Baby Food
Baby Constipation and Diet: A Complete Guide for Parents
Pears, prunes, apricots and adequate fluid help; bananas and rice can bind. a full walkthrough from first principles for parents starting solids.
Thandi Mokoena, RD
Thandi is a registered dietitian specialising in maternal and infant nutrition. She writes our weaning, allergen introduction and toddler nutrition guidance.
Articles by this author
Parenting
Building Secure Attachment: A Complete Guide for Parents
Responsiveness, not perfection, builds security — repairing after ruptures counts. a full walkthrough from first principles for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 5 min read
Baby Care
Room Temperature for Babies: A Complete Guide for Parents
16 to 20 degrees is the recommended range for safe sleep. a full walkthrough from first principles for new parents.
· 5 min read
Pregnancy
Week 14 of Pregnancy: A Complete Guide for Parents
By week 14, facial muscles get their first workout — squinting, frowning and grimacing all appear. a full walkthrough from first principles for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Pregnancy
Week 16 of Pregnancy in Hot and Cold Weather
By week 16, the fetus is roughly the length of an avocado and many parents feel the first flutters between now and week 22. the seasonal adjustments that catch families out for…
· 6 min read
Baby Food
Baby Food Hygiene on the Go: Red Flags You Should Never Ignore
Insulated bags, ice packs and a two-hour rule for cooked food. the specific signs that justify a call or a visit for parents starting solids.
· 5 min read
Baby Health
Baby Eye Development Checks: Red Flags You Should Never Ignore
A persistent squint after three months needs an ophthalmology referral. the specific signs that justify a call or a visit for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read
Buying Guides
Buying Playmats and Gyms: The Do’s and Don’ts
Firm, washable mats with removable arches extend usable life. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents planning purchases.
· 6 min read
Product Reviews
Playmats and Gyms: The Do’s and Don’ts
Firm, washable mats with removable arches extend usable life. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents choosing baby gear.
· 6 min read
Baby Care
Preparing Formula Safely: The Do’s and Don’ts
Powdered formula is not sterile, so water at 70 degrees is used to kill bacteria. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for new parents.
· 5 min read