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Earth Keepers FREE holiday program at Northgate Shopping Centre

by Jozikids | DIY Kids, healthy, raise healthy kids, recycling crafts | 0 comments

The Northgate Shopping Mall has ingeniously put together a fun and educational holiday program that is embodied in 3 simple words: Grow. Nourish. Create.

The importance of vitamins and minerals in pregnancy

by Carey Haupt | healthy, pregnancy | 0 comments

The idea that my baby was totally dependent on my body for those first nine very important months of his growth and development, was a major realisation for me. This little “peanut” needed to get all of his basic building blocks from me. He was going to grow from a few small grams to over 2.5 kg in the coming months. So the better my nutritional intake, the better my baby would be able to lay down the foundations of his brain, spinal cord, eyes and bones and, I’d better ensure his ability to grow to a healthy size and reach full term.

Lunchbox ideas: Mini frittatas

by Tanya George | healthy, lunchboxes, party food | 1 comment

Mini Frittatas are wonderful little egg muffins, great for lunchboxes. You can get creative as they can be made with anything and everything. Here are 2 recipes you can choose from, one with meat and another one with only veggies.

Lunchbox ideas: Seed clusters

by Jeanri Verster | biscuits, healthy, lunchboxes, party food | 0 comments

These healthy wheat-free biscuits can be served with tea or as snacks. It is great for including in lunch boxes for kids as well as mom and dad!

Strawberry ice cream recipe

by Ankie Niesing | healthy, raise healthy kids | 1 comment

All kids love strawberries and now that the sun is coming out, making a lolly or icecream with this delicious fruit is a real winner. You can use any fruit for this recipe, my other favourites are mango and avocado

Why play and fun are good for brain and body

by Tiffany Markman | activities, being present, family, family time, games, health/safety, homeschooling, indoor, left or right handed, outdoor, parenting, play, play, products, raise healthy kids, technology | 1 comment

If your child loves his/her devices and often has to be nagged to just *move*, you need to read this article. It’s about actualising more of the brain-and-body-potential that’s inside our children, using easy brain-boosting activities. Plus, research shows that stimulating both sides of the brain enables children to learn better, become more creative, deal more effectively with challenges and emotions, and build enhanced confidence, self-esteem and understanding of their environment.

Sowing the seeds of your kid’s development

by Tiffany Markman | activities, family, family time, homeschooling, learning, outdoor, raise healthy kids, vegetarian | 2 comments

What’s the up side to letting our kids loose in the garden? What does it do for their brains, bodies, social consciousness, eating and just plain joy? I consulted an expert – Caro Tapson, former pro landscaper, mom, and owner of Seedling Stokvel – and learned some awesome things.

Crunchy roasted chickpeas

by Abby Courtenay | healthy, lunchboxes | 2 comments

As the cooler weather sets in, why not make a batch of this delicious and healthy warm snack. They are very easy to make and because of their high fibre content, they keep you feeling fuller for longer…

Zucchini chocolate brownies

by Ankie Niesing | biscuits, healthy, lunchboxes, party food, raise healthy kids | 0 comments

Finding it hard to get your kids to eat vegetables? Then you need to learn to become very sneaky. This brownie recipe has hidden baby marrow in, but you can’t tell.

Cinnamon and carrot overnight oats

by Abby Courtenay | healthy, meals | 0 comments

This blend of whole grain oats, carrots and raisins pack a powerful nutrient punch filled with fibre keeping you feeling fuller for longer and allowing a sustained bloods sugar response.

Infecting your child with the magic of food

by Leone Gardner | raise healthy kids | 2 comments

I vividly remember the day when I realised that food is magic. It was a cold, grey day. My mom baked spiced apple muffins topped with crunchy cinnamon sugar. They kitchen was cosy and smelled like heaven. We wrapped the steaming muffins in a clean cloth, and set off for Kyalami.

Top brain food for your children

by Carmin Harty | healthy, raise healthy kids | 0 comments

I am always so amazed at the cereal isles in the supermarkets with the advertising on what children should eat for optimum health.

Open face omelets

by Khatija Suliman | DIY Kids, meals, raise healthy kids | 0 comments

The art of cooking should not be limited to the Master Chefs’ kitchen. Allowing our children the opportunity to express creativity in the kitchen has invaluable benefits for fine motor and sensory development.