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Issue 25 | Johannesburg - East Rand | September 2019

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Meet the Cover Stars Our lovely cover stars this month are Stella Bicknell (5) and Minki-Elle Olivier (4). Stella lives in Pretoria and is a vivacious little poppet who already shows deep empathy and care for children younger than herself and animals.

She has helped hand-rear a litter of kittens her family fostered from the age of two days old. She has her own veggie patch and waters her plants religiously.

“Stella is incredibly good at drawing and painting and completing puzzles. She got a guitar for her fifth birthday and has started lessons. She is very diligent about practising,” says her proud mom, Bettina. “The best way to describe Stella is a little girl with a big BIG heart.”

room. She loves anything with fur and will challenge authority until she understands the reasoning behind it,” explains Joanita, her mom.

“We have a big garden and love going for a walk as a family, looking at all the flowers and insects. It is also a favourite to Minki-Elle (affectionately known as walk down to the vegetable Squish), lives in Rustenburg with garden, picking fresh produce her family. to take home or eating it straight Stella LOVES all things girly and off the plants. Box office movie is a total fashionista and make-up “She is a joyful little girl, who nights with popcorn always go lover. She has recently started lives life fully! She will do almost down well too!” filming her make-up applications anything for something sweet. as she wants to start her own She has the best sense of YouTube channel! humour and her smile lights up a Written by Sarah Mackintosh

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Meet the Cover Stars Teen Skin Solutions: Acne Treatment Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Welcome to your Next Holiday Dip, Dot & Dazzle in 3 Easy Steps

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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Organic Wonder Cream

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Teen Skin Solutions:

Acne Treatment

When puberty hits, acne often does, too. For most teenagers, it can be a painful and embarrassing experience when acne strikes. exfoliating of the skin medical-grade topical creams or • Avoid picking or squeezing the a combination of topical creams pimples and oral antibiotics.

• Moisturise every day In severe cases, vitamin A Treatment: derived tablets like Isotretinoin Acne is treatable with the are sometimes required, but right skin care ingredients and you should talk with your routine. Homecare products doctor about the risks and play an important role in the “Acne affects about treatment and maintenance of three-quarters of acne.

Acne affects about threequarters of all individuals aged 11 to 30 years with varying severity.

Management of acne Acne isn’t a serious health risk, but it can cause permanent scarring and can also damage self-esteem. In extreme cases it can even lead to depression and avoidance of social interaction.

Since there are varying degrees of acne, there are different treatment recommendations.

The degree of acne varies from person to person and can come and go. The goal of treatment is to reduce breakouts, prevent new breakouts and limit acne scarring.

Mild Acne Over-the-counter topical medications (applied directly to the skin) may be all that is necessary. Look for products that contain resorcinol, benzoyl If your teenager is feeling sad peroxide, salicylic acid, azelaic or isolated over their acne, it’s acid and sulphur which are even more critical to reach responsible for slowing oil out for support and get them production, killing bacteria, professional treatment, because fighting inflammation and healing the acne usually restores clearing the clogged pores. their self-confidence.

If over the counter treatment Tips on dealing with acne: is not showing improvement, • Gently cleanse the face twice it’s time to seek professional daily help. Dermatologists use a • Avoid greasy hair products combination of treatments.

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all individuals aged 11 to 30 years with varying severity.”

benefits before using them, as supervision is required.

Cosmetic methods like chemical peeling and microneedling can also be utilised to treat acne and the complications like dark spots and scarring.

Treatment plans are gradual and take time and patience. It usually takes about 8 to 12 weeks to start seeing results.

There is no need for teenagers to ‘wait out’ the acne as part of puberty, as effective treatment is readily available and early treatment avoids complications like scarring and pigmentation, as well as dealing with issues of self-esteem.

Source: Dr Cebi Sibisi, Specialist Dermatologist, www.durbanskindoc.co.za.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting approximately 129 million children worldwide. ADHD, over a lifespan, differs in presentation. Symptoms are dependent on the developmental stage of the individual.

Stereotypically, in preschool age, ADHD is characterised by hyperactivity, difficulty in co-operation with peers and non-compliance with instructions. In adolescents, hyperactivity lessens, conflicts with parents, risk-taking behaviours and impulsivity become predominant. In adulthood, inattention remains and may be accompanied by substance misuse, infidelity, the disintegration of relationships with peers and poor adherence to career choice.

ADHD is a complex impairment often accompanied by other challenges such as: • Hyper focus (inability to shift attention from points of interest) • Poor sleep initiation (6% of children use melatonin for sleep pattern problems) • Time insensitivity or www.mumsmail.com

time blindness (poor time management) • Challenges with co-ordination New evidence verifies increased

“New evidence verifies increased screen time as a risk factor for the development of ADHD.”

pharmacological intervention in childhood diminishes challenges of concentration and restlessness and also impacts on long term trajectory of ADHD. Medication is found to be protective against substance abuse, depression and even motor vehicle accidents.

It is imperative for appropriate early diagnosis of ADHD in screen time as a risk factor for accordance with the DSM 5 the development of ADHD. The diagnostic criteria. This would study conducted in the USA has require assessment by a skilled found that by the age of five, clinician that can exclude children who spent two hours conditions that mimic ADHD and or more on screen time were detect disorders that co-occur 7.7 times more likely to meet with ADHD. the criteria for a diagnosis of ADHD, when compared to agematched peers exposed to 30

By Dr Nerica Ramsundhar, minutes of screen time.

Neurodevelopmental Paediatrian, admin@ Long-term studies have blossoimngkidz.co.za revealed that early appropriate (031 2012 639).

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Selborne Holiday Apartments: Welcome to Your Next Holiday Selborne Holiday Apartments are beautiful, upmarket apartments situated on Selborne Golf Estate.

Each unit is fully furnished with DSTV and sleeps six people.

All the units are fully furnished (including bath and beach towels) and are serviced daily – there is a washing machine and tumble dryer in each unit. They are perfect for family holidays or just a quick weekend away.

the stunning coastal forest.

Enjoy a day of indulgence at the hotel’s onsite La Vita Spa, which is fully equipped with a sauna, express gym and four private treatment lounges.

You have the choice of plunging into the sparkling pool at the hotel or at the Beach House, metres from the beach. This private space is perfect for sunbathing, floating about the exquisite pool, plus you are able to braai. There is also a The estate is nestled in the kiddies’ pool that boasts a kids’ heart of the lush and tranquil area fenced off from the main South Coast and has an 18-hole swimming pool. world-class golf course that offers challenging play through There is a range of delectable

dining options on the estate - from the à la carte menu at The Lord Selborne Restaurant, to light meals on The Terrace, and the convivial atmosphere of Barker’s Bar. There are also tennis courts and scenic walks through the estate’s natural coastal bush where you are bound to see all sorts of wildlife that inhabit the estate.

To book your accommodation, e-mail basfour2751@gmail. com or call Lorraine on 081 496 7594.

3 apartments available – 2 ground floor & 1 on the 1st floor

Fully furnished 3 bedroom apartments, main ensuite. Sleeps 6. Open plan living area with patio & built in braai. Garage. Full use of Estate facilities – pools, tennis courts, restaurants, golf course. Access to private beach, clubhouse & pool. Beautiful surroundings & very private. Ideal for families, ladies getaways & golfing holidays. Apartments are serviced. Washing machine & tumble dryer in each apartment. DSTV. tel: 081 496 7594 | email: basfour2751@gmail.com | old main road, pennington www.houghtingbunch.wixsite.com/selborneapartments www.web.facebook.com/selborneholidayapartments

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Dip, Dot & Dazzle in 3 Easy Steps Diamond Dotz® has been described as therapeutic, engrossing and totally addictive! It’s great for visual discrimination, fine motor skills and staying focused and enhancing creativity.

This product is perfect for children and adults alike - it helps exponentially with hand-eye coordination, development and maintenance of the brain.

• 5- to 7-year-old kids can start learning how to hold a pen.

• It can generate a psychological “button” every time you see your creation.

• Ability to successfully rehabilitate an injured hand, improve motor skills with non-dominant hand and helps with Autism, ADHD and Alzheimer’s.

The reasons for its popularity are actually quite simple: Technique is easy and fun to do - and can be learnt in seconds.

Instant gratification… projects finish quickly. The end result is spectacular.

This product is already on the TOP 25 CHRISTMAS PRESENTS FOR 2019!

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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

In South Africa, Cervical Cancer Awareness Month is commemorated annually in September to encourage women to do screening and prevent cervical cancer. The goal of screening for cervical cancer is to find cervix cell changes and early cervical cancers before they cause symptoms. Cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cancer among South African women.

Women have a 1 in 42 lifetime risk of cervical cancer (NCR 2014). It can be successfully treated if detected in the early stages, so it is important that women are aware of symptoms and what is normal for their bodies.

Symptoms include: Abnormal bleeding between periods, heavier and longer menstrual period, discharge, bleeding, pain during intercourse/after menopause, increased urinary frequency.

Risk factors: Cervical cancer is mainly caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), a common virus spread through skin to skin contact, body fluids and sexual intercourse. Failure to use protection during sexual

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intercourse, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), multiple sexual partners, early sexual debut, and use of oral contraceptives all increase your risk. Women with HIV infection also have a higher risk of developing cervical cancer. Furthermore, being overweight, inactive, consuming alcohol, poor dietary habits, smoking and exposure to chemicals increases risk too.

Reduce Risk through Pap Smears Having regular Pap smears can detect abnormal cells in the cervix that could develop into cervical cancer.

Screening involves taking a swab of the cervical cells. It is uncomfortable, but painless.

When abnormal cells are identified and removed, in many cases it is prior to cancer cells actually developing. Early diagnosis and treatment of precancerous lesions prevents up to 80% of cervical cancers, in high resource countries, where cervical cancer screening is routine.

per lifetime, starting at the age of 30 years or older, with a 10 year interval between each smear.

Who should have a Pap smear?

All women who have been sexually active, should start having Pap smears between ages 18 to 20 years.

Every eligible woman should preferably have a Pap smear at least every 3 years.

Note: • It is better to have a Pap smear at a less optimal time, than not at all.

• Routine cervical screening is not required for women under the age of 18 years, even if they are sexually active.

• If a woman is 70 years old and, within the last 5 years, had two normal Pap Smears, she need not continue with Pap smears.

Contact your local CANSA Care Centre to arrange for a Pap smear, or if you live in a remote area enquire about scheduled CANSA Mobile Health Clinic visits to your area. Your health practitioner can also assist you.

Women making use of public sector screening services are Visit www.cansa.org.za for entitled to three free Pap smears more info.

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This unique ORGANIC cream is specially formulated for the treatment of: • Sun damaged skin • Solar Keratosis • Molluscum Contagiosum • Sunburn • Athlete’s Foot • Fever blisters • Chaffing Many other skin conditions Testimonials: • My little boy has had Molluscum Contagiosum

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I tried Melaskin morning and night for the past few weeks and the difference is unbelievable. It has almost cleared up and reduced the spots. Such a relief to have found this. Thank you again for a wonderful product. Andrea Stainbank.

• At last I found a remedy for athlete’s foot. I had endless problems and had been to numerous doctors but no medication helped and I thought I was going to lose my toe. I started to use Melaskin and it is healing and no more itching and after 11 months of agony I have at last found the cure.

Thank you for a wonderful product. Kind regards, Patricia.

• Just want to say what an awesome product you have! I was on an isotretinoin-based product for years and had to come off for health reasons. My skin flared up again. A friend introduced me to Melaskin and I have not looked back! My skin is absolutely clear and in much better condition than it’s ever been. Thank you. Natalie Cox. • I often get fever blisters (cold sores) and have tried almost everything on the market as well as every home-remedy there is. Now, as soon as the tingle in my lips start, I apply your cream and within half a day my lip is as good as new and life can carry on. Thank you. Nollie Duvenge.

Melaskin Remedy is available at a variety of stores throughout South Africa. For a list of stockists visit www.completeorganics.co.za If you are interested in stocking this product, contact Dave on dave@ completeorganics.co.za, 031 573 1188 or 083 262 9006.

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When Shopkins hit the toy shelves in 2014, who could have predicted that they would be at the forefront of the collectables craze and turn into one of the toy world’s biggest phenomena?

For those who are not in the know, Shopkins is a range of tiny, collectable toys, originally inspired by grocery store items. With each new wave

a different theme has been explored, ensuring the toys are always fresh, relevant and exciting. Each plastic figure has its own recognisable face, characteristics and unique name. They also have special finishes such as translucent, glittery or squishy.

“Shopkins is one of those rare toy lines that just keeps giving.

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The shapes are made with separating edges, so you can fill in the shapes with different colours.

Educational: The product is designed for children to stimulate their creative skills. In addition, the product can help to teach children about chemical reactions.

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Kids can make new figures again and again and can enjoy their created figures floating in water.

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Spring Expo 2019 hosted by St Andrew’s School for Girls

The Spring Expo is hosted annually by St Andrew’s School for Girls and will be taking place on 14 September 2019, from 9am to 4pm. This community event has been running for 10 consecutive years and it has become a highly-anticipated and well-balanced event with a number of stalls and many fun-filled activities. The event supports local businesses and trade, as well as benefitting the internal St Andrew’s teams.

also have a free park ‘n ride with convenient parking arrangements to assist visitors.

The aim for the day is to enjoy a cashless event.

• Fun Park for the kids • Food Court • SA Rowing Ergothon • Arts & Crafts • Bric A Brac • Garden and Home • Health, Beauty and Fitness • Fashion and Accessories • Sugar, spice and all things nice

This year you can expect: • Over 100 stalls • Sports Activities • Wine Tasting & Beer Tent PPSA-2019-121x91-JHB-R.pdf 1 2019/06/12 22:05 • Pets and their things Entrance fee is R20 for adults • Toys for the boys and free for under 18s. They

The St Andrew’s School for Girls Spring Expo 2019 promises to provide a wide variety of treats and bargains while you spend the day in magnificent gardens, surrounded by the rich history and culture of the school.

For more information please contact the school on springexpo@standrews. co.za or 011 453 9408.

St Andrew’s School for Girls, St Andrews Avenue, Senderwood.

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Wendy’s Dolphin Swim School

In 1992 Wendy Scott opened Wendy’s Dolphin Swim School. “Over the past 27 years I have found teaching swimming very rewarding and fulfilling. I love being in the presence of children, as I believe I have the patience and passion. I love teaching children one of life’s vital skills,” says Wendy.

“My teaching career has taught me not only to deal patiently with children from all backgrounds, but also to deal with parents. I am now teaching the second generation of swimmers whose parents came to me for swimming lessons many years ago. This is due, in part, to the relationships built over the years.”

Wendy stresses that swimming lessons are important because they not only help to teach your child proper swimming techniques, but also encourages them to be independent in the water.

Why should you learn to swim?

“It’s essential that every child learns to swim, especially to be water-safe. But there are so many levels of swimming and benefits that come along the way. Introduce your child to swimming early on so that they have the skill for their whole life. This can help improve their overall physical and mental health. Swimming has many benefits and applications in life, making it an important life skill everyone needs to learn, whether as a child or in adulthood. The most important aspect of knowing how to swim is staying safe in and around water,” concludes Wendy.

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Jungle Gyms That Last

Playground World focuses on children’s outdoor playground equipment in KZN and Gauteng and surrounds, as well as parts of the Eastern Cape. Gary Donkin and Shane Clare have been friends since 1983 and have been building and installing children’s playground equipment since 2005.

They focus primarily on all aspects of playground equipment, wooden and steel jungle gyms, swings, slides. They also install and manufacture all accessories, such as roundabouts, play troughs, sandpits and steel jungle gyms, with a focus on safety. They have done extensive work for The Coega Development Corporation, Early

Childhood Development (ECD) Programme and the Grade R Department of Education.

a year on all workmanship and their timber suppliers treat all the poles to the SABS standard.

Wooden structures are Playground World supplies strong, safe and durable private homes, body corporates, and weatherproofed against schools and crèches with fully harsh South African weather approved structures that meet conditions. All units are fully these criteria. Gary and Shane modularised, which means spent a few years in the United that you can custom-build to Kingdom, where they often the needs of your children and spoke about coming back to budget. Playground World South Africa with its fantastic prides itself in service and afteroutdoor life, and starting their sales support. own business.

Contact Playground World Strong, affordable and fun on 082 416 3262 and All Playground World wooden 082 787 1105 or sales@ jungle gyms are installed into playgroundworld.co.za, the ground as a permanent or visit www. structure. playgroundworld.co.za for prices and more All units are fully guaranteed for information.

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