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Issue 169 | Durban | July 2019
| In this Issue
Everyday Life
CONTENTS
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Meet the Cover Stars Get Your Body Summer Ready Fireworx Fundraiser: Rock on Rococo! Jungle Fever is Coming to Durban!
13 - 15 Factory Shop Feature
Home Life 16 18
Enjoy Peace of Mind with Pellegrini Associate Architects The Magic of Home-Grown Vegetables
Healthy Life 20 22 24 26 28
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Mental Health in the Workplace Supporting Your Teen with Depression Kloof Hypnotherapy Sensory Behaviour in Children Brain Health Takes Centre Stage
Beautiful Life 30 32
Mooimaak Makeovers: Coreen Cronje Don’t Neglect Your Feet this Winter
Educated Life 34 36 36 38
Start Your Child on the Coding Path Ocean View Montessori Celebrate 25 Years St Gerard’s ECD Centre Turns 70! Would You Like A Career Teaching Young Children?
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Kids’ Life/Party Life 40 42 44 44
Win an Awesome Spiderman Hamper Make a Lighthouse Visit Sunset Ridge Farm for a Fun Family Outing Reptile Party Time
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Meet the Cover Stars Our lovely cover stars this month are Nokwazi and Nkazimulo Gumede. Nokwazi is a businesswoman specialising in Facilities Management, Construction and Accounting Services, while her husband, Mzokhona, is the Drive Time host (3pm to 6pm) on Ukhozi FM.
Phethokuhle also loves the outdoors and swimming. He is the quieter and more reserved of the three children, however, he is definitely the sporty one in the family - soccer and basketball being his favourites at the moment.
Another favourite, of course, is visiting their grandmother at Kwa-Mashu. “What we love about being parents is the responsibility that comes with raising someone to be the best person that they can be. Seeing someone grow in front of our eyes, from the day we found “Sbanesihle is the princess of out that we were pregnant, to Nkazimulo (4) has a brother the family. She loves attention the day that they were born and a sister – Phethokuhle (3) and has quite a big personality. and on to witnessing their first and Sbanesihle (1) who was She is very rough - she thinks milestones. Having these kids in mommy’s tummy when this she is also one of the boys. She has given us new energy to photo was taken! According to is definitely the naughtiest of the work even harder so as to give his mom, Nkazimulo is the life of three!” laughs Nokwazi. them the greatest childhood the party! He loves interacting and help them to realise what with people and he’s very gentle As a family they enjoy going God has destined them to and loving. He really enjoys out – the kids’ favourite places be,” conclude Nokwazi and swimming and anything that are Flag Animal Farm, WavePark Mzokhona. involves dancing and being Gateway and @Play where theatrical. they spend hours on end. By Sarah Mackintosh
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Get Your Body Summer Ready
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This is a revolutionary discovery that helps reduce fat and control weight naturally. This powerful fat binding compound binds the fat in the foods that you consume to prevent it from getting absorbed. Taken before meals, Fat Blockers is a helpful addition to your weight management programme especially if you are prone been shown to improve the ratio of lean muscle in the body to cheating! The addition of L-Carnitine further enhances by increasing the utilisation of the process of sustained fat. CLA is combined with a maximum strength thermogenic weight loss by increasing fat formula, which acts as a super metabolism and utilising stored fats as energy. Please note, it is rapid fat burning catalyst. It not to be taken by anyone with is recommended by fitness an allergy to shellfish. trainers worldwide. For best muscle toning results, an exercise programme should be As with all slimming diets, it is advisable to consult with followed. your physician before starting any mass loss programme. To Fat Blockers be used in conjunction with Shed kilos and prevent fat a kilojoule restricted diet. Not recommended for children, pregnant or lactating women. CLA Fat Burners and Fat Blockers are available at pharmacies and selected stores. For more information contact mailbox@gmpharm.co.za or call 031 332 8411.
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Rock on Rococo! FIREWORX presents Rock on Rococo! on Saturday 3 August, a fundraiser for The Open Door Crisis Care Centre. Rock on Rococo is the brainchild of FIREWORX - inspired by The Open Doors Crisis Care Centre’s monarch butterfly emblem, which symbolises the emergence of real-life victims of abuse from their dark pasts. The Open Door offers a holistic, multi-faceted, one-stop crisis and trauma centre where counselling, social services and support groups can all be accessed. The stories of second chances and everyday heroes in our community promise to captivate the audience as Fireworx presents a mesmerising afternoon and evening of magic and music, pivoting around the spellbinding contributions of the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra. There will be spectacular fashion and entertainment, a hilarious act by On Fire Comedy, live music and lithe dancers, plus delicious French fare and a celebratory party to top all parties! FIREWORX is a team of professional, creatively dynamic and highly driven individuals, who together, feel they have the power to uplift, empower and inspire those in need. Their chief aim is to obtain sponsorships or donations to cover the costs of the events, ensuring they are able to donate the majority (if not ALL) of the funds raised. The event is on 3 August from 4pm till late at Hangar 8 at Virginia Airport. Tickets cost R350 per person. All booking information is on the adjacent advert. If you are able to help with sponsorship or donations, please e-mail fireworxnpo@gmail.com. For more information visit FB: @FireWorxSA. www.mumsmail.com
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TOTS & TEENS TRANSPORT
Looking for something to do? Animal Anti-Cruelty League, 15 minutes from Hillcrest, offers you a wonderful morning out. The children can visit the animals in our care, play on the jungle gym and slide, and browse for a bargain in our Charity Shop, all whilst you enjoy a delicious meal at our Leopard Tree Café. The Café is open Tuesday to Friday 9am to 2.30pm and Saturday 9am to 1.00pm. We closed on Monday, Sunday & Public Holidays. For more information call 031 736 9093
Safe, reliable transport in the Wyebank, Pinetown, New Germany, Kloof, Waterfall & surrounding areas. Lifts to & from school, extra murals & tuitions etc. Parents will receive a Whatsapp message once kids have reached their destination.
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Jungle Fever is Coming to Durban! The 14th Annual Mum’s Mail High Tea in association with The Sunflower Fund
The 14th Annual Mum’s Mail ‘Jungle Fever’ High Tea in association with The Sunflower Fund will be held on Friday, 6 September at The Globe at Suncoast, from 8.30am until 12pm. The dress code this year is ‘Jungle/Animal Print’ and guests are sure to have great fun with this wild theme! Tickets cost R595 per person or R5950 per table of ten.
line-up can be expected as well as other amazing treats, including an exclusive gift courtesy of B.O.N Natural Oils. Ladies will be treated to a scrumptious breakfast, guest speakers, entertainment, a free cappuccino and a glass of champagne, pampering, shopping, a fun photo booth and of course a super goodie bag packed with treats.
A big thank you to the main sponsors Suncoast Casino, Baby City, B.O.N Natural Oils, Chateau Gateaux, Leventus Events, Plan Ahead Events & Décor, Ciro Coffee Boutique, Oakleigh Funeral Home, Cheers Hiring and Black Coffee.
For bookings or if you would like to expose your business to 650 ladies by sponsoring a lucky draw prize or items for This exclusive and highly We have a superb line-up of the goodie bags, or to book anticipated event will raise funds guest speakers this year - with an expo table, please contact for The Sunflower Fund to help ECR’s Darren Maule as MC and the 2019 High Tea Team at them create awareness and Jane Linley-Thomas and Paul mumsmailhightea@gmail.com. education about blood stem cell Bushell of KindessCan as guest donation as well as to recruit speakers, along with Peach Visit more blood stem cell donors. Piche – this promises to be an www.sunflowerfund.org or An extensive entertainment exciting event! call toll-free 0800 12 10 82.
When: Friday 6th September 2019 Where: The Globe at Suncoast Time: 8am for 8.30am until 12pm Cost: R595 per person Incl: Guest speakers, entertainment, goodie
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Factory Shopping Tips
As I mentioned last month, Durban is spoilt for choice when it comes to factory shops, but it’s not only in Durban and surrounds that you will find factory shops. Often, it is in the most unlikely of places that you will stumble upon a great find. For instance, if you amble along the Midlands Meander, you will find some cool and quirky factory shops with some amazing gems! Sometimes you need to travel further afield to find something unique. Whether you’re shopping local or travelling further afield, here are some handy tips for factory shopping: Wear comfortable shoes. This is a must – I have learnt from experience! If you are going on a major spree, you could be traipsing the streets
for hours on end and there is nothing worse than having sore feet! Also, wear comfortable clothes and wear layers – if you get hot you can peel off the layers as you go.
often work irregular hours or can close down without warning. I’ve been caught out this way before!
Not all factory shops will exchange garments, so it is a good idea to have Take a friend – shopping your and your family’s is always more fun with a measurements on you when friend! You will have some you go factory shopping, to company, and you can give each other a second opinion on make sure you are buying garments. It’s also safer to travel the correct sizes. As not all garments have size labels, in pairs if you are going to an so this will take some of the isolated or industrial area. guesswork out of the equation! Don’t expect fancy change Phone ahead to make sure rooms - or any at all! the shop you are visiting Consider wearing tights and a vest under your clothes in case accepts cards – you might there are no change rooms and have to take cash with you. BUT if you do carry cash, please be you want to try something on. aware of your safety at all times If you are travelling far afield, it’s and don’t carry huge amounts of cash. best to phone the factory shop first, as factory shops 13
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Don’t take your kids! This might seem like a strange tip, but I know from experience that kids don’t like being dragged around from pillar to post. They become tired and whiny and you will end up having to cut your shopping spree short! Do it while they are at school or leave them with granny or a sitter.
Check for flaws. Look for holes by holding the garment up to the light. Often holes are found on items that have the label removed or cut through, Most of all - have fun! You can find some great or there will be a coloured sticker where the hole deals at factory shops, so go ahead and spoil is. yourself this month!
By Sarah Mackintosh. Plan your route. Know in advance which factory shops you want to visit, and plan the Factory shop – open to the public route so you visit them in a logical order, instead of driving all over town haphazardly and retracing steps. This will save you time and petrol! Don’t carry a handbag. If you are going to isolated or industrial areas and are worried about theft, it’s best not to carry a handbag. Rather keep your debit card in your pocket or carry a small keyring purse with a zipper that you can conceal in your hand.
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Now for the magic - WATCH IT GROW! This is the easy part, let the potato do the work. Leave your potato planter in the sun and water it well every few days. As the plant grows, your child can add more potting mix, covering the stem and leaves. Give the plant around two months to grow. After two months you can lift out the inner pot and harvest a potato! Wow! Turn the potato into chips and enjoy. (Don’t forget to plant another one). Source: www.lifeisagarden.co.za
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Mental Health in the Workplace
We spend a large proportion of our time at work. Our experience at the workplace is one of the major factors determining our overall wellbeing. Employers and managers who incorporate workplace initiatives to promote mental health and to support employees who have mental illness see gains not only in the health of their employees but also in their productivity.
and to work productively. Globally, more than 300 million people suffer from depression. More than 260 million are living with anxiety disorders. Many live with both. Depression and anxiety disorders have major cost implications for the A negative working environment economy. may lead to physical and mental health problems; harmful use Life Mental Health is a leading of substances or alcohol, provider of mental health absenteeism and reduced services in South Africa at nine productivity. Depression and dedicated facilities across four anxiety disorders are common provinces, including at Life St mental disorders that have an Joseph’s in Durban. The mental impact on our ability to work healthcare services offered
include general psychiatry, treatment for substance dependence or other addictions associated with psychiatric disorders. Treatments offered include evidence-based drug therapy, individual psychiatric consultations and psychotherapy, group therapy and, where needed, physical therapy. For more information about the Life Mental Health units, visit www.lifehealthcare.co.za.
Symptoms of Depression Not everyone who is depressed or who has bipolar mood disorder will have every symptom. Some people may have only a few symptoms, whereas others will have many. • Feeling sad or feeling “empty” most of the time • Feeling anxious or hopeless about life • Feeling guilty, or feeling helpless • Thoughts of death or suicide, suicide attempts, fear of dying • Restlessness, irritability, or anger • Difficulty concentrating, remembering things or making decisions • Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities that were once enjoyed • Having less energy than usual, tired all the time, feeling slowed down • Losing weight by not eating or gaining weight by overeating • Early-morning awakening, or oversleeping • Physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, stomach pain, back or chest pain, even if they have been checked by a doctor
panic attack symptoms • Sense of being very scared, frightened or terrorised • Rapid and audible heartbeat • Difficulty breathing and or chest pains • Dizziness, light-headedness, feeling sick • Tingling or no feeling in the hands • Hot flushes or shivering • Sense of not feeling normal, fear of losing control, going crazy or doing something embarrassing, or a fear of dying If someone you know is experiencing mental health problems or needs urgent support, contact Life St Joseph’s on 031 204 1470 or email support.stjosephs@lifehealthcare.co.za. www.mumsmail.com
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Supporting Your Teen with Depression
According to an online 2018 World Health Organisation article* “half of all mental health conditions start by 14 years of age but most cases are undetected and untreated. are unworthy or underserving, Globally, depression is one of the leading causes of illness and withdrawing from social and parental relationships that disability among adolescents. are meaningful. Being in this Suicide is the third leading cause of death in 15 to 19-year- vulnerable state could leave them feeling worthlessness olds. The consequences of as they become extremely not addressing adolescent mental health conditions extend sensitive to criticism. Older to adulthood, impairing both “Supporting your physical and mental health and limiting opportunities to lead adolescent does not fulfilling lives as adults.” mean you have to What to look out for: It is known that depression can drastically lower energy levels, change appetite and sleeping patterns. Many depressed adolescents choose to sleep as a means to avoid dealing with painful situations. Concentration difficulties and a change in academic performance could also be indicators of depression. Adolescents may report not being able to concentrate because their thoughts are occupied by the painful or problematic situation. They are left feeling more overwhelmed and powerless. This may also manifest in restlessness or agitation. Often depressed adolescents may think: ‘What’s the use?’ or ‘What’s the point?’ as they feel negative and hopeless. This also impacts negatively on their selfesteem, as they feel that they www.mumsmail.com
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Your availability is important as it assists in keeping communication open when it may be most needed.
Validation of feelings: Adolescents often report feeling more depressed and lonelier because they are misunderstood. This in itself reinforces isolation and further withdrawal from society. It is important to take the time to listen and understand what your adolescent is feeling. Supporting your adolescent does not mean you have to fix the problem, but rather that you notice and understand the pain and sadness they are experiencing. Encourage contribution: Volunteering is a powerful mechanism to challenge depressive thoughts. Contributing to society creates purpose and meaning in day to day activities and can also assist in boosting self-esteem. As a parent, you could join them, creating an opportunity to improve your relationship and communication.
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Kloof Hypnotherapy What is Therapeutic Hypnosis? Therapeutic Hypnosis is different to stage show hypnosis. In hypnosis, the client learns to go into a light hypnotic trance and in this state, they are able to access their subconscious. Our subconscious controls our habits, emotions, What sort of things can hypnosis help memories and has a unique and powerful ability with? to assist the client. Typical issues include smoking cessation, unwanted habits, obsessive-compulsive How can hypnosis help children? behaviours, weight loss, stress, pain Hypnosis works very well with children. Children management, anxiety, fears and phobias and naturally and easily enter the hypnotic state. They social anxiety. don’t have the reflective ability or the history of adults so the process is much simpler. How many sessions will I need? We use a fun story time to induce trance and We plan for two to three sessions. Hypnosis is then we give the child direct suggestions that very different in that it is a tool that works fast are always framed in the positive. Typical issues as it uses the subconscious. Many clients will are concentration, behaviours, unwanted habits, complain they “know” that something is bad anxieties and fears and phobias. Feedback from for them but can’t stop. A typical example is parents has been excellent. smoking. This is precisely when hypnosis can be effective as it deals with that part of our psyche that our rational thought processes cannot access.
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Sensory Behaviour in Children
Many children have come to me for support for an array of behaviours. Over time, I have noticed that often below the surface of these behaviours are dysregulated sensory systems. This sensory root cause of behaviour is often overlooked as it is very difficult to see cause and effect in sensory behaviour and by the time behaviour manifests, it is largely a result of sensory under/overload. Sensory behaviour is often masked by the children at school and many times even teachers are unaware. Parents are often flummoxed by their children’s huge or inappropriate response - a simple request or instruction can lead to a pool of tears or fit of anger. Sensory children often feel very overwhelmed and out of control; they thrive on routine and ritual and are often completely thrown by a change in routine or expectation. Some sensory children have specific spots for specific toys and get quite upset when their things are out of place. It’s all about control for them as they are trying to regain a sense of control in their environment.
for example, they may not like having certain texture foods mixed together or even on the same plate.
“Sensory children often love deep pressure hugs, massages and deep muscle work...” Sensory behaviour may defensive or seeking. For example, some children will avoid certain textures (defensive) or some children may seek out certain textures - even rough ones such as sequins (seeking). Some are auditory defensive; often covering their ears to certain volumes or pitches of sounds and other times are auditory seeking - especially if the noise is their choice and volume they may sing, whistle or make noises as they work or play. Sensory children often love deep pressure hugs, massages and deep muscle work such as pushing and pulling. They are often the first on the trampoline
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or swings. Some sensory children feel car sick when they travel. Over time, sensory input accumulates and if it is not consistently regulated, the child feels dysregulated and an inappropriate response manifests as a release to this sensory build-up. There is help for children and parents of sensory children. Both OT and counselling involving play/ art/narrative intervention are recommended for sensory children. This will help them grow in their emotional intelligence and feel more regulated while learning all about their sensory self. The ultimate goal is to teach self-regulation. There are many sensory trained occupational therapists working in most schools. These therapies often complement each other beautifully. By Tamzen Smith, Pastoral Counsellor, tamzensmith68@gmail. com, 072 616 5029.
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A general practice that provides warm, compassionate & holistic care to the entire family. • Women’s & Children’s Health • Reproductive Health • Nutrition • Prevention & Treatment of Chronic Illness • Screening for Mental Health Issues Mon - Fri: 9am - 12pm & 2pm - 5pm • Sat. 9am - 12pm (Consultation by Appointment) Avondale Medical and Dental Centre (opp Spar), 95 Clarence Road, Berea 031 309 3725 • 074 8973037 • DrTChetty@resilientsynergy.net • www.resilientsynergy.net
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Brain Health Takes Centre Stage Brain health is set to take centre stage in 2019 with research showing that nutrition, sleep and stress management are among the most important factors influencing mental wellness.
Health expert, Vanessa Ascencao, says there’s an increasing global focus on brain health while an informal survey of popular health books shows that those on mental health are now more popular than books on diet and exercise. Nutrition, stress and sleep play a major role in mental health. Research shows that one in three adults don’t get enough sleep and Ascencao says disrupted sleep or getting less than seven hours a day may contribute to mental distress,
depression and anxiety. Lack of sleep is also associated with cardiovascular risk and obesity. Additionally, a balanced diet, effective stress management and high-quality supplements are important for brain health and general wellness, adds Ascencao.
Ascencao’s top health tips: • Be mindful about what you put into and how you treat your body • Aim to eat whole, natural foods such as fruits and vegetables and drink lots of
water • Try to get eight hours of solid uninterrupted sleep a night. This will impact positively on your wellbeing • Identify stress triggers and avoid them. • Be mindful of where you focus your thoughts and energy • Keep moving. A sedentary lifestyle may lead to weight gain and negative thoughts • Avoid processed foods and sugar-laden drinks • Consult a nutritionist about a good supplement regime
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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life | DR DANIELLE ARMSTRONG MBChB (UCT)
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Mooimaak Makeovers: A bubbly woman with a flair for fashion, Coreen Cronje had wasted 15 years in an abusive relationship and was finally ready to get in touch with her “old self”. Fortunately, as Coreen participated in Mooimaak, kykNET’s popular makeover show, the Skin Renewal team - lead by Dr Dalize Willemse and therapist Zaan Pienaar - could help her do it.
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two sessions to Coreen’s mouth area that was plagued by smoker’s lines, despite her never smoking. She loved the payoff, describing her results as “the most beautiful, flawless, glowing skin and faded wrinkles!”
Plump up the volume! Coreen’s severe volume loss was an easy fix thanks to a variety of injectable fillers. These have an instant plumping effect An amazing laser A CO2 and, if strategically placed, can laser removes the outer layers even lift the skin in the lower of dead, damaged skin and parts of the face. “I walked out encourages fresh, new collagen with cheeks in the right place, to grow. It’s a great way to no more lines on my jaw, a chin, target severe sun damage and kissable lips and the angry deep wrinkles so they applied frown was gone!” says Coreen.
New threads The team lifted Coreen’s face and neck further by injecting dissolvable sutures known as PDO anchor threads just below the surface of her skin in strategic places. After a couple of months, the threads will dissolve, but as they encourage a collagen scaffolding to grow in the area they were placed, her new look will linger much longer. Naturally, Coreen is delighted. “I’ve found the will to live life to the fullest and discovered confidence in myself again.” Visit Skin Renewal at www.skinrenewal.co.za or contact 0861 SKIN SA.
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Don’t Neglect Your Feet this Winter When the weather is cooler and you’re wearing closed shoes more often, it is tempting to let your foot care regime slide… DON’T!
Here are some simple foot care tips to follow this winter.
your heel. Look for creams containing petrolatum, an emollient, or a humectant Exfoliate such as lactic acid, which Make it a habit to use a pumice draws moisture into the skin. stone or foot file on rough skin If your heels are very dry and and calluses. Soak your feet in cracked, see a podiatrist or warm water to soften the hard dermatologist for a prescription skin. Then gently remove the treatment. If they’re not that thickened skin with your pumice bad, there are plenty of or foot file. If you’re in a hurry, moisturising products from doing it in the shower works which to choose. just as well! Cover Your Feet with Moisturise Proper Socks After you’ve exfoliated the During the cold months, it’s calluses, use a heavy cream best to choose breathable to moisturise tough skin on socks that will keep your feet
both warm and dry. Wool or other moisture-wicking socks can help control foot sweat that can make your feet freeze. Take a Toenail Polish Break Going polish-free allows the nails to better soak up creams and lotions, and not using polish remover for extended periods of time will help fight against nail dryness, and allow any yellow staining to grow out. Source: www.footfiles.com and www.webmd.com.
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Start Your Child on the Coding Path
There is a lot of talk in South Africa about the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and the need for education in the country to start preparing learners for the future world of work from a young age. some apps to their mobile devices which will use games to kick off the coding thought processes. Learning to code is like learning how to speak, read and write in a different language. Children are very good at learning a variety of languages from a young age so teaching them coding will be no different,” he says. Luis says that the importance of preparing children for a technologically-enabled future cannot be overstated. Unfortunately, in South Africa, resources are often lacking and many teachers are not yet equipped to teach coding. However, this shouldn’t stop parents from encouraging their children to start with the basics of coding from a young age, an expert says. “As we teach our children to read and speak our mother
tongue language so we should start with coding at an early age,” says John Luis, Head of Academics at ADvTECH Schools, a division of South Africa’s largest private education provider. “Parents who are not tech savvy may find this daunting, so the easiest way to start the children off will be to download
“Technology changes rapidly and our children must be able to adapt, be agile-minded and most importantly prepared for the future working world.” Source: ADvTECH Limited, www.advtech.co.za. Read the full article with references on www.mumsmail.com.
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Celebrating 25 Years of Learning and Leading Ocean View Montessori is a dynamic, creative, healthy and safe learning environment that promotes independence, curiosity, cooperation and fun. Respect for the individual overrides the need for competition and facilitates a harmonious and peaceful atmosphere. The Montessori Method is implemented with integrity and passion by the qualified Montessori teachers and support staff. The school has a keen focus on the creative curriculum with specialist music and drama teachers. Chess is another area of strength
with weekly lessons for the primary school. Environmental awareness forms a framework for all of our teaching and the planting of vegetables and herbs, up-cycled crafts and waste reduction are all part of the routine at Ocean View. Looking back over the past 25 years, Rose and Lucy, the principals, have so much to share. “One of our greatest pleasures is hearing from past pupils. Some now with children of their own and reflecting on their Montessori journey. The variety of careers and specialisations is fascinating; a vet, scientists, architects,
engineers, mechanics, lawyers, copywriters, teachers, IT specialists, accountants, designers, chefs, musicians, sportsmen, travellers and adventurers,” said Rose. “It is our aim to prepare the children fully for their future steps in education and life; to enable them to live happily and positively; to feel empowered to strive for excellence in the fields of their choice. Extending our school up to Grade 3 has provided an excellent way to consolidate foundation phase learning,” added Lucy. “Come and see for yourself, we would love to show you around.”
To book a tour of the school, e-mail info@oceanviewmontessorischool.co.za. Visit www.oceanviewmontessorischool.co.za.
St Gerard’s ECD Centre
St Gerard’s ECD Centre turns 70 years old this year! Part of the Maris Stella Roman Catholic Trust and St Francis Xavier Parish, St Gerard’s Pre-school is steeped in history. The Roman Catholic Sisters opened the nursery school in 1949 to provide quality day care for children younger than schoolgoing age. Similar values have continued beyond expectations 70 years later. The ethos of “As the twig is shaped, so shall the tree grow”, provides a foundation for the development of children from birth to school readiness. www.mumsmail.com
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St Gerard’s is passionate about caring for and developing children. Their business is developing your child to the best of their ability - balancing sport, creative and academic skills. By developing your child, they believe that they are investing in the next generation. However, the development of a child is a partnership between home and school. St Gerard’s is a multicultural school, embracing all religions and celebrating differences. This in itself is enriching for any child to learn and respect other cultures. 36
To LOVE to learn is one of the most precious gifts one can give a child. Education should awaken in a child the taste for real lifelong learning experience.
The school provides a professional, well-structured, vibrant and nurturing environment to give children the very best educational start in life, which is anchored in love. Registration is open for 2020. For more information contact the school on 031 467 0107, 083 6999 589 or rachalsingh@mweb.co.za.
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• Full day school • Ages from 3 months - 6 years • Calm, happy & caring environment • CCTV cameras • Nutritious home cooked meals (organic menu) • Registered with SA Montessori Association • Official Feeder school for from 3 space months - 6 years Hamptons Primary (Grade 1 •toAges 7) • Limited • Extra activities available • Calm, happy & caring environment 122 Round The Green • 031 572 5122 • Kavita 084 400 5229 • Nutritious home cooked meals admin@montessoriumhlanga.co.za • www.montessoriumhlanga.co.za (organic menu)
Qualified music teacher offers piano, violin, recorder, guitar, flute, piccolo, vocal and theory lessons. Students entered for international examinations through Trinity Guildhall and Royal Schools London. Winners of ensemble sections in both Queensburgh and Ethekwini Eisteddfods since 2013 Jenny 031 - 564 0371 please phone after 18.00
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Extra Activities Ballet, Speech & Drama, Playball, Computers, Catrobatkidz, Dance Mouse, Garvlingz, Hip Hop, Culinary Kids, Build em Brix, Soccercise Stars & Karate
“As the Twig is Shaped, so Shall the Tree Grow...”
122 Round The Green • 031 572 5122 • Michele 083 564 0674 admin@montessoriumhlanga.co.za www.montessoriumhlanga.co.za • All meals provided • Low •staff-learner ratio
• Open for 48 weeks in 2019 • From infant nursery to Grade R • On-site extra mural activites • Qualified Pre-school staff • Half day and Full day options
Space available for 2019 • Registration open for 2020 43 Sormany Road, Bluff, Durban Tel/Fax: 031 467 0107/3192 | Cell: 083 699 9589 www.stgerardsecdc.co.za | rachalsingh@mweb.co.za
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Would You Like A Career Teaching Young Children? Inspiring the Teachers of Young Children There are many exciting developments in Early Childhood Development (ECD) in our country!
Certificate and National Diploma preschool teachers, expressed in ECD. delight and gratitude as they gained a deeper understanding These latest developments in of how very young children ECD has energised and inspired develop a sense of wellCaversham Institute, a nonbeing, identity and belonging. profit organisation, to continue There was fascination at the offering excellence in ECD types of activities that can be teacher training. The institute offered to babies, toddlers and has designed and approved preschool children to stimulate a nine-month elective course the development of language, that specialises in “Teaching & mathematics, creativity and an Learning - Birth to Five�. This understanding of the world. course forms a component for credits toward the Higher If you are passionate about Certificate and National Diploma young children and if you in ECD (Qualifications 23117 & believe that a career teaching The National Policy for ECD 23118). It is offered on a partthis age group is not only also acknowledges the pivotal time basis, allowing students important but vital to the role played by the teacher. It to teach during the week and future of individuals, families, is exciting that for the first time obtain a national qualification on communities and ultimately in South Africa, recognition is Saturdays. our country - why not contact being given to the training and Caversham Education Institute working conditions of preschool This elective, that includes and join theother 1490 ECD teachers. All those working the guidelines for the National teachers who have already with young children will be received accredited Higher required to have a relevant ECD Curriculum Framework (NCF) was welcomed as it was Certificates and National qualification with preference piloted in 2017. Students, many Diplomas in ECD? Registration being given to qualifications of whom are experienced for 2020 is open and space is at NQF Level 5, the Higher limited! The National Integrated Policy for ECD (March 2015) acknowledges the critical importance of the early years and states that by 2030 all young children, from birth to the year they enter Grade R will have access to appropriate, quality ECD programmes. To support this vision the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) has been developed and this provides national guidelines for those offering ECD programmes.
For more information contact 031 206 2000 or 078 422 0047 or e-mailadmin@ cavershaminstitute.co.za. Visit www. cavershaminstitute.co.za or follow them on Facebook: @Caversham EducationInstitute. www.mumsmail.com
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Little Lyons Preschool We take pride in nurturing our cubs A loving and caring home away from home for children aged 1 year to 6 years.
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Hours: 7am – 5pm Mon - Fri Contact Cheryl on 078 854 7433 031 - 312 8855 | www.kiddiesjunction.co.za
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Registration for 2020 open • 3 months to Grade R • Exclusive baby care • Leave your baby in a warm, loving and stimulating nursery with individualised attention • First aid trained staff • CAPS integrated • B.ED Degree Teachers • CCTV cameras - classrooms & playground • 2 hot meals & 2 snacks daily - healthy & nutritious • Open during school holidays (except 3 weeks over the festive season) • Aftercare and Homework facilities with meals included
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Win an Awesome Spiderman Hamper
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!
It’s another big year on the big screen for the friendly, neighbourhood web-slinger! Spider-Man: Far From Home, the follow-up to 2017’s SpiderMan: Homecoming, is swinging into theatres on 3 July 2019, and Hasbro is excited to introduce a collection of movieinspired figures and roleplay items for 2019!
The range consists of a Titan Hero Series Figurine, Homecoming Marvel’s Vulture Attack Set, Spiderman vs The Sinister 6, Blast n Go Racers WV1 16 and movie 6inch figurines.
Visit www.toysrus.co.za or FB: @ToysRUs. SouthAfrica.
WIN! WIN! WIN! Mum’s Mail has one Spiderman hamper to give away, valued at R2200. Visit w w w.mumsmail.com to enter.
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Make a Lighthouse
My son was recently tasked with making a lighthouse craft as a school project. We had SO much fun doing it that I decided I had to share it with you! You will need: • A strong piece of cardboard/ plywood for your base • A red plastic cup • Red, blue and yellow cardstock/paper • White paper • Black marker • Wood glue and Pritt • A battery operated tea light • A clear plastic cup • Pebbles/stones from the garden • Cotton wool • Blue and yellow paint • Blue and yellow sand/glitter/ sequins for some sparkle
4. Take your tea light and Prestik it onto the top of the lighthouse. 5. Cut a clear plastic cup in half and place it over the tea light – we just happened to have one that fitted perfectly, but you might have to improvise and cut the cup shorter or longer to make it fit properly. Use sticky tape to secure it on one side, like a hinge, so you can lift the other side up (like a lid) to turn on the tea light. Create the scene Take your cardboard/plywood base and paint a yellow beach and blue ocean. Or you can glue on blue and yellow card stock to create the sea and sand. Once it is dry, you can glue your
How to make it: We used a lot of improvisation and tried to make do with what we had at home. The only thing I had to buy for this was the tea light The Lighthouse: To make the lighthouse, I used a red plastic Coca-Cola cup, but you could really use any colour, as I ended up sticking red cardstock around it to cover up the white text on the cup. 1. Roll red cardstock around the cup to cover it and secure it in place with sticky tape. Trim the edges to match the cup. 2. Then we cut strips of white paper to glue around the lighthouse to create the red and white effect. 3. Oliver then used a black marker to draw on some windows and a door. www.mumsmail.com
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completed lighthouse to the beach using wood glue. Glue some pebbles around the base of the lighthouse for rocks, and embellish the beach sand with yellow sand or real beach sand (we used yellow sand from a sand art kit we had at home). You can even glue on some sea shells, or a small piece of drift wood. We also made a tiny beach umbrella using cardstock and a toothpick to glue onto the beach (I helped with this). Then embellish the sea with blue glitter or coloured sand, and we used cotton wool and white paint to create waves on the ocean. By Sarah Mackintosh.
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Visit Sunset Ridge Farm for a Fun Family Outing
Sunset Ridge Farm in Camperdown is an amazing venue with a host of activities for the whole family. Best of all, it’s really affordable at only R30 per person (and kids under two enter free). Some of
the activities you can expect to find are: an animal farm, horse/pony rides, jungle gym, archery, scooter track, mini golf, jumping castle, trampoline, mini go-karts, quad bikes, human foosball, obstacle course, paintball target shooting, zip line, ample picnic space and Halaal food. Treat your taste buds to the unique and buttery taste of a 100% pure 150g Wagyu beef patty! The 100% pure Wagyu burgers and wors rolls are exclusive to Sunset Ridge Farm. Visit the farm for your next outing or school excusion to enjoy loads of activities to keep your blood pumping and plenty of food and
drink to warm you up! They are open on weekends and public holidays. Venue function hire options also available. Contact them on 082 786 1145 or find them on FB: Sunset Ridge Farm.
Reptile Party Time For the past 8 years Reptile Party Time has been making parties come ALIVE across KZN by offering unique demonstrations that are safe, educational and FUN! Over the years their colourful non-venomous snakes, gentle pythons, lizards and creepy crawlies have captivated the minds and imaginations of kids of all ages as they became part of an exciting, hands-on animal experience like no other! Although they offer parents various packages and optional add-ons to suit their individual budget and entertainment requirements, all of their packages share a common goal: to make your child feel special and create a lasting www.mumsmail.com
happy memory of the day they partied on the WILD SIDE! Here’s what parents had to say about their service: “Beyond grateful to Dean for making my child laugh until he cried! Such was the joy at experiencing so many crazy creatures up close. To say that the party was a hit for the birthday boy is an understatement! Keeping 25 six year olds engaged for an hour is NO easy task, yet they were enthralled from beginning to end. What a hit!” - Shelley McLean. “I want to say a big thank you for such a fantastic and informative show! You left the kids and adults spellbound. You made my son feel special and he loved every second of the show! I admire your passion and love for these reptiles and that clearly showed in your demonstration.” - Amy Moodley. To book or enquire: Contact Dean 074 885 7651, reptilepartytime@yahoo.com or visit www.reptilepartytime.co.za. 44
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