Is empathy for everyone? Is it the same as kindness? Mimi Nicklin, author, empathetic business leader and mother, talks us through the world’s dire need for empathy and how simple it is to incorporate into our daily lives - both at home and at work - for inspiring outcomes. This podcast was brought to you by Fedhealth.
Marriages can break for many reasons – and infidelity is a big one. But is there hope after such a betrayal? Can a couple come back together stronger than before? Or is this an indicator of larger issues at hand? Clinical psychologist Linda Mthenjane unpacks the role that couple therapy plays in instances of cheating and how to keep that spark alive. Brought to you by Fedhealth.
To commemorate World Breastfeeding Week, Leah Hughes from Gentle Breastfeeding Studio answers all your questions about this wide-ranging topic. We cover everything from how to start to when to stop – and everything in between – in this podcast brought to you by Fedhealth. Baby Brunch Website
As adults, safety is a priority; but as parents, it is a necessity. South Africa’s hijacking expert Richard Brussow joins us to share his knowledge and advice built up from over 20 years’ of experience. We discuss how to be vigilant and what to look out for, how to prevent and how to react, and how your young ones factor in to your safety measures. Brought to you by Fedhealth.
Plastic surgery is a term which often comes with a stigma. Dr Deon Weyers – the plastic surgeon who gives back – chats to us to clear all of our misconceptions about plastic and reconstructive surgery. We cover the psychological factors, the various levels, the process, timeline, and more in this podcast, brought to you by Fedhealth.
Well-known TV personality Pedro Kruger has brought his decades of experience in the entertainment industry to the realm of edutainment with his ‘Curious Kate’ web series. We chat about how he and his team have gone about creating wholesome content for our children during lockdown. See the plus side of the internet in this podcast brought to you by Fedhealth.
C-sections have become far more common than before, no longer only saved for emergencies. So how do you choose the best childbirth option for you and your baby? We discuss all this and more with childbirth educator and board member of the International Childbirth Education Association, Deryse van Aardt. Brought to you by Fedhealth.
We all want to protect and shelter our children from the dangers of the internet. But this intricate space can have so many benefits, too – so how do we navigate this? South Africa’s leading expert in social media law Emma Sadleir advises us on how to better equip ourselves and our children in this podcast, brought to you by Fedhealth.
How does having a baby amongst the coronavirus differ from the norm? In our previous podcast, we chatted to parents of babies born under the cloud of COVID-19 about their struggles. In this podcast, brought to you by Fedhealth, we get the advice of a medical professional as we discuss some of the best baby practices at a time like this in detail with paediatrician Dr Enrico Maraschin.
How does having a baby amongst the coronavirus differ from the norm? We chat to parents of babies born under the cloud of COVID-19 about their fears and their fight. TV presenter Graeme Richards is one such parent, and he shares with us his hospital experience with his new-born baby girl. This podcast was brought to you by Fedhealth.
Clinical psychologist Janine Boulle talks us through the emotional side of the circumstances that Covid-19 has put us in. Life as we know it has changed fundamentally – for some positively and for others negatively. We consider the ways that various personalities and relationships cope under lockdown, and chat about our different needs and the uses of mindfulness. This podcast was brought to you by Fedhealth.
How do you come up with activities to keep your children occupied during the day? Is home-schooling for everyone? Listeners have sent in their questions and we’ve got Liz Senior, occupational therapist and founder of Clamber Club, and Janet Kieswetter, home-schooling mom of 5, to answer them all. This podcast was brought to you by Fedhealth.
Autism. It is a word that carries so much weight, and often, misunderstanding. What exactly is autism spectrum disorder? Is it something that you as a parent have been confronted with? For the first time in this podcast series, we not only interview an extraordinary mom, but also flip the script as this mom interviews her extraordinary son. Baby Brunch The Parenting Series is brought to you by Fedhealth - we let you be you.
Medical aid is a complex product that is often tricky to understand. From flu to the coronavirus, and from breast cancer to loyalty programmes, there are so many burning questions that we find ourselves asking. Fund Manager of Fedhealth Medical Scheme Deon Lategan answered all of our questions and more in this podcast, brought to you by Fedhealth – We let you be you.
1 in 6 children between the ages of 5 and 10 years old are bed-wetters. Is your child among this statistic? How can we, as parents, support our children as they navigate through such a confusing phase? We chat to self-confessed childhood bed-wetter, Dr Michael Mol, and discover more about nocturnal enuresis and how to handle it.
Despina Senatore, mother of three and founder of inspirational coaching company Purposeful Woman, talks about her company and the motivation behind her book Soar!, an up-to-date handbook for today’s young girls. From mindfulness practices for young girls and career options for teens to how moms can transition into the workspace after maternity leave, we chat about all phases of life.
Born a healthy and happy baby, the lives of Mom Nicol and her hubby changed when their son was diagnosed with Cutaneous Mastocytosis when he was just 12 weeks old. Mastocytosis is a condition that occurs when mast cells accumulate in the skin and/or internal organs such as the liver, spleen, bone marrow, and small intestines. They share their story to support other parents. 28 February is Disease Awareness Day to raise awareness for rare diseases and improve access to treatments and medical repr...
Genevieve Uys froze her eggs at a young age. For the past 8 years she has been running her own egg donation agency called Traveling Donors, www.travelingdonors.com While focusing on giving egg freezing a voice in South Africa, she hopes to educate young women to be proactive about their reproductive futures by informing them of their options.
Alette-Johanni Winckler, 39 weeks pregnant with her 4th baby at the time of this recording, discusses what to pack in your baby’s hospital bag, and some tips on wardrobe for your baby. She provides image consulting and styling, makeovers and inspirational talks to women of all ages through her business. Find her on https://alettewinckler.com
The first day of school is not just hard for our little ones, but emotionally draining for Us as Parents too. But how do we choose the right school for our babies and toddlers? What if we don't get along with the teacher? And what if you simply can’t hand them over into the care of a capable stranger. We chat to Development Centre Expert Jovane de Boer.
In our next podcast for 2019 we chat to Amy Westerman, founder of The Grace Factory. Their vision is to assist all mothers who delivers a baby in their communities by supporting them by giving the basic essentials they would need during the first few weeks of their newborn's life. Since their launch in 2013 they have brought hope to over 10 000 anxious new moms and babies and assisted numerous homes with baby goods.
Inspiration from our Cape Town event of Parent + #BabyBrunch, supported by Fedhealth. Listen to our panel discussion with guests Zane Meas, Melissa Swart, Vanessa Raphaely and Shahana Mia.
Sunday, 17 November, is World Prematurity Day. We talk to Tasmin Bota about her journey with her newborn, and the start of Preemie Connect. Preemie Connect is a support group for families affected by prematurity. They are there to help and provide emotional support that only someone who has been in that position can provide.
In this podcast we discuss how to get back to work after having a baby. Do you know your rights? How do you ask for leave? Much thanks to Madeleine, Managing Director of HR Company Solutions.
Owner and founder of #TheHonestToMomTruth, Melissa Swart, talks about the best thing about being a mother. Sharing personal details about one’s life can leave you vulnerable and exposed but in Melissa’s case you’ll see how sharing gives her new strength and hope.
Listen to part two of the LIVE show from Parent + Baby Brunch Gauteng, supported by Fedhealth. Our panel guests were; Zane Meas, Melissa Swart, Letshego Zulu, Dewald Wasserfall and Shahana Mia from The Parent Centre.
In this podcast we talk about the stigma that still surrounds Mental Health issues with Dr Leandri Hattingh, Advanced Specialist Strategic Planning: MHRS, and a young Mom who suffered a traumatic and life-altering experience that forced her to get help and claim back her mental wellbeing. A special thanks to Fedhealth Medical Aid.
Listen to the LIVE show from Parent + Baby Brunch Gauteng, supported by Fedhealth, here. Liz Senior, founder and creator of Clamber Club, was one of our speakers on the day. She talks about sensory motor programmes for children and how to stimulate different senses of your baby.
We find interesting ways to keep our young ones busy and interview a mommy who made finding activities to do with her toddler her job by creating www.AGAAAIN.com Agaaain is a go-to guide for modern parents of child-friendly places to go to that’s fun for adults too.
Twins. Double the Blessing for these Dads! This week in our Baby Brunch podcast, We chat to a Dad, who just found out that they are expecting again. This time pregnant with Twins. Baby Brunch The Parenting Series, made just for you, by BrightRock.
