Development
Is Your Child’s Walking Pattern Normal?
During routine developmental checks in my Johannesburg practice, I always watch how children walk. A child’s walking pattern, or gait, tells me so much about
28th May 2026
During routine developmental checks in my Johannesburg practice, I always watch how children walk. A child’s walking pattern, or gait, tells me so much about
I’ll never forget landing in Durban with my one-year-old daughter. As my ears popped during descent, she started screaming, along with several other children on
When parents ask me about the meningococcal vaccine in my Johannesburg practice, I understand their concern. This isn’t a vaccine on the government schedule, so
When goodbyes feel impossible. The school gate tears. The creche drop-off meltdown. The clinging when you try to leave for work. If this sounds familiar,
If your baby constipation concerns are keeping you up at night, you’re not alone. As a paediatrician in Johannesburg, I see worried parents daily who
When a baby starts vomiting repeatedly, especially after feeds, parents become understandably anxious. One possible cause is pyloric stenosis, a condition that affects how milk
“My baby has a rash! What now?”. There has been a lot of hype worldwide, lately, regarding measles, and rightly so. It is important to
Not all toys are created equal. Some toys simply entertain. Others open doors to creativity, connection, and critical learning. That’s the real value of educational
Mouth injuries are extremely common in young children, especially under the age of six. Little ones are naturally prone to accidents, whether slipping on tiles
Every year, between 800 and 1,000 children in South Africa are diagnosed with cancer. However, the true burden is likely far greater, with estimates suggesting