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Produced for parents of newborns to 13 year olds by a publishing team of parents with years of practical parenting experience, the magazine offers valuable advice and insights into all things child-related. Our network of experts in education, nutrition, childhood development and psychology, among others, help us produce articles that will help you to parent with confidence. This page highlights s

ome of the content published in our print magazine and on our website http://www.childmag.co.za/ We invite you to comment – your feedback is welcomed and will help us curate the content that parents need and want.

19/12/2024

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🎄✨ It’s the festive season and most of us are gearing up for the traditional exchange of gifts. However, the festive sea...
19/12/2024

🎄✨ It’s the festive season and most of us are gearing up for the traditional exchange of gifts.
However, the festive season is about more than extravagant presents; it’s a chance to spend quality time together and making memories. So this year, why not give your loved ones the gift of your time? Celebrate togetherness with interactive activities like going to a movie, hiking or playing a board game and indulge in conversation and fun.

The most valuable gift we can give our loved ones is time spent with them.

🎁 Read on for some great ideas to make this holiday season a truly memorable one with your loved ones:

https://www.childmag.co.za/time-spent-with-family-is-the-ultimate-gift/

As the festive season approaches, many are gearing up for the traditional exchange of gifts, but the most valuable gift we can give our loved ones is time spent with them.

✨  Experience Naledi’s Festive Dream this Christmas at the V&A Waterfront!The perfect family activity, this theatrical C...
18/12/2024

✨ Experience Naledi’s Festive Dream this Christmas at the V&A Waterfront!

The perfect family activity, this theatrical Christmas production is a joyous experience for young and old, filled with music, dancing, rhythms and rhymes. You’ll meet the naughty elf that sits on Naledi’s shelf, as well as dapper Nutcrackers, spinning snowflakes, Santa’s spirited hip-hop elves, dancing candy canes and more.

Join Naledi, a 10-year-old Capetonian, as her festive wish to meet Santa’s crew comes true. This cast of quirky characters even visits her in the Mother City to see what Joy from Africa is really about.

This 40-minute dreamscape of family enjoyment takes place inside a purpose-built theatre over the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre for an immersive indoor experience.

💥 Don’t miss out!
This energetic festive show is performed three times a day, from14-22 December 2024. Book your tickets now!

🌟 For more information about Naledi's Dream festive show please visit: https://www.waterfront.co.za/leisure/events/
Or to book tickets: https://bit.ly/3Z3Wloz

Naledi’s Festive Dream is a theatrical Christmas production created especially for our vibrant city, played out in a purpose-built theatre over the 2024 festive season. Join Naledi, a 10-year-old Capetonian, as her festive wish to meet Santa’s crew comes true. This cast of quirky characters even...

The true strength of any community lies in how it nurtures and cares for its future. Let's commit to creating a world wh...
17/12/2024

The true strength of any community lies in how it nurtures and cares for its future. Let's commit to creating a world where every child is valued, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive. 💚👶

🎒If you’re travelling over the festive season, we have a smart travel hack for you!Upload and store all your family’s me...
16/12/2024

🎒If you’re travelling over the festive season, we have a smart travel hack for you!

Upload and store all your family’s medical history and records, from medicines to vaccinations and more, to a digital health vault that can be accessed from anywhere, anytime, especially in an emergency while travelling. 📱🩺

Read on to ensure you travel and holiday with peace of mind, knowing that your family’s health information is safely stored and easily accessible:
https://www.childmag.co.za/a-digital-health-vault-your-secret-weapon/

📖 Is your child being given the best chance at learning to read at school? Learning to read is the foundation of future ...
15/12/2024

📖 Is your child being given the best chance at learning to read at school?
Learning to read is the foundation of future learning. How do you select a school with a strong focus on teaching this vital skill? It’s the key to unlocking your child’s potential.

💡 We share some advice from an education expert who
suggests parents must carefully consider a school’s approach to learning to read support. Here’s what to look for and the questions to ask:
https://www.childmag.co.za/learning-to-read-how-to-select-the-right-school/



🦠 It’s summertime, and the tummy bugs are out and ready to pounce. Should you or your child contract stomach flu, we’ve ...
14/12/2024

🦠 It’s summertime, and the tummy bugs are out and ready to pounce. Should you or your child contract stomach flu, we’ve sought advice from a pharmacist on how to treat it at home with over-the-counter medicine and prevent the spread to other family members.

💧 Plus, we have a quick and easy recipe for an oral rehydration solution.

😷 Don’t let caring for a child with a tummy bug be daunting, here's a handy guide to help you manage your children’s tummy bug at home:

https://www.childmag.co.za/treating-a-tummy-bug-at-home/


🎄🌟  Experience Naledi’s Festive Dream this Christmas at the V&A Waterfront!The perfect family activity, this theatrical ...
13/12/2024

🎄🌟 Experience Naledi’s Festive Dream this Christmas at the V&A Waterfront!

The perfect family activity, this theatrical Christmas production is a joyous experience for young and old, filled with music, dancing, rhythms and rhymes. You’ll meet the naughty elf that sits on Naledi’s shelf, as well as dapper Nutcrackers, spinning snowflakes, Santa’s spirited hip-hop elves, dancing candy canes and more.

Join Naledi, a 10-year-old Capetonian, as her festive wish to meet Santa’s crew comes true. This cast of quirky characters even visits her in the Mother City to see what Joy from Africa is really about.
This 40-minute dreamscape of family enjoyment takes place inside a purpose-built theatre over the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre for an immersive indoor experience.

✨ Don’t miss out!
This energetic festive show is performed three times a day, from14-22 December 2024. Book your tickets now!

For more information about Naledi's Dream festive show please visit: https://www.waterfront.co.za/leisure/events/

Or to book tickets: https://bit.ly/3Z3Wloz

🎉🎉🎉WIN A DISNEY HAMPER!'Spark Joy This Holiday' is Disney’s largest festive campaign to date. Throughout the season, fan...
12/12/2024

🎉🎉🎉WIN A DISNEY HAMPER!

'Spark Joy This Holiday' is Disney’s largest festive campaign to date. Throughout the season, fans can experience the holiday magic with Disney, with delightful products that bring beloved Disney stories to life, holiday classics streaming on Disney+, festive programming across Disney Channel and Disney Junior, and the special Disney Chari-tree initiative in malls across the country in support of Reach For A Dream, which helps bring joy to children in need during this season of giving.

💥Experience the magic — win one of these Disney hampers valued at over R2000 each!

To enter, follow these steps:
1. Follow Child Magazine and Disney
2. Like this post ❤️
3. Tag your friends in the comments below (all in the same comment in order to qualify – not multiple comments)
4. Tell us which hamper you would like to win the most

For an extra entry, subscribe to our newsletter (at the bottom of our Home page at www.childmag.co.za) and/or share the Giveaway to your story. Remember to tag us! 🫶

This competition closes at midnight on Monday 16 December 2024 and four lucky winners (one for each hamper) will be randomly drawn and announced shortly after. T&Cs apply🍀

🎁 Hampers will be sent out at the end of January 2025 by the sponsor.

Disclaimer:
- You can enter this competition on our Facebook and/or Instagram page.
- This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram or Meta.
- The winner must make contact within 48 hours, otherwise they will forfeit their prize and a new winner will be drawn in their place.

Caution:
The winner will only be announced on 16 December. Please be vigilant of scammers and remember we will not announce the winner before 16 December and we will never ask you to click on a link, open an attachment, or send an email to redeem your prize. Thank you.

Let the holiday magic begin!  🌞Get ready for a season of thrilling adventure at Canal Walk! The ever-popular Canal Walk ...
12/12/2024

Let the holiday magic begin! 🌞

Get ready for a season of thrilling adventure at Canal Walk! The ever-popular Canal Walk Holiday Ice Slides, inspired by Disney, are back from 6 December 2024 to 12 January 2025, bringing the magic of tropical islands, oceanic landscapes, and captivating play inspired by the release of Moana 2.
🌴 This year’s theme promises an exciting escape into the world of exploration and island magic – an ideal backdrop for families to enjoy ice slides, sand play, and immersive photo opportunities. 🌊

🛷 This adventure invites children of all ages to discover the magic of Disney with thrilling slides, imaginative play areas, and a chance to create their own island memories.

Event Highlights: Dates: 6 December – 12 January (Closed on Christmas Day) Times: 10am – 8 pm, with 45-minute sessions starting each hour.

Tickets are available for purchase via Webtickets or at the Canal Walk Ice Slides’ entrance. Bring the whole family and spark the joy of the holiday season with
Canal Walk’s Ice Slides – a world of adventure, fun, and memories awaits!

❄️Get your tickets now! https://bit.ly/4fX1jKr

🎁 Win a Family Package to Holiday Ice Slides at Canal Walk Shopping Centre!Planning a fun-packed summer vacay in and aro...
11/12/2024

🎁 Win a Family Package to Holiday Ice Slides at Canal Walk Shopping Centre!

Planning a fun-packed summer vacay in and around Cape Town?
❄️Holiday Ice Slides at Canal Walk Shopping Centre is back!

🛷For an exciting immersive experience at this year’s Holiday Ice Slides, enjoy a massive 70m circular slide, dual racer slide, mini slide, sand play and Disney-themed activities to enjoy and make new memories with your family!
This year's Ice Slides are inspired by the release of Disney's Moana 2, bringing the magic of tropical islands to life. 🌴

Holiday Ice Slides runs from 6 December 2024 to 12 January 2025, so families have plenty of time to escape into the world of exploration and island magic.

🎉🎉🎉 To stand a chance of winning one of three family packages – 3 full rider and 1 non-rider entry – ENTER HERE: https://www.childmag.co.za/win/

Competition closes at midnight on 16 December 2024. Terms and Conditions Apply.

📣📣📣   CALLING ALL LITTLE ADVENTURERS! The V&A Mini Explorers Club is a thrilling adventure waiting to happen! Discover t...
10/12/2024

📣📣📣 CALLING ALL LITTLE ADVENTURERS!

The V&A Mini Explorers Club is a thrilling adventure waiting to happen! Discover the wonders of the V&A Waterfront through fun activities and exciting quests – perfect for curious kids!

👩‍🚀✨Unleash their imagination as they become official Mini Explorers with the Explorer Passport and map – the key that unlocks a world full of excitement and discovery.
Enjoy fun family-friendly experiences and create unforgettable memories searching for treasures, uncovering hidden gems, tasting new foods, paddleboarding on the canal, going to painting parties, and spotting marine life!

See how many stamps and stickers you can collect for your passport as you explore each zone.

Ready to explore? Hop on board the Mini Explorers Journey! Let the fun begin! 😁

Register online at https://explore.waterfront.co.za/kids/

🎉🎉🎉WIN A DISNEY HAMPER!'Spark Joy This Holiday' is Disney’s largest festive campaign to date. Throughout the season, fan...
09/12/2024

🎉🎉🎉WIN A DISNEY HAMPER!

'Spark Joy This Holiday' is Disney’s largest festive campaign to date. Throughout the season, fans can experience the holiday magic with Disney, with delightful products that bring beloved Disney stories to life, holiday classics streaming on Disney+, festive programming across Disney Channel and Disney Junior, and the special Disney Chari-tree initiative in malls across the country in support of Reach For A Dream, which helps bring joy to children in need during this season of giving.

💥Experience the magic — win one of these Disney hampers valued at over R2000 each!

To enter, follow these steps:
1. Follow Child Magazine and Disney
2. Like this post ❤️
3. Tag your friends in the comments below (all in the same comment in order to qualify – not multiple comments)
4. Tell us which hamper you would like to win the most

For an extra entry, subscribe to our newsletter (at the bottom of our Home page at www.childmag.co.za) and/or share the Giveaway to your story. Remember to tag us! 🫶

This competition closes at midnight on Monday 16 December 2024 and four lucky winners (one for each hamper) will be randomly drawn and announced shortly after. T&Cs apply🍀

🎁 Hampers will be sent out at the end of January 2025 by the sponsor.

Disclaimer:
- You can enter this competition on our Facebook and/or Instagram page.
- This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram or Meta.
- The winner must make contact within 48 hours, otherwise they will forfeit their prize and a new winner will be drawn in their place.

Caution:
The winner will only be announced on 16 December. Please be vigilant of scammers and remember we will not announce the winner before 16 December and we will never ask you to click on a link, open an attachment, or send an email to redeem your prize. Thank you.

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CHILD Magazine is South Africa’s largest parenting magazine. Created for parents from the time of their first pregnancy through to the end of the primary school years. CHILD Magazine takes a holistic approach to parenting, focusing on HEALTH, EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT. The magazines are published in Joburg, Cape Town, Durban and Pretoria and have become sought-after resources for parents, teachers, caregivers, au pairs, nannies and grandparents. You can subscribe to the magazine if you live elsewhere in SA or cannot get your hands on a copy. See website for details. You can also read the latest issue online. This page welcomes everyone, but is primarily for content and discussion generated by our magazine and its parenting themes. All unauthorised promotional posts will be removed. However, please note that there are avenues to promote your event and/or business on our website and in our magazine. To learn more about our online and magazine advertising rates, go to http://www.childmag.co.za/content/advertise-us or email us on [email protected].