Your Pregnancy & Baby

Your Pregnancy is the only local magazine that offers relevant, credible and accurate information on all aspects of pregnancy. Its local and international experts answer all questions quickly and respectfully. The magazine acknowledges pregnant women’s need to look and feel good. They are concerned about their baby’s health and wellness, but also care about their own. The magazine provides all the info that’s needed, as well as the latest fashion and beauty trends, health issues and exercises. It covers all aspects of pregnancy. The team loves what it does – and it shows.

QUALITY IS FOREVER

HAMBA KAHLE, DERECK (1940-2026)

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THREE CHEERS FOR CARNIVAL & three more for Luhan! • The Potgieters from Rustenburg, North West, say a carnival theme was a wonderful choice for 3-year-old Luhan’s birthday because it captured the magic, excitement and wonder of childhood. Bright colours, playful games, sweet treats and cheerful entertainment created a fun-filled celebration where the birthday boy and his friends could laugh, explore and make happy memories with family and friends.

NOTHING BEATS THESE TOYS • Gone are the days when gifting a noise-making toy was considered a cheeky act of revenge by a clueless, childless brother-in-law. Today’s musical toys build fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and rhythm.

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE • Soft blush tones, warm wood and sweet bunny details come together to create a nursery that feels playful, cosy and effortlessly charming. Timeless, with just a touch of whimsy.

Tastes of Summer! • Sticky ribs, halloumi and nectarines on the braai, a lekker slaw, an updated potato salad … Summer feasts are exciting!

SACRED AFRICAN RITE OF PASSAGE

CUTE FUN & LOCAL TOO!

KNOW THE GLOW • When a white reflection in their child’s pupil turned out to be eye cancer, Gys and Morgan de Wet were thrown into a nightmare. Morgan shares how they fight ‘dragons’, lean on faith and family and trust world-class South African care.

CUTTING-EDGE CARE TO SAVE THE EYE

MOTHER REALLY DOES KNOW BEST • That maternal sixth sense isn’t just in your head. It’s science…

CANDID DADS • We asked some dads to tells us what they believe they bring to their child’s life, what their role as a father is and how fatherhood has changed them.

FIBROIDS & FERTILITY

CHECK-UP ROUNDUP in the first trimester • You’ve just seen the + on your pregnancy test, and you’re seeing the doctor tomorrow! Exciting times! What lies ahead?

QUEASY? YOU CAN FEEL BETTER • Feeling debilitated by morning sickness? There are ways of living with and treating it.

FIX TUMMY TROUBLES • Even if you’ve never had any digestive problems, you may find that during pregnancy you experience constipation, diarrhoea or even both. Luckily, there are many ways to prevent and manage these concerns.

WHEN SLEEP ESCAPES YOU • Is your pregnant body - or preggie brain - cheating you of sleep?

KEEP IT IN CHECK! • If you’ve suffered from allergies all your life, then you’ll know that even though your allergies can’t be cured, they can be treated. But what happens when you’re pregnant?

WHAT EATING FOR TWO REALLY MEANS • What should you be putting on your plate to ensure optimum health for your growing baby? This is after all the only time in your life when your eating habits directly affect another human being.

KICKS COUNT! • The first time baby kicks is a wonderful moment. Here’s how to spot when it happens, and why these kicks are more important than you might think.

HIGH RISK PREGNANCY WHAT DOES IT MEAN? • Diabetes, high blood pressure, multiples,...