Mum's Mail Durban December 2017 / January 2018

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Issue 152 • Durban • December 2017/January 2018

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Everyday Life

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Delicious Life

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Meet the Mum’s Mail team, travel tips, holiday budgeting, crafty gift ideas, win tickets on the Umgeni Steam Railway and The Holiday Express, and Christmas centrepiece ideas.

A delicious Christmas pudding recipe and a restaurant review.

Home Life

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Business Life

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Enter to win a vacuum cleaner, Christmas crafts, a gardening idea, plus holiday activities to do at home.

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Financial detox – tips to healthier finances.

Healthy Life

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Health advice and tips, healthy New Year resolutions, NLP coaching and training, Life Entabeni Hospital, breastfeeding news and advice on phobias.

Who Needs The Mall

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Find inspiring gift ideas on our new online marketplace. Local is Lekker!

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Beautiful Life

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Beauty advice, solutions for dark under-eye circles, radiant holiday skin, enter to win a facial and skin cancer awareness.

Kids’ Life

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Enter two amazing kids’ competitions.

Educated Life

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Our popular Education feature is back and includes advice on education and development, school lunch ideas, choosing a school, financial advice, importance of play and more.

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Party Life

Party tips and ideas, festive recipes and crafts.

Laidback Life

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Classifieds

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Diary Dates

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See what our readers have to say.

Find out about events, festivals, workshops, meetings and markets happening in your area.

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The Mum’s Mail Team

Editor: Victoria Arthur • editor@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 5) Operations Director: Andrew Arthur • andrew@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 Sub-Editor: Sarah Mackintosh • sarah@mumsmail.com • 072 384 9553 Accounts: Daniella Fensome • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 3) • Enquiries: Natalie Wilcox • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 1) Advertising Sales Manager: Bev Delew • bev@mumsmail.com • 071 276 0926 Advertising Sales: Anisha Singh • anisha@mumsmail.com • 083 710 9485 Designer: Wendy Offer Models: The Mum’s Mail Team • Photographer: Penny Katz Photography • 072 760 9639 DISCLAIMER: Neither the Publisher, Printer or Editor can be held responsible for damages or consequences of any omissions or errors, as every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in Mum’s Mail.

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Cover Stars

Meet the Cover Stars

As is tradition, in December we feature the fabulous Mum’s Mail team on our cover!

It has been a busy year at Mum’s Mail HQ with a few changes – most notably the launch of our Johannesburg – East Rand magazine in June, and the launch of our new website in November. Mum’s Mail has been through many other positive changes this year which include the expansion of our online presence and the introduction of the new glossy paper for PMB and JHB mags.

Victoria and Andrew Arthur are our dynamic leaders! Victoria is our editor who promotes the business tirelessly, using her charm, fabulous singing voice, and gregarious personality wherever she goes.

Andrew is a little shy and prefers to be behind the scenes running the business side of things, being our ‘voice of reason’ at the office. They have two awesome kids, and of course Nunu, their rescue dog.

Daniella, runs the accounts department – and so much more… She doubles up in many other roles and is a “Jack of all trades” in the office! Dan loves baking and cooking and was once upon a time a chef!

face! He is an integral part of our team!

Wendy, or Wends as we like to call her, is our creative graphic designer and is a mother to two gorgeous boys who keep her on her toes. She is also kept very busy here at Mum’s Mail and comes up with some fab creations for our clients!

Natalie, our sweet-natured receptionist, keeps the place running smoothly – from chasing up advert approvals for us, to wrapping gifts and posting magazines – and all things admin! She loves birds and has four feathered kids; Sam, Lucky, Cas and Blue.

Sarah is the sub-editor and spends her time tapping away on the keyboard writing stories - when she’s not chasing after her four-year-old son. She loves reading, socialising and spending time with her family. Her happy place is the beach.

The newest member of the team is Anisha our new sales rep. Unfortunately she joined the team too late to make the cover pic. She is very sweet natured and has fitted in well with the rest of the team. Anisha has one Melinda is our Johannesburg Regional daughter.

Manager and looks after all our East Rand advertisers. She is married to Victoria’s Special thanks to Penny Katz Photography cousin Jonathan, and they are based in for our stunning cover pic - it was such a fun Jo’burg. Melinda is fun-loving and outgoing photo shoot! and is a keen runner. She has three young sons who also keep her running!

Written by Sarah Mackintosh Beverley (aka Bev) is the head “Sales Guru”.

She is the longest standing staff member at Mum’s Mail and is always ready with a chirp plus she has a great sense of humour!

She has one son who keeps her very busy.

She loves reading, interior design and being creative!

Vincent is our dependable driver, and he is responsible for most of our Durban and PMB deliveries on a monthly basis, plus our calendar deliveries in January. He is young and trendy and always has a smile on his www.mumsmail.com

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The Mum’s Mail Team would like to wish all our readers and advertisers a wonderful Christmas, a Happy New Year and a very enjoyable summer break!

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Everyday Life

Travelling Long Haul with Kids

So we’re planning an overseas trip in December, and I asked some of my welltravelled friends for some advice on travelling long haul with a young child. I found these tips really useful, so decided to share them.

waterproof changing pad/cloth that you can put under him when he’s asleep.

Pack wet wipes for spills and accidents!

Happy travelling!

Try to keep your normal routine. Do your normal bed time routine, just like at home.

Let him watch a movie right after dinner as a treat after teeth, then sleep time. If you do Take a bag of his favourite books… we also a red eye let him sleep as much as he wants, got a ton of books that we put on the tablet, then wake to a new day. not audio, but actual books.

Take some toys - let him pick his five Get some good head phones that he is used favourites (smaller lighter ones!) And don’t to way before the trip - they always have a bring them all out at once. bunch of good kids’ movies and that helps!

I made up some treat gifts for him to Snacks, snacks, snacks and oh did I mention unwrap when he was extra good or during snacks?! You cannot have enough! Healthy long waits in queues, etc., with little trinkets snacks are imperative as are treat snacks! like bubbles or colouring in books, etc.

You will be bribing lots but they’re worth ‘Lucky packet’ stuff you don’t mind losing or their weight in gold! getting trashed!

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Everyday Life

Enjoy your December Holiday on a Budget Zeeva’s team shares a few practical tips behaviour you want to improve. to ensure that you have an enjoyable, yet frugal December holiday.

It is fun to share: Sharing expenses is fun and money savvy. When you know you have to A savings jar: You will be surprised what make plans to prepare for a few December a few loose coins and notes can do to get events, dinners or braais, let the guests or December’s expenses covered. Put a savings family members join in (by bringing their jar in a ‘high traffic spot’ in the house and own drinks and meat). get your family’s competitive streak going by challenging them to start joining in on ‘Price-less’ activities for the kids (and adults): the activity. Starting a savings culture in December holidays do not have to consist of your own home is not only exciting and fun, an expensive movie, putt-putt or restaurant but also educational. outings. What about making a homemade ‘movie theatre’ in the garden by using the ‘Money behaviour’ is essential: Not projector and those old, unwanted bedding everybody can afford to have lavish holidays sheets? Or playing card games, mini-cricket, or Christmases. But, this does not mean jukskei or lawn bowls – using items and that you cannot enjoy your December equipment you already have available. The break whether it will be mostly spent in kids and adults can enjoy different types of your hometown or a few hours’ drive away. activities in the comfort of your own home.

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Everyday Life

Travel Hacks: Part 2

Pack a ‘travel kit’ to keep in your hand luggage with wipes, gum, a sweet or savory snack, plasters, tissues, moisturiser and mini deodorant or perfume sample, to keep you going during your journey.

Less is more; pack a zip-lock of some washing detergent and half way through your trip or if you are in a location for more than two nights, do some hand washing – smalls, vests and tops. That way you pack less as you can wear items more than once and it’s MUCH more cost effective than room laundry services. Hang them to dry in the bathroom with the light on, there is often an extractor fan and it speeds the drying process.

Travel with a power bank.

Screenshot all the names and contact details of you accommodations or bookings before you leave so that if you don’t have Wi-Fi, you still have the information handy.

If the departures entrance is near the arrivals – get a cab from there, as the queue is always quicker and taxis arrive constantly to drop off travellers.

Be realistic – there is nothing worse than lugging around stuff you don’t need and forgetting the bits you do. Make a list – that way you don’t have to remember. Try to make sure your bag is 2kgs under the required amount so that you have room to Take a few plastic shopping bags to keep add more on your journey. your shoes in should they get dirty or wet.

Have a super holiday!

Pack in outfits, making sure that all your items are interchangeable and can be worn Written by Bryony Stephenson, Oh So Organised, bryony@ohsoorganised.com. in many outfits so that you carry less.

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Everyday Life

Crafty Gift and Gift Wrapping Ideas Button Charms These colourful gems make perfect gifts at festive times. Enjoy them hanging on the Christmas tree or sparkling against a sunny window.

You will need: • Sewing needle with large eye and blunt end • Thick cotton thread (30cm) • Beads

and buttons Instructions: Thread the needle and pass it through the buttons and beads. Pass the needle back through a different hole.

Make the threads equal lengths and knot the ends together.

Hint: Mix up the buttons and beads to create different colourways and dangly shapes.

The Reindeer Pipe cleaners bent into antler shapes turn plain parcels into cute reindeer!

You will need: • Scissors • Brown and pink paper • Glue stick • Two brown pipe cleaners • Sticky tape • Googly eyes • Red pompom Method: Wrap your gift/box in brown paper. Bend pipe cleaners in half. Bend each half backwards and forwards to create the antlers. Twist antler to finish.

Cut out a brown and pink ear shape and glue them together to create ears. Fold the base of the ear and glue together. Tape an ear and antler to each side of your wrapped box.

Finish off with googly eyes.

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with delicious flowery scents as they melt in the bath. They’re the perfect gift for anyone who deserves a relaxing time.

You will need: • Blue food colouring • Lavender scented oil • 100g citric acid • 200g bicarbonate of soda • 2 tsp olive oil • Water sprayer • Sugar stars • Ice-cube tray/mould to make shapes Method: Combine the citric acid, bicarb and olive oil in a mixing bowl and mix. Stir the food colouring into the mixture. Add about 10 drop of scented oil and mix well.

Spray about seven squirts of water and mix well. The mixture is ready when it clumps together (try squeezing it together with your hands). Use a clean, dry ice cube tray or similar mould. Sprinkle sugar star decorations into the mould/ice tray. Spoon in the mixture and press it down firmly into the mould. Leave to set for two hours, then pop them out of the mould Fill a clean, dry, airtight jar with fizzers and decorate with a bow and a card.

Pillow Boxes A small gift is made extra special when it is presented in neat little gift box. It’s easy to make a pillow box from a cardboard tube.

You will need: • Cardboard tube • Scissors • Gift wrap or coloured paper • Glue stick • Ribbons • Googly eyes Method: Choose a cardboard tube big enough to fir your gift. Fold in a side at one end of the tube. Then turn the tube over to fold in the opposite side. Fold the other end of the tube in the same way. Cut a piece of gift wrap to fit around the box.

Glue it onto the box. Open one end of the box and pop in the present. Tie a ribbon around the box to finish, or decorate with googly eyes and paper wings to make a cute owl or bird.

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Source: Crafty Gifts by Jane Bull.

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Father Christmas Choo Choos

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Umgeni Steam Railway is a non-profit organisation run by volunteers. The organisation is dedicated to preserving the heritage of railways in South Africa.

The Inchanga Choo Choo runs on the last Sunday of each month unless otherwise stated on the schedule. Additional runs are planned during special holiday periods like Christmas and Easter.

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YEARS! “The Inchanga Choo Choo Steam Train”

Normal running days include a morning train and an afternoon train. Morning trips are three-hour excursions while afternoon trains are 3½ hour trips. All trains stop at Inchanga, where Inchanga Conservancy organises a craft market with food stalls and a picnic area to sit and relax. While at Inchanga, you can buy beverages in the station building, and can visit the museum in the Station Master’s House next to the station.

They have some exciting trips planned with Father Christmas on board for December and additional trips in January.

Tickets cost R240 per adult and R170 per pensioner/child (2 to 12 years).

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Fri 15, Sat 16 & Sun 17 December @ 08:30 & 12:30 Carols by Candlelight @ 17:00 Fri 22 December @ 12:30pm & Carols by Candlelight @ 17:00 Sat 23 December @ 08:30 & 12:30 & Carols by Candlelight @ 17:00 Sun 24 December @ 08:30 & 12:30

DIESEL TRAIN RUNNING: Tues 26 December @ 08:30 & 12:30 Sat 30 December @ 08:30 & 12:30 Sun 31 December @ 08:30 & 12:30 Mon 1 January @ 10:30 & 14:30 STEAM TRAIN RUNNING: Sun 7 January @ 08:30 & 12:30 Sun 28 January @ 08:30 & 12:30

DEPARTING KLOOF STATION TO INCHANGA STATION CRAFT MARKET (All Return Trips) Craft Market, Museum, Food To Suit Most Tastes, Picnic Area & Music (Weather Permitting) • ADULTS R 240 • PENSIONER & CHILD (2-12 yrs) R 170

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Festive Fun on The Holiday Express The Holiday Express, operating the modern KZN Business Express, has arranged some superb family orientated one-day train trips to Sugar Rush Park and Salt Rock Hotel for the holiday season.

Entrance to the park is free which includes the open park, play areas, pump track and forest trail for kids. All other activities operate separately – there are costs per attraction.

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Everyday Life

Easy Christmas Centrepiece Ideas

A PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT

Cranberry candles For a simple yet stunning centrepiece, place five votive candles in a line down a red rectangular serving dish. Fill the rest of the dish with cranberries, garnish with a few pine twigs and dust with artificial snow.

Holiday tiers Display favourite Christmas cards on a tiered stand along with artificial greens, small presents and ornaments.

Balls of fun Create a colourful centrepiece by filling a silver bowl with an assortment of coloured ornaments. Place the bowl on a cake stand and cover the extra space on the cake stand with holly and evergreens.

Spa r k l i n g accents Curiosities such as milk starbursts grab attention in a centrepiece of pinecones and greens.

Repurpose serving pieces such as candleholders to add charming interest.

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Delicious Life

Wonderbag Steamed Christmas Pudding Cover with a double layer of buttered foil, Ingredients: making a pleat in the centre to allow the 250ml raisins pudding to rise. Tie the foil securely with 250ml sultanas string, then place in a large pot on a cloth.

250ml self-raising flour Fill with water halfway up the side of the 125g butter 250ml fresh brown breadcrumbs (from bowl and bring to the boil. Turn down the heat to a simmer, cover the pot and steam around 4 thick slices of bread) for 50 minutes, then place the sealed pot in 250ml light brown sugar the Wonderbag for 4 hours.

250ml pecan nuts, chopped If you are preparing this and toasted pudding ahead, remove 250ml chopped cherries the foil, let it cool slightly, 15ml grated orange rind then wrap in cling film 5ml ground cinnamon and then fresh foil. If you 5ml ground mixed spice are serving it immediately, 250ml milk unwrap and invert onto a 1 large egg deep plate.

Directions: Serve with cream or custard. Serves eight to Finely grate the butter.

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Delicious Life

Wonderful Waffles at Stacks Eatery If you haven’t been to Stacks Eatery in Umhlanga, then you are missing out. Their gorgeous decadent ‘Stacked Waffles’ are an experience waiting to be tried. I went with my family recently for a Sunday brunch, where I met Paul, the owner. Both hubby and I had the savoury waffles, whereas the children opted for the sweet waffles, of course! Andrew had the Caramelised Onion & Spicy Beef Sausage and I had the Beef Burger Napolitano Chilli Chutney Stacked Waffles. The presentation was beautiful, so out came everyone’s phones to take numerous photographs! They have recently expanded their menu which included adding more vegetarian options, so there really is something for everyone!

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The children were treated to the Sweet Waffle Stacks – the choice of the day for them was the ‘Cookie Cookie Crumble’ Waffles and the ‘Bar One Banana’ Waffles… delicious!

Paul also produces his own ice cream and ice cream cakes, which are perfect for a festive dessert or for a gift for a friend – they look and taste stunning! They come with a choice of toppings including Triple Choc, Choc Ganache & Mixed Nut and Strawberries & Cream. Please give Paul a couple of days’ notice to make them as they are made fresh to order!

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Home Life

Dust Be Gone Dust be gone, the DEFY vacuum cleaner is here to stay!

Regular and thorough vacuum cleaning not only helps allergy sufferers guard against dust-related allergy attacks, but it also helps preserve the life of your carpeting and leaves you with a fresh and clean home.

DEFY, South Africa’s number one home appliance brand has launched the VC 4320 Vacuum cleaner, aka “mom’s little helper” to help you keep your home spotlessly clean all year around.

The 1800w vacuum cleaner has a forceful 300w suction power, to help eliminate the toughest dust bunnies, and with its 8-metre cleaning radius and flexible hose, there is no safe place for dust mites, pollen or pet dander to hide.

The adjustable metal telescopic tube helps you access the nooks and crannies which were once hardest for you to reach, and the various brushes and nozzles ensure you get the job done with professional ease.

The High Efficiency Particulate Air filter, or HEPA filter, effectively captures particles as small as 0.3 microns (a micron is one-onemillionth of a meter) and prevents dust from being exhausted back into the household, a definite must-have for any allergy sufferer.

The DEFY vacuum is a wonderful new additional to your home, with its quick and easy functionalities and eco-mode, it will turn vacuuming into a dust busting battle you are sure to win!

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Home Life

Snowman Ornament Keepsake

Christmas is always a great time for crafts - there are so many wonderful things to enjoy making and creating with your children. It’s always great fun to make and your family and friends will always love receiving them!

You will need: • Salt dough (recipe below) • Straw • Ribbon/string • Acrylic paints • Marker pen • Rolling pin • Paint brushes To make the salt dough: • 1 cup salt • 2 cups plain flour • ¾ cup boiling water Add salt and plain flour to bowl, gradually adding hot water. Mix together until a dough forms, making sure it is not too sticky.

Knead the dough.

Roll out a large enough area to make two handprints. Be mindful of how thick the salt dough is - you want the plaque to be thick enough to make it sturdy but not too thick that you are waiting weeks for it to dry out. You may want to add some holes using a straw so you can thread some string through and hang it up. Place it in the oven at 120 degrees for around three hours.

Begin by adding the snow at the bottom and painting the hand prints white. Then add the blue sky and leave to dry. Add some detail to the snowmen using a fine paintbrush and a marker pen. Give the snowmen hats, scarves, faces and buttons and add some falling snow to complete the effect.

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Home Life

A Bee Friendly Garden

Recent research tells us that natural homes for bees are becoming less in abundance, which means that planting a bee-friendly garden should become a priority when planning one. Interestingly enough, bee-friendly gardens also contribute to increasing bee varieties.

If you are considering planting a vegetable patch, another bonus you can look forward to is a bountiful harvest of vegetables, as much of the heavy work of pollinating vegetable crops is done by honey bees.

If you have a garden already and would like to start creating a bee-friendly haven, then doing so isn’t as complicated as you may think. Here are a few tips which will assist you in your quest to positively impact the environment: Choose plants that attract bees: This is fairly self-explanatory but there are certain plants that are more attractive to bees than

others. These plants include the likes of basil, sage, thyme, lavender, watermelons, cucumbers and pumpkin.

Group the same plants together: If you have the space, try to plant at least one square metre of the same type of plant together.

Pick plants with long blooming cycles: This will keep the bees coming back to your garden.

Let your plants flower: Leave the flowers on your plants, this will allow the honeybees to get the pollen and nectar they need.

Fresh water source: Any shallow water source will do; a bird bath, a waterfall, a pool or even newly watered potted plants are good for bees.

No pesticides or other chemicals: Most chemicals are toxic to bees, so when in doubt, rather leave it out.

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Already starting to quake at the thought of the kids moaning “I’m bored!” five seconds into the first day of the school holidays?

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Hold a cupcake/cookie decorating competition. A cupcake or cookie decorating competition is the perfect way to keep the kids amused for a few hours AND sort afternoon tea.

Enjoy a movie marathon. A rainy day is the perfect time to organise a movie marathon.

Perhaps choose a movie series such as Spy Kids or movies with a theme, such as space, nature or comedy.

Organise a bug hunt in the backyard.

There’s no better way for kids to learn about the world around them than by getting out into it. Bug hunting encourages children to explore their own backyard in an openended way that will lead to adventures and imaginative play.

Let the kids loose in your wardrobe to put on a fashion parade. They’re guaranteed to think it’s hilarious and fun. Place a lamp at each end of the hallway, grab the camera and pop on some fun music - then let the kids get creative.

Turn the dining table into a fort. Help the kids create a table tent with sheets, rugs and tablecloths and it will become their own little sanctuary where they can do whatever they please.

Have a craft day. Every mum knows there’s a world of imaginative fun in the craft box, so get those creative juices flowing and see what you can make out of stuff you can find around the home.

Grow a herb garden. Herbs are fun to grow and your kids will love having their own garden to tend. They’re easy to grow from seed, requiring little patience as some herbs, like cress and rocket, should start to sprout in as little as two days!

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Life Entabeni Hospital’s brand new paediatric and general wards are due to open in December 2017 and promise to deliver world-class care in a modern and tranquil environment designed to aid in patient recovery.

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Over and above the extensive renovations planned, smaller refurbishment projects will be undertaken throughout the coming The paediatric ward boasts a parent lounge year to improve the aesthetic feel of the with kitchen and bathroom, a dedicated hospital as well as to improve the patient infant bath room as well as a stimulating and visitor experience during their stay. play area for the children in their care. They understand that having a child in hospital can be a stressful experience for the whole family, which is why the ward has been designed to cater to the needs of both the patients and their care-givers during admission in the ward.

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World AIDS Day World AIDS Day takes place on 1 December each year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness. Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the first ever global health day.

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Globally, there are an estimated 36.7 million people who have the virus. Despite the virus only being identified in 1984, more than 35 million people have died of HIV or AIDS, making it one of the most destructive pandemics in history.

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South Africa has the highest population of people living with HIV and AIDS and the disease has claimed thousands of lives leaving behind many AIDS orphans.

Creating HIV and AIDS awareness helps educate people on how to avoid the spread of the disease.

Today, scientific advances have been made in HIV treatment, there are laws to protect people living with HIV and we understand so much more about the condition. Despite this, many people do not know the facts about how to protect themselves and others, and stigma and discrimination remain a reality for many people living with the condition.

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World Braille Day

The KwaZulu-Natal Blind and Deaf Society is a leading service provider in the field of Blindness and Deafness in KwaZulu-Natal.

World Braille Day is commemorated annually on 4 January to celebrate the invention of Braille and the importance of Braille to those who are blind. Braille was created by Louis Braille, born in France on 4 January 1809. Braille is the key to literacy, education, employment and inclusion for persons who are blind. World Braille Day provides an opportunity to raise awareness on the issues faced by people who are blind and to advocate for equal access to the same reading and learning opportunities as their sighted counterparts.

The KwaZulu-Natal Blind and Deaf Society was established in 1936, and their purpose is to provide services and opportunities that ultimately improve the quality of life of Blind and Partially-Sighted people. During the 1960s they extended their services to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing people.

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The society currently reaches the poor, unemployed African people living in rural areas who do not have the finances or ability to receive services. The greatest challenge that the society faces, is how to improve these individuals’ quality of life. The sad situation is that these almost forgotten people are not only deprived, but also disabled, which leaves them feeling very inadequate and incapable, and the sad fact is that most of them receive no external assistance.

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The Benefits of Hippotherapy

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Emma Wijnberg is an Occupational Therapist who practices Hippotherapy using Raz (a small, round pony). “The results I see are phenomenal, particularly in children with special needs, as well as those that struggle with difficulties such as ADHD and poor posture,” says Emma.

Hippotherapy refers to how therapists (speech, OT and physio) reach therapeutic goals, using the purposeful manipulation of a horse’s movement to engage sensory, neuromotor, and cognitive systems to achieve functional outcomes. It is not a riding lesson - the aim is to improve function, using the movement of the horse.

“In my experience, Hippotherapy is the most effective treatment modality to help children develop core strength, motor planning, coordination, sensory modulation, self-confidence, concentration, emotional regulation and even speech.

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The horse’s unique movement activates the sensory system and helps the brain write new neural pathways. For each step the horse takes, the child has to adjust their balance eight times. In a half-hour session, the child gets the equivalent of 2 000 to 3 000 steps! The horse’s inimitable movement targets every aspect of the neurological system. Sudden stops and starts, changes of direction, etc., all challenge the child’s balance, trunk stability and posture. This input cannot be replicated by anything on the ground.

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Breastfeeding Provides Solutions “Prematurity is one of the three major causes of new-born deaths in South Africa, with diarrhoea and respiratory infections being the main causes of sickness and death in children younger than five years old,” says Stasa Jordan, breastfeeding activist and executive director of the South African Breastmilk Reserve (SABR). “The simple act of breastfeeding can reduce infant mortality by a third and sickness by half,” she continues.

South Africa pioneered the human milkbanking initiative for premature infants in 2003. Strong advocacy and the rapid expansion of the initiative over the last 14 years led to the national adoption of The Tshwane Declaration of Support for Breastfeeding in South Africa.

Today, South Africa provides a variety of human milk-banking initiatives, collectively supporting an estimated 5 000 infants per annum. Despite the significant improvement in exclusive breastfeeding rates from 8% in 2003 to 32% in 2016, approximately 11 000 babies die in their first month of life in South Africa. “Many of these cases are preventable if symptoms are detected and treated early through the provision of human breastmilk,” says Dr Louw.

“Whilst most new mothers do not experience difficulty in lactating, not all mothers are able to initiate lactation after premature labour, often being too ill to lactate or requiring intensive care themselves. During this time, human milk banks across the country give premature babies that are at high risk of suffering from sepsis and Necrotising Enterocolitis, access For more information or to get involved to this life-saving food when they need it visit www.sabr.org.za or call most,” explains Dr Coenie Louw, CEO of the 011 - 482 1920 or e-mail info@sabr.org.za.

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Phobias can cause significant anxiety and Stress distress, but treatment brings relief to Dr Edmund Bourne, PhD, a well-regarded many. specialist in the treatment of anxiety disorders for more than two decades, The fact is a whole range of phobias affect suggests that a phobia may be the result of people the world over, in some instances to cumulative stress acting out over time. such an extent that the fear (anxiety) and avoidance associated with phobias, may According to Dr Bourne, there are numerous be strong enough to interfere with normal factors which cause a person to develop a routines, work, or relationships and cause phobia, but that stress over time plays a key significant distress. In turn, this may have a role. Some phobias may develop because of negative impact on an individual’s mental something that happened early in life, such well-being. as an unpleasant experience in a confined space (claustrophobia), or a dog bite which So says Daniel Rabinowitz, clinical makes one scared of animals (zoophobia). psychologist associated with Akeso Clinic But, more complex phobias are thought to and the Cape Behavioural Therapists. He come about slowly as a combination of life describes a phobia as “a groundless fear and experiences, brain chemistry, and genetics. avoidance of an object or situation”. When people encounter the phobic stimulus, they Visit www.akeso.co.za or contact may logically understand that there is no 011 - 447 0268 for more information. reason to be afraid, but are still unable to In the event of a psychological crisis, control the emotions and bodily sensations please call 0861 4357 87 for assistance. that accompany the phobia. at Curves, we offer a 30 minute full body workout that helps our members reach their goals quickly & effectively. the Curves circuit combines cardio and strength training, working every major muscle group - designed to not only help you lose weight & increase energy levels, but also to firm & tone and rev up your metabolism!

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Beautiful Life

Solutions for Dark Under-Eye Circles

We are all familiar with the expression, “the eyes are the window to the soul”. The eyes give away a whole lot of information about a person.

Looking at the eyes or the eye area can quickly reveal your age, whether you’re tired or stressed, whether you laugh a lot and also whether or not you use good quality anti-ageing products.

One of the most common complaints or concerns when it comes to treating the eye area is dark circles.

Dark under-eye circles, in most cases, are caused by a combination of factors including poor drainage (and poor blood flow), thinning skin, high-stress levels and a lack of sleep, to name but a few. There are a number of effective treatments to improve dark circles, including:

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Radiant Holiday Skin

Doris Coetzer from Skin Evolution has some tips for the summer holidays to keep your skin in good shape. Firstly, book a deep cleansing and revitalising facial treatment.

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Be SunSmart this Summer

Each year during the hot summer months, CANSA steps up its skin cancer awareness communication through its SunSmart Campaign, to remind South Africans of the dangers of over-exposure to the sun.

Running from mid-November to January, the campaign includes beach, workplace and school activations, as well as sharing education online on CANSA’s platforms.

CANSA reminds all South Africans to be SunSmart throughout the year and especially during summer, as skin cancer remains one of the most common cancers. South Africa has the second highest incidence of skin cancer in the world after Australia, and in particular one of the highest incidences of melanoma worldwide, as far as Caucasians are concerned. At least 20 000 South Africans are diagnosed annually with nonmelanoma skin cancers, and approximately 1 500 are diagnosed with melanoma.

everyone, regardless of racial or ethnic group, is at risk of getting skin cancer.

Although people with darker skins are less susceptible, because their skin contains more natural melanin that protects against sun damage, everyone is at risk from the harsh African sun.

Just one blistering sunburn in childhood or adolescence more than doubles a person’s chances of developing melanoma later in life. Children should not be getting sunburned at any age, especially since there are a range of very effective sun protection methods that can be used. Minimise time outside during summer when UV levels are at their strongest – between 10am and 3pm. Parents and guardians need to be extra vigilant about sun protection for their infants and toddlers at all times.

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Relaxation Ideas for Busy Parents

This parenting gig is tough work! We can get so caught up in meeting our family’s needs that sometimes we neglect our own.

Here are some relaxation ideas for busy parents.

While you’re at home with the kids Get out of the house and breathe some fresh air.

Put in an exercise or yoga DVD. Invite your children to participate.

Stay away from social media and the computer when the children are around.

Something happens to our brains when we’re distracted by electronics. It’s easier to lose patience and sometimes, our temper.

Play with some clay or play dough (it can be so relaxing and therapeutic).

Do some gardening.

Watch a movie with the kids.

After the kids are in bed, have a date night at home. Open some wine, make some popcorn, play a board game, or watch a

movie. Get creative and enjoy a special evening with your spouse!

When someone else is watching the kids Go for a haircut, manicure, and/or massage.

Treat yourself to a hot beverage and a good book at a local coffee shop.

Explore the local art gallery.

Peruse a bookstore.

Now is the time to go clothes shopping.

Go to the gym (a good workout can lead to a more relaxed mind afterwards).

Go swimming. Enjoy a relaxing steam or hot tub afterwards.

Go out for dinner or lunch.

Get your car professionally cleaned and enjoy a magazine and treat while waiting.

Go for a nature walk.

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Go on a date with your spouse. Make a pact to NOT talk about the kids.

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Jumboo Craft Kits make awesome gifts for kids that enjoy craft and making things!

The Jumboo toys fall within the craft, engineering and construction categories and offer numerous developmental benefits for kids. The prices are also very affordable, falling within classmate birthday gifts (under R100) to grandparent’s Christmas gifts (around R300). The toys come in kids’ puzzle-size boxes containing all the necessary parts that kids will need to build/construct their toys: pre-cut pieces of brightly coloured 300gsm paper/ cardboard, pipe cleaners, discs, eyes, feathers, wool, etc., and a small, non-toxic glue (no scissors necessary) plus an instruction manual. By following the instructions provided, kids end up with a very cool, strong, tangible toy that is made by them entirely out of the products provided. Kids burst with pride when they finish building their toys and they get hours of enjoyment from playing with them afterwards. Plus - most of the toys can move or ‘do something cool’ once made up (the pull-back car zooms forwards, dinosaur mouth opens/closes if you pull the tail, bird cage spins, etc.)

Toys range in difficulty to construct and appropriate ages range from three years to 12 years.

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Educated Life

Mum’s Mail Education Feature Welcome to the Mum’s Mail Education Special Feature that will run over the beginning of each year from January to March. This is a very important time of the year for anything connected with children’s education and we pack our feature with good advice and practical suggestions for parents.

your back to school budget. With stationery, school uniforms and other added costs, you should get your back to school budget ready before spending on those silly season extras.

On the topic of budgeting, the cost of schooling is enormous and most parents have not saved enough for their child’s Whilst we enjoy quality family time over education. We have some advice from a the December holidays, of course “Back financial service provider on saving for your to School” is rapidly approaching for our child’s education needs. children in the New Year. So our thoughts turn to the new school year and that can be Teaching independence from an early both exciting and daunting for parents and age is an important part of your child’s children alike. development. Although it can be hard for parents to let go, it is important that parents Throughout this feature we take a look at a and teachers work together to encourage variety of relevant subjects including: children to think and act independently so that they can cope emotionally and socially Choosing a new school is a difficult and with the demands of ‘big’ school. important decision and normally starts at least a full year before, so with an eye on Read about the importance of play in a young 2018 we provide some pointers to help you child’s development and learning. Many make your choice. We have also encouraged schools are demanding too much of their schools to advertise in the Education Special young pupils, causing stress and depriving Feature, so you can quickly create a “short them of their chief means of dealing with list” to contact. this stress - creative play. Read one school principal’s take on the importance of play Delayed reading can result in a wobbly for children. academic self-esteem and a lack of confidence around learning. If your child Research shows that active children learn has difficulty with reading, this may interest better, and playground time and playing is you - a home grown online remedial reading equally important - as important as class programme has been launched in SA. time, especially for young children. Read about how being active can improve a child’s If you’re looking for a preschool for your concentration, memory and confidence. child, read about a private preschool in Durban North.

We hope you find the articles in this special feature interesting and informative and we With Christmas coming up, the last thing would love to hear from you with feedback you want to think about is next year’s and suggestions for future editions. Please budget, but the reality is you need to look at email comments to editor@mumsmail.com.

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Teaching Independence from an Early Age Grade R, a critical year to establish the fundamentals of a child’s capacity to become a life-long learner, is essentially a bridging year from pre-school, where children are still considered “little ones”, to formal schooling. It is around this time when a child begins to develop a sense of independence and thus starts taking responsibility for their behavioural outcomes.

of independence. Extrinsic motivation, on the other hand, is where the child does something because of an external factor pushing him or her to do so, such as the threat of punishment.

Other important pointers for growing healthy independence

Oldacre says this is why positive reinforcement is more effective in growing According to Fiona Oldacre, HOD for children’s independence than punishment Early Childhood Development and is. “Rewarding good behaviour encourages Foundation Phase at the child to want to do Embury Institute for it again,” she says.

Higher Education, “teachers and parents Praising children for need to encourage good behaviour is a children to think and great form of positive act independently reinforcement – as long so that they can as it’s done sincerely. cope emotionally It’s also important to and socially with the understand children demands that Grade 1 carries.” and what behaviour can reasonably be expected from them at different ages. For While she says she’s not advocating that example, expecting Grade R children to sit parents and teachers expect children to still and quietly for long periods of time is behave like grown-ups, she believes that unreasonable, no matter how motivated instilling a certain level of independence they are to behave well. Setting reasonable and critical thinking can contribute goals for good behaviour will result in less towards a well-rounded child who can take frustration all round. on responsibility later on in life.

Adults can offer children choices by giving Making choices fosters independence them an opportunity to choose between two rewards. For example, a teacher might Generally, children in Grade R are around offer a displeased child the option of either six years old, which Oldacre says is a good selecting the story that the class will read stage to introduce them to the concept together, or choosing a friend to partner of choices. “We want to start developing with in the next activity. the notion of responsibility from this age which allows them to then make a decision Oldacre suggests offering rewards that are to carry out good behaviours. Ultimately, experiential, rather than material goods we want children to choose to do good such as sweets or money. “If you reward things themselves,” Oldacre says. This behaviour with material goods, it’s easy means focusing on “intrinsic motivation” to get into a cycle of having to up the ante as opposed to “extrinsic motivation”. with each new reward,” she says. “Rather focus on quality time and activities that Intrinsic motivation is when the child wants you know the child will enjoy as a reward.” to do something – the desire comes from within and is a result of acquiring a level Source: www.embury.ac.za. www.mumsmail.com

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Active Children Learn Better

In a world that seems to be so dominated by “screen time� it seems that physical activity and ability is becoming more of the exception than the norm.

Today, due to many factors, socio-economic, family dynamics, single parent homes, security factors and many more - the opportunity for children to be active seems to be dwindling. Often it is easier to offer a screen and get on with the evening routine.

Time also plays an important role - often parents don’t have any. Research shows that active children do learn better. Children are kinetic, constantly moving and learning.

They learn through the lesson or material connecting with them holistically, involving the whole body in the learning process, producing a much more educationally beneficial experience for them.

At preschool level being active is extremely important, in fact at any school level, but in the formative years it is imperative that children are active during the school day.

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Engaging the child in physical activities increases their ability to concentrate and improves their general wellbeing. A more positive outlook is developed, and more difficult tasks are tackled with enthusiasm.

Playground time and playing is equally as important as class time. Simple games can be played using hoola hoops, bean bags and hopscotch. Climbing on the jungle gym, using the monkey bars, playing ball games and swinging on swings encourages large muscle growth, hand and foot/eye coordination, cross body movement, establishes dominance and improves blood flow to the brain. The result is that we have children that pay more attention, have improved memory retention, and attention and confidence to tackle tasks and creativity - all essential to learning in the classroom space.

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Choose a Private School: It’s Worth It!

Individual Attention. The value of personal attention is immeasurable, especially in the preschool and primary years. A good private school will offer small classes with the low student to teacher ratio, giving each student the individual attention they need.

Safe Environment. A good private school will have a code of conduct that is enforced effectively, thus minimising discipline issues, bullying and maintaining a high standard of self-respect and a caring attitude toward others. The low staff to pupil ratio allows for more effective observation and the encouragement of active communication in resolving disagreements. Children who learn and develop in a safe environment have a higher success rate after matriculation.

Academic Excellence. Private schools exceed government curriculum minimum requirements with different and more progressive methods of teaching as they are accountable to achieve the parents’ desired results. In smaller classrooms the teacher has the chance to address learning

difficulties/issues as they occur.

Cultural Values. Choose a school whose culture and philosophy matches the beliefs at home; teaching and reinforcing your values and morals on a daily basis.

Government schools have to keep religion out of the classroom. Private schools can teach religious beliefs according to the mission and vision of the school in a nurturing environment.

Holistic Approach. A balanced programme with quality resources in academics, sports and extra-murals will meet the pupils’ interests and needs. Children who participate in athletic activities focus better in the classroom. Pupils are given the opportunity to participate in extramural activities that could include the unique experience of outreach into the local community, thereby growing your child into a valuable and contributing member of society.

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Back-to-School, Back to Financial Reality

Are you the financial puppet on a string because your child is starting first grade or a new grade next year? Perhaps you have been looking forward to Christmas and have not given stationery, school uniforms and those add-on costs one thought, but you should. It is time to get your back-to-school budget ready before spending on those silly season extras.

Experts say school items are cheapest during November and December. Zeeva highlights that it is indeed wise to do school shopping before January, but make sure that the items you buy are on discount. Here are a few things to also take into account: Uniforms. Tough, uncertain economic times are not making life any easier, as the rand tumbles, the price of school uniforms will also go up. Zeeva encourages you to make the best financial choice when it comes to school uniforms. Do your homework and compare prices before buying the necessary clothing or uniform for your kid(s).

Stationery. School materials are unavoidable expenses that you should budget for.

And, as highlighted - you can make the most affordable choice by doing research (comparing prices). Look at the wellknown shops and don’t forget to consider online options. Some schools also provide stationery packs which are convenient, but make sure that the price is not exorbitant.

Additional costs. That’s not all folks – also keep those extras in mind that you have to budget for during the rest of the 2018 year, such as electronic devices, textbooks, sports clothing, and school trips. Be sure to include all the necessaries for the back-to-school budget as well as the month-to-month addons. Prepare yourself mentally (and your pocket, financially) in advance.

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Play and Learn Preschool At Play and Learn, every child is important.

Their aim is to encourage your child’s individual potential, providing them with the opportunities to learn and develop in a fun and educational environment.

your child’s early developmental needs are met.

The school is made up of three sections: Baby Bear 1: ages three months to 18 months.

At Play and Learn they strive to provide Baby Bear 2: ages two to three years. the best care for children. They believe Play & Learn: ages three up to Grade R. this means creating a warm, loving and nurturing environment that fosters the Each Section has its own separate, wellindividual needs of your child. All staff at equipped age-specific area that offers Play and Learn are fully aware that the stimulating environments to enhance each children come first. child’s development. In addition, each age group has its own age-appropriate play Play and Learn is privately owned by Lyn and area, allowing your child to explore and Thys, who have been in the industry since enjoy outdoor activities whilst giving you 1988. Lyn bought the school because of her peace of mind. Extra-murals on offer at Play passion for young children and her desire to and Learn are swimming, ballet, soccer and see that a child is given every opportunity Action Ball. to succeed in life. Their many years of Contact: 031 – 564 2712, experience in the industry means having a info@playlearn.co.za great understanding of both the parents’ or visit www.schoolme.co.za. and the children’s needs and to ensure that 215 Station Ridge Road, Durban North.

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Affordability of Education is a Concern for Many

The cost of education in South Africa remains a hotly debated issue, as the reality of affordability impacts many parents and students – regardless of whether the focus is on public or private schooling or tertiary education fees.

While Government has managed to freeze fee increases in tertiary environments, the reality is that many students still don’t qualify for state-funded financial aid, and many parents are facing the burden of financially preparing themselves for the high cost of tertiary education, says Sanlam adviser Kevin Singh. He points out that education costs typically increase at a higher rate than general inflation (CPI).

Historically, this rate has been between 2% and 4% above general inflation. Following the protests last year, the Department of Higher Education has capped fee increases at 8% for students who aren’t eligible for fee increase subsidies.

possible education is the biggest dream most mothers have for their children, regardless of their age or income. At the same time, 1 in 4 parents are not saving anything towards their children’s education – which means that these dreams may not be realised in the future as the costs keep rising.

Kevin says whether you decide to put all that you can afford towards primary and secondary school or to save for the future costs of your children’s post-school interests instead, there is no question that you’ll need to spend a considerable amount of money somewhere, given the high cost of education in South Africa.

Sanlam is a Licensed Financial Services Provider.

Contact Kevin Singh on 033 - 347 3024, 081 297 1782 or kevin.singh@sanlam4u. co.za for more information.

Considering the fact that in 2016 one year of studying towards a BCom degree at one of SA’s top universities cost anything between about R30 000 and R62 500, a child starting Grade 1 in 2017 and going to university in 2029 will pay a minimum of R81 600 per year, assuming an increase in education costs of 8% per year. This excludes residence fees, meals, books and other administration costs.

As a parent, you don’t need any reminding of how important it is to start planning and saving today for your child’s future.

Will you be able to give your children the best education, to ensure the best opportunities?

Although the high costs associated with seeing children through elementary school and beyond are not a uniquely South African challenge, affordability is an issue for the majority of parents in this country. A Sanlam study conducted amongst mothers with children aged between 3 and 15 years showed that some parents hold down two jobs to put their children through private schooling, which they perceive to be the best legacy they can give their children.

We know how dedicated you are to providing for them and how much effort you put into ensuring that they can look forward to the comfortable future they deserve.

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Life at Junglecubs • Warm, happy environment • Registered with the Dept of Education • Excellent, structured educational programme • Help with potty training • Perfect balance of learning, play & stimulation • Nutritious, preservative free meals (breakfast, lunch & snacks all day) • Occupational Therapist & Speech Therapist on board

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Sandwich-Free Back to School Lunch Ideas Pasta Salad • Crackers • Hard-boiled Eggs • Strawberries Ingredients: • Apple Slices with Walnuts • Pasta Shells • Pepperoni • Cherry tomatoes, halved • Cheddar cheese, cubed • 3/4 cup olive oil • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar • 2 teaspoons oregano • 1 teaspoon garlic powder • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon pepper Instructions: Cook the pasta and let it cool. Combine the pasta and pepperoni, tomatoes and cheddar cheese. In a mixing bowl whisk together oil, parmesan cheese, vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

Add the dressing to the pasta and mix well.

Keep in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving. Serve the pasta salad with melon, cauliflower, and a treat.

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How to Replace Screen Time with Foundational Reading Skills Most parents are very aware that too much screen time for young children isn’t a good thing, but many are just as uncertain about what exactly the problem is and, importantly, how time can be more constructively spent without it becoming an additional daily burden adding to the stress of the adults.

Barbara Eaton, Academic Development Advisor for the Pre-Primary Schools Division at ADvTECH, Africa’s largest private education provider, says parents who rely on some screen time to get a bit of a breather shouldn’t feel guilty, but adds that they should ensure they also spend time every day connecting with their children through activities.

Activities, which are both fun and will aid the cementing of the skills they will require for reading success in future, can be woven into the daily routine.

So how can parents help their children?

By talking and listening. In these days of digital media, we are talking less to each other and much of the communication taking place is instructive: “It’s time to bath. Pick up your clothes,” etc. Instead, try to focus on generating discussions, for instance talk about the highs and lows of your day; introduce topics. Eaton says it is important to ask openended questions (which don’t have a yes or no response), to elicit full answers. Dads are especially good at this!

By reading to their child. Read both fiction and factual books from a very young age and join the library to give a wider choice. Choose quality stories that link to your child’s interests, not just Disney ones, Eaton advises.

Let your child see you reading books and magazines. When you read a menu, shopping list, or road sign, involve your child and discuss how wonderful it is to be able to read and understand the information around you.”

By singing and reciting. Sing songs, recite rhymes together and read poems. “Rhyming is such an important pre-reading skill, but fewer and fewer children learn any rhymes at home. Nursery rhymes are basically historical nonsense but children love them and they are easy to memorise,” Eaton says.

Play with words. Play with compound words - breaking popcorn into pop and corn, fishtank into fish and tank, etc. They make good car games, and make a walk to the shops shorter and more fun. ‘I Spy’ is another fun favourite but use the sound at the beginning of the word, not the name of the letter. Cat starts with ‘c’ not CEE. Eaton says activities as listed above should be fun for adults and child, and should not become another chore for parents, but rather an easy, entertaining way to connect as they go through their usual routine in the morning and the evening.

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Little Lyons Preschool

PRE-SCHOOL AND BABY CARE

We take pride in nurturing our cubs A loving and caring home away from home for children aged 1 year to 6 years.

enrolments for 2018 now open. Limited space.

• 3 Months to 6 Years • Home Away From Home • Play Area with Astroturf!

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Professional, qualified Foundation Phase teachers Small classes for more individual attention A structured and balanced curriculum Creative holiday care programme

7:15am - 1pm or 7:15am - 5pm

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HARRINGTON PRIMARY SCHOOL

A KID’S HOME AWAY FROM HOME! 133 INNES ROAD, Enrolments for 2018 Open MORNINGSIDE • 3 months to Grade R • Extra mural activities • Qualified, professional teachers & assistants • Pro-active, goal orientated, caring environment • Healthy & delicious menu – breakfast, lunch & snacks provided • CCTV Camera • Aftercare now available

Hours: 7am – 5:30pm Mon - Fri

Educating towards Excellence A Harrington child is a happy child. We work hard, we eat healthy, we exercise and most of all we always give our best!

We remember these words: “I can!”

We Offer: • A curriculum that caters for the holistic development of all its pupils • A safe, secure and tranquil environment • SMALL CLASSES • Air conditioned classrooms • Specialised sports • A warm and “homely” aftercare service • Private school Limited space available. Grade 1. Grade 2 coming in 2019

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Play Matters The importance of play to a young child’s healthy development and learning has been documented beyond question by research.

Yet play is disappearing in many early education centres and is being replaced by worksheets and structured teaching of literacy and numeracy skills! They are demanding that children master material beyond their developmental level, thus heightening their stress and depriving them of their chief means of dealing with that stress – creative play.

instruction. They were more advanced in reading and mathematics and were better adjusted socially and emotionally in school.

They excelled in creativity, intelligence and oral expression.

Play does not mean anything goes. There is a vast difference between superficial play and the complex make-believe play that can engage young children for an hour or more, fuelled by their own original ideas and rich use of language. A good pre-primary will provide a balance of child-initiated play in There is a perception that the earlier the presence of engaged teachers and more children start to master the basic elements focused experiential learning, guided by of reading, the more likely they are to teachers. succeed at school, but research shows that starting the teaching of phonics at an early Every child deserves the opportunity age does not lead to better results later on. to develop and learn in a play-based, Research shows that children who are given experiential pre-primary. Play works! the opportunity to develop in a play-based learning environment excel over those Written By Rose Humphries (Principal of who had been subjected to early formal Crawford Pre-Primary North Coast)

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Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow Family orientated. Small groups. Individual attention.

Specialised art, drama music and P.E. Award winning Eco School.

Please visit our website for a full programme.

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MONTESSORI UMHLANGA PRE - SCHOOL & AFTERCARE We are the official feeder school for Hamptons Primary School (Grades 1 - 4) • Our child centred environment offers the world Montessori philosophy aimed at developing the whole child • 2 - 6 years • Registered with SA Montessori Association • Registered with NAPTOSA • Extra Activities - Ballet, Speech & Drama, Playball, Computers, Catrobatkidz • In-house Speech Therapist

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Home Grown Online Reading Programme A home grown online remedial reading programme has been launched in South Africa. The Virtual Reading Gym (VRG) is different from a lot of remedial reading tools out there.

practice targeted reading skills. The reading partner can be a parent, peer, mentor or therapist. The mentor is also supported through video demonstrations of every part of this reading tool.

The Virtual Reading Gym was developed for the delayed reader of any age, who can cope with a basic grade 2 text. Readers are not born with ready-made reading circuitry in the brain – this needs to be developed through a great deal of practice, and encouragement. For many this process is painless, but for others, it is fraught with struggles. Delayed reading can result in a wobbly academic self-esteem and a lack of confidence around learning. The VRG treats errors as treasures, because the programme is tailored to the area of need, and the reader gets rewarded for choosing to work on their errors. Readers work with a more experienced reader/mentor who is able to create a supportive environment to

“VRG’s major aim is to develop academic selfesteem. The developers of VRG understand that diversity is reality. One size does not fit all. Each reader starts at their own level and works on their own targets and at their own pace. Reading improvement is not a race. To ‘wire-up’ a reading brain it takes practice and patience. VRG is dedicated to the thousands of delayed readers who helped to conceptualise this intervention.

We encourage delayed readers to improve their reading skills,” says Elizabeth NadlerNir, inventor of VRG. To find out more about VRG and how to sign up, go to www.virtualreadinggym.co.za Drop off bin at Mum’s Mail offices in Durban North

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Christmas Fruit Cake Muffins

Ingredients: 150g butter or margarine 400g dried mixed fruit (chopped dates, cake mix and cranberries are great) 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup water 1 tsp cinnamon powder ½ tsp ginger powder 1 tsp ground all spice 1 tsp bicarb 2 eggs 2½ cups self-raising flour Icing sugar for decoration – sifted

holders and spray with Spray and Cook.

Spoon mixture into cupcake holders. Bake in the oven for about 20 to 24 minutes or until golden and a fork comes out clean.

Allow to cool slightly, then dust with sifted icing sugar. Keep in an airtight container once cold TIP: You can also mix together sifted icing sugar with a drop of water and make a glace icing and place a cut cherry on the top of the cake – this must only be done once cool.

Method: Place the butter, sugar, water, cinnamon, ginger spice, all spice and bicarb into a pot and add the chosen dried fruit and let the butter melt and the mixture come to the boil. Turn off and let cool a bit. Turn the oven onto 170°C. Once the fruit mix is slightly cooled add the beaten eggs and self raising flour and gently mix – do not over mix. Prepare two muffin trays with cupcake

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Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree

The festive season is a time for family, fun and decorating! Some of our most cherished childhood memories are of Christmas-time decorating with the family. Posh Events shows you how to create a posh Christmas tree, and fun memories, to WOW the whole family.

form of glass, gold and silver baubles and ornaments. Spread some gold or silver angel hair around the base of the tree.

Give the kids some glitter pens to write family members’ names on clear baubles.

Fill with chocolate balls and hang between the regular gold or silver baubles as a special surprise for the family.

Instead of the usual tinsel, create a more elegant look by gently scattering some fine angel hair strands over the branches.

Drape some warm-glow fairy lights around the tree and place gifts around the base to complete your posh Christmas tree.

The best part of Christmas decorating is choosing a tree. Gather the family for a shopping trip to your nearest nursery. A real tree is an exciting addition to any home, and an eco-friendly way to decorate. Plant it in your garden after the holidays as a fun Happy holidays from the Posh team! project for the kids to take care of until the next holidays.

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Festive Recipes: Readers’ Top Picks We used these recipes in our online newsletters, and we had such a great response from our readers that we decided to publish them in the mag too!

Cheat’s Christmas Shortbread

Cupcake Christmas Tree

This simple shortbread recipe is as buttery and melt-in-the-mouth as any fancy traditional recipe. Whip up a batch and wrap them up for Christmas!

This cupcake Christmas tree is a really great and easy idea for a kids’ Christmas bakeathon and the results would be a perfect treat to take to school or pre-school for the last day of term.

Ingredients: • 125g castor sugar • 125g cornflour • 2 cups plain flour • 250g butter Method: • Preheat the oven to 170˚C. • Mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl.

• Add the melted butter and stir until it’s all combined.

• Line a 28cm x 18cm lamington tin with baking paper and press the mixture in.

• Bake at 170˚c for 30 minutes.

• Remove from oven, cut into 24 squares, sprinkle evenly with castor sugar and prick each piece with a fork.

• Return to oven for 15 minutes. Cool in tin.

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Ingredients: • 1 batch chocolate cupcakes • 1 batch buttercream icing • Green food colouring • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder • Smarties (to decorate) Method: • Make cupcakes and icing and keep about 3 tablespoons of the buttercream separate and colour the remaining icing green. Ice 10 cupcakes with the green buttercream then decorate nine of these with Smarties, keeping one green cupcake aside.

• Mix a little cocoa powder into the remaining buttercream then ice the remaining two cupcakes before decorating with brown Smarties.

• For the star on top; you can either ice a star-shape onto your remaining green cupcake, or top with a star-shaped cookie as we have. Top this with a little green icing and one pretty red Smartie.

• Arrange the cupcakes into a tree shape then finish with the two brown cupcakes and you’re done!

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Diary Dates DECEMBER AWARENESS DAYS • SunSmart Skin Cancer Awareness Month • Prevention of Injuries Month • 1: World AIDS Day • 3: International Day of Persons with Disabilities • 5: International Volunteers Day • 9: World Patient Safety Day • 10: International Human Rights Day • 12: Universal Health Coverage Day. JANUARY AWARENESS DAYS • SunSmart Skin Cancer Awareness Month • 4: World Braille Day • 31: World Leprosy Day. ARTS & CULTURE • 1 – 20 Dec, CHEERS • CHRISTMAS ART EXHIBITION, Elizabeth Gordon Gallery, 031 – 303 8133.

• 3 Dec, 9am – 3pm, LA LUCIA ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE FAIR, La Lucia Mall, ground floor, Sandy, 060 817 1168.

• 4, 5, 9, 11 Jan, 2pm – 6pm, HOLIDAY ART CLASSES FOR HIGH SCHOOL PUPILS, R800pp, Ingrid: 083 443 4003.

BUSINESS NETWORKING • 1 Dec, 7pm, UMHLANGA WOMEN ACHIEVERS AWARDS EVENING, Gateway Hotel, R180pp, www. umhlangawomenachievers.co.za.

• 7 Dec (1st Thurs monthly), 8am – 11.30am, KZN WOMEN IN BUSINESS YEAR END BREAKFAST, Tsogo Sun Maharani Hotel, Durban, R260 members, R295 non-members, 031 – 266 2892, info@kznwib.co.za, www.kznwib.co.za.

COURSES/CLASSES/WORKSHOPS • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, SWIMMING LESSONS IN DURBAN NORTH, Pam’s Swim School, 46 Kelvin Place, Durban North, daily lessons, R700p/m, 084 444 6815, travelpamvdb@gmail.com, www. swimminglessonsdurban.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various days/times, GOODPET TRAINING – PET TRAINING CLASSES, Glenwood and Durban North, Mari Borain/AJ Kruger, 061 245 3309, info.goodpet@gmail.com, www.goodpet.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sat), 9am – 10am, TENSION RELEASING EXERCISES (TRE) WORKSHOP, Hazel, healthtre@outlook.com, 083 400 5924.

ENTERTAINMENT • 1 Dec – 7 Jan, KICKSTART’S SINBAD THE SAILOR, Elizabeth Sneddon theatre, www.computicket.co.za, 0861 915 8000, www.kickstarttheatre.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sat), 2pm, ENTERTAINMENT BY MURPHY, Stamford Hill Bowling Club, 5 Arbuckle Rd, Durban, Estelle, 084 060 9078, Murphy, 073 584 0258.

• 1 – 3 Dec, CALIFORNIA SUNSHINE, Rhumbelow Tina’s, Tina’s Hotel, 14 Beryldene Rd, Kloof, R150pp, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www. events.durbantheatre.com, www.tinashotel.co.za.

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• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sun), 12pm, SOUL SUNDAY SESSIONS, live music, food & drinks, Crusaders, 10 Ranleigh Cresc, 031 - 563 0824, 031 - 564 4621.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Mon), 4pm – 9pm, TENNIS & TUNES, Windsor Tennis Club, James Henderson Road, Glenwood, tennis followed by some tunes from various artists, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@ stansell.za.net.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Mon), 4pm – 9pm, BBC BEATS – BOWLS & MUSIC, Berea Bowling Club, R50pp, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net.

• 1 – 10 Dec, OUR STORY MAGIC, interactive show for kids aged 4 – 12, The Playhouse Company, Durban, book at Computicket, www.playhousecompany.com.

• 2 Dec, 6.30pm, ITALIAN OPERA EVENING, Durban Playhouse, Drama Theatre, book at Computicket, www.playhousecompany.com.

• 3 Dec, 10am – 1pm, THIS IS CHRISTMAS, @Tap Centre, Durban North Baptist Church, Mackeurtan Ave, Durban North, entrance is free, but booking essential on www.dnbc.co.za, Jennie: 082 497 9350.

• 8 Dec, 8pm, COLOURED IN COMEDY SHOW - RICHELIEU BEAUNOIR, Durban Playhouse, Drama Theatre, book at Computicket, www. playhousecompany.com.

• 22 – 24 Dec, CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION, Durban Playhouse, Opera Theatre, book at Computicket, www.playhousecompany.com.

• 14 – 17 Dec, 7pm, MEMORIAS FLAMENCA, Centre for Jazz and Popular Music, UKZN Howard College Campus, R100-R130pp, Linda: lindavargasflamenco@ gmail.com, 031 201 0750.

LEISURE • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, DURBAN SURF AND YOGA RETREATS, info@surfsupyoga.co.za, www.surfsupyoga.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Mon – Thurs), 5.30pm, GROUP PILATES CLASSES IN GLENWOOD, Laura-May, laura. may.louw@gmail.com.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various days and times, HATHA/ FLOW YOGA CLASSES, Centre for Wellbeing, Durban North, Christine, 084 444 9377, yoga@absamail. co.za, www.jivanandacentre.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sat), 9am – 11am, MODEL DYNAMICS MODELLING LESSONS, Scouts Hall, Virginia Circle (opposite Checkers), Sandra/Dee, 083 356 1317, modeldynamics@eject.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sat), 10am – 11am, FUN FOR KIDS – CRAFTS & BAKING, R250pp, Christene Pillay, 078 535 7862, christenepillay9@gmail.com.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Tues), 9.30am – 10.30am, FREE YOGA CLASSES FOR PEOPLE OVER 60, La Lucia Library function room, Nivedita Dayanand, 031 – 332 3721.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (2nd Sun monthly), from 10am, MINI STEAM TRAIN RIDE, Virginia Circle, 082 577 2067.

• 6 Dec – 16 Jan, 7am – 5pm (Mon – Fri), MOMMY FAYE’S HOLIDAY CLUB, Glen Anil, ages 3 and up,

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Diary Dates Faye: 083 941 8964, www.faye092.wixsite.com/ mommyfayes • 9 Dec – 14 Jan, SUGAR BAY HOLIDAY CAMPS, Sugar Bay Resort, Zinkwazi Beach, Ruvika, 032 – 485 3778, holidays@sugarbay.co.za, www.sugarbay.co.za.

• 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 23, 27, 28, 29, 31 Dec, 6 & 7 Jan, THE HOLIDAY EXPRESS TRAIN TRIP ADVENTURE, trips to Shongweni, Salt Rock & PMB, www. theholidayexpress.co.za.

• 11 – 14 Dec, HELLA HELLA HOLIDAY CLUB, Hella Hella Adventure Centre, Richmond, 082 494 5660 info@hellahella.net, www.hellahella.net.

• 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 26, 30, 31 Dec & 1, 7, 28 Jan, various times, INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, from Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R240, pensioners & children: R170, Bruce, 082 353 6003, bookings@umgenisteamrailway.com, www. umgenisteamrailway.com.

• 17 Dec, 6am, THEU UMHLANGA TOURISM SUMMER TRAIL RUN & WALK, Sibaya Casino, www.roag.co.za.

MARKETS • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, Wed & Fri 6pm – 10pm, Sun 10am, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, Warren, 031 – 312 3058, www.stableslifestylemarket. co.za, thestablesmarket@gmail.com.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Wed), 9am – 12pm, UMHLANGA FARMERS’ MARKET, 206 Autumn Drive, Prestondale, Alexa, 074 445 6186.

• 1 Dec, 5 Jan (1st Fri monthly), 5pm – 9.30pm, ROOF TOP NIGHT MARKET, Level 5 parking lot, Musgrave Centre, crafts, food, live music, www. musgravecentre.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sun), 10am – 3pm, BOTHAS HILL MARKET, cnr Rob Roy Cres & Old Main Rd, Bothas Hill, www.bothashillmarket.co.za, Natalie, 083 564 3335.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sun), 8am – 1pm, THE MORNING TRADE MARKET, The Plant, 5 Station Drive, Durban, info@themorningtrade.co.za, www.facebook.com/ themorningtrade.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sun), 9am – 4pm, SUNDAY FLEA MARKET, Amphitheatre, North Beach Pavilion site, Durban.

• 2, 9, 15, 16, 17, 23, 30 Dec, every Sat in Jan, 6.30am - 11.30am, SHONGWENI FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET, Lot 457, MR551, Shongweni, Christine, 083 777 1553, info@shongwenimarket.co.za, www. shongwenimarket.co.za.

• 2, 9, 16 Dec & 6 Jan, 9am – 2pm, I HEART MARKET, Moses Mabhida Stadium, info@iheartmkt.com, www.iheartmarket.blogspot.com.

• 3 Dec, 7 Jan (1st Sun monthly), 9am – 1pm, HILLCREST COUNTRY MARKET, Hillcrest Primary School hall, Lynette, 079 616 9218, hillcrestcountrymarket@ gmail.com, www.hillcrestcountrymarket.co.za.

• 9 Dec, 13 Jan (2nd Sat monthly), 9am – 2pm, Salt

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Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za.

• 11 & 18 Dec, 29 Jan, 9am – 2pm, WONDER MARKET, Chris Saunders Park, Umhlanga, 074 468 2463, wondermarketdurban@gmail.com, www. wondermarket.co.za.

• 15 – 17 Dec, SUNDAY MARKET, 246 Umbilo Road, Glenwood, 071 907 9996, greencampgalleryproject@ gmail.com, www.facebook.com/ GreenCampGalleryProject.

• 14 – 19 Dec, 9am – 7pm, THE FESTIVE MARKET, Curro Hillcrest High, 105 Inanda Rd, Hillcrest, Debbie Viviers, 083 795 0105, info@thefestivemarket.co.za, www.thefestivemarket.co.za.

• 29 Dec, 26 Jan (last Fri monthly), 5pm – 10pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD NIGHT MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za.

• 29 Dec, 26 Jan (last Fri monthly), 5pm – 9pm, MORNINGSIDE NIGHT MARKET, Morningside Sports Club, 132 Hollander Crescent, Anthea/Pippa, morningsidenightmarket@gmail.com.

• 29 Dec, 26 Jan (last Fri monthly), 5.30pm – 10pm, RIVERTOWN NIGHT MARKET, Rivertown Precinct, 130 Stalwart Simelane Street, opposite the ICC, Darryl: darryl.hofmann@icloud.com.

• 30 Dec, 9am – 3pm, I HEART MARKET NORTH, Blythedale Event Bowl, info@iheartmkt.com, www. iheartmarket.com.

MEETINGS • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Thurs), 8.30am – 11am, MUMS’ SUPPORT GROUP, for moms who feel overwhelmed or depressed, La Lucia Library, Alex, 083 788 0689, alwallis14@gmail.com.

• 14 Dec & 4 Jan, 6.30pm – 8.30pm, ANXIETY & DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP, Grace Riverside Campus, 63 Anthony Road, Riverside, 031 003 1830, counselling@grace.za.org, www.gracecounselling. org.za.

NATURE/OUTDOORS • 9 Dec, 9am – 11am, KZN BEACH CLEAN-UP, Umdloti North Beach, Natalie 076 610 2707, kznbeachcleanup@gmail.com.

• 11 Dec – 22 Dec, 8am – 1pm, CROW HOLIDAY CLUB – WILDLIFE WARRIORS, Kloof Country Club, R750pp, education@crowkzn.co.za, 031 – 462 1127, www. crowkzn.co.za.

• 16 Dec, 20 Jan (3rd Sat monthly), 8am – 1pm, BEACHWOOD MANGROVES NATURE RESERVE OPEN DAY, Umgeni River mouth, Heidi, 083 321 0620.

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