Baby Brunch | The Parenting Series
Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp
150 episodes
It takes a village to raise a child and connecting with fellow moms and dads leads to sharing of knowledge. That’s where Parent + #BabyBrunch comes in. Hosted by Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp, the Baby Brunch | The Parenting Series podcast features fun and insightful conversations with ordinary parents doing extraordinary things. These can serve as a source of support, inspiration and advice for parents, moms and moms-to-be as we delve into the unique experiences of diverse parents.
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"My child has been referred to a psychiatrist” – What now?
How can we identify when our children need more mental health support? Is medication really the answer? Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr Nkokone Tema joins us to answer our questions, bust the myths, and give us…
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What No One Tells You About The First Days After Birth
We found someone who can tell us what the baby guides don’t! We brought back your favourite doula Nicolette Hadden to tell us what REALLY happens in those first 4 days after birth – don’t miss this! Brought to you by…
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Xola Ntshinga the Co-Parent – Fatherhood, Fairness & Fun
Xola Ntshinga is a familiar voice and face on our radios and televisions, from breakfast and afternoon drive shows to sports anchoring – but today he’s here with us as a dad! Join us as we delve deeper into how…
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What to do if your child gets badly burnt
How do you know if your child’s burn injury is serious? And what do you do until you can get to a hospital or clinic? We’re getting hands-on advice from specialist surgeon Dr Nikki Allorto of Burn Care Trust on how…
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Flu Jabs - Yes or No?
This Podcast is in Memory of Lee Baker. Our Condolences and Prayers to Lee's Family and Friends. With Love, Elana and The Parent + Baby Brunch Team. Vaccines for this, vaccines for that… So do we still need to get our…
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How to Prepare your child for the arrival of their new-born sibling
Is there a right way to introduce your first child to the latest addition to your family, to avoid them feeling rejected or neglected? Clinical psychologist and parent-child expert Dr Jenny Rose chats to us about how…
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Battle of the Birth Experts – The Gameshow That Answers All
A dad, a gynaecologist and a registered nurse battle it out in a gameshow about all things baby-related – who wins? Get the answers to all of your burning questions without any of the pressure with singer and actor…
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Pregnant Moms – Are you worried if your baby is going to be healthy or ‘normal’?
What IS a healthy baby? And have you been asked if you’ve checked if your baby is ‘normal’ yet? Worrying is not the answer, dear pregnant moms. “Dr Gynae” is back with us – watch to find out what OB-Gynae-Sexologist Dr…
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Parenting & Autism – How we can all embrace neurodiversity in our homes
What do you really know about autism? And if diversity is so important, what about neurodiversity? We chat to Julie Hendricks of Faces of Felicity who, among so many other things, is a mom to an autistic son and an…
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World Down Syndrome Day – What you don’t know about raising a child with Down Syndrome
Tineke Ganz-Malan is from the Down Syndrome Association Western Cape – but she is also a mom to a young man with down syndrome. Join us and see how a family can adapt and grow together. Brought to you by Fedhealth,…
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If Baby Eats Better, Will Baby Sleep Better?
What is normal when it comes to bedtime and getting your little ones to sleep? We brought in paediatrician duo Dr Kooblal and Dr Ramsunder to demystify the role that nutrition plays with your baby’s sleep. Prepare for…
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Is Adoption The Option for You?
Are adoptive parents better parents because they have more time to emotionally and mentally prepare? Social worker and adoption specialist Eloise Loots is here to explain how adoption really works, who makes a good…
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Pregnancy Awareness Week: Pregnant Moms, You are Important
It’s Pregnancy Awareness Week and do you know what? Pregnancy is actually NOT all sunshine and roses – but if we know better, we can handle it better. We’ve brought “Dr Gynae” back to help us understand and support the…
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In conversation with Elana: Coding for kids, Also Story telling with Author Bianca Flanders
From head to heart - join us as we find out why coding is the new literacy and for a special discussion with actress Bianca Flanders on the power of inclusivity and representation in children's stories. Brought to you…
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Stop! Don’t spend money on your children this Christmas
“Spend like I say, not like I do”? We get real money lessons for both kids and parents this Christmas from the Money Podcast’s Justin Harrison – watch for everything from gift-giving no-nos to why you should NOT empty…
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Antibiotics – Yes or No?
As parents, we want our children to be in the best of health. So what happens when they get sick and need an antibiotic? We chat to Dr Louise Engelbrecht and discuss both the good and the bad when it comes to…
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The Whole Mama Show’s Aisha meets Baby Brunch’s Elana
Every mother is unique in her talents. We chat to multiple award-winning content creator, host of the Whole Mama Show podcast, entrepreneur and mother of two Aisha O'Reilly to find out how honestly sharing her journey…
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2 Dads & a Lad: The Journey of Surrogacy
Medical advancements, love and hope have come together to enable those who cannot biologically have children to still experience all the joys of parenthood. We chat to two exceptional dads Jonathan and Arthur about…
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Oral Health for Babies, Toddlers & Moms-to-be
Oral health and hygiene play a very important role in our general health; let alone during pregnancy and for our baby. There are a few factors that can contribute to oral health problems and complications, and we chat…
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Bailey Schneider's Across-the-Globe Parenting Style
Moving countries with young children is one thing, but when a pandemic hits midway, having the courage to go through with it and still create an epic experience for your family is another completely. Media personality…
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Child Cancer: How to Support these Little Lives
There are so many organisations and programmes that need our support both during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and every other time of the year. We learn about how we can support parents and children going through…
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‘Flow’ – The Podcast about Periods, Puberty and Menstruation
Everybody has their own menstruation story – and that is exactly why we need a book that can help everyone. We interview some of the authors of ‘Flow: The book about menstruation’ to demystify a topic which affects…
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Parenting in a Pandemic & Nurturing with Nozi
“The way we raise our children has the power to change the world,” says conscious leader and mom of two Nozipho Mbatha. This parenting coach is the founder of Nurture with Nozi, a platform to support parents in…
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The Role of a Doula in your Pregnancy & Labour Room
Between gynaecologists, midwives and doulas, there is a type of birth support for every type of mom-to-be. We talk with experienced doula Nicolette Hadden about the birth support that a doula can give to both parents…
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Simoné Pretorius – A Journey of Faith & Motherhood
No two mothers have the same story, nor do they have the same path to walk with their family. South African film, television, and theatre actress Simoné Pretorius shares her unique experience in an honest and authentic…
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Seuns Sonder Pa’s – Are you raising your child as a single parent?
Over 60% of children in South Africa grow up without a father. But the work of a single mother is more than double of what you would think it would be. Journalist Julian Jansen talks us through what went into his…
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How to let my baby ‘sleep like a baby’
Lack of sleep affects every aspect of our lives – so imagine what it does to our little ones? Baby is tired, and we are exhausted. We chat to qualified sleep consultants and moms Lindi Koekemoer and Zanda Greeff to get…
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Money money money – How to financially care for our little miracles
We all want financial freedom for our families – a bright and exciting future for our little ones. But where do we even start? We chat to Certified Financial Planner Elke Brink to understand just that as we discuss the…
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A Midwife – Everything you need to know about Pregnancy & Birth
What exactly does a midwife do? Registered nurse and midwife Angela Wakeford talks to us from her depth of experience as we define the role of a midwife, both independently and in relation to gynaecologists and doulas,…
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Multidimensional, Mesmerising, and now, Mom
A gem in the crown of South African arts, multiple award-winning actor turned writer and director Quanita Adams is our guest as we talk about her journey as a new mom, as well as her metaphorical baby as a result of…
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Pregnancy Nutrition, Cravings & Post-baby Weight Loss
Diet shouldn’t be a scary word – especially as you prepare to welcome a beautiful baby into the world. To truly understand our relationship with food as our bodies go through so many changes, we chat to registered…
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Doctor, we’re pregnant! Now what?
We may have a world of information at our fingertips in the digital age, but when it comes to each unique situation, what Doctor says is always best. We discuss everything to do with pregnancy, from the before to the…
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Hormones, Weight Gain & More - how hormones work.
Different hormones play different roles in different people at different stages of their lives. We brought together GP and Functional Medicine Practitioner Dr Grant Fourie and naturopathic endocrinologist Dr Melinda…
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For Dylan – A Story of Vaccines & The Info Parents Need Right Now.
Since our last episode on the topic, the word ‘vaccine’ has gained a whole new gravitas in light of a pandemic. This time, we hear the story of a mom that might challenge the way we view vaccines as a whole, and we…
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‘My child does not listen’ – but can they hear you?
World Hearing Day is celebrated on 3 March annually to spread awareness for hearing health. We discuss what this means for our little ones in conversation with experienced audiologists Bronwyn van Wyk and Dr Natalie…
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Special Broadcast: Sexual Health & Intimacy after having a Baby
The meaning of sexual health changes as we grow from adolescence to adulthood, and even more when we become parents. We speak with author, medical doctor and specialist in sexual and reproductive health Dr Tlaleng…
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Childproofing & Daily Safety Measures that Could Save your Child’s Life
Prevention is better than cure. Rather than living in fear, equip your family against hazards which lead to choking, suffocating, burning, falling, drowning and more. We chat to child injury specialist Pumla…
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Drop your New Year’s resolutions for a ‘Drop List’ – Here’s how
Self-leadership expert and mother of two Lori Milner knows exactly where we’re going wrong with our New Year’s resolutions each year. In our discussion with her, she simplifies our habits and human nature into…
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Back to School in a Pandemic – All you need to know
This year’s back-to-school rush is like nothing we’ve ever experienced before. As we try to guide our little ones through childhood and schooling in the midst of a pandemic, we all have so many questions. So we’re…
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From TikTok & Hijackings to Makeovers & Affairs - Relive our Best Moments & Biggest Conversations of 2020
After a year which no parent was prepared for, we review some of the most significant lessons and insights from the Baby Brunch podcasts of 2020 in order to go into the new year ready and informed. We talk about…
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How to Keep your Family Safe this Festive Season
Crime doesn’t sleep. Especially during the festive season. South Africa’s safety and hijack prevention expert Richard Brussow is back to share his tips and tricks for a smooth holiday season for all – from those…
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Mental Health & Inclusivity: The 21st Century Parent’s Guide
Mental health is a misunderstood topic. At some times, it is not taken seriously, and at others, it is not even considered. Medical doctor Dr Leandri Hattingh, who has a special interest in this field, joins us along…
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The Importance of a Will – Protect your Family & Leave a Legacy
No one chooses when they die. So what happens to your children and loved ones if you pass away prematurely? Not thinking about your will can jeopardise all that you’ve done to secure your children’s future. Alex…
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Divorce & Mediation: Everything you need to know
Divorce is scary, but the process itself shouldn’t add to the emotional strain you and your family are already going through. We chat to attorney Pieter Spruyt and family law mediator Rushka Pedro to better understand…
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Thuli Madonsela Launches Her First Children’s Book
Who would you trust to write a children’s book for your children ? Prof Thuli Madonsela needs no introduction in the political and legal field, and she is now extending her extraordinary impact to younger minds and…
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Getting the Snip – All you need to know about Vasectomies
Misconception is rife when it comes to one of the only long-term contraceptive methods available to men. What is the success rate of a vasectomy? And what is its relationship with overall sexual function? We chat to…
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The Baby Brunch Playlist Ep. 1 – Lockdown Upliftment
Join husband-and-wife duo Elana and Ian in this candid, chart-show chat about life using their top song picks to guide the way. Elana’s Baby Brunch platform aims to support and uplift fellow moms and dads. Put this…
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What Every Parent Needs to Know about Allergies
As a parent, you never know when your child’s life could be at risk from an allergy that you don’t know they have. Dr Tshegofatso Mabelane is the first and only HPCA-certified Family Physician Allergy Sub-Specialist in…
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Mommy Guilt - The Rocky Road to 'Perfection'
Why is guilt and the feeling of not being ‘enough’ so commonly experienced by mothers around the world? We look at both sides of the coin by talking to both clinical psychologist Janine Boulle and self-leadership…
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Til Death Do Us Part – A Father’s Story
Often assumed to only be a threat later on in life, cancer can come out of nowhere and turn worlds upside down. Amier Moerat, husband to a super mom, fighter and inspiration to all, talks to us about his wife Sadiyah,…
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