Mum's Mail Durban - March 2020 by Mum's Mail

Holiday Activities in Durban

Detoxing from Screen Time

Issue 176 | Durban | March 2020 | FREE

Everyday Life 6

Meet the Cover Star

Support The Reach for

a Dream Foundation

The Power of Play

Detoxing from Screen Time

Readers’ Life

Child Passenger Safety

Bring on the Flower Power

Make a Difference

International Women’s Day

Nail Care Tips to Try at Home

18-19

DIY Mobile Water Feature

DELICIOUS Life/HOME LIFE 16

Low-Carb Pancakes

CONTENTS

HEALTHY LIFE/BEAUTIFUL LIFE 20

Get Gut Right

World Salt Awareness Week

Say Aaahhh and Unite

World Down Syndrome Day

for Mouth Health

How to Help Stop the Spread of

Dr Laura @ Home: Summer

Respiratory Virus

and SPF

World Glaucoma Week

Talk To Your Children About Their

Top Nutrition Tips for Breastfeeding

Hearing

Moms

educated LIFE 33

Raising Financially Responsible

How to Build a Relationship of Trust

Children

Between Parent and Child

Lunchbox Crunchies

School Health Week

Money Saving Tips for Teens

Building Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Play

Homework – To Help or Not?

Why Does Your Child Battle to Cope

with Stress?

38-39 Unpacking Anxiety

PARTY LIFE 46

Fun Time, All the Time with Mimbee

Spring Chicks Egg Carton Craft

Cute Easter Treat For Kids

Easy Ways to Beat School Holiday

Cotton Ball Bunny Card

Boredom at Home

Ice-Cream Sandwich Treats

54-58 Affordable Holiday Outings

Scavenging for Easter

59-62

Creative Easter Egg Hunts

Exciting March Events

The Mum’s Mail Team

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From The Editor’s Desk... March is upon us, and with it comes the school holidays (already?)!

lthough Easter falls in early April, this is our Easter edition so I hope you enjoy our Easter ideas and recipes this month. As a working mom, I do really struggle during the school holidays. I try to use a holiday club as much as I can, but the costs add up. Then there is the cost that comes with entertaining a child – it never ends! Play dates are also an option, if you have friends that can help out. I have some mom friends from school and we all work full time, so last holidays we formed

a WhatsApp group specifically for helping each other out during school holidays. This has become a lifeline for me. Mom friends are so important – we’re all in the same boat, and we need to help each other out as much as possible. On the plus

side, the best part of school holidays is not having to wake up so early to do the school run, and not having to prep school lunches – can I get an “Amen”? I’m so excited to share this edition with you – we have some really great articles, from educational and parenting articles to crafts, recipes, competitions and much more! So take a few minutes, put your feet up and enjoy our “life’s little toolbox” with a nice warm cuppa – or wine, whatever floats your boat! Until next time, Sarah.

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Meet the Cover Star Our gorgeous cover star is Ava Mae Salt, four years old.

va lives in Cowies Hill with her parents, Kristi and Matthew Salt. Kristi owns and runs a day care and Matt runs his own IT and cloud-based computing company. “Ava is a strong-willed and independent little girl. She loves swimming, horse riding and climbing with her dad. Her favourite thing at the moment is to draw her family and she absolutely loves the outdoors playing with her animals,” says her proud mom. “We are a busy little family and our favourite thing to do to relax, is play dates with family and friends!” “Ava is the light of our life and even on our worst days, Ava Mae’s love and cuddles make everything better,” say her parents.

“To new parents - you are doing a great job even when you think you are not. We are all still learning on the job!” concludes Kristi.

Support The Reach for a Dream Foundation The inspiration to start the Reach For A Dream Foundation came from an article on the Make – A – Wish Foundation, based in America.

wen Parnell, past Randburg Rotary Club President, was struck by the opportunity to establish a similar venture in South Africa. On 7 July 1988, the organisation made its very first dream come true. And so the journey of dream fulfillment began. Our first dreamer, little J C Steinman, was treated to a wonderful birthday celebration with rides on a pony and a motorcycle. Officially named the Reach For A Dream Foundation in 1991, the organisation defined its core purpose as “fulfilling the dreams of children of any race, colour and creed between the ages of 3 and 18 faced with a life-threatening illness.” For 28 years the Reach For A Dream Foundation, has brought hope, joy and healing to countless South African children.

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Reach For A Dream seeks to alleviate the strain that a life-threatening illness places on these children and their families by providing the children with the opportunity to realise their dream. Reach For A Dream enriches children’s lives by making dreams come true and as a result, distracting them from the needles, medication and hospital environment. These young children are under extreme pressure to deal with these medical issues and are in desperate need of our encouragement. In addition, Reach For A Dream offers the child a magical moment to regain their childhood that is being lost to an illness. If you would like to make a donation or get involved, visit www.reachforadream.org.za/about-us/o for more information.

The Power of Play Playing comes naturally for children. It’s how they learn about themselves, about those around them, and about their world.

et have you ever considered that play is also a doorway into your child’s world? It’s an excellent way to enter their space, on their terms - which magically allows them to show you who they really are. When you play with your child, on equal terms (or even better with them taking the lead), it’s a fabulous way to reconnect, building confidence and bringing you both closer. Think about it, the more you’re able to join your children in play, fully entering their world, the closer they’ll feel to you, and the more natural it becomes for them to respond well in your world. The better your relationship, the easier it is for you to get their co-operation! Benefits of playing with your children: • Builds self-esteem - your undivided attention is price-

less and allows them to “test” their world and show you what delights them. •Lets you into their world - which allows you to discover out what’s going on in their lives (they often use action figures or dolls to replay scenes from their lives). • Helps them develop social skills - through interactive play with you and through positive role modeling, they learn how to get along with others. • Gives them a chance to feel equal - in real life, you may be in charge, yet in their play-world, with your guidance, they’re in control. • Helps develop patience - playing naturally involves problem-solving and creativity. • Strengthens your connection - they thrive on you having fun with them, which is excellent for building your

relationship. It’s amazing that even half an hour of weekly, uninterrupted play with your child can achieve so much. It really works wonders especially if you’re struggling to deal with children who’ve developed some nasty behavioural issues. Children simply savour the opportunity for undivided connecting time with you. What happens over a short space of time is fascinating. Because this kind of quality play and connection time make kids feel empowered and important, their “bad” behaviour begins to disappear. Remember: • Let your child lead • Let go of your ‘adult parent’ self (just for the play time) • Make sure to give plenty of warning about how much play time is left • Avoid all distractions (switch off your devices) Having fun playing together is really powerful. For healthy meaningful play get the family - fun interactive InnerMagic children’s self-esteem board game at www.raisingkidspositively.com/game. By Carol Surya.

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Detoxing from Screen Time Is watching videos before going to sleep wrong?

now believe that we cannot raise our children the same way we were raised, because we were raised in a very different world. I grew up reading a book before going to bed and most child care experts advocate including this in a child’s bedtime routine, but my daughters cannot focus on a book before bed. However, give them their tablets and they have something they do focus on and are asleep after just a few minutes. I downloaded a blue light filter, which suppresses the blue from the screen. Blue light from screens decreases the release of melatonin, which is a hormone necessary for sleeping. This filter also reduces strain on the eyes. There are some days that my daughters have more

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screen time than I know they should. But how much is too much? “I would say more than an hour a day - as an hour a day is generally the recommended guideline,’ says Tamaryn Hunter, occupational therapist and owner of TamOT4Kids. Asked about the negative effects screen time has on children, Tamaryn says, “We normally see difficulties with concentration and a decreased ability to focus on day to day tasks because of the passive nature of screen time. There are often delays in language development/communication and social interaction as a result of the lack of back and forth interactions; and there are often difficulties with the development of motor skills because when children spend excessive amounts of time in front of a screen, they are losing out on opportunities to perform other activities and refine their skills.” Tamaryn advises that children should be at least three years old before they are allowed screen time. “Prior to this, they are developing the foundation

for all areas of their development, including attention, cognition, communication, engagement, postural control (strength in their core muscles), motor skills, planning and problem solving.” Screen time does come with some advantages, though. “It can be a nice medium for learning concepts like colours, shapes, counting, numbers, letters etc.,” says Tamaryn. Tamaryn’s tips on how to ‘detox’ a child from too much screen time: • Spend time playing with your child - they will love the attention and will have the opportunity to develop their social and communication skills. • Find activities and toys that they really enjoy and will be motivated to do/play with often. • Sign them up for some extra-mural activities. • Give them different experiences like going to the beach, to the zoo, an animal farm, a playground, a bicycle track and a park etc. • Have screen free Sundays - a whole day where the family spends time together, doing things they enjoy, outdoors or indoors. • Be a role model - if you are constantly on the phone, then you can’t expect your children to be any different! By Khurshid Guffar.

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hank you for an amazing magazine. It’s so versatile and useful. Awesome and crafty ideas, you can do with the kids and on your own. Even my hubby loves it! My daughter is turning 16 next month and I love the DIY Birthday Decor idea. Edwina Reddy. On a recent trip to the pediatrician’s office, my son and I had to wait a grueling two hours for the paed to arrive and commence with treatments. Fortunately, he always carries a back pack with a few LEGO blocks in it, and he just happened to have a deflated balloon from a restaurant we visited. However, the real gem, was the last copy of the Mom’s Mail which I managed to grab and what perfect timing, because one of the experiments in the magazine was on how to construct a balloon-powered car. We quickly borrowed a ruler from the receptionist, and what should have seemed like a grueling forever, easily turned into a manageable and educating wait. Thank you Mum’s Mail, for coming to the rescue and keeping a dad sane, even if it was just for a day. Larryn Kurten. Wow what an outstanding booklet, Mum’s Mail. I was browsing through La Lucia Mall, and happened to go into a dress shop,

and as I was browsing I saw your magazine - it was eye-catching, so I took one, thinking I would read it when I had time. It was not long and out came the magazine - I was glued to it, reading from beginning to the end, but what really caught my eye besides the adverts was the recipes - so yummy! I am really going to try the savoury lunch box snacks. Keep up the good work in presenting such an informative magazine. Jennifer Van der Haer. Mum’s Mail is a life-saver - I simply love it! The events, advertisements, competitions, recipes and tips – the list can go on. I always look forward to my copy of Mum’s Mail. As a first-time mum with a one-year-old

baby, the journey has been somewhat challenging. But having read Mum’s Mail, I can relate to some of the stories and articles in there. I also enjoy the tips and advice given that assist me in raising my baby. Mum’s Mail makes me feel like I am not alone in this. I have learnt so much from Mum’s Mail, with all the lovely and simple recipes, some tips for raising and teaching our kids, to helping people that are in need. Some of my colleagues have asked to read my Mum’s Mail once I am done. I can’t wait for my next copies. Nirvana Singh.

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ocal studies have indicated that only 7% of South African children are secured in car seats when travelling in a vehicle, resulting in 1000s of horrific deaths every year. Despite being law that every child under the age of three be securely strapped into a car seat, a shocking 93% of motorists, taxi services, bus services etc., flaunt this law, which is not effectively enforced by local and national police. “We want to educate and inform South African road users of the dangers of travelling on our roads with children who are not securely strapped into a car seat, as well as ensuring the car seat they use has undergone the minimum crash testing required. Strapping our children into a

Only 7% of South African children are secured in car seats when travelling in a vehicle and 77% of installed car seats are incorrectly installed! well secured car seat needs to become something every single one of us do, no matter how short a car trip we are doing!” says Debbie Bilson, Operations Director for Maxi-Cosi. While children under the age of three are legally required to be securely restrained in a car seat, standard seat belts in most cars are designed for adult passengers 150cm and taller, leaving children between the ages of four and 12 years old requiring

additional support in the form of a booster seat. “Children under 150cm are not safe just being secured by a seat belt, they are physically not developed enough to be secure,” says Bilson. “The lower belt doesn’t sit on their hips, as it is intended to do with adults, and rather ends up around their abdomen, which can result in fatal internal injuries in the case of a crash. The upper section of the belt rests dangerously across their neck, as opposed to being on their shoulder, and can easily break a child’s neck in the case of an accident! A simple booster seat can prevent unnecessary injuries and deaths.” South African consumers are fortunate to have a large selection of well-tested, reasonably priced car seat options, there is no excuse not to be using one! “The average car seat costs a measly 1% of the value of most cars in SA,” exclaims Bilson. “For the average lifespan of a car seat it works out to less than R2 per day to ensure your child is safe – there honestly is NO EXCUSE to not be securing your child into a car seat every time they get into a vehicle!”

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Bring on the Flower Power The 7th Annual Mumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mail PMB Ladies breakfast in support of The Sunflower Fund and sponsored by Vitalab and Maritzburg Arch Lifestyle Centre, is fast approaching.

he theme this year is Flower Power - think 60s, bellbottoms, peace signs and hippies! This fun event is taking place on Friday 3 April at The Victoria Country Club in Pietermaritzburg from 8.30am to 11am. Tickets cost R320 per person or R3 200 for a table of ten and include a twocourse breakfast, decadent individual desserts by Chateau Gateaux, a B.O.N Natural Oils gift per lady,

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fabulous goodie bags, guest speakers, surprise treats and loads of exciting prize giveaways. Guests can also look forward to a fun photo booth, pamper station and numerous retail therapy pop-up shops. A prize will be awarded to the bestdressed guest. Funds raised from this event will enable The Sunflower Fund to create awareness as well as educate and recruit more blood stem cell donors. This is fundamental

in offering the hope of life to patients suffering from lifethreatening blood diseases. Booking is essential as numbers are limited to 220 guests. To book tickets or expose your brand through prize or goodie bag item sponsorship, contact Mechelle on 083 328 2688 or mechelle@mumsmail.com.

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ikhon iThemba has three projects under its banner: HOLAH baby house, Bowl of Plenty and Hop Charity shop. HOLAH Baby house is registered as a place of safety which can care for up to 6 babies at a time. This number often has to be increased, as there are not enough crisis homes for children. To find out how you can donate or volunteer, visit www.likhonithemba.co.za. The Chatsworth Regional Hospice Association provides free palliative care to cancer, HIV/AIDS patients and others requiring end-of-life care. They provide 24 hour in-patient care in an eight be unit for end-of-life care, home-based care to over 360 patients, day care clinic and nutrition support for indigent patients. They rely on donations to continue their charitable work. If you are able to help, contact Kogi Singh on kochet185@gmail.com.

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International Women’s Day A day that has been commemorated for over 100 years, International Women’s Day was first celebrated in 1911.

aking place every year on 8 March, it is a worldwide celebration marking the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This year, the International Women’s Day campaign theme is #EachforEqual, which is a call to build a gender equal world. The theme is in line with UN Women’s new multigenerational campaign, Generation Equality. #EachforEqual is also drawn from a notion of ‘Collective Individualism.’ Recently, Finland made world headlines when the youngest Prime Minister to date, Sanna Marin, who is also a female, was sworn into office. In 2018 social media was abuzz with photos of Jacinda Ardern, prime minister of New Zealand, breastfeeding in parliament. While both these women have made great strides in their countries and have been an inspiration and example for the human race, statistics show otherwise. Although there has been some progress, real change has been staggeringly slow for the majority of women and girls in the world. Women the world over face many obstacles in both law and in culture. Women continue to be undervalued, with fewer choices and face violence and abuse at home, in public and at the workplace. This year’s call for global action is to achieve gender equality and human rights for all women and girls. Equality is not a women’s issue. It is a human issue as well as a business issue. If we want to see positive growth and development in our economies and communities, gender equality is essential. While we are all individuals with our own unique identities, thoughts and ideas, we are all parts of a whole; the human race. “Our individual actions, conversations, behaviours and

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mind-sets can have an impact on our larger society. Collectively, we can make change happen. Collectively, we can each help to create a gender equal world.” “The race is on for the gender-equal boardroom, a gender-equal government, gender-equal media coverage, gender-equal workplaces, gender-equal sports coverage, and more gender equality in health and wealth ... so let’s make it happen. Let’s be #EachforEqual.” Post your #IWD2020 message on social media with your “hands out” equal pose for a strong call-to-action for others to support #EachforEqual. Visit www.internationalwomensday.com for more information. By Kurshid Guffar.

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Nail Care Tips to Try at Home I

When it comes to taking care of your nails, getting a manicure is not the only option.

n fact, you must take care of your nails on a daily basis. Here are some simple tricks and tips that will help you do so. Take a look. Keep your fingernails dry and clean All problems start with germs and bacteria. You must make sure that there is no scope for them to breed. Clean your nails regularly and make sure you dry them after washing. This prevents dirt and bacteria from accumulating under your nails. Use a moisturiser Dryness and flakiness are as bad for your nails as they are for your skin. Nails are very delicate and tend to break off easily. Moisturise them to make them strong. Trim regularly Similar to how trimming your hair regularly is good for its health, the same goes for your nails. Take out some time every few weeks to trim your nails and shape them. Apply a base coat for protection A base coat forms a protective layer and prevents your nails from getting discoloured and stained. It also makes the polish look better on your nails. Applying it thick on your nails will enhance the colour of your nail polish. So, the next time you decide to paint your nails, do not skip applying a base coat – because it is worth it!

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DIY Mobile Water Feature Take a breather and make a mobile terracotta clay pot and saucer fountain to have among your outdoor greenery.

hen it’s done, the calming sound of the flowing water will have you feeling rested and relaxed - yay for taking some time out fro yourself! What you will need for this project: • 1 x 35.56 cm plastic or terracotta saucer • 1 x 15.5cm terracotta saucer • 1 x 17.5cm terracotta saucer • 3 x 11cm saucers • 1 x 15.5cm terracotta flower pot • 1 x 13cm terracotta flower pot • 12v Fountain pump • Plastic tubing to fit pump’s outlet, around 6cm in length • Silicone sealant • Round file • Drill and drill bit • A clean wooden block or work bench to drill on

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• Decorative stones • 1 x small plant in its pot • Water to fill the base How to make your water feature: Before you begin, soak your saucers and flower pots in water for about an hour. This will make your job of drilling and filling much easier, as the clay will be soft. If you are using a terracotta 35cm saucer, spray with a clear sealant. If you decide to go for a plastic saucer, sealant is not necessary. Leave to dry and spray again. This will become the base of the water feature. Place the 17.5cm saucer over a strong wooden block and drill a hole into the centre of the bottom. File this hole, if necessary, so that the tube fits through with ease. Once this is done, file a single notch into this saucer. Remember to file downwards so that the

water will flow easily through the notch. File one notch into the lip of the 15.5cm pot. Ensure the notch is large enough for the wire of the pump to fit through, as well as the water to flow through once turned upside-down. File a notch in two of the 1cm saucers. Leave the other 11cm saucer un-notched. Attach the pump and it’s time to start assembling! Place the 15.5cm pot inverted and pull the tube through the hole. Connect the bottom of the tube to the pump, making sure that the pump is sitting flat on the bottom of the base saucer. Put the 17.5cm saucer on top of this, right way up this time, and pull the tube through, keeping the pump flat on the bottom. Trim the top of tube and leave about 1.5cm extra. Use silicone to seal the tubing on both the outside and inside of the pot and let the silicone dry very well. Ensure that the seal does not let any water flow between the hole of the pot and the tube. You may also like to do this the day before so that the silicone is dry when you need to turn the water feature on. Once dry, snip off the extra bit of

tubing on the outside. Place the 13cm pot next to the first column, upside-down. The first notched 11cm saucer goes on top of the 13cm pot, right way up. It’s time to install the remaining flower pots and saucers. File a single notch into the 15.5cm saucer and place it upside-down on top of the 17.5cm saucer. Set the un-notched 11cm saucer on the bottom of the water feature inverted, and place the second notched 11cm saucer on top of this, right way up. This should be situated to the left of the notched 11cm saucer that is sitting on top of the pot. Visit www.lifeisagarden.co.za for more gardening ideas.

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Get Gut Right S

o you’ve had an amazing year-end break, but like most of us you’ve probably overindulged. Feeling bloated, lacking energy and in desperate need of a detox? Now that the fun and festivities are over, it is time to kick those bad habits you’ve picked up to get your health back on track. Our gut is the heart and soul of our body, and if it is not functioning to its best everything suffers. Hippocrates said more than 2 000 years ago that all disease begins in the gut, but we’re only now coming to understand just how right he was. Research has revealed that gut health is critical to overall health, and that an unhealthy gut can contribute to a wide range of diseases. Gut flora promotes normal gastrointestinal function, protection

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A post-holiday guide to restoring your gut health from infection, regulates metabolism and comprises more than 75% of our immune system. The most obvious first step in maintaining a healthy gut is to avoid all of the things that destroy gut flora – such as antibiotics, chemicals and a bad diet. As we start 2020, let’s look at how you can get your gut back on track and keep it there permanently: Increase the amount of fibre (prebiotics) in your diet. Fibre feeds the beneficial bacteria in your gut and creates an environment that your gut bacteria can flourish in. Some examples of fibre rich foods include avocados, berries, brussels sprouts, artichokes, chick-

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Say Aaahhh and Unite for Mouth Health Backed by the World Dental Federation, World Oral Health Day aims to spread the message about good oral hygiene and the important part oral health plays in maintaining general health and well-being. Celebrated every year on 20 March

orld Oral Health Day focuses on a different theme each year. Under this year’s theme ‘Unite for Mouth Health’, the World Dental Federation encourages everyone to make a pledge to look after their oral health – “Through everyone’s collective pledges and efforts, we hope to reduce the burden of oral disease worldwide.” “Oral diseases will affect all people at some point during their lifetime. It is particularly worrying to see an increasing number of children with tooth decay, which can lead to the development of early childhood caries, negatively affect how a young mouth develops, and create lasting health issues for young children.” Oral Hygiene Tips for Infants, Toddlers and Children Establish good oral hygiene habits right from the beginning. Follow these recommendations to prevent early tooth decay and ensure a healthy mouth. Your baby’s mouth should be cleaned a few days after

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Dr Laura @ Home: Summer and SPF We are well into the month of March, which for Durban means heat, humidity and days spent at the pool and on sports fields.

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World Hearing Day is observed on 3 March every year.

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World Salt Awareness Week will take place from 9 to 15 March 2020 and this year the theme is ‘Hide and Seek’!

he aim of this awareness campaign is to educate the public that salt can damage their health and that it is linked to serious health conditions. It’s unfair that the food industry is able to ‘hide’ so much salt in our food and the responsibility for a healthier life falls unfairly to the public to ‘seek’ out lower salt options. We all know that we should be adding less salt to our food at the table or during cooking, but salt is also added to so many other products such as bread, breakfast cereal, cakes, biscuits and sauces

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World Down Syndrome Day World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is observed on 21 March.

n this day, people with Down syndrome and those who live and work with them throughout the world participate in events to raise public awareness and create a single global voice for advocating for the rights, inclusion and well-being of people with Down syndrome. People with Down syndrome must be able to enjoy full and equal rights, both as children and adults. This includes the opportunity to participate fully in their respective communities. What is Down Syndrome? Down syndrome is a naturally occurring chromosomal arrangement that has always been a part of the human condition. It is universally present across racial, gender or socioeconomic lines.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We Decideâ&#x20AC;? All people with Down syndrome should have full participation in decision making about matters relating to or affecting their lives. Effective and meaningful participation is a core human rights principle supported by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The reality today The reality today is that prevailing negative attitudes, low expectations, discrimination and exclusion, ensure that people with Down syndrome are left behind and do not have opportunities to participate fully in decision making about matters relating to or affecting their lives at all levels. This occurs in society, but also within the

disability and the Down syndrome community. At the root of this discrimination and exclusion is a lack of understanding of the challenges individuals face across their lifetimes and a failure to support them with the opportunities and tools needed to participate meaningfully. Across all areas of life such as lifelong personal development, personal relationships, education, healthcare, work and livelihood, recreation and leisure and participation in public life, ALL people with Down syndrome need to be able to participate in decisionmaking and included on a full and equal basis with others.

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How to Help Stop the Spread of Respiratory Virus Respiratory viruses are a constant health threat.

hey affect our breathing passages and cause respiratory illnesses such as a cold or flu-like illness. These can often be seasonal illnesses, arriving with the onset of winter every year. Common symptoms of respiratory illnesses include fever, cough, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, headache, muscle aches and fatigue. Although these symptoms can be of varying intensity, it is possible to manage them by taking simple steps. Other times, however, the effects can be debilitating, and even life-threatening. It’s therefore crucial that we take the necessary precautions to keep ourselves – and those around us – as safe as possible from respiratory illness, by taking steps to stop the spread of respiratory viruses. Dettol suggests these six useful steps to help us all stay healthy: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or a hand sanitiser.

If you have a fever, cough or difficulty breathing, get medical attention as soon as possible. Be sure to inform your medical practitioner about your recent travel history. When coughing and sneezing, cover your mouth and nose with a flexed elbow or use a tissue. Discard the tissue in a bin immediately and wash your hands. Avoid close contact with anyone who has a fever or cough. Avoid eating raw or undercooked animal products. Handle raw meat, milk or animal organs with care, to avoid contaminating other foods and surfaces. Avoid direct, unprotected contact with live animals and surfaces contacted by animals. Another step you can take is to get a seasonal flu vaccine from a doctor or healthcare provider. Every March/April, the vaccine becomes available in most areas, and is formulated to keep up with the strains for each winter flu season. Follow these tips to help stop the transmission of respiratory illnesses. And spread the message to those around you. You’re not just keeping yourself healthy – but all of us!

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World Glaucoma Week World Glaucoma Week is a global joint initiative between the World Glaucoma Association and the World Glaucoma Patient Committee, in order to raise awareness on glaucoma.

he goal is to alert everyone to have regular eye (and optic nerve) checks in order to detect glaucoma as early as possible. To eliminate glaucoma blindness, there are several issues that need to be addressed. Glaucoma usually gives no warning until it is advanced, but the damage it causes to vision is ongoing and could become irreversible. Fortunately, for many patients treatment can halt the damage. That means the earlier the diagnosis,

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Money Saving Tips for Teens Here are some saving tips from African Bank to ensure you always have money for the things you need and want. make sure you deposit money into your savings account on a regular basis so it can accumulate safely. Only when you have more than the amount you need should you buy the thing you’ve been saving up to buy. TAKE YOUR OWN LUNCH Taking your own lunch from home is a lot healthier and a whole lot less expensive than spending it all at the tuckshop. Adults in financial trouble quickly admit that eating out is often their biggest mistake financially. Once they stop eating out all of the time, it’s amazing how easy it is to pay their other expenses and have a little money to save and invest each month. If you start this TRACK YOUR SPENDING money-saving habit now, you’ll be a lot less Most teens use debit cards to purchase stressed later. their goods and lose track of just how much MAKE YOUR OWN MONEY they are spending. Keeping a record you can Making money is different to earning refer to often acts as a good handbrake and money. When you earn it, you are trading puts a check on unhealthy spending patyour time and energy for money. You work terns before they become a problem. Find an hour and get paid for an hour. the tracking mechanism that works best When you make it, you’re working lots of for you. hours building businesses and then getting DEVELOP FINANCIAL DISCIPLINE paid over and over and over again for that All over the web, there are tons of tips same hour. There’s nothing sweeter than telling you not to carry very much cash. It’s learning how to write your own pay check assumed that if you don’t have it, you won’t when you’re young. By doing this, you’ll spend it. But the truth is you’ll actually spend always be the CEO of your own life and you’ll more when you’re using your debit card or a never be dependent on a job. credit card. OTHER THINGS TO DO Here’s what to do: There are hundreds of great websites with - Decide how much cash is safe to carry in simple ways to cut your expenses and save your wallet. money. Spend some of your Facebook time - When you want to buy something, ask learning about money and how to save it. yourself this question, “Can I do without it Learn how to get and keep more money in today?” If you can, don’t buy it. Most of the your pockets rather than putting it into othtime you’ll quickly forget about the item and ers’ pockets. Be the one others come to for you’ll have saved the money you would have money, not the other way around and life will otherwise wasted. be a whole lot more enjoyable this way. - If you’re saving up for a larger purchase, Source: African Bank and Creative Wealth International

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Homework – To Help or Not? Getting involved with homework can reap rewards, writes Helen Currie.

ow much should we help our children into a game. For instance, write the different with homework and projects? Generally, colours in Afrikaans on a piece of paper and most of us race from work to extra lessons, stick on the bedroom wall. Then when dresssport, to the shops and home with a million ing each morning your child can say them chores, not leaving much time for even sign- out loud – and you can do spot tests! ing the homework book, never mind helping Orals can be a frightening experience for with homework. But is this right? Should we your child, but a good life skill to master. Let be involved, and if so, how much? your child prepare, practice and perfect at There is no right or wrong answer regard- home, which will build confidence for the ing helping with homework. Some children class presentation. Stress the importance thrive on their own, while others need of making eye contact and not burying their guidance. But at the end of the day, a good head in their notes. education is essential for achieving anything Projects mean researching, writing and in life, and if it means you taking over the planning, and usually a chance to improve “teacher role” at home, then it’s worth it. their marks. Help choose a topic, chat about Homework allows parents to see what where to do research, then allow your child is being taught at school, and one of the to write a rough draft on his own, which you reasons for homework is to teach children can correct. Discuss how the project will be how to work on their own. But, it’s not your presented – this is very important. Projects homework, so don’t do the homework for take lots of time, so plan to pace the work your child. Your role is to help, advise, guide, each day to meet the deadline. plan and suggest. Here’s how: Getting into a habit of encouraging and Reading is the most important aspect of overseeing homework each day, testing, learning, and affects everything we do in life. guiding, supervising and showing interest Encourage your child to read on their own in what your child is learning, will ultimately every day, but at the weekends spend time form a solid foundation in junior school listening to your child reading. An enjoyable which will see them through high school book will encourage reading, but a boring and beyond. one will dampen the enthusiasm. A parent’s job is never done, but being Tests often stress children because it’s too involved, and not doing the work, will pay off. much work at one time. Help to form a study plan, spreading the workload over a number of nights, allowing time for testing and revision. 17 ST KILDA AVENUE, DURBAN NORTH • TELEPHONE: 031 564 7848 Encourage your child EMAIL: broadacrespreprimary@icloud.com to continuously make • Small classes • All staff hold ECD qualiﬁcations & up to date First Aid certiﬁcates study notes – high• Caring Environment • Safe Playground • CAPS aligned curriculum • Mini Sport, lighting key words Ballet, Grade R Swimming, Speech & Drama • Hot meals included in fee structure and phrases Where “Educating The Future Leaders” “ We Build Foundations” you can, turn learning WWW.MUMSMAIL.COM EDUCATED LIFE

Unpacking Anxiety Katrine Anker-Nilssen takes a closer look at anxiety among learners and suggests simple coping strategies.

e deal with stress every day – both in our professional and personal lives. Unlike adults, who can communicate about how stress impacts their lives, children and teens may not recognise or even have the words to describe how they’re feeling. Positive stress responses from events such as changing schools and meeting new friends can actually help our youngsters learn and grow. But when exposed to repeated stressful events without the tools to manage feelings around it, stress can become emotionally and physically toxic. Parents and teachers can watch for short-term behaviours and physical symptoms that manifest when stress becomes a problem. “Anxiety is a combination of intrusive feelings, such as worry, rumination, fear and concern accompanied by physical sensations, such as increased heart rate, dizziness, sweating and gastrointestinal complaints,” explains counselling psychologist Sia Rees. “The amygdala, which is the emotion

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centre of the brain, is the primitive survival centre for humans and intrinsic to how we function when exposed to a life threat,” continues Sia. “When we are in danger the amygdala automatically activates a fight, flight or freeze response in us that kickstarts the release of stress hormones – giving the body the extra energy it needs in order to attain safety.” Adrenaline acquires the extra energy from the body by “stealing” it from less urgent bodily processes and functions such as digestion - which is often why anxious children complain of sore tummies – and frontal lobe processing.” “Our frontal lobes are responsible for our higher order thinking such as reasoning and problem solving. “If a learner is experiencing test anxiety, for example, they will find the test more challenging as they won’t have full access to their frontal lobes needed to solve the problems in the test,” explains Sia. A degree of stress is normal and can be a motivating force. “All learners have experienced the anxiety associated with deadlines.

This encourages them to learn important life skills such as time management,” says Sia. Common school stressors could include tests, assignments, performance, peer conflicts and challenging subjects. “Bullying can also trigger anxiety. Feeling unaccepted, disliked and like you ‘don’t fit in’ can cause learners to withdraw, which can perpetuate anxiety,” adds Sia. As children enter high school, anxiety can also be provoked by relationship challenges. And towards the end of high school a major stressor is often where/what/when to study. “There is a culture of fear and uncertainty in our country, fear that some children won’t find work and be able to sustain themselves financially, fear as to the state of the country and fear for their safety. Children are brought up amidst these fears, and this can also trigger anxiety,” says Sia. Anxiety in high school also stems from the marks that need to be achieved to get into tertiary education. “To deal with anxiety in a positive manner, we have to reduce the anxiety around some of the key decisions that need to be made in the learners’ high school journey,” says psychologist Bryce Dekker. “We want to endeavour to make the small decisions count by always asking whether we are playing towards the child’s strengths or not. In doing so, and supporting the key decision making with providing all the necessary information to make informed decisions, I think we can deal with the inevitable anxiety

as proactively as possible.” Therapy is sometimes stereotyped as being for children with “issues” or who are “crazy”. The reality is that our children are dealing with more than we ever did as children. “Today’s youth have exposure to more. They are growing up in a world that is busier, faster, smarter and more competitive. Many children don’t cope under this pressure. Giving them access to professional help can help them build grit, make necessary changes and attain a healthier balance in their lives,” says Sia. Sia suggests schools should offer teachers training on caring for the anxious child. “Anxiety awareness campaigns to both children and parents have proved to normalise the emotions associated with anxiety, and offer coping strategies and tools. It is essential for parents and teachers to feel empowered in how they support the anxious child.”

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How to Build a Relationship of Trust Between Parent and Child Trust is at the core of all positive human relationships.

his is according to Cindy Glass, Owner and Co-Founder of Step Up Education Centres. She says, “Trust, when nurtured and honoured within a family system can lead to happier, more fulfilling experiences, greatly reducing stress and anxiety. Mistrust, on the other hand, inevitably leads to hurt, tension and misery. Many believe that trust can be something one demands of another: ‘You must trust me!’ Research, however, has shown that trust is earned, in small gestures and in moments in time.” International speaker, Brene’ Brown says that actions demonstrating trustworthiness are likened to marbles. Every time one demonstrates or actions a trust behaviour, you can put a marble in a jar. However, when a behaviour demonstrating mistrust occurs, you can remove a whole handful of those marbles and it will take a lot of hard work to replace the marbles of trust again. Trust is earned. It cannot be demanded of anyone. Parents want their kids to trust them and children

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want the same of their parents. Cindy explains that it is up to parents to make the first move in modelling the behaviours that create relationships of trust within the family. Nurturing trust requires action. Cindy gives five actionable behaviours that you can implement to help create and nurture trust within your families: Learn to listen to understand: There is a difference between hearing and listening. Listening entails eye contact and a genuine, sincere interest in what the other person is saying. Strive for non-judgemental parenting: Children who hide their challenges and negative behavioural choices (creating a sense of mistrust) most often do this because they are fearful of their parent’s reactions! Keep the lines of communication open by assuring your children that you do, indeed, have their back. Seek positive solutions to challenges together. This does not mean that you must overlook or justify behaviours. It simply means

that your children will fall from time to time and they need a safe, trustworthy place to seek solutions. Be your word: Do what you say and say what you do, consistently and sincerely. Be the person your children can rely on: Keep your promises. Consistently tell the truth. Establish boundaries and accountability: Just as you are accountable for your own behaviours, teach your children to own theirs. “Your children will most likely model what you do rather than what you say. With patience and love, you can learn to trust each other, despite the difficulties and challenges that you will face as a family. Remember that each action that creates trust is like a marble being put into the ‘trust jar’. Breaking that trust is like taking a handful of marbles out of the jar. It is way better to consistently build trust than to have to try and regain trust that has been broken,” Cindy concludes. Visit www.stepuped.co.za.

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School Health Week A government initiative promising to make the health of school children a priority, School Health Week runs from 4 to 8 March.

he School Health Screening Programme, targeted towards schools in areas least likely to have access to health care services, brings basic health screening to learners at schools in areas that have been identified as priority health districts. That being said, the week serves as a reminder to talk to our children about how to be healthy and adopt healthy habits. Exercising, getting enough sleep, having the recommended dental and medical check-ups and washing hands often are all top priority. However, the first step to good health is good nutrition. Encouraging healthy eating habits in children should begin at home and be reinforced at school in their lunchbox. A healthy lunch will ensure that your child’s energy levels do not drop, helping him to concentrate and learn. Get them involved Ask your child what he would like to have in his lunchbox and rope him in to help pre-

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pare his lunch. This works particularly with fussy eaters who are more likely to eat if they feel like they have some ownership over what is put in front of them. The main act Include healthy options from the five food groups; vegetables, fruit, carbs, dairy and protein. Fruit – fresh fruit is best. Dried fruit, fruit tape and fruit bars tend to be sticky, high in sugar and low in fibre so are best avoided, save for the odd treat. Vegetables – vegetable sticks like carrots, colourful peppers and cucumber are fun to eat with a dip like humus or tzatziki. Other veggies like sweet potato and butternut fries (made in an air fryer) and cherry tomatoes make great lunchbox fillers. Dairy – yoghurt (freeze and add to an insulated lunchbox for a refreshing froyo in summer), cheese slices, cubes or wedges, Carbs – sandwiches day in and day out can get boring. Switch things up with rolls, pita bread, wraps, flat bread, focaccias, savoury muffins, rice cakes, stir fried rice, pasta salad and couscous. Protein – On their own, or added to carbs. Think boiled eggs, meatballs, biltong, nut butters, tuna and chicken/meat. Quinoa and lentils can be mixed into pasta - the kids won’t even know they are there. Edamame beans and roasted chickpeas can also make for great snacks! Quench their thirst If your child refuses to drink water, jazz up their bottle by adding mint, cucumber, lemon or other fruit. To get the best flavoured infused water, gently squish mint leaves or fruit like strawberries before adding to water – this will release even more flavour. By Khurshid Guffar.

Building Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Play Children are naturally wired with a desire to play – where adults might see a simple cardboard box, a child envisions an exciting new fantasy world where anything is possible.

pending time creating these realms of possibility in their minds is how children develop their ability to be creative and, ironically, to think outside of the box. By simply having the freedom to play, children are not just having fun, but learning new skills and making huge strides in their physical, cognitive and emotional development. This lays the foundation for the careers they will one day choose, the types of interests they will develop, and the kind of adults they will one day grow up to be.

The state of play As digital technology advances, so has the landscape of play as we know it, making it a far more dynamic and overlapping experience that brings the real world, imaginary play and digital experiences together as one. Children today are more inclined toward digital play, while the current generation of parents still prefer physical activity like sport and ‘rough and tumble’ play. Interestingly, children still want their parents and caregivers to play with them

– even if it is digital-based play like streaming a TV show or playing a game app on a tablet. This has resulted in a shift in play – parents are incorporating technology into games and playtime with their children and agree - despite a belief that screen time is anything but healthy - that digital play can be creative and rewarding for children, and a way to bring families closer together. Playing to learn Play is incredibly important in a child’s development and journey of learning, and playing together as a family is just as crucial for building stronger family ties. Having the freedom to play breeds creativity and encourages a sense of curiosity, while specific focus areas like ‘constructive play’ gives children a goal to work towards and a sense of progress and achievement as they go. By Kristian Imhof, Country Manager for The LEGO® Group in South Africa

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Why Does Your Child Battle to Cope with Stress? CHILDREN GO THROUGH IMMENSE STRESS IN THE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT AND OFTEN FALL PREY TO BURN OUT, FEAR OF FAILURE, PEER PRESSURE AND LOW SELF-ESTEEM

ow can they find a balance in their overwhelming schedules? Firstly, they need to adopt the right attitude towards their academic and social life, thus harnessing a positive mind-set. Encourage them to focus on one thing at a time and complete a task before moving on to the next one They can learn new coping mechanisms and tools to empower themselves towards new healthy patterns. Help boost their internal motivation and self-discipline to work consistently. Life Skills Coaching amazingly builds self-confidence and provides children with the right tools to become a well-rounded child with increased levels of positivity and resilience to overcome life’s challenges. Developing emotional intelligence and building a healthy self-esteem are important qualities to foster in a child at a young age. This allows them to reach their optimal potential in life. Life Skills Coaching is suited for children from age five and older. Farah Manjoo is a Kids Empowerment Coach and Learning Strategist. She is also

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Fun Time, All the Time with Mimbee 2020 has started off with a great big bang, with the Mimbee Time Teach watch continuing to be one of the most popular styles in the South African designed and inspired kids’ accessory range.

f you’re not yet a Mimbee fan and the Time Teach watch has not yet crossed your path, you’re in for a treat! Learning to tell the time is not an easy task, but the team at Mimbee has designed the dial of this fun timepiece to make telling the time a breeze. A new kid on the Time teach watch block, is the girls’ ultra-shimmery mermaid strap style. There is the option of either a rose gold case, or a silver case – both equally sparkly to brighten up any outfit, but still practical enough for everyday use! Keen to get creative? The Mimbee Colour

in Watch will melt the hours away by giving your little one a crafty job to do – the end result being their very own watch coloured to their choice! This watch comes in two different designs - rainbows and unicorns or space. Each set includes kokis to let your little ones get cracking! The Mimbee design team is hard at work creating exciting new styles to join the range – follow them on Facebook to keep up to date on when these new items will hit stores, as well as the latest list of Mimbee stockists. Visit www.mimbee.co.za or find them on Facebook: @mimbeekids.

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Cute Easter Treat For Kids Bunny Fairy Bread

Here’s an adorable Easter lunch you can pack your kids or make as a cute snack that will get them in a “hoppy” mood. You will need: • Thick white bread (we like the “Texas style” toast you can find in the bread aisle of most supermarkets) • Cream cheese • Pink or red food colouring (optional) • Sprinkles • You’ll also need a bunny cookie cutter To make the bread, simply slice the crust off two slices of bread, cut out a bunny on one piece of bread, set aside. Spread cream cheese on the bread without the cookie cutter, add the cut-out bread on top. Fill in the cut-out with sprinkles. Optional: place cream cheese in sandwich bag, snip one end off, and pipe a cottontail on top of the sprinkled bunny. With your cut out bunny bread, you can tint some cream cheese pink with food colouring, frost and also pipe a tail on! That way nothing goes to waste. Source: www.hellowonderful.co.

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You will need: • White cardstock • Coloured cardstock – yellow, pink, and blue • Medium-sized googly eyes • Pom-Poms for the nose – yellow, pink and blue • Cotton Balls • Pipe Cleaners – yellow, pink and blue • Glue • A printed Bunny Template (www.thebestideasforkids.com/) Steps: First print out the bunny template or freehand draw the shapes for the cards. For the bunny face, fold your white cardstock in half and then trace the face part of the template so that the card will open up. Trace and cut out the ear templates. Draw around white cardstock for the outer ear and coloured cardstock for the inner ear. Then glue the inner ear to the outer ear template and glue this to the back of the card. Add some glue around the outer ear and the CHERRY tHE Clown Funtastic Fun For All

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Ice-Cream Sandwich Treats Scoop out the amount for each sandwich and place them on a parchment lined baking sheet, right up against the edge. Let the ice-cream soften a bit so you can smooth it out to create flat-ish rectangles. Put the tray back in the freezer to let the ice-cream harden again for at least an hour. Then when they’re hard, carefully sandwich them between your wafers/crackers. The parchment should peel away easily if you let the ice-cream harden. You’ll get a very rough looking ice-cream sandwich. This is where you take a large sharp knife and some room temperature water and carefully trim off the rough edges. Return them to the freezer one last time to get them nice and firm before you serve them. Source: www.thesweetescape.ca.

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Maybe you’re hosting a family Easter get together or just want to try something fun for the kiddos. It’s super simple, you only need three things for this recipe: • Crackers/biscuits like tennis biscuits or wafers • Vanilla Ice-cream • Food colouring The first step is to separate your vanilla ice-cream into as many bowls as you want colours. You need about 1.5 cups of ice-cream for each sandwich. If you want to make it even more simple, you can stick to one colour and then you don’t have to worry about making separate portions. Then play with your food colouring and mix up some different colours. Once you’re happy with your colours, put the ice-cream back in the freezer to harden for at least an hour.

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Scavenging for Easter Scavenger Hunts are a great way to turn those frowns upside down when the excitement of the Easter egg hunt is over. When you’re armed with your list, you can clip it onto your fancy clipboard if that’s the route you’re going, and you’re ready to rock and roll. When your children have finished trawling the garden for their Easter eggs, are probably experiencing a sugar high second to none and looking to you for some entertainment, would be the perfect time to whip out your scavenger hunt card. Grab the clipboard, pen or pencil and send the little scavengers out for more fun garden time. Now it’s your turn to sit back, relax and let them come to you with their spoils.

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oning your children’s observation and problem-solving skills can’t be overstated. A scavenger hunt is a wonderful tool to make them more aware of nature and their surroundings. What you’ll need: • Scavenger hunt list • Clipboard • Pen/pencil • Bucket/basket Planning the hunt and what your list is going to be made up of, taking your child’s age into account is the first step. Your list can be as simple as “stone, feather, leaf” or as complex as solving rhymes and riddles to get them to first guess what they need to find before sending them out hunting. Perhaps create a list that includes things like a bucket, spade, gloves, fork, seeds, fertiliser etc. to make up a little gardening starter kit for them to end off by making a small garden they can nurture.

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Creative Easter Egg Hunts Fed up with the fun being over in three minutes flat? Here are five unique egg hunts to try!

ho doesn’t like shopping? Hide ‘Bunny Munny’ in several of the plastic eggs to buy things at the “Bunny Emporium”. Pick up several fun Easter trinkets at your local discount store or things that appeal to your children (toys, movies, books). Price them at different price points and have your children “shop” with their money. Colour hunt: Assign hunters a particular colour/s to find on their hunt. This is especially good when hunting with mixed ages, as it allows the younger children a chance to find equal amount of eggs. Flashlight Hunt: Put together your hunt the night before Easter. Using flashlights and glow-in-the-dark paint on the eggs, kids will love to find their eggs at night! Easter Egg Checklist: Give each hunter a

list of what particular eggs they are supposed to find - “four yellow eggs, three purple eggs, and one golden egg” etc. This turns it into a true hunt and you will find the kids end up helping each other out. Scavenger hunt: Older kids love a good hunt. With a little bit of pre-work, this will be a favourite! Put clues to find each consecutive egg in the plastic eggs hidden throughout the entire house and let the ultimate find be their Easter Baskets. Be creative with your clues (“Hop on over to the place which makes you go brrrr…”) and make your kids think! The only drawback to having a fun Easter Egg Hunt? The kids will come to expect a creative hunt every year! Source: www.kidsactivitiesblog.com.

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Spring Chicks Egg Carton Craft Grab some egg cartons, paint, and a few other craft supplies to make these chicks!

fun kids’ craft project to make for Easter or as a rainy day activity! You will need: • Egg cartons • Acrylic paint & brush • Glue, scissors, marker • Construction paper Directions: 1. Cut apart two egg holders from the carton and trim off the excess on the edges. 2. Glue the two pieces together. 3. Paint and allow to dry. 4. Add a beak and some eyes. And that’s it! With such few supplies needed, this is a great last minute craft for a rainy day. I had everything I needed in my craft supply stash. Source: www.typicallysimple.com.

Chick & Lamb Easter Craft T

o make the Chick you will need a yellow paper plate (or paint a white one with yellow acrylic paint), orange scrapbook paper, yellow feathers, googly eyes, craft glue, and scissors. Add googly eyes, a paper beak and legs, and add feathers for the wings. To make the Lamb you will need a white paper plate, cotton balls, grey or black scrapbook paper, googly eyes, craft glue, and scissors. Glue cotton balls to the paper plate until it’s covered. Cut out four strips of scrapbook paper for the legs, an oval for the head, and two little oval ears. Fold the four strips accordion-style and glue to the back of the plate. Glue ears onto the back of the lamb’s head and googly eyes to the front. Glue the lamb’s head onto the cotton ballcovered plate. We hope you and your little ones enjoy making these! Source: www.blog.vickybarone.com.

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Easy Ways to Beat School Holiday Boredom at Home Already starting to quake at the thought of the kids moaning “I’m bored!” five seconds into the first day of the school holidays?

ere are some fun activities to keep them occupied without leaving home. Hold a cupcake/cookie decorating competition This 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 open-ended way that will lead to adventures and imaginative play.

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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! DIY science experiments Science experiments are fun learning games that will delight any child. Watching how the world works is much more fun when it’s something you’ve created yourself. Source: www.kidspot.com.au.

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Affordable Holiday Outings The school holidays are here and we all know it’s difficult (and expensive) trying to keep the kids entertained during the holidays.

ut you need to get them out of the house or they will drive you bonkers! So here is a list of affordable places you can visit in Durban and further afield, that won’t break the bank!

Umgeni River Bird Park

his is always a fun outing for the kids – you can take your time wandering around, learning about all the birdlife and even feed and interact with some of them. Plus they have daily bird shows and an awesome playground and coffee shop. They are open every day from 9am to 5pm. Entrance is R55 per adult, R36 for kids over three and R30 for pensioners. Visit www.urbp.co.za.

People’s Park at Moses Mabhida Stadium

his is a free outing that has so much to offer. The huge playground offers fun for the kids, plus there is ample space to ride bikes/scooters and roller skate etc. There are usually go-karts for hire as well, and a lovely restaurant where mom and dad can relax. Entrance is free. Visit www.mmstadium.com/attractions/peoples-park/.

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Mitchell Park Zoo

itchell Park Zoo only costs R9 for kids and R11 for adults. There are various animals and birds – even giant tortoises and an alpaca! There is lots to see and my son just loves going there. Afterwards you can stop in at the restaurant where there is a play area and activities for the kids – sand art, beading and a playdough station. Call 031 303 2275.

Durban Natural Science Museum

ne of South Africa’s smallest but busiest natural science museums; it is renowned for its realistic dioramas (habitat groups), life size T-Rex model, near-complete Dodo skeleton and Egyptian mummy, Peten Amen. It is open to the public 363 days a year and admission is free! Call 031 – 311 2256.

Mini Town

ini Town is a mini replica of old Durban and is one of Durban’s iconic beachfront attractions. Entrance is R20 for kids and R25 for adults and it is also an NPO that raises funds for the Quadriplegic Association of KZN. Children of all ages will love this outing – it even has a working harbour! Call 031 337 7892.

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Ricksha Bus Tour

his is a three-hour guided bus tour of Durban’s best attractions, including the beachfront, uShaka Marine World, Emmanuel Cathedral, Victoria Street Market, Burman Bush, and Blue Lagoon. Adults cost R100 and children cost R50 - children under six ride free! Call 031 322 4209.

Virginia Circle Miniature Steam Train Rides

s a hidden gem in Durban North and well worth a visit. It is at The Durban Society of Model Engineers, and every 2nd Sunday of the month they open the club to the general public to come and ride on the trains that the members have built. It is great fun and the kids have a ball. They have diesel engines and full steam engines that pull the children around the club grounds. And it’s affordable too. Visit www.dsme.co.za.

Port Natal Maritime Museum

s great fun for kids and adults alike. Backed by a panoramic view of Durban Harbour, the museum offers an insight into the influence of maritime culture on local life while also reflecting on the rigours and romance of lives lived at sea. Amazing voyages, dramatic tales and old yet inspiring collections form the basis of an unforgettable experience, with attractions including the multi-ton floating vessels. It’s an affordable outing at R5 per adult and R3 per child. Visit www.durbanhistorymuseums.org.za/port-natal-maritime-museum.

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Wet Rock Indoor Water Park

n Waterfall is one I have yet to try but it sounds AMAZING! You can go come rain or shine, and you don’t have to worry about sunburn either. They are open seven days a week during the school holidays, and there is a café with a menu for the whole family, plus a baby and toddler dry zone nearby so you can relax while watching your littlies play. The best part is the slides are suitable for adults too! Visit www.wetrockadventures.co.za.

Go Bananaz

s really something different and they are open Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays and every day in the school holidays. It offers good, clean, safe outdoor fun for kids up to age 12. Kids can play organised sport on a mini-court, learn balance and co-ordination on an air-gym and also literally ‘go bananaz’ in a safe and controlled environment. Entrance is R80 per child and you are allowed to take your own picnic, or you can make use of their kiosk for food and refreshments. Visit www.gobananaz.co.za.

PheZulu Safari Park

isit PheZulu Safari Park in the Valley of a 1000 Hills, where the highlight is the Crocodile and Snake Park tour. You can also do the Zulu Cultural Village tour and watch the Traditional Zulu Dancing Show or go on a game drive. Visit www.phezulusafaripark.co.za.

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Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park

o biking at Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park in Hillcrest. The kids can have fun on the BMX track or you can try out the 40km mountain bike trail together. There are two restaurants, an art gallery and picnic areas. Contact 031 - 769 1527, info@gibagorge.co.za, www.gibagorge.co.za.

Beachwood Mangroves

he Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve is only open to the public on the third Saturday of every month from 8am to 1pm (or you can arrange a special visit with the conservation officer). Although this technically does not fall during the holidays, it is a great outing for the whole family. There is no cost and it’s great to be out in nature, learning about this important ecosystem on our doorstep. Contact 082 559 2839.

Botanic Gardens

his is also a free venue with loads of fun to offer. You can take a walk around the beautiful gardens or lounge by the lake and have a picnic in the shade. Look for tadpoles in the pond, explore the orchid house, or feed the ducks in the lake – make sure you feed them bird-friendly foods like oats or wild bird seed – NOT bread! And watch out for the cheeky monkeys and geese! Visit www.durbanbotanicgardens.org.za.

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Exciting March Events Shongweni Farmers’ & Craft Market Christmas Extravaganza When: 7, 14, 21, 28 March, 6.30am – 11.30am Where: Lot 457, Mr551 Road, Shongweni. Cost: Free This market oozes with stereotypical country charm. Treat yourself with breakfast and peruse stalls at a leisurely place as hands-on producers passionately talk you through their wares from traditional English sausages to decadent baked goods, handcrafted organic cheeses, breads and rustic French staples like terrines and rillettes. You’ll also find Middle Eastern and Mediterranean specialities from baklava to falafel. If you’re shopping with a conscience you can buy organic veg or a pre-installed, irrigated system to grow your own organic vegetables. Visit www.shongwenimarket.co.za

Blythedale Coastal Adventure Market When: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March, 10am Where: Blythedale Coastal Resort Cost: Free The Blythedale Coastal Adventure Market is set on the pristine North Coast in Blythedale and boasts some of the most breath-taking views, coupled with an indigenous forest surrounding and crystal blue oceans on its doorstep. The market is like no other KZN has seen before, with the concept being adventure activities paired with local vendors, creating a unique market blend. This includes the best fresh local produce and artisanal food the North Coast has to offer. Entertainment is going to be a key part of this adventure market, and we have interesting artists displaying their musical talent on the first Sunday of every month. Visit: www.blythedale.co.za/adventure-market/

Golden Hours Family Market When: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March, 10am – 3pm. Where: Uitsig Road, Prospect Hall, Durban North. Cost: Free The Golden Hours Family Market in Durban North is a great opportunity for some fun and alternative retail therapy; come and relax, mingle and shop, open EVERY Sunday 10am to 3pm with live music. Huge adventure playground. Safe off road parking. Ideal outing for the whole family. Pets welcome. For more information: lyn.wilson.ad@gmail.com. WWW.MUMSMAIL.COM DIARY DATES

Soul Sunday Sessions When: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March, 12pm Where: 10 Ranleigh Crescent, Durban North. Cost: Free Spice up your Sundays at the weekly Soul Sunday Sessions at Northwood Crusaders Sports Club in Durban North. Expect a great line-up of live music, good food, drink specials and loads of fun for the whole family. Entrance is FREE and there is plenty of parking, as well as open and undercover seating if the weather doesn’t play along. For more info: www.facebook.com/cweedevents.

Late Night Comedy When: 7 March, 8:30pm Where: Protea Mall Corner Lighthouse and Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga Rocks Cost: R150pp Samoka and On Fire Comedy proudly present Late Night Comedy, featuring Jem Atkins & Mo Vawda. Two of SA’s funniest Comedians team up for an evening of top-class stand-up comedy you won’t soon forget! Seating is limited – book your place today! Book at www.quicket.co.za.

Marriott Ballito Beats: Prime Circle When: 8 March, 1pm Where: Sugar Rush Park, Ballito Cost: R140pp Hello Ballito! We’re back. And to kick-start the 2020 Marriott Ballito Beats music series, we’re bringing one of the greats to your very backyard: Multi-award winning rock band, Prime Circle, are ready to rock you this summer. Visit www.ballitobeats.co.za. To book: www.webtickets.co.za.

Family Therapy When: 4 - 15 March Where: Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre Cost: R180pp Put yourself in the hands of master comedians Aaron McIlroy and Lisa Bobbert as they navigate the rocky shoals and hazardous terrain of life on the home front! Family. The place where individuals are nurtured, grown, treasured and driven crazy! It’s never been harder to run a functional family. Everyone knows that only family members get to push the buttons that send us round the bend! Book at Computicket.

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HERE’S TO YOU - “SIMON & GARFUNKEL SONGBOOK” When: 19 – 29 March Where: Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre Cost: R150 – R230pp Fall in love with the music of Simon & Garfunkel all over again in this dynamic and uplifting musical journey through more than twenty of their classic hits. The familiar and chart-topping songs of the hit duo, Paul Simon & Art Garfunkel will be performed live at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre from 19 to 29 March 2020 by eight highly talented local singers in “Here’s to You” The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook national tour including Johannesburg Cape Town and for the first time Sasolburg. Tickets are on sale now at Computicket.

PINOCCHIO - Holiday Kids Fun When: 24 – 28 March Where: Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Rd off Bartle Road, Durban Cost: R75pp Well-known Durban family show, entertainer and magical clown Adi Paxton, presents her latest show at Rhumbelow in the March holidays: With hats, wigs, masks, unusual objects and some magic tricks, this is a fun funky updated take on a true children’s story classic. With a lot of fun along the way the interactive elements, stimulate creativity, imagination and encourage participation.in this rendition of the original Italian classic. The perfect holiday delight for children of all ages, 4 to 400!! Book at COMPUTICKET or email Roland on roland@stansell.co.za.

The Musgrave Market When: 7, 14, 21, 28 March at 9am Where: Berea Park, Stephen Dlamini Rd, Durban There’s a host of food stalls, live music, craft and thrift stalls plus lots to do including horse and pony rides, henna art, cup cake decorating, slime decorating, face painting and more… The Musgrave Market is held at Berea Park under the lush canopy of trees that line this beautiful park. The market is wheelchair and animal friendly so you can bring the whole family along. The kids will stay occupied with the kids’ entertainment available while you browse the variety of stalls selling everything from one-of-a-kind handmade items to bargain second hand items. Contact: melissa@themusgravemarket.co.za or visit www.themusgravemarket.co.za. WWW.MUMSMAIL.COM DIARY DATES

I Heart Market When: 7 March at 08:30am – 2pm Where: The Hay Store, Cnr Camperdown Rd and Albert Terrace, Durban The first #iheartmarket of 2020 will be the annual SUMMER SALE on 2 February! Bump into old friends, make some new ones and lazily stroll through stalls featuring quality locally designed and produced items. We’re a community of makers, and as you trade your Rands for one-of-a-kind creations, you can rest easy knowing that you’re helping to grow the local creative scene! Visit www.iheartmarket.com.

Beachwood Mangroves When: 21 March, 8am – 1pm Where: Beachwood Mangroves, Riverside, Durban North The Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve is only open to the public on the third Saturday of every month from 8am to 1pm (or you can arrange a special visit with the conservation officer). Although this technically does not fall during the holidays, it is a great outing for the whole fam¬¬¬¬ily. There is no cost and it’s great to be out in nature, learning about this important ecosystem on our doorstep. Contact 082 559 2839.

Cirque Rock: A Rock Extravaganza When: 12 March – 19 April Where: The Barnyard Theatre, Suncoast Cost: R180pp Bonjour Ladies and Gentlemen - be ready to be electrified by the extravaganza that is… Cirque Rock! Cirque Rock is visual experience that combines high energy and dramatic dance routines set to music. Cirque Rock also features mind blowing signature acts of silk, pole, straps and acrobatics Get ready for an extravaganza that is like no other rock show in the world – Cirque Rock – the show that will blow your mind! To book: www.barnyardtheatre.co.za.

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