Your Pregnancy is the only local magazine that offers relevant, credible and accurate information on all aspects of pregnancy. Its local and international experts answer all questions quickly and respectfully. The magazine acknowledges pregnant women’s need to look and feel good. They are concerned about their baby’s health and wellness, but also care about their own. The magazine provides all the info that’s needed, as well as the latest fashion and beauty trends, health issues and exercises. It covers all aspects of pregnancy. The team loves what it does – and it shows.

Your Pregnancy

Looking forward!

CELEBRATE NEW LIFE

#Sharing

#Glowing

#loving

#Growing

THOSE SEA BLUE EYES! • Little Noah Avenant (10½ months) from Durbanville, Cape Town, is our first #CoverStarSearch winner. We chatted to his mom, Lizelle Kapp.

NOAH WON PRIZES TO THE VALUE OF R1 000 EACH FROM OUR THREE SPONSORS: BABY CITY, EPI-MAX AND REUTERINA.

C’est la vie • The four Raymonds moved to Montpellier, France in June 2020. Then, after a mere month in a new country, Claudia found out she had more news to share with her family back in South Africa.

#crib notes

7 sleep tips • FROM THE EXPERT

A CELEBRATION TO REMEMBER • Sophia Leahy (1) from Pretoria had a special party for her first birthday and christening. This day was celebrated with friends and family. Nelia Leahy, Sophia’s mom, shares her ideas with us.

IT’S ALWAYS MORE FUN WHEN THERE’S 2 OF EVERYTHING • A perfect day for the Bartlemans from Pretoria, as they celebrated Luan’s first birthday. The theme: Noah’s ark.

SWEET & SIMPLE • Keep it as sweet and real as your little girl, with natural materials, blush pink, a touch of boho and stylish furniture pieces.

Moving is magic! • Pregnancy causes huge, quick changes to your body, and no matter how fit and strong you are, you’re going to feel certain stresses and strains. Exercise is the first thing you should turn to to find some ease.

#couplesgoals IN IT TOGETHER! • Exercising with someone else is always a lot more motivating than going it alone. Join forces with your partner for a fun, safe workout for both of you.

READY FOR ANOTHER? • Are you really up for another round of nappies and sleepless nights? Our quiz will help you decide if Baby No 2 is on the cards.

YOUR SCORE

SOME TIPS

FAKE NEWS and fertility • There is so much fake news doing the rounds when it comes to fertility. We asked Dr Merwyn Jacobson to separate some myths and facts for us.

CONQUERING MOMMY GUILT • Guilt is born along with the baby. Here’s how and why you should conquer it.

TIPS • TO FIGHT GUILTY FEELINGS

THINGS WE FEEL GUILTY ABOUT – BUT REALLY SHOULDN’T

PREVENT & AVOID & PROTECT • Children of all ages are vulnerable to abuse. It’s a horrible issue to have to confront, but here’s why we all should.

PROTECTION STARTS SMALL

HAND IN HAND

IN YOUR HANDS • The number one cause of deaths in children under the age of 10? Car accidents.

FOLLOW THESE TIPS

What breastfeeding really does FOR YOU • It’s really a whole lot more than just good for baby – you get some great benefits too.

Good buy

7-DAY MEAL PLANNER • Use our handy planner to make meals that will satisfy everyone from the youngest to the oldest and fussiest of eaters. Plus, our comprehensive shopping list will ensure you’ve got all the ingredients you’ll need. All recipes serve a family of four.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Shopping list • (DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT) Planning before you head off to the supermarket will help you shop more economically.

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