Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp Baby Brunch | The Parenting Series

Baby Brunch | The Parenting Series

It takes a village to raise a child and connecting with fellow moms and dads leads to sharing of knowledge. That’s where Parent + #BabyBrunch comes in. Hosted by Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp, the Baby Brunch | The Parenting Series podcast features fun and insightful conversations with ordinary parents doing extraordinary things. These can serve as a source of support, inspiration and advice for parents, moms and moms-to-be as we delve into the unique experiences of diverse parents.
Occasionally English South Africa Kids & Family
173 Episodes
96 – 116

For Dylan – A Story of Vaccines & The Info Parents Need Right Now.

Since our last episode on the topic, the word ‘vaccine’ has gained a whole new gravitas in light of a pandemic. This time, we hear the story of a mom that might challenge the way we view vaccines as a whole, and we discuss everything that parents need to know…
17 Mar 2021 26 min

‘My child does not listen’ – but can they hear you?

World Hearing Day is celebrated on 3 March annually to spread awareness for hearing health. We discuss what this means for our little ones in conversation with experienced audiologists Bronwyn van Wyk and Dr Natalie Buttress to equip ourselves as parents and ensure hearing care for all. Brought to you…
2 Mar 2021 43 min

Special Broadcast: Sexual Health & Intimacy after having a Baby

The meaning of sexual health changes as we grow from adolescence to adulthood, and even more when we become parents. We speak with author, medical doctor and specialist in sexual and reproductive health Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng to understand this topic with respect to our children and partners. Brought to you…
23 Feb 2021 35 min

Childproofing & Daily Safety Measures that Could Save your Child’s Life

Prevention is better than cure. Rather than living in fear, equip your family against hazards which lead to choking, suffocating, burning, falling, drowning and more. We chat to child injury specialist Pumla Mtambeka-Nyakaza from ChildSafe SA to learn about how to keep our children safe from environmental and age-specific dangers…
16 Feb 2021 30 min

Drop your New Year’s resolutions for a ‘Drop List’ – Here’s how

Self-leadership expert and mother of two Lori Milner knows exactly where we’re going wrong with our New Year’s resolutions each year. In our discussion with her, she simplifies our habits and human nature into something we can use to our advantage as we aim to better ourselves each year, or…
3 Feb 2021 36 min

Back to School in a Pandemic – All you need to know

This year’s back-to-school rush is like nothing we’ve ever experienced before. As we try to guide our little ones through childhood and schooling in the midst of a pandemic, we all have so many questions. So we’re discussing every parent’s current concerns with principal and early childhood development specialist, Joan…
12 Jan 2021 39 min

How to Keep your Family Safe this Festive Season

Crime doesn’t sleep. Especially during the festive season. South Africa’s safety and hijack prevention expert Richard Brussow is back to share his tips and tricks for a smooth holiday season for all – from those staying at home to those travelling with their little ones, and even the silly season…
2 Dec 2020 22 min

Mental Health & Inclusivity: The 21st Century Parent’s Guide

Mental health is a misunderstood topic. At some times, it is not taken seriously, and at others, it is not even considered. Medical doctor Dr Leandri Hattingh, who has a special interest in this field, joins us along with Charney Habelgaarn, physiotherapist and mom to a little girl with special…
24 Nov 2020 35 min

The Importance of a Will – Protect your Family & Leave a Legacy

No one chooses when they die. So what happens to your children and loved ones if you pass away prematurely? Not thinking about your will can jeopardise all that you’ve done to secure your children’s future. Alex Simeonides, co-founder and CEO of Capital Legacy, talks to us about putting together…
17 Nov 2020 27 min

Divorce & Mediation: Everything you need to know

Divorce is scary, but the process itself shouldn’t add to the emotional strain you and your family are already going through. We chat to attorney Pieter Spruyt and family law mediator Rushka Pedro to better understand how to take such a step with the least painful outcomes. Brought to you…
4 Nov 2020 32 min

Thuli Madonsela Launches Her First Children’s Book

Who would you trust to write a children’s book for your children ? Prof Thuli Madonsela needs no introduction in the political and legal field, and she is now extending her extraordinary impact to younger minds and families with “Melo’s Kingdom”, her first children’s book. Elana talks with the professor…
28 Oct 2020 21 min

Getting the Snip – All you need to know about Vasectomies

Misconception is rife when it comes to one of the only long-term contraceptive methods available to men. What is the success rate of a vasectomy? And what is its relationship with overall sexual function? We chat to specialist urologist and robotic surgeon Dr James Urry to separate fact from fiction…
21 Oct 2020 31 min

The Baby Brunch Playlist Ep. 1 – Lockdown Upliftment

Join husband-and-wife duo Elana and Ian in this candid, chart-show chat about life using their top song picks to guide the way. Elana’s Baby Brunch platform aims to support and uplift fellow moms and dads. Put this together with Ian’s experience in the music plugging, PR and marketing industry, and…
7 Oct 2020 23 min

What Every Parent Needs to Know about Allergies

As a parent, you never know when your child’s life could be at risk from an allergy that you don’t know they have. Dr Tshegofatso Mabelane is the first and only HPCA-certified Family Physician Allergy Sub-Specialist in South Africa, and she reveals everything that we need to know when it…
30 Sep 2020 42 min

Mommy Guilt - The Rocky Road to 'Perfection'

Why is guilt and the feeling of not being ‘enough’ so commonly experienced by mothers around the world? We look at both sides of the coin by talking to both clinical psychologist Janine Boulle and self-leadership expert Lori Milner, and using personal stories from fellow moms as examples to better…
23 Sep 2020 45 min

Til Death Do Us Part – A Father’s Story

Often assumed to only be a threat later on in life, cancer can come out of nowhere and turn worlds upside down. Amier Moerat, husband to a super mom, fighter and inspiration to all, talks to us about his wife Sadiyah, her courage and strength before her passing on, and…
9 Sep 2020 29 min

The Parent’s Handbook to Empathy & Kindness

Is empathy for everyone? Is it the same as kindness? Mimi Nicklin, author, empathetic business leader and mother, talks us through the world’s dire need for empathy and how simple it is to incorporate into our daily lives - both at home and at work - for inspiring outcomes. This…
26 Aug 2020 45 min

Affairs & Entanglements – How to Save Your Family After Infidelity

Marriages can break for many reasons – and infidelity is a big one. But is there hope after such a betrayal? Can a couple come back together stronger than before? Or is this an indicator of larger issues at hand? Clinical psychologist Linda Mthenjane unpacks the role that couple therapy…
19 Aug 2020 44 min

Breastfeeding 101: Your Simplified How-To Guide

To commemorate World Breastfeeding Week, Leah Hughes from Gentle Breastfeeding Studio answers all your questions about this wide-ranging topic. We cover everything from how to start to when to stop – and everything in between – in this podcast brought to you by Fedhealth.
5 Aug 2020 29 min
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