23 May 2019

Breastfeeding answers from an expert

Breastfeeding is not just about food. It’s part of a nurturing care package that helps children to grow and thrive throughout their entire lives. Based on the scientific evidence linked to the lifelong benefits of breastfeeding, UNICEF and WHO recommend that babies are exclusively breastfeed for six months, starti...
23 May 2019

Parenting tips for every age

With every hug and every kiss, with every nutritious meal and game you play, you’re helping to build your baby’s brain. Did you know that up to 75 per cent of each meal goes to build your baby's brain? Or that over 80 per cent of your baby’s brain is formed by the age of 3? * * Sources: Steen, The Evolving Brain:...
23 May 2019

3 ways parents can improve their babies' brain development

Did you know that the most important interaction you can have with your child is through play? Building your baby’s brain sounds daunting, but don’t be intimidated. Parenting is much more of an art than a science. The experiences young children have and their relationships with key caretakers literally shape the ...
23 May 2019

7 things you need to know about your baby’s brain

“Did you know that your baby is developing memory from as young as two or three weeks of age? A baby as young as two or three weeks will remember your smell. What is ‘normal’ when it comes to babies and sleeping? As babies’ brains develop, there are reasons for them not to sleep because there are things to be cu...
25 June 2018

Mini Parenting Master Class

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07 March 2012

All your questions on breastfeeding answered

Q: Many mothers have difficulties to breastfeed their babies in the first few days and are concerned that they can't produce enough milk. How can we help them?, A: , A mother's very first milk - colostrum - is extremely beneficial for new-born babies. Early contact, early suckling and early initiation of the flow ...