As much as we’d all like to be the domestic goddess who always has the time (and inclination) to whip…
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Hot Yoga Durban is a safely heated studio, with secure parking. They have options to practice a variety of styles…
There’s no need to buy fancy containers when giving gifts. Make your own cheap and cheerful cartons from plain paper…
Dahlia-like pom-poms appear to float in the air, imparting a cheerful radiance to any gathering. Stack eight large sheets of…
Science Question: What can cause the space between molecules to expand (grow) and contract (shrink)? Often we can’t see molecules…
Science question: How does gas behave in a liquid? Have you ever seen a lava lamp? They are so groovy!…
Navigating a world of people can be more challenging than climbing the most treacherous of mountains! Cindy Glass, Director and…
Lunch box salads are the perfect solution if you are sick of sandwiches. This recipe has a noodle base with…
Here’s how to make a fun little rice cake owl snack or light lunch for the kids. They won’t even…
Materials: • Mason jar • Primer • Contact paper • Acrylic paint • Gift tag • Votive Directions: Begin by…
Materials: • 1 piece of coloured paper (8.5″ x 11″) • 2 muffin wrappers • 1 green paper straw •…
Feeling tired, stressed and run down? Can’t focus? Can’t sleep? Maintain a balanced, healthy lifestyle with BLISS Herbal Health. BLISS…
Ingredients: • 1/4 cup arrowroot powder or cornstarch • 1 to 3 teaspoons hibiscus powder • Optional: 1 teaspoon ground…
Rich and soothing body scrub to exfoliate dry skin and reveal smooth soft skin. Ingredients: • 1/2 cup coconut oil…
I am often asked by parents why and when there is a need for a child to receive extra tuition.…
World MS Day is on 25 May. The MS society KZN is discovering more and more people being diagnosed with…
Winter is on its way and with it, come the inevitable and dreaded bouts of flu. There are many misconceptions…
Asthma is one of the most common chronic illnesses in children. It occurs when small air passages in the lungs…
The South African National Burn Safety Awareness Week is from 6 to 12 May. The National Burns Association of South…
Government and employers should do more to support menopausal women who often find symptoms exacerbated and difficult to manage at…
Ingredients: French toast • 10 cups (250ml cup) cubed French bread • 8 eggs • 500ml milk • 125ml cream…
If you want to spoil your mom on Mother’s Day – why not make her a delicious breakfast in bed?…
Mother’s Day is coming up on 13 May, and we have some great ideas on what to do with your mom or wife to celebrate this special day!
Like it or not, your mom is the person who loves you the most in the whole wide world –…
I have had a very busy couple of months recently but things are now calming down, thankfully! At the end…
Blast Trampoline Park is an exciting new Indoor Trampoline Park in Pietermaritzburg. It’s an awesome venue for family and friends…
These cards from BURGER KING® will entertain hungry minds!
Play is a powerful tool children with autism need to boost their development and an essential way for them to…
Have you looked in the mirror lately and seen those fine lines increasing? Evolve Day Spa has the answer for you!
It is best to sleep with your baby on a mattress that is placed directly on the floor. This is the safest way to sleep at night with your little one. However, if you are using a conventional rail and frame, you must ensure that the mattress fits snugly into the frame.
School holidays and long weekends tend to be two sides of a coin depending on which worker you are. Or you may be the third type of worker, the one who has kids but didn’t get to take a holiday.
Advantages of using a Virtual Assistant
The 5th Annual Mum’s Mail Ladies Breakfast in association with The Sunflower Fund was held on 23 March at The…
Pallet Jack’s offers family dining in style and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Pallet…
MyCare understands the importance of independence as a vital part of quality of life. To partner with MyCare is to ensure quality of life in the environment of your choice.
Lupa is an authentic Italian restaurant, aimed at people looking for a good, quality, tasty meal for themselves and their…
Makes: 12 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes This classic recipe is unbeatable when it comes to taste,…
So quick and easy to make these toilet roll ninjas, with their mad sensei skills!, are a perfect after school,…
Prep Time: 0:10 Total Time: 0:30 Ingredients • Premade pizza crust • 2 tbsp. olive oil • 1/2 tsp. oregano…
Thuma Mina – Send Me: A Toolkit. Cindy McNally is a living example of this. Her secret? She is doing something that is in her “sweet spot”, because it involves stuff she already does and loves.
Emergencies can occur at any time and in any situation. They may take the form of a person going into…
Have you noticed when you wear certain colours how they make you feel? Your self-confidence soars as you receive comments such as “you look lovely” or “you look amazing” but not so much when they ask you if “you are tired”. Why? Colour makes a big difference and the power of colour is fascinating. There are a few colour systems available to assist us and have varying theories to support them although one system The Chata Romano Colour System ® is easy and a comprehensive system to apply to our overall image.
A little over two years ago MOBI-CLAW911 started with a humble beginning, serving 84 clients during the first month. Today…
A tribute to the working mum – Let’s acknowledge the challenges the modern mum faces.
TapTuck, a revolutionary new tuck shop app from South Africa that focuses on healthy meal options and convenient cashless e-friendly…
I took my husband and our son, Oliver (4) to see Aqua: The Aussie Circus Spectacular recently. We had no…
This is a great way to get the kids playing outside in nature, rather than sitting in front of the…
Did you know ice can be hot? In this experiment, you’ll find out how different chemicals freeze at different temperatures…
Easter brings with it some much-loved family celebrations and quality time spent together. Not to mention the belly-laughs, family feasts,…
1. Use the food nutrient groups as a checklist: • Carbohydrates: low GI bread, whole-wheat wraps, brown rice, brown pasta.…
Of the twelve years that children spend at school, the foundation phase – years one through four – are the…
Last week, my 13-year-old cousin asked me for advice about choosing high-school extra-murals. I, obviously, wanted to give her the…
It is normal for young children to experience difficulty with sharing, taking turns and identifying roles within groups when playing…
We all know it’s difficult (and expensive) trying to keep the kids entertained during the school holidays. But you need…
Earth Day, celebrated annually 22 April, marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement nearly 50 years…
Are you looking for affordable ways to keep the kids entertained in the school holidays? These are our top picks…
Durban’s biggest Easter Egg hunt is back and visitors will be hopping with ‘eggcitement’ at this year’s event to be…
My daughter Amy loves to paint and craft. Every day she spends time in the craft room and comes home…
As winter approaches, fashion designer and mom, Ruwaida Vawda, has some winter style tips for our readers. Take a hint…
Stick with one system of shampoo and conditioner While it may seem wise to pick a shampoo from one line,…
Do you have what it takes to solve the mystery and escape in time? Brainstorm Escape Rooms is a new…
Focus on real food We mean real food as opposed to processed food. Real food is fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy,…
It’s every weight loss enthusiast’s dream to zap belly fat but, far from pure vanity, there’s actually a reason why…
DO keep your hands clean Your hands are covered with germs, so always wash them well before handling contact lenses.…
World Autism Day is on 2 April and many organisations use April as a month to promote Autism awareness. The…
Most kids get too much salt! We often grab the salt even before we have tasted our food. According to…
Hey Gorgeous Skincare formulates completely natural, organic and synthetic-free skin, body and bath care products that are not only effective and…
Yummy and warming pies don’t have to be bad for you. This chicken pie is hearty and delicious and light…
Try these fun and easy Easter crafts with your kids in the weeks leading up to Easter! Foam Cup…
Banish backseat boredom with these car games for kids – and you don’t even have to sepnd a cent! Here…
Poor posture is becoming more and more apparent in our high stress, fast paced, instant messaging lifestyle. With technology and…
Incontinence, bladder urgency, pelvic pain, constipation and pain with sex – all of these symptoms are quite common in women…
If you are going on a road trip during these school holidays, you will find these tips uselful!
Mum’s Mail was at the formal opening of the Institute of Aesthetic Options at The Pearls Mall in Umhlanga Rocks…
A child “born out of wedlock” is a child whose parents were not married to each other at the time…
Craig Gilchrist, the Regional Manager for SA Home Loans in Mpumalanga and the East Rand, shares his perspectives on what…
We have sourced some fun and easy Easter snacks to make with your kids this Easter, from some of our…
Leaders in the décor, design and lifestyle trade, Decorex Durban, will inspire visitors to find their unique #rhythmoflife with a…
Baby City, South Africa’s favourite baby hyper store, is here to make the journey of becoming a parent that little…
The #luckyfewtattoo was designed by Mica May at a Down Syndrome moms get together, at Ruby’s Rainbow Retreat in Austin,…