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Flu FightersFood choices for a

5 MEES ALGEMENE

LEER FOUTE

Help jou kind beter leer.

BIG FUN... on a small budget.

Mothers'DayMom's Vouchers 4

Mothers' Day SMS & WIN 5

Mom's Marbles 6

Aktiwiteite:Apies INNIBOS 2

BIG FUN on a small budget 7

Shopping for Second Hand Sunshine 7

Uplands Festival 16

Dieët & Gesondheid:Flu Fighting Food by Dietician Natalie Grobler 8

Mind Matters:5 Mees Algemene Leer Foute 11

Bou jou Kind se Selfvertroue 14

"Huis" werk:Roadside Emergency 12

Competitions:Winners of March/April 9

May Giveaways 9

Win with Engen & Woolworths 13

Win a Personal Development Bursary

for your Child worth R10 000! 14

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SAY NO TO JUNK FOOD

. . . say yes to good healthy home cooked

nutritious food available 7 days a week from the

Deli at Steiltes SPAR

Bring this healthy food advert when you next visit

our Deli and enjoy a mystery RED DOT discount:

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Visit Steiltes SPAR with this advertisement before the

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After your 6th session, we

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FREE TREATMENT to the value of R150!

Nelspruit:

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White River:

Greenway Woods Resort

Pine Lake Drive (next to

White River Country Estate).

Terms & conditions:

Voucher must be presented at booking to

qualify, only original copies will be accepted.

One voucher per customer per treatment session.

Bring this voucher in to

qualify for a

20% DISCOUNT on your next purchase.

Natural ClassicsShop 35, Riverside Mall

R40, Nelspruit

Tel: (013) 757 0257

Terms & Conditions:

Only original vouchers will be accepted,

one per customer per purchase.

Offer valid till 31st May 2011.

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A more beautiful you, naturally.

WIN a Foot

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Cell: 0836560281

Email: [email protected]

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WIN FRESH

FLOWERS FOR 3 MONTHS WIN & CHOOSE YOUR

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The winner will be treated

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Mopani Pharmacy.

SMS the keyword "Mopani",

your school name and

email address to 45565.

Terms & Conditions:No change will be given. Choice of fragrance exclude

fragrances already on promotion. Upon purchasing a

fragrance of more than R350, the balance will be payable.

Mopani Pharmacy Crossing Centre | Ilanga Mall

(013) 755 5500 | (013) 742 2225

Authorised stockist of Estée Lauder,

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SMS the keyword "Flowers", your school name and email address to 45565 to stand a chance

week of every month, for 3 months!

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The children, by some miracle, have grown into responsible adults. By chance you overhear your now grown-up son telling the same

you so long ago told him, and the tears fall silently down your cheeks. Don’t despair – these are the pearls of parenting, and that is what the game is all about.

MOM'S

TRIVIAL PURSUIT FOR MOTHERHOOD I’ve often thought that mothering is similar to Trivial Pursuit.

It seems we spend much of our time in a maze of trivia, fumbling through the daily minutiae of family living, never quite sure

whether we’re ahead of the game or not. The rules are simple – you’ll start with 10 marbles, and collect or deduct marbles as

you play the game. Are you ready? Okay, let’s go…

You are awaiting the arrival of your

look at your expanding waistline and say, “As

soon as the baby is born I’ll be a size 6 again,” deduct 2

marbles - for wishful thinking.

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It is two years later and your second child is soon to be born. To avoid sibling rivalry you have prepared carefully for the event, spending “quality time” with your

doll to feed, bathe and cuddle. When the new baby comes

deduct 1 marble – it’s the dog who’s jealous.

Your eldest son has just announced at the supper

table that he is to be an oak tree in the school play and needs a

costume by tomorrow morning. If you stay up until 3am making an imaginative and

innovative costume, deduct 3 marbles for setting an impossible example for the rest of us. On the other hand, if you stick him

into a brown paper bag with a hole for his head and arms and tape green leaves all

over the front and back, collect 5 marbles. You’ve just taken the rest of us

off the hook.

The kids, now number three and all

in school. You have discovered that

“mother” is synonymous with “taxi

service”. On a typical day you drop

the youngest off at her music lesson,

then go with the boys to their Soccer

practice. Then back to pick up daughter

and drop accumulated soccer players

off at their assorted homes. It’s dinner at choir practice at 7pm.

Collect 5 marblesfor endurance.

The little darlings are embarrassed to be seen with you. Guess what: You are the parent of teenagers,

those strange creatures who think they are eight feet tall and

bulletproof. If you survive this age with your sense intact, collect 8

Until then, always remember that you hold the ultimate

weapon – you have the car keys!

You can tell your oldest child is home from college when you see the pile of dirty laundry in the front hall.

If you take the clothes downstairs to sort, wash and press as in the old days…deduct

3 marbles and shame on you! If, instead, you take him by the hand and show him the room

where the automatic washer and dryer have been housed since he was small, collect 5

marbles. Some of the most important things in life are not taught in college, you know.

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Written by Jacklyn Lee Lindstrom, published in Chicken Soup for the Mother’s Soul, 1997

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M A R B L E S !

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Congratulations.

line and it’s time to add up the score. The game you have just played is called

“Motherhood” – and if you haven’t lost all your marbles

– you win!

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Sien uit na die

volgende uitgawe;

baie dankie!

Marietjie

Oosthuizen

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DID YOU KNOW: SPCA LOWVELD PRESENTS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES! Should your child's school wish to involve its pupils more, consider the following ...A. A donation of canned pet food, or blanket B. A silver coin laying of the SPCA logoC. A blue CIVVIES day with a donation of R5,00 or R10,00

Contact Hilet 082 4990 443 or Estelle on 083 664 7505.

KOM GESELS SAAM

BUSY HANDS

SHOPPING AT SONPARK FOR SECOND HAND SUNSHINE

Peek-a-boo collects, buys and sells pre-loved and new children toys and accessories including prams, cots, high chairs and other furniture and equipment.

The owner, Louisa Lubbe, says that the idea for the shop was 'born' when her husband mentioned that it would be great to sell the things their 18 month old daughter was growing out of, and then buy bigger second hand things that has hardly been used.

She jumped at the chance to realise a lifelong dream of living out her creative side. A few months later, she openend her shop called "Peek a Boo". Louisa's vision for the shop was to create a "welcome" space. The atmosphere is friendly and endearing. She would like to encourage moms to come and sell their pre-used children stuff, and in a way, help other moms who can't afford to buy new, but perhaps can afford to buy what they want at a more affordable price.

She invites you, the readers of Mom's Notes to come and have a peek at what they have available, or to allow them to sell those pre-loved stuff which you perhaps didn't know what to do with.

Shop 50 at Sonpark BoulevardMonday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00

Saturdays 09:00 – 13:00Cell: 072 202 2914

[email protected]

You don't need to spend a lot of

money on craft equipment for

your kids.

Pictures from old magazines can be cut out and used for projects such as collage. Another fun project is have the children make up their own face, pick a nose off one page, eyes from another and so on. Lots of fun laughing!

Krap deur jou ou naaldwerk kassie vir ou knope, stukkies wol of afval lappies. Gebruik dit vir plakboeke, kaartjies, om armbande, krale en om popklere mee te maak.

A store cupboard item you can use for crafting with young children is dried pasta such as penne. Help them thread it onto string to make a long necklace or picture.

Maak jou eie speelklei Plaas 1 koppie water 1 koppie koekmeel

1/2 koppie sout2 teelepels kook olie

en 2 teelepels kremetart in 'n pot.

Voeg bietjie voedselkleursel by en prut vir 'n paar minute totdat die mengsel 'n sagte bal vorm.

Stoor in 'n lugdigte houer.

Lolly or Popsicle sticks, washed and dried, can be made into many interesting objects such as doll's furniture.

Blomme kan gepluk en gepers word. Jy hoef nie 'n duur plant pers te koop nie! Vou blomme versigtig toe met kombuispapier en plaas dit tussen die bladsye van n ou boek. Bêre die boek in 'n warm, droë plek - soos 'n linnekas en plaas ekstra druk op die boek met ander boeke. Wag 'n paar dae, en siedaar - gedroogte blomme vir kaartjies, plakboeke en kunswerke!

The beach is another good place to gather materials. Small shells can be glued onto plain trinket boxes or picture frames to make highly individual gifts.

BIG FUN ON A SMALL BUDGET

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FLU FIGHTING FOODBy Natalie Grobler

NUTRITION

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TIRED OF YOUR CHILDREN ALWAYS BEING SICK DURING THE WINTER MONTHS… REMEMBER: PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN

TREATMENT.

Your child’s immune system is essential to their overall health and well-being, especially during developmental years. Adequately feeding

power. Immune boosters work in many ways. They increase the number of white cells in the

TEN TIPS TO HELP BOOST YOUR CHILD’S IMMUNE SYSTEM:

1. Vitamin CVitamin C increases the production of infection-

the entry of viruses. Vitamin C supplements are inexpensive and Vitamin C is available in a natural form in many fruits and vegetables. Aim for at least three Vitamin C rich fruits every day Vitamin C boosting fruits: Kiwi, papaya. Orange, guava, strawberries

2. Vitamin E. Vitamin E stimulates the production of natural killer cells, those that seek out and destroy germs. Aim for 30 -60mg every day of Vitamin E from a diet rich in seeds, vegetable oils, variety of nuts and whole grains. Make sure you include nuts as an afternoon

sandwiches for lunch boxes. Drizzle good quality vegetable oils over potato wedges and steamed veggies. You can also consider a daily Vitamin Supplement of Vitamin A, C &E.

the immune system by protecting the cells of the body against environmental pollutants.

A diet that contains a wide variety of fruits and

system work in top form. You can use supplements to top-up on your children’s phytonutrients during the winter months. Sportron's Phytogard is a good phytonutrient.

4. ZincThis valuable mineral increases the production of white

more aggressively. The best source of zinc for infants

child’s day with a healthy Zinc- rich breakfast. Children up to age 6 years can take 10 to 20 mg per day. Older kids can take 20 to 40 mg per day.

5. Selenium. This mineral increases natural killer cells and mobilizes

are tuna, whole grains, vegetables (depending on the selenium content of the soil), brown rice, egg yolks,

Brazil nuts, and lamb chops.

6. Omega-3 fatty acids. Research concluded that children taking a half teaspoon

respiratory infections.

mackerel) are good sources of omega-3. Omega-3 act as immune booster by increasing the activity of phagocytes; the white blood cells that eat up bacteria. When taking essential fatty acid supplements, such as

which acts together with essential fatty acids to boost the immune system. You can increase your child’s intake

fruit and yoghurt smoothie or you can give your child a salmon whole grain sandwich.

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7. Probiotics:These are healthy bacteria that live in our intestines and help to protect the body through immune enhancement. The best species of probiotics are lactobacillus and

a healthy body. Probiotics are available in liquid, powder, and capsules suitable for children and infants, take as directed. Always take with prescription of Antibiotics and continue for a week after completion of Antibiotic dose. Good to take during the winter months to boost the immune system.

8. Reduce intake of sugar and sweets:Sugar has an immune- suppressing effect. Cut back, if not totally eliminate sweets. Instead, give them healthy snacks like fresh and dried fruit. Don’t forget their serving of vegetables everyday.

9. Sleep:Make sure your child sleeps a full night. This is one of the “must-do” for anyone who wants to boost their immune system. The immune system is only strong if the body remains strong. Your child needs enough rest to maintain their physical strength.

10. Exercise:Let them go out and play. We all know exercise is important. It’s helpful if you play with them. Not only are you fostering a closer family bond, you’re also getting a workout yourself.

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LEER SKOOL

ALMAL LEER DIESELFDEGeen ouer word uitgereik met ‘n verbruikershandleiding die dag wanneer ‘n kind gebore word nie. Nog minder word daar ’n standaard leer handleiding uitgereik wanneer u kind die wonderlike wye wêreld van

eie unieke neurologiese bedrading wat bepaal hoe hulle leer.

Algemeen word die leer metode wat ek as kind gebruik het, ook die metode wat ek vir my kind voorskryf, soms met rampspoedige gevolge. Die verkeerde leer metodes veroorsaak dat leerders langer, harder en met meer moeite moet leer. Wanneer die korrekte metode gevolg word, kan u kind mider tyd voor die boeke deurbring, met beter resultate.

Vandag weet ek dat daar drie verskillende leervoorkeure bestaan, en dat ’n leerder enige een of ‘n kombinasie van die drie voorkeure kan hê. ’n Eenvoudige assessering kan bepaal of u kind leer deur beweging, auditiewe stimulasie, deur visuele stimulasie, of enige kombinasie daarvan. Die leerder se leervoorkeur bepaal dus die metode wat gevolg moet word.

MY KIND MOET STILSIT OM TE LEERVir sekere leerders is beweging die sleutel tot leer (Kinestetiese leerders). Daardie irriterende “geklik” van die pen of knaende geskop met die voete, is inderwaarheid ’n noodsaaklike middel tot die doel. Die geheim is egter om die behoefte om te beweeg, reg te kanaliseer. Kinestetiese leerders kan byvoorbeeld aangemoedig word om op en af te stap terwyl hulle leer, of om met ’n stres bal in die hand te sit en speel. Die mees effektiewe leer strategie vir kinestetiese leerders is steeds die maak van breinkaarte (mindmaps) of notas tydens enige leer proses. Sodoende word beweging gestimuleer en fokus word bewerkstellig.

Oefening is ’n belangrike element in die leer proses. Sodoende word stres meer effektief hanteer, brein

lewensmiddel vir die brein is, word na die brein vervoer. Laat u kind toe om steeds effektief ’n minimum van 30 minute per dag te oefen tydens die leerproses. Gereelde breuke tydens die leerproses behoort te bestaan uit

SPORT DRANKIES ISGOED VIR KONSENTRASIE EN FOKUSSport en energie drankies is bedoel vir sport. Afhangende van die leerder se ouderdom, is ’n minimum van 6-8 glase water per dag noodsaaklik. Buiten die rykdom van voordele wat water inhou, help dit om fokus en stres hantering te bevorder. Verseker dat u kind vroegtydig begin voorberei vir toetse en eksamens. Tesame met genoeg slaap, ’n brein vriendelike dieet asook vitamine en minerale aanvullings, sal energie drankies nie nodig wees nie.

DIE KOMBUISTAFEL OF TV KAMER IS GOED GENOEGElke leerder het ’n leer omgewing nodig, waar hulle kan sê: ”Dis waar ek studeer” Sekere ergonomiese faktore soos die hoogte van die lessenaar, ’n gemaklike stoel asook beligting, genoeg suurstof, temperatuur, kleur van die kamer, die regte tipe musiek, aangename reuke ens. moet in ag geneem word wanneer die studie hoekie beplan word.

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Here, you can enter our giveaway competitions ... simply sms (R1.50 each) the keyword, followed by your child's school name and email address to 45565. Giveaway entires must reach us by the 18th of May 2011.

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fuel tank forces you to stop driving, the most important thing is to take actions that ensure your safety. Here are some tips from the auto experts at Consumer Reports.

GET OFF THE ROADPull your vehicle as far off of the road as safely

you can safely walk to another location, do it. If the vehicle is parked on the shoulder of a busy highway, exit on the passenger side. Lock the door and leave a note on the windshield in case roadside assistance or the police stop by the vehicle.

MAKE YOUR VEHICLE AS VISIBLE AS POSSIBLEAt the minimum, turn on the hazard lights as soon as you realize that your vehicle is slowing down. Once stopped, use any warning signals

warning light—to alert other motorists of your vehicle's presence. Place the warning device as far behind your car as practical to give other motorists as much notice as possible.

DISPLAY A DISTRESS SIGNALIf you need police help, raise the hood or tie a white cloth to the radio antenna or door handle, or hang the cloth out of the top of the door and close it on the cloth.

KEEP THE DOORS LOCKEDIf the vehicle is in a safe location, you should wait inside. But keep the doors locked and your safety belt fastened.

EXERCISE CAUTIONUse good judgment in accepting help from strangers. If someone of whom you're suspicious stops, lower the window only enough to talk. If you're waiting for help, thank them for stopping but tell them you're OK. If you need help, ask them to make a call for you

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Buitemuurse aktiwiteite bied boublokke vir beter selfvertroue omdat dit die volgende

lewensvaardighede help aanleer:

Leierskap en kommunikasieDebat en redenaarskompetisies kan jou kind se leierseienskappe en kommunikasie vaardighede bou.

IntegriteitDikwels behels aktiwitweite dat jou kind haar skool verteenwoordig. Só, kan integriteit ontwikkel word.

Sosiale vaardighedeSy voel sy behoort aan 'n groep wat belangstellings deel en waarin sy haarself moet handhaaf. Sy leer ook negatiewe groepsdruk hanteer, wat veral belangrik raak vir tieners.

Sukses én mislukkigJou kind leer albei hanteer en om op 'n gesonde manier mee te ding. Woedebuie is uit. Leer jou kind dat mens die wenspan geluk wens en dat jul mekaar respekteer. Sukses moet met nederigheid gepaard gaan. Onthou om nie die klem op wen te laat val nie.

KrisishanteringDit is 'n aangeleerde vaardigheid. As jou kind deelneem aan drama, leer mens byvoorbeeld om op die verhoog 'n krises op te los, sodat die gehoor dit nie agterkom nie.

Uithouvermoë, toewyding, dissipline en harde werkDit is die grondslag vir werketiek. Help jou kind om doelwitte te stel. Tweede en derdeplek in kompetisies kan vervang word met goue medaljes en erekleure oor 'n jaar of twee. Die les van deurdruk en selfdissipline help jou kind nou en selfs meer op universiteit en die werkplek.

BUSY BODIES

PrioriteiteAs jou kind skoolwerk, ontspanning en 'n aktiwiteit soos modelwerk moet balanseer, leer sy prioritiseer, en om "op te maak as sy een moes afskeep.

Onthou, dis baie belangrik dat jou kind leer dat selfvertroue

steeds van binne kom, en dat dit nie afhang van wat sy alles doen,

of hoe goed sy daarin is nie.

Geneem en aangepas uit "Gee jou kind selfvertroue" deur Riëtte Rust, soos verskyn in Sarie, Maart 2011.

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