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In this book, the focus is on pregnancy and child care the natural way, that is, turning away from antibiotics and chemicals to natural medicines and herbs. For the expecting mother there is advice on herbs that can be used safely during pregnancy, as well as natural remedies for problems and ailments associated with pregnancy. There are also recipes for herbal teas and healthy eating during pregnancy, as well as suggestions on what to avoid. The book also offers practical advice and recipes on how to treat common childhood ailments – from allergies to worms – with the help of natural remedies and herbs. Purchase the book

Natural Kids herbal and homeopathic remedies for children are all developed with care by our manufacturing team of homeopaths, pharmacists and naturopaths and are formulated by Michele Carelse, Clinical Psychologist, mother of three and Director of Feelgood Health. All remedies are herbal or homeopathic and carefully chosen for maximum effect and maximum safety. While herbal remedies help to heal and promote health, homeopathic remedies work by strengthening the child's own body to heal itself. Order online or order by phone on 021 7970193.

Sister Lilian is a house-hold brand name amongst moms. She is SA’s leading pregnancy and parenting advisor and author. She encourages parents to rely on hands-on involvement, instinct and commonsense when it comes to their family’s health. The best of it all is that she now has her own range of remedies to cure anything from colic and earache to poor immunity, teething and bumps and bruises. Available at Dischem Pharmacies. www.sisterlilianremedies.co.za

To help your baby fall asleep, limit crying and facilitate unbroken periods of sleep, Babysense refer back to the comforting world of the womb. White noise and womb sounds are calming in the early months and makes the transition from womb to the world just a tad smoother.

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Divorce plans might soak up all of mom or dad's time and energy which might make them forget (momentarily) that their children desperately need to understand what is busy happening. It's a great idea to get them a book that they will be able to relate to; reassuring them that this is not their fault and that nothing they do, or don't do, can change it. Parents might also need assistance in helping the children deal with the grief or losing a parent whilst encouraging them at the same time.

For parents: Helping children cope with divorce
For kids: What can I do?