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CHILDREN'S HEALTH BLOG by DR L LETHABO

Useful news, info and resources

regarding children and health.

A poster for secrets of super powered moms TV show on TBN
By Dr L Machaba 14 Jul, 2023
"Dr. Lethabo Machaba Presents 'Secrets of Superpowered Moms' Show, Exploring Motherhood with God."
Newborn baby holding adult finger
By Dr L Machaba 12 Jul, 2022
Are you a new parent? Here’s a list of 5 things you shouldn’t stress about. 1. BABY CRYING OFTEN Crying is a baby’s way of communicating. It’s their way of telling you they need a feed or their nappy needs a change. Some babies cry more often and louder than others and this doesn’t mean you are constantly doing something wrong.
A teacher and 4 children in nursery school classroom
By Dr L Machaba 05 Jul, 2022
As a parent you may feel excited at the thought of your little one starting creche but also nervous. Not only because it’s a new environment for them altogether but because you’ve likely heard some stories from other parents that go along the lines of: “I just know, if one child is sick, everyone is going to get sick” or “these kids just pass on everything to each other!”
Baby with dirty mouth crying and mother wiping it's mouth
By Dr L Machaba 27 Jun, 2022
Infant reflux (when your baby spits up), is completely normal. We often scale it at mild, moderate or severe. Most infants experience it and with the exception of a few very specific cases, it is not a sign of any serious health issue.
Mother feeding a baby with milk formula in a bottle
By Dr L Machaba 07 Jun, 2022
A child’s infancy stage can be taxing on mothers but also very rewarding. Making sure your little one gets the right nutrition is extremely important. The body content of your post goes here. To edit this text, click on it and delete this default text and start typing your own or paste your own from a different source.
mother and baby brushing teeth
By Dr L Machaba 18 May, 2022
Your baby’s first teeth, also known as milk teeth, are a big deal. I see far too many children with poorly cared for baby teeth. I’m sure that if parents knew the tremendous value they hold for their kids, they wouldn’t treat them as if they were disposable. Just because they eventually fall out, it doesn’t mean they are not important.
Baby crying
By Dr L Machaba 11 May, 2022
Every year during winter, a strain of the flu virus spreads across South Africa. The flu is a far greater threat to our little ones health than the common cold, and should be taken seriously. Some of the information you’ll need can be found right here, and after you’ve read this, you should be fully equipped to protect your kids from the virus.
dr lethabo machaba sitting in chair smiling posing for a photo
By Dr L Machaba 06 May, 2022
SABC NEWS APPERANCE – WORLD ASTHMA DAY 2021. Netcare Sunninghill Hospital Pediatrician, Dr Lethabo Machaba, was interviewed by SABC News on World Asthma Day 2021.
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By Dr L Machaba 05 May, 2022
WORLD ASTHMA DAY 2021 – TREATING CHILDREN WITH ASTHMA. Wednesday 5 May marks World Asthma Day 2021 and I recently featured in this educational video by the Boksburg Advertiser on caring for children with asthma.
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