers, while others…

WILLIAM BLAKE is thought to have said, “Think in the morning. Act in the noon. Eat in the evening. Sleep in the night.” If this mantra makes you want to weep in despair and longing for just one day that works that way, we’ve got your back. Sleep influences everything – from our appetite to our ability to process information... so let’s break it down for you. Research has shown that we’re sleeping fewer and fewer hours on average compared to before – and that’s all of us, parents and kids alike. Our children probably sleep less than we or our parents did as children. Almost a third of our lives are spent sleeping. Sleep increases concentration, attention, decision making, creativity, social skills, emotional wellbeing and physical health, while simultaneously…

COOKING FOR SMALL children can make meal prep a downer. Chicken nuggets again? However, setting aside time to introduce your little one to the mysteries of the kitchen could be the end of your cooking woes – and a tasty tool that could also boost their development, your relationship and more. TICKLE THOSE TASTE BUDS Preschoolers are not known for their adventurous palates. And cajoling them into trying those hearty homemade fishcakes or corn fritters you so lovingly made can lead to a battle of wills over the high chair. Tamsyn Woudberg, a chef at Little Cooks Club (littlecooksclub.co.za), says that getting your kids involved in meal prep can help take the fight out of introducing them to new tastes. “Children are more likely to eat what you offer them…

4 skinless chicken breasts1 whole chicken300g salmon300g hake6 eggs250g butter2 x 250ml cream1ℓ milk250g cheddar cheese250g ricotta cheeseParmesan cheese1 tin of sweetcornChicken or vegetable stock500g cake flourBaking powder1 packet risotto/Arborio riceSmall pasta shapes2 onions (small)4 potatoes2 carrotsFresh spinach (400g without stalks)400g pumpkin400g butternutBunch of celeryParsleyFresh sageFresh rosemary or thyme3 to 5 fresh lemonsHoneySunflower oilOlive oilVinegarCloves (optional)Bay leaves (optional)Ground cinnamonPine nuts…

I have been, for ages, contemplating sending this letter to you as a proud mother-of-two and a grandmother to two beautiful grandkids – grandson Carlyle (5) and 4-month-old granddaughter Athena. This after I was told I would never be able to be a mother due to some gynaecological problems I had experienced. The birth of my son, Ashwin, in 1990 was a miracle. He is the father of my grandkids. When I found out I was pregnant again in 1996 at the age of 35, and that it was a girl, I was over the moon. My daughter was truly an answered prayer and a pleasant surprise. I was so moved by this miracle that I put pen to paper and shared the story with Your Baby, and her birth…

WIN A JORDAN HAMPER FOR THE FAMILY VALUED AT R850 Global oral-care brand Jordan has launched box-free toothpaste. The brand is all about “sustainability without compromise” and develops products kind to people, animals and the environment. The Jordan range also includes the Green Clean Toothbrush made from recycled plastic, which won the European Sustainability Award. Contact info: @acdoco.co.za, and follow Jordan on Facebook @JordanSA. #MadeForEverySmile and #DropTheBoxSA. Send a clear, good quality photo to us at littleangels@yourbaby.co.za…

✓ Organise birthday parties – or even a part of it like baking the cake or planning the games. ✓ Scrapbook or blog about the child’s life. ✓ Run the Easter-egg hunt with their godchild. ✓ Arrange a regular photoshoot and create an album titled “A day in the life of…”. ✓ Babysit while you and your partner are out on date night, for instance. ✓ Teach the child new skills. Older godparents might share their love of nearly forgotten skills such as knitting or crocheting. ✓ Take the child on a monthly outing, like to the zoo or theatre. ✓ Come to and participate in all major family gatherings. ✓ Create their own godparent rituals. For example, they could treat the child to ice cream at the beach after…

He’s an anonymous sperm donor › “Mom and Mommy don’t have sperm, so we got sperm from somewhere else.” He’s incapable › It is hard to explain something like a drug addiction or a debilitating mental illness to a young child, but you might say something like, “Daddy is not well, and he’s not able to be around for us in the ways we want him to,” or “He has problems that he needs to work on himself, not with us.” He’s abusive › “Unfortunately, Dad has a very bad temper, and the reason he can’t be around us is to keep us safe.” He’s moved away › “Dad went to live and work in England with Jane and the new baby.” › “Sometimes moms and dads don’t get along…

• Base your meals on complex carbohydrates, such as brown rice, wholewheat pasta, sweet and white potatoes. • Eat five portions of fruit and vegetables a day. • Eat lean proteins such as meat, fish, eggs, beans, pulses and lentils. • Cut down on saturated fat (found in processed meats, pies, cakes and biscuits). • Cut down on sugary foods such as biscuits, cakes, sweets and chocolates. • Cut out sugary drinks such as sweetened fruit juices and fizzy drinks, and if you give your child unsweetened fruit juice, dilute it with water. • The best drinks to give children are water and low-fat milk. Children who are introduced to sweet drinks at an early age tend to be less likely to regularly consume water later on in life. •…

THE FIRST FEW WEEKS WHAT CAN BABY DO? Your baby doesn’t move voluntarily yet. All movement is influenced by a handful of primitive reflexes such as: › The grasp reflex: Her hands are closed most of the time. › The startle (also called Moro) reflex is stimulated when Baby’s head falls back – she then balls her hands into fists, and her arms shoot out and swiftly back in again. › The root reflex is stimulated when you touch her cheek, next to her mouth. This reflex gets her to turn her head in the direction of the spot you touched. It’s an important one for feeding. › The tonic neck reflex (or fencing position) sees your baby stretching out her arm and leg on the same side as the…

Antibiotics often trigger diarrhoea, which causes two kinds of nappy rash: contact dermatitis from the stool and secondary thrush from the gut. The result is not pretty, and you’re usually left with a very unhappy baby. “Antibiotics kill 80 percent of the healthy bugs in your baby’s gut, which leaves the fungus with no competition, so it grows freely, resulting in thrush. “A child with recurrent thrush who is on antibiotics should be on an anti-fungal too,” maintains Dr Paul Sinclair, a Cape Town paediatrician. While there isn’t hard evidence that probiotics reduce thrush and nappy rashes, lots of parents use them as they’ve been shown to reduce the severity of antibiotic-induced diarrhoea. “Some parents even use a topical roll-on probiotic cream in the nappy area,” he says.…

You need › 2 different colours of felt for the tongue and ears › 1 old sock › plastic or paper eyes › Fabric glue and felt pen › 2 buttons › 1 pipe cleaner › 2 tassles › Scissors, needle and thread Method • Cut two ears and a tongue out of the felt. • Slip the sock over your hand to figure out how you would like to create your puppet in order to have a bit of a personality. Once you know where you want them, stick the tongue and eyes in place with glue. • Decide where the nostrils, horns and ears should be, and mark the spot with a felt pen. • Remove your hand from the sock, and sew on the buttons as a…

Q: We recently started potty training my 18-month-old daughter. However, even though she tells us when she wants to make a poo, it is proving difficult to make her sit on the toilet. She is really terrified, and it is the same with the potty. What could be the problem? A: It’s quite normal for children to start using the potty and then have a bad experience that makes them fear using it again. This is called regression. However, it sounds like your toddler has had a fear of using the potty from the start. This is fairly common as it is a new experience, and toddlers often fear something new, especially when it involves a developmental stage. First, assess if your child is ready to be potty trained. All…

ON 16 JUNE 2018, 10-year-old Ivan Bedja and his family were visiting neighbours in Uitsig in Cape Town for a braai, but the fire was struggling to catch. “Apparently, our neighbour’s son fetched a bottle of turpentine and poured it onto the fire,” mom Emmerentia Bedja remembers. “There was an explosion. Everybody ran. I was in the bathroom at the time. I hurried out, and I just saw my burning son, engulfed in flames, running toward me.” Emmerentia immediately put Ivan in the shower, stripping his clothes off his body. They then raced to the Elsies River Day Hospital, where staff confirmed Ivan was very badly burnt. He was transferred by ambulance straightaway to the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, where head of the burns unit, Dr Gary Dos…