Dad's Labour Of Love You’ve been waiting nine months for this moment… The day when you finally get to meet your new little baby. Amidst all the frenzy and anticipation, the Sister Lilian Centre’s tips will help soon-to-be Dads to keep things running smoothly. Preparation is better than cure… [...]
When Things Don't Go As Planned Welcome and thank you for listening! Mother of three as well as a Doula, Drienie Viljoen wanted her dream birth at home with a midwife – ended up with a Caesarean Section after Prolonged Rupture of Membranes and a Failed Induction. She had [...]
Low-risk pregnancies and early elective C-section delivery Do parents know what to expect? When it comes to early elective C-sections, there are many potential harmful effects which parents may not be aware of, says retired neonatologist Professor Suzanne Delport. Newborns are increasingly being delivered by elective C-section (i.e. planned [...]
Interview With Guest Seba Tsaoane Welcome and thank you for listening! In today's episode Midwife Margreet connects with guest Sebabatso Tsaoane, young midwife leader and founder of the Women’s Health Foundation: Black Woman Arise. The aim of this organization is to promote women’s sexual reproductive health and rights by [...]
Labour Signs Welcome and thank you for listening! Midwife Margreet chats around how your body prepares for the big day, when labour begins and when to go to the hospital. Labour isn’t an exact science, but if you trust your instincts and let nature run its course you should [...]
Thrifty Toys You Can Make At Home There’s no denying that children can be expensive! Of course, there are some things you have to buy, but have you considered saving money on toys by making your own at home? Not only is this financially savvy, but reusing some items, [...]
Keeping Little Ones Busy During COVID-19 School Closures 10 entertaining and educational activities for children stuck at home Lockdown, isolation and quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic don’t need to mean boredom. There are many simple, inexpensive ways to keep small children entertained and engaged at home. Here are our [...]
Encouraging Imagination The land of make-believe Not only is imaginative play a lot fun, but it is particularly important for your child’s emotional, social and intellectual development. For many people, creative play is the mark of a good childhood, but creativity is also an essential cognitive skill that [...]
5 Tips To Boost Your Immune System During The COVID-19 Pandemic During this challenging time, the best way to limit your chances of contracting or spreading the virus is to practise strict social distancing. Keeping your immune system strong is also essential: Eat right Stock up on plants [...]
The Birth & Baby Podcast - Advice You Can Trust Welcome to the second episode and thank you for listening. Today Dr Margreet Wibbelink shares a little bit more about her story, her journey and why she started this podcast. If you’re using a mobile device, download the Podcast [...]
