Baby Brunch | The Parenting Series

Parenting in a same-sex marriage, with Janine Hammond

Successful business owner and inspirational mother, Janine Hammond, discusses the nuances of parenting in a same-sex marriage. From dealing with awkward questions to having a home with young daughters, she's proud to share her story of creating a family in a world that's still struggling to accept same-sex parents.

22 Aug 2018 24 min

How Louisa Gibbons Started a Food Business with Solutions for her Child's Feeding Challenges.

When Louisa Gibbons needed solutions for her daughter's feeding challenges, she got creative in the kitchen to provide wholesome nutrition. This awesome mom talks about how her child's sensory processing disorder inspired her family-run baby food business and offers tips on how to make nutrition exciting for children, from weaning…

8 Aug 2018 16 min

Fitness Expert, Johno Meintjes, on How Parents Can Achieve Better Health in 12 Weeks

Johno Meintjes is an international sports conditioning specialist and performance trainer who has worked with some of SA's top sports teams and media personalities. He's also a loving dad to two young daughters. Johno shares his expertise on health and wellness, including a simple approach to implementing good nutrition and…

25 Jul 2018 29 min

Janine Boulle, Clinical Psychologist, on the Mental and Emotional Health of New Moms

Janine Boulle, clinical psychologist and life coach, answers questions from parents to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing. She offers advice on how to manage those tough emotional moments as well as navigate the mental challenges that come with being a new mom.

11 Jul 2018 19 min

Benito Vergotine's Personal Experience with Grief and Being a Single Dad of 4 Children

Benito Vergotine is no stranger to topical conversation as the host of a popular radio talk show. But, Benito has had to answer two hard-hitting questions in his own life: How does your family heal when your wife passes away? And, how do you cope as a single dad of…

27 Jun 2018 33 min

Ruda Landman Talks Family, An Incredible Career and Sharing Stories

Ruda Landman is one of SA's most beloved and respected journalists and TV personalities. Her new book, Tell Me Your Story, features conversations with prominent local personalities. In this podcast, Ruda discusses the book, her journalism in the watershed moments of the country's political history and, of course, her journey…

15 Jun 2018 26 min

Mindfulness, Meditation and Mental Well-being for Parents, with Clinical Psychologist Janine Boulle

Clinical psychologist Janine Boulle shares the benefits of mindfulness; from her experience as a mother and life coach, as well as how it can improve the lives of busy parents.

6 Jun 2018 18 min

Karen Jeynes Shares Her Journey Raising a Son with Autism and Embracing Her Children's Uniqueness

Free thinker. Single parent. Autism spectrum: Words that give most people serious pause for thought but they're all part of the fascinating journey of motherhood for writer and self-proclaimed geek mom, Karen Jeynes.

23 May 2018 33 min

Lauren Allan Discusses Her Experience with Having Twins and then a Surprise Pregnancy

Lauren Allan, marketing director of Baby Bullet South Africa, is a vibrant mom of three children. She shares her experience of having twins, the surprise of expecting baby number three and how she balances life as a working mom.

11 May 2018 33 min

Elana Afrika's Baby Brunch | The Parenting Series Promo

It takes a village to raise a child and connecting with fellow moms and dads leads to sharing of knowledge. The Baby Brunch podcasts feature fun and insightful conversations with ordinary parents doing extraordinary things. These can serve as a source of support, inspiration and great advice for moms and…

26 Apr 2018 2 min