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1. No Legs! And Living My Dream Life! with Neo Kirchway

   6 Aug 2024 · 49 min

   Take a seat, because this story will catch you off-guard... and inspired! "I was mocked and laughed at, because I look different, and kids are not always taught at home that children are different, and we need to love…

2. Night Terrors & Anxiety: What's The Best Solution? with Megan Tucker

   16 Jul 2024 · 29 min

   When should I be worried about my child's night terrors? At which point do I need professional help to solve the situation? Our visiting expert this week is educational psychologist Megan Tucker, who explains to us…

3. Perimenopause: What Do I Need To Manage? with Dr Juanri Jonck

   2 Jul 2024 · 48 min

   My cycle is changing, My period is changing, What do I do? Perimenopause is easily managed if you know what the signs are, early on! And don't be fooled: lifestyle stress, depression, exhaustion, and mood swings, could…

4. Turning My Family Chaos Into Calm with Chereen Gibson

   18 Jun 2024 · 42 min

   Feeling overwhelmed? It's Winter, Stepmom responsibilities, 4 kids to juggle... everyone's coughing, play date is cancelled, you are feeling sick too, and hubby is off to work! HOW do We manage this chaos? In this…

5. What Makes a Good Father? T-Bose Talks About Being a Dad

   4 Jun 2024 · 45 min

   Is there an unfair stigma with Fathers in South Africa? How does an absent Dad affect our mental health in the family unity? Should our dads also get paternity leave? Why is our father’s presence at home so important?…

6. Bullying Prevention: Comfort from Children's Books

   21 May 2024 · 20 min

   There's a lot we can learn from working through our challenges, and #bullying is perhaps one of the biggest challenges that many parents must work through - so, getting a little help, is always welcome! Noko the Knight…

7. Sleep Therapy for Your Baby with Venetia Wegelin

   7 May 2024 · 29 min

   “MY BABY DOESN’T SLEEP!” Are We doing something wrong? Is my baby ill? or lacking something? This week Our guest is Venetia from Dudus Baba. While trying to fix her own baby's sleeping difficulty, she discovered sleep…

8. Fertility: Am I Able To Have a Baby? with Dr Q

   16 Apr 2024 · 33 min

   How do I know I am fertile? How do I know I can have a baby? When do I get my body checked out? In this week's episode, we answer your questions with our fertility specialist, Dr Qinisile Cele. Founder of the Family…

9. How Do I Raise a Child That Is Resilient? with Naomi Holdt

   2 Apr 2024 · 39 min

   What does the word "resilience" mean to us as parents? How do we go about raising a child that is resilient? This week We have the honour of hosting Naomi Holdt, educational psychologist, speaker, and author, from KZN,…

10. A Life with Endometriosis with Nadine Dirks

    19 Mar 2024 · 29 min

    Endometriosis. It's a tough condition for women to talk about, let alone asking for help. And very often it's misdiagnosed, leading to embarrassment later in life. Nadine Dirks, activist & author, is joining us this…

11. Bullying: How do I help my child? with Dr Judy Jaye

    5 Mar 2024 · 32 min

    I am building a world of kindness for my children, but how do I deal with bullies? It's a controversial topic, but in this Podcast, Dr Judy Jaye gives us helpful guidance on recognising, managing, and solving the…

12. First-Time Mommy: How to Prepare for Your Baby? with Dr Edzani Mphaphuli

    20 Feb 2024 · 53 min

    How do I make sure I am covered with all the preparation needed for my new-born? In this important Podcast we ask a medical expert - Dr Edzani Mphaphuli, Executive Director of Grow Great. With her wealth of knowledge…

13. The Secret to My Success (& Happiness) with Rhona Erasmus

    6 Feb 2024 · 40 min

    Rhona Erasmus made sure her dreams became a reality and her 'secret' might be simpler than you think. Now a successful businesswoman, the former beauty queen, turned reality TV star, says that simple advice is often…

14. Why your Shy Child is a Smart Child? Surprise! with Sandrina Naidoo.

    23 Jan 2024 · 30 min

    How do I treat my shy child? In this podcast, veteran teacher, Sandrina Naidoo, explains why a "shy child" is simply a smart child that is introverted. Introverted children are individuals who tend to be more reserved,…

15. How much does it cost to have children? with Justin Harrison

    5 Dec 2023 · 39 min

    Ever heard the saying, 'Having kids is expensive'? Let's break it down- just how costly is it? Join us in this week's episode as we number-crunch the nitty-gritty of raising our little ones. Accompanied by Justin…

16. Can I have my Placenta, please? with Melissa Mann

    21 Nov 2023 · 30 min

    Can I have my placenta, please? Not a common question that you would ask just after giving birth, but in this week's discussion with Melissa Mann, certified doula & placenta specialist (from OrganicBirth.co.za), we…

17. Missing Children: What Do I Do If It's Mine? with Nico Panagio

    7 Nov 2023 · 47 min

    Nico Panagio is our guest this week! Why him? We have learned that children go missing every single day in South Africa. It's a reality we don't even want to consider, but child trafficking is one of the most active…

18. Nadia Jaftha: Mom & Daughter Goals

    24 Oct 2023 · 36 min

    Nadia Jaftha is a force of joy in everything that she does, and her magical charm has helped her to turn popularity on social media into successful business projects. Today she is one of the most recognised South…

19. Buying The Ultimate Family Car: Where Do We Start? with Juliet McGuire

    10 Oct 2023 · 46 min

    You're looking for a practical, affordable, and reliable family car, but have no idea where to start or how to make the right decision! Baby in the back seat, and luggage in the boot - the practical aspects are…

20. Pets At Home: Guidance from a Vet with Dr Motheo Masiya

    19 Sep 2023 · 25 min

    If you're a Pet-loving person, this one's for you! Our expert Veterinarian, Dr Motheo Masiya, talks about the most important aspects when getting a new pet - for example, the vital health checks, vaccinations,…

21. Rethinking the Roles: Grandparents Living with Us - Dr Jenny Rose

    5 Sep 2023 · 25 min

    There is no easy way out: our parents will not be around forever, and being a parent while our own parents get older, or pass away, is a fundamental concept that many of us might struggle with in life. Juggling the…

22. Children & Dogs: A Dog Trainer's Advice with Landie Coertse

    22 Aug 2023 · 32 min

    I'm a parent and want my dogs to get along with my kids, and vice versa... What is the best advice to ensure everyone's happy and play along nicely? Professional Dog Trainer, Landie Coertse, joins Elana in studio to…

23. The Miracle Smile: The Smile Foundation

    15 Aug 2023 · 26 min

    Thanks to the SPAR Women's Challenge Jozi, Elana gets to see first-hand the miracle work that South Africa's Smile Foundation does for children. With the generous support of SPAR, we meet some of the heroes that work…

24. Karlien van Jaarsveld Praat Reguit

    1 Aug 2023 · 41 min

    Karlien van Jaarsveld het ’n kleurryke en suksesvolle sangloopbaan en is ’n gewilde Afrikaanse kunstenaar. Maar agter die skerms, en in die hospitaal waar sy menige nag langs haar kind se bed deurgebring het, was dinge…

25. The Baby Food buzz: Halal “Huiskos"! - Nabeelah Sawant

    18 Jul 2023 · 18 min

    It has taken a mother from Cape Town a nationwide, desperate search to try and find baby food that works, until she finally decided: DIY is the only way! Nabeelah Sawant called her close-friend, and professional…

26. Presence vs Guilt: How to Create Harmony as a New Mom with Lori Milner

    4 Jul 2023 · 29 min

    Creating a harmonious and disciplined lifestyle is the first step to having balance in your life — especially if you’re a mother, and even more so if you’re a new mom. Lori Milner, one of South Africa's leading…

27. Single Mom: When to Call a Lawyer with Advocate Jade Lawson

    20 Jun 2023 · 9:41

    Advocate Jade Lawson joins Elana this week to give us the Legal take on Single parents, with kids. What are the implications for travelling? What if you're a mom and not earning a salary? What if you never got married,…

28. Tonsils & Grommets: Expert advice - ENT Specialist Dr Ali Makepeace

    6 Jun 2023 · 32 min

    Winter season is often the time when cold symptoms are the worst - runny noses, infected mucus, sore throats, and coughing - but sometimes the quickest remedy is not always the best for our kids. Tonsils, Grommets, and…

29. Baby Showers: A Guide to All the Fun, Frills & Flaws with Beatrix Lourens

    23 May 2023 · 36 min

    What if you, the mom-to-be, don't make it to your own baby shower? And who should NOT be invited? What should the budget be? If these questions are playing out in your head, we have the perfect podcast for you! One of…

30. The “How” of a Successful Marriage, Wealth, and Health: Rolene & Daniel Strauss

    2 May 2023 · 44 min

    One of South Africa's most successful power couples, Rolene & Daniel Strauss, talk to us about their secret to a happy marriage, and balancing all their different roles - as husband & wife, parents, business owners,…

31. How to Keep up with your Gamer Child: Sarah Hoffman

    18 Apr 2023 · 38 min

    When it comes to bringing up kids in the digital age, we’ve spoken about the dangers of devices as well as the creativity of coding — so it’s only natural that we dive into the world of gaming and social media too! We…

32. “My child is different, not less” — Raising a Child with Autism, with Julie Hendricks and Chantell Witbooi

    11 Apr 2023 · 37 min

    Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an enormously misunderstood neurodevelopmental condition that can make certain social skills and behaviours challenging for children. But because it is a spectrum, no two children with…

33. Ask a Gastroenterologist: Is my child’s gut healthy? Dr Lesley Hendricks

    22 Mar 2023 · 42 min

    Let’s be honest, every parent worries about their child’s poo. So we’re bringing in an expert to clear all your doubts and get you on the right track! Meet gastroenterologist and mom, Dr Lesley Hendricks, a specialist…

34. Why the Interior Design of your Child’s Bedroom Matters: Carin van Heerden

    7 Mar 2023 · 16 min

    When your child opens their eyes every morning and goes to bed every night, have you considered what they are seeing around them? How does their environment affect their little minds and hearts? We sat down with the…

35. January Isn't Your Only Chance to Start Afresh! Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp

    21 Feb 2023 · 21 min

    You are more than "Mommy", “Mom”, “Ma” or even “Mooooooooom!” You can still become your best self – this is your opportunity, right here. Start now, with our latest podcast specially made with YOU in mind, mom ;)…

36. Can 1 drink really affect your unborn baby? Dr Leana Olivier

    7 Feb 2023 · 31 min

    Not knowing the answer to this question can impact your child’s life in more ways than you realise. We’re getting answers from Dr Leana Olivier, CEO of the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research (FARR). Be informed…

37. I’m an Anxious Mom – How do I turn anxiety to action?

    17 Jan 2023 · 27 min

    Moms have a million things on their mind – and worrying about whether you’re doing it right is often at the top of that list. We all feel insecure, anxious, and filled with worry about the next few minutes, the next…

38. Kids, Credit Cards & CASH: A Guide to Teaching Children the Value of Money

    6 Dec 2022 · 21 min

    Do you have a little gambler under your roof? Or maybe you’ve noticed sudden bratty outbursts from your little one? Justin Harrison from Money Tribe is here to talk about our children's relationship with money and how…

39. Elana Meyer: Sport & Motherhood - Life Lessons From The Track

    29 Nov 2022 · 29 min

    She runs a business, runs a home, and runs marathons, too! We’re talking to Elana Meyer – a mother, an Olympics silver medallist, and a woman with a heart of gold! Join us as we look back at the lessons learned along…

40. What is the role of a children’s home or haven?

    15 Nov 2022 · 23 min

    Why is there a stigma around children's homes? And what if we needed their support for our own families one day? Join us as we chat to Johanna Strauss from the Durbanville Children's Home to better understand how…

41. Postpartum, Peripartum & Partners

    1 Nov 2022 · 23 min

    Clinical psychologist Liane Lurie helps us uncover the difference between ‘sadness’ and peripartum and postpartum depression. From the signs to look out for to the role of your partner during such a bittersweet time –…

42. Gut Health for Toddlers – How do you get it right?

    18 Oct 2022 · 19 min

    Is the answer in the number of times we chew each bite of food, or is it in the nutritious fruits and veggies that you have to convince your little one to eat? We’re chatting to Megan Lagerwey, aka The Good Gut Guru,…

43. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) – Can You Prevent Cot Death?

    4 Oct 2022 · 31 min

    We’ve brought together two experts to help us understand the unpredictable tragedy that is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), more commonly known as cot death. Dr Mark Irvine – a Cape Town-based paediatrician with…

44. Avoiding The Crash This Child Passenger Safety Week with Debbie Billson

    20 Sep 2022 · 22 min

    Remember how our parents always told us to buckle up, yet still, so many of us forget to do this with our own children? It is Child Passenger Safety Week and we discuss the importance of car seats with Operations…

45. Carol Ofori on African Stories, Heritage & Culture

    6 Sep 2022 · 29 min

    Award-winning radio presenter-turned-author Carol Ofori is here to help us write the stories we tell our children about our heritage. Carol’s book series of African adventures tell us about the power of parents…

46. Preeclampsia – Pregnancy Complications with Dr Gynae

    16 Aug 2022 · 16 min

    Is high blood pressure dangerous when you are pregnant? Well, it’s just one of the symptoms of Preeclampsia, a pregnancy complication affecting blood pressure, kidneys and other organs. We’ve brought in…

47. Life as a Business Mom – How do you do it? With Frances Edwards

    9 Aug 2022 · 24 min

    Don’t you just love seeing moms flourish and thrive in their business endeavours? We’re chatting to Frances Edwards, mom of two and founder and creative director of House of Cinnamon, a design-conscious brand offering…

48. Etiquette 101: Modern Manners for your Children

    2 Aug 2022 · 14 min

    “Het hierdie kind geen maniere nie?” Well, are etiquette and manners the same thing? Riandi Conradie from the South African Etiquette Academy is here to help and class is in session – don’t miss out! Brought to you by…

49. Body Positivity for Moms: The Story of Lerato

    26 Jul 2022 · 20 min

    Lerato Makosholo is a mom with a message! Primary school Tuckshop Manager by day and our champion and advocate for body positivity today, Lerato is delivering perspective for all moms – from the journey of accepting…

50. Eco Warrior Mom – How to teach your children about sustainability

    19 Jul 2022 · 9:54

    Mom, blogger, eco warrior – and your guide to eco-awareness – Fay van Eeden from Enroute Foodie joins us to not only explain WHY, but show us HOW we can create a sustainable home and planet for our little ones. Listen…