WATCH: Parenting hack involves violently punching stuffed animals

We do not condone this approach, but in some cases it does seem to be oddly effective.

25 Jul 2019

The new baby food rules

Stressing about solids can turn a fun experience into a fraught one. We bust or confirm five baby feeding myths so you can feed on –...

13 Sep 2013

No, giving your baby solid food early won't help them sleep better

Despite recent headlines and claims that giving babies solid foods at just 3 months will help them sleep better, there is a reason we...

18 Jul 2018

10 of the best ways to start solids

Tackle this major baby milestone confidently with our great tips.

13 Nov 2015

Going from bottle to cup

Introducing a sippy cup is just another step your growing baby is making towards independence. Follow these easy steps to success.

17 Sep 2015

8 signs your baby may be ready for solids

Wondering when to start introducing solids to your little one? Here's a checklist that might guide that decision.

07 Mar 2013

When is cow's milk safe for baby?

Experts recommend that babies only be given cow’s milk after the age of 12 months. Here's why.

09 Mar 2010

20 baby food myths busted!

Moms are bombarded with nutritional information. How do you separate the old wives’ tales from the gems, the science from the...

09 Mar 2010

No need to panic about baby milk in SA

A global baby milk recall due to salmonella contamination doesn't affect South Africa.

12 Dec 2017

The wonderful world of starting solids

Starting solids can be a confusing stage. Here are some tips to help you on your baby's journey.

10 Mar 2014

The perfect age for solids

02 Nov 2012

PRINT IT: Baby-led weaning meal planner

With baby-led weaning your baby can eat from the family meal. Here are some great recipes and a free meal planner to help you on your...

03 May 2017

Great recipes from 'Healthy Food for a Healthy Baby'

Author Monique Le Roux Forslund talks to Parent24 editor about her brand new book.

13 Apr 2016

Tips on what you look out for when buying baby food

Food labels can give you a lot of information about what is good for your family.

13 Apr 2016

Recipes to help you wean your breastfed baby

Baby-led weaning is a great way to introduce solids and author of Monique Le Roux Forslund tells us how.

13 Apr 2016

Watch: Baby goes bananas

This video proves that laughing at something as silly as a banana can bring so much joy.

23 Feb 2016

Do the mash

Homemade baby food is not as scary as it seems.

06 Feb 2009

How to ditch the bottle

You CAN get rid of your child's bottle without having an anxious toddler!

15 Oct 2015