When to take your child to the emergency centre
It’s natural to panic when your child falls on their head – but when is it actually necessary to go to the emergency room? Dr Stephan Reid, a paediatrician at Mediclinic Potchefstroom, identifies...
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Baby on board [infographic]
Nine months seems like a long time but it also goes by quite quickly. Here’s a look at how your baby (and body) will grow throughout your pregnancy. The information provided in this article was...
View ArticleEating for two?
No, doubling up on all your meals isn’t the healthy way to eat when you’re pregnant. But what is? Here’s a look at the foods that will ensure you and your baby get the nutrients you need. ‘When you’re...
View ArticleBefore the baby
Having your first baby is an exciting time, but working out whose advice to take and what to stock up on can leave your head spinning. Mediclinic Infohub makes it simple, with mother of three Jacqui...
View ArticleCheck in for your child’s checkups
Regularly monitoring the health and development of your baby, toddler or child is essential. Dr Heidi Ackermann, a paediatrician at Mediclinic George, discusses the when and why of checkups and hearing...
View ArticlePregnancy and medication
Carrying another life means you need to be careful of what you’re ingesting, especially when it comes to medication. Dr Leneque Lindeque, an obstetrics and gynaecologist at Mediclinic Highveld in...
View ArticleDown syndrome: understanding the health challenges
Some children born with Down syndrome (or Down’s syndrome) can lead relatively normal lives and even support themselves eventually while others will require lifelong care. There are associated health...
View ArticleBaby skin conditions
Soft, smooth and blemish-free baby skin is much rarer than you’d think. Dr Yolandi Visser, a paediatrician at Mediclinic Panorama, discusses common baby skin conditions and the signs that may indicate...
View ArticleLate bloomers: when to worry
How can you tell if your child is a late bloomer and whether you should be concerned about a possible medical problem? Dr Jonda Kerner, a paediatrician at Panorama Mediclinic, advises on the steps to...
View ArticleMediclinic Medforum marks World Prematurity Day
As Mediclinic Medforum in Pretoria marks World Prematurity Day, we speak to the hospital’s multidisciplinary team about premature birth and the many misconceptions surrounding it. Commemorated on 17...
View ArticleWhat parents of preemies need to know
Once a mother gives birth to a premature baby, the ensuing weeks or months can be incredibly draining. We speak to the multidisciplinary team at Mediclinic Medforum about how they support parents and...
View ArticleEar infections and antibiotics
We speak to a GP about the causes and treatment of ear infections in children – and when antibiotics are necessary. Children experience ear infections more often than adults, as their resistance to...
View ArticleCommon myths about breastfeeding – and the facts
An independent lactation consultant who works close to Mediclinic Panorama says most moms can breastfeed successfully – but some persistent myths have convinced many new mothers otherwise. Anelle...
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First 7 days with baby [infographic]
This infographic gives pregnant couples an idea of what to expect for their first 7 days with a new baby. Click or tap on the image to print or save to your device. The post First 7 days with baby...
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What your baby is trying to tell you
Giggles and smiles are easy to decode – but when your baby cries, rubs his eyes or whimpers, what does it actually mean? A Mediclinic expert explains. Babies communicate long before they are able to...
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How important is crawling to your baby’s physical and cognitive development?
It’s their first taste of independence and mobility and one of the more exciting milestones your baby will achieve. But crawling is also a very important milestone in terms of cognitive and physical...
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First aid for babies
Treating babies and toddlers at the Emergency Centre can be tricky, since they can’t verbalise their ailment. But with a little knowledge of what to do – and what to avoid – parents can assist with...
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Talk to me, baby
Syllable by syllable, your baby’s language skills develop slowly at first. Stimulating your child will encourage them to learn, and help prevent language delays. “There are milestones in children’s...
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Baby brain development: What’s happening inside that little head?
The first three years of your baby’s life are crucial for brain development. This means it’s a time of great opportunity. NORMAL BABY MILESTONES 6 WEEKS Your baby will have some head control when...
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Liquid gold: The benefits of breast milk
Breast milk is not just food for baby – it provides potent health-giving properties for mom, too. Dr Jonathan Buckley, a paediatric nephrologist at Mediclinic Constantiaberg, offers a closer look at...
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