Mum's Mail October 2018 Pietermaritzburg and Midlands

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Issue 143 • Pietermaritzburg & Midlands • October 2018

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In this issue...

Everyday Life

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Find local news snippets and feedback from our readers. Meet this month’s Cover Stars and find out how the Snupit app can help busy parents.

Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

Read about the new maternity unit at Midlands Medical Centre and find out how aesthetic medicine can help you enhance your appearance without surgery.

Kids’ Life

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Find out all about Baby born® dolls plus enter to WIN a DC Super Hero hamper. You can also find an easy kids’ party recipe and read about Down syndrome awareness.

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Find out about events, festivals, workshops, meetings 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 • Enquiries: Natalie Wilcox • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 1) Advertising Sales: Bev Delew • bev@mumsmail.com • 071 276 0926, Anisha Singh • anisha@mumsmail.com • 083 710 9485 Designer: Wendy Offer Model: Riona, Tyrol and Raiya Naiker • Photographer: Shanna Moreno Photography, www.shannamoreno.co.za

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Everyday Life

Readers’ Feedback Competition

We have an amazing competition for you!

How would you like to win 10 CineCentre movie tickets? All you need to do to enter is send us feedback on companies and services that you found through Mum’s Mail! Here are some of the amazing responses we have had so far.

Received my Mum’s Mail from both my kids’ schools this month and was thankful to see advertising for many of the little things I had needed recommendations on recently, especially dentistry. It’s so convenient and great to know that you think like parents and advertise exactly what all of us are thinking at some point! I’ve used Hoppers and Bugs for jumping castles, Pietermaritzburg Gymnastics Academy for my daughter, dental care for myself and paediatricians for my son – all of which I would never have known about without Mum’s Mail!

– Lorraine Hardman.

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What can I say other than “thank you” to Mum’s Mail who does it “all in one, Mum!” I started reading Mum’s Mail about two years back since my kids started bringing them home each month from school. I’ve planned my daughter’s first birthday using Mum’s Mail, hired party rides and entertainment. Thank you again Mum’s Mail on your excellent work!

– Ayesha Moolla.

I used the Family Dental Care, Durban – Dr Govender was amazing with my kids – so gentle and friendly!

– Kumseela Naidoo.

The winning comment is from Lorraine Hardman, who will receive 10 CineCentre movie tickets. Send your feedback to editor@mumsmail.com to stand a chance to WIN too!

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Local News Snippets

The Cascades Wine and Food Festival The Cascades Wine and Food Festival is taking place at the Cascades Lifestyle Centre from 26 to 27 October 2018. Enjoy this relaxed, upmarket festival, tasting some of South Africa’s best wines from the Cape and KZN, plus craft beers and liquors in an artisanal outdoor setting. Enjoy delicious food & refreshments from local businesses and restaurants, local arts and crafts markets, kitchen cupboard products, and more. There will be live music, comedians and DJs to keep you entertained for the evenings. Tickets are on sale now from the centre info kiosk at R130pp per evening - includes a tasting glass and R50 Cascades Gift Card. Visit www. cascadeslifestylecentre.com.

Queen of the Desert theme had a fun ‘Arabian Nights/Moroccan’ vibe, and the 600 guests, all women, turned out in their magnificently themed outfits to support a great cause – The Sunflower Fund. The purpose of this annual event is to raise funds and awareness for The Sunflower Fund. This enables The Fund to give hope of life to patients diagnosed with life threatening blood disorders who are in need of a blood stem cell transplant. This year an amazing R260 000 was raised for this cause!

Every guest went home with an amazing goodie bag packed with treats and a booklet full of vouchers from generous sponsors. For more information on The Sunflower Fund or how to become a stem cell donor, visit www. sunflowerfund.org.za or call toll free 0800 12 10 82.

Annual Mum’s Mail High Tea a Glittering This is a new feature for local news sent to Success The 13th Annual ‘Queen of the Desert’ Mum’s us by our readers. If you have some local Mail High Tea in association with The Sunflower news that you would like featured in the Fund was held on Friday 7 September at PMB Local News Snippets, please e-mail your news to sarah@mumsmail.com.

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Cover Stars

Meet the Cover Stars

Our cover stars this month are and dry leaves,” says Riona.

Pietermaritzburg family, Riona and Tyrol Naiker with their daughter Raiya (14 The best part about being a parent is the love and affection given by a baby. The months). admiration they reciprocate is amazing.

Riona is a Chief Operations officer in the When a baby displays love, all other worldly textile industry and Tyrol is self-employed cares fall away. It’s just you and them. And in the construction industry, specialising in it’s also wonderful for us to watch as her character traits play out and the milestones plant and equipment hire. progress.”

Raiya is a content and friendly baby who tries her best to avoid naps and bedtime because To new parents, Riona and Tyrol have this she loves playing! “She spends most evenings advice: “It’s vital to allow a baby to develop impressing us with her developments and at their own pace. Don’t compare your child milestones. She loves baby babbling to her to anyone, because we are all unique. It’s also important to let them be babies and reflection in the mirror,” laughs her mom. not to curb their curiosity. Curiosity inspires As we all know, there is no relaxing with a creativity. Enjoy every moment as mom and toddler! “Raiya keeps us busy, more now dad, because time really does pass by in that she’s walking about. When we can, we the blink of an eye and you will really miss relax by watching her favourite videos and the new-born stages once you start running singing along to nursery rhymes. We are after a toddler!” also nature lovers and enjoy the outdoors Written by Sarah Mackintosh together – Rai loves playing with the grass

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Everyday Life

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

Midlands Medical Centre Maternity and Nursery Unit When you welcome Maternity, Nursery and your precious newNeonatal ICU Units. born at Midlands The flow of care is ideal Medical Centre (MMC) for babies, mothers, Private Hospital, you doctors and nurses. The will do so in comfort Maternity, Nursery and safe in the knowledge Neonatal ICU Units are that the facility has the backing of top- highly-equipped and built with the comfort quality doctors and clinicians. of mother and baby in mind.

In a major investment for the region’s healthcare sector, MMC has launched a new, multi-million Rand Caesarean Theatre which boasts the latest technology and equipment in this specialised sector. The new, strategically-located theatre will host the Midlands region’s new-borns in a worldclass facility, providing peace of mind for young families. The safety and quality of care delivered to patients and babies are of paramount importance and this unit is located just metres away from MMC’s

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In addition, the hospital provides a muchneeded free baby bag filled with useful items to get you started on your journey, as well as a special memento of your new-born.

Let Midlands Medical Centre’s highlydedicated and caring team take care of you during this special time!

For more information call 033 – 341 5044/000 or visit www.midlandsmedicalcentre.co.za.

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

Aesthetic Medicine

Aesthetic Medicine is a medical discipline, undertaken by registered medical practitioners, comprising a range of nonsurgical procedures to enhance, treat or change the appearance, colour, texture or structure of the cutaneous tissues or associated structures using techniques that combine both the medical and aesthetic considerations for the patient. As the aesthetic needs and desires of people are increasing, health and fitness are no longer seen as the only ingredients to staying younger for longer. People generally want to feel and look good. People today can reduce, prevent or even erase the signs of aging and skin damage without resorting to surgery. Thanks to a better understanding of the ageing process, non-surgical aesthetic procedures are becoming a more popular choice to prevent, delay or treat the effects of ageing.

Fillers • Chemical Peels • Laser and Light Treatments • Slimming and Cellulite Treatments • Non-surgical Face-lifts • Micro-needling • Treatments for Alopecia (Hair Loss) Despite the growing popularity of these procedures, there are potential risks with any aesthetic procedure. One should have realistic expectations of the results and understand that most treatments are not permanent and may need to be repeated in a few months or a year to maintain results. It is important to choose an appropriately qualified healthcare professional who is trained to administer aesthetic treatments, and who can help you make an informed decision. By carefully researching your options and the doctor who will provide the treatment, you can achieve a natural, refreshed look that enhances your appearance.

Commonly requested aesthetic procedures Source: Dr PKV Patel, Medical & Aesthetics include: • Anti-wrinkle Injections • Dermal Practitioner, www.merakimedical.co.za

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Our Services Include:General, Integrative & Aesthetic Medicine General, Integrative & Consultations Aesthetic Medicine Consultations & RAF Impairment Assessments.

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Frown-lines, Smile Lines, Eyebrow lift lines, & Forehead Lines.

• Anti-Wrinkles Injections - Frown-lines, Smile Forehead lines. • Dermal Fillers: Liquid Face-lifts; Cheek, Chin & Lip Augmentation; Facial • Dermal Fillers - Liquid face-lifts, Cheek & Lip Augmentation; Rejuvenation.

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

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Kids’ Life

Baby born®: Setting Free a Child’s Imagination Baby born® dolls have been a girl’s best friend, baby and playmate for 26 years. Even today, with smartphones, gaming consoles and high tech toys, Baby born® is still high up on the festive season and birthday wish lists.

Playing with Baby born® has never been more fun, as she can do virtually anything.

The unique doll with lifelike functions encourages role-play, where children can set free their imaginations and learn essential social skills such as nurturing, kindness, responsibility and sharing. Emulating real life situations in role-play encourages a child’s imagination and not only lets him or her adjust to altered situations with ease, but enables them to prepare for life playfully.

Since Baby born® was introduced to the marketplace in 1991, more than 22 million dolls have been sold worldwide. And the fun continues as the brand develops and expands with new, carefully designed accessories. Numerous accessories are included with each doll - these consist of a plate and spoon, a potty, a dummy, a diaper and a sachet of baby doll food. An extensive range of playsets and accessories are also available, including the Baby born® Deluxe Outdoor Set, Deluxe Safety Set with Helmet and Romper Collection.

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Baby born® is ideal for girls aged three and over. The products are available at good toy stores and retailers countrywide.

October will see the launch of Prima Toys’ nationwide Baby born® campaign where little girls can stand a chance to win their share of R100 000 Baby born® dolls and accessories!

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Kids’ Life

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The new range of DC Super Hero products is going to thrill fans of Superman, Batman, the Flash, Wonder Woman and Harley Quinn. There are stretch figurines, Ooshies, Mashems and an assortment of dress up costumes for fun role play.

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Specifically for girls, there is the new mini toddler doll range. These miniature DC Super Hero figurines are super cute and great for any fan to unleash their inner hero!

For boys there are the DC Justice League Tuck Box Puzzles and Mini Stretch Justice League figurines.

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Kids’ Life

Marie Biscuit Party Treats These Marie biscuit treats are SO cute and Percy Piglet easy to make. They are also a great option for when your child is “Baker Baker” at Ingredients: school, as they can help to make them plus • 10 Pink marshmallows their classmates will love them!

• Royal icing • 10 Marie biscuits Ladybirds • Liquorice strips • 20 Smarties Ingredients: • 20 Jelly Tots • Royal icing • 20 Marie biscuits Method: • Liquorice strips Cut five marshmallows in half, for the noses • 20 red or brown Smarties (use scissors dipped in warm water). Cut the • Silver cake beads other five marshmallows into two slices, then cut each slice in half, for the ears.

Method: Spread royal icing over the Marie biscuits.

Spread royal icing over the Marie biscuits. Place the nose and ears on the biscuit. Cut Cut liquorice strips to the desired lengths. the liquorice into pieces. Place one piece Place one strip across the top of the biscuit below the nose for the mouth. Use two and another down the centre – in a ‘T’ Smarties for the eyes, and stick two Jelly Tots shape. on top for the nose.

Place three or four Smarties on either side of Leave to stand until the icing sets. the liquorice strip, for the wings. Place two silver cake beads at the top for eyes.

Source: Easy Party Treats for Children by Leave to stand until the icing sets.

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Kids’ Life

Down Syndrome Support Group

National Down Syndrome Day is observed on 20 October. Down syndrome is a genetic condition that typically causes some level of learning disability and characteristic physical features. Down syndrome is caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21 in a baby’s cells.

Life with Down syndrome Although there is no “cure” for Down syndrome, there are ways to help children with the condition develop into healthy and fulfilled individuals who are able to achieve the level of independence right for them.

This includes: • Access to good healthcare, including a range of different specialists.

• Early intervention programmes to provide support for children and parents. • Good parenting skills and an ordinary family life.

• Education and support groups to provide information and help for parents, friends and families. • Improved education and support has led to more opportunities for people with Down syndrome.

‘You’re Magical’ is a non-profit support group, founded by Trudy Chetty. It is designed to assist people with Down syndrome and to let them know they are special, gifted and unique.

Trudy’s mission is to create and nurture a loving and inclusive community celebrating every person with a disability, including Down syndrome. “We will accomplish this mission by empowering and supporting families and individuals who have been touched by Down syndrome. We want to work together to increase education, promote public understanding and acceptance, work toward full inclusion, and defend the civil rights of individuals with Down syndrome,” says Trudy. “I want to make an appeal to parents of children with Down syndrome to join me and work together in the community to grow ‘You’re Magical’.”

Contact Trudy Chetty on youremagical@webmail.co.za, trudychetty@webmail.co.za or phone 083 318 1276.

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Diary Dates OCTOBER AWARENESS DAYS • Breast Cancer Awareness Month • Month Mental Health Awareness Month • 1: World Hospice and Palliative Care Day • 13: World Sight Day • 9 – 15: National Nutrition Week • 10: World Mental Health Day • 12 – 20: World bone & Joint Week • 15: Global Hand Washing Day • 15 – 19: National Obesity Week • 16: World Food Day • 16: World Spine Day ● 20: National Down Syndrome Day • 20: World Osteoporosis Day • 29: World Stroke Day. ARTS & CULTURE • 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Oct (Tues), 7pm – 9.30pm, HILTON ART GROUP, R200pp per class, claudiaplunkett@gmail.com.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct (Sun), 9am – 2pm, CITY HALL CRAFT MARKET, opposite PMB City Hall, Michelle 033 – 396 2807.

CHARITY ● 1 – 31 Oct (Sat & Sun), 9.30am - 4.30pm, GROWING PARKS, Chase Valley Road Park, PMB, growing.parks@gmail.com.

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS • 1 – 31 Oct (various days & times), YOGA CLASSES, PMB and Hilton, Glynis, 076 823 9327, Facebook: @YogaIdentity.

• 1 – 31 Oct (various days), 9am – 4.30pm, DOMESTIC COOKING CLASSES, Vital Life Training, R1 450pp, 033 - 386 4451, 083 445 1441, www.vitallifetraining.co.za.

• 1 – 31 Oct (various days), COMPUTER TRAINING, R120 per hour, Microsoft Software 2003 - 2013, one-on-one training, beginners to advanced, lynettemuchna@sai.co.za.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Mon & Wed), 9am - 10am, TAI CHI WITH DEBORAH DON, 1 Committee Lane, Hilton, 033 – 343 3226, 082 228 7943.

ENTERTAINMENT • 13 Oct, 7pm, A LADDSWORTH LATINO JOL: DESPACITO, Laddsworth Primary School, Hilton, for bookings: 033 – 343 3256, admin@laddsworth.co.za.

• 14 Oct, 2pm, THE GREAT BRITISH PUB NIGHT WITH DAVE MONKS, Alan Wilson Shellhole, PMB, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www.events. durbantheatre.com.

LEISURE/OUTDOORS • 1 – 5 Oct, 8am – 12pm, HAPPY HOLIDAY CLUB, R130pp/day, ages 3 – 6, Mountain Homes, Hilton, Lauren, 082 563 8799, laurenhutchesson@hotmail.com.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Sat & Sun), 10am – 5pm, GOSHALA COW SANCTUARY, just outside PMB, info@goshala.co.za, 084 258 1121, 033 – 251 6110.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Sat & Sun), 9am – 5pm, SPRINGHOLM PICNICS, Springholm, Nottingham Road, Natal Midlands, 082 682 0378, picnics@springholmchalets.com, www.springholmchalets.co.za.

• 1 – 31 Oct, PMB BABYSITTER’S CLUB, Nikita, 078 439 9051.

• 1 – 31 Oct, 10am – 3pm, every weekend (weather permitting), LIONS RIVER RAILWAY, Piggly Wiggly, Midlands, a miniature railway, R30 per person, www.facebook.com/LionsRail, Andries Keyser, 062 206 1906.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Thurs & Sat), various times, CIRCLE DANCING, 1 Committee Lane, Hilton and Lakes in Amber Valley, Deborah, 082 228 7943, 033 – 343 3226.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Tues & Wed), various times, YOGA CLASSES IN PMB & HILTON, Glynis, 076 823 9327.

• 6 – 7 Oct, 8am – 5pm, HILTON JUNIOR TENNIS TOUNAMENT, Hilton Tennis club, R240pp, entries close 2 Oct: admin@cftennis. co.za.

• 7 Oct, 9am – 2.30pm, HILTON COLLEGE OPEN DAY, Hilton College, Hilton, RSVP to trish@hiltoncollege.com, 033 – 383 0100.

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• 7 Oct (1st Sun), 10am – 3pm, HALLEY PARK MINIATURE RAILWAY, 78 Rudling Road, Bisley, Pietermaritzburg, Andries Keyser, 062 206 1906, www.pmes.co.za.

• 13 Oct, 8am – 9am, FOREST FUN RUN/WALK, hosted by Christ Church, Hilton, 3 Bergview Road, Hilton, 033 – 343 4934.

• 20 Oct (3rd Sat monthly), 9am – 10am, HILTON PRODUCE EXCHANGE, James Craib Park, 3 Committee Lane, Hilton, www. facebook.com/groups/midlandsbartermarkets.

• 26 – 27 Oct, CASCADES WINE FESTIVAL, Cascades Lifestyle Centre, 23 McCarthy Dr, Chase Valley Downs, PMB, 033 – 347 1486.

• 28 Oct, 8.30am & 12.30pm, UMGENI STEAM RAILWAY 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.

MARKETS • 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct (Sat), 8am – 12pm, PIETERMARITZBURG SPCA MORNING MARKET, 235 Woodhouse Road, 033 – 386 9267.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct (Sat), 6am - 10am, PMB FARMERS’ MARKET, PMB Botanical Gardens, Mayors Walk, Mike, 082 886 0687.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct (Sat), 7am – 12pm, CLARIDGE FARM & GARDEN MARKET, 5km from Northway Spar, PMB on the Otto’s Bluff Road, 078 037 6908.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct (Sat), 7am – 11am, KARKLOOF FARMERS’ MARKET, 2.6km outside Howick on Karkloof Rd (access on D507), 082 820 8986, Andrea.

• 6 Oct (1st Sat), 8am - 2pm, JESMOND DENE MORNING MARKET, Jesmond Dene Nursery, 204 Murray Rd, Cleland, PMB, Jannetta, 072 822 6950, R90 per stall.

• 7 Oct (1st Sun), 8.30am - 11.30am, DARGLE COUNTRY MARKET, Lions River Club, darglecountrymarket@gmail.com.

• 7 & 28 Oct (1st & last Sun), 9am – 3pm, YMCA SUNDAY MARKET, YMCA, Scottsville, Jenny, 073 500 1244.

• 26 Oct (last Fri), 5pm - 9pm, PMB DUNROBIN MARKET, Dunrobin Garden Centre, 31 Warwick Rd, Penny, dunrobinmarket@gmail. com, 082 920 2787.

• 28 Oct (last Sun), ALEX UPMARKET, Alexandra Park, PMB, Michelle 033 – 396 2807.

MEETINGS • 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Oct (Tues), 2.30pm – 3.30pm, MOMMYHEART FOOTPRINTS GROUP, 9 Hillside Rd, Hilton, 081 528 6577.

• 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Oct (Wed), 9.30am – 11am, MOMMYHEART POSTNATAL DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP, 9 Hillside Rd, Hilton, 081 528 6577.

• 3 & 17 Oct (1st & 3rd Wed), 7pm, MARITZBURG CAMERA CLUB, Maritzburg Golf Club, PMB, pmbcameraclub@gmail.com, www. maritzburgcameraclub.co.za.

• 16 Oct (3rd Tues), 9.30am, HILTON GARDEN CLUB, Judy Sinclair, 033 – 343 2402, 082 852 4087.

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