Elana Afrika's Baby Brunch | The Parenting Series

Not knowing the answer to this question can impact your child’s life in more ways than you realise. We’re getting answers from Dr Leana Olivier, CEO of the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research (FARR). Be informed about your choices – don’t miss this vital conversation! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Moms have a million things on their mind – and worrying about whether you’re doing it right is often at the top of that list. We all feel insecure, anxious, and filled with worry about the next few minutes, the next few days, and the rest of our child’s life! And that’s okay. We’re chatting to clinical psychologist Liane Lurie to get to the bottom of ‘mom anxiety’ once and for all – don’t miss this interview! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Do you have a little gambler under your roof? Or maybe you’ve noticed sudden bratty outbursts from your little one? Justin Harrison from Money Tribe is here to talk about our children's relationship with money and how to teach them to respect its value from a young age. We’re talking credit cards, cash in hand, crypto — and when the right time is to start explaining how money really works. Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

She runs a business, runs a home, and runs marathons, too! We’re talking to Elana Meyer – a mother, an Olympics silver medallist, and a woman with a heart of gold! Join us as we look back at the lessons learned along the way and the goals that push this South African icon forward. Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Why is there a stigma around children's homes? And what if we needed their support for our own families one day? Join us as we chat to Johanna Strauss from the Durbanville Children's Home to better understand how children end up in these homes and learn more about the vital role they play in the nurturing and care that the children so urgently need. Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Clinical psychologist Liane Lurie helps us uncover the difference between ‘sadness’ and peripartum and postpartum depression. From the signs to look out for to the role of your partner during such a bittersweet time – we’re having all the important conversations! Don’t miss this interview for vital insights on your mental health post birth. A special thank you to SADAG. Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Is the answer in the number of times we chew each bite of food, or is it in the nutritious fruits and veggies that you have to convince your little one to eat? We’re chatting to Megan Lagerwey, aka The Good Gut Guru, who ‘breaks down’ everything we need to know to ensure our toddlers have optimum gut health. Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

We’ve brought together two experts to help us understand the unpredictable tragedy that is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), more commonly known as cot death. Dr Mark Irvine – a Cape Town-based paediatrician with over 30 years of experience – joins Richard Powell – a California-based electrical engineer of over 40 years, specialising in the development of medical grade components for medical devices – to educate parents on this often unthinkable topic. Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Remember how our parents always told us to buckle up, yet still, so many of us forget to do this with our own children? It is Child Passenger Safety Week and we discuss the importance of car seats with Operations Director of Maxi Cosi, Debbie Billson. Brought to you by Epi-max Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Award-winning radio presenter-turned-author Carol Ofori is here to help us write the stories we tell our children about our heritage. Carol’s book series of African adventures tell us about the power of parents fulfilling their dreams and the magic of our unique heritage. Catch this thrilling interview for laughter, inspiration, wisdom and more! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Is high blood pressure dangerous when you are pregnant? Well, it’s just one of the symptoms of Preeclampsia, a pregnancy complication affecting blood pressure, kidneys and other organs. We’ve brought in OB-Gynae-Sexologist Dr Mpume Zenda, aka “Dr Gynae”, to explain everything pregnant mommies need to know about this condition. Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Don’t you just love seeing moms flourish and thrive in their business endeavours? We’re chatting to Frances Edwards, mom of two and founder and creative director of House of Cinnamon, a design-conscious brand offering locally handcrafted footwear and accessories – and she’s telling us how she brings it all together! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

“Het hierdie kind geen maniere nie?” Well, are etiquette and manners the same thing? Riandi Conradie from the South African Etiquette Academy is here to help and class is in session – don’t miss out! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Lerato Makosholo is a mom with a message! Primary school Tuckshop Manager by day and our champion and advocate for body positivity today, Lerato is delivering perspective for all moms – from the journey of accepting our post-birth bodies to managing the lives we’ve made for ourselves. It’s time to start being kind to yourself again – join our little chat now! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

Mom, blogger, eco warrior – and your guide to eco-awareness – Fay van Eeden from Enroute Foodie joins us to not only explain WHY, but show us HOW we can create a sustainable home and planet for our little ones. Listen to find out how simple bringing an eco-conscious mindset into your home can be! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

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 the tools we need to help our children and teens. Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

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 Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

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 parenting turns into co-parenting after a divorce, how being a dad feels during a pandemic, how Xola practises being a ‘present parent’, and much more! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

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 parents can take action in the face of a burn emergency. A must-listen for ALL PARENTS! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.

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 annual flu jab this year? We’re discussing the ins and outs and pros and cons of the flu vaccine with medicine information pharmacist Lee Baker – a must-listen for all parents! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also supported by Jacaranda 94.2.