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Parent pushing newborn in a pram outdoors during first safe outing in South Africa.

Parent pushing newborn in a pram outdoors during first safe outing in South Africa.

When Is It Safe to Take My Baby Out in Public? A South African Guide for New Parents

Samantha Pieterse

3 days ago11 min read

Biltong image with text What to Eat During Pregnancy, a South African guide for safe and unsafe foods.

Biltong image with text What to Eat During Pregnancy, a South African guide for safe and unsafe foods.

What You Can (and Can’t) Eat During Pregnancy: The South African Food Guide

Samantha Pieterse

Oct 2413 min read

Crying baby illustrating reflux and silent reflux in South Africa.

Crying baby illustrating reflux and silent reflux in South Africa.

The Real Reason So Many South African Babies Have Reflux and What You Can Do About It

Samantha Pieterse

Oct 2212 min read

Mother feeding her baby pureed food with a spoon, representing starting solids and readiness cues at six months.

Mother feeding her baby pureed food with a spoon, representing starting solids and readiness cues at six months.

When Can I Give My Baby Solids? The 3 Readiness Signs Every South African Parent Should Know

Samantha Pieterse

Oct 1510 min read

Preschool Diseases 101: The Germs Your Child Will Definitely Bring Home

Preschool Diseases 101: The Germs Your Child Will Definitely Bring Home

Preschool Diseases 101: The Germs Your Child Will Definitely Bring Home

Samantha Pieterse

Sep 2311 min read

Colorful wooden letters spelling “baby teeth” on a pink background.

Colorful wooden letters spelling “baby teeth” on a pink background.

Teething Symptoms in Babies: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and When to Reach for Medicine

Samantha Pieterse

Sep 1612 min read

Ponac suspension 50mg/5ml syrup South Africa | Mums & Bums Centurion.

Ponac suspension 50mg/5ml syrup South Africa | Mums & Bums Centurion.

Understanding Ponac Dosage for Babies and Children: A Comprehensive Guide

Samantha Pieterse

Aug 216 min read

Doctors hands holding pap smear equipment and a knitted uterus.

Doctors hands holding pap smear equipment and a knitted uterus.

What Your Pap Smear Results Mean (A South African Guide)

Samantha Pieterse

May 2211 min read

IV Vitamin Therapy for Fatigue: Benefits, Costs & Where to Book in Centurion

Samantha Pieterse

Apr 611 min read

Pap Smears in South Africa: What Every Woman Needs to Know

Pap Smears in South Africa: What Every Woman Needs to Know

Pap Smears in South Africa: What Every Woman Needs to Know

Samantha Pieterse

Nov 18, 20245 min read

Flu Prevention and Care During Pregnancy: A Guide for South African Moms-to-Be

Flu Prevention and Care During Pregnancy: A Guide for South African Moms-to-Be

Flu Prevention and Care During Pregnancy: A Guide for South African Moms-to-Be

Samantha Pieterse

Sep 19, 20245 min read

Common children’s medicine doses in South Africa with syringes, tablets, and measuring cups on a table — Mums & Bums Mother and Baby Clinic guide for parents.

Common children’s medicine doses in South Africa with syringes, tablets, and measuring cups on a table — Mums & Bums Mother and Baby Clinic guide for parents.

The Must-Know List of Common South African Pediatric Medicine Dosages

Samantha Pieterse

Jun 10, 20248 min read

Child with an ear piercing. Mums & Bums Centruion.

Child with an ear piercing. Mums & Bums Centruion.

Baby Ear Piercing: The Best Age & Other Things Parents in South Africa Should Know

Samantha Pieterse

Apr 30, 20245 min read

Walking the Line: Pros and Cons of Baby Walkers

Samantha Pieterse

Apr 23, 20247 min read

Hit the Road with Ease: Holiday Travel Tips for Driving Long Distances with Children

Hit the Road with Ease: Holiday Travel Tips for Driving Long Distances with Children

Hit the Road with Ease: Holiday Travel Tips for Driving Long Distances with Children

Samantha Pieterse

Mar 18, 20244 min read

Sr Samantha and her youngest son Connor.

Sr Samantha and her youngest son Connor.

Why Health and Education Are Important at Mums & Bums

Samantha Pieterse

Jan 30, 20246 min read

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