Barni – Fuelling Life’s Small Adventures
Toddlers… Little explorers who want to take on the world. Yesterday my daughter wanted to be a Doctor but today she wants to be a Princess. Well, a doctor can…
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Shan
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Hi, I'm Shan. I'm an entrepreneur and a sucker for good adventures. I was listed in Forbes Africa 30 under 30 2019 and just recently launched my start-up – MomSays.
5 Businesses You Can Run From a Laptop
I cannot believe that this December, it will be 2 years since I started blogging. It’s been quite a journey thus far – a successful 2 years. When I started…
To the mom with a Preemie
Maybe today you are looking at your active toddler and thinking back to the day that your little gem was born… or maybe you are the mom that just gave…
Dear Non-Parent
Today, I want to chat about something that’s been on my mind for the last 2 years. As a former non-parent, I understand your situation and where you are coming…
What you need to know about dehydration for babies and toddlers
Did you know dehydration can have serious consequences for babies and toddlers? It’s extremely hot in South Africa at the moment and we are not getting any rain which makes…
Because Every Minute Counts…
“Why would you hire a car if you just going to drive to the hotel?”… said a little boy who seems to understand adventure better than I do. The truth…
What every Mom should know before starting Solids
This post is brought to you by Olli Organic™. Weaning your baby may seem like a daunting experience but there is no need to worry. Meal times should be fun times!…
20 Tips on How to Get a Picky Eater to Eat Healthy
In my last PediaSure Complete post I shared my personal story and struggles about having a picky eater at home. I struggled with Kitana for over a year and up…
My Six Pregnancy Stages
At 36 weeks pregnant, I started counting down to my special day. I did not think that I would be so emotional about my pregnancy ending but the truth is that…
5 Foods That Will Make Your Kid Super Smart (number 1 is my favourite!)
This post was written by Dietician – Rosemary. We all want to raise smart children who will do well in school and will be able to achieve all their dreams in…
To My Wife, now that you’re a Mom
This post was written by my husband – Vije Vijendranath. Dear wife, today I can’t accept your apology… Because you have nothing to apologise for. Our lives have indeed changed…
10 Reasons Why You Need to Visit MamaMagic – The Baby Expo
South Africa’s biggest and best baby and parenting expo is back! The expo has all you could need, want and more from 0 – 5 years old, all under one…
To My Husband, now that I’m a Mom…
Dear husband, I want to apologize to you. I woke up this morning thinking about how much our lives have changed ever since we have become parents. We used to…
The Price Tag on Education in South Africa…
As a mom with 2 children, I am immensely worried about the future of our country. Even though I really want to believe that there is hope…my heart is telling me…
The Top 7 Nutrients You Need During Pregnancy
This post was written by Dietician – Rosemary. Pregnancy is an exciting time! And from the moment of conception, nutrition plays a large role in the growth and development of your…