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FROM THE EDITOR FAN MAIL HEALTH, FASHION & BEAUTY THE BABY EXPO PREGNANCY & BABIES KIDS’ CORNER/LET’S PARTY! EDUCATION & SCHOOLING AUGUST EVENTS DIARY DISTRIBUTORS’ DIRECTORY
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Learn all about instruments Playing of all percussion instruments Learning rhythm patterns & tonal patterns Reading music and understanding music language Graphic notation Body movement and awareness
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FROM THE EDITOR Maths and English programmes for children of all ages and abilities
By the time we distribute this issue of Mum’s Mail, we will be less than a month away from hosting The 6th Annual Mum’s Mail High Tea in association with The Sunflower Fund. Excitement in our office is on the upswing, and ladies are scrambling for the last few tickets (a state of panic quite familiar to those who missed out last year, and who were on the waiting list of 180 ladies who never booked tickets). One of our “oldest” advertisers (and by that I mean long-standing, and not in age!), remarked that it must be great to be in such demand, with 430 tickets almost selling out in just over a month. The only problem with being in demand, is the pressure of raised and heightened expectations...the ladies who attend every year expect bigger and better, year after year.
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Our theme/dress code for the 2011 event is “Very Vintage” so if you’re stumped for ideas of what to wear, think pearls and lace, satin, feathers or fascinators in your hair, creams and browns. And don’t forget my best friend, Google - it’s amazing what pics you will find which will provide you with fashion inspiration to suit the theme.
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If you’d like to donate a lucky draw prize or goodie bag items for the event, it’s not too late! Please e-mail details of what you would like to donate to editor@mumsmail.com and we’ll be sure to include your contact details in the programme. For more info on the fantastic work The Sunflower Fund is doing with the money we raise from the High Tea, visit www.sunflowerfund. org.za.
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HEALTH, FASHION & BEAUTY
DIETICIAN
Chronic Stress in Children
Veni Maharaj
What is chronic stress? Good stress is short term and can be positive as it motivates and gets an individual going. Stress changes from good to bad when the stress is ongoing (chronic) and is more than your child can cope with. When stress is ongoing the body is continually responding to that stress. The chemicals and hormones activated during stress don’t have a chance to return to normal. This ongoing situation stresses the organs, unbalances several body systems, weakens the immune system and leads to fluctuating sugar levels. Eventually, adrenal gland exhaustion can result because of all the cortisol being pumped out, leading to lowered energy levels. Chronic stress affects body and brain. It depletes nutrients, destroys brain cells, damages the gut/digestive system and lowers immune function. It also affects behaviour.
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Causes of chronic stress in children: • Not meeting parents’ expectations (major cause). • Absorbing and reflecting the stress of others. • Hearing their parents or other adults discussing frightening or upsetting events. • Peer pressure. • Being a victim of bullying. • Having unrecognised learning difficulties or other challenges.
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ORTHODONTICS PRACTICE ORTHODONTICS
UK ORTHODONTIST DR R GOVENDER B.Ch.D. (UWC); MFDS (RCS Edin); MSc (Lond); MOrth (RCS Eng.)
Now consulting at 328 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg (directly opp St Anne’s Hospital).
Tackling chronic stress in our children’s lives invariably involves examining our own stress levels. This might mean considering a change in lifestyle. Having a happier and more peaceful home environment, and an improvement in our children’s health, behaviour and marks would make it well worth the effort.
Dr Govender is a member of the British Orthodontic Society and the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
For appointments call 031 – 207 2206 e-mail: orthodonticscentre@gmail.com
Source: “Parents Take Charge”, Sandy Gluckman. Contact ADHASA, 011 – 888 7655.
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HEALTH, FASHION & BEAUTY Ramadan Fasting Without the Headache The fasting month of Ramadan is an annual religious practice of Muslims. During this one-month period, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset with participants abstaining from eating, drinking and smoking for 29 to 30 days. Many people who fast over Ramadan suffer mild or moderate headaches as a result of factors such as hypoglycemia, caffeine withdrawal, dehydration, change in sleep patterns and the stress of fasting itself. Headache onset often occurs in the afternoon or evening just before the fast is broken. Headache frequency typically increases over the duration of fasting. Those prone to headaches at other times of the year are most likely to get headaches, but some patients that experience headaches during this time have no history of headaches or migraines.
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Eliminate headaches from your fasting regimen during Ramadan: • Reduce caffeine consumption in the weeks leading up to Ramadan month. Have a cup of strong coffee just before the start of the fast for the day as this can prevent a caffeine withdrawal headache. • Eat a meal with low sugar content before the fast begins for the day to prevent low blood sugar and therefore the possibility of triggering a headache • Ensure adequate intake of fluid before the onset of the fast to prevent headaches. • Rest and sleep often to help prevent being subjected to headaches and the pain.
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Medicinal Help: Preventative medication that will last for the full twelve hours of the fast includes preparations such as the tablet Naproxen sodium, which is taken as a single dose of 500mg just before the fast begins. This is available over the counter at pharmacies.
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THE BABY EXPO
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PREGNANCY & BABIES • Stimulates all the senses and promotes learning • Develops perceptual motor skills • Unique range of climbing and clambering equipment • Original Clamber Club action songs and exciting props • Gives parents great stimulation ideas for home
Breastfeeding (Then and Now) Let’s look back at the closest bond between mother and baby: in days gone by motherhood and breastfeeding went hand in hand. Expectant mums hardly had a choice whether they were going to breastfeed. Girls grew up watching mothers, aunts, sisters and friends breastfeed. It was the norm. Babies were nurtured the natural way with no clocks to tell when and how long to feed. No formula-fed babies to compare to. Deciding not to breastfeed was like signing baby’s death sentence (though this can still be the case).
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Why you should give the “Kiss of Life”... • Approximately 35 people die from heart attacks every day in our country • 75% of all cardiac arrests happen in people’s homes • Approximately 10 children die every day in South Africa and 1000s are injured • CPR for children, if started early, is often lifesaving, as they collapse due to breathing problems • The brain can only survive for about 5 minutes without oxygen
Today there are so many things that can confuse and distract new mothers in their most critical role of mothering: clocks, bottles, cleverly marketed artificial milk, well-meaning and contradicting advice from loved ones, books, magazines and the Internet. Doctors study medicine and almost nothing about the normal ins and outs of breastfeeding. The media creates the viewpoint that breasts are merely sexual objects. Discreet breastfeeding in public is frowned upon while suggestive advertising draws few complaints.
CPR SAVES LIVES! • Basic Childcare Course • “Save-a-Child” First Aid Course • Cooking and Nutrition For Kids • Developmental Stimulation Course • American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid Course • We also do placements for Au Pairs Educare is registered with the South African Resuscitation Council & runs American Heart Association approved courses
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Yes, both then and now babies have died unnecessarily due to incorrect feeding. But if we, with our increased knowledge, would go back to the mindset and practice of the way babies were meant to be fed, we would have the best of both worlds. Young women would see first-hand the most special nurturing that takes place at the breast. Children would grow up to be healthy and securely attached. Society would also benefit as these children grow to become the adults of tomorrow. Let’s all support new mums and help make breastfeeding the norm it’s supposed to be…
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Source: Yulanda Ridge, Certified Lactation Consultant, 033 – 396 1733, 082 725 5043.
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PREGNANCY & BABIES The Baby Expo MamaMagic The excitement is mounting as preparations get underway for The Baby Expo MamaMagic coming to the shores of Durban in August. The expo will be held once again at the prestigious ICC. This award-winning exhibition has now become a firm highlight on any expectant or new parents’ calendar. The largest baby and parenting exhibition in South Africa will once again bring to Durban the very latest in products and services to make your pregnancy and parenting experience the best ever. At The Baby Expo MamaMagic there is everything visitors could possibly need and more. As usual Baby City will be there with their amazing special offers which by now you know you absolutely can’t afford to miss. And Barney is returning to sunny Durban with his “Playtime” show. As usual there’ll be a rush for tickets so make sure you get your free ticket early when you book with Computicket (0861 915 8000). The highlight of the show, as always, is of course the wonderful All-Expenses-Paid Pregnancy worth R150 000, which will go to one lucky visitor to the show. All you have to do to enter is to pick up an entry form and then collect stamps from the various stands and drop your completed form off in the entry box. Show Info: 26 to 28 August, 9am – 6pm daily. Entrance Fee: R60 per adult, children under 10 free (maximum of two under 10 free per adult). Tickets available through Computicket and at the door or see voucher on page 7. Barney Show Times: Friday to Sunday: 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Visit www.mamamagic.co.za.
ST ANNE’S HOSPITAL
Breast Feeding Awareness Week 1 - 7 August
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Maternity Unit Start your journey to motherhood in our comfortable Maternity Unit. Book your bed & register automatically on the Maternity Passport which includes: • 4D live scan • Baby gift bag • Photo on Netcare website • Birth registration • 1st immunisation in ward • 1st well baby visit in Stork’s Nest • Netcare 911 registration for 18 months • 24 hr advice line
Paediatric Unit Our comprehensive state of the art Paediatric Unit offers the following facilities: • Specialised equipment • 8 General wards • 7 Isolation units • Playroom • Mums’ lounging area
331 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg Tel: 033 – 897 5000 • Fax: 033 – 897 5275 www.netcare.co.za
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KIDS’ CORNER/LET’S PARTY! Kristina Burge: Junior Winner of 2011 Gateway to Fame
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Kristina Burge, a Grade 5 pupil at Chelsea Senior Primary School, picked the song Good Morning Baltimore from the musical Hairspray for the Gateway to Fame auditions. At first she wanted to do a Jordin Sparks song but was advised to do Good Morning Baltimore instead. This proved to be the winning choice and Kristina got through the auditions and was ultimately named junior winner of the competition.
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There was a whole week of workshops at the Barnyard leading up to the competition, including an outing to Stuttafords to choose outfits for the finals. “Then the Big Night came,” said Monika, Kristina’s mum. “Scott and Wells sent stylists to do the finalists’ hair. The atmosphere was electric, both among the performers and the audience. There were 500 tickets sold! Kristina was the last one to sing in her junior group. She went up onto the stage and all she could see were the judges and the first two rows of tables. She wasn’t nervous, she said – it was like the rehearsals!”
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“My daughter Kristina was a Valentine’s Day surprise baby,” Monika went on. “The second name we’ve chosen for her is Ella, as in Ella Fitzgerald, the jazz singer. The naming was sheer coincidence at the time but in the course of the last 10 years she started showing quite a remarkable aptitude for singing which makes me think that it must have been a premonition, or a kind of special magic that has since accompanied her musical pursuits.”
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Horse & Pony Gifts and Apparel for Adults & Children An exciting new range of Horsey Products especially designed for horse crazy kids! The range includes T-shirts, Riding Shirts, Caps, Mugs, Mousepads, Pencil Bags, Homework Bags and a variety of Bags that Mums and Teens will love too. Certain products can be personalised and made to order. Pony Magic stock now available at: • Scrapbook Creations • Equestrian World • Midlands Tack & Feed
Deliveries Nationwide Nikki Austen: 083 377 0112 | info@ponymagic.co.za
Contact us directly about Horse Riding Lessons and Fun Holiday Workshops!
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• Merchant Directory • Adults’ Workshops • Kids’ Party Workshops: Designer Cupcakes, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, Sandart, etc. 084 587 0880 www.justboutique.net
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BABY SWIM CLASSES
Come enjoy time with your little one in our baby swim classes. Teach them a valuable life skill whilst having fun in the water. • Heated pool • Qualified baby swim instructor
Contact Chantelle 082 213 8076 mantaraysa@gmail.com
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Jumping Castles & Children’s Party Planner
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Visit our showroom for all your party requirements! The one stop Party Planning Service! Specialising in Kidz Themed Parteez! We provide: Themed Party Table & Chairs, Tableware & Décor, Jumping Castles, Chocolate Fountains, Popcorn & Candy Floss Machines, Cakes & So Much More... Contact Anthea on 082 302 5835 e-mail: anthea@hoppersandbugs.co.za www.hoppersandbugs.co.za
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EDUCATION & SCHOOLING
Veruschka Naidoo Audiology Inc.
Executive Skills and ADHD If your child has Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), he is sure to have weaknesses in executive skills. Researchers now believe that ADHD is primarily a disorder of executive skills, rather than of attention. Children with this condition aren’t able to regulate themselves well enough to be able to plan, control impulses, or organise. It’s important to remember that not all children with weak executive skills have ADHD. However, all children with ADHD have weaknesses in one or more executive skills - because such weaknesses are part of the definition of ADHD.
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Important Executive Skills: (1) Impulse Control - Stop and think before acting. This is a fundamental weakness in many children with ADHD. A child with weak impulse control says or does things without thinking. They will do what is fun and avoid the drudgery without considering their obligations. Children with this weakness often speed through school work, sacrificing accuracy and completeness along the way. Children without impulse control: • Interrupt, chatter excessively • Leave homework until bedtime • Rush through school work without reading directions • Follow rules inconsistently. (2) Emotional Control Manage feelings by considering goals. Closely related to impulse control, emotional control helps people keep their eyes on their goal even when painful or unexpected things happen. Children who can’t manage their emotions have trouble accepting criticism. They’re quick to call a situation “unfair”. They overreact to losing a game or getting called on in class. They have difficulty sticking with schoolwork when they are distressed about something. Children without emotional control: • Are easily frustrated and quick to give up • Cannot tolerate corrections or criticism.
331 Burger Street, St Anne’s Medical Centre, Suite 104, Pietermaritzburg 033 - 342 6881 vaudiology@lantic.net
• Private Remedial School • Study Skills • Remedial/Extra Lessons Jenni Underwood 083 395 1321 jenny@braintrainedu.co.za www.braintrainedu.co.za
Audiblox
Programme helps to increase intelligence, sharpens attention and concentration, develops accurate perception, improves long and short term memory, promotes logical thoughts and reading and helps build self esteem and confidence. Contact Anne 033 386 3040
COOL WINDS PLAY CENTRE • Children 4 Months to 5 Years • 1 - 5 Days Per Week • Reception Year • Aftercare • Holiday Programmes
Open from 6:30am - 5:30pm (All holidays excluding December) 2 Hilton Avenue, Hilton, Pietermaritzburg Tel: 033 - 343 4659 • 033 - 343 5410
Shobana Singh Practice no. 0203750
Speech Therapist Special Interests: • Reading and Spelling • Stroke Rehabilitation • Paediatric and Swallowing Disorders
Contact: Jenni Underwood, 083 395 1321. Visit us at www.mumsmail.com
Is your child happily learning at school? If not, we can help.
Practice Number: 0193267
Tel/Fax: 033 - 342 4701 Cell: 072 399 4189 Suite 104, St Anne’s Medical Centre 331 Burger Street, PMB
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ADD/ADHD SUPPORT GROUP: For parents of children with ADD/ADHD. Contact Ralph Gilbert, ralph@drgilbert.co.za.
CASUAL DAY: 2 Sep. Purchase your Casual Day stickers from KZN Society for the Blind & help the disabled. Cost: R10 each. Contact Juanita Davis, 031 – 202 7277, juanita@kznblind.org.za.
BERGTRAILS GAME TRAIL: 1 Oct. Enjoy trail riding in the mountains. Bring your own horse or hire one. Cost: R200 pp. Entries close 17 Sep. Contact Heidi, 082 441 7926, heidi@bergtrails.co.za.
HELP FERAL CATS: Donate food or cash to the SPCA for sterilisation & care of feral cats. Contact Maureen Vider, Pietermaritzburg SPCA, 033 – 386 9267.
INCHANGA CHOO CHOO: 28 Aug, 8.30am & 12.30pm, Kloof to Inchanga (return trips). Contact 087 808 7715, 082 353 6003, www.umgenisteamrailway.co.za.
PIETERMARITZBURG PREGNANCY ASSIST: • Counselling to women & teenagers facing unplanned/unwanted pregnancy • Emergency care safe house for children from birth to 5 years • “Baby Safes” - safe drop-off points for abandoned babies. The organisation needs baby items such as: cots, prams, car chairs, clothes, nappies & formula. Contact Rene Morcom, 033 – 347 5544.
SHONGWENI FARMERS’ & CRAFT MARKET: Every Saturday, 6am – 10.30am, cnr. Alverstone & Kassier Rd, Assagay. Enjoy breakfast under the tented area & then stroll through the market area. Crafts, fresh vegetables, speciality bread, cakes, cheese, hormone-free meat, free-range chicken & duck all on offer. For more info call 083 777 1674.
EASTERN COOKING DEMONSTRATION BY ASHA MAHARAJ: 18 Aug, 11am, Hospice Conference Centre, 200 Zwartkop Rd, Prestbury. Cost: R150 pp. Contact 033 – 344 1560.
PMB FARMERS’ MARKET: Saturdays, 6am, Alexandra Park. Contact 082 886 0687.
“FOR THE LOVE OF YOUR CHILD” ADD WORKSHOP: 27 Aug, 9am – 4pm, Durban. Contact Stuart Wilson, 031 – 208 8896, 076 359 2395.
CITY HALL CRAFT MARKET: Saturdays, 9am – 2pm, opposite City Hall. Contact 033 – 396 2807.
ENTERTAINMENT
GORGEOUS WORKSHOPS: • 2 Aug, 9am – 11am, Gorgeous Novelty Biscuits • 2 Aug, 11.30am – 1.30pm, Tricks with Chocolate • 2 Aug, 2pm – 4pm, Butter Cream Piping Skills on Cupcakes • 10 Aug, 9am – 11am, Gorgeous Novelty Biscuits • 16 Aug, 9am, Fancy Biscuit Making • 22 Aug, 9am – 11am, Tricks with Chocolate. Venue: The Gorgeous Conservatory, 23 Montgomery Dr, Athlone. Contact Lara, 033 – 342 4984, 084 587 0880.
THE FOOD MARKET: Last Saturday of every month, 8am – 1pm, Hellenic Community Centre, Durban North. Next market: 27 Aug. Contact 084 409 5444.
EMOTION IN MOTION: Stress release sessions, conference workshops, ice breakers, body-mind awareness. One-onone or group sessions, including movement. Contact Charlotte Blignaut, coach@emotioninmotion.co.za.
HIRSH’S BUSINESS NETWORKING: 25 Aug, 8.30am, Hirsch’s, Pietermaritzburg. Contact Sera Glaus, 033 – 328 2700.
GENERAL SEWING & SOFT FURNISHINGS CLASSES: Wednesday afternoons. Contact Brenda Horner, 082 372 1737, decorsol@lantic.net.
WOMEN IN BUSINESS (WIB) FORUM: Thurs 11 Aug, Fernhill. Speaker: Guest from Auditor General S.A. Contact Ali Engelbrecht, 082 929 2536.
PLAIN LANGUAGE PROGRAMME: Various dates, 9am – 1pm daily, countrywide. Learn how to write so consumers will be able to understand your communications. Contact Mia Botha, 082 332 7012.
CELEBRATE WOMEN’S MONTH WITH PASSION & POWER: 31 Aug, White Horse Room, Golden Horse Casino. Contact Ali Engelbrecht, WIB, 082 929 2536.
BOOKS2YOU: • 25 & 26 Aug, 10am – 3.30pm & 7.30am – 2pm, St John’s DSG • 30 & 31 Aug, 10am – 3pm & 7.30am – 2pm, Longmarket Girls’ School. Contact Paula, 082 907 1573.
INTUITION, YOGA & ENERGY RETREAT: 21 – 23 Aug, 2pm – 2pm, Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, Balgowan, Midlands. Cost: R3990 pp. Contact Trish Holdengarde, 082 805 3853, intuitone@umvoti.co.za.
SIX OF THE BEST: Until 28 Aug, Barnyard Theatre, Durban. Tickets: R125 pp Wed – Sat, R90 Tue night & Sun matinee. Contact 031 – 566 3045, gateway@barnyardtheatres. co.za, www.barnyardtheatres.co.za.
ANNUAL CLIVIA CLASSIC WALK: 3 Sep, 9am, Pietermaritzburg Botanical Gardens. Contact Lynley Westwood, Clivia Pre-Primary, 033 – 344 3125, admin@cliviapp.co.za.
WITNESS HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL: 16 – 18 Sep, Hilton College. Shows, Think Fest presentations & workshops, arts & crafts. Bookings open 19 Aug. Visit www.hiltonfestival. co.za.
PAMPER PARTIES: For girls aged 4 – 12, at your home. Cost: minimum R50 per child. Contact Nirvana Pillay, 076 492 4965, 033 – 397 2944, nirvanap722@gmail.com.
CABARET: 6 – 28 Aug; Tues – Sat 7.30pm, Sun 6pm, Sat 2.30pm; Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre, Durban. Contact Computicket, 0861 915 800.
Send your September Diary Dates to editor@mumsmail.com with “Pietermaritzburg Diary” in the subject line before 10 August. Entries will be published space permitting & at the Editor’s discretion. Please confirm all details of events with contact person.
THE COOLIE ODYSSEY: Until 7 Aug, Playhouse Drama, Durban. Presented as a special event to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Indians arriving in S.A. Contact Computicket, 0861 915 800.
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AUGUST AWARENESS DAYS
CHARITY
COURSES/WORKSHOPS
GROUPS
LEISURE
MARKETS
MEETINGS
• National Women’s Month • Organ Donor Month • 1: Ramadan begins • 1 – 5: Rheumatic Fever Week • 1 – 7: World Breastfeeding Week • 1 – 7: National Immunisation Awareness Week • 9: National Women’s Day • 12: International Youth Day • 22 – 28: African Traditional Medicine Week • 31: African Traditional Medicine Day.
EDUCATION/CHILDREN
SPECIAL EVENTS
AUGUST EVENTS DIARY
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DISTRIBUTORS’ DIRECTORY Athlone Athlone Primary 033 - 342 9530 Little Saints Pre-School 082 375 8947 Baynesfield Country Bumpkin 033 - 251 0422 Bisley Bisley Park Primary 033 - 386 2460 Half Pints 033 - 346 0459 Cottontail Cottage Daycare 033 - 346 2528 Gia’s Daycare 033 - 346 0392 Hazelwood Pre-Primary 033 - 386 2621 Humpty Dumpty Playschool 033 - 386 7144 Bombay Heights Truro Pre-Primary School 033 - 391 2472 Union Park Primary 033 - 391 4552 Boughton Toptots 033 - 344 2890 Cato Ridge George Cato Primary 031 - 782 2060 Chasedene Happy Land 033 - 342 8424 Chase Valley Bridget Holmes 033 - 347 2214 Northern Park 033 - 342 3222 Clarendon Baby Bears Club 084 610 3020 Clarendon Primary 033 - 342 1734 Jacaranda Pre-Primary 033 - 342 0255 Little People After Care / Crèche 033 - 345 0527 Sunnylea Pre-Primary 033 - 345 4731 Wykeham Collegiate 033 - 342 0752 Eastwood Eastwood 033 - 390 3511 J. C. Joshua Pre-Primary 033 - 390 3934 Epworth Epworth Primary 033 - 846 2500 Hayfields Hayfields Pre-Primary 083 468 9772 Jack & Jill Playcentre 033 - 396 3726 Jolly Tots 083 375 3513 Hilton Cowan House Preparatory 033 - 343 3261 Hilton Montessori 033 - 343 3551
Hilton Pre-Primary 033 - 343 4090 Scovil Heights Pre-School 072 243 2215 Toptots Hilton 083 415 9903 Howick Happy Feet Howick Pre-Primary 033 - 330 3605 Little Kids Academy 033 - 330 4076 Kokstad St Patrick’s 039 - 727 2888 Lincoln Meade Sally’s Day Care 033 - 396 3122 Montrose Bright Sparks Playgroup 033 - 347 1371 Settlers Park Pre-Primary 033 - 347 3061 Mountainrise Arthur Blaxall Special School 033 - 387 1400 Bright Spark 033 - 397 1231 Montessori Pre-Primary 033 - 397 0945 Muslimahs & Tots 083 781 4688 Mountainview Amanah Pre-Primary 082 786 4068 Northdale Green Hill Primary 033 - 387 1889 Northdale Primary 033 - 387 4045 Northlands Primary 033 - 387 1872 Ramatha Road Primary 033 - 387 1762 Regina Primary 033 - 391 4628 Ridge View Primary 033 - 387 1810 Rosefern Primary & Rose Buds Daycare 033 - 387 7836 Springhaven Primary 033 - 391 4374 Suncrest Primary 033 - 391 4522 TPA 033 - 387 1011 United Churches Pre-Primary 033 - 397 0773 W.A. Lewitt Primary & Rainbow Kids Pre-School 083 556 6296 Northern Park Peter Rabbit 033 - 345 0542 Nottingham Clifton Preparatory 033 - 266 6801 King’s School 033 - 266 6716 Nottingham Pre-Primary
033 - 266 6189 Nottingham Primary 033 - 266 6731 Oak Park Oak Park Playschool 082 628 2523 Orient Heights Orient Heights Primary 033 - 391 4500 Pelham Alex-Educare 033 - 342 8511 Kidz Palace 2 033 - 386 0570 Margie Dutertre Daycare 033 - 386 9096 Vrolike Vinkies Pre-Primary 033 - 386 5680 Maritzburg Christian Primary 033 - 386 3370 PMB Central Alston Primary 033 - 342 5464 Berg Primary 072 586 0098 Kidz Corner Pre-Primary 033 - 345 5842 Linda’s Crèche 033 - 342 5480 Little Souls Pre-Primary 033 - 342 0510 Merchiston Primary 033 - 342 1838 Michelle’s Montessori 033 - 386 1845 Paddington Bear 033 - 345 0954 Prince Alfred Primary 033 - 345 2664 Rangrage Pre-Primary 083 786 2425 Shri Vishnu Primary 033 - 342 8527 St Christopher’s 033 - 345 4686 Sunrise Montessori 078 323 9096 Teletubbies Daycare Centre 033 - 342 4371 Three Oaks Pre-Primary 033 - 342 5703 Twinkle Star Pre-School 033 - 342 8982 Prestbury Botanic Pre-Primary 033 - 344 3136 Brookby Learning Projects 033 - 344 1335 Clivia Pre-Primary 033 - 344 3125 Prestbury Pre-School 033 - 344 1202 Raisethorpe Allandale Primary 033 - 387 6042 Deccan Road Primary 033 - 391 4318 Ridgeview Jabez Academy 072 728 9289 Scottsville
Baby Days Crèche 083 289 1397 Carefree Kids 033 - 346 0403 Community Of Love Christian Academy 033 - 394 5515 Irene’s Play House 033 - 386 1014 Jolly Jenks Playschool 082 822 8869 Khulanathi School 033 - 260 5759 Kidz Palace 1 033 - 386 6988 Lindiwe Pre-School 033 - 386 8742 Michelle’s Montessori 033 - 386 1845 New England Pre-Primary 033 - 386 3442 Peter Pan Special 033 - 386 8247 Pride Rock 083 789 1849 Ridge Junior Primary 033 - 306 2215 Scottsville Senior Primary 033 - 342 7508 St Charles Primary 033 - 386 8235 St John’s Primary 033 - 386 1500 Tikkabella Kids’ Daycare 033 - 342 1673 Tinkie Winkie 033 - 386 6817 Tubby Land Playschool 033 - 386 8496 Wembley Cordwalles Preparatory 033 - 342 3077 Gert Maritz Pre-Primary 033 - 345 1501 Gert Maritz Primary 033 - 345 1501 Siembamba Pre-Primary 033 - 342 4311 Woodlands Forest Hill Primary 033 - 387 6262 Other Distributors: Baby and Toddler Workshops Clamber Club Moms and Tots Musikgarten Toptots Yulanda Ridge 082 725 5043 Clinics and Hospitals: Howick Private Hospital Medi-Clinic Medicross St Anne’s Hospital Libraries: Hilton Shopping Centres: Cascades Hayfields Mall Midlands Mall Scottsville Mall The Quarry Victoria Road
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Hilton
WISHING ALL WOMEN A HAPPY WOMEN’S MONTH!
033 - 387 3797 589 Old Greytown Road (above First National Bank), Raisethorpe, Pietermaritzburg
“Read and Learn Better, Faster and more Effectively” Young and old, Wise Eye can change your life by improving your reading skills. Wise Eye is a dynamic computerised programme. What makes Wise Eye unique is that it makes use of tests including an infrared tracking, reading and recording instrument. This advanced diagnosis of an individual’s reading ability is essential to determine the level at which the student should start Wise Eye and the degree to which they have improved. Contact: Devon White on 033 - 343 3226 e-mail: devon@wiseeye.co.za
HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION
Beach Cottage with a stunning seaview in Port Edward. Sleeps 8 - 10 people. Close to main beach and shops. 10 mins from the Wild Coast Sun. SPECIAL - FROM R800 PER NIGHT (MAX 10 PEOPLE) 082 781 8611 or 073 583 0518 !
mgeni Steam Railway U1860 - 2010: 150 Years of Railways in South Africa
YOUR CHILD DESERVES THE BEST! ENROL HIM/HER AT
Kidz Palace Daycare & Educare 2 Legion Rd, Scottsville • Tel: 033 – 386 6988 18 Haldane Rd, Pelham • Tel: 033 – 386 0570 e-mail: kidzpalace@telkomsa.net 10 Months to 5 Years (Grade RR) • Fully registered – exceeds Municipal requirements • Qualified and experienced Principal • Experienced care-givers with first aid • Spacious, clean, loving, caring and safe environment • Excellent security • Modern computers with kids’ software • 107cm LCD television • Educational and stimulating curriculum • Safe, non-toxic educational toys • Well equipped fantasy room • Junior toilets and wash-basins • Jungle gym facilities • Freshly prepared nutritious meals • Preparing your child for school readiness • Open from 06h45 to 17h00 • Extra-curricular activities: Monkeynastix, swimming, pottery, ball skills. • Transport service can be arranged
THE INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN
08h30 & 12h30 Sunday 28 August From Kloof Station (Stokers’ Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market & Tea Garden • Adults R150 • Pensioners R130 • Children R120 At Inchanga Station: Craft Market, Food To Suit Most Tastes & Picnic Area
Applications for 2012 now open. Limited space.
Online Booking www.umgenisteamrailway.co.za or phone 087 808 7715 or 082 353 6003
Shamane Singh (B.ED Hons.UKZN) 083 441 1650
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Cool Winds
Beauty & Wellness Centre Let Us Spoil You! All treatments on WEDNESDAYS Less 25% Acrylic & Gel Nails Less 10%
Friend/Partner Special
Book a Lilian Terry Full Body Massage for TWO & pay only R220 per person.
Mom & Daughter Special
BASSWOOD SHUTTERS
SUPPLIERS OF SUPERIOR QUALITY BLINDS & SHUTTERS
Book an Environ Facial and Spa Pedicure for Mom and Daughter at R370 per person, and get a Spa Manicure included in your treatments for FREE.
Valid until end August. LAGUNA OUTDOOR BLINDS
033 - 343 4659 or 033 - 343 5410 2 Hilton Avenue, Hilton
WOODEN VENETIAN BLINDS
At all Hirsch’s Homestores • UMHLANGA / GATEWAY - 031 - 566 7002 • BALLITO - 032 - 946 2922 • HILLCREST - 031 - 765 5854 • SPRINGFIELD - 031 - 263 2346 • PIETERMARITZBURG - 033 - 342 5902
coolwindsbeauty@sai.co.za
Paediatric Practice of Dr Shamila D. Singh MBChB (Natal); FCPaed (SA) Affordable Paediatric Care to your Satisfaction
Provides the Following Services: • Attendance of high risk deliveries • Neonatal care • Vaccination and feeding advice • Vaccination clinic for both private and government vaccine • Developmental assessment • Outpatient and hospital specialist consults • Telephonic advice to clients of the practice and referrals to other specialists when necessary
For appointments call 033 – 394 1005 / 033 – 394 1009 Suite 1, Level 3, Netcare St Anne’s Hospital, Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg Mum’s Mail • Tel: 031 - 573 1731 • Fax: 031 - 573 2204 • www.mumsmail.com