Mum's Mail Durban October 2017 by Mum's Mail

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Issue 150 • Durban • October 2017

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In this issue... Everyday Life

2 - 15

Message from the Editor, meet the Cover Stars, The Color Run ticket giveaway, model agency, school labels, charity walk for the blind, readers’ letters, and enter to win a mini break at Cathedral Peak Hotel.

Pet Life

Advice on cleaning your cat’s teeth (part 2).

Business Life

Tips for workplace security and job opportunities.

Delicious Life

Restaurant review and a juice extractor giveaway plus recipe.

Home Life

18 - 19

18 - 23

Read about a local shower and bath specialists and a removal company you can trust.

Healthy Life

24 - 34

Health and beauty tips and advice, win a Sterimar hamper, advice on maternal depression, breast cancer awareness, Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre, chiropractic advice for sporty children, fitness hacks and managing stress.

Beautiful Life

34 - 41

42 - 45

Win a rejuvenating skin peel or a pedicure for you and friend, or a hamper of natural body products, plus beauty tips and advice.

Kids’ Life

Win a Hauck travel system valued at R8 999 or a baby hamper from Oops, and read some valuable car seat advice.

Educated Life

45 - 53

54 - 59

Win a cricket seminar for your child, read about the Adopt-a-School Foundation, plus advice on teaching your children to save and develop study strategies.

Party Life

Party tips and ideas, creepy nature craft for kids, awesome toy giveaway, plus nature activities for kids.

Laidback Life

62 - 63

Win a book hamper from Bargain Books!

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Diary Dates

Featuring lots of events, festivals and markets happening in your area.

The Mum’s Mail Team

Editor: Victoria Arthur • editor@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 5) Operations Director: Andrew Arthur • andrew@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 Sub-Editor: Sarah Mackintosh • sarah@mumsmail.com • 072 384 9553 Accounts: Daniella Fensome • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 3) • Enquiries: Natalie Wilcox • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 1) Advertising Sales: Bev Delew • bev@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 0) Designer: Wendy Offer Models: Skholiwe, Lwazi & Elihle • Photographer: Dominique Josephine Photography • FB: DominiqueJosephinePhotography DISCLAIMER: Neither the Publisher, Printer or Editor can be held responsible for damages or consequences of any omissions or errors, as every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in Mum’s Mail. We do not guarantee the performance or quality of service of any of the advertisers in this magazine. No part of Mum’s Mail magazine may be reproduced without the written consent of the Editor.

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Editor’s Life

Welcome to our ’Hay Fever Season’ issue! Goodness me, you can tell Spring is here! This is the time of year that I dread the most as I suffer from hay fever terribly, especially in September/October. But on the other hand, it is nice to have a few braais in the evenings again now, which I love. What a jam packed October issue we have for you! We have some fantastic competitions, once again this month. One is to win a Hauck Travel System worth R8999, another is to win a weekend away for 2 people to Cathedral Peak Hotel worth R6000, plus lots, lots more! Go to www. mumsmail.com/competitions now to be in with a chance to WIN one of our many competitions!

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I am so pleased to announce that we smashed last year’s fundraising total – we raised a staggering R274 000 at this year’s Mum’s Mail High Tea for The Sunflower Fund, which was nearly R60K more than last year! I’d like to say a massive ‘Thank You’ again to everyone who made this event possible, from all of the sponsors – small and large, to the fundraising team, including Alice Leah of The A List and Steph Berry of The Sunflower Fund, to name but a few. Thanks also to my fabulous team at Mum’s Mail and the many volunteers who generously gave of their time to help such an amazing charity! Last but not least though, is the ladies who attended the event – you all looked stunning and contributed so much to make this happen – you should all be very proud of yourselves for being part of such an amazing achievement. Well done indeed. We will now take a few months off before planning commences for next year’s event!

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Cover Stars

Meet the Cover Stars

Our gorgeous cover stars are Skholiwe all my kisses are forced. Her hobby is eating Ndlovu and Lwazi Nkosi with their lovely everything within her reach and she’s very daughter, Elihle. good at destroying the house!” An ex-Sharks rugby player, Skholiwe is a director of Trident Retail, which imports and distributes primarily baby products, particularly a premium exclusive German brand called HAUCK. He is outgoing and enjoys spending time with friends and meeting new people. Lwazi is loving and very easy going when she opens up – otherwise she keeps to herself in general. She loves the outdoors and photography. The family live in Ballito. Elihle is 11 months old and she has a good balance of her mom’s and dad’s personalities! She is a very independent girl already and loves people - especially other babies. “She loves looking at herself in the mirror - no telling who that’s from,” jokes her dad. “She doesn’t like to be kissed, so

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“As a family we enjoy doing anything outdoors where she can just wander around finding interesting things to shove in her mouth,” laughs Skholiwe. Skholiwe says becoming a parent has taught him discipline and patience. “I’ve always been a get up and go sort of person, and like to live in the moment, and with a kid that is impossible to do. Everything is carefully planned well in advance, so I’ve just adapted to that way of life,” he says. Skholiwe concludes with this advice to other parents: “It’s very important to give each partner their space and allow them to form their own bond/parenting style with their little one - don’t try and impose yours on them every time.”

Written by Sarah Mackintosh

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Everyday Life

Durbs: Can You Handle all the Heroes? The Color Run is back! In 2017, it’s bringing The Superhero Tour to Durban’s shores. Strap on your capes – it’s gonna get colourful. The Happiest 5K on the Planet is back in Durban this October… but this year, you’d better pack your superpowers because the city’s superheroes will be challenging you to get more colourful than you thought possible. That’s right – you might have heard the rumours. The Color Run’s Superhero Tour is all about believing in the superhero in each and every one of us.

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Make sure your cape is ironed: When: 22 October 2017 Where: Durban North College, 25/26 Prospect Hall Rd, Durban North Time: 9am for 10am Hashtag: #TheHappiest5k and #TCRHero #livebetter Tickets: www.thecolorrun.co.za Did you know, The Color Run South Africa raised over R500 000 in 2016 for local causes and educational based initiatives in the areas it visits? In addition, Capitec Bank donates R10 for each ticket sold to its various educational upliftment programmes, ensuring South Africans are given the opportunity to live better. This year Color Runners have a chance to wrestle rainbows under the Eiffel Tower! The superhero of the year will grab their favourite person, and jet off to The Color Run in Paris, France, in 2018. To enter, tag a pic of you being a superhero with #TCRHero and share the main Facebook page - The Color Run South Africa, with your friends.

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Everyday Life

Mobile Model Management

Mobile Model Management is an agency and school that provides professional modelling training. Become a professional model and be promoted for photoshoots, fashion events, promotions, commercials and much more! With 17 years’ experience and 73 titles won by owner and founder Shaun Stander, Mobile Model Management offers the most personalised service and training that is drawn from Shaun’s own experience. Shaun founded the company in 2003 and has local as well as international show experience - from shopping centre launches to corporate fashion shows and competitions. With the one-on-one personal management, Mobile Model Management helps to build models to the best that they can be. They offer training that includes professional modelling skills of poise and posture, grooming, dance and fitness, public speaking and interview skills, and most importantly for career development within the industry; runway, pageant, photographic and commercial skills. Other skills developed

for professional and personal benefit include life skills and confidence development. They encourage models to have a healthy mind, to be happy within themselves and live healthy lifestyles. They develop class and style while promoting friendship at the same time. Mobile Model Management values all models and strives to give them all a fair and equal chance. Mobile Model Management caters for males and females of all ages, heights and sizes. They have branches in Durban North, Morningside, Bluff, Westville, Malvern and Scottburgh, with new branches opening soon. Sign up today and receive a free portfolio! Quote “Mum’s Mail” and receive a 20% discount on registration!

Contact Mobile Model Management on 082 342 2515, shaun@modelm.co.za or visit www.modelm.co.za. Facebook: Mobile Model Management, Instagram: Mobile_Model_Management.

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Everyday Life

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Just Labels self-adhesive label products provide a simple, cost effective and reliable method of labelling personal items. Since 1996 parents have enjoyed the practicality of their labels for clothing, shoes and stationery. They use materials of the highest quality, sourced from around the world.

Ordering online is really easy: Step 1: Choose your label type. Step 2: Create a custom label. Step 3: Continue to checkout by entering delivery details and complete payment process. Step 4: Order is dispatched within seven to 10 days of payment.

The Just Labels product range is constantly expanding to suit their customers’ changing needs, and each year they return a percentage of the company’s turnover to participating schools. If your school wants to use their service to raise funds, contact them and they will supply products to meet Product packs with a variety of different your school’s needs. labels are available from as little as R100, ranging up to the jumbo pack for R380. Now School Labels: is the time to order those labels for next • Packs of labels • Bag tags • Book labels year’s school or work year, so get clicking! • Clothing labels (iron on/sew on) • Mini labels • Shoe labels • Stationery labels Visit www.justlabels.co.za to order, or (waterproof) • Wrap-around pencil labels call them on 031 – 266 1738 or e-mail • Large general labels sales@justlabels.co.za.

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Everyday Life

Eye Can Walk Blind Comrades runner, Richard Monisi, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in June earlier this year. He’d been walking to the local shopping centre with a friend when a car veered out of control and hit them both. This was one incident, of many, highlighting the urgent need for motorists to be more aware of Blind pedestrians.

in pairs, with one person being partially blindfolded and led by the other person (with a reversal of roles half way into the walk).

“We could have chosen the promenade for the walk, but that would have lost the impact of the message we are trying to convey to motorists: that they need to be On Wednesday 13 September, the KZN careful and aware of Blind pedestrians and Blind and Deaf Society (KZNBDS) hosted a athletes,” said Shamila Surjoo, Director of breakfast event to launch their inaugural the KZNBDS. “Eye Can Walk” campaign to the media and other VIP guests. With October being Eye Entries are now open for “Eye Can Walk” at Care Awareness month, this “walk with a only R50 per person, including one blindfold difference” event will take place on Sunday per pair. Food stalls and entertainment will 15 October, to coincide with International be on offer on the day. White Cane Day, commemorated annually. The start is at Berea Rovers, and the Visit www.eventtiming.info/eyecanwalk participants will proceed towards Blue to enter or visit www.facebook.com/ Lagoon via the beachfront, finally returning eyecanwalk for more info or email to Rovers. During the 5km event the director@kznbds.org.za. participants will be encouraged to walk

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Readers’ Life

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• I just wanted to thank Mum’s Mail for the amazing prize of a two-night stay at the Cathedral Peak Hotel. My husband and I spent the weekend 11 to 13 August there, which we decided was a bit of a belated 18 year wedding anniversary for June! Our accommodation was superb, the views were amazing and well, as for the food... spectacular! Thank you for an incredibly special and blessed treat. Natasha Froude. • Thank you for an awesome magazine. Suzette van den Dool. • Your mag is still my favourite read and the number one mag I go to for anything. Veerasha Maharaj. • Home sweet home - where have you been all my life Mum’s Mail? As a first time mom things can sometimes be very hard. I gave birth to a beautiful little girl in April 2017 and have just recently discovered Mum’s Mail. I am so excited to share how the magazine has inspired me to be more than just the ordinary mom. With so many exciting articles it’s no wonder we can call ourselves Super Moms with all the advertisements, competitions, events, advice, recipes, event planning, functions, day care and so much more! This magazine is recommended to any mom out there. Keep up the good work and thank you once again. I look forward to reading my monthly copy of Mum’s Mail. Natasha Lourens.

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Everyday Life

Cathedral Peak Hotel

Discover a paradise of fresh mountain air and exquisite surroundings. Cathedral Peak is renowned for its natural beauty and the award-winning four-star hotel is one of South Africa’s firm favourites. From its cosy setting in a quiet valley, visitors look out onto a jagged ridge of mountains known as the Cathedral Spur; the escarpment looms above the hotel to the South and West. For three generations, the van der Riet family has offered guests hospitality, quality and value for money. The lure of the great outdoors combined with the hotel’s many facilities brings families back for holidays, time and again. Hotel guests can enjoy a host of sports activities, including heated splash and paddling pools, swimming pool, tennis, squash, horse and pony rides, trout fishing, bowls, floodlit mini-adventure golf, volleyball, archery, quad bikes, mountain bike trails, gym with steam room. The challenging nine-hole golf course has a fully equipped clubhouse with panoramic views.

This picturesque “Thinking Golfer’s Course” has alternate tees for an 18-hole game. An exclusive conference facility offers multivariable seating for up to 200 delegates in a choice of five venues. The charming stone chapel with its magnificent view is the perfect setting for a memorable wedding. Whether your aim is a relaxed family holiday or a romantic mountain getaway, the hospitable staff and management look forward to welcoming all guests to an unforgettable Drakensberg experience. For more information contact: 036 - 488 1888, info@cathedralpeak. co.za. View their great new specials on their website: www.cathedralpeak.co.za. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has a two night stay for two people at Cathedral Peak Hotel to give away (valued at R6 000, includes dinner, bed & breakfast). Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.

THE BEST WAY TO RECHARGE IS TO UNPLUG

Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in the oﬃce or mowing the lawn. It’s in the mountains that you feel most alive. Unplug in the Drakensberg, and let the sky piercing mountains surrounding Cathedral Peak Hotel rejuvenate your soul. No matter how you choose to spend your time, and the options are endless, any time spent in the mountains is always time well spent.

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Pet Life

How to Keep your Cat’s Teeth Clean: Part 2 Stimulate their gums: Tooth decay usually starts with irritated or inflamed gums, so however you’re able to maintain your cat’s oral health, don’t forget to massage his gums when you can. Not only will this accelerate healing, it will strengthen the gums so your cat will be less likely to suffer from gum problems further on.

PETS FOR ADOPTION

Good eats: Diet is another important factor in maintaining your cat’s teeth for good health. Feed your cat a combination of wet and dry foods and vary the meats, too. Besides fish, you can also feed your cat beef and rabbit.

CHLOE female, 19 months

DELILAH female, 19 weeks

PEPPER male, 18 weeks

TANNA female, 18 weeks

Give them bones to chew on: Bones knock off tartar and help keep teeth and gums healthy. But, be careful not to give your cat pork, chicken or fish bones. These could splinter and cause severe internal injuries. Raw bones are also better than cooked ones, since they are less likely to splinter.

ROMEY female, 13 weeks

DUSTY male, 6 months

Don’t wait until it’s too late: Tooth decay and gum disease have been linked to heart, kidney, and other serious chronic illnesses. Don’t wait until your cat shows signs of distress to have his teeth checked out. Preventive care, yearly checkups, and a good diet can ensure that your cat stays happy and healthy.

LEXI female, 4 years

TEDDY male, 4 years

To treat or not to treat? Tartar control treats and chews are okay in moderation, but they’re not sufficient for effectively cleaning your cat’s teeth. If, however, you regularly clean your cat’s teeth, special food supplements can be a good addition to an already healthy diet. Try using these healthy chews and treats as a reward for good behaviour while getting your cat used to having his teeth cleaned.

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Business Life

Top Tips for Making your Workplace Secure Considering that the workplace is where people spend the majority of their day, the environment needs to be as secure as your own home. According to Ivan Govender, district manager (KwaZulu-Natal) for Fidelity ADT, the most prevalent security issues encountered at business premises are criminals posing as customers, doors left unlocked and key-holders not coming out to the premises to unlock for security when the alarm is activated. Govender offers these top tips for making the workplace more secure: • Do a risk assessment evaluating your current procedures and systems. Once the assessment is done, follow up the findings with a solid plan and procedures. • Involve your staff. It is very important that staff are involved in formulating the very best security plan for the business. All staff, including those who haven’t been assigned a specific security duty as part of the overall plan, need to be on board and committed to a safe working environment. • Employees should carry a panic button with them at all times and should not hesitate to press it if they suspect something is wrong. • Know the emergency procedures. • Take responsibility for knowing who enters and leaves the building. Ensure visitors, including contractors, are escorted to their appointments within the building at all times. • Report strangers in the building to security immediately. • Lock all your personal valuables away. • Ensure all doors and windows are properly secured before leaving. • Know how to use the alarm system. • Staff should be trained to identify suspicious activity and people and know what to do and who to contact in an emergency. Source: Fidelity ADT, www.adt.co.za. 17

WE NEED YOU!

Mum’s Mail are looking for energetic and enthusiastic staﬀ to join our dynamic team based in Durban North.

EXPERIENCED ADVERTISING SALES REP Salary + Commission or Commission only Must have experience selling advertising, preferably in print media with a proven track record of success. You should be comfortable selling on the telephone or face to face and be ready to hit the ground running. TRAINEE ADVERTISING SALES REP Salary + Commission Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and willing to work hard and learn fast to progress. SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN – 3 Month Paid project Must be able to design and implement a social media strategy to launch a website and grow an engaged social media following. Must have good working knowledge of social media platforms, websites, SEO and paid online campaigns.

If you feel you would ﬁt the Mum’s Mail brand and can contribute to our growth please email your CV and your pitch to andrew@mumsmail.com – no agencies please.

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Delicious Life/Home Life

The Big Easy

Established in 2005

Recently we were kindly invited to experience The Big Easy restaurant at the Durban Hilton. Now we know that Ernie Els is a big sporting star, but we were keen to find out what his restaurant was like. The dining room was inviting, we loved the open kitchen; seeing the chefs at work was exciting and the sounds and smells set the taste buds tingling. The attention to detail was striking, from the freshly baked bread, served in its own iron pot, to the attentive staff who were always on hand without being intrusive. Chef Sbu presented an array of mouth-watering starters so we could sample the menu, the presentation was beautiful, and chef’s “signature bites” Oxtail and Marrow fritters were definitely a hit. For our main course we tried one of “Ernie’s Favourites” - lamb shank bunny chow, and steak from the grill. The bunny chow was a notable success, elevating the local staple to an exquisitely-flavoured dish, at home in a fine dining restaurant. Vintage wines are always available from Ernie Els’ own internationally renowned vineyard, so the wine buffs will be in heaven - for us, the house wine was a very high standard and perfectly complimented the food. A special thank you to chef Sbu and our waiter Petros for making our evening a special one to remember.

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Delicious Life/Home Life

DEFY Juice Extractor This month DEFY is showcasing a Juice Extractor to feed your inner chef. The juicer has an extra-large feed chute, with a spacious 1,5 litre holding capacity so you can create more. This allows you to save time or cater to more guests. The DEFY juice extractor has a smart lock system which means that simply activating the safety lock system will ensure full control, avoiding any unwanted accidents. This 800W black and stainless-steel Juice Extractor is valued at R1 200. Yummy Homemade Almond Milk Ingredients: • 1 cup almonds • 3 cups water Method: Soak the nuts in water then drain them well. Combine the nuts with fresh water at a ratio of one cup almonds per three cups water. Spoon it into your DEFY Juice Extractor after turning it on. The resulting nut milk should be frothy so enjoy! Now as we know, variety is the spice of life, so here is a flavoured option for your almond milk: Chocoholic’s Almond Milk Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon cocoa • 1 tablespoon maple syrup • 1 cup almond milk Method: Take one cup of almond milk, one tablespoon cocoa and one tablespoon maple syrup and blend until well combined. Enjoy! Visit www.defy.co.za for more information.

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Shower Haus Husband and wife team, Sue and Martyn Heaton, have run Shower Haus for the past 13 years. They pride themselves on exceptional service and quality products. Today Shower Haus is considered the market leader in the luxury shower door market in Southern Africa.

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Move It Removals: your Caring Removal Company Move It Removals is a family run business, and has been run by the same family for the past 35 years, with long-standing staff members - one, in particular, has worked for them for all 35 years! Staff are carefully chosen and personally trained to work to the business standards – to be polite, friendly and honest. They endeavour to make your home or office move as seamless and stress-free as possible. The services they offer, in addition to home and office moves are: distribution of goods, packing materials and services, placing of furniture, storage and insurance - all on request. Move It Removals caters for a variety of removal needs: moving house, moving business or contractual work for manufacturers delivering products. In addition, they provide storage for long or short term needs, as well as providing the packaging service for those too busy to do it themselves. Insurance can be provided, although many household insurers will

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Let Sterimar™ Be your Superhero this Spring!

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What your Sugar Cravings might Really Mean For many people, the battle with sugar can be particularly ferocious. Cravings tend to crop up when there’s a sense of depletion. However, if you can pinpoint what you lack, it’s easier to make healthier choices instead of going for something sugar-coated. Here are a few possibilities for what may be driving those sweet cravings:

of an imbalance in your gut health. Eating sugary junk food makes the problem worse. By bringing in foods that promote healthier bacteria, particularly options with high amounts of probiotics like low-sugar yogurt and other fermented foods, the good bacteria can replace the saboteurs.

Magnesium deficiency For many people, a sugar craving in the form of chocolate could signal a lack of magnesium. While the cacao in chocolate is a rich source of magnesium, the sugar in chocolate could turn frequent consumption into a potential problem since it causes insulin spikes and other issues. Instead of chocolate, reach for non-sugar magnesium sources like nuts, seeds, beans and dark leafy greens.

Not enough rest Consider adding more non-snoozing time into your day instead of seeing bedtime as your only opportunity to get some stress relief. Lack of adequate rest can make your body feel depleted in many ways, including nutritionally. This can kick off a need for a “boost” that might come in the form of sugar. Integrate short rest periods into every day, especially at times when sugar cravings are strong. Instead of that sugary snack, try going for a 15-minute walk outside.

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Dr Des@home: Maternal Depression

Moms who are depressed often suffer in silence, but this common illness can also take a heavy toll on their children. As many as one in four women will suffer from this biological illness at some point in her lifetime, including about 10 percent of new mothers who develop postpartum depression. Not only are children with a depressed parent two to four times more likely to develop depression themselves before adulthood, but extensive research has shown that a mother’s depression, especially when untreated, can interfere with her child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development. Mothers are often so focused on their families that they disregard their own well-being and even if they recognise the symptoms, they often assume that they are just stressed and will eventually snap out of it. However, research has found that the longer your symptoms go untreated, the more likely you are to suffer from future episodes of depression. Getting treatment is as essential for depression as it is for diabetes, because moderate to severe depression rarely goes away on its own. With the correct treatment, depressed moms can still be excellent parents who are less critical, more supportive, less irritated and more able to coordinate social and academic plans effectively. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms you might be depressed: Prolonged sadness lasting for more than two weeks, frequent tearfulness, changes in sleep or appetite, loss of energy, inability to take pleasure in former interest, social withdrawal, increased irritability, agitation, worry or anxiety and thoughts of death or suicide. Reading this article may be difficult, but you owe it to yourself and your children to get the help you need. By Dr Deseré Ferreira, 031 – 582 5301. www.mumsmail.com

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Knitted Knockers for Breast Cancer Awareness

CANSA is teaming up with Knitted Knockers South Africa this October, for breast cancer awareness. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among South African women, with a lifetime risk of 1 in 33 women in SA (according to the 2009 National Cancer Registry).

home), for R50 each, of which CANSA will get R10. The kit has the pattern, 100% organic cotton and pure merino super wash stuffing. All Knockers knitted will come back to CANSA to give to breast cancer patients (at no charge) who so desperately need them. If you are unable to knit, please sponsor a kit which will be knitted by a What are Knitted Knockers? volunteer,” says Cara Noble, CANSA’s KZN “If you’re wondering what Knitted Knockers Divisional Manager: Service Delivery. are – they’re breast prosthetics for women who have had a mastectomy. Made from “We are so excited to get involved with all natural materials, they are light weight, such a fun and unique campaign. We know comfortable, do not require a special bra of so many breast cancer patients who and are given, free of charge, to breast simply cannot afford breast prostheses, and cancer survivors,” says Ruth Archer from with the help of Knitted Knockers - we can Knitted Knockers. Knitted Knockers are help those women feel beautiful again,” made by volunteer knitters all over the concludes Noble. world and now the movement has spread For more information: www.cansa.org. to South Africa too. This is a community za/cansa-durban-care-centre, project and the CANSA Durban Care Centre www.knittedknockers.co.za, call wants you to get involved. “CANSA Durban 031 - 834 0600 or e-mail Cara Noble: Care Centre will sell kits (for you to knit at cnoble@cansa.org.za

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Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre

Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (LEHHC) has a unique multidisciplinary 13-member paediatric team representing 10 specialist disciplines. • Paediatric Cardiologist • Paediatric Cardiothoracic Surgeon • Paediatric Endocrinologist • General Paediatricians • Paediatric General Surgeon • Paediatric Haematologists • Paediatric Nephrologist • Paediatric Neurologists • Paediatric Genetics • Paediatric Pulmonologist

service. LEHHC was the only private hospital in KZN to have been selected to take part in a nationally driven stroke simulation (dummy patient run) project coordinated by Angels South Africa in conjunction with Boehringer Ingelheim Global Office and Angels Europe. The entire simulation was recorded on a Go-Pro camera, which was later evaluated. According to feedback received from Angels Consultants, this simulation was a huge success, with the ‘door to needle’ time being 30 minutes and 10 seconds. Niresh Bechan said; “Our stroke teams are well trained and experienced with dealing with stroke emergencies. Although the simulation was almost half the expected ‘door to needle’ time of 60 minutes, we have on record the ‘door to needle’ time of 16 minutes in respect of an actual case.”

Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre is the only hospital in KZN to offer paediatric cardiac surgery, and have a 13-member team of 10 paediatric subdisciplines at one private hospital. They also have a Heart, Stroke and Renal Dialysis Centre of Excellence, offering a holistic range of medical disciplines with advanced medical technology and equipment, For more info on LEHHC and its worldcomplimented by an experienced team class medical offerings, email GM, Niresh of specialists, nursing staff and support Bechan on nbechan@ehhc.co.za, call services - including a 24 hour emergency 031 - 581 2400 or visit www.ehhc.co.za

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Sporty Kids and Chiropractic In present day health and fitness, kids are extremely active, often participating in multiple sports concurrently. We’ve accepted that injuries are part of the game, but do they have to be? The human body possesses incredible compensatory mechanisms for imbalances in functioning, however - similar to you asking your child to tidy their room for the tenth time - it will eventually snap! Dysfunctional joints and muscle weakness lead to abnormal movement patterns. During sporting activities this can place increased strain on other parts of the body, as it attempts to preserve as-close-to-normal functioning as possible. Unfortunately this can’t continue forever and will result in multiple visits to your chiropractor, time on the sideline, rehabilitation and increased risk of re-injury.

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The ideal situation would be to identify and correct compensatory patterns before injury results. This is where the sports chiropractor can intervene and identify differences in muscle strength, joint range of motion and flexibility. Early treatment restores joint range of motion and wakes up those inhibited muscles, allowing for quality performance and an injury-free season on the field.

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Fitness Hacks to Make Exercising Easier

Listen to a riveting audiobook while you exercise, and tell yourself you can only listen WHILE exercising. You’ll want to keep going just to find out what happens next!

minute. Add another minute each day. So you’re an absolute beginner. With this method, you’ll be running for a full 30 minutes by the end of the month.

The right workout clothes matter. You’ll feel so firm and streamlined in your bodyhugging workout clothes that you’ll actually enjoy putting them on.

Improve your ability to run by talking while running. It regulates your breath, ensures that you’re not overexerting yourself, and keeps your mind off the pain you’re enduring.

An app like Jog.fm will play music from your library to match your pace. There Employ an activity monitor to help you are also “speed” buttons if you want to go challenge yourself. They can be expensive, but they can be well worth it if they actually faster. motivate you to exercise. Each day, you’ll For the first month, make a schedule and want to challenge yourself to reach your set stick to it. The first month is crucial to goal. sticking with it because it’s the hardest. So clear your schedule and don’t flake out on Pick a television drinking game, but instead yourself. Once you start to build strength of drinking, get up and do 10 push-ups or and endurance, you’ll see results. That will 20 lunges. Like, every time Olivia Pope’s eyes well up with tears on The Fixer! be enough motivation to keep going. Start exercising by running for just one

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Manage Your Stress Between juggling work, family, and other commitments, you can become too stressed out and busy, especially as we near the end of the year. But you need to set time aside to unwind or your mental and physical health can suffer. Learning how to manage your stress takes practice, but you can, and need to, do it. Here are some ways to make it easier:

deep breaths can take the pressure off you right away. You’ll be surprised how much better you feel once you get good at it. Sit in a comfortable position with your hands in your lap and your feet on the floor, or lie down. Close your eyes. Imagine yourself in a relaxing place and slowly take deep breaths in and out. Do this for five to 10 minutes at a time.

Exercise: Working out regularly is one of the best ways to relax your body and mind. Plus, exercise will improve your mood. But you have to do it often for it to pay off.

Eat Well: Eating a regular, well-balanced diet will help you feel better in general. It may also help control your moods. And don’t skip meals.

Relax Your Muscles: When you’re stressed, your muscles get tense. You can help loosen them up on your own and refresh your body by stretching, enjoying a massage, taking a hot bath or shower and getting a good night’s sleep.

Make Time for Hobbies: Set aside time for things you enjoy.

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Breast Cancer: Early Detection Saves Lives Breast Cancer is the number one cancer affecting women worldwide, and the second most common cancer among SA women. Why 3D Mammography? • Lower radiation dose • Superior image quality • Early detection • Improved cancer detection rate • Softer/more gentle mammogram 3D Mammography is available at Lake, Smit and Partners’ ‘Just for Women Digital Mammography Centre’, offering: • Full time specialist radiologist and mammographers • Women’s health and preventative care, all under one roof (mammography, ultrasound & bone densitometry) • Stand-alone centre, not in a hospital environment Risk Factors • Women over 40 - especially with family history • Early onset of period/ late onset of menopause • Having children after the age of 30, or not at all • Consuming

more than two glasses of alcohol a day • Use of oral contraception exceeding five years • Hormone Replacement Therapy exceeding five years • Diets high in saturated fat, and resulting obesity • High stress levels Warning signs • Lump in breast • Puckering of skin around the breast and chest area • Increase in size of breasts • Dimpling or change of nipple shape • Swelling of glands • Discharge from nipple • Swelling in armpit • Lowering of one breast or nipple On top of your monthly self-examination you should have an annual mammogram especially if you are older than 40, or 5 years prior to your youngest relative’s age when they were diagnosed with breast cancer. It is without a doubt the best means of early detection. Mammography will detect most breast cancers long before clinical examination, ultrasound or any other means. Source: Lake, Smit and Partners: 087 310 4990, www.lakesmit.co.za.

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In a generation where we are constantly judged and afforded opportunity based on our looks, why not take advantage of it? Ultimately, when we look and feel our best, it translates into all areas of life. In order to get aesthetic assistance, such as Botox® and Dysport and fillers, and still maintain a natural look best suited to the contours of the face, it is essential to consult with a professional that specialises in these procedures. Not only do you want to see an experienced professional, you also want to ensure it’s someone continuously keeping up to date with the latest trends and techniques, as advancement in anti-ageing treatments is ongoing. Another very important aspect is to ensure that the institution you frequent makes use of the correct products. There are unfortunately cheap and nasty alternatives available on the market – when treatments are very cheap, you should be suspicious of whether they are genuine. So what exactly do these treatments do? Botulinum Toxin relaxes muscle movement and is great for lines and wrinkles that occur due to repetitive movements as well as giving you a chemical brow or jowl lift.

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True Skin Cosmetic and Laser Clinic has Services offered: recently re-located from Empangeni/ • Light Sheer Duet laser hair removal Richards Bay to Durban. • Lamelle chemical peels • Pigmentation/acne/skin rejuvenation Formerly known as The Beauty Lounge, peels the company has been trading since 2013 • Dermaroller/microneedling treatments and is a well-established salon, with many • Waxing community service projects under their • G5 treatments for water retention/blood beauty banner. Owner, Nazeera Amod, says circulation they pride themselves on great service and • Make up for special occasions care towards each client. • Hot stone treatments • They also do corporate wellness days “Since 2013, we have grown and have taken where packages are tailor-made to suit your part in many community projects. We were budget! involved in a makeover during Secretary’s Day at the local maternity hospital and we were part of the wellness project for International Nurses Day, in both private and provincial sectors, among other projects,” says Nazeera. “Our relocation to Durban meant saying goodbye to our community stalwarts, but we hope to continue with our good work in Durban.”

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For more information call 031 – 5631 194, email info@hauck.co.za, or visit www.hauck.co.za. The safety and well-being of your child is their highest priority. As young parents you are in good hands. When a baby is due to be born, you will have a whole shopping list of new items that you need to buy. As parents, we want to know how and if the baby products have been tested. All Hauck products are tested by renowned national and international testing institutes, such as TÜV, SGS, LNE etc., and they comply with international safety standards. Hauck doesn’t settle for the common safety Travel System prize checks alone – they also conduct additional colour is black & silver technical and chemical checks (harmful substances, phthalates, PAK). They are WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has a Hauck one of just a few producers of children’s Travel System (valued at R8 999) products that conduct these tests annually to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com and permanently, over the entire product to enter. life cycle.

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The Oops World magically introduces babies and toddlers to three child-specific immersive environments – City World, Forest World and Small World – each with a defined style, colour pallet and style of characters.

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Car Seats – When do you Move to the Next Seat Up? Car seats are designed to keep your child safe during a crash. The problem is that what is best, safest and affordable is not always clear. So, what do you do? You let the car seat talk to you. The car seat has an “ID” attached to it in the form of an orange sticker. On this sticker will be all the information you require to assist in choosing the correct seat and it must be on the seat for it to be considered legal and certified.

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It is VERY IMPORTANT to use your car seat until your child reaches the upper weight, height or age limit for that seat. Car seats are designed to keep your child safe during a specific developmental stage and moving up to the next seat too early will compromise their safety. By law, all car seats must have installation guides on them as well. Blue always indicates rear facing installation and will tell you how long you can rear face in that specific seat. This might be up to 9, 13, 18 or even 25kg. That car seat has been designed and tested safe for that weight range. Use the seat in the rear-facing position up to the upper limit and only then do you switch to forward facing. Red indicates the forward facing guidelines for the seat. The minimum weight given is to accommodate our tall skinny kids that have outgrown the previous group seat in length but not weight. Again, use the car seat up to the upper limits that it is designed for. Source: Peggie Mars, Founder of Wheel Well, peggie@wheelwell.co.za, 072 385 7121.

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Gain the Mental Edge on the Field with Sports Intelligence Sports Intelligence SA has been launched by Shane Swan to teach children how to be mentally prepared in sport, improve their technique and help them deal with the pressures they encounter on the field. Whether you are a parent or a sports coach, how often have you witnessed children succumb to the pressure on the field, not think through their next play or not understand how to read a game, let alone their opponent? Sports Intelligence uses easy-to-follow seminars to introduce mental awareness techniques to children, and then follows the seminars with a practical session. Sports Intelligence consists of seminars, school team seminars, holiday sports clinics, private coaching lessons and cricket scoring sessions. It is an all-round approach to the coaching of sport, with a strong focus on strategic thinking, thought processes, mental block break downs and reading a game in play. The seminars have been constructed in such a way that children will not be overwhelmed. Each seminar is like a puzzle piece, helping children grasp the mental thought process behind specific sports in an easy, step-by-step manner, until eventually all the seminars start forming a bigger picture. Each seminar consists of a theory session, where children are introduced to a new thought process, and a practical session, where children will be able to take what they have just learnt out onto the field.

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Developing Environments where Special Needs Learners can Thrive

Nearly three-quarters of SA children living with disabilities are currently not in school (The challenges of realising inclusive education in South Africa, by Dana Donohue and Juan Bornman). Adopt-a-School Foundation (AAS) urges all stakeholders to work together to develop strategies to support and educate these marginalised learners. “Schools in disadvantaged communities face many challenges. They are very seldom able to sufficiently accommodate learners with special needs,” says Steven Lebere, Executive Director of Adopt-a-School. “As a result, most of these children simply never enter the formal schooling system, even though many of them are very bright and would thrive in the right environment,” continues Lebere. Where “special” schools for learners with disabilities do exist, they are often severely under-resourced. “The Dept. of Basic Education’s schools act states that all schools must be inclusive of children with special

needs. Teachers are not always equipped to diagnose learners with learning disabilities or intervene effectively,” says Lebere. “At AAS we want to support every aspect of our adopted schools, from the facilities to the teachers to the health and emotional wellbeing of the learners,” explains Lebere. This unique, holistic approach to supporting schools is called the Whole School Development (WSD) model. AAS uses this mechanism to improve and uplift the academic, infrastructural, social and security environment in their adopted schools. WSD ensures that schools have the necessary management and community leadership to support an environment conducive to excellence in both teaching and learning. For more information on Adopt-a-School visit the Foundation’s website at www.adoptaschool.org.za, e-mail info@adoptaschool.co.za or call 011 - 592 6430.

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Get a piggy bank This form of savings is more meaningful for younger children who can’t add or count too well. Keep the savings visible: try an old jam jar as a savings mechanism and allow them to even draw pictures to illustrate what they are saving for. Take them to a bank to open their account This helps youngsters understand where their money is going and introduces them to the concept of financial institutions. In doing so, you help your child prioritise short-term and long-term savings. Model good spending and saving habits As parents, you have the biggest influence on the way children save or spend. Examine your own spending habits: next time you dash out to get the latest designer handbag or shoes, ask what message you are really sending to your impressionable children.

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Show them the money We have to remember that children today don’t see cash and financial transactions the same way we saw them when we were growing up, so we have to consciously make sure that children understand cash as the basis for learning more about money later. When giving children an allowance or income, give the money in denominations that encourage saving. For example if the amount is R50, give out five R10 notes and encourage that at least one be set aside for savings.

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Help Your Child Develop Study Strategies Parents and guardians can, and should, help their young children develop good study habits from an early age, to help them achieve academic excellence throughout their school years and beyond. “In primary school, learners will start bringing homework assignments from school, and be required to study for tests. These early years are the best time to guide children and equip them with the strategies and tools to ensure that study discipline comes naturally in later years,” says Clare Pretorius, Senior Deputy Principal at Trinityhouse High Randpark Ridge, a brand of Africa’s largest private education provider, the ADvTECH Group. “Every young person differs when it comes to attention and dedication to studies, homework and exam preparation. Some parents have intrinsically motivated children, while others need to constantly spur them on. Regardless of where a child falls on the spectrum however, parents can guide and equip them to ensure they are able to grow and develop to ultimately realise their full potential,” she says. It is important for parents and guardians to first establish what a child’s intrinsic learning style is – auditory, visual, or a combination of the two. “It is possible that the child learns through doing rather than seeing. The preferred method, if used correctly, will facilitate successful learning.” It is also vital to ensure that children have a suitable study environment. “This refers to both the physical environment and the atmosphere created for the studying child,” says Pretorius. “Daily routine needs to be established, and this includes when meals are served and when family outings are arranged, as children need little to distract them from the task at hand. Preparation of the environment also includes ensuring that all necessary equipment is available.” Once the groundwork has been laid, parents should assist - with varying degrees of involvement – with the actual study process.

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co.za, 031 – 266 8488, 082 543 0543, www.cookingcooks. co.za. • 1 – 31 Oct, (Wed), 9.30am, CAKE DECO WORKSHOPS, Overport, 082 050 0091, 076 997 7617. COURSES/CLASSES/WORKSHOPS • 1 – 31 Oct, MASSAGE WORKSHOPS, Sharla, 082 434 6000, sharlanaidoo@gmail.com. • 1 – 31 Oct, various days/times, GOODPET TRAINING – PET TRAINING CLASSES, Glenwood and Durban North, Mari Borain/AJ Kruger, 061 245 3309, info.goodpet@ gmail.com, www.goodpet.co.za. • 4, 11, 18, 25 Oct (Wed), 6.30pm – 9pm, HYPNOBIRTHING ANTENATAL COURSE, Westville, Callen, 082 538 1173, callen.gerrits@gmail.com, www.gentlewelcome.co.za. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct (Sat), 8am – 12pm, STUDY SKILLS WORKSHOP, Grades 5 – 7, Glenwood, R998pp, Liz, 074 182 3428, hitthebooks2@gmail.com. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct (Sat), 8.30am – 10am, INFANT MASSAGE WORKSHOP, 35 Caefron Ave, Westville, alison@infantmassagekzn.co.za, 083 661 6682, www. infantmassagekzn.co.za. • 11 Oct, 9am – 4pm, THE JOB CREATION PROJECT, Durban Chamber, Lion Match Factory, 892 Umgeni Road. EDUCATION • 1 – 31 Oct, IMPROVE YOUR CHILD’S MATHS, Gr 6/7/8/9, 031 5648571, 082 4346000, Sharlanaidoo@ gmail.com • 1 – 31 Oct, BOOKS2YOU BOOK FAIRS, various schools in KZN, Kathy, 031 – 705 7744, orders@books2you. co.za, www.books2you.co.za • 1 – 31 Oct, ONLINE TECHNOLOGY BOOTCAMPS, Compukids, R995 per year, 081 835 8270, info@ compukids.me, www.compukids.me. • 1 – 31 Oct, STUDY SKILLS COURSES & MATHS BRIDGING COURSE, Kip McGrath Umhlanga or Bluff, Tracy, 082 042 2556, www.kipmcgrath.co.za, tracy@kipumhlanga. co.za. ENTERTAINMENT • 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Oct (Sun), 12pm, SOUL SUNDAY SESSIONS, live music, food & drinks, Crusaders, 10 Ranleigh Cresc, 031 – 563 0824, 031 – 564 4621. • 2 – 6 Oct, 10am, SEASIDE SUZY – KIDS’ HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Ave (off Bartle Rd), Umbilo, R60pp, Computicket, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www. events.durbantheatre.com. • 6 – 8 Oct, TIE A KNOT IN IT – VEGAS BABY!, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Ave (off Bartle Rd), Umbilo, R150pp, bring picnic baskets, Computicket, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www.events. durbantheatre.com. • 7 Oct, 12.30pm – 5pm, WINE & CRAFT AT TINA’S HOTEL, Rhumbelow Tina’s, Tina’s Hotel, 14 Beryldene Rd, Kloof, bookings: 031 – 764 7843, info@tinashotel. co.za. • 13 – 15 Oct, BEHIND THE NOISE, Rhumbelow Tina’s,

Diary Dates Tina’s Hotel, 14 Beryldene Rd, Kloof, R150pp, bookings: Computicket, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell. za.net, www.events.durbantheatre.com. • 13 – 15 Oct, FRANÇOISE HARDY, OOH LA-LA! – STARRING CAT SIMONI, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Ave (off Bartle Rd), Umbilo, R150pp, Computicket, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell. za.net, www.events.durbantheatre.com. • 20 – 22 Oct, SOULFIRE AND FIREFLIES, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Ave (off Bartle Rd), Umbilo, R150pp, Computicket, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@ stansell.za.net, www.events.durbantheatre.com. LEISURE • 1 Sept – 8 Oct, SUGAR BAY HOLIDAY CAMPS, Sugar Bay Resort, Zinkwazi Beach, Ruvika, 032 – 485 3778, holidays@sugarbay.co.za, www.sugarbay.co.za. • 1 - 6 Oct, 7am – 5pm, MOMMY FAYE’S HOLIDAY CLUB, 083 941 8964, mommyfayes@gmail.com, www.faye092. wixsite.com/mommyfayes. • 1 – 31 Oct (Mon – Thurs), 5.30pm, GROUP PILATES CLASSES IN GLENWOOD, Laura-May, laura.may.louw@ gmail.com. • 4, 11, 18, 25 Oct (Wed), PENSIONERS’ DAY, Marilyn’s Tea House at Kloof & Highway SPCA, 19 Village Road, Kloof, 031 – 764 1212, teagarden@kloofspca.co.za, www.kloofspca.co.za. • 8 Oct (2nd Sun monthly), from 10am, MINI STEAM TRAIN RIDE, Virginia Circle, 082 577 2067. • 22 Oct, AMASHOVA DURBAN CLASSIC, www.shova. co.za. • 28 Oct, 10am – 2.30pm, MEDIC ALERT WELLNESS DAY, Diakonia Centre in Durban, 20 Diakonia Avenue, Durban. • 28 – 29 Oct, 10am, PECANWOOD OKTOBERFEST POWERED BY BLYTHEDALE COASTAL ESTATE, Pecanwood Farm, Merrivale, KZN Midlands, www. pecanwoodoktoberfest.com, Jared Wilson, jared@ mrjevents.co.za. • 29 Oct (Sun), 8.30am & 12.30pm INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, from Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R240, pensioners & children: R170, Bruce, 082 353 6003, bookings@umgenisteamrailway.com, www. umgenisteamrailway.com. • 11 Nov, DURBAN WELLNESS FESTIVAL, Durban Amphitheatre, Bay of Plenty, Pat Bonini, 082 499 5222, mw.nerve@mweb.co.za. MARKETS • 1 Oct, 9am – 3pm, LA LUCIA ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLE FAIR, La Lucia Mall, lower level, Sandy: 060 817 1168. • 1 Oct (1st Sun monthly), 9am – 1pm, HILLCREST COUNTRY MARKET, Hillcrest Primary School hall, Lynette, 079 616 9218, hillcrestcountrymarket@gmail. com, www.hillcrestcountrymarket.co.za. • 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Oct (Sun), 8am – 1pm, THE MORNING TRADE MARKET, The Plant, 5 Station Drive, Durban, info@themorningtrade.co.za, www.facebook.com/ themorningtrade.

• 4, 11, 18, 25 Oct (Wed), 9am – 12pm, UMHLANGA FARMERS’ MARKET, 206 Autumn Drive, Prestondale, Alexa, 074 445 6186. • 6 Oct (1st Fri monthly), 5pm – 9.30pm, ROOF TOP NIGHT MARKET, Level 5 parking lot, Musgrave Centre, crafts, food, live music, www.musgravecentre.co.za. • 7 Oct (1st Sat monthly), 9am – 2pm, I HEART MARKET, Moses Mabhida Stadium, info@iheartmkt.com, www. iheartmarket.blogspot.com. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct (Sat), 6.30am – 11.30am, SHONGWENI FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET, Lot 457, MR551, Shongweni, Christine, 083 777 1553, info@ shongwenimarket.co.za, www.shongwenimarket.co.za. • 27 Oct (last Fri monthly), 5pm – 9pm, MORNINGSIDE NIGHT MARKET, Morningside Sports Club, 132 Hollander Crescent, Anthea/Pippa, morningsidenightmarket@ gmail.com. • 27 Oct (last Fri monthly), 5.30pm – 10pm, RIVERTOWN NIGHT MARKET, Rivertown Precinct, 130 Stalwart Simelane Street, opposite the ICC, Darryl: darryl. hofmann@icloud.com. • 29 Oct (last Sun monthly), 9am – 2pm, WONDER MARKET, Chris Saunders Park, Umhlanga, 074 468 2463, wondermarketdurban@gmail.com, www. wondermarket.co.za. MEETINGS • 4 Oct (1st Wed monthly), 6pm – 7pm, Westville Baptist Church, WESTVILLE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, 083 440 1771, Deon, 082 498 3975. • 5, 12, 19, 26 Oct (Thurs), 8.30am – 11am, MUMS’ SUPPORT GROUP, for moms who feel overwhelmed or depressed, La Lucia Library, Alex, 083 788 0689, alwallis14@gmail.com. • 16 Oct (3rd Mon monthly), 10am, ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP, Oldfield Centre, 29 Perseverance Rd, Bellair, Nirusha, 031 – 332 3721. • 25 Oct (last Wed monthly), 5.30pm – 7.30pm, CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, The Umhlanga Oncology Centre, 30 Meridian Drive, Umhlanga, Sheila Moolman, 031 – 563 5274, 083 270 0995, sheilamm@telkomsa.net. NATURE/OUTDOORS • 21 Oct (3rd Sat monthly), 8am – 1pm, BEACHWOOD MANGROVES NATURE RESERVE OPEN DAY, Umgeni River mouth, Heidi, 083 321 0620. • 29 Oct (last Sun monthly), 11am, Yellowwood Park, CROW OPEN DAY TOUR, CROW (Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife) R25pp, 031 – 462 1127. Send your November 2017 Diary Dates to sarah@ mumsmail.com with “DURBAN Diary” in the subject line before 13 October. Entries will be published space permitting & at the editor’s discretion. Please confirm all details of events with contact person.

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