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Spring is here, a season which the natural reinvigorates after the colder winter months. However, it is the best time in the Mother city. As Cape town comes alive as soon as the vibrant spring season arrives. It is without a doubt that spring in Cape Town is filled with loads of fun, tons of […]
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Many were left triggered on Twitter and Facebook when the Daily Thetha opened a discussion about how having a step parent benefits or affects a child. As two families are blended, differences in parenting, discipline and lifestyle can create challenges and become a source of frustration for the children and step parents. Having to adjust […]
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Babies are naturally curious, so it’s common for them to pop objects into their mouths. “Mouthing” is a normal part of their development and can be beneficial to their health. Unfortunately, babies are at higher risk than adults of choking since their airway is smaller. When one is found in such a situation it is […]
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The World Health Organisation (Who) along with International Labour Organisation (ILO) have called for the action of mental health concerns in workplaces. According to ILO News an estimation of 12 billion workdays are lost annually due to depression and anxiety costing the global economy nearly US$ one trillion. Two new publications which aim to address […]
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It has been a long and hectic third term for all the school learners. From all the learning, exploring and playing with friends at school, they sure deserve this break. They have endured so much, from waking up early in the morning, endless homework to even attending Saturday classes and extra mural activities. Now that […]
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Government urges South African travellers to get travelling insurance as two South African teachers die in China. Two of these families crow-funds for their loved ones remains to be repatriated from China. The government has advised that citizens take out travel insurance if they are frequent travellers. Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) spokesperson, […]
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No one could ever dispute that social media has been by far one of the greatest things to ever have existed in the 21st century. You don’t have to look very far these days to find a preteen or teen glued to their phone texting and scrolling through social media. Just like many things social […]
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Most teens use some form of social media and have social network profiles. Many visit these sites daily. There are plenty of good things about social media, but plenty of risk that teens could avoid. They do not always make good choices when they are posting something on site, this could lead to many problems. It […]
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According to The World Health Organisation, depression is the world’s leading cause of ill health. An estimated 300 million people of all ages live with the illness around the globe. Additionally, the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) has concluded that 4.5 million people are living with depression in South Africa alone. Despite these […]
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There’s nothing better than starting your day with a freshly brewed cup of coffee. Scratch that – is there any other way to start your day? While we understand the “benefits” of getting a much-needed jolt of caffeine, some would say it’s not all that healthy. If you’re not ready to shake off your caffeine dependency anytime […]
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Raising children is the most challenging and rewarding job a parent can undertake. For most parents, raising kind,happy and healthy children is the goal. But, this is not always easy when you have to parent in a rapidly changing society. As attitudes about different identities and sexualities change and the topic becomes more mainstream, parents […]
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Having a fussy eater is more common than you think and there’s nothing like a food battle with your offspring to raise your stress and anxiety levels. Paediatric Dietician Kath Megaw says that fussy eating in children isn’t just common, it’s completely normal. ‘While we don’t know exactly why kids become fussy, neophobia (the fear […]
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