Mother and Child

Pregnancy is a time for the growth of the new maternal and fetal tissue. But did you know that about one third of your iron stores will be passed on to your developing baby to form its blood and then stored for future use?This is why your daily need ...

Pregnancy is a time for the growth of the new mate...

Congratulations on the birth of your baby! Breastfeeding is important not only for your baby but for you as well! Breast milk is the perfect milk for your baby as it covers all his nutritional needs for the first 6 months of life as well as provides ...

Congratulations on the birth of your baby! Breastf...

Your body experiences many changes during pregnancy, and now after delivery, your goal is to regain your pre-pregnancy weight and maintain it. And to achieve your goal, you are ready to go on any strict diet! But be patient and consult your doctor ab...

Your body experiences many changes during pregnanc...

This is the month you’ve been waiting for – the golden number nine! Since the first day you discovered that you were pregnant, this is the time that you have been expectantly looking forward to. Being your last month, you know your due date, but reme...

This is the month you’ve been waiting for – the go...

You are coming close to the end of your pregnancy journey! One more month to go and you will be experiencing a variety of emotions, from excitement to anticipation. So as you eagerly wait for the magical moment, why don’t you enjoy this period and tr...

You are coming close to the end of your pregnancy ...

You’re well on your way through the last stretch of your pregnancy. This is your third and final trimester where you start preparing for your delivery and looking forward to seeing your little bundle of joy!Together with the feelings of anticipation ...

You’re well on your way through the last stretch o...

At the end of this month, you finish your second trimester! This is the time where you’ll probably start feeling hungry more often as your baby starts growing more and more.What is my weight gain during this month, so I can keep within the normal ran...

At the end of this month, you finish your second t...

The second trimester of pregnancy usually is the most exciting period, since you will see your pregnancy progressing and notice your baby clearly growing in size. This is also a time when you feel more energetic and active, and can do things easily, ...

The second trimester of pregnancy usually is the m...

Month four and your baby bump will definitely begin to show. It’s one of the most enjoyable stages of pregnancy, when you’ll discover that you’re the center of attention wherever you go. Everyone around will start to notice and you’ll probably spend ...

Month four and your baby bump will definitely begi...

During the first two months of your pregnancy, food may not have been your best friend due to the undesirable effects of nausea, tiredness and sleepiness. However, the third month of your countdown toward motherhood will usher in a positive change in...

During the first two months of your pregnancy, foo...

By now you are absolutely positive that you’re pregnant and will start wondering when your baby bump will begin to show. You are probably settling into the new status of motherhood and will begin preparing for the expectant months ahead.Am I expected...

By now you are absolutely positive that you’re pre...

The day you find out that you’re pregnant is one of the happiness moments of your life. It’s a time for joy and celebration for you and your family. What follows are months of preparation, baby clothes, toys, room and most important baby names.Howeve...

The day you find out that you’re pregnant is one o...

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for both adults and children. It provides the body with the energy it needs to keep active all day. So, even if you are pressed for time in the mornings, make sure that your child has a nutritious break...

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day fo...

We know that as a mother you strive to give your child only the best. And now that he has turned one year old, you want to know more about his nutrition and how you can make the right choices every day in order to help him grow as healthily as possib...

We know that as a mother you strive to give your c...

Anaemia caused by iron deficiency is the most common nutritional problem in the world. It is a major concern, particularly for children, because of the many negative consequences for them, including lower performance at school. What is the major caus...

Anaemia caused by iron deficiency is the most comm...

Water is the most important element of the body; it is the essence of life. Without it, body cells will not survive and organs will not function properly. As in the case of dehydration, the body organs such as the kidney and brain will not work prope...

Water is the most important element of the body; i...

Life is getting busier and busier, and that means people are eating out more and more. While this often is a necessity for some families, it's always a special treat for the kids. But can eating out, even occasionally, be healthy for your child? How ...

Life is getting busier and busier, and that means ...

Water is essential for life and drinking enough of it is crucial, especially in the warm Middle East climate. This is particularly the case for children, who are so active and always running around. They can easily become dehydrated, especially in su...

Water is essential for life and drinking enough of...

We know that fibre is good for your child's digestive system, but did you know that prebiotics are too? So what are prebiotics and what role do they play in you child's health?Prebiotics are carbohydrates that are not digested or absorbed in the smal...

We know that fibre is good for your child's digest...

What is healthy eating? Healthy eating for your child means giving him a variety of foods so that he gets the right nutrients (such as protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, and minerals) for normal growth. The best way to ensure children gets what he...

What is healthy eating? Healthy eating for your ch...

Children love to drink juices as they are delicious, colourful and thirst-quenching. Giving your child natural fruit juices are a better choice than giving him other sweetened drinks, as they are rich in vitamins and minerals. Drinking juices in mode...

Children love to drink juices as they are deliciou...