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babysandbeyond Embracing change in 2024
The heat is here in more ways than one!
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “The only constant in life is change.” This is such a powerful quote and if we truly think on it we realise how accurate it is.
Life can be wonderful, but it can also be messy. Things don't always go according to plan and we need to have a level of flexibility to adapt – and also thrive.
One way we see change in action is with age. We see children grow and develop into their own person. We see our parents get older. We see ourselves get older. With age comes change – we are not the same people we were five years ago.
With ourselves constantly transforming, similarly our goals and priorities change. A great example is becoming a parent. As a parent, there is a shift in what we would deem a priority. Parents often have to change their habits and sometimes goals.
Part of the reason change can seem scary is because it can feel like we are losing our identity. Things that defined us in the past, no longer do. The reality is that we are constantly changing. Think about who you were 10-20 years ago...
For some, years ago life was about being at the best nightclubs, going out to dinners, wearing those killer heels everywhere and so forth. Fast forward and life has changed – there are kids to pay for, bonds, insurance...
Life happens. Change is a given. It's best we embrace and welcome change to continue our journey of transformation.
Life Kingsbury Hospital is here for you.
The Life Kidz paediatric unit at Life Kingsbury Hospital has been designed with you and your child in mind. Our clinical team of specialists and nurses will care for and nurture your child in a unit specially designed to make them forget that they are even in hospital – beds and blankets aside!
Paediatricians:
Dr Rabeen Lutchman
Dr Hazel Msimango
Dr Allan Puterman
Dr Lara Smith
Dr Hedi van der Watt
Paediatric Surgeon: Dr Shamaman Harilal
ENT Specialist: Dr Ola Basson
Dr Gary Kroukamp
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Reuterina® drops: A convenient liquid drop designed specifically for infants under the age of two years. Reuterina® drops have been clinically validated in babies and children and have been shown to benefit a variety of health conditions, including colic, constipation regurgitation, acute gastroenteritis, and antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
Reuterina® Vit D: These drops are specifically formulated with 400IU Vitamin D3, which acts to enhance the absorption of calcium and phosphate in the body.
Reuterina® junior: These strawberry flavoured chew tablets are appropriate for children over the age of two who can chew a tablet. The tablets are indicated for reduction in diarrhoea, childhood constipation, frequency and pain in children suffering from Functional Abdominal Pain (FAP), and immune modulation.
Reuterina® daily: Probiotics are used to help treat and prevent conditions caused by an imbalance in the gut flora.
Reuterina® acute: Reuterina® acute aids in the restoration and maintenance of a healthy balance of gut flora during and after an antibiotic course.
Reuterina® femme: When ingested daily, Reuterina® femme helps to maintain a healthy vaginal flora and prevent vaginal infections.
www.reuterina.co.za
Say goodbye to stubborn stains and hello to easy, effective stain removal, all in the palm of your hand and in the cleverly designed shape of a pen.
This waterless GoodBasics Stain Remover Pen is your trusty sidekick for those inevitable everyday accidents. It’s compact and portable and designed to fit seamlessly into your life, whether you're a parent on the move or prone to inconvenient coffee spills between meetings. It’s also perfect for someone with an interest in sustainability and seeking solutions that are kinder to the environment.
Unlike traditional stain removers laden with harsh chemicals, GoodBasics Stain Remover Pen is free from soaps and toxic ingredients, and it's safe for children, pets, and all fabrics. The secret behind its impressive stain-erasing abilities lies in its probacterial, eco-friendly solution which not only swiftly removes stains but continues to work its magic for up to 48 hours after application.
www.goodbasics.com
NURTURE Flexcone electric breast pump
Behaving the same way as your baby would when feeding, the Vital Baby®
NURTURE™ flexcone™ electric breast pump offers a two-phase expression for the most effective, fast and comfortable way of promoting breastmilk production.
The electric breast pump together with its incredibly soft silicone breast cup and flexcone™ provides gentle cushioning around your breast and mimics the suckling action of your baby to provide natural and effective breast milk expression.
NURTURE Easy Pour breastmilk storage bags
Afrika Botanicals is the local and international supplier of ethically sourced, 100% cold pressed natural African botanical oils. Their Big Five African Oils Box Set comprises their best-selling carrier oils.
The Big Five box set contains Mongongo, Baobab, Kalahari Melon, Ximenia and Marula Oil in easy-to-use 30ml glass bottles, that can be used on their own or added to your current skin and hair care products to provide that little something extra. Each oil is wild harvested by rural women from communities throughout Southern Africa, ensuring fair trade policies and is then produced in an organic environment.
www.afrikabotanicals.com
The leakproof secure seal ensures no milk is lost when storing breast milk in the fridge or freezer and the wide neck and free-standing base of each storage bag make it easy to fill.
Vital Baby® NURTURE™ ultracomfort breast pads
The Vital Baby® NURTURE™
Vital Baby hamper
Comprising of:
ultra comfort breast pads have an absorbent layer to help keep you dry and comfortable day and night. Double sticky tabs for security and to help prevent slipping, and crinkle-free 3D contour for a natural comfortable fit.
Available at Clicks, Dischem, BabyCity, and online at www.vitalbabyshop.co.za
1 x Vital Baby Electric Breast Pump (valued at R2 856.50); 1 x Vital Baby Breast Milk Bags (valued at R221.20); and 1 x Vital Baby Breast Pads 56 pack (valued at R140.90).
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