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Issue 147 • Durban • July 2017

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Everyday Life

2 - 15

Delicious Life

16 - 17

Meet our cover stars, find a useful list of holiday clubs and activities in your area, and enter to win tickets on The Holiday Express and Umgeni Steam Railway.

Read more about Chateau Gateaux and the driving force behind its success – owners Ilan and Malcolm.

Business Life

Advice on how to manage your finances now that SA’s credit rating has been downgraded to junk status.

Pet Life

Read about the importance of play for your dogs and cats, plus some gorgeous dogs looking for their forever home.

Home Life

20 - 24

24 - 35

36 - 41

42 - 46

Find home styling inspiration with Blockhouse Hillcrest, read about a new ‘spray before you go’ toilet spray, and how to grow berry plants for your garden.

Healthy Life

Read about varicose vein removal information, the importance of probiotics, winter workout tips, signs of depression in children, health tips and more.

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Beautiful Life

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Find out about skin pigmentation treatments, specialised tattoo removal treatments at Rubocayne Laser and winter skin tips from Dr Ishaar Ramkisson.

Kids’ Life

Enter to win an amazing Comfysak Kidsak and a cloth nappy hamper, plus an amazing Lego hamper from Toys R Us.

Educated Life

46 - 53

54 - 60

62 - 63

Find out about ditching maths myths, advice on raising children in a techno age and fun science experiments.

Party Life

We have some birthday party hacks, ideas and recipes, plus enter to win a Teletubbies hamper.

Diary Dates

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

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: Bev Delew • bev@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 0) Joeleen Botha • joeleen@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 4) Designer: Wendy Offer • Models: Don, Milly & Gia Dinnematin • Photographer: Nick Horne, 082 806 4366 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. We do not guarantee the performance or quality of service of any of the advertisers in this magazine. No part of Mum’s Mail magazine may be reproduced without the written consent of the Editor.

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Everyday Life

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Cover Stars

Meet the Cover Stars Our cover stars this month are Don and Milly Dinnematin with their daughter, Gia, who is 18 months old. The family lives in Kloof and Don is a Digital Marketing Specialist and Dad Blogger over at ‘The Don Father’ – you may recognise his name from his articles in Mum’s Mail. At 18 months old, Gia has an extremely loving and caring nature. She is also very strong willed and knows exactly what she wants. She loves animals and being outdoors. As a family they love spending time outdoors, be it a walk in the neighbourhood or simply playing in the garden.

Samantha Baldwin

“For me, being a father is the greatest joy. It’s a joy because I have witnessed the birth of my baby girl, seen her take her first steps and heard her say “Dad” for the first time. I’m watching her grow and learn what it means to be a person in this big world, and every day she reminds me to see the world with joy and wonderment. She reminds me of the possibilities in everything around me; that the smallest details, which can so easily go unnoticed or forgotten, can become the most magical; and that every moment is precious,” says Don.

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“Being a mom is the most incredible, life changing experience that any woman will ever go through. It is a title that I cherish and a role that fills me with so much love and care for this little life I have brought into the world,” says Milly. Don and Milly agree that there are many challenges that come with being a parent, but for them, parenting is a partnership and a conscious effort of teamwork and communication. Written by Sarah Mackintosh www.mumsmail.com

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Umgeni Steam Railway

The Umgeni Steam Railway

The Umgeni Steam Railway trains run from Kloof to Inchanga and back again on the last Sunday of each month, along the edge of the picturesque Valley of a 1000 Hills.

On Saturday 15 July there will be three trains at 8.30am, 12.30pm and 4.30pm, with the 4.30pm train being a Christmas in July train with Christmas Carols at Inchanga Station and the Inchanga Craft Market will be catering accordingly in the Christmas spirit. On Sunday 16 July, the normal time table will be in operation for the 8.30am and 12.30pm departures. The last train for July will run on 30 July at 8.30am and 12.30pm.

Morning trains are a three-hour excursion, while afternoon trains are a three-and-ahalf hour excursion round trip. You need to be at Kloof Station (Stokers Arms Restaurant and Bar) at least half an hour before the trip you are booked on. This is to collect your boarding pass and tickets, and then to Tickets cost R170 for kids (two to 12 years) board the train. and pensioners and R240 for adults. Bookings are essential. The train stops in Inchanga for an hour in the morning and an hour-and-a-half in the To book contact 082 353 6003, afternoon. Inchanga Conservancy hosts bookings@umgenisteamrailway.com a Craft Market with all sorts of interesting or visit www.umgenisteamrailway.com. goodies to buy. Food stalls are available and under the trees is a picnic area where you WIN WIN WIN Mumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mail has one can sit and enjoy your food and chat. Picnic adult & child ticket combo to give away. baskets are welcome - however, no braai Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. facilities are available.

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Everyday Life

How to Help Glamorous Ladies Night ‘Sex in the City’ is The Square Boutique Hotel and Spa’s annual ladies night fundraising event. Now in its seventh year, this glamorous event is scheduled to take place on 18 August and women will have the chance to celebrate Women’s Month in absolute style. This year’s event will include various entertainment acts and prizes throughout the evening, and each guest will receive a goodie bag. The Square’s ‘Sex in the City’ annual ladies night is one of biggest ladies only events on Durban’s social calendar. This event has become renowned as THE must-attend gala event for women looking for a great night out on the town.

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For more information on the sponsorship opportunities available please contact Jared on 082 076 2949 or marketing@mistyblue. co.za. To book your ticket for the event, contact The Square on 031 – 566 1814 or e-mail fom@thesquare.co.za. Sunflower Fund Golf Day The 12th Annual Sunflower Fund Golf Day, which has enjoyed ongoing sponsorship from Rodel Financial Services and Tyson Properties and sees new support this year from Sanlam Private Wealth and Pienaar Pretorius, is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 25 July at Durban Country Club. The cost per 4-ball is R2 500 with the format of 4 ball alliance; two scores to count and the top twenty teams receive a prize. The event aims to raise funds and awareness for The Sunflower Fund. To book a 4-ball or sponsor a teebox, a 4-ball prize and goodie bag items please contact Stephanie Berry on 078 207 9041 or e-mail steph@ sunflowerfund.org.za For more information on becoming a blood stem cell donor, please phone 0800 12 10 82 or visit www.sunflowerfund.org.za www.mumsmail.com

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Everyday Life

Holiday Clubs

CROW Wildlife Warriors Holiday Club Dates: 3 to 14 July, every day from 7.30am – 1pm Venue: Spirit of Adventure, Shongweni Dam Age: 7 to 15 years Cost: R1500pp per week • Adventure Activities • Educational Talks Westville Baptist Church Holiday Club • Lunch Provided • Every Week Day Dates: 3 to 7 July, 8am – 12.30pm To book phone 031 – 462 1127 or (registration at 7am each morning) education@crowkzn.co.za Cost: Free (juice and biscuits are supplied) Venue: Westville Baptist Church, 2 Church @Tap Holiday Care Road, Westville. Contact: Cathy Boucher – Dates: 3 to 7 July & 17 to 21 July cathy@westvillebaptist.co.za. Venue: @Tap Hall, Durban North Baptist Church. Cost: R60 per day until 12.30pm or Junior Ranger Holiday Camp R70 per day until 2.30pm - includes a meal Dates: 19 to 21 July Age: 3 to 10 years. Register at www.dnbc. Venue: Gwahumbe Game Lodge & Spa, co.za or phone Lauren on 073 955 9942. Mid Illovo Cost: R1 500pp Contact: 082 347 6536 Mommy Faye’s Babysitting & Holiday Club If your child dreams of being a game ranger Dates: 30 June – 21 July they can join this camp to learn about their Cost: R120pp per day favourite animals by watching them in their Contact: Faye on 083 941 8964 or e-mail natural environment. mommyfayes@gmail.com. The school holidays are here and many parents will be looking for ways to keep their kids busy. Here is a list of some great holiday clubs that can help care for your little ones while you’re at work.

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Everyday Life

Fun Holiday Train Trips: New Route to Ballito

TRAIN ADVENTURE TRIPS TRAIN TRIPS TO BAllITO Depart at 9am • Saturday 8th July • Sunday 9th July • Sunday 16th July

If it’s July, it’s holiday time in KZN! And what do we like most about holidays? For sure, it must be doing something together that pleases the whole family. The Holiday Express, operating the upmarket KZN Business Express Train, has arranged a variety of superb family orientated one-day train outings to Ballito and to The Shongweni Farmers’ and Craft Market. Both train trips depart from the Premier Lounge with its secure and private platform at Durban Station. Travelling time is just one hour with a selection of refreshments available on board – vouchers can be purchased at registration. Safe boom protected parking is available.

Hop on board the Adventure Train for a fun, family train ride adventure! TRAIN TRIP TO ThE ShONgwENI FARmERS’ & CRAFT mARKET Departs at 8am • Saturday 15th July

Trips to Ballito are scheduled for 8, 9 and 16 July – be lucky and catch the finals of the world famous Ballito Pro International Surfing Competition on the first two dates – and to Shongweni on Saturday 15 July.

BOOK YOUR TICKETS AT: www.theholidayexpress.co.za

Times: 8, 9 & 16 July to Ballito: Registration at 8am and departure at 9am. Arrival at Compensation at 10am, coach trip to arrive in Ballito by 10.30am. Depart at 4pm; train leaves 4.30pm to be home by 5.30pm. 15 July to Shongweni: Registration at 7am and train leaves Durban at 8am and arrives back at 1pm. Tickets cost R250 per adult, R200 per child, R800 for a family of four. For bookings and more information contact info@theholidayexpress.co.za or visit www.theholidayexpress.co.za. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has two family deals (tickets for two adults and two children, valued at R800 each) to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. www.mumsmail.com

Everyday Life

Hush Baby Boutique

WE SHIP COUNTRYWIDE

As parents of two precious little people, Somaya Khaki and Mohammed Akhalwaya understand the joys and anxiety that go along with being new parents, as well as the desire to provide the best for your children.

Cowey Park, Shop 6A, Ground Floor 91 - 123 Problem Mkhize (Cowey) Road Essenwood. Tel: 031 207 3710

After seeing what was available in the market nationally and globally, they decided to bring to KZN the best, safest, most innovative and trendy products there are for babies and toddlers from both our talented South African entrepreneurs and well-known brands around the world! And so, their third ‘baby’ came to life in June 2016 – Hush Baby Boutique! At Hush Baby Boutique, they stock premium baby and toddler goods including nursery furniture, strollers, car safety seats, toys, books, clothing, blankets and accessories. They boast coveted brands like Stokke, Babyhood Australia, Bugaboo, Nuna, Schnooky Pie, Lullaby Rock, KidO and Jellycat, with many more exclusive brands available in store.

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Since it is a family run business, rest assured you will get personalised attention and advice, as well as the best deals possible for you and your family. Based on feedback from their customers, this is more than just shopping - it’s an experience. So whether you’re expectant parents, or you already have your own ‘little people’ or you’re searching for a gift that the recipient will love, please visit Hush Baby Boutique in Cowey Park, Shop 6A, 107 Problem Mkhize Road, Durban. Follow them on Instagram: @hushbabyboutique and Facebook: Facebook.com/hushbb. They also ship countrywide, so contact them by calling 031 - 207 3710 or by e-mailing info@hushbabyboutique.co.za should you wish to order any products. 13

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Everyday Life

Things to Do in Durban

If you are staying local these school holidays, or take a plunge on the Big Rush Big Swing! you might find this activity guide helpful! There is also a restaurant and awesome kids playground for all to enjoy. Visit www. Ricksha Bus Tour: This is a must for visitors mmstadium.com. to Durban and residents alike. It is a threehour guided bus tour of Durbanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best Go Bananaz: Awesome outdoor fun and attractions, including the beachfront, adventure - the ultimate venue for families. uShaka Marine World, Emmanuel Featuring an air gym, ferris wheel, water Cathedral, Victoria Street Market, Burman slides, slides and ladders, play court and a Bush, and Blue Lagoon. Adults cost R100 foofy swing. There is a food kiosk but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re and children cost R50 - children under five welcome to take your own. Visit www. ride free! Call 031 - 322 4209. gobananaz.co.za. Wild Waves Water Park: Although this is a two hour drive from Durban, it is well worth a day trip. The kids will have a blast, as will parents. It features the famous Aqua Loop ride for the thrill seekers! Visit www. suninternational.com/wild-coast-sun/ activities/wild-waves-water-park/.

Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park, Hillcrest: The kids can have fun on the BMX or you can try out the 40km mountain bike trail together. There are two restaurants, an art gallery and picnic areas. Visit www. gibagorge.co.za.

Rain Farm Game & Lodge: Go for a family Moses Mabhida Stadium: Take a Segway game drive and picnic, just 15 minutes tour, ride the SkyCar to the top of the inland from Ballito. Visit www.rainfarm. stadium, do the adventure walk up the arch, co.za.

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Chateau Gateaux

Chateau Gateaux Turns 20!

Chateau Gateaux is celebrating a huge Chateau Gateaux – he liked what he saw milestone this year – its 20th birthday! and the rest is history! That was nine years ago and it seems to have been a very happy Chateau Gateaux was conceptualised when union between them. Ilan Lipschitz was working in a coffee shop in 1997. He noticed that many Foodservice According to Ilan and Malcolm, they are outlets were buying baked goods from the complete opposites, often disagree but coffee shop he worked at – there was no never fight and work well as a team. They supplier at the time of frozen cakes, so Ilan are not just business partners, but good was inspired to start a company that did just friends and their families are close. that. The first Chateau Gateaux cake was made (incidentally Although most of us on his birthday) on only know Chateau 30 July 1997 from a Gateaux for their premises he rented patisseries, their main which was originally focus is to supply to a panel beating the Food Hospitality shop that he had Industry. They also converted into a small supply desserts for production kitchen restaurant chains in grubby Sydney like Ocean Basket, Road, Durban. From Nando’s and Spur to here, he supplied the name a few. They now Foodservice Sector have four patisseries – mainly restaurants in KZN plus five in and hotels – in Durban Johannesburg and and surrounds. Pretoria with the tenth Patisserie due to open in Ballito at Ilan trained and worked in Israel and France the Lifestyle Centre in August and plans to as a pastry chef before moving to South open in Pietermaritzburg, along with the Africa and starting the company. He says Western Cape, in the pipeline. They are also he was inspired by his mom, who was an exploring export opportunities. excellent home baker. Ilan has always been very hands on in the kitchen at Chateau They recently partnered with Uber Gateaux, creating his gastronomical Eats, making their product even more delights. In recent years he has become convenient! You can order your cake more involved with the development team. through the Uber Eats app and the cake Ilan and his team come up with new recipes gets delivered to your door in a flash – what and create their own trends – they are more could you ask for? Cake delivered to pioneers in the industry. your doorstep! This service is only available in Johannesburg, for now at least! Malcolm Malcolm Lyle is also a director and co- and Ilan are pictured holding Chateau owner of Chateau Gateaux – he looks Gateaux’s very first cake (the Mozart) and after the sales, marketing, finance and HR their newest cake (Baked Chocolate Cheese departments. He comes from a corporate Cake). environment where he worked on brands like Robertson’s at Unilever. He was looking Mum’s Mail wishes Chateau Gateaux a very for a smaller company to invest in where he happy 20th birthday! could create employment for people and make a difference. A friend told him about By Sarah Mackintosh. www.mumsmail.com

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Business Life

Junk Status - What Now?

Many saw it coming and some even tried to ignore it, but unfortunately South Africa’s biggest fear has come true – RSA’s sovereign credit rating has been downgraded to junk status. Although this is devastating news for some and radical economic transformation is leaving uncertain and negative footprints for South Africans in the market as well as for foreign investors, it is not all doom and gloom says Wikus Olivier, debt management expert at DebtSafe. South Africans are tough and have shown that they are resilient in challenging times.

Although reality is hitting hard, Olivier encourages South Africans to keep their chin up and to put small, but effective measures in place by: 1. Financial planning, knowing where your spending leaks are by managing it with a proper budget. 2. Not distancing yourself from your finances, but be involved and ‘in touch’ with it.

3. Staying away from further debt by using cash instead of a credit card. 4. Cultivating a simpler lifestyle (buying only what you need and cutting on the dining out/entertainment for example). 5. Creating room for movement in your finances – you are going to need it. Otherwise the changes in the economy will eventually catch up with you. Be careful of the Prophets of Doom. It is not the end for South Africans. Stay positive, get proactive, cut out expenses where you can and know that there will be better days ahead. If, however you are already finding yourself in financial despair and staring uncontrollable debt in the face, contact DebtSafe to guide and assist you with their effective debt management programme. Source: www.debtsafe.co.za.

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Pet Life

The Importance of Play Play is fun and play naturally promotes the well-being of dogs and cats in many ways. It is important for developing physical strength, acquiring life skills and strengthening social group cohesion. When encouraging our pets to play, we should try to find ways that mimic their natural behaviour and that keep their environmental paw-print as small as possible. Here are a few suggestions: Enjoy freedom. Experience the joy of watching your pet leap, run and prance. Releasing your pet into an open garden or field, especially after being indoors all day, is an example of locomotor play. If your garden is too small to allow your pet this freedom, allow them time off the lead on walks in a safe place. Play mates and play dates. Consider getting a companion if you have a single dog or cat at home. Alternatively, arrange play dates with a friend, or schedule regular group walks by meeting up with friends who have dogs.

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Mind games. Consider inventing ‘mind games’ that mimic some form of natural behaviour, like finding a hidden treat under a cup. These games are great for dogs and cats with conditions like arthritis that may limit movement. Nature’s freebies. Grow organic Catnip for your cat, or for a more calming effect – Valerian. Pine cones provide hours of fun for kittens; and what dog can resist chasing after a solid stick? As nature intended. Chat to your vet about using raw, meaty bones. Dogs will happily spend hours chewing ‘nature’s toothbrush’. We hope these ideas help you when encouraging your pet to play and keep them happy and healthy. By Cara Harris M.A. (UCT). Source: www.absolutepets.com. 19

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Home Life

Latest Craze to Hit the Market – Spritz Before You Sitz

Fresh Flush is the latest craze to hit the fragrance industry – and that sounds strange because it is not a perfume. Or is it? It’s the ‘Spray Before You Go’ toilet spray. New, unique, effective! Fresh Flush is the leading fragrance company in South Africa that develops and markets toilet sprays. Martin Pretorius and Mark Maynard, directors of Fresh Flush say: “Developed right here in South Africa, Fresh Flush has taken off with a bang! It really has surprised us. With the drought situation we are facing, you can save water by not flushing every time as odours are not a problem!” Fresh Flush – the ‘Before You Go’ toilet spray – has everybody talking and enquiries are flooding in! Unique, novel, handy, ideal for keeping bathrooms fresh and sweet smelling, it’s the ideal smell buster, so that you never have an embarrassing moment! Keep one in every bathroom and one in your handbag for when you are out and need to go!

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The use BEFORE Toilet Spray is a unique toilet bowl spray which you spritz BEFORE you Go to the toilet.

Pretorius says: “Earlier this year we conducted some informal pilot studies and the reaction was overwhelming. You just have to view our website and see.”

creates a barrier which traps smelly odours under the toilet bowl water and leaves you feeling conﬁdent. Perfect for the ofﬁce, home or on the move.

Unlike other toilet sprays that are used after your… ahem… business is done in the bathroom, Fresh Flush is a ‘Spray Before You Sit’ spray. It just takes a couple of spritzes of Fresh Flush onto the water in the bowl to trap those stinky, clunky odours under the water! Really – why did no one think of it before?? Fresh Flush is available in three fragrances and you can buy online at www.fresh-flush.co.za or e-mail admin@fresh-flush.co.za. Call 083 628 1052 for more information. www.mumsmail.com

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Home Life

Let Blockhouse Furniture & Décor Hillcrest Inspire You

Our homes are a reflection of who we are. After all, who wants to be just like everyone else? At Blockhouse, reject the ordinary and take inspiration. Whether you are looking to transform a space or simply to update existing decorations, home styling has never been easier. Blockhouse strives to bring you the latest furniture trends, but in keeping with their casual style, making you comfortable at home. At Blockhouse, they manufacture and design all their furniture to ensure their pieces are unique, truly South African and reasonably priced. All stores are owner managed to provide you with the highest standard of service and personal attention.

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Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are large tortuous veins of the legs often caused by broken valves within the veins that remove blood from the legs to the heart. These valves commonly break down due to a family history, previous trauma or pregnancy.

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Totalsports Women’s Race The streets of Durban will be teaming with runners wearing pink event t-shirts (compliments of Nike) and ‘running for life’ in support of PinkDrive at the annual Totalsports Women’s Race on Sunday 16 July. “The Totalsports Women’s Race is a fun and healthy way in which to get our message across that early detection saves lives,” says Janice Benecke, PinkDrive KZN Administrator. “The Totalsports Women’s Race encourages women of all ages to follow a healthy lifestyle that includes exercise and a healthy diet,” continues Benecke. “Both are really important for cancer survivors. Being a survivor myself we really need to work on our strength and fitness as one goes through so much which makes us weak. The Totalsports Women’s Race is a fun and social way to exercise. PinkDrive’s mobile unit will be present on event day. We will be doing free breast examinations and education. We will also give a talk on stage educating the participant regarding breast cancer and showing how to do your own examinations. Don’t miss the PinkDrive stand both at race pack collection and on event day. Runners are encouraged to bring their wallets, show support and help us get our message across.” The race starts at Kings Park Athletics Track and the cost per runner is R80 (5km), R120 (10km licensed runner), or R130 (10km unlicensed runner). Each entrant will receive a magnificent fitted Nike t-shirt, an exclusive finisher’s bracelet, on-route entertainment and an exhilarating live performance by a well-known South African artist. Enter online at www.totalsportswomensrace.com. For more information on PinkDrive visit www.pinkdrive.co.za. www.mumsmail.com

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My name is Neil Jackson, a pharmacist for 30 years. I would like to introduce myself and my son, Torin, who sells Noster ProBiotics (I provide the technical support). Over the next few months I will be writing a column on probiotics, their functions, their benefits and the conditions they treat. The Forgotten Organ – the name given to the probiotics that populate our body, our gut in particular. Our Immune System is broken into two parts, inflammatory response and regulatory response. Both are important. Inflammation is essential in the beginning to mop up whatever is irritating the body. But it has to stop after it has completed its task . The body itself starts the inflammation, and the bacteria in your gut start the regulatory response. Without probiotics in your gut, you get no regulatory response and you end up with an autoimmune disease, asthma, psoriasis or eczema.

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Winter Workout Tips

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Could your child be struggling with depression? July is Mental Health Awareness Month and Elna Burger gives us some insight into depression in children – something we all need to be aware of. Our beliefs, our views of ourselves and others, our thoughts and what we value directly impacts what we focus on and how we feel. One of the fundamentals of NLP is that we are not our behaviour, but rather that our behaviour is a direct result of our focus. When our minds are occupied with negative self-talk or emotions it influences our behaviour.

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Vitamin D may ease IBS Dr Kathryn Carr

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Pigmentation As sun damage is one of the major contributing factors to pigmentation, it remains one of the biggest skin issues South African women face.

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MopTails Cloth Nappies MopTails Cloth Nappies, developed by MopTop Kids, is a proudly South African product that was created to alleviate poverty. Why use cloth nappies? • Cloth nappies are better for the environment – they are re-usable, and the impact on landfill sites is lessened. • Washing the pads is really simple and they are quick drying, using less electricity, water and washing powder. • Cloth nappies are healthy for babies – you don’t need expensive bum creams to protect baby from harmful plastics. There is also less chance of baby developing fungal infections as the nappies are breathable and cool. • They are designed for durability and are very easy to use and cost effective. Retail A small amount of stock is sold to retail stores. These nappies are produced by small home operated CMT shops. They are labelled and packaged appealingly for stores, chemists and ante-natal sisters. There are five ranges of prints to choose from that will change regularly. NGO This part of the business is aimed at building previously disadvantaged individuals into small self-employed entities. The MopTop mission is to help build people who have the ability to sew, own a sewing machine, and want to build markets to sell their products. The nappy project would be ongoing and will need an individual who is willing to educate the local women about using modern cloth nappies. The vision is that companies, NGOs and individuals will take up the opportunity to sponsor the training of capable ladies from the informal sectors. Contact Mop Top Kids on 084 610 8711, moptops@gmail.com or Facebook: MOPTOPKIDS. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has a MopTails hamper valued at R1 255 to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. www.mumsmail.com

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Toys R Us

Toys R Us understands that choosing a gift for the MANY birthday parties that your child is invited to can be tricky. They not only want to help you find a gift, but want to make choosing the best gift a seamless process. They will be using their expert advice to inform you of what’s new, what’s hot and what’s happening in the awesome world of Toy! LEGO® DUPLO® products provide children aged one and a half to five years with fun, creative, high-quality play experiences that support your child’s learning and development.

DUPLO play – constructive, exploratory, and role play – entertain but at the same time lay the foundation for essential developmental milestones. These include motor skills, language skills, cognitive skills, social skills and emotional skills. It is the goal of LEGO DUPLO to be Partners in Play during your children’s growth and development from the earliest of ages. They collaborate with child development experts, educators, and parents to ensure that all LEGO DUPLO products deliver value, safety, versatility, and an outlet for creative thinking that will set the stage for a love of learning and play that will last a lifetime. For more information visit www.toysrus.co.za or go to www.facebook.com/ToysRUs. SouthAfrica.

My First DUPLO Sets (ages one and a half to three), My DUPLO Town (ages two to five) and DUPLO & Favourite Characters (ages two to five) provide the best building experience for kids to play and learn at the same time. While playing is all fun and games for kids, as it should be, the different types of LEGO

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Ditching Maths Myths: The Path to Mastery Starts in Early Childhood

The best start parents can give children to ensure they master maths throughout their school careers, is to ensure they banish negative attitudes towards the subject right from the start, an education expert says.

ready to learn more advanced concepts as long as they are presented in an engaging and developmentally appropriate manner. This does not equate with ‘pushing down’ the curriculum content to younger and younger children, as that could have the “Parents and caregivers must ensure they opposite of the intended effect.” don’t pass on their own negative feelings about maths, or any other subject, because Eaton advises parents to take a keen and they themselves struggled in the past,” says active part in getting their children excited Barbara Eaton, Academic Development about maths, and says that the foundations Co-ordinator for the Schools Division at of later maths mastery can be achieved ADvTECH. through play-based activities in the early years. “Children should be allowed to embark on their maths learning in the secure Activities which promote the acquisition understanding that they are competent and of maths concepts include: capable, without any kind of pre-emptive fear for the subject,” she says. • Singing number songs and rhymes. • Counting out everyday items such as Eaton notes South Africans regularly hear plates and cutlery for supper, potatoes for about our country’s dismal performance cooking, biscuits for tea. in international maths and science • Matching how many times you clap with benchmarking tests. items such as bottle tops. • Baking, which involves counting and “Those of us who work at the pre-primary measuring of ingredients. level are well aware that the results of the • Drawing attention to numerals on gates, children at prep and college levels will not cars, buses – anywhere in the immediate improve if we do not focus on the correct environment. teaching of maths concepts within the • Sharing out sweets amongst the family three to six-year age group,” she says. or the teddies at the play tea party, which teaches division. But she warns that early learning should • Dividing fruit, veg and cakes into pieces be age-appropriate and concentrate on and talk about halves and quarters, which ‘hands-on, brains-on’ activities. teaches the concept of fractions. • Working out how many sweets we need “Early mathematical experiences have to if everyone is to get two, which teaches be presented in kinaesthetic and concrete multiplication. ways, leading to semi-abstract activities • Matching, identifying and counting coins, in Grade 0. We certainly do not favour and giving coins to spend on small items in worksheets for children at this young age,” the shop. she says. • Comparing the sizes of clothes and shoes that the family members wear and arranging Eaton adds that while many young children them in ascending and descending order. enter pre-primary school with knowledge of counting, numbers and shapes, it is Visit www.advtech.co.za also important to expose them to more for more information. challenging content. “Young children are www.mumsmail.com

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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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To live and Let (your child) Live

Raising the next generation is no easy feat. You may be practising strict rules at home when it comes to the use of tech devices, but the fact remains that technology has made our lives easier. But how do you equip your child with the skills needed to survive in the 21st century? It’s simple and starts with you. As his first point of reference, your child will see the world through your eyes, and ultimately learn to understand how it functions. When your child enters primary school, if you haven’t already given in to your child’s request for a tablet, his stationary list at school will stipulate access to a mobile phone and the internet. Technological advancement is both a blessing and a curse. Yes, exchanging (homework-related) WhatsApp messages with his teachers and classmates can help your child resolve a problem, but at the same time, you will nurture laziness and apathy.

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A HOME AWAY FROM HOME Educating towards Excellence • Long established, community based childcare centre & pre-school • Excellent reputation • 3 months to Grade R • Excellent teachers passionate about children & learning • Creative educational programme • Help with potty training • Nutritious meals • Attractive, hygienic & homely environment & facilities • Hours: 07:00am – 17:15pm • Extramurals: Monkeynastix, ballet, modern dance, speech & drama and Busyballers.

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A child will draw his confidence and strength from his home base, and unconditional love. It’s hard enough living in an ever-changing, fast-paced world where expectations are high and the competition is even higher. So open your arms (literally), and lend a sympathetic ear. Although next time you pass the electronics aisle, stand your ground. Your child won’t thank you for it, but you know that you’ve made the right decision – for now, at least.

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Broadacres lays the best foundation upon which to build further education. A hands on learning programme develops the whole child, providing a balanced learning programme. A fully equipped gymnasium develops gross motor function. All staff hold ECD qualiﬁcations and up to date First Aid Certiﬁcates.

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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 10% DISCOUNT ON SCHOOL FEES FOR NEW ENROLMENTS IN 2017: QUOTE ‘MUMS MAIL’

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Educated Life

Science Experiment: Mixing Oil and Water

PRE-SCHOOL AND BABY CARE

Some things just don’t get along well with each other. Take oil and water as an example; you can mix them together and shake as hard as you like but they’ll never become friends… or will they? What you’ll need: • Small soft drink bottle • Water • Food colouring • 2 tablespoons of cooking oil • Dish washing liquid Instructions: Add a few drops of food colouring to the water. Pour about two tablespoons of the coloured water, along with the two tablespoons of cooking oil, into the small soft drink bottle. Screw the lid on tight and shake the bottle as hard as you can. Put the bottle back down and have a look, it may have seemed as though the liquids were mixing together but the oil will float back to the top. What’s happening? While water often mixes with other liquids to form solutions, oil and water do not. Water molecules are strongly attracted to each other; this is the same for oil - because they are more attracted to their own molecules they just don’t mix together. They separate and the oil floats above the water because it has a lower density. If you really think oil and water belong together then try adding some dish washing liquid or detergent. Detergent is attracted to both water and oil, helping them all join together and form something called an emulsion.

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Educating towards Excellence A Hamptons 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, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. Grade 7 coming in 2018. 031 - 563 2816 • 031 - 563 7597 • hamptons@iafrica.com www.hamptonsprimaryschool.co.za

133 INNES ROAD, A KID’S HOME AWAY FROM HOME! MORNINGSIDE • 3 months to Grade 1 • 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

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Little Lyons Preschool

La Lucia

Babycare Baby Bunnies & Playschool Come and CeLebrate our Fun day

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

to be held at Glenashley Senior Prep School on Saturday morning 29th July 2017. Kids Stalls, bike rally, tea Garden and much more fun. From 09h30 - 12h30. For littlies till 8 years of age.

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

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• 3 months - Grade 00 • Small classes allowing for individual attention • 7:00am - 5:15pm • Nutritious meals • Half & full day • Safe homely environment • Astroturf playground • Staff fully trained in childcare & first aid • Extra Murals: Ballet, soccer, Monkeynastix, swimming & music Umhlanga Rocks Branch (Cabana Beach Hotel) 031 561 2371 and 074 135 9511 Umhlanga Ridge Branch 031 584 7642 and 079 886 2836

WE CARE ABOUT YOUR CHILD’S POTENTIAL

TEACHING YOUR OWN CHILD…

• Nurtures a safe, secure environment • Enables them to flourish with the focused attention • Provides the opportunity for a better quality education We provide the books, assessments and all the support you need to teach your own child at home. We offer a full curriculum and your child can return to mainstream school at any stage. To order, please visit www.clonard.co.za or call 031 764 6480.

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Party Life

Teletubbies 20th Anniversary Plush Toys Arrive in SA

A new range of Teletubbies toys, based on the well-known TV series, has arrived in South Africa. Teletubbies fans will be pleased to know that their favourite cute and cuddly characters Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po are now available in a whole new plush range.

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Lallaby Laa-Laa is the perfect toy to gently sing your baby to sleep with classic lullabies such as Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. This super soft cuddly toy has a gentle light that shines when you press her tummy. You also have the option of choosing how long LaaLaa gets to sing - either 5, 10 or 15 minutes. The Talking Plush toy is available in all four Teletubbies characters. When you gently press the plush toy’s tummy you can hear it talk and make sound effects. The new range also introduces the Laughing Giggle Plush toy, which is available in Po and LaaLaa characters. When you tickle the toy, it laughs and giggles - the more you tickle, the more it giggles. Teletubbies plush toys are created especially for toddlers and young children aged 18 months and older. Little ones will be delighted to add the latest plush Teletubbies to their toy box. Teletubbies are available at leading toy stores and retailers.

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Birthday Party Hacks Throwing a birthday party for your kiddo can be stressful – there are a ton of kids running around all at once, and you have to worry about feeding and entertaining them. To make things run a little bit smoother during your child’s next birthday party, here are some mom hacks that are perfect for parties. Cake mix + can of soda = most delicious cake ever. Instead of the egg, oil, and water that usually get added to premade cake mixes, use a can of soda and prepare your kids for the moistest and fluffiest cake they’ve ever eaten. Sprite goes well with vanilla, and Coca-Cola goes well with chocolate. Don’t forget to floss. If you’re cutting into a fairly soft cake, slice it perfectly straight across with unflavoured dental floss – this also works with other soft solids. Then you

don’t have to worry about a sharp knife in a room full of kiddos. Make kid-size cupcake kebabs. Using a mini cookie cutter, cut out pieces of cake, lightly frost, and slide onto a kebab stick. If you’re topping with sprinkles, punch a cupcake liner onto the bottom of the kebab to catch all of the sprinkles. Re-scoop ice cream the night before. The night before the party, line a muffin tin with cupcake papers and drop scoops of ice cream in each one. Throw the tin in your freezer, then bring out the individual scoops when the cake comes out so they’re ready to grab and you don’t need to wrestle with the scooper.

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Sweet 16 Party Games If a DJ isn’t in your plans, there are still plenty of sweet sixteen games that you can play with your guests. Here are some ideas for sweet sixteen party games to make your birthday bash the most memorable event of the year! Lie Detector For this sweet sixteen party game, pass out a piece of paper and pen to each of your guests. Have them write down three facts on the paper. Two of the facts must be truthful and one of the facts must be a lie. The lie can be as silly, outrageous, or as believable as you want it to be. Then, go around the group and have each person read off their facts. The rest of the group must then try and guess which of their facts is the lie! This is a great game to play prior to any of the other activities because it lightens the mood and gets everyone talking and laughing.

Karaoke Rent a karaoke machine for guests to show off their singing and/or lip syncing skills. Some great songs to play are Sixteen Candles by Jackson 5, Happy Birthday by Stevie Wonder and Sweet Sixteen by Beyoncé. Of course, you can also have songs by your favourite performers. Balloon Truth or Dare Before the party starts, write out 10 truth questions and 10 dares each on small index cards. Carefully place the card inside each balloon and then blow them up. During the party, each guest can take a turn popping a balloon and either answering a truth question or completing the dare.

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The Experiment: Fill the cup three-quarters full with cold water. Spray shaving cream on top, covering the water completely with a layer of shaving cream. Add a few drops of food colouring to the top and watch. The Outcome: The food colouring will rain down through the shaving cream into the water. The food colouring will not disperse right away into the water. Why it worked: In this experiment, the shaving cream represents clouds, the water represents air and the food colouring represents precipitation. As the food colouring “precipitation” saturates the shaving cream “cloud”, it becomes heavy.

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