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
153 Episodes
40 – 60

Etiquette 101: Modern Manners for your Children

“Het hierdie kind geen maniere nie?” Well, are etiquette and manners the same thing? Riandi Conradie from the South African Etiquette Academy is here to help and class is in session – don’t miss out! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your family. Also…
2 Aug 2022 13 min

Body Positivity for Moms: The Story of Lerato

Lerato Makosholo is a mom with a message! Primary school Tuckshop Manager by day and our champion and advocate for body positivity today, Lerato is delivering perspective for all moms – from the journey of accepting our post-birth bodies to managing the lives we’ve made for ourselves. It’s time to…
26 Jul 2022 20 min

Eco Warrior Mom – How to teach your children about sustainability

Mom, blogger, eco warrior – and your guide to eco-awareness – Fay van Eeden from Enroute Foodie joins us to not only explain WHY, but show us HOW we can create a sustainable home and planet for our little ones. Listen to find out how simple bringing an eco-conscious mindset…
19 Jul 2022 9 min

"My child has been referred to a psychiatrist” – What now?

How can we identify when our children need more mental health support? Is medication really the answer? Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr Nkokone Tema joins us to answer our questions, bust the myths, and give us the tools we need to help our children and teens. Brought to you by…
5 Jul 2022 24 min

What No One Tells You About The First Days After Birth

We found someone who can tell us what the baby guides don’t! We brought back your favourite doula Nicolette Hadden to tell us what REALLY happens in those first 4 days after birth – don’t miss this! Brought to you by Epimax Baby & Junior – our family, for your…
21 Jun 2022 33 min

Xola Ntshinga the Co-Parent – Fatherhood, Fairness & Fun

Xola Ntshinga is a familiar voice and face on our radios and televisions, from breakfast and afternoon drive shows to sports anchoring – but today he’s here with us as a dad! Join us as we delve deeper into how parenting turns into co-parenting after a divorce, how being a…
14 Jun 2022 18 min

What to do if your child gets badly burnt

How do you know if your child’s burn injury is serious? And what do you do until you can get to a hospital or clinic? We’re getting hands-on advice from specialist surgeon Dr Nikki Allorto of Burn Care Trust on how parents can take action in the face of a…
8 Jun 2022 14 min

Flu Jabs - Yes or No?

This Podcast is in Memory of Lee Baker. Our Condolences and Prayers to Lee's Family and Friends. With Love, Elana and The Parent + Baby Brunch Team. Vaccines for this, vaccines for that… So do we still need to get our annual flu jab this year? We’re discussing the ins…
31 May 2022 16 min

How to Prepare your child for the arrival of their new-born sibling

Is there a right way to introduce your first child to the latest addition to your family, to avoid them feeling rejected or neglected? Clinical psychologist and parent-child expert Dr Jenny Rose chats to us about how we can approach all of the change that comes with bringing home a…
25 May 2022 24 min

Battle of the Birth Experts – The Gameshow That Answers All

A dad, a gynaecologist and a registered nurse battle it out in a gameshow about all things baby-related – who wins? Get the answers to all of your burning questions without any of the pressure with singer and actor Loukmaan Adams, our favourite OB-Gynae and sexologist Dr Mpume Zenda, and…
4 May 2022 38 min

Parenting & Autism – How we can all embrace neurodiversity in our homes

What do you really know about autism? And if diversity is so important, what about neurodiversity? We chat to Julie Hendricks of Faces of Felicity who, among so many other things, is a mom to an autistic son and an artist using her art to create awareness for neurodiversity. Join…
6 Apr 2022 18 min

If Baby Eats Better, Will Baby Sleep Better?

What is normal when it comes to bedtime and getting your little ones to sleep? We brought in paediatrician duo Dr Kooblal and Dr Ramsunder to demystify the role that nutrition plays with your baby’s sleep. Prepare for some big reveals! Brought to you by Fedhealth, Epi-max & Jacaranda 94.2.
8 Mar 2022 16 min

Is Adoption The Option for You?

Are adoptive parents better parents because they have more time to emotionally and mentally prepare? Social worker and adoption specialist Eloise Loots is here to explain how adoption really works, who makes a good candidate for this life-long commitment, and much more. Brought to you by Fedhealth, Epi-max & Jacaranda…
22 Feb 2022 17 min

Pregnancy Awareness Week: Pregnant Moms, You are Important

It’s Pregnancy Awareness Week and do you know what? Pregnancy is actually NOT all sunshine and roses – but if we know better, we can handle it better. We’ve brought “Dr Gynae” back to help us understand and support the pregnant moms in our lives. OB-Gynae-Sexologist Dr Mpume Zenda talks…
8 Feb 2022 15 min

Stop! Don’t spend money on your children this Christmas

“Spend like I say, not like I do”? We get real money lessons for both kids and parents this Christmas from the Money Podcast’s Justin Harrison – watch for everything from gift-giving no-nos to why you should NOT empty your purse this festive season! Brought to you by Fedhealth, Epi-max…
14 Dec 2021 17 min

Antibiotics – Yes or No?

As parents, we want our children to be in the best of health. So what happens when they get sick and need an antibiotic? We chat to Dr Louise Engelbrecht and discuss both the good and the bad when it comes to antibiotics and our little ones. Brought to you…
23 Nov 2021 13 min

The Whole Mama Show’s Aisha meets Baby Brunch’s Elana

Every mother is unique in her talents. We chat to multiple award-winning content creator, host of the Whole Mama Show podcast, entrepreneur and mother of two Aisha O'Reilly to find out how honestly sharing her journey creates a safe space for other mothers to do so, too. Brought to you…
9 Nov 2021 23 min
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