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Your Wellness in 2020 Issue 157 | Pietermaritzburg & Midlands | February 2020 | Free

From The Editor’s Desk... It’s 2020 and a new beginning! Christmas is a distant memory and the kids are back at school - where did December and January go?

, for one, am happy that “Januworry” is finally over! My son started Grade 1 this year - a huge milestone for our family! I’m really looking forward to all this year has in store for my son - he will be learning so many new things! He’s already come home speaking in Zulu and Afrikaans, and is starting to read words – I’m amazed at how much they have learnt

in just a few weeks! Did you make any resolutions for 2020? I decided to make just one – to learn to value myself and to put my well-being first. As a mom, it’s so easy to put your own needs on the back-burner and ignore your health issues, as you are so busy trying to keep your family fed and happy! Well, this year I’m going to learn to treat myself better. Starting with a new, healthy weightloss plan as of February, so watch this space! I’m also expecting great

things for Mum’s Mail this year! We have some exciting plans in the pipeline, and I look forward to sharing it all with you in the year to come. I hope you like our new look mag and enjoy reading our articles. We have some great content for you this month, from educational articles, financial advice and opinion pieces to kids’ craft, health advice, competitions and more! Enjoy! Sarah

CONTENTS

Everyday Life 4 5 6 7

Meet the Cover Stars Turn Your Financial Situation Around in 2020 Oh My! Kids’ Interactive Linen and Playmats Hygiene at Indoor Play Areas Under the Spotlight

Healthy Life/Beautiful Life 8 9 10

Get Gut Right Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month Your Wellness in 2020

Kids’ Life/EDUCATED LIFE/PARTY LIFE 11 12 14 15

Bee Mine Valentine’s Day Craft OPINION PIECE: Co-Educational Primary School Education Empathy Skills are Key to Better Learning Diary Dates

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Meet the Cover Star

Our adorable cover star this month is Kennedy Grace Desfontaines, 15 months old.

ennedy Grace lives in the small town of Camperdown in KwaZulu-Natal along with her parents, JeanClaude and Chantell, and big brother Carter (5). “Kennedy is our little explorer. She keeps us very busy! She loves climbing everything and she loves to eat mommy’s food,” says her mom. Carter is very gentle-natured. He loves learning new things and loves to exercise with his dad. He is fascinated by dinosaurs and is an awesome big brother.

As a family they love spending time together, doing movie nights, swimming, going on adventures to new places, baking or going on walks. “There is nothing better than seeing your children feel loved and protected. To see your influence on them is amazing,” explains Chantell. CARPET & To new parents, Jean-Claude and UPHOLSTERY Chantelle had this to CLEANING say: “Be a calming influence. And relax, Pam 083 448 3520 Owner supervised you have got this.”

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Turn Your Financial Situation Around in 2020

Don’t you think 2020 is the ideal time to start to turn your financial situation around?

arla Oberholzer, debt adviser at DebtSafe, provides some financial goals that you can incorporate in 2020: Budget properly and make alterations if and when necessary It is important to keep track of your finances and what better way than to have a budget outlined according to YOUR needs for each specific month. If you decide that you have to make amendments to your monthly budget, do it now!

‘Take stock’ of your income, necessary expenditures and avoidable costs It is of utmost importance that your expenses do not exceed your income amount. If you have your budget ready - great. But, NOW is also the time to tackle those unnecessary ‘spending leaks’: Print out your latest bank statement or the previous three months’ statements and get out that magnifying glass and calculator of yours. Make sure that all

the things you are paying for currently are indeed needed. To get out of debt is not a one-man show Lastly, don’t go it alone. There are many financial planners, advisors, and bankers available to help you if you need it. In severe indebted cases the NCR, as well as debt counsellors, can guide and assist you to overcome your over-indebted situation.

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Oh My! Kids’ Interactive Linen and Playmats Oh My! Kids’ Interactive Linen and Playmats are proudly South African and designed by a teacher with many years of experience.

esigned initially as interactive bedsheets and pillowcases to provide children in hospital with something to do and to guide parents in conversation, they have also been developed to be used at home as duvet sets. They are also available as play and picnic mats and as such are proving very popular in pre-schools, primary schools, doctors’ waiting rooms and in homes. They

are all machine-washable and come with instructions and guidelines, as well as beautiful drawstring carry bags for your convenience. Bedtime and hospital time provide special opportunities to really connect with our children. However, unless we are intentional about these times, they can be lost, particularly in this highly technological age. We’ve all heard it said that children want and need our

time, not our money. The vision behind these bed sets is to create conversations and build lasting memories. While the games can be played with conventional game pieces, they are designed to be used with easily available resources, such as torn-up pieces of coloured paper or coins for counters and pencils for spinners. The games and conversation starters encourage the development of 21st-century skills like teamwork. They encourage communication and other vital skills such as taking turns and listening, as well as the appreciation of others’ opinions. Some of the activities include teaching basic sign language, learning about the planets in our solar system, learning about sounds, countries of the world, I spy, tic-tac-toe, checkers and snakes and ladders. There are also conversation and story starters to help you learn more about each other in a fun way.

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Hygiene at Indoor Play Areas Under the Spotlight Play areas in shopping centres and restaurants are usually considered to be convenient solutions for parents who need to keep their children occupied and entertained.

ost restaurants have security measures like cameras, safety tags, child minders and a sign-in system, to make sure little ones remain safe. But do they consider the unseen dangers such as exposure to bacteria and viruses that may be lurking? These recreational areas are the perfect breeding ground for bacteria and if not properly cleaned on a regular basis, can be hazardous to public health and safety. Over the last few months there have been various reports of measles outbreaks and the H1N1 virus affecting 3 children at the same school in Pietermaritzburg. Industroclean Managing Director, Emma Corder urges all establishments and institutions with play areas to maintain a strict cleaning regime to reduce exposure

to possible infections. “Retailers, restaurants and schools need to take hygiene and cleanliness very seriously,” she says. “While it is impossible to eliminate all risks of infection, you are able to at least minimise them by routinely sanitising, cleaning and disinfecting all areas.” Over a busy period, such as weekends or holidays, a play area could host more than 100 children in one day. Corder says that it is important to clean and sanitise daily, while spot cleaning several times a day. “Remember, these play areas accommodate children from about 18 months to about 8 years old, so they’re at different developmental stages, which means that the playroom is subjected to a wide range of germs. Managers should

make sure that these areas are shutdown to do a full clean up to prevent the spread the contagious diseases and germs.” Cleaning experts advise that all playground equipment be pressure washed at least once quarterly, to get rid of grime that builds up, especially on equipment like swings and monkey bars. All play areas should have mopping units, cloths, window cleaning equipment and vacuums at hand to ensure hygienic spaces for children to play in. “These areas should also have wipes available, not only to wipe down surfaces, but also for staff and children to use for their hands’. Corder insists that any entity that wishes to provide the public with a play area should fully commit to keeping this space hygienic at all times. “A clean and safe playing area is a non-negotiable. If you’re providing a recreational space, make sure that your staff can effectively carry out the necessary cleaning routines to keep germs at bay,” Corder concludes.

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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

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

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sprouts, artichokes, chickpeas, lentils, nuts, beans and quinoa. Give your body a detox from the following foods: wheat, sugar, red meat, dairy and processed foods. Even just a few days will be beneficial to you. Cutting out portions of your diet that are harmful for your gut health is a great way to get your gut back on track fairly quickly. Feed your body with probiotics. No matter how good your diet is or what supplements you take, your body cannot function 100% optimally without the correct balance of beneficial bacteria. If the gut flora is damaged, the best foods and supplements in the world may not be broken down and absorbed. When it comes to gut health, it’s about giving your gut what it needs to recover and work properly. When it’s working as it should do, you’ll certainly notice the difference. * Efficient Microbes’ Rawbiotics range, a non-freezedried liquid and raw probiotics, is vegan friendly, GMO free and free of dairy, lactose, soy and gluten. This 100% natural blend of beneficial bacteria will ensure that your body is able to utilise the nutrition from the food you eat, prevent the build-up of harmful bacteria, promote a strong immune system and create its own natural vitamins. Visit www.efficientmicrobes.co.za for more info

Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month February is Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month, and there is no time like the present to change your lifestyle habits for the better.

he obvious changes include good nutrition, regular exercise, cutting back on smoking and drinking and safe sexual behaviour. And then, of course, there is your mental and emotional health – are you spending enough time with your loved ones, getting enough sleep, and prioritising your own needs? I know from experience that moms struggle with this! A great starting point is to develop healthy eating habits. The Heart and Stroke Founda-

tion South Africa offers some simple healthy eating steps to improve your overall health. Simple steps to healthy eating Eat more healthy foods such as: • Fruit and vegetables • Beans and lentils for high-quality carbohydrates, protein and fibre. • Low fat or fat-free dairy • High fibre wholegrain starchy foods such as whole-wheat bread, brown rice, oats, whole-wheat pasta and barley, instead of refined cereals.

• Lean and fresh protein like fish, eggs, skinless chicken, lean mince and ostrich meat instead of processed and fatty meats. • Choose healthy fats found in canola, olive or sunflower oil, soft tub margarine, peanut butter, nuts and seeds, avocado and fish. • Choose foods high in omega 3 fats which are good for your heart and can help to improve cholesterol levels. • Water and unsweetened tea or coffee For more info visit www.heartfoundation.co.za. By Sarah Mackintosh.

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Your Wellness in 2020 Adopt a new attitude to well-being, extending from food and fitness to your emotional and mental health, finances, work and family. Here are tips to get 2020 off to a good start, writes Glynis Horning

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CLEAN” EATING AND DRINKING It’s a buzzword bandied about by stars from Gwyneth Paltrow to Beyoncé, but it’s rooted in the natural health movement of the 60s and sensible principles. • Focus on whole, natural, unrefined foods: lots of veggies and fruits, whole grains and legumes, some lean protein (preferably freerange), and healthy oils and fats like avocados, raw nuts and seeds and their oils, and fatty fish several times a week. • Avoid or minimise processed foods, which often lose healthy fibre and nutrients, while gaining unwanted saturated fats or trans fats (“not healthy in any quantity,” says Joburg dietitian Lila Bruk), salt, sugar, preservatives and other additives. Read labels. • Drink water – invest in a filter, and keep a jug in the fridge, with sliced lemon, cucumber, apple or mint leaves for flavour; sip unsweetened tea or coffee. NON-TOXIC GREEN LIVING It’s easier to live a healthier and more ethical lifestyle than you think. • Buy local produce in season to lessen your carbon footprint (support farmers’ markets), and choose free-range and organic if you can afford it, “but only

if it doesn’t mean you buy and eat less of a variety of fresh fruit and veges,” says Bloemfontein dietitian Tristi van der Spuy. Rinse well – even produce with inedible skins, as cutting through these with a knife may contaminate the insides. • Also look for organic, non-toxic products to clean your body (your skin is your largest organ and some chemicals can penetrate it and be absorbed), as well as for your home, dishes and clothes. • Keep plants around the home and your workplace to clean the air because they absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen. ACTIVE LIVING Moving briskly for just 30 minutes a day will give your heart and other muscles a workout, keep you strong and help you to maintain a healthy weight. • Do what you enjoy, so you keep doing it: walk with a friend, dance with your partner, do squats watching the news. Three 10-minute sessions a day will do it. “Small pockets of exercise beat no exercise and add up,” says Durban fitness consultant Hayley Cassim of Gym in a Box. • Work out with weights (or water bottles) for 10 minutes, to strengthen muscles and bones.

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• Hire a trainer for a session to get guidelines on what works best for your body type. EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL WELLNESS This is vital to cope with the challenges in turbulent times, helping you put problems in perspective and bounce back. • Name your emotions: anger, stress? Don’t suppress or act on your emotions. Take a few moments to compose yourself (breathe deeply), then address them. If they’re more than you can handle, talk to an understanding friend, or a professional. • Know the signs of depression – ongoing low mood, crying, agitation, angry outbursts, tiredness, changes in sleeping or eating patterns or libido and withdrawal. “Start by seeing a doctor who can rule out physical problems such as anaemia and hormonal imbalance, and refer you to other professionals,” says Cassey Chambers, operations director of the South African Depression and Anxiety Group. • Get moving and eat sensibly: just exercising briskly for 20-30 minutes a day can help relieve stress and boost feel-good endorphins, and a balanced diet can improve mood.

Bee Mine Valentine’s Day Craft This little busy beE works great as a classroom craft for Valentine’s Day, or if you remove the hearts you can have yourself a lovely ordinary paper plate bee craft. What you need • 2 paper plates • Pink, red, and black craft foam sheets • White and black puffy paint • Scissors • Yellow craft paint • Paint brush Paint one of your paper plates yellow and let it dry and cut the other white plate in half From your black foam sheets cut the following:

- Three ½ inch wide strips the width of your plate - Small triangle for the stinger - Half a large oval - Two 3 inch x ½ inch strips and two small circles to go on top for antennas Then cut one heart from each your pink and red. Now glue one white paper plate half onto each back side of your yellow plate. Glue your long black strips across the yellow

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OPINION PIECE: Co-Educational Primary School Education Inclusive, real-world, family-based education

hoosing what primary school to send your child to is an important decision to make with lots to consider. Primary school provides an important foundation for high school and for life - so you want to make an informed decision. When my wife Shelley and I made this decision for our three kids: Thomas, Francis and Josie, we looked for a school that offered quality education, encouraged critical, independent thinking and embraced and celebrated diversity. Single-sex education does not mean superior academic education at primary school level. There seems to be a belief that children from single-sex schools perform better academically than those from co-educational ones. The implication of this is that sending your child to a co-educational school could compromise their academic performance. While there is research that suggests that this may be the case at secondary school (due to an escalation of “attraction distraction” and other issues around adolescence) this is not the case at the primary school level. At primary school, academic performance is very much dependent on the quality of the academic programme offered by the individual schools themselves. Co-educational primary education offers real-world education I have always believed engaging with a wide range of people makes for a richer and more interesting life. Our globalised modern world has made the ability to relate to and work effectively with diverse groups of people an essential 21st-century skill. Diversity includes people of different ethnic groups, religious persuasions, sexual orientation and members of the opposite sex. I have seen the benefits of co-educational

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primary schooling in this regard first-hand. All three of my children adjusted easily to the co-educational nature of university life, and are able to work comfortably and positively with members of the opposite sexsomething I have no doubt will continue into their adult working and social lives. Like most people, I have made some good choices and some not so good choices in my life, but I have also made a few smart ones. If you are considering what primary school to send your child to, you have an opportunity to make a really smart choice too - send them to a great co-educational school – send them to Epworth! By Patrick Makkink, Epworth Prep Schools IT Teacher.

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Empathy Skills are Key to Better Learning Nelson Mandela famously stated that education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world

t the same time however, our education system is in crisis. According to Cindy Glass, Co-Founder and Owner of Step Up Education Centres, “Negative behaviours such as aggression, bullying, disrespect toward teachers and peers, intolerance and demotivation seem to be hindering our children’s ability to learn effectively and this has resulted in the learning experience, in general, becoming one of distrust, anxiety, stress and misery. Our innate need to learn is being destroyed by negative human behaviours and relationships and this equates to an ever-increasing lack of empathy skills.” She adds that it takes a village to raise a child and it is time that parents step in and step up to help change the way their children see themselves and the people in their world. The one life skill that she believes can change this is empathy. “This all-important life skill is the ability to identify with another person’s feelings and experiences. Empathy essentially allows children to ‘walk’ in another’s shoes and it teaches them to genuinely have respect for others, even in difficult circumstances. It teaches kindness, compas-

sion and listening skills. Empathy teaches children to seek the good in others and to embrace differing beliefs and cultures. Empathy helps children to seek positive solutions to difficulties and challenges, without intending hurt for another. Just imagine the possibilities in learning if our children could master the skill of empathy!” Cindy gives 5 helpful tips to teach your child to become more empathetic: YOU are your child’s first and longest-lasting teacher: Your child is more likely to do what you do, rather than what you say. It is up to you to model, instruct and expect your child to care about and behave respectfully toward others. Teach your child to express himself in a positive way: If he is upset, teach him to express the feelings he is experiencing in words so that a positive solution can be found. Allow uncomfortable conversations that need expression. Avoidance will lead to feelings of shame and even anger and this could lead to your child making negative choices in a bid to deal with suppressed emotions. Teach your child to allow others to express their feelings in the same way: This

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leads to listening skills. Teach your child to learn to listen to understand the other person without the need for defensive responses. Listen with an open, non-judgemental mind. Genuinely hear what others are saying. Strive to create a meaningful, face-to-face connection with your children: Social media has desensitised us in so many ways that meaningful, wholehearted human relationships are becoming rare! People make-up and break-up over the phone. Some of the most misunderstood arguments and hurtful words are given over a digitised device. Nothing can replace face-to-face positive human connection and relationships. Teach your children to value themselves, their strengths and their weaknesses: Remember that we are only able to treat others based on how we feel about ourselves. Teach them of their worthiness to love and be loved. Teach them the value of each human being walking the earth with them. Just as you teach your children to respect themselves, so we MUST teach them to respect others, to choose kindness and to master the skill of empathy.

Exciting February Events Laddsworth Primary’s High School Expo When: 12 February, 2pm – 5pm Where: Laddsworth Primary School, 1 Winstead Road, Hilton Cost: Free Grade 6 and 7 pupils and their parents are invited to attend the High Schools Expo on Wednesday 12 February 2020 from 2 to 5pm in the Laddsworth Primary School Hall. For more info contact Theresa on 033 343 3256 or admissions@laddsworth.co.za.

My Funny Valentine When: 14 February, 6.30pm Where: Tatham Art Gallery Cost: R150pp My Funny Valentine is a spectacular evening of Food, music, dance and art, with performances by local artists. Dinner will be available from Cafe Tathum. To book and for more info visit webtickets.co.za/myfunnyvalentine.

Station Stoep Market When: 15 February, 8am - 11am Where: Hilton Station Cost: Free Mark the date for the first Station Stoep Food Market at Hilton Station. Lovely fresh produce and yummy homemade treats! Contact 083 289 3094 for more info.

Laddsworth Open Day When: 26 February, 9am – 5pm Where: Laddsworth Primary School Cost: R150pp You are invited to the Laddsworth Primary School open day on Wednesday 26 February 2020 at 9am in the school hall. Welcome tea, presentations and a tour of the school. RSVP to Mrs Jager 033 343 3256 or admissions@ laddsworth.co.za.

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